"Very good, Neji. Since you already understand the truth and have made this resolve, welcome to our side. Although your public identity will still be Neji Hyuga of the Branch Family, I'll suggest to Uncle Hyuga that whenever Hinata trains in the future, you train nearby as well."
"The techniques Uncle Hyuga teaches Hinata can only be learned by the Main Family, but you can secretly study them from the side. I'll also speak to Uncle Hyuga and have him give you some extra instruction. That way, your progress will speed up too. On the surface, you'll be a member of the Branch Family, but secretly, you'll enjoy the Main Family's treatment."
"Then, once I become Hokage, I'll remove your Caged Bird curse mark. When that time comes, you'll gain true freedom!" Naruto began planning out Neji's future.
Neji was deeply moved when he heard that. From now on, Naruto was practically his blood brother!
No one could touch Naruto. Not while Neji was around!
"Thank you so much, Naruto!" Neji said gratefully, his eyes slightly moist.
"It's nothing. We're bros. Come on, I'll take you to Uncle Hyuga!" Naruto casually draped an arm over Neji's shoulder and led him off to find Hiashi Hyuga.
Neji felt a little awkward, but he did not directly refuse. It was not that he disliked Naruto's behavior; he was simply used to being alone and was not accustomed to having someone's arm around his shoulders.
Still, everything had a first time. Once he got used to it, it would be fine.
Naruto took Neji directly to the reception room from earlier. Hiashi Hyuga was sitting there with his eyes closed, calm and composed, looking like some reclusive master beyond the mortal world.
Naruto chuckled when he saw him. Oh? Not talking? Putting on