Hinata the big eater

"No, I won, you dead-last idiot."

Sasuke had never been fighting Naruto seriously to begin with.

Now, caught by his sneak attack, he thought of his brother and father and immediately lashed out in embarrassment and anger, knocking Naruto to the ground with a spinning kick.

Then he looked toward Yecheng and Hinata, his expression turning serious.

Yecheng is a formidable rival.

Hinata Hyuga isn't bad either.

But as an Uchiha, I won't lose. I'll make my brother and father acknowledge me!

Yecheng silently nodded as he countered Hinata's attacks.

The Hyuga Clan really are monsters. They've trained Hinata so well when she's only six. Her movements are crisp and clean, every strike aimed at an opening or chakra point. If she actually landed her chakra-point strikes, even I'd have a rough time.

If Hinata went all out against anyone else in class, they would have lost long ago.

But while Hinata had the Byakugan, Yecheng had the Six Eyes to help him, and in close combat, their perception surpassed even the Byakugan's.

The moment Hinata moved, Yecheng could predict her next attack by observing her chakra circulation and muscle movements. It was practically a cheat ability like Future Sight.

Coupled with the Taijutsu talent granted by his Shikotsumyaku Kekkei Genkai, Yecheng was ultimately far better than her.

But Yecheng did not seize his chances to attack her. Instead, he fed her moves, guiding her and helping her improve.

Hyuga Hiashi really is harsh in raising his children. Hinata is quite strong. Those three unfortunate kids probably managed to gang up on her and bully her earlier because of her personality.

Looks like that's where I'll have to start if I want to improve Hinata's affection for me and gain Fate Points.

School ended right after Taijutsu class.

Looking at Hinata panting with exhaustion before him, Yecheng smiled slightly and said, "Well done, Hinata. Come on, I'll treat you to ramen."

"Huh?"

After all that exercise, Hinata's blood was already pumping, her little face slightly flushed.

Hearing Yecheng's invitation now, she blushed bright red, all the way to her ears.

H-he invited me to eat with him. Is this a d-d-date?!

"What are you standing there for? Let's go."

Without concerning himself with her thoughts, Yecheng pulled her up.

"Thanks for the gift. I really like it."

Walking ahead, Yecheng suddenly spoke.

"Mm."

Hinata followed him with her head lowered, joy filling her heart.

I'm so glad he likes it.

Ichiraku Ramen Shop.

Yecheng had only just arrived with Hinata in tow when he spotted a green figure passing by upside down, supported on his hands.

Most people around them seemed used to it and ignored him, with only a few pointing and commenting.

"The last hundred laps! My youth is reaching its peak!"

He let out a howl, then continued onward, just like his Ninja Way: achieving extraordinary things through tremendous perseverance, always forging ahead.

Hinata jumped at his sudden shout and instinctively ducked behind Yecheng.

Yet inwardly, she envied him a little. If only she could be like that too, openly saying what was on her mind, poised and at ease.

Yecheng chuckled and, without saying anything more, led her into the shop.

It was mealtime, but fortunately, two seats were still free inside, and they sat down right away.

"Boss, ten bowls of ramen to start. We'll order more if that's not enough."

Yecheng called out directly.

Everyone was startled by his words.

The owner of Ichiraku Ramen lifted the curtain, looked at Yecheng's slightly pale face, and asked dubiously, "Ten bowls of ramen? Can you finish all that?"

Yecheng waved a hand with a smile, pointed at Hinata beside him, and said, "They're not for me. They're for her."

"Huh? Me?!"

Hinata had been wondering about it herself. She had never expected Yecheng to eat so much when he looked so sickly!

Yet it turned out he wanted her to eat them?

She hurriedly waved her hands and shook her head. "I... I can't finish that much."

"Don't worry. If I say you can finish it, you can."

Yecheng spoke with a cheerful smile.

In the original story, an adult Hinata had once eaten forty-six bowls of ramen in one sitting at Ichiraku Ramen, beating both Choji and Choza to claim the title of Konoha Glutton Champion!

So he was not worried in the slightest.

The owner of Ichiraku Ramen was getting a little angry. He thought a rival had sent Yecheng to mess with him.

"Kid, wasting food here has serious consequences. If she can't finish it, I'll charge you double!"

"Don't worry, boss."

Yecheng paid no mind at all to his threat.

"But since you put it that way, if we finish everything, shouldn't you offer something too?"

Seeing how confident he was, the owner was suddenly a little unsure of him.

"Sure. If you can finish it all, I'll give you half off."

"It's a deal."

"Haha, I've been selling ramen in this village for twenty years. Everyone here can be my witness."

The owner chuckled.

Seeing some entertainment unfold, the surrounding diners all spoke up, offering to act as witnesses.

Besides, they also wanted to see whether someone really could eat that many bowls of ramen in one sitting.

The owner knew his craft well, and the ten bowls of ramen were soon ready.

Yecheng took one of them and began eating slowly.

Beside him, Hinata steeled herself.

Yecheng saved me once before, and today in Taijutsu class, he helped me again when he saw I had no one to spar with. I have to help him win his bet with the owner!

Then, under everyone's stunned gazes, nine whole large bowls of ramen passed through her tiny cherry lips and into her stomach!

Not a single noodle remained!

Even Hinata herself was astonished!

Although she normally only ate until she was half full at home, she had never imagined her appetite was this big!

Yecheng asked with a cheerful smile, "Are you full? We can order more if you aren't. It's half price, after all. We won't get that next time."

"I... I've had enough..."

Hinata blushed again, steam rising from her head.

Honestly, Yecheng! I've eaten so much, and you're still asking whether I'm full. Aren't you just making me a laughingstock?

"Amazing..."

"Seriously, she's incredible!"

"..."

The surrounding diners all exclaimed in astonishment, deeply shocked, silently thinking they now had something new to talk about when bragging to others.

Apart from members of the Akimichi Clan, they had never seen anyone who could eat so much!

Even the ramen shop's owner was momentarily stunned.

He could not help looking at Hinata in shock. Where had such a small child put nine bowls of ramen?

Unbelievable!

Hearing Yecheng's words, the owner showed his forthright nature too.

He immediately laughed and said, "What are you saying, young man? I misjudged you. These ten bowls are on me, as an apology."

Yecheng smiled too. "In that case, thank you, boss. The ramen was delicious."

Only after chatting with the owner a little longer did he lead Hinata away.

They had barely reached the street when they saw a ninja from the Hyuga Clan watching them quietly with his pair of Byakugan.

"Young lady, it's time to go home."

"Uncle Xiao..."