After Tsunade and Shizune left, the Hyuga Clan Compound returned to its usual tranquility.
Hyuga Hiashi sat upright in the Main House Study, clan affairs dossiers spread out before him, but his gaze was somewhat vacant.
The words Tsunade said before leaving echoed in his mind, along with what Hinata mentioned—that her food could "stabilize the Foundation and strengthen the Physique."
As the Hyuga Clan Chief, he knew all too well the importance of "Foundation" to a Ninja, especially for a child with good talent like Hanabi.
A solid Foundation meant a higher ceiling in the future, smoother Breakthroughs, and even a slight extra chance of survival in brutal battles.
In the past, he could only build a Foundation for Hanabi through the most orthodox Cultivation, medicinal baths, and some gentle Family secret methods, which were slow and limited in effect.
But the food Hinata made... actually had such miraculous effects?
He recalled Hanabi's recent changes; his younger daughter was indeed more energetic than before, and her Chakra control was becoming increasingly refined. He had originally thought it was due to her own hard work and talent, but now it seemed her "mooching meals" at her sister's place played no small part.
Hiashi's fingers unconsciously tapped on the desk.
He used to feel that Hinata carried great secrets and pressure and needed to Cultivate in peace, while Hanabi was in a critical period for Foundation-building and learning, so she shouldn't disturb her sister too much.
So, while he allowed the sisters to be close, he subconsciously limited the frequency of Hanabi visiting Hinata, fearing it would delay them both.
But now, his thinking had changed.
What if going to Hinata's wasn't a "delay," but rather a "Cultivation aid" of great benefit to Hanabi? What if every bite of that delicious food was paving the way for Hanabi's future?
Then what was there to hesitate about?
Being pragmatic was one of Hyuga Hiashi's important traits as Clan Chief. When he discovered a path clearly beneficial to the Family and his daughter, he would adjust his strategy without hesitation.
Besides, what was wrong with the two sisters staying together to bond?
"Someone, come," Hiashi called out in a deep voice.
A clansman entered respectfully.
"Go tell Hanabi," Hiashi instructed, "From today on, as long as she completes her daily fixed Cultivation and studies, she can go see her sister during her remaining time without needing special permission. As long as she doesn't disturb Hinata, let her be."
A flash of surprise crossed the clansman's eyes, but he quickly lowered his head and replied, "Yes, Clan Chief."
When the news reached Hanabi's ears, the young girl was practicing Gentle Fist against a Wooden Dummy. Hearing this, she froze for a moment, and then those Byakugan, so similar to her sister's, instantly lit up as if stars had fallen into them.
"Eh? Really? Father really said that? I can go see Sister anytime?"
Hanabi almost jumped for joy, her small face filled with uncontrollable excitement. Before, although she could go, she always felt she had to watch the time, fearing her father would be unhappy if she went too often, and also fearing she might actually disturb her sister.
Now, Hanabi felt like she had received a permanent visa to a happy planet.
She immediately stopped her stance, not even bothering to wipe her sweat, and rushed toward Hinata's courtyard like a cheerful fawn.
"Sister! Sister!"
Hinata was in the quiet room, gently feeding the snake egg. The three Clones were "watching" from the side as usual.
Clone B held a virtual clipboard, analyzing seriously: "The absorption speed is a bit faster. At this rate, it should hatch very soon."
Clone A provided the voiceover from the side.
"O sleeping snake egg, have you felt your master's call? Quickly absorb this Spiritual Energy and evolve! Haji-egg!"
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