Because he wanted to give Ayari a quiet environment, Shin moved his workplace from the study to the front courtyard.
Working in his own home felt far more comfortable than working at the Hokage's Office, making Shin less eager to rebuild the Konoha building.
But when he thought about how, after Ayari gave birth, he might no longer be able to indulge in any office play under her watchful eye, he felt it would still be better to have a proper workplace—one he could rebuild and arrange however he liked.
As Shin enjoyed Samui's massage behind him, Ayano suddenly walked in.
She gave the stunningly beautiful Samui an extra glance before approaching Shin and speaking softly. "Lord Shin, Miss Kushina and Madam Mikoto are here. They're with Ayari."
Shin frowned slightly at this. He had not told Ayari about this messy business because he did not want her worrying in her current state. Why had these two women come to his door on their own?
Anyone could tell they had come because of Minato.
Just then, an Anbu suddenly appeared in the office using the Body Flicker Technique.
"Lord Shin, Lady Ayari is about to give birth!"
Shin, who had been reclining in his chair, shot to his feet. His mind went blank with a roar.
"What did you say?!"
Ayano beside him could not help crying out as well. "Ayari..."
She had only been away for a little while. How had something happened already?
The next instant, Shin flew straight out of the room. Ayano stood frozen for a moment before hurrying after him.
By the time Shin arrived, Ayari's labor had already begun. The Hyuga Clan Compound had a dedicated delivery room, with several doctors on standby at all times.
He tried to enter the room but was