Anyo took Kurenai Yuhi back to his home. Of course, when they were almost there, Kurenai Yuhi insisted on getting down and refused to let him carry her any farther. She also bought breakfast for Konan along the way.
Konan was already waiting downstairs when they arrived. Seeing Anyo there too, she obediently stepped forward and greeted him. "Good morning, teacher."
Although she had only been in Konoha for two short days, Konan's state of mind had changed enormously, and her attitude toward Anyo was quietly changing too, from her initial mixed feelings to gratitude now. Her experiences in Amegakure were gradually growing more and more distant. Of course, she could never forget her friends Yahiko and Nagato.
Anyo took out some money and handed it over. "Take this. Tell me if you run out."
After the Second War ended, Anyo's contributions had been tallied, and he had received a substantial reward. He could spare some of it to help this nominal student of his.
Konan hurriedly refused. "No, I can't take your money."
Anyo smiled faintly and pressed it into her hands, saying naturally, "Just consider it a loan. Keep track of it for now, and once you become a Ninja and earn some money, you can pay me back."
Hearing that, Konan tightened her grip on the money and was about to start counting it and noting down the amount right away. Kurenai Yuhi handed her breakfast instead. "Konan, eat breakfast first. Since he's your teacher, he's supposed to cover your daily expenses."
"Thank you." Konan accepted Kurenai Yuhi's kindness, a happy smile spreading across her face. It seemed that, just as Kurenai Yuhi had said, the two were already very close.
Anyo could hardly stay and be a third wheel, so he asked Kurenai Yuhi, "Is your