A private tutor

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“Did you need something, Yangxing?”

“Just a small favor. If you see Kakashi, please pass along a message.” Yangxing’s tone was calm. “There’s a boy named Tenzo. If Kakashi is willing to help, and wants to atone for what he’s done, ask him to help me restore Tenzo to normal.”

“All right. I’ll tell Kakashi.”

“That’s all I wanted to say.”

After parting with Rin Nohara, Yangxing left the Inuzuka compound. There was only one day left before the time he had arranged with the Fourth Hokage, and he needed to prepare.

He had intended to go home and pack, but as soon as he reached the street, he ran into someone unexpected.

Yangxing had never known that Hiashi Hyuga enjoyed taking walks. That alone would not have mattered, but unfortunately, Hiashi spotted him strolling along at his leisure.

Seeing Hiashi’s eyes light up as he approached, Yangxing immediately understood that he would not be getting away so easily.

Forcing a smile, he offered a greeting. “Good morning, Lord Hyuga.”

Hiashi was clearly coming straight toward him. There was no chance to avoid him now.

“It’s evening already!” Hiashi frowned and glanced at the sky in bewilderment.

Yangxing realized that it was indeed dark. He gave a few awkward laughs. “Ha-ha, just saying it in advance. In advance, that’s all. Well, if there’s nothing else, I’ll be—”

“Please wait.”

Unfortunately, leaving was no longer an option. With a solemn expression, Hiashi said earnestly, “Actually, I was wondering whether I might invite you to my home.”

“You really don’t have to go to so much trouble.”

“It’s no trouble. It happens to be dinnertime, and my wife should have everything ready. If you don’t mind joining