Before long, Hinata came jogging over. She slowed while she was still some distance from the entrance, caught her breath before coming inside, and obediently bowed in greeting.
Chapter 687: Sensing Something
When Hyuga Hiashi saw his child approach, the smile on his face faded slightly. He beckoned to her. "Hinata, come here!"
His tone was much colder than it usually was when he mentioned Hinata in front of outsiders, and the happiness on her face visibly dimmed.
Uchiha Yin looked helpless at the sight, but this was ultimately a family matter. Even as Hokage, he had no right to interfere.
With that in mind, he said nothing and simply watched from the side. When he turned his head slightly, he saw Samui behind him gazing intently at Hinata, her eyes full of tenderness.
Uchiha Yin smiled to himself at the sight. Samui was unexpectedly fond of children.
Samui did not notice Uchiha Yin watching her at all. She simply felt deeply relieved to see Hinata appear before her, lively and full of energy.
She was very grateful that, in the end, this child had not died because of her.
Hinata stopped in front of Hyuga Hiashi, looking a little nervous. In a quiet voice, she asked, "Father, did you need something?"
Hyuga Hiashi lifted his gaze slightly toward Uchiha Yin, who was seated opposite him. "Lord Hokage personally risked his life to rescue you yesterday. Have you thanked him yourself?"
Hinata immediately understood what her father meant. She bowed to him, then turned and approached Uchiha Yin.
She obediently knelt and bowed deeply. "Thank you for saving my life, Lord Hokage. From now on, I will devote myself completely to Konoha!"
Uchiha Yin was somewhat taken aback by her words. After all, she was still so young, yet she