#164 - Hinata Natsu's Determination - Naruto: Uchiha is not the Raikage!

"I see."

Seiji nodded.

Looking at Seiji's sensible appearance, Mikoto continued, "There are other girls in the clan. Seiji, you just don't go out enough. You never leave the house except for missions, so naturally, you don't get to know any girls."

Mikoto had only seen some of Seiji's classmates come to find him.

As for other girls of the same age, Mikoto hadn't seen anyone come looking for him.

It seemed like there was only one Uchiha Hazuki in the clan.

However, Uchiha Hazuki seemed to have an ambiguous relationship with someone from another clan, and her age was only slightly younger than her, much older than Seiji.

"Okay."

Seiji listened to Mikoto's comforting words and nodded as if he were serious.

How gentle, Sister Mikoto.

The power of the pupils in Seiji's eyes was rising.

A woman like this would indeed make a good wife.

"Then I won't disturb you any longer, Sister Mikoto."

Seiji chatted for a while and then bid farewell.

Haste makes waste.

He only needed to subtly elevate his position little by little when Mikoto was feeling down.

How could an unromantic cuckold compare to a honey-tongued blonde… oh, no, a black-haired guy.

Mikoto didn't notice the hidden smile on Seiji's lips.

At this moment, her heart was still in a mess.

"Thank you for the tri-color dango."

Mikoto expressed her thanks.

Eating sweets in this kind of environment was a luxury.

"If Sister Mikoto likes it, I'll bring more next time."

Seiji paused, left these words, and then left.

"That child…"

In the past, Mikoto only thought of Seiji as someone who was a little afraid of her, but very hardworking and motivated.

Now she discovered that he also had a gentle side.

… … … …

Another bathroom.

Whirr.

The sound of showering water came out.

Before long, Hyuga Natsu changed out of her ninja combat suit's tight pants and put on a short skirt.

This place was in the rear, not as strained as the front lines.

So, in reality, it was just a bit more serious than usual, but not as strict in other aspects.

After finishing their work, the ninjas would each find a place to rest.

"This dress…"

Hyuga Natsu wore a plain black top and a short skirt that reached her knees.

Last time, Seiji had clearly revealed such a burning gaze towards her.

As she grew older, Hyuga Natsu fully understood the meaning of that gaze.

What made her palpitate was a certain guess in her heart.

She suspected that even Madam Ginka, Seiji also…

Thinking of this, Hyuga Natsu quickly shook her head and dried her hair with a handkerchief.

Such things were always just guesses.

Hyuga Tetsu wiped the sweat from his forehead. He had just carried several large boxes of supplies, and red marks from the boxes were still pressed into his shoulders, making him extremely tired.

He was just about to find some water to drink when he saw Hyuga Natsu standing not far away, looking delicate and charming.

The plain-colored short skirt was lifted by a corner by the breeze, like a white egret that had strayed into the stronghold.

This scene made him feel as refreshed as drinking sweet mountain spring water.

He felt invigorated.

When Natsu dressed up, she was truly as beautiful as a celestial maiden.

The simple and unadorned Hyuga Tetsu could only think of such a description.

"What's wrong, Tetsu?"

Hyuga Natsu asked, turning her head.

"What I wanted to say was, Natsu, you look so beautiful today."

Hyuga Tetsu's face flushed red, and he barely managed to say these words.

Immediately after saying it, Hyuga Tetsu felt regret.

He was afraid that he had been too presumptuous and frightened Hyuga Natsu.

"Is that so."

Instead of feeling happy about being praised, Hyuga Natsu felt a deep sadness.

Wasn't she dressing up like this for Uchiha Seiji?

If it weren't for the mess that Hyuga Ginka had made, why would she have to sacrifice herself again and again?

Unfortunately, the head family could really do whatever they wanted to the branch family.

Casually activating the "Caged Bird Curse Seal" could cause the branch family unbearable pain.

Therefore, no one in the clan dared to be rude to the head family. Even Lord Hizashi was respectful to other members of the head family.

"Yeah, yeah."

Hyuga Tetsu didn't see the small emotions hidden in Hyuga Natsu's eyes and foolishly expressed his opinion.

The Hyuga clan had very strict rules.

Men and women needed to maintain a certain distance, otherwise, people would gossip.

Apart from Natsu, who he had played with since childhood, Hyuga Tetsu rarely talked to other Hyuga women. His experience was very shallow.

In such a repressed environment, Hyuga Natsu was like a butterfly fluttering gracefully, stirring Hyuga Tetsu's heart.

"I'm leaving first."

Hyuga Natsu bid farewell politely and walked towards Seiji's tent.

The Hyuga clan and the Uchiha clan had merged their rear strongholds, dividing them into two areas.

However, in order to exchange information, people from both clans were constantly coming and going.

Hyuga Natsu walked towards the Uchiha area.

"Still smiling foolishly."

Hyuga Homura patted Hyuga Tetsu's shoulder.

He hated that this kid wasn't living up to his potential.

Back when they were in class, Uchiha Seiji, who had transferred in, was able to have girls all over him. Rin Nohara was looking for him, and so was Kurenai Yuhi.

Was Hyuga Tetsu just being a simp?

As he saw it, to pursue a woman, you had to take the initiative. Hyuga Tetsu's emotional intelligence was too low.

"Natsu went to find Uchiha Seiji, right?"

"Natsu is looking for him?"

Hyuga Tetsu frowned.

What could be worth Natsu seeing Uchiha Seiji now?

Hyuga Natsu and Seiji should have come to an agreement back then.

"Who knows."

Hyuga Homura spread his hands and walked away carrying his water bag.

He had to fetch some water to bring in.

Hyuga Tetsu's expression was uncertain.

He didn't trust Seiji much.