Chapter 57: Nara Shikaku’s Speculation
Konoha, BBQ Restaurant.
The burly Akimichi Chōza led the group to their seats. After ordering a massive amount of food, he said cheerfully, "Everyone, eat to your heart's content—my treat today!"
Yamanaka Inoichi shot him a sideways glance, clearly unimpressed.
'This is your family's restaurant, and out of everyone here, you'll be eating the most. Of course, you're paying.'
Even with such thoughts, no one present really cared about the cost of a barbecue. After all, they were all clan leaders—people of means and status.
As the charcoal began to burn and the meat was served, the staff wisely retreated, leaving the big shots to talk in peace.
"Shikaku, tell us—what exactly do you think Tsunade-sama meant by what she said today?" asked Inuzuka Tsume.
Seated at the table, besides the traditional Ino–Shika–Chō trio, was also Hyūga Hiashi, head of what was now considered the most powerful clan in Konoha. As long as the Hyūga didn't make any missteps, they were bound to benefit from any future reforms.
Nara Shikaku gave a wry smile. "Tsume, talking about Tsunade-sama like this out in the open... isn't that a bit inappropriate?"
Tsume chuckled with a mocking tone. "So you're looking down on me now, huh? Fine, I'm leaving!"
She stood as if to go, but Shikaku quickly reached out to stop him.