Senju Compound.
The place no longer held its former bustle. Not only had two-thirds of its people vanished, but the atmosphere within the compound was exceptionally bleak.
For the surviving Senju clansmen to emerge from this mood would likely take a very, very long time.
"Chiba, you're back."
When Chishima Chiba stepped into the compound, a Senju clansman unusually greeted him.
Chishima Chiba was somewhat surprised, but he felt even more pleased.
He hurriedly bowed in greeting. "Hello, Uncle Min'yū."
Chishima Chiba naturally knew Senju Min'yū. Before the First Shinobi World War, he had been responsible for guarding the entrance to the Senju Compound and had given Chishima Chiba no small amount of trouble.
Now that the First Shinobi World War had ended, he had naturally returned to his former post, and his attitude toward Chishima Chiba had changed greatly as well.
However, the other Senju clansman who had kept him company was nowhere to be seen, and Senju Min'yū was also missing his right arm.
Even so, he still stood perfectly straight, and the aura around him differed greatly from before. Chishima Chiba could sense it: killing intent that still leaked out despite being restrained.
Senju Min'yū swept his eyes over the respectful Chishima Chiba and felt quite satisfied. "Mm. Go on in. Lady Mito has been waiting for you for a long time."
As his words fell, Senju Min'yū stepped aside and let Chishima Chiba through the gate.
"Chiba, come to Grandma's room."
The moment he entered, Chishima Chiba heard Uzumaki Mito calling for him. Following the sound, he happened to meet Uzumaki Mito's somewhat stern eyes.
Before Chishima Chiba could say anything, Uzumaki Mito turned and entered the room, not even closing the door behind her.
Chishima Chiba knew he had no choice but to face this