Just as Xin was getting a little annoyed by these polite words and was about to find an excuse to go to the backyard for some fresh air...
His gaze casually swept over a table in the corner of the hall.
The next second.
Xin's body stiffened abruptly, and a layer of cold sweat instantly seeped out from his back.
A woman of stunning beauty, dressed in a snow-white, elegant kimono, sat quietly, holding a glass of red wine.
The woman had long, jet-black hair and an elegant, aloof demeanor, like a snow lotus on a snow-capped mountain.
But when she looked at Xin, she gave him a playful smile.
Kazahana Koyuki.
The daimyo of the Land of Snow, the woman whom Shin amassed wealth and kept as a mistress at the casino, actually traveled all the way to Konoha and brazenly appeared at his engagement party!
Looking at Kazahana Koyuki's smiling yet somewhat dangerous eyes.
Uchiha Xin swallowed hard, and an absurd thought suddenly popped into his mind.
Am I caught cheating?
Uchiha Xin stood there, feeling completely overwhelmed.
Kazahana Koyuki put down her wine glass, stood up gracefully, and walked straight towards Xin.
Many nobles and merchants around her were attracted by her stunning beauty and noble demeanor, glancing at her and whispering among themselves.
" Lord Xin, congratulations on your engagement!"
Kazahana Koyuki walked up to Xin and spoke, her first words carrying an undisguised teasing tone.
Xin coughed twice, glancing around nervously, afraid that the Hyuga Clan clan would notice something amiss.
Seeing Xin's nervous expression, Kazahana Koyuki couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle.
She leaned slightly closer to Xin's ear.
"Don't be nervous. I've come to Konoha on important business; I have no other intentions."
Koyuki's voice was very low, so that only the two of them could hear it.
"I just hope that if Lord Xin finds a new love in the future, he won't forget me, an old friend from the Land of Snow."
After saying this, Kazahana Koyuki didn't give Xin a chance to explain.
She turned around and walked directly towards Hinata Hyuga as exquisite as a porcelain doll.
Xin stood there, watching as Kazahana Koyuki took Hinata's hand.
In just a few words, the two women became acquainted, chatting and laughing, and even affectionately complimenting each other's clothes and jewelry.
Hinata's face, which had been tense with nervousness, broke into a happy smile after being amused by Kazahana Koyuki.
Xin was completely baffled by what he saw.
Women are indeed the most enigmatic creature in the world.
"You're quite the ladies' man, aren't you?"
A bold voice came from behind.
The Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, Earth Flow over, carrying a large cup of sake.
Xin's heart skipped a beat, and a wave of guilt washed over him.
He was terrified that Tsunade would discover his secret relationship with Kazahana Koyuki in the Land of Snow.
" Lady Tsunade, don't talk nonsense. There's nothing between me and her."
Xin quickly spoke up to distance himself from the situation.
Tsunade rolled her eyes at him, then tilted her head back and gulped down a large mouthful of wine.
"What's there to be nervous about? I didn't say you were having an affair with her."
Tsunade Teuchi a burp and casually brought it up.
"I was just thinking about how you helped Kazahana Koyuki resolve the Land of Snow rebellion when you went on that stupid Chunin Ninja Exams mission."
Tsunade patted Xin on the shoulder.
"The Daimyo of the Land of Snow has personally come to Konoha this time with great sincerity to discuss an important deal."
"This is all thanks to the solid foundation you laid back then."
Xin then Satori.
It turns out that Kazahana Koyuki came to Konoha this time to trade Chakra Armor on behalf of the Land of Snow.
As mentioned before, the research team in the Land of Snow has improved and mass-produced the Kazahana Koyuki Chakra Armor.
Tsunade's expression turned serious.
" Chakra Armor can greatly enhance the combat power of ordinary ninjas and effectively resist Ninjutsu attacks, reducing casualties in the village."
"Both the Third Hokage and I attach great importance to this deal, as it relates to the future overall improvement of Konoha's military capabilities."
Xin nodded; he was well aware of the strategic value of the Chakra Armor on the battlefield.
Tsunade lowered her voice and began to discuss another, more secretive matter.
"There's one more thing."
Tsunade frowned.
"The stone tablet you brought back mentioned that the Akatsuki was collecting Tailed Beast and might eventually revive the monster named Otsutsuki Kaguya."
" Jiraiya had been investigating the Akatsuki's movements for some time, and he made a special trip to Mount Myōboku to consult with the Great Toad Sage."
Tsunade took a deep breath.
"The prophecy of the Great Toad Sage confirms the authenticity of the information on the stone tablet."
" The Akatsuki is far more dangerous than we previously estimated."
Xin listened quietly, her heart unmoved.
He already knew the Akatsuki's secrets, and he also knew that the old charlatan Great Toad Sage, would definitely be able to see something.
The engagement ceremony lasted from morning until evening.
Xin was like an emotionless puppet, being led around by Hyuga Hiashi to offer toasts and exchange pleasantries.
As the last guest left the manor, Xin let out a long sigh of relief and slumped into a chair.
He felt that this kind of socializing was far more tiring than fighting Danzo and Orochimaru for three hundred rounds.
Several days later.
Negotiations between Konoha High Command and Kazahana Koyuki went very smoothly, and the two sides officially finalized the transaction share and price for the Chakra Armor.
Inside the Hokage's office.
Tsunade tossed an escort mission scroll to Uchiha Xin.
"The Daimyo of the Land of Snow is of noble status, and this transaction is of great importance."
Tsunade looked at Xin.
"The village is currently short-handed, so I'm sending you alone to escort Koyuki back to the Land of Snow. Make sure she is safe."
Xin took the scroll, his heart bursting with joy.
He was more than happy to take on the task.
After leaving Konoha, Xin Kazahana Koyuki boarded a luxurious carriage.
Without the formalities of Konoha and the stares of others, Xin lived a very comfortable life along the way.
During the day, they enjoyed fruit peeled by Koyuki herself in the carriage, and at night, they were treated to the personal service of the daimyo of the Land of Snow in the upscale inns along the way.
Two weeks later.
The carriage had entered the border region of the Land of Snow, where the temperature plummeted and heavy snow was falling.
Just as the convoy was about to arrive at the capital of the Land of Snow.
In the snowstorm ahead, four uninvited guests appeared out of nowhere to block the road.
The carriage came to a sudden stop.
Xin Gate of Opening and jumped down from the carriage.
He shielded the Kazahana Koyuki tightly behind him, then looked up ahead.
The four people were dressed in strange clothes and exuded a chilling aura.
The leader was a short man with a full head of white hair and a face as pale as paper.
Xin looked at the short man with some surprise.
Hiruko.
It turns out to be yet another character who only appears in theatrical versions.
"Who are you? How dare you block the chariot of the Daimyo of the Land of Snow!"
Xin asked the question knowingly, her voice cold and indifferent.