Samui and Shizuka continued holding each other's hands, while Mabui and Tokiwa silently anticipated what would follow.
Then—
They released their grip, sat down, and calmly looked at one another.
Shizuka spoke first.
"Big Sister Samui, you're truly beautiful. And your composed temperament suits Nagi very well."
Samui replied evenly,
"Setting aside the fact that this is my first time meeting Nagi… I find it far more surprising that you would boldly pursue him the moment you met."
Shizuka smiled.
"When you meet someone you like, you should express it openly. If you miss the chance, you'll only regret it later."
Samui answered calmly,
"For a shinobi, composure is essential. Emotions must be restrained. One must not allow them to disturb the heart."
Shizuka blinked—then seemed to realize something.
"I didn't expect such a calm Shiranui Kūnoichi like you, Sister. Hmm… I think I understand now why Nagi would fall for you in the future."
Samui froze.
"Wait. What do you mean you understand? Nagi falls for me?"
Mabui narrowed her eyes and began rapid internal analysis.
Impressive perception.
Normally, one would assume Samui actively pursues Nagi—not the other way around.
But I, Mabui, know my best friend well. If you told me she'd actively chase someone, I'd sooner believe Lord Raikage would rap alongside Killer B.
Nagi knows his future wives, yes—but from what I've observed, he's not the type to actively pursue. He's more the type to be pursued.
Therefore, there's only one conclusion—
Mutual attraction!
Meanwhile, Shizuka had already reached her own conclusion.
From the moment she saw Samui, she sensed that Samui and Nagi were similar—both calm, rational, steady.
People often said like repels like.
But in this case—
They matched.
"Soup's here!"
Naruto entered with a pot of chicken soup, grinning.
Sasuke followed with bowls and chopsticks.
Nagi brought out the remaining dishes.
Once everything was set, he served everyone personally.
"ItEidakimasu." ×n
Everyone sampled the dishes politely—
Then immediately sped up.
Even Mabui abandoned her plan to speak with Nagi.
This food was extraordinary.
If you talked, you lost bites.
And judging from the blond glutton devouring food at lightning speed, hesitation meant defeat.
Naruto and Sasuke watched proudly.
We've been coming here regularly to "help cook."
Look at these amateurs.
Though in truth—
They were eating just as fast.
Experience mattered.
After the meal,
Naruto and Sasuke efficiently cleared and washed the dishes.
Nagi poured tea and returned to his seat, calmly observing the group.
Mabui broke the silence.
"Nagi-sama… may I ask a somewhat sensitive question?"
"Please."
"What is your view of Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre?"
She asked cautiously.
Nagi smiled faintly.
"So you noticed something from the future information."
"If it's inconvenient to answer, please don't feel obligated."
Mabui quickly added.
The relationship between Konoha and Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre had never been friendly—especially after past incidents.
When she and Dodai had discovered that Samui was one of Nagi's future wives, they had analyzed several possibilities:
Konoha and Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre reconcile and become allies.
Either Nagi or Samui defects. (Quickly dismissed.)
Nagi was Tobirama Senju's disciple. No one would dare brand him a missing-nin.
Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre's unity made Samui's defection unthinkable.
The worst-case scenario—Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre is annexed or absorbed by Konoha.
Given that Nagi was Tobirama Senju's disciple…
That possibility did not seem unreasonable.
Mabui and Samui watched him nervously.
Atsui, meanwhile, looked at his "brother-in-law" with complete confidence.
Nagi chuckled softly.
"Relax. Why so tense? What do you think my opinion of Shiranui KūmogaShiranui Kūre is?"
Neither woman answered.
He continued gently,
"You know I possess a resurrection technique. Do I seem like someone who slaughters indiscriminately?"
"Of course not!"
"Absolutely not!"
They rejected the notion instantly.
"In that case… what are you worried about?"
Mabui exhaled.
"I understand. Thank you."
Nagi had seemingly said nothing—
Yet had said everything.
They understood.
Then Mabui adjusted her glasses, expression sharpening.
"Ahem. Nagi-sama—Samui is twenty-three this year. Her birthday is January 7th. Her height is—mmph!"
Samui lunged forward and covered her mouth.
"What are you doing, Mabui?!"
Mabui pulled free.
"I'm simply helping Nagi-sama get to know you better. At your pace, who knows when he'd learn these things?"
"That doesn't mean you need to say them out loud!"
"Relax. I only mentioned your height, weight, blood type, favorite foods, and hobbies."
Samui froze.
"…You already said all that?"
"…Of course."
Meanwhile — Hokage Tower, Council Chamber
The Five Kage and their escorts gathered.
Konoha:
Minato attended as Hokage, with Kakashi Hatake and Might Guy as guards.
SunagaShiranui Kūre (Hidden Sand Village):
Rasa attended as Kazekage, accompanied by Maki and Gaara.
After witnessing the Heavenly Screen, Rasa had begun properly nurturing Gaara.
The other three villages maintained their usual delegations.
ShikaShiranui Kū Nara served as the chief speaker.
Tobirama stood at the side, arms folded, sharp gaze scanning the room as supervisor.
Once all were seated, ShikaShiranui Kū began:
"Since everyone has arrived… let us commence the Five Kage Summit."
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