Chapter 367: Ch.368 Rising Tensions
After sharing her speculations with Tsunade, Yakumo, exhausted, returned to the Kurama clan's grand estate.
Seeing Yakumo return safely, Kurama Unkai burst into tears of relief: "Yakumo, you... you're alright! That's such a relief!"
Yakumo's father, Kurama Murakumo, smiled warmly: "It's good to have you back!"
The Wood Release that clashed with the massive 'Susanoo' could only belong to Yakumo, so her parents had spent the entire night on edge. Even though Tsunade had sent someone to the Kurama clan grounds to confirm Yakumo's safety, they couldn't fully relax.
Only now, seeing Yakumo in person, did their hearts finally settle.
Yakumo bowed respectfully: "Father, Mother, I'm sorry for worrying you."
Unkai said, "Yakumo, if you encounter such a powerful enemy again, don't be reckless! The village has plenty of skilled shinobi..."
Murakumo interrupted, exuding the authority of the clan head: "What nonsense! We're Hidden Leaf shinobi—protecting the village is our duty! Yakumo, you must be tired. Go rest."
Knowing her father was simply concerned, Yakumo didn't argue and obediently returned to her room.
After washing up, Yakumo lay on her bed, staring at the ceiling in a daze.
In the Inner World.