Naruto: Reincarnation of a Hundred Lifetimes, the Uchiha's White Moonlight

Good morning, Yun'an.

Master Shima also spoke up, his tone full of anticipation, "What good things have you brought this time?"

We've had enough of those sesame seeds and melon seeds last time; it's time for a change.

"And this radio is really good. That film about the snow country was really well made, and the female lead in it was quite pretty."

Fukasaku clicked his tongue, getting more and more excited as he spoke, "They even have a little program specially made to promote our Mount Myōboku. It looks so creative. No wonder he's known throughout the ninja world for his wisdom, Little Yun'an."

The two immortals, Fukasaku and Shima, showered Yun An with praise.

Yun An is not so easily caught.

These two old guys are both incredibly shrewd; if you're not careful, you might suffer a great loss.

"They're looking for the Great Toad Sage; he's over there."

Fukasaku gestured towards a misty cave, his tone slightly teasing, "He hasn't been sleeping lately, he's been obsessed with those short phrases you created, he's almost addicted to them."

"But that's fine too," Shima-sento added seriously from the side, "Sleeping all day, according to those science doctors you mentioned, isn't good for your health either."

Even we old folks who have lived for thousands of years need to take good care of our health.

Yun An had no intention of hiding these television programs broadcast throughout the ninja world. Since this was the last time he would stir up trouble, he was going to do whatever he wanted without worrying about any consequences.

As a result, all sorts of novelties blossomed everywhere in the world: songs and dances, short plays, news broadcasts, and even special health programs, making the entire ninja world lively and bustling.

Cooperation between Konoha and other small, peaceful, and peripheral countries, as well as regions with advanced civil service examinations and journalism, has deepened further in this wave.

What truly enabled Konoha Village and even the entire Land of Fire to prosper was never just the martial prowess of its ninjas, but rather the comprehensive improvement of the village's overall strength.

Economy, culture, and people's livelihood are all indispensable.

After passing through layers of vines, Yun'an finally saw the giant toad immortal with white hair and beard, sitting cross-legged.

"Great Toad Sage," Yun An said, getting straight to the point without any pleasantries, "I'm here to ask you when Kaguya Otsutsuki will appear? I want to persuade her properly then."

The Great Toad Immortal slowly opened his cloudy eyes, and a knowing glint flashed in those eyes that had seen through thousands of years of rise and fall.

He raised his withered finger and pointed to the churning clouds above, his voice aged yet clear: "When all ten tails are gathered, that will be the day she breaks free from her seal."

"Without the obstruction of people like you, Kaguya Otsutsuki's escape won't be far off."

Hearing what the Great Toad Immortal said, Yun An nodded slightly, finally putting his mind at ease.

He made a special trip to Mount Myoboku just to confirm this matter.

Having reached his current level, Yun An is confident that he can defeat even the resurrected Sage of Six Paths, let alone the Kage-level ninjas of the ninja world.

In the entire ninja world, only Kaguya Otsutsuki could be considered a tiny threat.

However, Yun'an's greatest strength lies in winning people over with virtue.

Take down the opponent.

For him, it was just a matter of minutes.

So for the next period of time, Yun An simply didn't return to Konoha Village, but instead took a long vacation in Mount Myōboku.

Green hills and clear waters, the sounds of insects and frogs.

Without mountains of official duties or the machinations of various factions, life couldn't be more pleasant.

He was determined to leave Nara Shikaku hanging, completely extinguishing any thought the other might have of getting him to work.

They actually thought of dumping all those miscellaneous positions on him? That's just wishful thinking.

Even the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, wouldn't dare to have such a thought. The Nara clan really has a brilliant idea.

……

"So that frees the caged bird?"

Inside Orochimaru's Root laboratory, under the watchful eyes of Shimura Danzo, Orochimaru, and the researchers nearby, Hyuga Neji slowly emerged from the transparent experimental vessel in front of him.

There was still a hint of disbelief on his face, but when his fingertips touched his forehead, he could clearly feel that the Caged Bird Seal that had bound the Hyuga branch family for hundreds of years had disappeared.

"congratulations."

Orochimaru's voice was devoid of emotion, yet it carried a rare gentleness: "Now you can be considered a member of the main family."

As for future "caged birds," unless they are going to war or performing other important missions, they will generally not sign any more such agreements.

He paused, then added, "Even if our scientific research makes significant progress, we might directly discover a way to lift the caged bird out of its cage."

This technique for unlocking the seal will naturally be classified as a village secret, and will not be obtained by enemies from other villages.

Orochimaru smiled gently, his face warm.

Seeing this, Hyuga Neji nodded emphatically with particular gratitude.

Those who are not from the Hyuga branch family can never understand just how important the Caged Bird Seal is to them.

It was a shackle that haunted them for almost their entire lives. The constant feeling of being trapped seemed to seep into their very bones, suffocating them and making it unbearable for ordinary people.

For those who had separated from the family, experiencing such cruelty so soon after birth was indeed terrifying.

Neji Hyuga left Root.

Looking out at the clear sky and breathing in the free air, he felt an unprecedented sense of exhilaration.

Outside the Root, a large group of Hyuga branch family members were staring intently at him.

After all, although their status as members of the branch family has improved, their role as caged birds remains unchanged, and the biggest rift between the main family and the branch family will always exist.

Now, it all depends on the outcome for Hyuga Neji.

Congratulations everyone.

Neji Hyuga's voice was calm, but the joy in his words was something that no member of the Hyuga branch family present could refuse: "The cursed seal of the Caged Bird has been broken by Lord Orochimaru. From now on, it can no longer be a threat that binds us."

Immediately, everyone burst into loud laughter.

"Hahaha. I knew we could definitely do it."

"This is the glory of Lord Orochimaru. Lord Orochimaru's talent is still as irresistible as it was in his youth."

"And our entire Hyuga clan will absolutely and steadfastly follow Lord Orochimaru."

The members of the Hyuga branch family were extremely excited at this moment, and they were even willing to say such words of loyalty.