Sunagakure's Unusual Movements!

"Got it."

Hikaru set down his wineglass speechlessly and sighed inwardly, not knowing how to complain. Fugaku Uchiha had actually lectured him because he'd been provoked. Was having children really that easy?

Besides, this kind of thing couldn't be rushed, could it?

Still, it had indeed been quite a while...

Hikaru had been with Tsunade and Uzumaki Kujou for years, yet there had been no news. The biggest issue was that all three of them were perfectly healthy.

Forget it. It depended on fate. Why think about all this mess? It would only add to his worries for nothing.

"Great Elder, take your time making the rounds. I still have matters to attend to in the Anbu, so I'll be leaving first." Hikaru disliked places like this. He would rather sit with a few companions, drink a little wine, and chat leisurely.

Besides, everyone became excessively respectful whenever they saw him, immediately putting on amiable smiles that made Hikaru feel uncomfortable.

"Go on." The Great Elder nodded calmly. He knew Hikaru had only come to show his face before leaving, so he did not try to keep him. Fugaku Uchiha, meanwhile, hoped Hikaru would leave soon so the banquet atmosphere could liven up a little.

Whether in terms of strength or status, Hikaru could no longer fit into their circle. If he stayed, he would only make them feel uneasy.

Without greeting anyone else—not even Fugaku Uchiha—Hikaru left Fugaku Uchiha's residence and headed toward the clan head's compound. The Anbu having business was complete nonsense; he simply did not want to remain in such a boring place.

Children~~~~

The Great Elder's advice had unexpectedly stirred a strange feeling within Hikaru.

Had he reached that age where he was bound to become more sentimental? Hikaru suddenly smiled self-mockingly, slapped his forehead,