Naruto: An Uchiha With A Superpower Roulette

[Short Chapter]

"Arrival at the Land of Hot Water. Passengers, please prepare to disembark."

"Let's go, Temari-dono. From the moment we leave this train, you'll be my wife for the next three days."

Yoichi reached out and removed the four hair ties from Temari's hair, letting her blonde locks cascade freely onto her shoulders. Wrapping his arm around her waist, he guided her toward the train car's exit.

Temari felt anger welling up inside her at Yoichi's words, but she suppressed it. Compared to the other indignities she had endured, pretending to be his wife seemed minor in comparison.

Yoichi had already made arrangements ahead of their arrival, reserving an entire hot spring facility. Coincidentally, this was the peak season for the Land of Hot Water's annual hot spring festival. During this time, the springs were at their best, drawing visitors from across the ninja world.

The bustling crowds would work to Yoichi's advantage, making it less likely for anyone to notice him. Besides, with the ninja world still recovering from recent crises—some of which could have destroyed entire regions—most people were preoccupied with more pressing matters. Few had the luxury to soak in hot springs, and none would be expecting someone like Yoichi to do so.

At the ninja academy, the bell signaling the end of classes rang, and most students eagerly packed their things to leave.

"Shikadai, Inojin, let's go! Didn't you promise to help me find someone?"

Boruto called from the classroom door, already outside while his two friends were still seated inside.

Shikadai, lost in thought about the strange tension at home, hesitated. The atmosphere between his parents these past few days had been odd, making him feel uneasy. Though he didn't know exactly what was going on, he sensed it involved both of them.

Hearing Boruto's call snapped him out of his thoughts. "Coming," he replied.

The three friends left the academy together. As they headed toward the Hyūga clan compound, Inojin suddenly spoke up.

"Actually… maybe we should drop this investigation."

"Huh? Why?"

Boruto and Shikadai both looked at him, puzzled. Boruto, especially, seemed anxious. "Why, Inojin? I've already decided to face that scary person. What changed?"

"Because my mom found out," Inojin admitted with a sigh. "Yesterday, the pharmacist came by our house and spilled everything. I couldn't hide it anymore, and now my mom knows. Our plan is off."

Hearing this, Boruto and Shikadai sighed in defeat. With the adults aware, there wasn't much else they could do.

"So… what now?" Boruto asked.

"What else? I'm heading home. My dad's working late, so I'll probably have to cook dinner myself."

Waving dismissively, Shikadai turned and started walking toward his house.

(End of Chapter)

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