Uchiha Hiko could tell from the little girl's reaction that many people must have snatched away the food she had worked so hard to get before. That was why her subconscious instinct made her act this way.
That tiny gesture alone was enough to break one's heart. It created an overwhelming urge to hold the little girl tightly and protect her properly.
So Uchiha Hiko made up his mind to take the little girl away. At the very least, he wanted her to live a good life. How could he bear to leave such a thriving city when there was a girl here living in such misery?
Besides, the girl looked to be only about the same age as Spinach. Spinach was a boy, so it did not matter if he endured wind and rain, but shouldn't girls this age be cherished in the palms of their parents' hands?
Uchiha Hiko truly could not bear to see the girl suffer like this, especially out on the streets. Spring, summer, and autumn were manageable, but if winter came, how would she withstand the bitter cold?
At that thought, Uchiha Hiko's nose stung. He could not imagine how someone could endure such a life day after day. Even he found it unbearable to think about, let alone a little girl.
"It's all right. Don't be afraid. I just want to give you a steamed bun. I bought two, and I already ate one. I ate at home too, so I'm a little full now and can't eat anymore. Here, you have it."
"Or if you don't like it, I can buy another one. We can eat together. I'm so lonely anyway, and no one eats with me. Why don't we eat together?"
Seeing the girl's frightened and flustered expression, Spinach seemed to