After arranging the trivial matters, Hinata Kaze once again became a hands-off manager.
He didn't completely relax; instead, he joined Kurenai and the others on patrol missions, conducting reconnaissance around the outskirts of Konoha.
In the early morning forest, the waning moon was faint, and a gentle breeze was blowing. Hyuga Kaze and Kurenai walked side by side under the dappled shadows of the trees.
Hongdou muttered to herself, glancing around warily from time to time.
Hong suddenly turned her head and carefully examined Hinata Kaze, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
"I feel like you've changed a lot lately. Your skin looks better, and you're more beautiful."
Kurenai looked at Hinata Kaze and said softly, a blush rising on her face. What she didn't say was that her physical strength and figure had also improved.
Hinata Kaze smirked and looked helplessly at Kurenai, who was covering her mouth. "The word 'beautiful' is used to describe women! I'm still developing, isn't it normal for my body to change a little?"
Kurenai nodded in agreement: "You're right, changes are normal. Just don't let it become like Konoha, increasingly unfamiliar."
Kurenai’s voice revealed a hint of weariness and emotion, indicating that she felt unfamiliar and panicked about the recent turmoil in Konoha.
Hinata Kaze stopped and stared at Kurenai. "The tide of the times is unstoppable. There may be even greater changes in the future. Perhaps, even the dead will be brought back to life."
He added in his mind, "Besides someone like me who can lead the tide, who can stop the changes in this world?"
Hong thought Hinata was joking to ease her emotions, so she smiled and rolled her eyes at him before walking quickly forward, murmuring in a barely audible voice, "I hope we won't suddenly become so estranged."
Her voice was slightly fearful and tired.
Hinata Kaze heard this and recalled their time together, which touched him deeply. He realized that aside from accompanying her shopping and training, he only ever sought out Kurenai at night and never properly provided her with emotional support.
"Perhaps I should make it up to Kurenai," Hinata Kaze thought.
After the patrol mission ended and they returned to Konoha, Anko, who had been a little sulky the whole way, grabbed Kurenai and rolled her eyes at Hyuga Kaze.
"You go back by yourself. Hong and I are going to relax at the hot springs. No men allowed!"
Without waiting for their reaction, he grabbed Hong and disappeared quickly.
Hinata Kaze chuckled to himself, wondering if he and Kurenai had been too focused on communicating while on patrol, neglecting Anko and causing her to be upset.
Well, this is a good opportunity to surprise Hong.
A few hours later, Hinata Kaze waited for Kurenai Yuhi's return at her home, while closing his eyes to ponder and comprehend Baguazhang.
He put a lot of thought into giving Kurenai a surprise today. In addition to buying some vegetables at the Konoha market, he also used the Flying Thunder God Technique to bring back freshly caught seafood from the Land of Snow.
Braised lion's head meatballs, sweet and sour pork ribs, and sashimi—six plates of delicious food were laid out on the table. Each dish exuded an enticing aroma, as if telling his heartfelt story.
To achieve the most dreamlike effect, Hinata Kaze put a lot of thought into the venue setup.
At the center of the table was a freshly picked, vibrant rose, its petals still glistening with dewdrops.
The room was projected with a dreamlike scene of clouds and stars, with the bright moon hanging high on the roof and stars twinkling on the walls. It was a photo taken by Hyuga Kaze himself from a high altitude.
The overall environment looks like a dreamy and cozy fairy tale.
Click! At that moment, Hong opened the door and returned. Upon going upstairs and seeing the strange scene inside the room, Hong's first reaction wasn't感动 (moved/touched), but rather to take a few steps back.
"Illusion Release"
Hinata Kaze looked at Kurenai with amusement, and only after Kurenai finished her actions did he emerge from behind the door. "Kurenai, there's no illusion magic here. It's me."
After confirming that she hadn't been under a genjutsu and seeing Hinata Kaze appear, Kurenai finally felt relieved.
What brings you here?
"Of course, it's to be with the woman I love," Hinata Kaze gazed at Kurenai with deep affection.
A charming blush appeared on Hong's cheerful and radiant face. Her relationship with Hinata Kaze was more like that of family, naturally integrated into their lives. She rarely uttered such touching words of love.
Turning her head, Hong finally had the mind to carefully examine the room's layout. She was quickly stunned by the dreamlike scene and covered her mouth in disbelief as she looked at Hinata Kaze.
Hinata Kaze smiled and nodded at Kurenai.
Red's beautiful eyes quickly welled up with glistening tears, a captivating smile spread across her lips, and she rushed forward to throw herself into Hinata Kaze's arms, holding him tightly.
Hinata Kaze hugged Kurenai tightly, gazing quietly at her face, which was as beautiful as a peach blossom in spring, his eyes full of doting and cherishing.
The two remained silent, enjoying the warm feeling of embracing under the bright moon and stars.
After a while, Hong Song released Hyuga Kaze, walked to the dining table, and carefully picked up a few bites of each dish to taste.
How does it taste?
Hinata Kaze's confidence in his cooking skills couldn't compare to his actual ability. In his previous life, he could only cook some home-style dishes. Today, he was focusing on creating an atmosphere and offering novel dishes.
Her smile deepened. "It's fantastic. I had no idea you had such great skills."
Back beside Hinata Kaze, Kurenai looked at him playfully, "How many things are you still hiding from me? You're suddenly being so nice to me today, do you feel like you did something to wrong me? Did you really get together with Anko?"
Hinata Kaze smiled bitterly upon hearing this. He was about to explain when Kurenai gently pressed her finger against his mouth.
Her red fingers were soft and delicate, just like her heart.
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