Chapter 107: The Hokage's Strongest Sister-in-Law
Shin-getsu Ryū. Akiyama Makoto realized the "Shin" must refer to himself. But did the "getsu" (moon) refer to Hinata? Why would she think to use the moon to refer to herself? The current Hinata certainly wouldn't be thinking about her ancestry and its connection to the moon. When he accompanied her to the moon in the future, what kind of expression would she have when she recalled this day?
"Alright," he nodded. "That's a great name. Very commemorative."
He didn't say that he saw through everything, but his eyes let her know that her message had been received.
Hinata slowly turned red, her fingers twisting together as she tried to say something else.
Beside them, Hanabi couldn't help but say, "Sister, are you going to even look at your little sister?"
Only then did Hinata snap out of it and hurriedly check Hanabi's condition. Although she had deliberately avoided her sister's vital points, that final, decisive blow had not been held back. Hanabi's pant legs were now stained red with blood, a sight that was truly a bit scary. No wonder even the tough Hanabi had a tearful tone in her voice.
"Makoto-kun, you can heal her, right?"
Hinata immediately looked to him, and he naturally stepped up. He lifted Hanabi into his arms without a word. "Where is it most convenient to treat her?"
"Come to my room. It's better if no one else sees this. Please follow me, Makoto-kun."
He immediately did as she said. Hanabi, in his arms, was in a conflicted state. She pushed against his chest with both hands, trying to keep her distance. But with both legs out of commission, how could she possibly do that? After a few jolts and stabs of pain, she finally gave up struggling and let herself rest against his chest. As she felt his warmth... was this the feeling her sister was so obsessed with?
Soon, the three of them arrived at Hinata's chambers.
"Put Hanabi on my bed."
Just as he was about to do so, Hanabi said, "Just put me on the floor. I can't get sister's bedsheets dirty..."
"Hanabi!" Hinata's voice was sharp, as if winning the duel had made her much more assertive. "Right now, you will listen to your sister. Understand?"
Seeing Hanabi about to argue, she continued, "Until you can beat me, you are not allowed to defy me on matters of your health. Obey!"
Hanabi was dumbfounded and looked to Makoto for help.
He just smiled. "Isn't this the kind of sister you always wanted? Enjoy it."
Hanabi puffed out her cheeks, looking extremely aggrieved. But watching her sister bustle around for her sake, her heart felt sweet, and the pain in her legs didn't seem to hurt as much anymore.
Unfortunately, this illusion was quickly broken.
"OW OW OW!"
Hanabi shrieked, raising her hand to hit him, because he was using a Chakra Scalpel to cut open her pants.
He didn't dodge the attack, simply motioning with his chin toward Hinata, who was preparing a change of clothes for her sister. Hanabi immediately lost her temper.
"C-Can't you be a little gentler?!"
"I could just knock you out. When you wake up, you'll be all better. Want to try?"
Hanabi shook her head and said in a low voice, "I can bear it." As for her reason... she glanced at Hinata's back. She clearly didn't want to end today's interaction with her sister just yet.
Makoto quietly began to treat her wounds.
Although the chakra threads had pierced her legs, they were intangible, and Hinata had avoided any vital points. Using the Mystical Palm Technique, he had her back on her feet in two minutes.
"A... Amazing!"
Hanabi moved her legs in shock, her small toes wiggling flexibly. She had thought she wouldn't be able to go to school tomorrow.
"Don't move around. It's not over yet."
He then pressed on the tenketsu points that Hinata had struck. The red, swollen spots were quickly cleared. Feeling the smooth flow of chakra in her body and experiencing his strong, warm Yang chakra, Hanabi felt a warmth spread through her. Her gaze towards him also became much friendlier. Although he might steal my sister, I have to admit, she has good taste in brother-in-laws.
"Good girl, Hanabi. I was worried you wouldn't let Makoto-kun touch you—"
Hinata, holding the clothes, muttered softly, which earned her an angry look from Hanabi. Suddenly, Hanabi's eyes darted around, and a mischievous smile appeared on her face. She crooked her finger at him, and when he leaned his head down, she whispered in his ear, "When you treat my sister later, I'll hold her arms down. I hit her under the armpits twice."
He looked, stunned, at Hanabi, who was excitedly planning to sell out her own sister. He gave her a thumbs-up. As expected of the cutest and strongest sister-in-law in the Hokage-verse.
Hanabi hummed twice, clearly enjoying his praise.
Hinata, on the side, was puzzled. How had Hanabi gotten on such good terms with him so quickly?
Three minutes later, she found out.
"? I—I don't need it!"
Hinata was pinned to the bed by Hanabi, her jacket already taken off, revealing a physique that had twice the "combat effectiveness" of her peers. Her body was as hot as a boiled shrimp, and she almost screamed. At this moment, Hanabi poked the red spots under her arm. Hinata yelped in pain, her body trembling, and she finally quieted down.
"See, Makoto—I mean, Big Brother Makoto? If I didn't tell you, sister would never have let you treat this."
"I can find a medical ninja from the clan—"
Hinata wanted to make one last stand, but Hanabi said, "Do you want Father to find out that we fought and injured each other?"
At this, Hinata finally fell silent, closing her eyes in resignation.
He let out a soft sigh. If this were five years in the future, this was a beautiful scene he would definitely spend all night savoring. As for now... it was better to be cautious. What if Hiashi Hyūga burst in the next second?
He picked up a strip of gauze, tied it around his eyes, and held Hanabi's hand. "You'll have to guide me to the location."
Hanabi was taken aback, looking at him with surprise. She hadn't expected him to be such a gentleman.
Then she pinched his palm hard. "Then why weren't you like this with me just now?"
"Because you're just a little brat. What's there to be shy about?"
"You jerk! And I even called you 'Big Brother Makoto'!"
Hanabi kicked his leg twice with her small feet, but still seriously guided his hand to begin treating Hinata.
At this moment, Hinata opened her eyes. Seeing his appearance, a moved expression flashed across her face. He cared so much about her, and yet she had only caused him more trouble. She would have to thank him properly later.
Under his and Hanabi's cooperation, it wasn't long before Hinata was fully healed. It was just that she kept touching her armpit from time to time, as if she couldn't forget the feeling of his touch.
"Since you're both alright, I'll be leaving now." He turned and untied the gauze. "It's not really appropriate for me to stay here. When you two have time, you can come and find me anytime."
"Okay!" Hanabi answered before Hinata could. "I'll walk you out, Big Brother Makoto!"
She grabbed his hand and was about to run off, but Hinata quickly said, "Hanabi, change your clothes first."
Hanabi looked down and saw that she was still wearing her blood-stained pants. She stuck out her tongue, quickly grabbed her clothes, and ran into the bathroom. When she came out, she was once again the energetic Hanabi.
Seeing her so full of life, Hinata was in a bit of a daze. Was this really the same sister she remembered—the one who never smiled, who spent all her time outside of school and sleep just training, almost like a doll?
Hinata's lips moved. Watching his retreating back, a sweet smile appeared on her face.
"Big Brother Makoto, can you teach me that move?"
The moment they were out of Hinata's room, Hanabi's motive was exposed. She wouldn't be sad just because she lost to her sister, but she would never be content with losing to someone else. At her core, she was also an extremely competitive person.
"I can. But why don't you learn from Hinata?"
"If I learn from my sister, won't she just have to ask you first anyway?"
He nodded. That was true. He thought for a moment and said, "Then go and tell Hinata that the jutsu 'Gentle Fist Art: True Moon Style' is hers from now on. She can teach it to anyone, including everyone in the Hyūga clan."
Hanabi looked at him in shock, her mouth open, but no words came out.
"What is it?" he asked, puzzled.
"Big Brother Makoto... you're trying to pursue my sister, aren't you?"
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