This ninja in Naruto is unscientific

Chapter 425 Childhood Sweethearts

"Um... Lord Nishikawa?"

When the girl saw Nishikawa Tetsu, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. Then her cheeks flushed slightly, and she nervously tugged at the hem of her clothes. Her already soft voice became even softer, barely audible.

Upon hearing this slightly reserved form of address and seeing this familiar yet delicate face, Nishikawa Tetsu's brain, after a brief pause, finally recognized the person.

"Shimura Yuki?!"

Nishikawa Tetsu secretly cried out in his heart that something was wrong.

Konoha Village isn't that big, but it's not that small either. How did it happen that they bumped into that blind date who was forcibly brought to Koharu's office for tea here?

And she's Danzo's niece!

Since their awkward conversation in the office last time, which lasted for more than an hour, Nishikawa Tetsu had completely forgotten about it. That so-called blind date resume is now gathering dust in the deepest part of his desk drawer.

Unexpectedly, while inspecting a construction site today, I bumped right into someone's house.

This damn, inexplicable fate!

"Ahem... What a coincidence, Ms. Shimura." Nishikawa Toru coughed twice, forcing out a polite but awkward smile.

"Are you... going out?"

"Hmm." Shimura Yuki nodded gently, pointing to the bamboo basket in her hand.

"I've run out of these ointments, and I'm about to go to the hospital to get some more."

She bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, and still didn't finish her sentence.

In fact, these ointments are specially made medicines for treating old injuries and relieving neuralgia.

Since the disbandment of Root, her uncle Danzo Shimura's health has been deteriorating, and his old injuries keep flaring up.

She went to the hospital today specifically to pick up medicine for Danzo.

However, considering the irreconcilable conflict between Nishikawa Tetsu and Danzo, Shimura Yuki wisely chose to keep it a secret, and she didn't even tell Danzo about her arranged marriage with Nishikawa Tetsu.

"Going to the hospital? Be careful on the way." Nishikawa Tetsu couldn't wait to end this awkward conversation.

However, Xiao Nan, who was standing to the side, sensed an unusual gossip-like atmosphere.

At this time, the Akatsuki organization was in a period of rapid development, Yahiko was still alive, and Nagato had not yet turned to the dark side.

Despite the hardships of the Land of Rain, with the intervention of Nishikawa Tetsu, Konan's personality is far less cold and aloof than it was in the later part of the original work.

She still retains some of her liveliness in front of familiar people.

Konan's clear eyes darted back and forth between Nishikawa Tetsu and Shimura Yuki, keenly catching the evasive look in Nishikawa Tetsu's eyes and the shy yet somewhat reserved expression on Shimura Yuki's face.

"Oh~"

Xiao Nan let out a long "oh" in her heart, a sly smile playing on her lips that said, "I understand."

"Che-jun, who is this beautiful young lady? Why don't you introduce her to me?" Xiao Nan deliberately raised her voice a little, her tone tinged with a hint of mockery.

At this moment, Shimura Yuki also noticed Minami standing next to Nishikawa Tetsu.

Although Xiao Nan was wearing a somewhat incongruous yellow hard hat and her work clothes were covered in dust, it still couldn't hide her ethereal beauty.

Especially those eyes that gleamed with gossip, which made Shimura Yuki feel a strange pressure.

"So there are such beautiful girls around Lord Nishikawa." Shimura Yuki sighed inwardly, her already somewhat inferior feelings involuntarily surging up at this moment.

"Ah, let me introduce you."

Nishikawa Tetsu forced himself to speak: "This is Shimura Yuki from Konoha Hospital."

Then, he pointed to Xiao Nan: "This is Xiao Nan, the engineering director of Xiao Construction Group. He is currently in charge of the renovation project in the old city."

"Hello, Ms. Shimura." Konan smiled and extended her hand, but her eyes still held a hint of mischief.

"Hello, Miss Minami." Shimura Yuki quickly freed one hand and gently shook Minami's hand, her attitude very humble.

"Actually, Che-kun and I have more than just a working relationship."

Xiao Nan suddenly changed the subject, blinked her big eyes innocently, and said casually:

"We're like brother and sister, we've known each other since we were little, you could say we're childhood sweethearts."

Upon hearing this, Shimura Yuki was stunned.

Childhood sweethearts? Have they known each other since they were little?

Shimura Yuki glanced at Nishikawa Toru, then at Konan.

One is the highly sought-after Vice Minister of Finance of Konoha, and the other is a high-ranking member of the Akatsuki organization.

The two were not only well-matched in terms of social status, but they were also childhood classmates.

In comparison, she was just an ordinary girl working in logistics at a hospital, and even the niece of Danzo, the elder who was ostracized by the village.

"I...I really am not worthy of Lord Nishikawa," Shimura Yuki thought to herself. She lowered her head sadly and tightened her grip on the bamboo basket slightly.

She was never competitive or eager to get ahead, and she didn't have high hopes for that inexplicable blind date.

Now, seeing Konan, she felt even more strongly that only a beautiful and outstanding girl like Konan deserved to stand beside Nishikawa Tetsu.

"Ouch!"

Just as Xiao Nan was secretly pleased with her prank, she suddenly received a light but not heavy tap on the head.

"Thump!"

Nishikawa Tetsu curled his finger and tapped it on Minami's helmet without any hesitation, making a crisp sound.

"What nonsense are you talking about!"

Nishikawa Tetsu glared at Konan. How did this girl end up doing bad things too? She's just causing trouble!

He knew, of course, that Xiao Nan wasn't jealous or jealous; she was just looking for a good show and wanted to see him make a fool of himself.

She herself was fine, but if these words got out, how would Xiao Nan ever be able to face anyone again?

"Ouch..." Xiao Nan covered her helmet, sticking out her tongue in grievance, but she couldn't hide the smile in her eyes.

"Um, Ms. Shimura, don't listen to her nonsense," Nishikawa Tetsu quickly explained to Shimura Yuki, fearing that the misunderstanding would only deepen.

"It's alright, Lord Nishikawa."

Shimura Yuki raised her head, forced a gentle smile, and although her eyes were somewhat dim, they were still full of sincerity.

"Miss Minami is very beautiful, and you two are a perfect match." She bowed slightly. "I still need to go to the hospital to pick up my medication, so I won't disturb your work any longer. Goodbye, Lord Nishikawa and Miss Minami."

After saying that, Shimura Yuki picked up her bamboo basket, turned around and left in a hurry, her steps appearing somewhat flustered.

"Why……"

Nishikawa Tetsu looked at Shimura Yuki's somewhat forlorn figure, reached out as if to say something, but ultimately let go helplessly.

He turned his head and glared fiercely at Xiao Nan, who was still smirking.

"Is it funny? Do you know that if what you just said gets back to Minister Xiaochun's ears, my office doorstep will be worn down by matchmakers!"

"I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, Che-kun." Konan lowered her head and clasped her hands together, apologizing insincerely. "But, that Ms. Shimura seems really gentle. Judging from her expression, she's probably interested in you~"

"Stop gossiping!"

Nishikawa Tetsu rolled his eyes at her, then turned and walked in another direction.

"Take me to the next construction site right now. If we don't finish today, I'll deduct it from your company's payment!"

"Yes, sir!" Xiao Nan followed with a grin.