Chapter 52: 50: The Question of Offense or Defense

Chapter 52: 50: The Question of Offense or Defense

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"Um... what are you doing, Ruri? Is something wrong?" Shiraishi asked, noticing Ruri's silent presence behind him and wearing a relieved smile.

Speaking of which... even standing silently behind him, Shiraishi sensed that Ruri's strength had significantly increased. The Uchiha bloodline truly was formidable, and Ruri, who effortlessly controlled its power, was even more formidable.

Ruri didn't remove the kunai from Shiraishi's throat. Her voice came close to his ear, resonating in the dimly lit laboratory. "You haven't been hiding anything from me, have you?"

"Eh? Why do you say that?" Shiraishi was momentarily taken aback, scratching his head in confusion. He appeared genuinely puzzled by Ruri's statement.

"Your behavior today was a bit strange. Usually, when you go out to buy something, you just leave without saying a word. But today, you came to say goodbye before leaving. So, I've been wondering if you're hiding something from me."

Ruri's expression remained casual, her eyes as piercing as ever, giving the impression that nothing could be concealed from them.

"Uh... Ruri, when did you develop a sense of humor? It was just a spontaneous gesture," Shiraishi replied, trying to convince himself as well.

"Just a spontaneous gesture that happens once every few years? That's quite coincidental. So, I've been thinking, are you secretly meeting someone behind my back?"

"You've misunderstood me. You should know the nature of my relationships, right?"

"Yes, but precisely because of that, something feels off. I have a strange sensation that someone else's scent is on you, and it's a woman's scent" Ruri said, even taking a few sniffs at Shiraishi's shoulder.

"You don't have the Inuzuka clan's sense of smell! Your surname is Uchiha!" Shiraishi couldn't help but complain internally.

Just as Shiraishi was about to respond, Ruri removed the kunai from his neck, and her tone was no longer as cold as before. "But forget it, whoever you meet is none of my business, is it? I'm not yours."The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Ñøv€lß1n.

As Ruri spoke, a faint smile formed at the corner of her mouth, intensifying Shiraishi's sense of unease.

Normally, Ruri wasn't one to make jokes.

"Well, you're overthinking it."

"You really didn't meet someone secretly?"

Despite claiming not to care, it was evident that Ruri was deeply concerned. His eyes grew darker, and a hint of murderous intent began to emanate from him.

"Of course not. Don't you know who I am? I never lie," Shiraishi responded, looking directly into Ruri's eyes with utmost sincerity.

"Then how do you explain this photo?"

He could anticipate future situations in the ninja world based on his knowledge, as well as from a historical and political perspective, but there would inevitably be some deviations in the details.

"Huh..." Ruri exhaled, feeling a sense of relief without understanding why.

Shiraishi sighed, smiling wryly. "I really can't hide anything from you. You've always been perceptive since you were a child."

"Years of experience have made you complacent, and you haven't made any progress at all. Remember to be more cautious next time. Now, let's go out for dinner."

Ruri stored the kunai in her ninja bag and walked ahead.

"Ruri, were you actually concerned about me earlier?" Shiraishi's laughter echoed from behind.

Ruri stopped, turned her head, and stared at Shiraishi with a serious expression.

"Which eye did you see i used in caring about you?"

"Huh, really?"

"You fool, I'm only interested in immortality. Power is everything. Your actions and achievements are inconsequential. Wake up and focus on your own dreams."

After speaking, Ruri turned around, her black hair slightly swaying as she arrogantly walked away.

"Is that so? I'm quite interested in controlling others... Is that okay?"

There was no response to his question. Shiraishi helplessly scratched his head. What a chaotic day.

But... it shouldn't be a major issue.

In other words, next time could he bring Ayane here for a proper examination of her body?

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