Neji quirked a brow, wondering how he'd earned that extra point of respect, but it didn't matter. He turned and fell into step alongside Kajiki- close but not too close- as they made their way down the avenue.

"Likely a fair bit of administrative processing, then," he agreed, determined not to be put off by that harsh laugh. "But it's nothing we have to deal with ourselves at least." Beyond escorting him around the village anyway. The longer those documents took, the longer he'd have to keep up the act.

And although he was well aware that their guest was playing a deceptive role on some level, he couldn't very well stand and make accusations in the streets. Nor could he ask outright about the man's real intentions or the reasons behind whatever kind of ruse he was holding up. No matter, he'd send a bird to Yamato whenever he had the opportunity and fulfill his role properly. It was possible he could still find out something.

"Is this your first visit to Konoha, Hoshigaki-san?"