The next morning.
After breakfast, Ye Fan arrived at the gates of the Hyuga Clan with two Ninja Hounds.
This time, he was not stopped. A man dressed as a servant led Ye Fan inside.
"Senior Ye Fan!"
Hanabi Hyuga's voice came from the corridor to one side.
Ye Fan stopped and looked toward the sound, just in time to see the petite and adorable Hanabi Hyuga running over with delight written across her face.
"Hanabi, did you know I was coming today?"
Ye Fan smiled. He had an indescribable fondness for the little girl before him.
"I only just heard about it. I still couldn't believe it was true."
Hanabi Hyuga ran straight up to Ye Fan, while the Little Squirrel on her shoulder poked its head out.
Woof woof woof woof!
The moment Dark Shadow spotted the Little Squirrel, he perked up and began bouncing around excitedly.
"Looks like Dark Shadow really missed White Cloud,"
Ye Fan remarked casually.
At that moment, the Little Squirrel on Hanabi Hyuga's shoulder could no longer hold back either. It jumped down and began another game of chase with Dark Shadow.
Hanabi Hyuga watched happily from the side.
"Is it alright for Dark Shadow to run around like that?" Ye Fan asked.
This was someone else's residence, after all. If there were any restricted areas, he ought to keep the dog under control.
"Don't worry, Senior Ye Fan. I'm watching him. Nothing will happen."
Hanabi Hyuga gave him a playful smile.
Ye Fan nodded and said,
"Hanabi, keep Dark Shadow company for a while. I need to go see your father now."
Hanabi Hyuga nodded obediently, then said very seriously,
"Senior Ye Fan, after you finish talking with my father, you have to come find me."
"Alright!"
Ye Fan agreed, habitually reaching