Thirteen-year-old Neji had come to understand the truth of the Ninja World.
Unfortunately, his proud nature meant no one paid attention to him or understood him.
The Hyūga genius—his genius was not limited to ninjutsu attainment, but also included his ability to think.
Neji's comprehension could definitely rank among the top five.
A genius whose understanding surpassed his strength.
But... this Ninja World was ruled by whoever had the bigger fist.
If Neji possessed the strength of certain people, he truly would have made the Hyūga change, whether willingly or by force.
In any case, he would never do something like slaughtering his entire clan.
"Lady Hinata, I admit that I underestimated you before. I never expected your talent had always been limited by not eating enough."
"Your talent exceeds my understanding... in terms of strength, no one in the Hyūga Clan can match you anymore."
"But... you are too kind. When fighting Miss Hibana, you always held back. If Naruto's Chakra had not been inside you, perhaps you would have been injured every time..."
Neji was about to continue, but Hinata interrupted him this time.
And when her appetite was mentioned again, Hinata did not feel embarrassed.
"Brother Neji, there's no need to say any more."
"Naruto-kun has told me many things. Maybe I really am not suited to be a ninja, but I will keep working hard."
Neji stood frozen for a long while.
Looking at the determination in Hinata's eyes, the corners of his mouth rose uncontrollably, like an older brother watching his younger sister finally grow up.
"You no longer even need hand seals to activate the Byakugan."
Neji murmured softly, then activated his own Byakugan.
"Since that's the case..."
Neji's gaze drifted uncontrollably toward Naruto in the stands.
"Naruto couldn't possibly know these things... so