letter to Kiba
Dear Kiba,
I'm doing well. Things are moving smoothly here. This is the best time to clean the monastary and temple. Cold weather means the gardens aren't growing, and more soot from indoor fires meant to keep the buildings warmer than outside, when possible.
There isn't much you can do about having Tsurude-sama as your new sensei. If you can, take advantage of the knowledge he can offer you. I know he can't replace Kureno-san. And it's okay to be angry with him. Just because he's the Hokage doesn't mean you can't be angry with him. Be careful as to how that anger manifests, though, for like it or not, he's your sensei now. You will still need to show him the respect he's due.
I know of the gala for Asuka. I myself will be attending for various reasons, so I will be certain to look for you there. I'm sorry Akako can't come with you.
I won't tell anyone that you are rethinking your choice to become a shinobi. If you want to talk about it at all, I'll gladly listen.
I'll be sure to take care of myself. I'm hearing that quite a few people I know from Konoha will be attending, and I plan on having a chance to see all of you again.
Take care of yourself, too, Kiba. And give Akako some love for me.
Your friend,
Chiriku