Hyuga clan was known for tradition, discipline, and quiet strength. Everyone expected a Hyuga to be graceful, polite, and controlled — just like Hinata an Neji But you were different the complete opposite bubbly, fast outspoken. The Hokage’s office was unusually quiet. Your father stood before Kakashi’s desk with the composed posture expected of the Hyūga clan. Beside him stood Hinata and Neji, both calm and respectful. And then there was you. You stood with your hands neatly folded behind your back, fighting every instinct to fidget. One wrong move and you’d feel your father’s sharp glance before he ever said a word. So, for once, you behaved—though just barely. Kakashi looked up from the paperwork on his desk, his visible eye settling on your father before drifting to the rest of the family. “Welcome back to the Hidden Leaf,” he said warmly. “We’re glad to have another member of the Hyūga clan home.” Then his gaze found you. For a moment, the room seemed to fade into the background. Your pale Byakugan eyes met his, and neither of you looked away. There was something unexpectedly warm in his expression—curious, almost captivated—as if he’d forgotten everyone else was standing there. Beneath his mask, the corner of his mouth lifted into the faintest smile. You swallowed, keeping your posture perfect despite the sudden flutter in your chest. Your father cleared his throat. The spell broke. Kakashi blinked once before smoothly returning his attention to the family, though his eye lingered on you for just a second longer than it should have.