Naruto: Limit Breaker-Chapter 49: Family Concern

Chapter 49: Family Concern

They didn't stay in the study long—just about half an hour—before Ryosuke had clearly laid out the mission details.

"Father, I won't be having dinner at home tonight," he said, rising from his chair. "I forgot to bring any gifts for Hinata this time. I'm going to pick her up from school and take her out to eat as a make-up."

If this had come from a kid who hadn't even started elementary school, it might've sounded strange.

But in this world, it was perfectly normal.

Across from him, Hiashi Hyuga hesitated, then tried to offer a suggestion. "The chef's cooking here isn't any worse than what you'll get outside."

Ryosuke chuckled as he tucked the chair back under the table. "True, but you can eat at home anytime. Eating out feels more like a gift—or a surprise."

"...Alright," Hiashi finally said, giving in. "Before you leave, tell Aliang not to prepare too much food tonight."

"Got it," Ryosuke nodded, then turned to leave after bidding his father goodbye.

With Souji and Hoshicai by his side, he exited the study and stepped into the courtyard.

Almost immediately, Souji—who had clearly been debating whether to say something—finally spoke up.

"Master Ryosuke, did you forget something?"

Beside him, Hoshicai looked just as puzzled.

"I'll find time to report the Uchiha situation to Father later," Ryosuke replied casually, then added, "But for now, do either of you know any clan members who've shown skill in medical ninjutsu? Someone trustworthy, ideally with a good reputation with the main family."

He extended a hand. "Let me have the scroll."

Souji reached into his pack and handed over a sealed scroll. "Hoshicai probably knows more than I do. He's been learning some medical ninjutsu himself."

"Medical ninja, huh..." Ryosuke muttered, looking toward Xingcai.

He hesitated, then gave a small bow. "I'm sorry, Master Ryosuke. No one comes to mind immediately. Would you mind giving me a little time to think it over?"

"Of course," Ryosuke nodded, accepting the scroll. "Think it through and find people who are both capable and trustworthy. Don't limit it to just one—make me a list."

"Yes, Master Ryosuke," Hoshicai replied respectfully.

"You two should get some rest," Ryosuke added with a small smile. "You've been out for days. Time to go home, see your families. I'll be fine here in the village. If anything happens, I can handle it."

He gave them a brief wave. "Besides, you've got that special training with Father tomorrow—and the Jōnin exam is coming up. You'll need to be at your best."

"Yes, understood," the two replied in unison.

They'd originally planned to escort him until his trip ended tonight, but after hearing that, they knew it was time to step away.

Ryosuke watched from the courtyard as they disappeared through the gate. Only once they were gone did he turn and head toward his room, scroll in hand.

He didn't plan to report the Uchiha ambush to his father just yet.

Hiashi's concern for him was far deeper than Ryosuke had expected.

If his father found out about this little trip and the danger Ryosuke had put himself in, he'd absolutely tighten the leash again. There was a very real chance Ryosuke wouldn't be allowed to leave the village again until reaching Chūnin level.

People who travel always report good news to their family—not bad news.

As for asking Hoshicai about medical ninja, it wasn't just curiosity. It was about those three pairs of Sharingan sealed in the scroll.

Thanks to their Hyuga bloodline, Ryosuke knew the clan excelled in chakra control, which translated to strong potential in medicine.

Some members had surely made notable achievements in that field.

But knowing of them wasn't the same as knowing them personally. He couldn't judge their trustworthiness based on rumors alone.

After storing the scroll safely in his room, Ryosuke stepped back out.

It was just about time to pick up Hinata from school.

"Yeah... yeah..."

As he passed Hanabi's room, he heard her babbling nonsense inside.

She could already walk and talk, more or less, but still had a habit of expressing herself with weird, half-formed sounds and phrases only she understood.

Still, Ryosuke wasn't here to play with her. He was looking for Aliang, the housekeeper in charge of household matters.

Sure enough, he stepped inside to find a stout middle-aged woman crouched down, teaching Hanabi to read while playing with her.

"Ryos-ke!"

Hanabi's eyes lit up when she spotted him. She scrambled up on her chubby legs and waddled toward him.

"Easy now," Ryosuke laughed as he bent down and caught her in his arms.

"Roske, where's Sister?" Hanabi asked in her childish voice, glancing curiously outside. She remembered him saying earlier that he was going to pick Hinata up from school.

"I was going to take you with me so we could all go out to eat together," Ryosuke said, smiling warmly.

Carrying her over, he spoke to the woman nearby. "Auntie Liang, we won't be eating dinner at home tonight. I'm taking them out."

Aliang nodded respectfully. "Yes, Master Ryosuke. But the Master came by earlier and asked us to prepare a special meal for your return."

She glanced toward the kitchen and added, "At this hour, the dishes are probably already in the pot. If we cancel now, it'll go to waste."

"...Did my father personally request it?" Ryosuke paused.

Aliang nodded.

"...Alright. Then we'll stay and eat at home tonight, and go out tomorrow instead," he said, gently setting Hanabi down. "No wonder Father looked like he wanted to say something earlier. I guess after being gone so long, it's not right to leave again the moment I get back."

Aliang smiled warmly. "That's wonderful. I'll ask the kitchen to prepare a few more dishes. It'll taste just as good as any restaurant."

"Thanks, Auntie Liang."

Ryosuke reached down to straighten Hanabi's clothes. "Since we're staying in, then you'll have to wait for me at home, alright?"

Unlike most kids who would've thrown a tantrum, Hanabi simply nodded. "Okay. Just bring Sister back quickly!"

"Got it," Ryosuke grinned, pinching her cheek before saying goodbye to Aliang.

There were many non-Hyuga working in the estate, and Aliang was one of them—just an ordinary woman. freewēbnoveℓ.com

That's why she referred to Hiashi as "Master" rather than "Clan Head," like most Hyuga did.

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