Konoha: Start by unlocking the caged bird

Chapter 51: Promoted to Chunin's New Partner
When Yuzuru Hyuga and Kakashi returned to Konoha, they went straight to the Hokage Building without stopping.

As usual, Kakashi first briefed the mission to the Third Generation and answered some of the Third Generation's questions before getting down to business.

"Kakashi, what do you think of Yuzuru's current abilities?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen was sitting in an office chair. He was not wearing a hat at the moment. His sparse hair stood up and he was holding a pipe. He looked quite majestic and sharp.

"Yuzuru is only six years old, but his strength is far beyond what I was at the same age."

"Whether it is his judgment of the battlefield situation or his combat effectiveness, he already has abilities that are almost the same as mine. In fact, I think he already has the ability to lead an ANBU team on his own."

Kakashi gave a very positive answer to Hinata Yuzuru.

Even if he became a chuunin at the age of six, his strength would never be as outstanding as that of Hyuga Yuzuru. In other words, the current Hyuga Yuzuru definitely has the fighting power of a jonin level. The reason why he still has the title of genin is It's purely because of lack of qualifications.

At this time, Hyuga Yuzuru not only possesses special abilities such as the Byakugan and Gentle Fist, he can also accurately order attacks in close combat and almost crush weak opponents. He can also pull strong opponents with a speed comparable to that of Shunshin Shisui.

The Byakugan also has a strategic value that the Sharingan cannot match. In fact, Hyuga Yuzuru's eyesight is much better than that of ordinary Hyuga clan ninjas. Kakashi has experienced this personally, but has never told the Hokage much about it, and has never asked Hyuga Yuzuru the reason.

Hyuga Yuzuru also knew that he noticed that his Byakugan power was far beyond ordinary people, but neither of the two parties who had a tacit understanding talked about these things.

When the Third Generation heard Kakashi's report, he felt both amazed and surprised.

In fact, his expectation for Hinata Yuzuru was just a functional Chunin.

But judging from the various intelligence that kept coming in, even in terms of combat, he possessed the combat power of a Hyuga clan's Jonin level.

You know, the Hyuga clan's self-proclaimed claim to being a wealthy family in Konoha is not groundless - against 80% of ordinary jounin, fighting at the same level, they have a close advantage that is close to crushing them. The only shortcoming is probably that Hinata The clan doesn't practice ninjutsu very much, but with Kaiten's existence, there is basically no ninjutsu that can break through the Hyuga clan's defenses.

There is no doubt that Hyuga Yuzuru is already the upper limit among the Hyuga clan.

However, it is a pity that this is also the case.

The upper limit of the Hyuga clan is so high.

From now on, unless he still has the opportunity to awaken a unique eye technique like the Sharingan Kaleidoscope, or reach the pinnacle of physical skills and develop a forbidden technique like the Eight Gates of Dungeon, he may not be able to make any further progress. .

This is why the third generation trusts Yuzuru Hyuga and is not too afraid of the Hyuga clan.

Throughout the entire history of Naruto, there has never been an example of a Hyuga clan breaking out of the realm of Jonin and becoming a Kage-level powerhouse, and there has never been an example of the Byakugan being able to evolve.

The lower limit is high, promotion is fast, and the upper limit is low.

This is also the reason why the third generation was extremely surprised at Hinata Yuzuru's progress, but he could also accept it.

If Hyuga Yuzuru changed his name and became Uchiha Yuzuru, the third generation might not even be able to keep the two tufts of hair left on his head.

"I see."

The third generation smiled slightly and seemed to have made some decision.

"Yuzuru, things have changed. Starting today, your partner will be temporarily changed, and the mission will also be changed."

He looked at Hinata Yuzuru with admiration in his eyes: "I have been paying attention to your performance before, and I have to say that you are much better than I thought."

"It seems that I underestimated you."

The third generation's meaningful words only made Hinata Yuzuru, who was wearing glasses at the moment, smile softly and lower his head humbly: "Compared with the outstanding seniors, I am still far behind."

"No need to be modest. I believe in Kakashi's judgment. You are the most outstanding genius in our Konoha. I have no doubt about that!"

The third generation paused, then said: "But now, I have more important things that you need to do."

"The actions of the Cloud Hidden Village are unusual. Anbu has observed that some ninjas from the Cloud Hidden Village have been deliberately engaging in friction with us on the border through missions or trade. I judge that they are using this to test our attitude and determination in Konoha. "

"Since they want to see it, let them see Konoha's determination!"

"You should know that although the Third Shinobi World War has ended, the war has not stopped yet."

Hinata Yuzuru understands this very well.

A massive war broke out in the ninja world, inflicting heavy damage to all the ninja villages.

At present, the third generation only wants to make peace, but it is impossible for him to kowtow and admit defeat without even fighting. If he does so, he will undoubtedly lose face, and the people under him will never agree to it.

Therefore, we must fight, at least until one of the parties can no longer accept the loss.

But the shadow of war has not yet dissipated. Although the Third Ninja World War has come to an end, the wars and frictions between these individual ninja villages may still ignite the still high temperature of the ninja world at any time and place, triggering the Fourth Ninja World War.

"Starting tomorrow, you will follow Team Shisui to the border. Our purpose is not to cause greater conflict, but for peace."

The Third Hokage looked at Hinata Yuzuru meaningfully and said, "You know what this might mean, right?" Of course, Hinata Yuzuru knew this very well. The Third Hokage hoped that he could avoid causing a bigger conflict and, while showing a tough attitude of counterattack, not force Konoha and the Hidden Cloud Village to go to war. It would be best if the Hidden Cloud Village saw that Konoha was a lean camel that was bigger than a horse, and signed a peace agreement. That would be the best.

Hinata Yuzuru was brainstorming about the Third Hokage's purpose. The purpose of the operation was already clear, but why did he and Kakashi have to be separated and instead let himself and Uchiha Shisui carry out the mission together?
"Yes, I know." Hinata Yuzuru's current identity was unable to refuse the Hokage's order, so he could only agree first.

Fortunately, Uchiha Shisui still has some friendship with him. Although he is somewhat reluctant to part with the gentle Kakashi-senpai, it is also a good thing to be able to communicate more with Shisui.

"As for Kakashi," the Third Hokage frowned and said gloomily, "Some of Danzo's actions are really too much. I want Kakashi to monitor the Root to prevent him from making more mistakes."

As Sandaime spoke, he observed Hinata Yuzuru's expression without any trace, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart when he saw that he showed no surprise.

In fact, Danzo had suggested to him more than once that Hyuga Yuzuru should come to the Root. Nominally, it was to prevent such a genius from dying young. In the deeper darkness of Konoha at the Root, his growth could be better protected and he could avoid attracting attention.

But how could the third generation not know what he was thinking?
In order to prevent Danzo from doing something stupid, and out of a certain desire to protect Hyuga Yuzuru, he did not want Danzo to have any contact with Hyuga Yuzuru. If a fight really broke out, the two of them would not be able to get off the stage, and they would have to give up. Che Baoshuai - who will be that car?

The Third Generation found it difficult to make a decision, so he simply didn't choose. He let Kakashi keep an eye on Danzo, and let Hinata Yuzuru leave the village first, away from the center of the whirlpool, and grow up quietly. With Shisui around, there was no need to worry about his safety.

More importantly, judging from the intelligence that Kakashi has continuously received and reported from time to time during the year, Kakashi has shown a great affection for this guy. This is a good thing and a bad thing.

The good thing is that the third generation really doesn't want Kakashi to be immersed in the sorrow of the past and become a killing machine that only knows how to perform cold killing tasks. He also hopes that Kakashi can have new bonds in the village.

The bad thing is that Hyuga Yuzuru is equally good, and it involves the Hyuga clan. If the two are too entangled, it's hard to say whether it's a blessing or a curse.

Kakashi is the direct descendant of the third generation of Hokage, and he believes that Kakashi can fill the gap in his power among the new generation of Konoha.

As for Hyuga Yuzuru, to put it bluntly, he is, after all, a member of the Hyuga branch family. He may waver at any time because of the attitude or decision of the main family. Remaining neutral is something that is difficult for the Hokage to accept.

He hoped that Hinata Yuzuru would fall to him, but he thought that he would not be able to fall as completely as Kakashi, so he was a little wary. In a sense, the reason why he let him join ANBU and leave his hometown for a long time was to go out. The mission is to deliberately hope that he will not stay in the family for too long.

But Hyuga Yuzuru still needs training, and an excellent ninja leader is indispensable, because Hyuga Yuzuru is a genius, how can such a person be controlled by an ordinary person?
After thinking about it, he suddenly realized that Uchiha Shisui and he had a good personal relationship, were of similar age, and their family status determined that the two were destined to be completely in harmony. They were simply a match made in heaven.

"I see."

Kakashi can only accept orders from the Third Hokage.

He glanced at Hinata Yuzuru with complicated eyes.

"And one more thing."

The Sandai stood up, smiled, and looked at Hinata Yuzuru.

"From today on, Yuzuru, you are a Chunin."

Hinata Yuzuru glanced at Kakashi. Faced with his sudden promotion, he just smiled and said softly: "Yes, the Third Generation."

"Okay, go home and have a good rest. You have to set off again tomorrow afternoon. Sorry, I will give you a long vacation after this mission is over." The third generation looked apologetic.

Hinata Yuzuru just stopped and said with a serious expression: "I will never let the Third Generation down!"

He seems to be loyal.

The third generation praised him a few more times and then let him go home to rest.

But when the two walked out of the Hokage's office.

Hinata Yuzuru's serious expression turned into a playful one.

Under Kakashi's nonchalant gaze, he chuckled and pushed up his glasses: "Kakashi-senpai, he became a chuunin when he was six years old, right? How many months are you six years old?"

Kakashi pulled the mask, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly: "Five months?"

He knew that Hinata Yuzuru was quite interested in such 'achievements'.

"It seems that the next thing to do is to become a Jonin before the age of twelve." Hinata Yuzuru joked with a smile, breaking his record in front of Kakashi, which made him feel particularly satisfied.

But Kakashi was very indifferent. He put his hands in his pockets and said casually: "For you, maybe seven or eight years old is enough for this kind of thing."

"Senior Shisui is only a Chunin now. It's very difficult to become a Jonin without the qualifications." Having said that, Hinata Yuzuru didn't seem to be worried at all.

He and Kakashi chatted for a while, then left the building and went their separate ways, each going back to their own homes.

Hinata Yuzuru quickened his pace on the way home.

In fact, his father had secretly sent messages to him many times, wanting him to go home and see his mother, saying that she missed him - this was a secret code agreed upon by them, which meant that the plan would move forward one step.

PS: This section of Kakashi's Anbu chapter could actually take quite a while to write, but after careful consideration I decided to delete some of my drafts to speed it up, otherwise it would have taken too long to write.

There are so many saved drafts! My heart is bleeding!

(End of this chapter)