This is Proper Training

"Ahem, Hinata, get back into your starting stance. I'll help you fix it," Zeyu said.

"Okay," Hinata replied, taking a deep breath before settling back into the Gentle Fist starting stance.

Zeyu walked over to Hinata, crouched slowly beside her, and spoke.

"Hinata, I'm going to adjust your posture now. Even though I'm only moving you a few centimeters, please focus on feeling the changes. It will help with your training, so please trust me."

"Yes, alright Zeyu-kun, I'll do my best," Hinata answered.

Zeyu then reached out and began to touch Hinata's thighs, his hands searching over them.

Startled by the sudden sensation, Hinata flushed crimson, her heart racing as she became incoherent.

"E-e-e-eh? Zeyu-kun, what are you doing?"

"I'm sorry, Hinata. I know this might be embarrassing, but please focus on the changes. It's very important, and this way is more convenient," Zeyu said with a straight face.

"Yes, I understand."

Since Zeyu had put it that way, Hinata had no choice but to close her eyes and focus on the sensation.

The ticklish feeling on her legs made Hinata let out involuntary whimpers. Her head tilted back unconsciously, and beads of sweat appeared on her face, slowly trickling down her neck.

As Zeyu continued to touch her thighs and waist, he said, "The most important thing in martial arts is a stable base. With a stable base, both offense and defense become more efficient and rapid. Because men and women have different body structures, the training methods for the same style should also differ."

"For you, Hinata, you need to shift from using just your feet to using your entire lower body for power. That way, you can execute your moves better and faster."

"Mm," Hinata murmured, her eyes unfocused and her skin glistening with sweat. Her soft lips parted as she panted continuously.

Feeling the sensations from her lower body, she couldn't help but tremble, thinking to herself, Zeyu-kun's hands... they're so big... so warm... I can't... it feels like something is about to happen...

She tilted her head back further, her mouth opening slightly as she exhaled a hot breath, her gaze hazy.

After making a few more adjustments, Zeyu pulled his hands away, wiped the sweat from his forehead, stood up, and asked, "Hinata... are you okay?"

Before him, Hinata was drenched in sweat, her entire face flushed, her body trembling slightly, and her clothes soaked through.

Zeyu suddenly wondered if he had gone too far and scratched his head, feeling a bit awkward.

Hinata is still just a child!

Hearing Zeyu's question, Hinata snapped back to reality. After a moment to compose herself, she smiled and replied, "Yes, I'm fine. Thank you for your hard work, Zeyu-kun."

Her eyes were filled with such tenderness that it felt as if they were spinning silk as she looked at him.

Zeyu felt a sense of impending doom, thinking, Ah, this... oh no, oh no. I really overdid it. Did I break Hinata?

He then asked, "Hinata, do you want to take a break and try again later?"

Hinata shook her head gently and answered, "Mm, it's okay, I can keep going."

Taking a deep breath, she added, "Zeyu-kun, please step back a bit. I'm going to start."

Relieved, Zeyu took a few steps back.

Hinata steadied her mind, closed her eyes to digest the method Zeyu had taught her, and a moment later, the veins around her eyes bulged as she activated her Byakugan and struck out with a palm.

Noticing the clear difference, Hinata paused for a second, then beamed with joy and continued to execute other techniques.

With the change in how she generated power, the Gentle Fist felt effortless and fluid. As she grew more adept, she couldn't help but laugh.

Zeyu watched Hinata practicing happily and nodded with satisfaction.

Once she finished the set, Hinata couldn't contain her joy. She hurried over to Zeyu, bowed deeply, and said, "Zeyu-kun, thank you. The method you taught me is very useful. I feel like I can become much stronger."

Zeyu looked at the beaming girl before him and couldn't help but reach out to pat her head, saying, "Don't mention it, Hinata. I only offered a few small ideas; becoming stronger is something you have to do yourself."

Suddenly remembering how he had touched her earlier, he froze, pulled his hand back, and added, "I'm sorry, Hinata. I touched you like that earlier—you must have hated it. I'm truly sorry."

Hearing this, Hinata reached out, grabbed Zeyu's hand, and pressed it against her cheek. She tilted her head toward his hand, a blush appearing on her face as she said, "Mm-mm, Zeyu-kun helped me a lot. I'm really grateful to you, Zeyu-kun."

Zeyu felt his heart skip a beat at the sight, and his own face flushed.

Hinata paused for a moment before adding, "Also, Zeyu-kun's hands are very big and warm. I like them."

The atmosphere between them became incredibly intimate, as if the very air had turned sweet, and they both couldn't help but laugh.

"Eh?"

"Eh?"

Both of them voiced the same question in their hearts.

I-I-I-I-I-I, what am I saying? So embarrassing... but... Zeyu's hand... I really like it, Hinata thought.

Hinata is so proactive this time. She's even cuter, and I like her even more, Zeyu thought.

Just as the two were lost in their own little world, Sarutobi Hiruzen walked slowly toward the training ground, dressed in casual clothes and holding his pipe.

Watching the pair in the field, he didn't go over to disturb them immediately. Instead, he stood to the side, observing them closely, and thought:

Hmm? That girl, she's from the Hyuga clan, isn't she? Hiashi's eldest daughter? She seems to have a very close relationship with Zeyu. Could they be in love?

Thinking of this, Hiruzen felt much more at ease. If Zeyu were to marry into the Hyuga clan, he would be one of their own. After all, the Hyuga were a major clan in Konoha; if Zeyu were to do anything out of line, the Hyuga clan would be implicated, and Hinata would be no exception.

Zeyu realized something was off and felt a tightness in his chest when he spotted the old man outside the field. He thought:

Hmm? Is that Sarutobi Hiruzen? Why is he here? Could it be that he sent someone to monitor me?

He then turned his head and whispered to Hinata, "Hinata, that person outside the field seems to be the Third Hokage."

Hinata froze. She looked toward the Third Hokage, and upon confirming it was indeed him, she shyly hid behind Zeyu and whispered:

"Eh? Why is the Third Hokage here? Was he watching us just now? How embarrassing."

As she spoke, she covered her face and leaned against Zeyu's shoulder.

Zeyu looked at Hinata, feeling a sense of emotion.

Hinata seems to have become proactive without even realizing it. She's willing to be close to me now. Hehe, this is great.

He then said to Hinata:

"Hinata, the Third Hokage is probably looking for me. Why don't you head back first? I'll teach you something else tomorrow."

Hinata was a bit surprised to hear this and looked at Zeyu, saying:

"Eh? Why is the Third Hokage looking for you, Zeyu? Will you be alright?"

"Don't worry, Hinata, it'll be fine," Zeyu smiled at her and patted her head.

"Really?" Hinata asked, still a bit uneasy.

Zeyu took Hinata's hand, linked his pinky with hers, and said:

"Yeah, I promise. It's okay, just trust me, Hinata."

He then winked and leaned in close to whisper:

"I have some other ideas, even better than today's. I'll teach them to you tomorrow."

Hearing this, Hinata was momentarily stunned. Recalling how Zeyu had been touching her all over just a moment ago, her face slowly turned red.

Taking the opportunity, Zeyu lightly licked Hinata's ear. Hinata shuddered as if she had been electrocuted, letting out a soft whimper. She curled up, lowered her head, and covered her face with both hands, too shy to look at Zeyu, while white steam began to rise from her head.

Zeyu pressed his advantage, pulling Hinata into his arms and gently stroking her hair.

Feeling Zeyu's warmth, Hinata stopped caring about anything else. She reached her arms around his back, buried her head deep in his chest, and quietly inhaled his scent.

After a short while, she came to her senses. She pushed against Zeyu with both hands, turned her face away, and said softly:

"Um, the Third Hokage is probably still waiting for you. I'll head off first. See you tomorrow."

Zeyu smells so good, I almost lost myself for a second, Hinata thought. No, I can't make things difficult for him.

"Not staying for another hug?" Zeyu teased with a smile, gently gripping her arm.

Hinata looked at Zeyu, then quickly averted her gaze, not daring to meet his eyes. She steeled herself, turned around, placed her small hands over her chest, and said:

"N-no, you have business to attend to. Bye-bye."

Then, she bit her lip and whispered, "Let's hug again tomorrow..."

With that, she ran off.

Zeyu watched Hinata's retreating figure, feeling an itch in his heart like a kitten scratching at it. Hinata is just too cute. I really want to tease her, he thought, a grin plastered on his face.

On the other side, seeing that Hinata had left, the Third Hokage realized he could approach now and began walking slowly toward Zeyu.