Chapter 10
“Will you come with me?” Neiki asked.
“No!” Neji shook his head firmly. “Taking a few days off is already too much. If I miss more classes, my teachers will be upset.”
“Besides, your missions must be really difficult. I haven’t even graduated from the ninja academy yet. I’d only be a burden to you,” Neji added.
Neiki nodded thoughtfully. “Yes, you need to get stronger quickly.”
Not to help me, but to help yourself, Neiki thought. Otherwise, you might be unable to withstand the hatred of many people around you. Of course, he wouldn’t delve into why that hatred would be directed at Neji, even though he was the cause.
Seeing Neiki was still responding, Neji couldn’t help but ask, “Brother, were you just joking?”
“Even if I could help you, what kind of mission would involve unrelated family members? Wouldn’t wasting ninja resources like that get you in trouble with the Hokage?” Neji said.
Neiki chuckled. “You’ve already refused. Why are you asking so many questions? Just eat.”
“Brother, you’re so suspicious.”