Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 204 The Hyuga Clan's Banquet

Before heading to Kusagakure, Natsume had one more thing to do.

Attending the Hyuga clan's banquet.

After obtaining Natsume's consent, Hyuga Hiashi went all out.

In less than a day, the news that the Hokage had taken in a sworn sister spread like wildfire.

And just then, Konoha Village achieved a great victory over Sunagakure Village, so there were already many ninja clans and ninjas who wanted to curry favor with Natsume.

Therefore, they all accepted Hiashi Hyuga's invitation without hesitation.

Even some small ninja clans that hadn't received an invitation shamelessly took the initiative to visit.

Hiashi Hyuga didn't refuse; after all, he was a wealthy and powerful man, so he wasn't afraid of being freeloaded off.

"pity."

Hyuga Hizashi opened the window, looked at the bustling scene outside, and couldn't help but sigh.

"Father, why is this?"

Hyuga Neji noticed the sigh in his tone and asked.

"It would be so nice if you had an older or younger sister."

Hyuga Hizashi turned his head and saw Hyuga Neji's strange expression. After a slight pause, he said, "I misspoke."

He was actually overly envious of the treatment Hinata and Hanabi received.

One is the Hokage's disciple, and the other is the Hokage's sister.

In contrast, Neji Hyuga didn't gain any benefits at all.

If Hyuga Hizashi hadn't become the Hokage's advisor, life after the division of the family would probably have been even more difficult.

"Hanabi, who should have been a caged bird, has now escaped her fate."

After a moment of silence, Hyuga Neji said, "So this is what fate is, so utterly powerless in the face of strength."

Hyuga Hizashi was stunned.

From a young age, his son was unwilling to accept his status as a member of the family after the separation.

But because it cannot resist being a caged bird, it often laments its fate and seems somewhat self-destructive.

Unexpectedly, Hinata Hanabi's experience gave him a different perspective.

"yes."

Hyuga Hizashi's gaze was profound. "The main family is not supreme. They will still show humility when facing the Hokage. So Neji, strive to become stronger."

"Um."

Neji Hyuga nodded and said, "If I am valued by the Hokage, I will no longer need to fear the Caged Bird."

At this point, he suddenly thought of Hinata Hyuga.

This eldest daughter of the main family said she wanted to change the caged bird, but I wonder if she will actually do it?

In a room not far away.

Hinata Hanabi was a little annoyed and asked, "Why do we have to wear a kimono? It's so troublesome!"

Hinata Rinka patted her head and said, "Today is a very important day, so you must wear a kimono."

"But... what's so important?"

Hinata Hanabi said, somewhat puzzled, "I always called him Natsume-nii (older brother)."

"You used to call him 'brother' because of his age, but not anymore."

Hinata Rinka smiled gently and asked softly, "From now on, you and Natsume are family, understand?"

"A family?"

Hinata Hanabi stretched out her arm, which was covered by the sleeve of her kimono, and asked, "So, he's your son now?"

Hinata Rinka paused for a moment, then suddenly realized that what she said was right.

Natsume takes Hanabi as his adopted sister.

He naturally became her adopted son.

To strengthen family ties.

Hinata Rinka chuckled and said, "You could say that."

"Hmm... okay then."

Hinata Hanabi nodded and said, "It's not bad for him to be my older brother, since he often brings me food."

Hinata Rinka couldn't help but shake her head.

They are truly unaware of their own good fortune.

Being Natsume's adopted sister is a dream for countless people.

You only reluctantly agreed because you could get something to eat.

Hinata Rinka tied her belt and made a bow, saying, "Let's go out."

More than half of the guests have already arrived.

However, Natsume hasn't arrived yet.

He was the final performer.

"elder sister!"

Hyuga Hanabi immediately let go of Hyuga Rinka's hand and ran to Hyuga Hinata.

Like her, she also wore a kimono.

However, hers is white, while Hinata Hanabi's is pale yellow.

"Fireworks, don't be naughty today."

Hinata Hyuga said softly.

"I've always been a good student!"

Hinata Hanabi looked displeased and asked with a hint of grievance, "Sister, I'm your real sister, why do you always seem to care more about your brother?"

Hinata opened her mouth, somewhat afraid to meet her gaze.

After a moment, she said weakly, "No...no, I care more about you."

Well, even she herself doesn't believe that.

"Hmph, lying!"

Hyuga Hanabi put her hands on her hips, pouted, and said, "Don't think you can fool me just because I'm young!"

Hinata Hyuga hesitated, unsure of what to say.

"Hanabi."

Hinata Rinka stepped in just in time to defuse the situation, saying, "The banquet is about to begin, and there will be many of your favorite dishes today."

Upon hearing this, Hinata Hanabi could no longer maintain her composure and burst into laughter.

She grabbed Hinata Hyuga's hand and walked towards the hall.

Hinata Rinka smiled, feeling quite happy.

With Natsume around, the two sisters won't fall out over the caged bird.

But while some are happy, others are not.

Besides the Hyuga Hiashi family, the main branch of the family also includes the elders' family.

In the original work, an elder appeared in the case of Hinata Hyuga being kidnapped by the Hidden Cloud Village.

It was he who suggested that Hyuga Hizashi die in place of Hyuga Hiashi.

"Elder."

Hyuga Takashi, a guard of the main clan, knelt on one knee and asked, "All the major ninja clans and all the Jonin have arrived. The clan head asks if you would like to go out and take a look?"

"Look?"

The elderly man snorted coldly and said, "This is your clan chief's way of showing me power."

Upon hearing this, Hyuga Takashi broke out in a cold sweat and dared not speak.

"It was I who put Japan in power back then."

The old man, Hyuga Hiroshi, said with a gloomy face, "But I didn't expect that after becoming the clan leader, he would disregard the rules of the Hyuga clan so much."

When Hinata Hanabi was three years old, he suggested that the caged bird should be put into a cage.

Hiashi Hyuga, however, said that he had not yet chosen a successor and should wait a little longer.

Hiroshi Hyuga tentatively believed his explanation.

But when Hinata Hyuga became Natsume's student, he mentioned it again.

As the Hokage's disciple, he was almost destined to become the clan leader.

Only in this way can the greatest effect be achieved.

However, Hiashi Hyuga still said that he hadn't made a good choice.

Hiroshi Hyuga immediately understood that he didn't want Hanabi Hyuga to be caged like a bird.

Now they've even come up with the whole "adopting a sister" drama.

Hinata Takashi trembled as he listened.

He couldn't afford to offend either of them, so he could only remain silent.

"Go tell Hiashi that the Hyuga clan's thousand-year-old rules cannot be broken because of an outsider."

Hiroshi Hyuga said firmly, "As the clan leader, he should abide by the rules even more."

"yes!"

Hyuga Takashi got up and quickly left.

At this moment, Hiashi Hyuga is happily entertaining guests.

He hadn't been this happy in a long time.

No matter who came, they all treated him with great respect.

He found it quite pleasing.

Although he knew everyone was doing it for Natsume's sake, he still felt great.

Moreover, it resolved a long-standing worry for him.

That is, the problem of caged birds.

After that, Elder Hiroshi Hyuga probably won't mention it again, right?

"Chieftain."

Hinata Takashi appeared behind him.

"What did the elder say?"

Hiashi Hyuga turned his head to look at him, his smile growing even wider.

He said that the rules of the Hyuga clan cannot be violated.

Hinata Takashi hesitated for a few seconds before speaking.

Hiashi Hyuga's smile froze instantly.

Why is this old man so rigid?

Actually, according to tradition, he is right.

But humans are not plants or trees; how can they be without feelings?

Hiashi Hyuga did not want to see Hanabi Hyuga planted with the Caged Bird Seal.

"You may leave."

He waved his hand and said.

Hinata Takashi secretly breathed a sigh of relief and immediately disappeared.

Hiashi Hyuga's gaze deepened, a hint of coldness creeping into his eyes.

He had previously expressed many grievances against Hiroshi Hyuga.

But due to the rules, he dared not say anything.

Now it's different; he has Natsume backing him up.

If he really wanted to test his skills, he wasn't afraid of Hiroshi Hyuga.

"Chief of the Hyuga clan."

A pleasant and gentle voice rang out.

"Mikoto, it's been a long time."

Hiashi Hyuga softened his tone and said, "Rinka said she's been wanting to talk to you for a while now, and finally she has the chance."

As he spoke, he looked at Uchiha Sasuke standing next to Uchiha Mikoto.

He is Hinata Hyuga's teammate and Natsume's apprentice.

"Is that Sasuke?"

Hiashi Hyuga praised, "He is indeed a man of exceptional talent."

"You flatter me, Hyuga clan chief."

Mikoto Uchiha smiled, clearly quite pleased.

Just as she was about to let Uchiha Sasuke greet her, a familiar laugh came from behind her.

"Uncle Hiashi, and Aunt Mikoto."

Natsume stepped forward and asked, "Why are you chatting at the door?"

"teacher."

Uchiha Sasuke bowed slightly and said.

Hiashi Hyuga noticed this scene and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

Sasuke Uchiha just saw him, but he didn't react at all.

It could be said that they didn't take him, the clan leader, seriously.

However, he could understand.

Young and impetuous, that's all.

Given Natsume's connection to him, Hiashi Hyuga didn't delve into the matter further.

"Lord Hokage, please go first."

"No need to be so polite, you are my elder."

Natsume waved his hand and said.

Although Hiashi Hyuga knew he was just being polite, he felt deeply gratified and proud at that moment.

Several people entered the hall.

"Hokage-sama!"

Almost everyone stood up and shouted.

The scene was quite spectacular.

Natsume nodded.

They followed Hiashi Hyuga to the table at the highest position.

"elder brother."

Hinata Hanabi, being sensible, called out proactively.

Compared to before, removing the word "Natsume" makes it feel more approachable.

"Please sit down."

Natsume smiled and glanced around, finally fixing his gaze on Tsunade.

She arrived at the banquet early because she was at home.

By this time, he had already finished eating a chicken leg.

He appeared quite unruly.

But because of her high status, no one dared to stop her.

"Lord Hokage, please say a few words."

Hiashi Hyuga has always been quite particular about rules and etiquette.

The main character of this dinner party is Natsume.

He naturally knows what to do.

"Nothing to say."

Natsume turned to look at everyone and said, "Today, I have a little sister named Hanabi. Please take good care of her from now on."

Except for Orochimaru, almost all of Konoha's upper and middle classes were present.

It must be said that Hiashi Hyuga put in a lot of effort.

Of course, Natsume played an even greater role in it.

Three thousand characters.

(End of this chapter)