"So many books, Aoba-kun, is this where you usually study?", This was the first time Hinata had seen a room with so many books.
Bookshelves surrounded them, and they were all filled with books.
Sakura wasn't too surprised, because she often came here as well.
"Mm, this is Sensei's study," Aoba nodded, then curiously looked at Hinata, "The Hyuga clan's study must have even more books than this, right?"
Books were related to heritage, and with the Hyuga clan's long history, there must be countless books.
Hinata's face turned slightly red, and she spoke a little shyly, "I don't really like reading, so I haven't read much of the books at home. I'm not very sure."
Aoba didn't mind at all. It was a normal thought. Unless you were a medical ninja or studying sealing techniques, you didn't need to read that many books.
But he still gave a small piece of advice, "Reading is quite beneficial. It can broaden your horizons and help you learn a lot of new knowledge. Occasionally reading a bit is good for yourself too."
"Mm! mm! When I get back, I'll definitely read every day!", Hinata nodded seriously. Even though she hated reading, if it was her Aoba-kun's request, she would definitely do her best.
Seeing Hinata's serious expression, Aoba couldn't help but smile.
He patted Hinata's head, "It's not that serious. Just occasionally read something that interests you."
Hinata's face turned even redder, and she softly said, "I don't know what I'm interested in… Aoba-kun, could you help me pick?"
'I think you're only interested in Aoba,' Watching silently from the side, Sakura had already seen through everything and couldn't help but complain in her heart.
She felt that if Ino wasn't around, she might not be able to win against Hinata on her own.
Though Hinata seemed soft and weak, to many boys, especially someone like Aoba, she was very sharp and striking.
She easily triggered a boy's desire to protect.
This was a naturally gifted type of player, no matter how much Sakura tried to imitate, she could never compare.
Unfortunately, Aoba couldn't read minds. He had no way of knowing what Sakura was imagining beside him, nor did he know what kind of books Hinata was interested in.
So he simply followed his own thoughts, walked over to a bookshelf, carefully selected for a while, then took out two books.
He returned to Hinata's side and placed the two books in front of her, "This book is about key human organs and meridian system weak points. You can take a look and compare it to your Hyuga clan's Gentle Fist. Maybe there's something useful."
"And this one is about methods to nourish the body in daily life. I noticed your mom's health isn't great, maybe this can help a little."
Hinata's eyes sparkled slightly as she looked at the two books Aoba gave her, and she happily accepted them.
She didn't expect Aoba-kun to even notice her mother's poor health.
This kind of subtle concern from Aoba made Hinata even happier.
She gathered her courage and shyly said, "Aoba-kun… if there's something I don't understand, could you teach me?"
'Let Aoba teach her?', Sakura instantly became alert and couldn't help but lean toward Hinata, blocking between the two of them.
"Hinata, actually, I can teach you too," Sakura smiled brightly, "I've also learned quite a bit recently by following Lady Tsunade."
"Ah?", Hinata was momentarily stunned. She didn't expect Sakura to suddenly come over like this.
She just wanted to read books with Aoba-kun.
Before she could respond, Aoba pushed Sakura's face away a little, "Alright, you're still half-baked yourself, and you want to teach others?"
"I'm not just half-baked! Shizune-senpai said I'm already really good! It's only because you're too excellent that I seem average," Sakura pouted a little, clearly not too happy with Aoba's words.
"Okay, okay, just read quietly. Sensei is busy right now. If there's anything you don't understand, you can ask me," Aoba pinched Sakura's slightly flushed cheeks.
She was quickly appeased. Among the group, Sakura and Hinata were the easiest to cheer up.
As long as they could stay together, it was enough.
Even if there were one or two more people around, they could accept it.
The three of them huddled together reading books. Aside from the occasional soft question, the only sound left in the room was the rustling of pages turning.
No one knew how much time had passed when a knock came from the door.
Knock! Knock! Knock!
"Come in!", Aoba immediately responded.
At the moment, the only people who could be knocking were Tsunade or Hyuga Ayako. One was his teacher, and the other his future mother-in-law. Both needed to be treated seriously.
Click!
The door was gently pushed open, and Hyuga Ayako walked in.
"Sorry to interrupt," Her face always wore a gentle smile.
"Mom!", Hinata stood up and happily greeted her.
Clearly, unlike how she acted around her father, always maintaining a dignified and reserved demeanor, Hinata was much closer with her mother.
After all, Hyuga Hiashi always had a poker face. Who wouldn't be afraid?
Even Aoba was nervous the last time he met him.
"Aunt Ayako," Aoba also stood up.
Only Sakura hesitated after standing, not sure how to address her.
"Sakura, you can just call me Aunt Ayako too," Hyuga Ayako saw Sakura's awkwardness and comforted her.
"Aunt Ayako," Sakura immediately responded.
Hyuga Ayako smiled, "Sorry to bother you. Hinata, I'm heading home. Do you want to come with me?"
"Ah~ we're leaving already?", Hinata looked reluctant.
Aoba glanced over and said to Hyuga Ayako, "Aunt Ayako, how about letting Hinata stay and have lunch here?"
"This… would it be a bother? Hinata, she… she eats a bit much."
"It's no problem. I'm the one cooking lunch."
"What?", A look of surprise flashed across Hyuga Ayako's face. She didn't expect that in Lady Tsunade's house, a six-year-old boy would be the one cooking.
"Then we'll be in your care, Aoba-kun."
"Aunt Ayako, you're too polite," Aoba felt that dealing with people from these big clans, with all their rules, was honestly tiring.
Even for a small thing, they had to be overly polite for ages.
"Thanks, Mom," Hearing that she could stay, Hinata was also very happy.
"Then Hinata, make sure not to cause trouble for Lady Tsunade and the others."
Hyuga Ayako smiled at Hinata, then looked at Aoba, "Aoba-kun, can I have a private word with you?"
"With me?", Aoba pointed at himself, a little surprised.
"Mm," Hyuga Ayako nodded.
Aoba had a vague guess, it was probably about Hinata's origin.
"Alright."
Then, Hinata watched as Aoba walked out of the room together with her mother.
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