"To ensure the safety of our village, I have consulted with the advisors and elders, and we have decided to conduct an internal sweep. We will begin with Anbu and Root to root out any spies among us."
"There's no need to apologize, Lord Hokage," One of the Anbu captains spoke up. "We understand the situation. We'll comply with the investigation, even if it's a bit... uncomfortable."
Xin could tell what he meant. The presence of the Yamanaka clan meant one thing: mind- reading.
They were going to delve into people's memories. And while these ninjas might not be spies, everyone had secrets. Having your memories exposed was a violation, even if it was for the greater good.
"Please rest assured," One of the Yamanaka clan members stepped forward. "We are bound by strict agreements. Any information unrelated to the investigation will not be disclosed to anyone. Our only focus is finding the spies. Nothing more."
Hearing this, the uneasy expressions on some of the ninjas' faces eased slightly. Still, nobody liked the idea of someone poking around in their mind. Everyone had things they'd rather keep private.
Even the Hokage himself would be in trouble if the Yamanaka clan were to dig into his memories and reveal certain... indiscretions.
Anbu were the ones who handled the dirtiest and most dangerous jobs in the village. And now, they were the first ones being investigated. It hardly seemed fair.
Xin shook his head, thinking. If it were me, no way would I let anyone rummage around in my memories—not even if the sky was falling.
"What's with you?" Tsunade asked, turning to look at him. "Why are you shaking your head?"
Xin stood close to Tsunade, pressing against her back. Tsunade immediately felt a tickling sensation and shifted uncomfortably.
Just as she was about to tell Xin to back off, she heard him whisper, "You think if these Anbu guys had been caught spying on girls in the bathhouse or sneaking around the red-light district, they'd die of embarrassment?"
Tsunade's discomfort vanished instantly, her forehead veins bulging as she clenched her fists. Grinding her teeth, she hissed, "Do you think everyone is like Jiraiya? Kid, you're only ten! Is this really what you should be thinking about?"
"But didn't Jiraiya say even the Hokage enjoys peeking too?" Xin countered innocently.
"Cough, cough..."
Both Tsunade and Xin drew attention. Those nearby, including Homura, turned to glance at the two.
Homura, in particular, caught sight of Tsunade clenching her fists, clearly on the verge of hitting someone. Xin, meanwhile, stood close behind her, whispering something casually.
What the...?
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