What Kind of Battle Counts as a Curbstomp

"Ah! Of course, no problem!"

Although this incident was somewhat unexpected, it was an excellent opportunity to resolve the conflict between Konoha and Hidden Cloud Village. Kakashi clearly had no intention of deepening the misunderstanding between them.

"However, since the other party used Genjutsu to control Killer B in an attempt to provoke a war between Konoha and Hidden Cloud Village, perhaps the mastermind behind it will not stop there."

Kakashi looked at the Hidden Cloud Village members, his seemingly casual demeanor conveying both a warning and a deterrent to the Kumogakure.

In fact, during negotiations, one can often judge the other party's attitude simply by looking at the negotiators they send.

Among the Cloud Ninja led by Dodai, besides the eight Anbu, there were only Darui and Yugito.

The Anbu must follow orders, and Darui is a relatively calm ninja.

As for the Two-Tails Jinchuriki Yugito serves as a deterrent force. As long as she doesn't lose control of her emotions, she can play the "bad cop" role in negotiations.

From the very beginning, Dodai never intended to reclaim Killer B through war.

However, Hinata's seemingly joking provocation completely enraged Yugito.

After Hinata defeated Yugito in one move, Konoha had gained absolute dominance over Kumogakure, and the initiative was completely in Konoha's hands.

"Teacher Kakashi!"

Hinata protested, "We're not just going to return the Eight-Tails to Hidden Cloud Village like this, are we? That thing is worth a lot of money!"

Kakashi turned to Hinata and scolded her, "Hinata, stop fooling around!"

Hinata crossed her arms, pouted, and said angrily, "Then we're really at a disadvantage!"

Kakashi ignored Hinata and looked at Dodai, saying, "Then Killer B will be left to the people of Hidden Cloud Village to deal with."

Tsuchita nodded slightly and said in a deep voice, "Thank you! We, the Hidden Cloud Village Dodai, will definitely investigate this matter thoroughly and give Konoha an explanation as soon as possible."

After saying this, Dodai waved his hand, and two Hidden Cloud Village Anbu stepped forward, lifted Killer B, and then retreated back into Hidden Cloud Village's camp.

"Farewell, everyone from Konoha!"

After speaking, Dodai turned and left with the group of Cloud Ninja.

Hinata and the others stood there for about three or four minutes. Kakashi turned to look at Hinata, Hinata replied, "We can't see them anymore!"

After saying that, Hinata closed her Byakugan.

Kakashi looked around a few times, then said, "Let's go back too!"

Konoha Camp.

"Kakashi, if we ask Killer B to Hidden Cloud Village troops in exchange for Killer Bee's help, Hidden Cloud Village might agree to our request."

Inside the tent, Asuma spoke first, "Just like Hinata said, if we release Killer B directly, Konoha will suffer a huge loss."

Kakashi explained weakly, "Even if we hadn't made any demands, Hidden Cloud Village would have withdrawn its troops anyway; it was just a matter of time."

"Making demands would only make Konoha seem weak."

Asuma thought about it for a moment and nodded in agreement.

Kakashi continued, "After tonight's events, the problems in Kumogakure have been resolved, but the mastermind behind the Genjutsu that controlled Killer B has still not left a trace."

Asuma frowned and asked, "Kakashi, what's your guess?"

Kakashi said solemnly, "It might be the Sharingan, or it might be the Rinnegan... Even the Sharingan with Three Tomoe couldn't achieve this level of Genjutsu."

Upon hearing this, Asuma murmured, "The Akatsuki possesses both of these eye techniques."

Genma Shiranui asked in confusion, "But how did the Akatsuki manage to do that?"

"Killer B is the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki. Even if he is on the front lines, Hidden Cloud Village will definitely send Anbu to protect him closely."

"The opponent can easily control Killer B..."

At this point, Genma Shiranui turned to look at Hinata, his meaning clear.

Even Hinata would need some effort to suppress Killer B, and the power of the Rinnegan is comparable to Hinata's, so suppressing the Tailed Beasts would also require a tough battle.

However, the people of Kumogakure only realized this afterward.

This means that the mastermind did not fight Killer B, but controlled Killer B and the Eight-Tails in an instant.

Kakashi said in a deep voice, "I previously guessed that it was Itachi Uchiha who did it... but Itachi's Dojutsu power shouldn't be that strong yet."

"In my knowledge, there is perhaps only one person who can do this—the true form of the Rinnegan!"

Hinata, who was listening from the side, was getting a headache. She scratched her head and said, "Um... you guys talk first, I'm so sleepy my eyelids are drooping."

Asuma glanced at Hinata and mercilessly retorted, "Liar, you're perfectly fine; you could easily have another midnight snack."

Hinata asked excitedly, "Is Teacher Asuma treating?"

Asuma: "..."

Kakashi looked at Hinata and asked, "Hinata, do you think it's possible to control the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki in an instant if the Rinnegan's true form were to intervene personally?"

"Hmm..."

Hinata said with a troubled expression, "I don't know either! But it should be okay!"

Kakashi nodded slightly, then said, "This matter is no longer something we can interfere with. I will report this to the village immediately and ask the Lord Hokage to make a decision."

After leaving the council tent, Hinata returned to her own tent and took out a small mirror from her luggage.

"Tenseigan!"

Touching her reflection in the mirror, Hinata blushed slightly and murmured, "So beautiful!"

Among the various eye techniques in the Shinobi World, the Sharingan is undoubtedly the coolest, but the Tenseigan is probably the most beautiful.

Once Hinata awakens the Tenseigan, Tenseigan eye techniques become like innate knowledge, allowing her to use various eye techniques at will.

However, Hinata was unaware of the fundamental principles Tenseigan technique.

With the Tenseigan eye technique, Hinata's strength was undoubtedly greatly enhanced.

Hinata's three wishes before her time travel have now been largely fulfilled.

Hinata's advantages are twofold: one is her Talent Cheat, and the other is her Tenseigan (Tenseigan).

The so-called "Talent Cheat" refers to someone who possesses the ability to easily defeat Madara Uchiha through casual training.

Hinata once thought that the Tenseigan was her strongest cheat, but in fact, the potential of her Talent Cheat was much greater than that of the Tenseigan.

Madara Uchiha's ultimate form is the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki. Even if you are both Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, you might not be able to easily defeat the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki.

That's right!

What does "beating someone up" mean?

In the Original Story, during the survival exercise of Team 7, Kakashi hadn't even used his full strength before Team 7 was completely wiped out.

This kind of battle is a true crushing defeat.

Only Hashirama Senju or Madara Uchiha subdued Tailed Beasts with a single move could it be considered a complete defeat.

Hinata's Talent Cheat includes the Tenseigan ability.

After the Tenseigan, Hinata had a complete understanding of her current strength level, her future development direction, and the limits she could reach.

At the same time, Hinata also fully realized how terrible the Talent Cheat system was.