Chapter 107: Excuse Me, Can We Share a Table? - The White Eyed Princess of Konoha

**Chapter 107: Excuse Me, Can We Share a Table?** "Hehehehe..." On the rooftop of a building opposite the hot springs in Konoha, a sleazy laugh echoed intermittently. Even though he had been rejected by Hinata and thus lost this young sapling, Jiraiya, holding his trusty binoculars, was seeing an entire forest. "Are you indulging in this boring activity again?" "I’m conducting research!" Jiraiya lowered his binoculars, wearing a sour expression, and grumbled, "It's you, Uncle Homura and Teacher Koharu! Didn’t we just meet? What brings you here?" The two Hokage advisors took turns briefly outlining the current situation of Konoha and concluded, "We now need a Fifth Hokage!" Koharu stated coolly, "Jiraiya, during the emergency meeting held yesterday, we decided on you for the position!" Jiraiya, still displeased, responded, "Sorry, I'm not suited for this role." Koharu's expression turned serious, "The decision is already made. If someone of your caliber as one of the 'Legendary Sannin' isn’t suitable, then who is?" Jiraiya’s gaze became nostalgic, as he slowly said, “Speaking of the Sannin, there’s still Tsunade!” ... "Ah." Walking through Konoha’s food street, Hinata stretched, feeling refreshed and invigorated. After leaving the Hokage's office, Hiashi Hyuga brought Hinata back home. To change his elder daughter's mundane view on money, Hiashi made a very serious decision. From now on, Hinata could spend the Hyuga family’s money as she wished! Hiashi believed it was crucial for Hinata to understand that for the Hyuga family, the amount of money wasn't the main concern; the family’s standing and reputation were what truly mattered. Just like how Sasuke only cared for the name 'Uchiha', not about any material gains. For ancient clans like the Hyugas, which had been around for millennia, the clan’s legacy, safety, reputation, and standing were paramount. As for money… as long as there was enough to maintain the clan's operations, it was sufficient. Pocket full of money, heart at ease. With her hefty fortune, Hinata strolled through the street. Initially, she wanted to buy everything she saw, but soon realized these items didn't quite match her newfound 'magnate' status. Arriving at the dango shop, Hinata was about to have some post-meal dessert. “Hmm? Kakashi-sensei, are you waiting for someone?” Kakashi lounged at the shop entrance, deadpan as usual, muttering, "Yeah! Yeah!" "Oh." Hinata gave Kakashi a cunning look, inching closer to him and whispering, "Could Kakashi-sensei be waiting for a date? Otherwise, how could the Record Holder of Tardiness in Konoha be early?" Kakashi squinted with a hint of exasperation, explaining, "No, no! I'm waiting for Sasuke." Just then, Asuma and Kurenai approached side by side. Kakashi teased them, "Hey! You two are getting along well, huh? On a date?" Kurenai's face turned a little red, and she awkwardly said, "Idiot! I’m just helping Anko buy some dango!" Hinata looked at Kurenai and blinked, teasing, "Kurenai-sensei, your face is quite red!" Despite the teasing, Hinata, Kakashi, Asuma, and Kurenai all focused their attention on the dango shop, eyeing the two mysterious figures in black cloaks adorned with red clouds. Hinata looked at Kakashi with some surprise; could Kakashi have already detected Itachi and Kisame’s presence, which led him here? But Kakashi’s stalking skills were rather lacking! It was clear Itachi and Kisame had noticed Kakashi, and Kakashi knew he was noticed, but... They’re having a meal inside, and you’re just standing outside, savoring the aroma? Since both sides were aware and were familiar faces, why not just go inside and sit with them? Hinata ignored Kakashi, entering the dango shop alone, she sat beside Itachi, haughtily saying, "Yo! You guys mind if I join you?" Hinata glanced at Itachi and Kisame, somewhat smug as she said, "When dining with a cute girl, a gentleman should treat her..." "Boss! Fifty skewers of dango, please, with some red bean soup!" Itachi and Kisame: "..." Kisame shot Itachi a glance: Is this one of your Konoha ninjas? Itachi remained expressionless. Though a rogue ninja from Konoha, Uchiha Itachi felt somewhat embarrassed, especially since there was an outsider present. Itachi gave Kisame a look: Let’s retreat! After exchanging a glance, Itachi took out money to pay and prepared to leave instantly! Hinata discontentedly chimed in, "Hey, what about my share?" Itachi’s hand froze momentarily, then he took out more money, placed it on the table, and left swiftly with a transportation jutsu! Great! Saved some money for the household. Our Hyuga family will undoubtedly become wealthier! Hinata picked up the money left by Itachi, counted it, and Itachi had actually overpaid. She pocketed the excess and gave the rest to the owner. "Boss! Package the dango; I’ll pick it up later!" Outside the dango shop, Sasuke leisurely approached, casually noting, "Kakashi, how rare it is to see you arrive first!" After speaking, Sasuke glanced inside the dango shop, surprised, "Hinata, you're here too!" Kakashi chuckled, "I can be on time sometimes!" While speaking, Kakashi exchanged a glance with Asuma and Kurenai, discreetly gesturing to Hinata. The three of them disappeared with an instant movement jutsu. By the riverside on the outskirts of Konoha, Asuma, Kurenai, and Hinata intercepted Itachi and Kisame. Itachi spoke in a low voice, "It’s been a long time, Asuma-san, Kurenai-san, and... Lady Hinata." Hinata waved warmly, "Thanks for treating us, Itachi!" "Itachi!!!" Asuma and Kurenai tensed instantly; Uchiha Itachi was a notoriously formidable opponent. Itachi removed his hat, revealing his true face. "So, it is you, Uchiha Itachi!" Kisame, too, removed his hat, eerily saying, "Since you all know Itachi, I might as well introduce myself. I am Kisame Hoshigaki, pleased to meet you!" Hinata’s face turned serious, "Alright, I’ll certainly teach you well!" With a cigarette dangling from his lips, Asuma said in a deep voice, "There's nothing to teach. I’m going to take you down now." Kurenai regarded Kisame intently, her expression grave, "I also know about you..." Just as Kurenai was about to brief everyone on Kisame’s illustrious past, Itachi suddenly warned, "Kisame, watch out!" With that, both he and Kisame leapt aside... 'Boom! Boom! Boom!' Hinata opened with four Zweihänder attacks, though she hadn't had time to gather enough natural energy, so the attack strength hadn’t reached its peak. Yet with the insight of his Sharingan, Itachi easily dodged the Chakra beams of the Mountain-Splitting Strike, though Kisame wasn’t so fortunate. Kisame had wanted to hear about his glorious past from an enemy’s perspective, thinking it would offer a different sense of accomplishment. But who would have thought that Hinata wouldn’t waste any words and launched a full-scale attack instead? Even allies like Asuma and Kurenai were taken aback.