Shin Uchiha saw Kurenai Yuhi let go of him somewhat reluctantly. Raising an eyebrow, he teased, "What, can't bear to let go? Why don't we bathe together?"
At his teasing, Kurenai Yuhi immediately blushed and shook her head. Shin had been far too rough yesterday, and she had refused his healing, so she still felt a lingering ache.
If she took a bath with Shin now, how could she possibly handle it?
Shin Uchiha was only joking with Kurenai Yuhi. After sharing a little more affection with her, he went to take a quick shower.
By the time Shin Uchiha brought Kurenai Yuhi out of the house, they were both fully dressed and ready to go.
Shin Uchiha had wanted to hold Kurenai Yuhi's hand as they walked, but she was too shy and refused. Instead, the two walked close together, their gestures intimate.
After Shin Uchiha brought her outside, Kurenai Yuhi asked curiously:
"Shin, where are you taking me?"
Shin Uchiha turned to look at her and said with a mischievous grin, "To meet the family."
Kurenai Yuhi jumped at his answer, a blush rising to her cheeks. She stammered, "Meet the family? Isn't that a little too soon?"
Seeing her shy expression, Shin Uchiha shook his head and explained, "My parents both died in the war. I'm taking you to meet someone I think of as an older sister. Of everyone in the Uchiha Clan, she's been the best to me."
Lately, Shin Uchiha had focused entirely on training in Sage Mode and had visited Mikoto less often. Although she now had a maid to look after her, she was pregnant and still had Sasuke to care for, so he couldn't help worrying a little. He wanted to use this opportunity to see her as well.
In fact,