Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 55 Girl, would you like a chicken leg?

Knowing they were not welcome, Samoya and the others found a secluded spot to sit down.

The others glanced at it a few times and then stopped paying attention.

This is Konoha Village, not Kumogakure Village.

Do you think a few Cloud Ninja would dare to cause trouble?

Even if you dare, look at the ninjas around you; if you dare to reach out, your hand will be chopped off.

Half an hour later, all the guests had arrived, and the birthday party officially began.

Before the meal, there was a speech by Hyuga Hiashi.

It's something like, "Thank you all for taking the time to come. Enjoy your meal and drinks."

Then, the main character of the banquet made his appearance.

Hinata Hyuga.

She was wearing a kimono today and looked quite lovely.

Especially when paired with her shy expression.

But Hiashi Hyuga frowned.

His submissive demeanor infuriated him.

Look at Hyuga Neji. When he was three years old, his behavior was so impressive that even Hyuga Hizashi was a little jealous of him.

How wonderful it would be if I were born into the main family.

No, let's have another one.

This sentence suddenly popped into Hiashi Hyuga's mind.

He was actually unwilling at first.

Because of the rules of the Hyuga clan, there is only one main branch per generation.

For example, he and Hyuga Hizashi are brothers, but he is the head of the main family, so Hyuga Hizashi has to put him in a cage.

If Hiashi Hyuga abandons Hinata Hyuga, it means she will also become a member of the branch family, with a cursed mark on her forehead, and her fate will be handed over to someone else.

He despised caged birds, but as a beneficiary of the system, he could not violate the rules, much less abolish them.

Hinata stammered a few words, and Hiashi quickly chimed in, announcing that they could begin eating.

Tsunade immediately picked up the sake bottle, poured herself a cup of sake, took a small sip, and her eyes lit up.

It is indeed fine wine.

Because of her debts, she used to drink only inexpensive alcoholic beverages.

Later, after Natsume made money, he bought some good wine.

However, the sake stored by the Hyuga clan is clearly more precious, having been stored for who knows how many years, and its taste is quite mellow.

Natsume picked up his chopsticks, grabbed a piece of meat, and popped it into his mouth.

Pretty good.

The Hyuga clan is the most traditional ninja clan in Konoha, and their conduct maintains the rules and etiquette of the nobility.

Even the food was like that.

Natsume turned his head and saw that Tsunade had already drunk several cups, so he said, "Don't just drink, eat some more food."

He was worried that she might say something incoherent when she was drunk, which could lead to social death.

Tsunade glanced at him and obediently picked up her chopsticks.

Even so, she gradually became intoxicated and drank more and more.

When it comes to drinking, Natsume can't stop her.

Half the time had passed, and the night was already quite late.

Hinata Hyuga had long since left with her mother, Rinka Hyuga.

But the guests continued to enjoy the lively banquet.

Natsume suddenly narrowed his eyes. One person was missing from the two tables in Kumogakure: Satsuma Yoru.

"Jingyin, you take care of the teacher, I'm going to the restroom."

He quickly got up, paused for a moment, and took a plate of roast chicken from the table.

"...?"

Shizune and Kabuto exchanged a glance, both filled with confusion.

Why are you bringing food to the toilet?

Something's wrong with you.

As soon as Natsume left the hall, he formed hand seals and transformed into a Byakugan ninja.

He cautiously crept towards the inner courtyard.

As expected, because of the banquet, the security was more relaxed than usual.

After all, most of the Hyuga clan members were drinking in the main hall.

Natsume glanced around but didn't notice Satsuma Yoru, who must have used some kind of stealth method.

In that case, let's find Hinata Hyuga first.

He did his homework before he came and knew the approximate location.

Upon arriving at the area, I found it somewhat hastily arranged, with a row of buildings.

"What a rich dog."

Natsume complained about the windows near the room, preparing to check them one by one.

Fortunately, he was lucky and spotted Hinata Hyuga in the third room.

He hesitated for a few seconds, then climbed through the window.

This is about saving lives, not committing a crime.

He felt that he was still fine.

In the words of Zhang San, the outlaw, it's called emergency avoidance.

Because I was worried that Hinata Hyuga might unconsciously shout.

After Natsume entered, he used the Instantaneous Movement Technique to appear in front of her, covered her mouth, and said, "Don't be afraid, it's me."

Hinata Hyuga's heart finally settled down, and her eyes revealed surprise.

Earlier at the birthday party, she was shy and kept her head down, not daring to look at the guests or notice Natsume.

Seeing this, Natsume released his grip and took a step back.

He took out a chicken leg and asked with a smile, "Miss, would you like a chicken leg?"

Hinata Hyuga's eyes involuntarily fell on the chicken leg.

She definitely wasn't full.

Or rather, he has never been full.

Within the Hyuga clan, rules are strict, and even meals are limited to just a few bites.

Natsume found it amusing and shook the chicken leg, causing Hinata Hyuga's little head to bob up and down in response.

So cute, so adorable.

It reminded him of a scene from his past life where he teased a dog.

Ahem, it's just a metaphor, nothing more.

"Want some?"

Natsume repeated the question.

Hinata Hyuga nodded subconsciously, then quickly shook her head to indicate her refusal.

Her upbringing taught her that she shouldn't eat at this time.

"No means yes."

Natsume declared that no one understands women better than him, then shoved a chicken leg into her hand and said, "Eat it."

Hinata Hyuga subconsciously swallowed, smelled the aroma, and looked at the appetizing chicken leg. In the end, she couldn't resist and took a bite.

Even at this point, she didn't wolf down her food; instead, she ate very elegantly, taking small bites.

However, being watched by Natsume made her a little embarrassed, and her face gradually turned red.

The chicken leg was finished quickly.

"Thanks."

Hinata Hyuga put the bone aside and said softly.

"Are you full?"

Natsume asked.

Hinata Hyuga shook her head, then nodded emphatically.

Before this, she had never stolen chicken legs, so this was exciting enough for her.

Eating any more would feel against the rules of the Hyuga clan and would be extremely impolite.

But when she looked up, she saw that Natsume had brought out a plate of roast chicken.

Hinata Hyuga paused for a moment, a hint of panic on her face, and quickly waved her hands, "I...I really...I'm full."

"Shhh."

Natsume pressed his finger to her lips, gesturing for her to speak softly. "Lying isn't good for a child, you know. Are you a good child?"

"I...I..."

Hinata Hyuga didn't know how to answer.

"fine."

Natsume ruffled her hair and said, "Don't worry about formalities in front of me. Just be yourself."

Hinata Hyuga looked up and noticed the tenderness in his eyes.

Warning, warning, the body is overheating.

Her face seemed to be steaming, turning bright red.

Natsume quickly released his grip, looked at the steam princess, and said, "Don't think too much, eat."

Hinata Hyuga took a while to recover; she didn't faint.

She hesitated for a moment, but did not disappoint Natsume's kindness. She tore off a piece of chicken and ate it.

Normally, given her personality and upbringing, she would never eat chicken with her hands in her life, but the feeling of breaking the rules seems quite nice.

Hinata Hyuga inexplicably became happy.

(End of this chapter)