I founded the "Bragging Cult" in Naruto.

Chapter 287 Returning from annual leave, I found the company had become a completely unfamiliar place.

Upon hearing this, Chenma instantly understood what the method was: the Eight Gates Formation.

This is the ultimate form of physical martial arts, and it also requires the greatest sacrifice. Tatsuma had actually considered learning this technique.

However, he ultimately couldn't abandon other techniques to focus solely on physical techniques, and Dai never mentioned it to him. Dai seemed carefree, but he kept the Eight Gates technique extremely well hidden.

It's not that he's unwilling to teach, but this skill isn't something just anyone can learn. Teaching it easily would only harm the learner.

For Dai to reveal this secret and express his willingness to teach them, it's clear that Sento and Nawaki have gained Dai's approval, which is no easy feat.

But this is a forbidden technique. Tatsuma frowned and asked, "The process of teaching forbidden techniques isn't that simple. If you want to learn it, the village will inevitably find out. Have you considered that?"

"Don't worry!"

Sento suddenly revealed a mouthful of white teeth typical of Konoha and said, "I already said I've thought it through. It doesn't matter if others find out, or rather..."

The more spectators there are when my youth blossoms, the more my passion surges!

Seeing that Qian Dou was aware of the consequences, Chen Ma could only nod and say, "Actually, there are benefits to you learning the Eight Gates Formation. Your meridians and acupoints are much more open than those of ordinary people."

Moreover, you have the ability to see your own body clearly. What others may need to work hard for a long time to find and open may just be a difficult hurdle for you.

However, precisely because of this, when learning this technique, you must avoid being impatient for quick results. After all, each of the Eight Gates is more powerful than the last, but the cost is also gradual.

Qian Dou nodded, then realized what he meant and asked, "How did you know it was the Eight Gates Formation? And how do you know so much about this technique? Did Brother Dai explain it to you?"

Tatsuma paused for a moment before realizing that Sento had only mentioned forbidden physical techniques without specifying what those techniques were; he had simply assumed it was something else entirely.

But Tatsuma reacted quickly, revealing a somewhat arrogant smile, and said, "Don't forget, I'm the one who inherited the Second Hokage's legacy. I have all the information he collected during his lifetime."

"is that so?"

Sento scratched his head, but then he remembered that Tatsuma had always been very smart and the most knowledgeable among them, and all his doubts vanished.

Based on their conversation, Minato roughly learned about the strength and cost of this forbidden taijutsu called Eight Gates. As for Tenka, he had been thinking with his head down the whole time.

After Tatsuma and Sento finished their conversation and fell silent again, Tenfu finally raised his head and asked, "What do you think is the appropriate number of tomoe Sharingan for me?"

Sento looked at him like he was an idiot and said, "Aren't you already at the three-tomoe level? Want to unlock a few more?"

But Tatsuma and Minato realized what was happening, and Minato asked, "Aren't you going to hide it anymore?"

"It's been four years. I've heard too many rumors. I don't really care about myself, since I know my own situation. But my grandmother and Obito have also experienced some bad comments because of me."

Tianfeng's tone was filled with guilt. He had experienced the war and the deaths of his uncle and aunt who had protected him, yet he had remained oblivious. When the war ended, no one spoke ill of him.

At that time, the entire Uchiha clan was caught in a state of extreme and contradictory emotions, namely excitement and grief. However, with the return to normalcy after the war, the Uchiha clan's lack of combat power led to a surge in the search for new blood within the clan.

Tianfeng, who had been on the battlefield, was naturally a key target for observation, and his experience should have given rise to the Sharingan, but he had always concealed it well and acted very mediocre.

Over time, some negative voices began to emerge within the clan. Although his grandmother and Obito understood and even comforted him, saying that living was more important than anything else, Tenfeng still couldn't bear to see his only remaining family members being criticized behind his back.

Especially Obito, as a child of the Uchiha clan, should have been valued within the Uchiha clan after the war, but because of his cousin's mediocrity, Obito was also regarded as someone without talent.

Even his peers in the clan ostracized him; otherwise, Obito wouldn't have gone outside the clan to find friends. Tenfeng felt a deep sense of guilt towards Obito, after all, it was he who caused Obito to lose his parents at a young age.

Chenma pursed his lips and said, "Do you want the clan to know first, or the village?"

"Um?"

Tianfeng was somewhat puzzled, and Chenma said, "I have a guess. The Uchiha have adjusted their strategy. They are spreading goodwill towards the village and want to clear up some misunderstandings with it."

If you're willing to let the village know about your Sharingan awakening first, I'll try my best to make you a bridge between the village and the Uchiha clan. But if I fail, it might bring suspicion from the village and contempt from the clan.

"But if you let your clan know about this first, you will be valued by your clan leader's lineage, but you will also be branded with a deeper Uchiha identity."

"Let the village know first."

Before Chenma could finish speaking, Tianfeng interrupted him, muttering, "Uchiha, huh!"

Without explaining the reason, the disdain on his face made Tatsuma understand. Tatsuma nodded, looked at Sento, and said, "Sento, you don't mind becoming a hero of the Heavenly Wind's Eye Opening, do you?"

"What do you mean?"

"Tenka can open his eyes, but it absolutely couldn't have been four years ago. The best time is now, since you're planning to learn the Eight Gates. I'll share the information the Uchiha discovered about Suzuyui, and..."

Your and Tianfeng's determination, and the changes you are willing to make or have already made, should be communicated to the Third Hokage. This will give you a legitimate reason to learn the Eight Gates, and Tianfeng can also reasonably open his eyes.

After listening to Tatsuma's explanation, Sento nodded and said, "No problem. I have a suggestion: say that after Tenka finds out about Suzuyui, he wants to spar with me to vent his frustrations."

Then, after I beat him up, he opened his eyes in a fit of rage. What do you think of that?

"You're going to die!!!"

A sudden storm arose, and Tianfeng, riding on Qiandou's back, grabbed Qiandou's hair with both hands. Qiandou performed a crocodile roll, breaking free from Tianfeng. Tianfeng stopped chasing and instead asked triumphantly:

"It's obvious who beat whom up! It's more like you got a beating from me after I opened my eyes, and then, in a fit of rage, you wanted to learn that Eight Gates technique!"

"Shameless Uchiha, they actually launched a sneak attack!"

"Hmph, you're no match for the Hyuga clan's ability to spread rumors and distort the truth!"

Tatsuma and Minato couldn't bear to watch their "interaction," so they silently cleaned up the spilled lunchboxes and tea. Once they finished, Tenka and Sento also ended their usual argument.

Looking at the two who had taken deep breaths to calm themselves, Tatsuma said, "If there are no problems, I'll arrange it this way. What do you think of the double-tomoe Sharingan?"

"Pretty much. The geniuses in the clan also reach this level around the same age."

Tianfeng nodded and said, "But telling the village first shouldn't affect my learning about the Sharingan's uses in the clan, right? After all, the reason I revealed this is to get in touch with those techniques."

"No problem. Your clan leader, or at least the young clan leader, is already showing goodwill. Once the Third Hokage finds out, I will host a banquet to invite your young clan leader to test his attitude, and I will also bring this matter up for you."

"That's fine!"

Although he didn't know what Tatsuma would do, Tenfeng was willing to believe that the three people here were all friends he trusted, after all, they were people who had truly kept his secret for several years.

Tatsuma nodded and said, "However, if the village and the Uchiha clan really do communicate more amicably, then as the bridge between them, you probably can no longer bully men and women."

"I wasn't bullying men or women! It was the duty of the security department!"

After finishing his sullen speech, Tianfeng couldn't resist asking out of curiosity, "What will I do then? If the Security Forces' stipend doesn't go off, Grandma will need medical care, and Obito will be starting school next year."

As he spoke, he suddenly became flustered. Chenma waved his hand and said, "The village will definitely arrange a position for you. I will also try my best to get you to work under me."

The first Uchiha to join Konoha's Anbu, how does that title sound?

Hehehe~

A foolish smile appeared on Tianfeng's face, his eyes unfocused, as if he had already begun to imagine how his life would change as the first Uchiha to join Konoha's Anbu.

"And me?"

Sento suddenly said quietly, "We're friends, so why is it that Tenka gets to join the Anbu? Is it that I, Hyuga Sento, am not worthy? Besides, I need to join the Anbu to realize my value even more than Tenka!"

Tianfeng can bully men and women in the village when he has nothing to do, but he has his grandmother and younger brother at home. What about him? Apart from training with Mighty and Rope Tree, he can only stay at home. Apart from Xiaodong, who is too scared to even talk to him, there is no one else at home.

Chenma looked troubled and said, "I'll see when the time comes. Tianfeng's situation isn't confirmed yet, so I can't make any guarantees. If there are any vacancies in the Anbu, I'll give you and Tianfeng priority recommendations."

Upon hearing this, Sento withdrew his resentful gaze. Tatsuma never expected that Sento would be interested in joining the Anbu. After all, even if Sento spent the rest of his life lying at home, the Hyuga branch family would take good care of him.

After finishing their business, Tatsuma and Minato didn't rush to leave. Instead, they chatted about friendly topics until evening, when they finally left after having dinner at Sento's house.

It's tough on Xiaodong. This girl has probably never been this tired in her life. After all, the Hyuga family's meals are very complicated, and it's really hard to serve someone with such a big appetite.

Back in the Senju clan's territory, Tatsuma found Nawaki and talked about whether he had decided to learn the Eight Gates.

Nawaki's answer surprised and left Tatsuma speechless. Nawaki really wanted to learn, but he was afraid that if he learned, he would overshadow Tatsuma, so he kept suppressing his thoughts.

Then, late at night, Tatsuma gave a demonstration of how to skillfully defeat Nawaki, making Nawaki realize that even if he learned the Eight Gates Formation, he would never be able to outshine Tatsuma.

The next day, Tatsuma went to the Hokage Building and explained to Hiruzen Sarutobi what had happened in the past few days, including the friendly attitude of the Uchiha clan and the results of their investigation.

Tenka learned of Suzuyui's changes and Sento's decision after being implicated, and even revealed some details of the battle to Hiruzen Sarutobi, implying that he had done a good job.

He also mentioned some things that the analysis team had discussed with him and Hatake Sakumo a few days ago, and analyzed the pros and cons and feasibility for Sarutobi Hiruzen.

After listening to Tatsuma talk for half the morning, Hiruzen Sarutobi silently lit a cigarette in his pipe, took a deep breath, and slowly exhaled.

Amidst the swirling smoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a hint of resentment, "Tatsuma, I gave you a vacation after the mission, didn't I? How come you're busier than me?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi reflected on what he had done in the past few days. He mourned his father, Sarutobi Sasuke, then met with his old friend Danzo, visited the cemetery to pay respects to the fallen heroes of Konoha, and participated in the release of river lanterns and a dance party.

It seems like he hasn't done anything serious. Compared to Tatsuma, Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly felt incredibly incompetent.

(End of this chapter)