The situation gradually escalated. Someone in Konoha spread word that an envoy of the Daimyo of the Land of Fire would soon arrive to demand an explanation. Even the villagers knew about it, not just the ninja.
The newspaper staff sensed that something was unusual. With Karn having arrived in Konoha as well, the head of the Konoha Newspaper soon came to seek his instructions after hearing of his arrival. "Lord Minister, should we report on this incident involving Konoha's White Fang?"
"Wait another day or two, until the envoy from the daimyo's court arrives. Also, don't call me Lord Minister anymore. Boss or publisher will do."
Karn found the form of address awkward, but he knew that once he reached the Capital of the Land of Fire, there would certainly be plenty of people calling him that.
"You can report more on other things, such as..."
At this point, Karn suddenly felt someone staring at him. He turned his head and found Kushina beside him, watching him intently. Since its founding, every issue of the newspaper had recounted ninja exploits, and any ninja who appeared in it would be admired by many people.
Kushina had been buying the newspaper ever since it was founded. It featured the exploits of many famous ninja, and even when she walked down the street, she heard villagers discussing the ninja stories in the paper. If she could appear in it herself...
But Kushina's situation really was difficult to handle. Her identity was not suitable for public disclosure, and Konoha would most likely refuse to allow it. Besides, Kushina did not have any stories to tell yet. He could hardly put her in the shocking stories column.
"You can go for now. Once the daimyo's envoy arrives, I'll notify you."
Karn spoke to the