Under everyone's gaze, Hinata returned to Uchiha Yao's side.
She bowed slightly and said in a low voice, "Master, I didn't disgrace you."
"Mm, you did very well."
Hinata now possessed both the strength and will to stand on her own.
Uchiha Yao patted Hinata on the shoulder.
"Go sit with Naruto and get some rest."
"Yes."
Hinata went over and sat beside Naruto.
Naruto immediately leaned in excitedly, his face full of starry-eyed admiration.
"Senior Sister! You were incredible! What was that last move called? It looked so cool! It was like... like countless hands beating people up!"
Naruto's limited vocabulary only allowed him to describe it in the simplest terms.
Hinata burst into laughter at his words.
Meanwhile, Hyuga Hiashi and the elders finally recovered from their immense shock.
Hyuga Hiashi hurried over to Uchiha Yao and gave him a deep bow.
His posture was more respectful than ever before.
"Hokage-sama! It... it was I who failed to recognize greatness! The Hyuga Clan failed to recognize greatness!"
The Hyuga Clan had finally produced an heir truly capable of carrying the Main Family's banner!
"If not for Hokage-sama's careful guidance, that child Hinata would likely... sigh!"
Hyuga Hiashi let out a heavy sigh, his face full of regret.
The surrounding elders hurriedly echoed him.
"That's right! The Hyuga Clan will never forget Hokage-sama's guidance!"
"Lady Hinata is exceptionally gifted, and now she has received Hokage-sama's instruction. Her future achievements will be limitless!"
"For the Hyuga Clan to have such an heir is truly the family's fortune!"
For a time, flattery and praise filled the air without end.
Uchiha Yao listened quietly.
Only after they had said nearly enough did Uchiha Yao speak.
"Now you understand her value?"
Embarrassment appeared on Hyuga Hiashi and the others' faces.
Uchiha Yao's gaze