"It's no problem, Uncle," Reiji nodded lightly, his face remaining expressionless, but there was something in Reiji's eyes that indicated he was truly serious.
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...
The next morning, a firm knock echoed through the house, waking Reiji from his sleep.
The knock was not harsh, but strong enough to indicate that the person behind the door had urgent business.
With his breath still heavy from just waking up, Reiji slowly opened his eyes.
The morning light streaming through the window formed shadow patterns on the ceiling of Reiji's room.
Reiji blinked a few times, shaking off the remaining drowsiness, before finally getting out of bed.
As he opened the door, a figure of an Anbu Uzumaki stood there.
The man's body was sturdy, and his black clothing fluttered slightly in the gentle morning breeze.
His face was covered by a mask engraved with the swirling pattern typical of their clan, but from the man's posture, it was clear he bore an important message.
"Lord Reiji, the Clan Head is calling for you," the Anbu's voice was deep and respectful, though his tone remained professional.
Reiji stared at him for a moment before finally nodding. "... I understand."
Without wasting any time, Reiji quickly closed the door and headed to the bathroom.
The cold water touched Reiji's skin, causing him to flinch slightly, but the sensation helped fully awaken his senses.
Reiji then let the water flow over his face for a moment before wiping it with his hands, trying to rid himself of the lingering sleepiness.
After putting on the traditional Uzumaki clan attire, dominated by maroon with black accents, Reiji stepped out of his house.
The morning air in the village was still cool, but the atmosphere felt heavier than usual.
Perhaps it was due to the looming threat of war.
Throughout the journey to Keito's residence, Reiji's mind was filled with various possibilities.
Yesterday, the ninja envoy sent to Konoha had not yet returned.
However, if Keito was calling Reiji this early, it was likely that the report from Konoha had already been received.
Upon arriving in front of Keito's house, faint sounds of conversation could be heard from inside.
Reiji sharpened his hearing for a moment, realizing that the room was filled with several people.
Without hesitation, Reiji stepped inside the house.
Inside, Kasumi was already waiting for Reiji with a calm expression.
The woman's eyes scanned Reiji briefly before she spoke, "Reiji, Keito is waiting inside. Just go in."
"I understand, Aunt Kasumi," Reiji replied with a polite nod before walking toward the main room.
At the door to the room, Reiji knocked softly, then said, "Uncle, it's me, Reiji."
"Come in, Reiji," Keito's voice sounded from within, his tone heavier than usual.
With a single motion, Reiji slid the door open and stepped inside.
Instantly, silence enveloped the room.
All conversations that had been taking place seemed to be abruptly cut off.
Sharp eyes stared at Reiji.
In the room, several clan elders and senior ninjas of the Uzumaki clan had gathered.
Some of them looked at Reiji with displeasure, as if his presence there was something they did not approve of.
There were also those who merely looked at Reiji with curiosity, wondering why this young man was so close to the Clan Head.
However, Reiji was not affected by their gazes.
He remained calm, his demeanor unchanged in the slightest.
"Reiji, come here," Keito said, his expression serious, but there was a slight smile on his lips.
Without hesitation, Reiji walked toward Keito and sat beside him.
Keito sighed before speaking. "Now... could you all leave for a moment? There's something I need to discuss with Reiji."
"But! Clan Head—!" one of the elders began to protest, his voice filled with objection.
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