It was more than enough. Hizashi had given him as much as he could as a child, and continued to do so. Even if now, he worked very hard for his independence- not as a slight to his father, but rather because that strain was there and raising a child alone was no easy task. Yet Hizashi had managed, given him his full attention as a child, taught him everything he'd need to know growing up.

So now that he could effectively take care of himself, he hoped that his father might be able to relax a little more if he lessened how much he relied on him. Even if he did miss those precious days of being his father's sole focus, of training and falling and being encouraged to get up and try again- a bright childhood despite the shadow that hung over them both.

"I look forward to it," he said sincerely. It had been weeks since he had an extended conversation with the man, after all. Some time together and away from the compound for a change sounded perfect.

"And thank you." Neji inclined his head in a short, informal bow. "Take care, and I'll see you then."