A Conversation with the Hokage

In the dim, damp prison, a petite figure sat curled up in the corner, hugging her knees.

At that moment, Rin Nohara's heart was filled with terror.

She feared she would be locked away here forever, never to see daylight again. She also feared she would never see her friends again—or the person who had risked his life to pull her back from death.

At that thought, a trace of warmth rose in her heart.

"I wonder how Long Ye's injuries are?"

The moment the thought crossed her mind, a voice suddenly pierced through the thick walls from outside.

"Rin, don't be afraid. No matter what, I'll definitely get you out."

Rin jolted, tears of joy spilling from her eyes. "Long Ye! So his injuries really aren't serious!"

She let out a relieved breath, and hope suddenly bloomed in her heart, which had been gradually sinking into despair.

She had never doubted Long Ye's words. She knew she would definitely have a chance to leave this sunless place and reunite with him.

"Don't shout! This is an important prison facility, not a place for you to make a racket."

A Konoha Tokubetsu Jonin stopped Long Ye from shouting.

Just moments ago, after learning that Rin had been imprisoned, Long Ye had rushed over immediately, hoping to see her. However, he had been turned away at the door on the grounds that the prisoner was too dangerous.

"What do we do?"

Obito and Kakashi, who had come with him, were at a loss for the moment.

Shisui said from the side, "Regarding Rin, I think we should speak to Lord Hokage."

Long Ye nodded. "I'll go right away. You don't need to come with me. This isn't an ordinary crime, after all. More people won't help."

After saying that, he