The two of them practiced all afternoon before Pakura finally managed to coat a weapon with her Scorch Release chakra, albeit barely.
Xuanhui found that strange. He had never expected teaching an adult to take more effort than teaching a child.
It seemed starting them young really was better.
"Come on, let's go out for a good meal."
"Okay!"
They both showered and changed into casual clothes.
"Brother Xuanhui, did you tell Uncle Kazekage I'm staying with you?"
"I told him you're safe and that he should carry on with his work. I'll take you to see him in a year."
"That's good..."
Pakura clasped her hands behind her back, her gaze occasionally sweeping over the streets around them.
"Feeling homesick?"
"I just don't want Uncle Kazekage to worry. I don't have a home in the Hidden Sand Village anymore."
Xuanhui let out a long breath, almost a sigh.
"Brother Xuanhui... you..."
"Full power of youth!"
Two green-clad beasts came charging from the distance, startling Pakura.
"Oh, if it isn't Mr. Xuanhui!"
Might Duy was supporting himself on both hands as he flashed Xuanhui a confident smile.
"Brother Xuanhui!"
Might Guy waved excitedly too. He was a little stronger than his father and could still support himself on one hand.
"Hey, long time no see!"
Pakura had never seen anything like this. She hurriedly ducked behind Xuanhui, leaving only half her head peeking out.
"Mr. Xuanhui, are you enjoying a youthful date with your sweetheart?"
"We're just taking a walk."
"Ah! How youthful! Guy! I'm adding another two hundred laps!"
"What? Then I'm adding three hundred!"
"You little brat! I'll add..."
"Hold on!"
Xuanhui hurriedly interrupted them. This spectacle was simply too terrifying for Pakura.
"Guy, come here. I have something for you."
Xuanhui took out a scroll and opened