Naruto took the scroll, his expression turning serious again. "The Otsutsuki Clan? I knew it. Any dark corner could hide clues connected to them."
"This is crucial. I'll have Shikamaru personally oversee the decryption."
"That's Sasuke for you. You always bring back the information we need."
He looked at his closest friend, trust unreserved in his eyes. "With you out there handling these potential threats, I can deal with the 'everyday' trouble in the village without worrying."
Sasuke looked away without comment, then asked, "When I came in, I think I saw Boruto and the others leaving. I heard that kid caused quite a stir in Kirigakure again?"
"Quite a stir? That's putting it mildly!" Naruto laughed, wearing the helpless yet proud expression of a father.
"He summoned a legendary dragon! Helped Kirigakure put down an uprising and deal with a Monster crisis. Chojuro couldn't praise him enough."
He paused and looked at Sasuke, his tone turning tentative and hopeful. "Oh, Sarada told me Boruto wants to become your apprentice?"
"What do you say, Sasuke? Interested in taking on a student? The kid's a little reckless, but he has potential and a good heart. And he really looks up to you."
"Boruto?" Sasuke considered it. The image of that blond kid flashed through his mind: stubborn, hot-blooded, and a little foolish.
After a moment, he answered simply, "All right. Once I finish a few things, I can train him for a while."
"Great!" Naruto clapped his hands. "Then stay in the village and get some rest. Don't rush off again."
"And spend some time with Sarada, too." At the mention of Sasuke's daughter, Naruto's voice softened with concern.
"Moegi reported that in Kirigakure, Sarada and the others witnessed an uprising within the village and bloody fighting firsthand. Their opponents were