After finishing their meal, the two left the restaurant.
Night had fallen, and lanterns lit up along both sides of the street.
The night market was coming alive.
Vendors called out, children laughed, and couples whispered.
Genya looked at Hinata beside him.
"Want to look around?"
Hinata blushed and nodded.
They walked side by side through the crowd, like an ordinary couple.
As they passed a stall selling plush toys, Hinata's gaze lingered on a stuffed rabbit.
Genya noticed, paid for it without hesitation, and tucked it into her arms.
"Here."
Hinata hugged the plush toy, her face growing even redder.
"Th-thank you..."
Genya smiled and continued walking.
As they passed a ninja tool shop, something occurred to him, and he went inside.
"Do you have any elegant kunai for ladies?"
The shopkeeper paused, then eagerly began showing him around.
"Yes, yes, we do! This way, please!"
Genya selected a finely crafted little kunai with delicate patterns engraved on its handle.
Hinata asked curiously.
"Is this..."
"A gift for Hanabi."
Genya paid and put the kunai away.
Hinata looked at him, warmth welling up in her heart.
He really was so good to Hanabi...
They continued browsing, buying a few trinkets before finally heading toward the Hyuga Clan compound, laden with bags.
The Hyuga Residence.
In the courtyard, a tiny figure was practicing earnestly.
"Ha! Ha! Ha!"
Dressed in training clothes, little Hanabi threw punches and palm strikes with convincing form.
Hyuga Hiashi sat on the veranda, holding a teacup as he quietly watched his younger daughter practice.
Hearing footsteps, he turned his head.
Genya and Hinata entered the courtyard side by side.
Hiashi's eyes lit up, though his expression remained composed.
"You're back."
Hinata nodded.
"Father."
Genya greeted him with a smile.
"Good evening, Uncle Hiashi."
Then he looked