Fighting Cloud Ninja

Outside the Hyuga Clan's gate, four pairs of eyes, two large and two small, stared at each other, creating an awkward moment.

Oh, right! There were also the three Ninja Dogs behind Gu Qi, who were also staring blankly at this suddenly appearing guy.

Gu Qi's mouth twitched slightly. The forehead protector of a Cloud Ninja, the black night-traveling clothes… why did this scene feel so familiar?

According to the original plot, Gu Qi remembered that the Cloud Ninja who kidnapped Hinata should have been killed by Hyuga Hiashi before they even left the Hyuga Clan's gate.

This meant that the Cloud Ninja leader should have already been dead by now.

But now, Gu Qi was very confused as to why the guy in front of him had successfully taken the Hyuga Clan's eldest daughter out of the compound and directly outside.

Director! Did you grab the wrong script!

This wasn't the time for wild thoughts. Gu Qi directly threw the snacks in his hand at the opponent and shouted, "Help! There's a thief!"

Blocking the snacks thrown at him with one hand, the Cloud Ninja leader's eyes turned cold upon hearing Gu Qi's shout.

"Brat, you're asking for death!"

Putting down Hyuga Hinata, the Cloud Ninja directly attacked the shouting Gu Qi.

"Lightning Style - Lightning Ball."

The Cloud Ninja quickly formed hand seals, and then a massive Lightning Ball was thrown directly at Gu Qi.

"Holy crap!" He didn't expect the other party to attack without any preamble.

"Shield of Protection!" Just as the Lightning Ball was about to hit Gu Qi, a faint, sky-blue shield appeared in front of him.

Dong! Zzzzzzz!

The Lightning Ball hit the shield and changed direction, smashing into the walls on both sides of the street.

"Brat, I'm taking your head." The Cloud Ninja was drawn to Gu Qi's technique.

"Huh? Die! Rasengan!" Gu Qi continued to maintain the shield with his right hand while gathering Chakra behind his back with his left.

However, the opponent was a Jonin after all, and he easily dodged Gu Qi's Rasengan attack.

"Tch, damn it."

"Rasengan? I didn't expect you to know the Fourth Hokage's ninjutsu at such a young age. Kid, I can't let you live any longer." The Cloud Ninja's killing intent grew stronger.

Gu Qi, at such a young age, had achieved so much. If he were allowed to grow, he would become a very troublesome enemy in the future.

Eliminating the geniuses of enemy nations was something many ninja enjoyed doing.

"Lightning Style - Lightning Illusion Flash Pillar!"

"Ah! My eyes!"

Like a flashbang, Gu Qi was completely blinded by the opponent's attack.

"Die! Lightning Style - Heavy Torrent Explosion!" A large amount of Lightning Style Chakra gathered on the Cloud Ninja's elbow, forcefully breaking through Gu Qi's shield and hitting him in the stomach.

"Gag!"

The powerful lightning continued to rage inside Gu Qi's body, while the heavy elbow strike displaced his internal organs.

Gu Qi was not only blinded but also found it extremely difficult to even move.

"Die! Lightning Style - Lightning Style: Hell Stab Four-Finger Hand."

A large amount of Chakra gathered on the Cloud Ninja's four fingers. If this strike hit Gu Qi, he probably wouldn't even leave a body behind.

As if sensing Gu Qi was in danger, Hachi and Rasu, who had been cowering in the corner, suddenly darted out and bit the Cloud Ninja's ankles, one on each side.

"Ah~ you two dead dogs, get lost."

Painfully bitten by Rasu and Hachi, the Cloud Ninja kicked them away, one with each foot.

"Wuwu~" The screams of Rasu and Hachi in mid-air made Gu Qi's heart ache.

"Damn it! You're not allowed to hurt them, I'll fight you to the death!"

Gu Qi was furious. Even with blood still dripping from the corner of his mouth, he charged towards the Cloud Ninja, relying solely on his voice.

However, before Gu Qi could get close, he was scooped up around the waist.

Immediately after, a very authoritative voice echoed in Gu Qi's ear:

"Eight Trigrams - Revolving Heaven!"

Thwack!

Despite being held, the severely injured Gu Qi felt a powerful shockwave.

"Eight Trigrams - Sixty-Four Palms."

After a series of striking sounds, Gu Qi heard a heavy thud.

Following that, Gu Qi heard a voice by his ear: "Clan Head, this child's internal organs are displaced and require treatment."

Gu Qi immediately understood. This was the Hyuga's guard, who had heard his cries for help and rescued him.

"Save~ my~ Ninja Dogs!" Gu Qi said, then fainted.

Looking at the unconscious Gu Qi, Hyuga Hiashi, holding the equally unconscious Hinata, commanded, "Have the clan's medical ninja come quickly. We must save this child's life."

"Yes, Clan Head!"

"Also, please have someone from the Inuzuka Clan come. We must save the lives of these two Ninja Dogs, no matter what." Hiashi glanced at Rasu and Hachi, who were lying on the ground.

When Gu Qi woke up, it was already three days later.

"Cough, cough!"

As Gu Qi struggled to get up, a voice stopped him.

"Don't move around. Your internal organs are displaced; moving will only worsen the injuries."

"Kakashi? Kakashi, why can't I see?" Gu Qi struggled, shouting somewhat helplessly.

Kakashi pressed Gu Qi down and comforted him softly, "It's okay, it's okay. You're just temporarily blinded by the strong light. You'll recover soon."

Hearing this, Gu Qi gave up struggling. "Really?"

Kakashi patted Gu Qi's head. "Of course. When have I ever lied to you!"

Having lost his sight, Gu Qi felt extremely unaccustomed to it.

"My Ninja Dogs, how are they?" Gu Qi asked weakly from the bed.

Before Kakashi could answer, Gu Qi heard several barks near his ear.

"That's great, I'm glad you're okay." Gu Qi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Right," Gu Qi suddenly remembered the Cloud Ninja. "What about that Cloud Ninja?"

Kakashi sighed at the mention of it. "Don't worry about this matter; it involves too many people."

"By the way, did you know? The person you saved this time was the young lady of the Hyuga Clan, Hyuga Hinata!" Kakashi changed the subject.

Gu Qi already knew, but he still played along. "Really? Then the Hyuga Clan must thank me properly."

"Of course, Gu Qi! Our Hyuga Clan will definitely thank you properly."

"Hyuga Clan Head."

Just then, Hyuga Hiashi arrived at Gu Qi's hospital room with Hyuga Hinata.

"Hyuga Clan Head, I was just joking with Kakashi earlier. Even if it wasn't Miss Hinata this time, but someone else, I would have stepped in to save them," Gu Qi said softly.

Hyuga Hiashi praised him, "Gu Qi, you will definitely become a great ninja in the future. Hinata, come and thank your savior quickly."

"Gu, Gu Qi, thank you." Hyuga Hinata said softly.

"I apologize, my daughter is a bit shy," Hyuga Hiashi said apologetically.

"Not at all. It's probably because my Gu Qi is too scary-looking and frightened the young lady," Kakashi said.

"Hey, hey, hey, Kakashi, I'm still here!" Gu Qi said indignantly.

Gu Qi felt extremely regretful at this moment. Because he was blind, he hadn't even seen what Hyuga Hinata looked like.

"Gu Qi, if there's anything you want, please tell me. I will do anything within my power." Hyuga Hiashi said very solemnly.

Gu Qi shook his head. "No need, I really don't need anything."

Hyuga Hiashi didn't insist. "Alright then. If you need anything in the future, Gu Qi, just say the word."

"Thank you, Lord Hiashi."

"Gu Qi, you're being too polite. Just call me Uncle."

"Huh?" Gu Qi and Kakashi looked dumbfounded. What was going on?

"Never mind, Gu Qi. Focus on recovering! If there's a chance in the future, we can chat more."

"Goodbye, Lord Hiashi!"

After Hyuga Hiashi and the Hyuga Clan members left, Kakashi stared at Gu Qi. "Spill it. What are you hiding from me?"

"What are you talking about?" Gu Qi was confused.

"Clan Head Hiashi actually told you to call him Uncle. Confess now, did you do something?"

Gu Qi was puzzled. "No!"

"Then it's strange?" Kakashi also couldn't figure out the situation.

"Who knows!"

"Right, are you sure the little girl you know is from the Hyuga branch family and not Miss Hinata?" Kakashi suddenly asked.

"How is that possible! If it were, why would the other party never have any guards, and why would she look so thin and small?" Gu Qi said confidently.

"That's true. You're so ugly, how could a cute young lady like her possibly like you?" Kakashi said with certainty.

"Get lost."