She could see the conflict on his face. It was probably the same she herself had gone through when she'd first arrived. Of course, most of the shinobi from Konoha had trouble with Itachi-sama at first.

"If Tenten-san had her way, it would be, but, no, it is not a requirement. Itachi-sama will not blame you for taking your time to show yourself to him. I believe that he would rather you approach him when you are comfortable and most able."