Chapter 173: Different Time
Chōza Akimichi squinted as he gazed ahead, his expression serious. The reason he instinctively uttered that name wasn't just because of the "red hair." It was also due to the fiery, spirited demeanor.
"No, that's not Kushina," Minato Namikaze shook his head decisively. Although there was a resemblance, it was like night and day.
"No forehead protector," Kakashi noted as he reached for the short sword on his back. "Her identity is unclear."
His tone was serious. For a ninja, lacking a "symbol" was a sign of danger. Moreover, this person was very strong. Her chakra was vast, and her movement speed was extremely fast.
"Stop right there!" Shibi Aburame extended his hand, and a dense cloud of parasitic insects poured out of his body, forming a barrier in front of the squad. "State your intentions."
The red-haired figure halted.
"No need to be so tense," Karin raised her hand, cheerfully greeting them. "I mean no harm. I'm just here to meet some old acquaintances."
She smiled, her gaze fixed on the blonde man. The atmosphere grew tense and strange. The rest of the team followed her gaze, landing on Minato Namikaze.
He raised his hand, pointing to himself. "We've met before?"