The atmosphere in the room grew increasingly oppressive.
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, showed no intention of stopping them.
He sat there at ease, like a spectator.
Kurenai Yuhi wanted to reach out and tug Ye Fan back. Even she had to show Hyuga Hiashi some respect, and it would not be good for things to remain deadlocked like this.
But Hyuga Hiashi spoke first.
"You are braver than I imagined. Hanabi seems to admire you greatly."
"Hanabi is very talented. Unfortunately, she is being restricted by the Hyuga Clan," Ye Fan said.
Hyuga Hiashi fell silent for several seconds before asking, "Did you teach Hanabi that type of fist technique she uses?"
"Yes!"
Ye Fan answered readily this time.
After all, there was no way to hide this matter.
Besides, he had already decided that he would keep Hanabi Hyuga by his side and nurture her properly in the future. Naturally, he needed to reveal a little of his ability.
Hyuga Hiashi merely looked at Ye Fan. His gaze was no longer sharp, and after several more seconds, he spoke again.
"When you have time, I would like to speak with you alone."
"How about tomorrow? I will visit your residence," Ye Fan asked.
Hyuga Hiashi nodded and said nothing more.
"Teacher Kurenai Yuhi, I would like to take leave tomorrow as well," Ye Fan said to Kurenai Yuhi.
Kurenai Yuhi smiled helplessly.
"Come to think of it, I did not see Hanabi today. Has she been confined again?"
Ye Fan took the initiative to ask Hyuga Hiashi.
"She has much coursework to complete," Hyuga Hiashi answered.
"Hanabi is so young, yet she already has to shoulder so many responsibilities. I am curious, does the Hyuga Clan not have anyone else more suitable?"
Ye Fan's words truly gave Kurenai