Naruto: The Primal Hyuga Pierces the Shinobi World

If even a genius like Kakashi is like this, then what about that kid from the Hyuga clan...?

Thinking of this, Minato couldn't help but picture Shinichi Hyuga's handsome face. When he first met the boy at the Hyuga family, Minato had a pretty good impression of Shinichi, but that was all.

As the Hokage, he had to be careful regarding matters concerning the Book of Seals.

Moreover, from another perspective, if Shinichi Hyuga really lacks some talent, it would actually be a good thing if he completely gave up the idea of ​​learning the Flying Thunder God Technique.

"Minato, what are your thoughts on Danzo's suggestion?"

Just as Minato was pondering, Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was sitting on the sofa, suddenly spoke up and asked a question.

Upon hearing his question, a knowing glint flashed in Minato's eyes. Everyone here was intelligent; sometimes, words didn't need to be so explicit. Minato knew that the Third Hokage's question likely stemmed from his acceptance of Danzo's suggestion.

“I think Danzo’s advice makes sense, and it’s not only for the safety of the village, but also for the good of Shinichi.”

“I agree with Elder Danzo’s idea.”

"I will explain to the Hyuga clan members once they arrive."

Minato took the trouble upon himself.

That's the kind of person he is. Once he's sure of what he's thinking, he'll immediately put it into action, regardless of whether it will benefit him.

"Minato-sensei..." Kakashi seemed to have something to say, but Minato gently shook his head, interrupting him.

As a member of the Anbu, Kakashi only needed to play the role of a "tool" in this matter.

The more you say, the more mistakes you make; the more you do, the more mistakes you make. Minato had already made up his mind that if the Hyuga clan got angry because of this, he would absolutely not let them take their anger out on Kakashi.

After the agreement was reached, the office fell silent again, and everyone waited quietly for the Hyuga family to arrive.

Not long after, the Hokage's office door was knocked on again.

At Minato's instruction, Kakashi walked to the door and opened it. Inside were two men, one big and one small. Of course, it would be more appropriate to describe the smaller one as a boy.

Kakashi recognized Hiashi Hyuga, and after bowing slightly in greeting, his gaze fell on the little boy Hiashi was holding.

Shinichi Hyuga has long hair and deep blue eyes that are somewhat different from the Hyuga clan ninjas that Kakashi remembers. His handsome face is devoid of smiles, and at first glance, he looks just as serious as Hiashi Hyuga.

Perhaps it was the aura brought by the other party's status; perhaps it was the temperament the other party had cultivated since childhood, but Kakashi could inexplicably sense a faint aura of superiority from the young Shinichi Hyuga.

"Feel sorry."

Kakashi's brief moment of distraction caused both Hiashi Hyuga and Shinichi Hyuga, who were blocking the road, to turn their heads and look at him.

Realizing his lapse in composure, Kakashi muttered something, stepped aside to make way, and only after Hiashi led Shinichi Hyuga into the office did he close the door, then retreat to Minato's side and stand guard.

"Did we come at the wrong time?"

"The Third Hokage and several advisors are all here? Are they discussing business?"

Hiashi Hyuga glanced discreetly at everyone in the office, first bowing slightly to Minato and Hiruzen Sarutobi, then asking a question with a smile.

However, at this moment, Hiashi Hyuga's heart had already sank.

These people...

When Hiashi Hyuga said this, Danzo and several advisors, including Homura Mitokado, all turned their attention to Shinichi Hyuga.

Although Shinichi remained calm in front of so many important figures, the advisors all showed somewhat intriguing expressions when they saw him.

Sarcasm? It doesn't seem like it.

Mocking? I couldn't sense it.

If one had to find a word to describe it, it would be contempt. Under the gaze of those people, Shinichi didn't feel too comfortable and couldn't help but frown slightly.

"Hiashi, you've arrived."

"The advisors came to check on the matter because they heard that the Hyuga clan wanted to borrow the Book of Sealing."

In short, Minato completely betrayed the advisors.

"Hmm?" Hiashi's expression hardened, but he pretended to be calm.

"Hiashi, there's something we need to tell you after discussing it."

“…”

After a moment's consideration, Minato relayed the "borrowing requirements" that they had just discussed to Hiashi Hyuga.

Shinichi Hyuga stood quietly to the side, his initial excitement at witnessing the Flying Thunder God Technique vanishing without a trace.

"Does the Hokage and the advisors mean that... Shinichi needs to defeat Kakashi Hatake to prove his talent before he can borrow the Scroll of Seals?!"

After hearing Minato's request, Hiashi Hyuga thought he had misheard and repeated it to confirm. As he spoke, his gaze also fell on Kakashi, who was standing beside Minato wearing a mask.

Although Kakashi was wearing an Anbu mask, what use was a mask in front of the Hyuga clan? Hiashi already knew the Anbu member's identity.

"Simply put... yes."

"Of course, considering Shinichi's age, we will give the Hyuga family enough time."

"Five years or ten years, it doesn't matter."

“Once Shinichi proves his talent, the Book of Seals will open to him.”

Minato, looking apologetic, rubbed his head and spoke.

"Yeah!"

"I see!"

At this point, Hiashi's expression was extremely grim. Suppressing his anger, Hiashi replied coldly.

"We were presumptuous!"

"Let's go, Shinichi."

Hiashi Hyuga gently tugged at Shinichi Hyuga's hand and turned to leave, but he couldn't move Shinichi.

"Hmm?" Hiashi looked down at his son with some confusion, only to find that Shinichi was looking at him with a puzzled expression.

"Father? Where are you going?"

"Wasn't it said that all we had to do was defeat Kakashi Hatake?"

"In that case..."

"Then let's get started!"

Shinichi Hyuga stood in front of the Fourth Hokage's desk, his azure eyes sweeping over Kakashi beside him as he spoke, his tone calm.

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Chapter 12 The best time is now!

"Wasn't it said that all we had to do was defeat Kakashi Hatake?"

"In that case..."

"Then let's get started!"

Shinichi Hyuga calmly uttered these words, causing everyone present to turn their attention to him. Mitokado Homura and the others, who had previously looked away, now turned their gazes back to Shinichi Hyuga.

Mitokado Homura looked at Hyuga Shinichi's "innocent" face and couldn't help but chuckle:

"Child, your name is Hinata Shinichi, right?"

"Do you know who Kakashi Hatake is? He is the disciple of the Fourth Hokage and a genius ninja who became a Jonin of Konoha at the young age of 12."

"He's 14, nine years older than you. It's way too early for you to challenge him!"

“We know you are interested in the Flying Thunder God Technique, and the reason we made this request is to prevent you from being overly ambitious.”

"You should train and hone your skills for a few years before looking forward to the Flying Thunder God Technique."

"The promise the Hokage made to your Hyuga clan is still valid; there's no need to rush."

Although Mitokado Homura genuinely viewed Hyuga Shinichi as an arrogant brat, out of respect for the Hyuga main family, he tried his best to control his tone and carefully choose his words to make them sound more agreeable.

He assumed that the young Shinichi Hyuga did not know Kakashi Hatake.

However, what Mitokado Homura didn't know was that Shinichi had already recognized Kakashi by his attire, hair color, and physique.

Under the Byakugan's X-ray vision, Kakashi's young and handsome face overlapped with the person in Shinichi's memory.

"Genius ninja...Kakashi Hatake."

"I know."

Shinichi Hyuga didn't look at Homura Mitokado, but instead looked at Kakashi and nodded slightly.

Little did Mitokado Homura know that Shinichi Hyuga's words were actually the result of careful consideration!

Upon learning that there was now an additional requirement for borrowing the sealed book, Shinichi Hyuga began to ponder how to respond.

Are we just going to head back home like this?!

How is that possible?

Since we've already come all this way, it would be too embarrassing to just leave like this.

Of course, more importantly, Shinichi Hyuga did not think there was absolutely no possibility of this request being fulfilled.

On the contrary... if, as Minato and Homura Mitokado said, we were to wait a few years before challenging Kakashi again, waiting for him to master the Sharingan? Waiting for him to copy a thousand ninjutsu?