"I see."
Kiyoshi nodded.
Looking at Kiyoshi 's sensible appearance, Mikoto continued, "There are other girls in the clan. Kiyoshi, you just don't go out enough. You never leave the house except for missions, so naturally, you don't get to know any girls."
Mikoto had only seen some of Kiyoshi's classmates come to find him.
As for other girls of the same age, Mikoto hadn't seen anyone come looking for him.
It seemed like there was only one such person, Hazuki in the clan.
However, Hazuki seemed to have an ambiguous relationship with someone from another clan, and she was only slightly younger than her, much older than Kiyoshi.
"Okay."
Kiyoshi listened to Mikoto's comforting words and nodded as if he were serious.
How gentle, Mikoto-nee.
The pupil power in Kiyoshi's eyes was rising.
A woman like this would indeed make a good wife.
"Then I won't disturb you any longer, Mikoto-nee."
Kiyoshi chatted for a while and then bid farewell.
Haste makes waste.
He only needs to subtly elevate his position little by little when Mikoto is feeling down.
How could an unromantic cuckold compare to a honey-tongued blonde… oh, no, a black-haired guy.
Mikoto didn't notice the hidden smile on Kiyoshi's lips.
l At this moment, her heart was still in a mess.
"Thank you for the dango." Mikoto expressed her thanks.
Eating sweets in this kind of environment is a luxury.
"If Mikoto-nee likes it, I'll bring more next time."
Kiyoshi paused, said, and then left.
"That child…"
In the past, Mikoto only thought of Kiyoshi as someone who was a little afraid of her, but very hardworking and motivated.
Now she discovered that he also had a gentle side.
…
In a bathroom
Whirr!
The sound of showering water came out.
Before long, Natsu changed out of her combat suit's tight pants and put on a short skirt.
This place was in the rear, not as strained as the front lines.
So, in reality, it was just a bit more serious than usual, but not as strict in other aspects.
After finishing their work, the ninjas would each find a place to rest.
"This dress…"
Natsu wore a plain black top and a short skirt that reached her knees.
Last time, Kiyoshi had clearly revealed such a burning gaze towards her.
As she grew older, Natsu fully understood the meaning of that gaze.
What made her palpitate was a certain guess in her heart.
She suspected that towards even Ginka, Kiyoshi also…
Thinking of this, Natsu quickly shook her head and dried her hair with a handkerchief.
Such things were just guesses.
Ginka was the part of the main family of the Hyuga clan. In other words, her status was comparable to an elder in the Uchiha clan.
How many people were there in the main family?
How many people did they account for in the Hyuga clan?
Natsu didn't think Kiyoshi would be so presumptuous with someone of such a prominent status.
"Natsu, what's with you today…"
Tetsu wiped the sweat from his forehead. He had just carried several large boxes of supplies, and was extremely tired.
He was just about to find some water to drink when he saw Natsu standing not far away, looking delicate and charming.
The corner of the plain-colored short skirt was lifted by the breeze.
This scene made him feel as refreshed as drinking sweet mountain spring water. He felt invigorated.
When Natsu dressed up, she was truly as beautiful as a celestial maiden.
The simple and unadorned Tetsu could only think of such a description.
"What's wrong, Tetsu?"
Natsu asked, turning her head.
"What I wanted to say was, Natsu, you look so beautiful today."
Tetsu's face flushed red, and he barely managed to say these words.
Immediately after saying it, Tetsu felt regret. He was afraid that he had been too presumptuous and frightened Natsu.
"Is that so?"
Instead of feeling happy about being praised, Natsu felt a deep sadness.
Wasn't she dressing up like this for Kiyoshi ?
If it weren't for the mess that Ginka had made, why would she have to sacrifice herself again and again?
Unfortunately, the main family could really do whatever they wanted to the branch family.
Casually activating the Caged Bird Curse Seal could cause the branch house member unbearable pain.
Therefore, no one in the clan dared to be rude to the main family. Even Hizashi was respectful to other members of the main family.
"Yeah, yeah."
Tetsu didn't see the small emotions hidden in Natsu's eyes and foolishly expressed his opinion.
The Hyuga clan haa very strict rules. Men and women need to maintain a certain distance, otherwise, people will gossip.
Apart from Natsu, who he had played with since childhood, Tetsu rarely talked to other Hyuga women. His experience was very shallow.
In such a repressed environment, Natsu was like a butterfly fluttering gracefully, stirring Tetsu's heart.
"I'm leaving first."
Natsu bid farewell politely and walked towards Kiyoshi's tent.
The Hyuga clan and the Uchiha clan had merged their rear strongholds, dividing them into two areas.
However, in order to exchange information, people from both clans were constantly coming and going.
Natsu walked towards the Uchiha area.
"Still smiling foolishly."
Homura patted Tetsu's shoulder. He hated how this kid wasn't living up to his potential.
Back when they were in class, Kiyoshi, who had transferred in, was able to have girls all over him. Rin was looking for him, and so was Kurenai.
Was Tetsu just being a simp?
As he saw it, to pursue a woman, you have to take the initiative. Tetsu's emotional intelligence was too low.
Homura said, "Natsu went to find Kiyoshi, right?"
"Natsu is looking for him?" Tetsu frowned.
What could Natsu be seeing Kiyoshi for now?
Natsu and Kiyoshi should have come to an agreement back then.
"Who knows?"
Homura spread his hands and walked away carrying his water bag. He had to fetch some water to bring in.
Tetsu's expression was uncertain. He didn't trust Kiyoshi much.
He had killed so many people in the Chunin Exams with a cold face.
How could such a person be any good?
The bad premonition in his heart grew stronger.
"Hey, you haven't met your quota for today's mission."
Ginka wore a green ninja vest, which accentuated her full figure. Her smooth forehead was flat and without any markings.
Tetsu didn't dare to look too much and quickly lowered his head.
Tetsu said, "Ginka-sama, I want to rest for a while first. I need to go…"
"Rest? You can only rest after you're done. Homura has already completed today's goal, and you're still slacking off here." Ginka frowned.
This group of branch house members are lazy if they aren't watched.
Tetsu couldn't express his bitterness and could only nod aggrievedly, feeling anxious in his heart as he went to carry supplies.
It just so happened that it was his turn to be on duty today, and there was a pile of new supplies waiting to be transported.