Naruto: From Capturing the Main Clan to Becoming the Mastermind

Chapter 38 A Gift Before Parting

Above the base, two figures stood facing each other in the shadow of the building.

"Using the Impure World Reincarnation to remotely control the situation in Konoha, we unexpectedly thought of the same thing, Yu-kun."

Hearing the familiar tone coming from the reanimated ninja in front of him, Hyuga Meigoku, controlled by Hyuga Yu, laughed: "After all, if I use the Reanimation Jutsu and things are exposed, I can shift the blame onto you."

Orochimaru was taken aback, but didn't take the harmless joke to heart. The reason they used the Impure World Reincarnation was simply for convenience.

He looked the figure up and down, then shook his head with amusement. "You've become more confident, huh? Is it because your strength has improved?"

"My confidence comes from the accumulation of strength and knowledge. If, after all this growth, I still dared not face you directly, wouldn't you be disappointed? Orochimaru-sensei!"

Hinata Yu said in a low voice.

"...Teacher."

With a hint of emotion in his eyes, Orochimaru quietly looked at Hyuga Meigoku for a while, as if he could see Hyuga Yu's soul through this impure ninja.

That's right, he was Hinata Yu's teacher, his second teacher.

Might Guy helped Hyuga focus on building a solid foundation in martial arts, while he filled in all of Hyuga's gaps in knowledge. He never skimped on teaching Hyuga, covering everything from experimental research and forbidden techniques to sealing techniques...

There may have been a transaction involved, but the other party was undoubtedly his disciple.

He was also the only disciple to graduate!

"I heard that you have mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique. As one of the best members of the Hyuga clan, mastering it gives you the strength to stand on your own in the ninja world."

Orochimaru smiled. "Now, are you ready to fly out of this cage that is Konoha?"

"It's not the right time yet."

Hyuga Yu denied it, saying, "They will leave. I want to witness the peace that the Fourth Hokage longed for."

Orochimaru glanced at him with some surprise, then turned thoughtfully toward the entrance to the Root base. "The Flying Thunder God Technique and the Nine-Tails are very intimidating, but after the First Hokage's death, neither the Second Hokage nor Mito could bring peace to the ninja world."

"Minato is a breath of fresh air in Konoha, but he can't reach the entire ninja world. You should know that very well."

"Mm." Hinata Yu nodded calmly.

Orochimaru tilted his head, glancing at him out of the corner of his eye. Without asking his intentions, he remarked with a touch of melancholy, "We both witnessed the birth of Shin, but you haven't seen his Mangekyou Sharingan abilities, have you?"

"He is my most satisfying work so far. The power of the Senju and Uchiha is balanced in him. After I gave meaning to his birth, the power of Shin's awakening did not disappoint me."

"Although the eye technique that Tsunade was hit by takes time to activate, even the Byakugan would find it difficult to detect before it is fully activated. Moreover, without understanding the initial intention, one can never break free from genjutsu. Even I dare not say that I can easily deal with such a technique."

At this point, Orochimaru's eyes flashed.

If it weren't for the ability to dispel the faith, he wouldn't have dared to let the other party use it on Tsunade.

"Is it a similar illusion to Izanami?"

Using his Byakugan to observe the Roots, Hyuga watched as Tsunade gradually raised her head, her eyes no longer showing any confusion or wavering.

Not only are their abilities similar, but their casting processes are also very similar. The initial genjutsu chakra in Tsunade's mind is like a seed that needs Tsunade to experience something memorable before it can be activated.

She must have been afflicted with this eye technique before she came to the Root... Was it a transcription seal?

Judging from the time it takes for the illusion to unfold and end, the time in the illusion space is similar to that of Tsukuyomi. Under Shin's control, Tsunade probably spent a considerable amount of time in it, repeating the process from entering Root to killing Shizune many times.

Even if Shizune didn't actually die, repeating this process would still be a form of torture, a test of Tsunade's soul.

The importance of Shizune to her is self-evident. Without rediscovering her original intentions, she could not escape the illusion and break free from the shadow left by death. Tsunade ultimately overcame this in such an environment.

"In that case, the original plan of the three generations will be wasted."

Orochimaru smiled slightly: "In the end, Master just wanted to try to push Tsunade into a seemingly hopeless situation so that she would confront her past. Danzo, on the other hand, was feigning agreement in order to uncover the hidden tricks left behind by Sarutobi-sensei."

"Neither of them had any hope that Tsunade could succeed. Since that's the case, I'll lend her a hand. Consider it a parting gift from me."

There were few things left for him to care about in Konoha. This war was the last time he would fight for Konoha.

Hyuga Yu chuckled lightly: "Your gift will surely make the Third Hokage and Danzo suspicious."

Orochimaru smiled in response: "It seems that Yu-kun doesn't care much."

Hinata Yu shook his head and said calmly, "You seem to have forgotten my identity."

"...The Shadow Guard, the Hyuga branch family...I see."

Orochimaru seemed to be deep in thought.

Now that Tsunade has recovered, if she wants to stay in Konoha for a long time, the only person she might support is Minato Namikaze.

In addition, the things she gave up to avoid the crisis will have a terrible impact on the Hyuga branch family. No one knows what Danzo will do, and no one believes that he would kindly help the branch family get rid of the Caged Bird Seal.

With the two combined, Hyuga Yu will actually receive Tsunade's care in Konoha... In fact, to prevent Hyuga Yu from being "bewitched" by Danzo in the name of freedom, Tsunade will take the initiative to help Hyuga Yu release the Caged Bird!

Strictly speaking, he did help Yu...

Or rather, Tsunade will inevitably recover; it just depends on who is manipulating things behind the scenes.

It could be Hiruzen Sarutobi, it could be him, or it could be... Hyuga Yu.

"Moreover, Konoha is a suitable cage for keeping birds."

As Orochimaru pondered, Hyuga Yu's indifferent voice came, startling him, before he smiled.

"Indeed."

While the two were talking, a dramatic change had already occurred at the root base.

As Tsunade's expression changed, Hyuga Tokuma, standing behind Danzo, swung his fist at Shin, who was standing nearby, while simultaneously shouting at Danzo:

"Lord Danzo, he's a member of the Uchiha clan. Tsunade has been freed from the genjutsu and may no longer be affected by hemophobia!"

Without Hyuga Yu's orders, he only needs to play the role of Danzo's subordinate.

Danzo instantly became alert, instantly moving to the side and looking at the Root Jonin who was being attacked by Hyuga Tokuma.

Orange chakra bones appeared on the opponent's body, easily blocking Tokuma's attack. Then, without lingering in the fight, the opponent rushed towards the exit at high speed.

Danzo narrowed his eyes slightly.

Is that bone structure Susanoo?

Kaleidoscope Sharingan...

When did the Uchiha clan give birth to these ominous eyes again?

Hiruzen, is this your backup plan?

Sensing the growing strength of Tsunade's aura on the other side, Danzo reached out and stopped the Root ninja who wanted to pursue him.

"You're no match for him, deal with Tsunade first!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi understood him, and he understood his old friend just as well.

All those in Konoha who could stop him were taken to the battlefield, leaving Konoha entirely in his hands. Of course, he could sense that something was wrong.

But could he not intervene? How big is the water gate?

23 years old!

And what about him?

He couldn't outlast the other person!

Furthermore, Minato had already begun training the next generation for Konoha: Kakashi, a Jonin at age 12, and Hyuga Hare, who mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique at age 15...

The older generation of ninja clans is dying out, while a new generation, like Nara Shikaku, is constantly emerging, graduating from the ninja academy and carrying on the Will of Fire.

Even the Uchiha clan produced more and more people similar to Kagami, such as Obito and Shisui.

Tobirama's suppression and changes to the ninja clans have always existed, and even the Uchiha clan gradually found their place within his legacy, standing beside the Hokage.

Under such circumstances, can he wait?

Konoha is very strong, and its potential is the greatest in the ninja world. Why can't it go even further?

Only if Danzo becomes Hokage can Konoha break free from the mild rule under Hiruzen and stand at the pinnacle of the ninja world!

He had to act, and he also needed to gain sufficient support in this opportunity.

Therefore... if Tsunade really overcomes her hemophobia, she will become the biggest obstacle in Konoha right now.

"Leave her here, whether she lives or dies!"

Accompanied by Danzo's cold words, dozens of Root ninjas attacked Tsunade simultaneously!

(End of this chapter)