Naruto: The Primal Hyuga Pierces the Shinobi World

Their relationship with Shinichi went far beyond that of an ordinary employer and employee ninja. They were deeply involved in Shinichi's life, from food and lodging to training.

Minato Namikaze gained a full understanding of Shinichi's newly developed technique and its current combat power through Kakashi Hatake's report.

Nowadays, apart from his physical abilities being limited by his age, Shinichi's other abilities are progressing at an incredibly rapid pace, seemingly without any upper limit.

If we were to rate Shinichi solely based on the power of his techniques, Minato would say that the number of people in Konoha who could withstand his attacks could be counted on one hand.

In fact, even Shinichi himself could feel that his training was going very smoothly. Whether it was the change in the form of chakra or the change in the nature of chakra, everything seemed to be going smoothly. He truly experienced the principle that "effort pays off" and never encountered any ninjutsu or techniques that he could not master.

As he continued to hone his skills, his strength increased dramatically, to the point that even Shinichi himself didn't know what level of opponent he could handle if he went all out now.

However, the increase in strength did not affect Shinichi's mentality, because his real imagined enemy was never someone of Danzo's level.

Minato Namikaze valued the Hyuga clan highly, but he also hoped that Konoha could wage war against Kumogakure in a stable environment, and he did not want to see the Hyuga clan engage in a large-scale conflict with Danzo's Root over this matter.

Minato has no absolute control over either the Hyuga or Root. Unfortunately, these two sides now have irreconcilable conflicts, and both possess formidable strength. If a conflict were to erupt, it would be a catastrophic disaster for Konoha.

Whether Root or Hyuga emerges victorious, they will shake the very foundation of Konoha.

It's true that he and Hinata have a very close relationship, but right now, he can't let Hinata retaliate.

"I'm entrusting this matter to you, Brother Shuimen. What method do you plan to use to resolve the root of the problem?"

Upon hearing that Minato wanted to take on the matter, Shinichi Hyuga looked at Minato and, without avoiding the other clan members present, asked directly.

Personal relationships aside, this matter involves the fundamental interests of the Hyuga clan, and Shinichi Hyuga must speak out on behalf of the Hyuga clan at this moment.

"this...."

Minato currently only knows that he cannot allow the Hyuga and Root to have a full-scale conflict, but he does not have a complete plan on how to resolve this matter.

To appease the Hyuga? To make them swallow the bitter pill of their assassination in silence?

Without a doubt, based on Minato's understanding of Shinichi, this kid would definitely not let this go. Although Shinichi Hyuga lives a secluded life and is generally amiable when interacting with people, his decisive and ruthless actions in the battle against Danzo just now did not lie.

If Minato hadn't arrived in time, Danzo would have already been reduced to ashes by Shinichi Hyuga's attack.

So... punish Danzo? Kill him?

Don't be ridiculous. Minato Namikaze may have been the Fourth Hokage, but he didn't think he could kill Danzo with just that. Danzo's Root organization was no pushover.

Unless... Minato is determined to completely wipe out Root!

Unfortunately, while Minato Namikaze was tough on outsiders, he couldn't bring himself to be ruthless towards his "comrades" within the village.

In Minato's view, the only one at fault was Danzo himself. The Root ninjas were merely following orders; they were knives, and therefore forgivable. It was just that this sharp knife was held by the wrong person.

If possible, removing Danzo while retaining the root is the best approach.

but...

Minato Namikaze couldn't help but sigh as he thought of Danzo and his good comrades.

The Third Hokage had shown him great kindness, and Hiruzen Sarutobi would certainly not agree to kill Danzo...

Seeing Minato sigh and fall silent, Shinichi knew that Minato had no way to reconcile the situation at this stage; all he could do was keep the Hyuga clan silent...

“Brother Shuimen, I’m not the kind of person who would disregard the safety of the village for personal revenge.”

"Since you don't have any good solutions, I have an idea that I hope you will consider."

Shinichi Hyuga glanced in the direction of the shrine and suddenly spoke up.

"Ok?"

"what idea?"

Shinichi Hyuga was the aggrieved party, and it would be best if the aggrieved party didn't intend to pursue the matter. Therefore, Minato really wanted to hear Shinichi's thoughts.

"It's clear that Lord Danzo and his Root are very powerful."

"Moreover, during the war, they were quite free and had the time and energy to send people to assassinate their fellow villagers. They did a pretty good job."

Minato understood Shinichi's sarcasm and could only remain awkwardly silent. It was a accusation that he, as Hokage, had failed to adequately oversee certain forces.

"Since Danzo and his Root are so powerful, I think the front lines will need their help as well."

"I want to withdraw all the Hyuga clan members from the Cloud Ninja front and let the Root members take their place!"

"If you have the strength to assassinate your fellow villager, you should also have the strength to go to the battlefield to protect your comrades, right?"

"Let them become the main force against the Cloud Ninja, and we, the Hyuga clan, will temporarily drop this matter!"

The true intentions were revealed when Shinichi realized that it was impossible to use such leverage to force the Fourth Hokage to execute Danzo personally. Even if the Fourth Hokage had succeeded, Shinichi doubted whether Minato would have executed Danzo on that spot.

The enemy was able to establish themselves in Konoha not because of their bravery or connections, but because they firmly controlled the Root fighting force.

Politics, in essence, is the art of compromise.

Compared to mere revenge, the lives of the Hyuga clan members were clearly more important. The reason Shinichi wanted to withdraw the Hyuga clan members from the Cloud Ninja front was not because Hyuga Shinichi had a closer relationship with Shinichi than Hyuga Hiashi.

This is simply because if war breaks out on that front, the intensity would be far greater than that of the Mist Ninja front. Another point is that Hyuga Shin is old and frail. Even under the protection of elite troops, it is still a battlefield, and Shinichi is afraid that Hyuga Shin's current physical strength and ability will not be able to cope with unexpected events.

Compared to Jazz, Shin Hyuga, who is also on the front line, faces greater risks.

Shinichi didn't want this old man to die on the battlefield at such an age.

"What did you say?"

Minato Namikaze clearly hadn't expected Shinichi to make such a request; to be honest, he hadn't even considered it before.

Was it because he didn't want the Roots to go to the battlefield? It was simply because he had no way of commanding the Roots to act.

Even without the Root, there are still some forces that Minato cannot mobilize, even with Konoha's full mobilization at present.

Aside from Danzo's Root, he also had no way to mobilize the Third Hokage's personal guard, as well as some ninjas from the Sarutobi and Shimura clans.

The reason given to Minato was actually quite simple: these ninjas were an important force in protecting the village's safety, and they could not be transferred away from Konoha unless absolutely necessary.

But everyone knows the truth: it's just a way to preserve their political power, far from the noble things they claim to be doing.

Minato had neither the means to execute Danzo nor the means to command the Root ninjas to act. Shinichi's request...

"I think I've made myself very clear."

“Minato, you can simply repeat what I said to Danzo, and by the way, return this body to Root as well.”

“If Danzo doesn’t agree… I will personally write to my father and great-grandfather, asking them to bring their clan back to Konoha.”

"No matter what the future holds for the village, Danzo, who is unwilling to protect the village and who threatens the survival of the Hyuga clan while our clan members are on the battlefield, and his roots, must be eradicated!"

Shinichi Hyuga spoke with unwavering resolve, his eyes gleaming with intense killing intent. The branch clan elders present, who had initially intended to voice their opinions on the matter, fell silent upon sensing Shinichi's attitude, tacitly agreeing with his stance.

"Shinichi..."

Minato had a headache and wanted to say something to persuade Shinichi, but when he saw the Hyuga clan members around him looking at him, he swallowed his words.

Yeah...why try to persuade Hinata?!

Ultimately, isn't the root of this matter Danzo betraying his comrades?

The Hyuga clan has already made concessions by considering the overall situation at this stage. If those in power don't know what's good for them, the Hyuga clan will definitely fight to the death.

Minato knew this family too well. Danzo's act of assassinating Shinichi Hyuga, who was regarded as the heir by the entire Hyuga family, undoubtedly touched the Hyuga family's sore spot.

For such a large family, the safety of the heir is the biggest concern.

"I understand. I will have Danzo and his Root replace your Hyuga clan."

"If you can't do that..."

Before Minato could finish speaking, Shinichi interrupted, "If you can't do it, then please invite Elder Danzo to your office for a meeting, and you can take his head."

Shinichi's words were filled with murderous intent. To say such things in front of the Hokage was utterly disrespectful.

However, Minato couldn't get angry no matter what. Putting himself in Shinichi's shoes, he might not be able to forgive Danzo's behavior either.

If Danzo were to send someone to assassinate his wife and children, Minato would turn against him, even if it meant risking everything.

"I understand."

"Until I have results on my end, the Hyuga clan should not make any rash moves."

Minato nodded, indicating his approval of Shinichi's solution.

Shinichi Hyuga nodded politely, but one of the branch family elders secretly made a sarcastic remark at that moment:

"Fourth Hokage, you must act quickly!"

"If we don't see any sincerity in Shimura Danzo's repentance, then it's up to us Hyuga to take action ourselves!"

The elder who spoke was about sixty or seventy years old, clearly a veteran. He showed no respect whatsoever to the fourth generation peacemaker, nor to Danzo, the advisor.

However, his words did indeed reflect Shinichi's inner thoughts to some extent.

"Don't worry."

Minato Namikaze had actually made up his mind. If all else failed, he'd just eliminate Danzo's roots...

As Shinichi said, Root, who was unwilling to go to the battlefield to protect the village but instead focused on internal strife, also lost its value to him.

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Chapter 102 The Root Forced to the Front Lines! (Please Subscribe)

During the negotiations between Minato Namikaze and the Hyuga clan, Yamanaka Inoichi, who was invited to the Hyuga clan to perform an autopsy, remained silent throughout the process and stood quietly to the side after finishing his work.