Naruto: From Capturing the Main Clan to Becoming the Mastermind

Chapter 13 Who won?

"A brilliant move: retreating to advance."

Hiashi Hyuga stood in the shade of a tree in the distance, looking at the Third Hokage with a complex expression.

He hadn't understood why his father had suddenly passed the position of clan leader to him, but now he did.

In order to deal with the matter of the division of the family, this Hokage had already taken action.

The ninjas who withdrew from the Raikage battlefield were assigned to various units, allowing them to spontaneously spread the glory of the Fourth Hokage and lay the groundwork for their own abdication.

And then today, in the name of abdication, he bestows the favor of dividing the family property.

Can we blame him for his previous neglect when we separated from the family?

No!

What the first two Hokage did not change, the Third Hokage changed. Even the entire village's Hokage bowed down and apologized to them, and even stepped down from his position as Hokage. What could they possibly resent?

But this was something the family fought for themselves after the division!

Some of the rebellious branch families even killed members of the main family. If the Hyuga main family doesn't want to completely break with the branch families, they will inevitably have to make some compromises.

But the family wouldn't know this when they separated.

Therefore, three generations were able to use this as a way to divide the family and bestow favors.

Many branch family ninjas would be grateful if the reins were loosened even slightly.

Because no one believed that anyone could break the Caged Bird Seal, even the branch family ninjas who were already used to it did not believe that the main family could break it.

As for the main family's thoughts?

Hiruzen Sarutobi's recent lack of effort in searching for the culprit, and his apparent indifference, may have put pressure on the main family, making them consider cooperating with him.

The branch family respected him, and the main family owed him a favor.

The Hyuga clan, who have always kept a low profile, were dragged onto the Third Hokage's war chariot!

A clever tactic.

While this prevented the Third Hokage from pursuing the culprits to avoid displeasing the branch family and ruining his plans, it also restrained those branch family members who were operating in secret.

Many branch families are already satisfied. If they continue their actions, the branch families may not support them. The Third Hokage can then stop worrying about the opinions of the majority of the branch families and directly use swift and decisive measures to kill them.

Watching the Third Hokage rise from his seat due to the division of the family, and smile as he looked in his direction, Hiashi took a deep breath.

"Hisashi, it's our turn. From now on... we can be as close as we used to be."

Hyuga Hizashi stared blankly at the Hokage on the high platform, "Are they really the same?"

The Japanese player did not answer and took the lead in walking away.

His and Hizashi's rise to power represents a concession from the main family, which will further extinguish the anger that has raged for hundreds of years within the branch family. He doesn't know if doing so is the right thing to do.

All I know is... he had no choice.

Seeing the clan chief's two sons take the stage, Hyuga Miyuki closed her eyes and turned to leave.

She didn't want to hear or see the satisfied expressions on her people's faces.

There's no winning strategy in splitting up!

What's there to be happy about?

A hand reached out from the crowd and grabbed Hyuga Miyuki, who was trying to leave. She frowned and looked at her.

That day, Xiang Yu.

The boy, who was about the same age as her, wore a smile similar to those around him, but there was no real joy in his eyes.

The other person listened attentively to Hiashi and Hizashi's speech about "bringing a fresh breeze to Hyuga" and withdrew their hand from hers.

During this process, Hinata Yu made several gestures that were difficult to discern.

It's the code for the Hidden Mist Battlefield!

Because the Hidden Mist Technique, which the Hidden Mist Village excels at, can conceal the enemy's whereabouts, the Hyuga ninjas, who act as the eyes, have prepared several sets of coded signals to subtly inform their comrades of the enemy's location.

The enemy's position is at eight o'clock...

Hinata Miyuki instantly understood the meaning of those words and calmed down.

A gentle smile appeared on her face.

Yes, this is the best time.

This provides an opportunity to observe how many members of the branch family are extremely dissatisfied with the main family!

What's wrong with me lately?

Because he planned to take everything upon himself before defecting, was he indifferent to the suspicions of others?

They've lost even the most basic sense of vigilance!

Hinata Miyuki secretly became alert and returned Hinata Yu's look with gratitude and apology.

They may not do anything immediately, but the main family will definitely keep those who are still dissatisfied under surveillance and deal with them in the future.

Hinata Yu reminded her that there was a risk involved, as her expression and actions might have been observed.

Ignoring Miyuki Hinata's gaze, Yu Hinata surveyed his surroundings, carefully observing everyone's expressions.

He quickly ruled out anyone who genuinely smiled.

He kept the others in his heart.

"That's surprisingly a lot, around thirty people?"

"Looks like I should thank Orochimaru."

After a long silence, Hiashi Hyuga announced, "From now on, let's begin drawing a new Caged Bird!"

……

At home, Hinata Yu was writing her name on a blank scroll.

Those were the names of the family members who had previously been separated from the main branch of the family.

At this moment, Hyuga Meigoku stood behind him like a guard, looking at each of the names with burning rage.

"Do you want to join forces with them to deal with Konoha and the main clan?"

He couldn't identify the individuals, but he knew that these were people Yu had learned about from his perspective who were dissatisfied with the main family.

"They are qualified," Hinata Yu said indifferently. "Compared to those who are still immersed in their dreams, they have woken up."

There are many uses for the Impure World Reincarnation technique.

It can be used to summon the dead to fight, or it can be used for research.

Even reconnaissance can be accomplished using the Impure World Reincarnation technique!

The reason he was able to collect information at will in the morning was because of the Impure World Reincarnation.

The user of the Impure World Reincarnation technique can share the same field of vision as the Impure World ninja. By summoning and placing Hyuga Meigoku, a Kage-level powerhouse, in advance, he can enjoy the Byakugan effect on the field.

After all, the characteristics of activating the Byakugan are too obvious, and he himself cannot use it in that situation.

As for the people on the list... they are the branch family members he personally approves of and who are capable of serving.

If the next steps require some supplies, these people can be excluded for now.

"So calm, as if you've won. Wasn't your plan easily thwarted by that brat Hiruzen?" Hyuga Meigoku sneered.

He was the Hyuga clan leader who led the Hyuga clan to join Konoha. Even Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage whom the Second Hokage liked to call a monkey, was a junior in his presence.

"I don't even know what I planned in this incident."

Hinata Yu looked at him with amusement.

"If helping a test subject cover up information and incidentally gaining some pupil power counts as a plan, then I seem to have completed it perfectly."

Hyuga Meigoku continued to sneer, as if looking at a stubborn loser.

"Isn't your goal to free the branch family from its cage and turn against the main family?"

"While I do need the Hyuga branch family to release the Caged Bird Seal, it's not what you think."

Hyuga put away the scroll, took out a scroll recording his research on chakra, and formed a summoning hand seal.

A white viper appeared, glanced at the scroll he handed over, and swallowed it whole.

Watching the white snake disappear from the spot, Hyuga Yu chuckled:

"I never intended to be the savior of the family; I just needed a group of helpers who could be used when necessary."

He didn't consider himself a completely wicked person, but he wasn't a good person either.

Helping to free a caged bird from its cage naturally comes at a price.

"Furthermore, do you really think Hiruzen Sarutobi, or Minato Namikaze, actually won?"

"The person who propelled him to become Hokage is me."

Amidst Hyuga Meigoku's stiff expression, Yu chuckled softly.

"With the legendary Sannin still alive, how do you think the Third Hokage bypassed them and made Minato the Hokage directly?"

(End of this chapter)