After leaving the Hokage's Office, the two of them arrived at a small tavern at the end of the street. Expanded Konoha had gained many commercial districts, and with major trade associations moving in, areas that had once been empty had become bustling again.
Hyuga Reiko had the two Hyuga Branch Family shinobi beside her leave first. She had too many questions weighing on her heart, questions she could not raise in front of the Third Hokage. Now that they were alone, she poured them all out at once.
"Yuu, what exactly have you been doing lately? And that monster in the office—how could it look exactly like you? Even my Byakugan couldn't spot any flaws."
Something that could defeat the Byakugan head-on had made Hyuga Reiko suspicious. Now, Uchiha Yuu, the only person who knew the truth, was right beside her. She had to learn everything.
"I've been on the battlefield this whole time. Haven't you heard? The Third Raikage died by my hand. I've become famous throughout the Shinobi World."
Faced with Hyuga Reiko's many questions, Uchiha Yuu patiently answered them one by one. He poured himself a cup of sake from the side, using it to ease the pressure of recent days. Having found an old friend to talk to, he recalled what had happened in the office and gave her a warning in advance.
"As for the one in the office, that's White Zetsu. Don't worry. Under normal circumstances, that kind of monster won't affect the Hyuga Clan."
There was no need for it. Uchiha Madara and Black Zetsu's ultimate goal did not concern any individual shinobi clan, but the entire Shinobi World.
"I saw those two Hyuga Branch Family members earlier. They were sincerely protecting you. Looks like you've achieved quite a lot in the