A simple dinner brought the eleven cockroaches closer together.
The group of students, who had grown somewhat estranged due to being assigned to different classes after graduation, have become close again.
The group chatted noisily until after 9 p. m. before Jonin were also a little tipsy, and even Asuma, emboldened by the alcohol, kept moving closer to Kurenai Yuhi.
At the entrance of the BBQ Restaurant, Naruto ran excitedly toward Kakashi, shouting, "Haha! Teacher Kakashi, um... um, I have something to ask you."
Kakashi rolled his dead fish eyes and said weakly, "Stop talking. I already guessed what you wanted to say. I've already found someone to train with you."
Naruto protested, "Why? I want to train with you!"
Kakashi's tone became slightly serious. "I have some things to take care of right now, so I can't look after you."
Hinata looked over there. In the Original Story, Kakashi didn't help Naruto train during the Chunin Ninja Exams, which was probably the only black mark on Kakashi's record!
However, in the Original Story, Sasuke was already being targeted by Orochimaru at this point, and Kakashi could only stay by Sasuke's side to protect him.
If we bring Naruto along, he'll probably just be a burden.
"Teacher Kakashi, Naruto, I'm going home now, bye-bye!"
Kakashi waved with a smile and said, "Be careful on the road!"
"Brother Neji, let's go!"
After calling out to Neji, Hinata waved goodbye to her friends one by one.
After the noise, there is only solitude.
As Hinata walked home, she felt a little reluctant to leave behind the lively atmosphere she had just experienced.
However, as everyone grows up, each person will have their own life and their own responsibilities to bear.
Well... I guess we can just call this 'growing up'!
Hinata was experiencing this feeling for the second time, but she still felt a little uneasy.
It felt like I would have to face the whole world all by myself at any moment.
Turning around, the friends all went their separate ways, and some who were going the same way would walk home together.
Although the Chunin Ninja Exams gave everyone a glimpse into the cruelty of the Ninja World, ultimately, they were all children who grew up in a peaceful era, and they had no idea about the hardships and trials of the outside world.
Everyone is being protected too well.
It wasn't until the Third Exam... after the Third died in battle, that everyone learned about responsibility!
Neji glanced at Hinata and said calmly, "Lady Hinata, who used to only know how to fool around, is starting to become sentimental now."
Hinata sighed and said, "Brother Neji, don't you think it would be wonderful if people never grew up?"
Neji was somewhat puzzled. "What's so good about being a child?"
Hinata shook her head slightly. Children all look forward to growing up, but don't adults also envy children?
It's probably only someone Hinata, who has been reborn, who can truly appreciate the joys of childhood!
But... I'm afraid the happiness won't last much longer.
Seemingly sensing Hinata's thoughts, Neji said firmly, "Lady Hinata, I will protect you with my life!"
Hinata smiled at Neji; it felt so good.
"I will protect you too, Brother Neji!"
Back home, Hinata took a shower and then went to her room.
Pushing open the door, Hanabi indeed slipped into Hinata's room again, lying sprawled on the bed fast asleep, with only a corner of the blanket covering her little belly, and her little feet occasionally twitching.
"Ah--"
Hinata stretched, quietly climbed into bed, snuggled under the covers, and fell into a deep sleep, hugging Hanabi.
Hanabi, still asleep, seemed to sense something, nuzzling Hinata with her big head before burying herself in Hinata's arms.
"Elder sister..."
Even though your friends have all moved on with their own lives, your family will always be there for you.
Hinata felt very satisfied.
But how many people will be sleepless tonight?
Thinking of Naruto and Sasuke, perhaps they have been lonely for too long, which is why they care so much about their companions and crave recognition from others.
The sorrow of the Fourth Shinobi World War stemmed from the Uchiha, and the sorrow of the Uchiha stemmed from the emptiness in their hearts.
It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, Mangekyō Sharingan undoubtedly proves this point.
Obito Uchiha witnessed Rin's death at Kakashi's hands, and wanting to escape reality, he awakened Kamui.
Shisui Uchiha wanted to change the clan's political plans, so he awakened Kotoamatsukami.
As for Itachi Uchiha, the Tsukuyomi that created the illusory world, and Amaterasu that burned everything, seem to prove that his heart was actually somewhat contradictory.
Sasuke's eye technique, on the other hand, proves that the moment he opened his eyes, all he felt was a desire for destruction.
Hinata doesn't not think about many things; rather, she chooses not to.
There have been too many tears in this world; Hinata wants is genuine happiness and warmth.
Early in the morning, before Hinata was even fully awake, Hinata's mother, Minako Hyuga, slammed open Hinata's bedroom door.
After glancing around Hinata's room, Minako Hyuga woke Hinata and Hanabi up from the bed, saying with a look of disgust, "Hinata, look at your room, it's a complete mess. Don't you know how to tidy it up yourself?"
Hinata, still half-asleep, rubbed her eyes and said, "Mom! Have you ever seen a pig that cleans its own room? Isn't it always the zookeeper who does it?"
Hinata would rather admit she's a pig than clean her room.
Minako Hyuga is a very responsible caretaker. She knows Hinata's personality, so she comes over every now and then to help Hinata tidy up.
"Get up, the sun's almost high in the sky. Your dad heard you advanced to the Third Match of the Chunin Ninja Exams and decided to train you himself."
Hinata sighed weakly, "I understand!"
Hanabi quickly got dressed and stood on the ground looking radiant.
Hinata lingered on the bed for a long time. My dear bed and blankets, in just one night, I will be leaving you again.
After getting dressed, Hinata kissed her bed goodbye. "See you tonight!"
After washing up and eating, Hinata went to the Training Room, where Hyuga Hiashi had been waiting for a while.
The Great Elder and Tokuma Hyuga stood to one side.
Upon seeing Hinata, Tokuma Hyuga immediately boasted, "Lady Hinata, I have already reported your performance in the Second Exam and the Preliminary Selection to Lord Hiashi. The Third Exam is in a month, so please do your best."
Hyuga Hiashi looked at Hinata and said calmly, "You performed very well in the exam. Although you were a bit silly, you showed no mercy to your enemies and forced that Sound Ninja to admit defeat. You truly are the pride of our Hyuga Clan!"
The Great Elder said with a look of satisfaction, "I originally thought Hinata's personality was a bit weak, but in the first round of the Preliminary Selection against the Sand Ninja... Hinata, you performed very well!"
Hinata stood obediently without saying a word.
Hyuga Hiashi continued, "But I heard that you ran away when facing the enemy in the Second Exam?"
Hinata glanced at Tokuma Hyuga, well done!
Your name should really be read backwards!