Shopping was relaxing, but they couldn't stay out on the streets forever.
After returning to the Cloud Clan Grounds, Torikaze found that Yahiko, Konan, Hogen, and the others had already returned.
They had lit a small bonfire at home and were roasting food.
"You three little ones are having quite a nice time. Roast me a chicken wing."
Chisato also made her request with a smile. "Roast me a skewer of chicken feet, with extra chili."
Hogen, who was in charge of the cooking, was speechless for a moment. They had only been casually roasting a few things to add to the festive atmosphere. How had he suddenly become an actual cook?
But since it was his mom and dad making the request, he couldn't refuse. "All right. Just wait a bit, it'll be ready soon."
While they waited for the chicken wings, more people gradually returned. When they saw Hogen barbecuing, they all started ordering what they wanted to eat.
Hogen's expression grew increasingly ugly. "I don't care about all that! I'm only grilling for my mom and dad. I'm not responsible for any other orders."
Everyone laughed at that. After Hogen had grilled for only a short while, Minato went over and took over for him.
Once he was free, Hogen was overjoyed. He had thought he would have to grill skewers all night.
"Oh! Minato's grilling skills are pretty good too. This is the first time I've known that."
Minato smiled faintly. "The equipment isn't very good today. Otherwise, it would taste even better."
All they had was a bonfire, not a charcoal grill. Getting this much flavor was already quite good.
Everyone sat around together, eating and chatting happily.
"By the way, why hasn't Cousin Ran returned? Is he still talking with Xinyu?"
Minato was rather