Three months passed quietly.
The setting sun bathed Konoha in a warm golden-red glow, while the fragrance of dinner smoke drifted through the streets.
On a gravel path within the Uchiha Compound,
a figure strolled along unhurriedly, his dark robes swaying gently in the breeze.
It was Chiyo.
He had left the Land of Demons several days ago.
After spending two days in Rōran Town, he had finally returned to Konoha.
Today, he had specifically finished handling the Federation's affairs early. His Shadow Clone remained in the office to deal with routine documents, while his real body planned to pick up his two daughters himself.
The children were still young and naturally needed their parents. Their family education had to keep up as well.
When Chiyo arrived outside the courtyard where Uchiha Hikari and Izumi taught the children, it was just in time.
Seven or eight children of three or four rushed out through the gates. Their chattering filled the peaceful dusk with life.
"Father!!"
A clear childish voice rang out as a little girl with twin ponytails and star-bright eyes rushed toward him first.
It was Mirai.
Chiyo crouched down and caught his rushing daughter, the corner of his mouth unconsciously curving into a gentle smile.
The little one had grown quite a bit.
"What did you learn today?"
"Aunt Hikari taught us how to sense Chakra and the theory of throwing Kunai!"
Mirai excitedly gestured with her little hands before pointing behind her.
"Chiemi is still saying goodbye to Teacher."
Following the direction she pointed, Chiyo saw Chiemi respectfully bowing to Uchiha Hikari.
Chiemi had a calm temperament, her black hair cascading like a waterfall. Her features already carried traces of Mikoto Uchiha's gentle childhood appearance.
Only, she possessed a little more of the Uchiha Clan's depth.
Sensing