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Before heading to the Hidden Grass Village, Sasame had one more thing to do: attend the Hyuga clan's dinner party. After getting Sasame's consent, Hiashi Hyuga went all out. In less than a day, the news of the Hokage adopting a younger sister spread far and wide. Coinciding with Konoha Village's great victory over the Hidden Sand Village, there were already many ninja clans and ninjas eager to curry favor with Sasame. Therefore, upon receiving Hiashi Hyuga's invitation, they all agreed without hesitation. Some minor ninja clans that weren't invited even shamelessly showed up uninvited. Hiashi Hyuga didn't refuse; after all, his family was large and wealthy, and he wasn't afraid of gatecrashers.
"What a pity," Hizashi Hyuga opened the window, gazing at the lively scene outside, and sighed.
"Father, why do you say that?" Neji Hyuga noticed the sigh in his tone and asked.
"If only you had an older or younger sister," Hizashi Hyuga turned his head, saw Neji Hyuga's odd expression, and after a slight pause, said, "I spoke out of turn." He was actually overly envious of Hinata Hyuga and Hanabi Hyuga's treatment. One was the Hokage's disciple, the other the Hokage's adopted sister. In contrast, Neji Hyuga gained absolutely no benefits. If Hizashi Hyuga hadn't become the Hokage's advisor, the Branch House's days would probably be even harder.
"Hanabi, who was supposed to be branded with the Caged Bird Seal as a branch member, has now escaped her fate," Neji Hyuga said after a moment of silence. "So-called fate is truly so fragile in the face of power."
Hizashi Hyuga was startled. Since childhood, his son had been unwilling to accept his Branch House status. But because he couldn't resist the Caged Bird Seal, he often lamented his fate, seeming somewhat resigned. He hadn't expected Hanabi Hyuga's encounter to give him a different kind of realization.
"Indeed," Hizashi Hyuga's gaze deepened. "The Main House is not supreme. Faced with the Hokage, they still show humility. So, Neji, strive to become stronger."
"Yes," Neji Hyuga nodded. "If I am valued by Hokage-sama, I won't need to fear the Caged Bird Seal anymore." Speaking of this, he suddenly thought of Hinata Hyuga again. This Main House young lady had said she wanted to change the Caged Bird Seal. He wondered if she would actually do it?
In a nearby room. Hanabi Hyuga was a little annoyed, asking, "Why do I have to wear a kimono? It's so troublesome!"
Rinna Hyuga stroked her head. "Today is a very important day, so you must wear a kimono."
"But... what's so important?" Hanabi Hyuga asked, a little confused. "I already call Big Brother Sasame."
"You called him 'Big Brother' before because of his age, but now it's different," Rinna Hyuga's lips curved into a smile, and she asked softly, "From now on, you and Sasame will be family, understand?"
"Family?" Hanabi Hyuga slipped her arms into the kimono sleeves and asked, "Does that mean he's your son now?"
Rinna Hyuga was startled, suddenly realizing that she was right. Sasame was taking Hanabi as his adopted sister. He naturally became her adopted son. Adding even more kinship. Rinna Hyuga chuckled lightly. "You could say that."
"Hmm... alright then," Hanabi Hyuga nodded. "It's not bad having him as my brother, since he often brings me food." Rinna Hyuga couldn't help but shake her head. She was truly in a fortunate situation without realizing it. Being Sasame's adopted sister, who knew how many people dreamed of that? And she was only reluctantly agreeing because she would get food. Rinna Hyuga tied her sash and made a butterfly knot. "Let's go out."
Most of the guests had already arrived. But Sasame hadn't. He was the main event.
"Sister!" Hanabi Hyuga immediately let go of Rinna Hyuga's hand and ran to Hinata Hyuga. Like her, she was also wearing a kimono. But Hinata's was white, while Hanabi's was light yellow.
"Hanabi, don't be naughty today," Hinata Hyuga said softly.
"I've always been well-behaved!" Hanabi Hyuga's face showed dissatisfaction, and she asked, a little wronged, "Sister, I'm your biological sister, why do you always care more about Big Brother Sasame?"
Hinata Hyuga opened her mouth, a little afraid to meet her gaze. After a moment, she weakly said, "N-no, I care about you more." Hmm, she didn't even believe that herself.
"Hmph, lying!" Hanabi Hyuga put her hands on her hips and pouted. "Don't think you can lie to me just because I'm young!"
Hinata Hyuga wanted to say more but didn't know what to say.
"Hanabi," Rinna Hyuga stepped forward in time, intervening. "The dinner party is about to start. There's a lot of your favorite food today." Hanabi Hyuga's expression immediately broke, and she started smiling. She grabbed Hinata Hyuga's hand and walked towards the main hall. Rinna Hyuga smiled, feeling quite pleased. With Sasame present, the two sisters wouldn't fall out over the Caged Bird Seal.
But where some were happy, others were not. Besides Hiashi Hyuga's family, the Main House also included the Elder's family. In the original story, during the incident where Hinata Hyuga was kidnapped by the Hidden Cloud Village, an elder had appeared. It was he who suggested that Hizashi Hyuga die in place of Hiashi Hyuga.
"Elder," the Main House guard, Hyuga Ko, knelt. "All the major ninja clans and all the Jonin have arrived. The Clan Head asks if you would like to come out and see?"
"See?" The elderly man snorted coldly. "This is your Clan Head's way of showing me who's boss."
Hyuga Ko immediately broke out in a cold sweat and dared not speak.
"Hiashi, I was the one who put him in power back then," the elder, Hyuga Hyo, said with a gloomy expression. "But I didn't expect him to disregard the Hyuga clan's rules so much after becoming Clan Head." When Hanabi Hyuga was three years old, he had proposed that she be branded with the Caged Bird Seal. Hiashi Hyuga, however, said he hadn't chosen an heir yet and needed more time. Hyuga Hyo tentatively believed his excuse. But as Hinata Hyuga became Sasame's student, he brought it up again. Because being the Hokage's disciple almost guaranteed her the position of Clan Head. This would achieve the greatest effect. However, Hiashi Hyuga still said he hadn't chosen. Hyuga Hyo immediately understood that he was unwilling for Hanabi Hyuga to be branded with the Caged Bird Seal. And now he had even staged this act of adopting a sister.
Hyuga Ko trembled with fear. He couldn't afford to offend either of them, so he could only remain silent.
"Go tell Hiashi that the Hyuga clan's rules of a thousand years cannot be broken because of an outsider," Hyuga Hyo said firmly. "As Clan Head, he should uphold the rules even more."
"Yes!" Hyuga Ko quickly rose and left.
At this moment, Hiashi Hyuga was happily greeting guests. He hadn't been so happy in a long time. No matter who came, they showed him respect, which he found quite enjoyable. Although he knew everyone was showing respect for Sasame's sake, it was still very satisfying. And it had also resolved a major worry of his for the past few years: the Caged Bird Seal issue. After this, Elder Hyuga Hyo probably won't bring it up again, right?
"Clan Head." Hyuga Ko appeared behind him.
"What did the Elder say?" Hiashi Hyuga turned around, looking at him, his smile growing even wider.
"He said that the Hyuga clan's rules cannot be violated," Hyuga Ko hesitated for a few seconds before speaking. Hiashi Hyuga's smile immediately froze. This old man, why is he so rigid? Actually, traditionally speaking, he was right. But Homo sum, humani nihil a me alienum puto. Hiashi Hyuga was unwilling to see Hanabi Hyuga branded with the Caged Bird Seal.
"You may leave," he waved his hand. Hyuga Ko secretly breathed a sigh of relief and immediately disappeared. Hiashi Hyuga's gaze deepened, a hint of coldness in his eyes. Earlier, he had already been quite displeased with Hyuga Hyo. But bound by the rules, he dared not say anything. Now, it was different; he had Sasame's backing. If Hyuga Hyo truly wanted to challenge him, he wasn't afraid.
"Hyuga Clan Head," a pleasant and gentle voice rang out.
"Mikoto, long time no see," Hiashi Hyuga's attitude softened. "Rinna said she's wanted to chat with you for a long time. Now she finally has the chance." Saying so, he looked at Sasuke Uchiha beside Mikoto Uchiha. He was Hinata Hyuga's teammate and also Sasame's disciple. "This must be Sasuke, right?" Hiashi Hyuga praised him. "He's indeed a talented young man."
"Hyuga Clan Head, you flatter him," Mikoto Uchiha smiled, clearly quite pleased. She was about to have Sasuke Uchiha greet him when a familiar chuckle came from behind.
"Uncle Hiashi, and Aunt Mikoto," Sasame walked forward and asked, "Why are you chatting at the entrance?"
"Teacher," Sasuke Uchiha bowed slightly. Hiashi Hyuga noticed this scene and couldn't help but feel a little emotional. Just now, Sasuke Uchiha had completely ignored him. It was as if he didn't care about him, the Clan Head. However, he could understand. Young and reckless. Coupled with Sasame's connection, Hiashi Hyuga didn't delve deeper.
"Hokage-sama, please go first."
"No need to be polite; you are my elder," Sasame waved his hand. Although Hiashi Hyuga knew he was just being polite, he felt deeply gratified and proud at this moment.
The few of them entered the main hall.
"Hokage-sama!" Almost everyone stood up and called out. The scene was quite magnificent. Sasame nodded. He followed Hiashi Hyuga to the head table.
"Big Brother," Hanabi Hyuga dutifully called out. Compared to before, dropping "Sasame" made it sound even more intimate.
"Everyone, please be seated," Sasame smiled as he scanned the room, his gaze finally resting on Tsunade. Since she was at home, she had arrived at the banquet early. At this moment, she had already finished a chicken leg. She seemed quite unrestrained. But her high status meant no one dared to stop her.
"Hokage-sama, please say a few words," Hiashi Hyuga had always been quite particular about rules and etiquette. The protagonist of this dinner party was Sasame. He naturally knew what to do.
"There's nothing much to say," Sasame turned to the crowd and said, "Today, I have gained a younger sister, Hanabi. I hope everyone will look out for her in the future." Aside from Orochimaru, almost all of Konoha Village's upper and middle echelons were present. It had to be said, Hiashi Hyuga was very dedicated. Of course, Sasame played a larger role in this.
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