It was time to do some traveling. He needed to see something with his own eyes, for his own sanity. With Kenta being forced to step down from power for various reasons, and the subsequent stripping the Wolfpack's power within the village, a little birdie had to take flight, for her own safety.

Now was the time to check up on that birdie, and secure the future of the Wolfpack to her. And so, the male packed a bag, making sure to acquire enough rations to ensure he could reach his destination without going hungry, and set off for the gates of the village.

As the Lion walked through the gates of Konoha, he wondered what had become of the little birdie; was she doing alright? Was adjusting to life outside of Konoha well enough? Had she been keeping out of trouble? He would figure she was smart enough to know to not draw attention to herself, but he also knew this little birdie well enough to know that trouble followed her like a lost puppy. The Lion also knew that the little birdie was strong enough to take care of herself.

In either case, he would find out soon enough, once he reached the Hidden Cloud Village.