Chapter 276: A Heart for Gossip
Gradually, Nonō's entire body pressed down on Nagato.
"Okay, I was wrong. You can definitely do it," Nagato reached out and grabbed Nonō's hand, bringing the two of them face-to-face, just a punch apart.
"Hmph, that's more like it, I'll let you off this time." Nonō pretended to be calm as she shook off Nagato's grip, though her face was already aflame with embarrassment.
"Thank you, Lady Nonō, for not killing me," Nagato quipped, trying to ease her discomfort.
The two looked at each other and burst into laughter. Tonight, they had a wonderful time together.
...
"You don't need to see me out. My house is just up ahead."
Nonō pointed to the apartment building not far away. This was preferential treatment from the Anbu for her role as a Medical-nin. Her current financial situation wasn't sufficient to afford a house of her own.
"Okay, then I'll be going back."
Nagato stopped in his tracks, showing no intention of accompanying her further. It was already late, and if he returned home any later, he couldn't imagine what kind of questions the nosy people in his family might ask.
"Well, see you next time."