Night was deepening, and a faint chill filled the forest. A few nocturnal birds swept across the treetops, beating their wings.
The thick tree trunks cast mottled shadows in the dim moonlight. Three ninjas wearing Konohagakure headbands sat in a circle around a campfire. The flames licked warmly at the neatly stacked firewood, illuminating their thoughtful faces.
"These kids really are quite interesting!" Aburame Shibi, wearing dark sunglasses, tossed a piece of wood onto the fire and slowly spoke.
Chapter 92