Joyous Occasion

Because in their minds, growing up means becoming stronger and becoming a more formidable ninja.

However, in the minds of parents, they wish for their children to remain children forever, happy and carefree.

But a fledgling will eventually grow full feathers and leave the nest alone to soar across the sky.

Torifu had long since prepared himself for this moment.

The group moved quickly, and it took them ten minutes to return to the Kumonaka Clan.

After entering the courtyard, they still did not see Amado, who was likely still in the Laboratory in the back researching the Bicycle.

Torifu couldn't be bothered to look for him; it was late, and it was time to rest.

Minato and the others all returned to their respective rooms to sleep, as tomorrow would be the last day of the year.

It was also time to hold the Spring Festival activities, so they all had to wake up early.

The next morning at seven o'clock, Torifu woke up from his sleep.

Uchiha Chirori was still sleeping beside him; she had been busy all afternoon yesterday, and combined with the late hour, she was exceptionally exhausted.

Torifu did not disturb her, tip-toeing to the washroom to freshen up before leaving the room.

In the courtyard, Minato was already up, going through his routine morning exercises.

"Big Brother, are you awake? Was I too loud?"

Torifu waved his hand: "No, I just couldn't sleep. You keep practicing; it can't be heard inside the house."

Minato was relieved, as Torifu usually didn't wake up until eight, which was why he had asked.

Not long after, Yahiko and Konan also woke up and joined the morning exercises with great familiarity.

"Kaiyuan shouldn't be coming today. After all, we need to prepare for the Spring Festival, and