'He is out with Ryoko-chan, I 'll let him know you stopped by, ' she smiled like a good wife she was. Behind her calm exterior, was bubbling and swirling furry. Mikoto was not a fool. She knew the danger lurking for shinobi. She knew the danger clan head families were under because of their position.

She knew all that. She prepared for that. Maybe that is why when Shikaku appeared before her with a solemn expression, she

knew

what it was about. Mikoto inhaled deeply and listened as he whispered to her ear.

The man whispered! If that wasn 't a sign enough, his words were. Even with a low voice, he still spoke in riddles.

'Some tea spilled at your home. Fugaku-sama is

out

to get some more. He should be back soon. Kushina-san will keep you company, ' she nodded. Obviously, stationing ANBU guards would be too suspicious for whatever was happening. 'By the way, Ryoko-chan was summoned to a mission, ' he added nonchalantly.