They would go to the hot springs

She thought about it and answered, her voice measured and polite, "The hot springs are indeed a popular destination, Lord Arakawa. However, I must ensure that our schedule allows for it. Let me check the itinerary." Kushina's eyes flicked to the folder Tsunade had given her, her fingers tracing the edges of the papers as she scanned the contents. She paused for a moment, her brow furrowed in concentration, before looking up at Lord Arakawa with a smile. "It seems we do have a small window of time before the meeting with the Hokage. I can arrange for a private visit to the hot springs, if that would be to your liking."

He smiled and answered, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he said, "I would like that very much, Kushina Uzumaki. A private visit to the hot springs sounds like the perfect way to unwind before our meeting with the Hokage." His voice was low and smooth, and Kushina felt a shiver run down her spine as he spoke. She nodded, her ponytail bobbing behind her, and reached for the folder in her hand. "I'll make the arrangements," she said, her voice professional despite the flutter in her chest.

As she turned to leave, Lord Arakawa's hand shot out, his fingers closing around her wrist.

Kushina's heart skipped a beat as Lord Arakawa's fingers wrapped around her wrist, his grip firm but gentle. She felt a jolt of surprise, but her training kicked in, and she didn't pull away. Instead, she turned to face him, her eyes meeting his in a calm, inquiring gaze. Lord Arakawa's smile never wavered, but his eyes seemed to soften, his expression turning almost... soothing.

"I apologize if I startled you, Kushina Uzumaki," he said, his deep voice low and smooth. "I just wanted to reassure you that I'll take care of the arrangements for the hot springs. You don't need to trouble yourself with the details."

Lord Arakawa's fingers remained wrapped around Kushina's wrist, his thumb tracing a gentle circle on her skin as he reached into his kimono with his free hand. He produced a small, intricately carved wooden box from his sleeve and flipped it open, revealing a beautifully crafted silver pendant inside. The pendant was attached to a delicate chain, which Lord Arakawa used to retrieve a small, ornate bell from the box. He gave the bell a soft ring, and the sound was immediately answered by the appearance of a tall, imposing figure at the doorway.

The figure bowed deeply, his eyes cast downward in respect. "Yes, my lord?" he asked, his deep voice rumbling.

"Kaito, I need you to arrange for a private visit to the hot springs for myself and Kushina Uzumaki," Lord Arakawa said, his voice low and smooth as he addressed his servant. "See to it that we are not disturbed, and that all necessary amenities are provided." Kaito's eyes flicked to Kushina, his gaze lingering for a moment before he bowed deeply, his face a mask of professionalism. "Yes, my lord. I will attend to it immediately."

As Kaito turned to leave, Lord Arakawa's fingers finally released their gentle hold on Kushina's wrist, his thumb brushing against her skin in a soft caress.