Honkai Impact 3rd: This is how Obito and Rin used it

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The atmosphere was eerily quiet.

Not long ago, the group was having a heated discussion about the loss of the Byakugan, but the atmosphere changed after an urgent letter was delivered to the Ino-Shika-Cho trio.

"Sigh~"

"Hiss~"

"This!~" The three members of the Ino-Shika-Cho trio huddled together, staring at the letter in Nara Shikaku's hand, exclaiming in surprise from time to time.

Across from him, Hiashi Hyuga, who had been sitting upright with a cold demeanor, felt a chill run down his spine from the three men's breaths.

He looked at the three of them with a puzzled expression and asked, "Jonin Shikaku, what happened?"

Yamanaka Inoichi and Akimichi Choza looked at Nara Shikaku, who hesitated for a moment before handing the intelligence in his hand to Hyuga Hiashi.

Hiashi Hyuga was not supposed to have access to intelligence from the front lines, but driven by curiosity, he accepted it anyway.

Three seconds later, his eyes widened and he began to gasp.

"This...this...is this real?"

Hiashi Hyuga looked up in shock, his gaze falling on Shikaku Nara: "Could this be fake news?"

Nara Shikaku shook his head: "The information sent back by our informants is definitely true."

"Moreover, such information is unlikely to be faked, and it won't be long before the entire ninja world knows about it."

Only then did Hiashi Hyuga believe it.

Looking at the information in the intelligence report, it still felt somewhat unbelievable.

"God Moon Nebula," he murmured the name.

"The Leaf Demon Star".

"I never imagined he could grow to this level."

He knew about the Divine Moon Nebula earlier than others.

Previously on the Northwest front, he served as the deputy commander, and was one of the ninjas from Sunagakure who, along with his younger brother Hyuga Hizashi, challenged Sunagakure.

His opponent's exceptional swordsmanship left a deep impression on him.

At that time, however, he believed that the opponent's strength was at the level of a Jonin. If he hadn't been too young, he wouldn't have been given the title of "Konoha Demon Star" by his enemies so early on.

But how much time has passed since then?

The enemy first joined forces with the long-time genin Might Guy on the southeastern front to fight against the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. Of the seven renowned ninja swordsmen of Kirigakure, five were killed.

Now they've done something so big in Kirigakure.

The intelligence report is quite detailed: Sunagakure's Scorching Release user, Yotsuki Seiun, and Konoha's ninja, Shingetsu Seiun, attacked Kirigakure in succession.

The Three-Tails went out of control, the fate of the Third Mizukage was unknown, Yagura Karatachi was defeated and retreated, and the young Kirigakure special jonin 'Ao' and thirteen other ninjas died.

If it weren't for the more detailed description that follows, the main content of the intelligence would be far too outrageous.

Therefore, it is understandable to suspect that the information is fake.

"Two people, managing to do something so big in Kirigakure's stronghold and still manage to escape unscathed," Hyuga Hiashi said, looking at Nara Shikaku.

"This is no longer within the realm of genius."

"Instead, they truly possess strength approaching that of a 'Kage'."

Chapter 193 The Lost Asuma Sarutobi

Nara Shikaku did not refute, but nodded in agreement.

"If the intelligence is not too far off, then it should be."

"It's also a good thing for the village. Another young powerhouse comparable to the Yellow Flash. The three generations of adults will be laughing in their sleep."

Hiashi Hyuga smiled, but the smile looked somewhat bitter.

Reflecting on Shingetsu Seiun's achievements, Hyuga Hiashi asked himself: If it were him, could he have done the same?

The answer left him somewhat disappointed.

Hyuga Hikaru boasts of being a major clan in Konoha and even the ninja world, but aside from his advantage in reconnaissance, the Byakugan's enhancement in battle is limited.

This distinction becomes more pronounced at higher levels. When a member is a genin or chunin, every Hyuga clansman is a treasure in the team, but their status begins to decline once they reach jonin.

And after Hyuga Tennin, how long has it been since the Hyuga clan produced a renowned Kage-level figure?

While the successive heads of the Hyuga clan may have been quite powerful, the clan's rule against taking unnecessary risks has caused the Hyuga clan's reputation to decline day by day.

Take himself as an example.

Since assuming the position of Hyuga clan chief, he has considered himself to have worked diligently and tirelessly for the development of the clan.

But how long has it been since he last fought on the front lines?

Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Legendary Sannin of Konoha, the White Fang of Konoha, the Yellow Flash… these are just some of the names that shine brightly in the ninja world, but none of them include Hiashi Hyuga. Within his clan, he is the revered clan leader, the authority of the clan. But in the entire ninja world, he is merely the 'Hyuga Clan Leader'.

Now, another rising star in Konoha is emerging, and he can't help but feel a mix of emotions.

At this moment, Choza Akimichi remarked with admiration, "What an enviable talent."

"How old is Jonin Nebula again this year?"

Nara Shikaku thought for a moment and said, "It's been less than three years since I graduated from the Ninja Academy."

"But I heard that Jonin Nebula repeated two grades at the Ninja Academy, so... he should be an adult this year, right?"

Hiashi Hyuga suddenly spoke up: "To be precise, he'll be an adult in a month."

Choza Akimichi's eyes widened: "How do you know so much?"

Hiashi Hyuga said, "The main family lost their Byakugan, and the branch family was killed in action. I carefully checked their information before coming here."

Akimichi Choza then realized what was happening.

The group's emotions were somewhat complicated. Nara Shikaku said, "Chief Hiashi."

"In that case, let's wait and see."

"When the Jonin from Nebula returns, he might bring back news about the Byakugan."

Hiashi Hyuga said no more, nodded in agreement, and left with three Hyuga ninja.

...

The major events that Shenyue Xingyun was undertaking in Wuyin could not be kept secret.

Not long after Nara Shikaku and other high-ranking officials learned of Shingetsu Seiun's attack on Kirigakure, more and more Konoha ninjas learned of the news.

As for where the information came from, it is impossible to know. However, there is no need to hide such news. Soon, the news spread from the camp like a gust of wind.

"Hey! Have you heard? Jonin Nebula went to Kirigakure and caused a huge disturbance!"

"Have you heard? A Jonin from Nebula and a ninja from Sunagakure teamed up to attack Kirigakure, and I heard the Third Mizukage was even killed!"

"Have you heard? The Jonin from Nebula destroyed Kirigakure's stronghold, and even if all the Kirigakure people went in, they couldn't stop him."

"I've heard about it. I heard that Kirigakure attacked our warehouse, and Nebula King couldn't stand it and chased them all the way to Kirigakure's lair."

"Huh? Where did you hear this version from?"

"What I heard was that the girlfriend of the Jonin Nebula was killed by the people of Kirigakure, and he went to Kirigakure's stronghold alone to seek revenge?"

"Almost almost."

"But it was really exhilarating."

"I heard that someone stormed into the enemy's stronghold and managed to escape unscathed. I wish I could have done that."

"You? Your legs are shaking when you come back from taking a dump, you think you can handle something this big? Don't dream about it!"

"You think you're so great? You can't even stand up to pee without having to hold onto the wall. You're not even as good as me!"

Similar arguments were taking place throughout the camp.

A young ninja from our own side went alone to the enemy's lair and caused a huge upheaval; just hearing about it is astonishing.

As the ninjas heard the news, they embellished it and spread it further, resulting in a growing number of versions.

Some people felt fortunate that the village had such a young expert, while others fantasized about one day being able to single-handedly defeat the stronghold of another village and strike fear into the hearts of their enemies.

But some people have mixed feelings, especially those who know the protagonist of the incident.

The entrance to a tent.

Sarutobi Asuma slumped unceremoniously on a beach chair, two short swords stuck in the ground in front of him.

He stared at the sky, his gaze somewhat vacant.

When Kurenai, who had come out to fetch water, saw him like this, she asked in confusion, "Asuma? What are you doing sitting here?"

"Didn't you practice your sword today?"

Sarutobi Asuma snapped out of his daze, turned to look at Yuhi Kurenai, and his empty eyes turned numb.

"Practicing swordsmanship?"

"Practice my ass!"

"Asuma!" Kurenai Yuhi frowned. "No swearing."

Sarutobi Asuma shut up in annoyance.

Kurenai walked up to Sarutobi Asuma and sat down on a small stool.