Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Uchiha Shisui and Lord Fugaku discuss the Uchiha clan's ostracization and Shisui's desire to prevent a conflict between the clan and Konoha.
• Fugaku hints at a potential Hyuga clan crisis and advises Shisui to learn more about the complexities of the world.
• Danzo, along with other ANBU, infiltrates the Hyuga compound under the guise of observers to arrest Hiashi Hyuga for killing a Cloud ninja.
• Danzo manipulates the Hyuga clan elders, threatening to incite war if they don't comply with the village's demands.
• A Hyuga elder suggests replacing Hiashi with Hizashi, the Branch Family head, but reveals that the 'Caged Bird' seal cannot be removed, only destroyed by gouging out Hizashi's eyes.

Character Developments

• Uchiha Shisui: Shows concern for Konoha's well-being and a desire to prevent conflict, demonstrating his loyalty and wisdom.
• Lord Fugaku: Reveals his knowledge of the Hyuga clan's internal struggles and hints at his understanding of the political complexities of Konoha.
• Danzo: Exhibits his political acumen and manipulative skills, using threats and intimidation to control the Hyuga clan elders.
• Hyuga clan elders: Reveal their desperation to protect Hiashi and their awareness of the clan's precarious position in Konoha.

Significant Themes

• The political intrigue and manipulation within Konoha's leadership.
• The struggles of the Uchiha and Hyuga clans to maintain their status and identity within Konoha.
• The consequences of the 'Caged Bird' seal on the Hyuga Branch Family members' mental health and well-being.

Character Interactions

• Uchiha Shisui and Lord Fugaku: Discuss the Uchiha clan's situation and Fugaku's advice to Shisui.
• Danzo and the Hyuga clan elders: Danzo manipulates and threatens the elders, while they try to protect Hiashi and maintain the clan's dignity.
• The Hyuga clan elders and Hiashi/Hizashi: The elders attempt to protect Hiashi while considering the possibility of using Hizashi as a substitute.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hizashi Hyuga, the head of the Branch Family, is treated as a bargaining chip by the Main Family elder to appease Kumogakure.
• Hizashi is sealed with the "Caged Bird" seal, preventing him from resisting, by his own brother, Hiashi.
• Danzo offers compensation to the Hyuga clan, including a commercial street and increased mission rewards, to appease Hiashi.
• Danzo secretly plans to blind and paralyze Hiashi, using Hizashi as a scapegoat.

Character Developments

• Hizashi: Realizes the harsh reality of his situation, feels guilt and sorrow for his son Neji, and harbors deep hatred for the Main Family.
• Hiashi: Initially shows concern for Hizashi but ultimately activates the Caged Bird seal. Later, he is tricked by Danzo and loses his sight and paralysis.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and family politics within the Hyuga clan.
• The consequences of inaction and submission to authority (Hizashi's fate).
• Manipulation and betrayal (Danzo's actions).

Character Interactions

• Hizashi and Hiashi: Brothers with conflicting loyalties and power dynamics.
• Danzo and Hiashi: Danzo manipulates Hiashi, using him as a pawn in his schemes.
• Kazama Kaguya: Shows sympathy for Hizashi's situation but remains mostly detached.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Danzo uses the Self-Induced Curse Mark to incapacitate Hyuga Hiashi, blinding and paralyzing him.
• Danzo reveals his plan to frame Hizashi Hyuga as the new head of the main family, using a skin mask to cover Hizashi's Caged Bird curse mark.
• Hizashi kills Hiashi and pledges loyalty to Danzo, completing the switcheroo.
• Danzo gives Kazama Kaguya Hiashi's Byakugan and allows him to leave, warning him to tell Orochimaru about his resources.

Character Developments

• Danzo: Demonstrates his ruthlessness and cunning, orchestrating the switcheroo to gain control of the Hyuga clan.
• Hizashi Hyuga: Accepts his new role as the head of the main family, killing his brother Hiashi and pledging loyalty to Danzo.
• Kazama Kaguya: Witnesses the events, feigning shock and flattery towards Danzo, ultimately receiving Hiashi's Byakugan.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: Danzo manipulates the Hyuga brothers and uses his power to control others.
• Appearances vs. reality: The switcheroo highlights the discrepancy between appearances and reality, with Hizashi now appearing as the head of the main family despite being a pawn of Danzo.
• Power dynamics: The power struggle between Danzo, the Hyuga clan, and Orochimaru is evident, with Danzo currently holding the upper hand.

Character Interactions

• Danzo and Hizashi: Danzo manipulates and controls Hizashi, while Hizashi accepts his new role, killing Hiashi and pledging loyalty to Danzo.
• Danzo and Kazama Kaguya: Danzo allows Kazama Kaguya to leave, giving him Hiashi's Byakugan and warning him to tell Orochimaru about his resources. Kazama Kaguya feigns flattery towards Danzo.
• Kazama Kaguya and the Byakugan: Kazama Kaguya longs for the Byakugan, seeing it as a means to evolve into a pure-blooded Otsutsuki and escape death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Uchiha Shisui, now acting independently, guards the Hyuga compound to protect them and atone for his past inaction.
• Danzo and Root members visit the Hyuga, likely persuading them to compromise.
• Kazama Kaguya, a Kaguya clan member, steals the Byakugan from the Hyuga Main Family's head and flees into the Forest of Death to evolve into an Otsutsuki.
• Shisui follows Kaguya, intrigued by his strange behavior and speed.

Character Developments

• Shisui shows remorse for his past inaction and a strong sense of duty to Konoha and the Uchiha clan.
• Kazama Kaguya demonstrates determination, cunning, and a willingness to take risks to achieve his goals.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and transformation, both physical and personal.
• The consequences of one's actions and the need to atone for past mistakes.
• The struggle for power and survival within the ninja world.

Character Interactions

• Shisui watches over the Hyuga compound, unseen by them, showing a protective stance.
• Kazama Kaguya's actions indirectly involve Shisui, who becomes an unseen pursuer.
• Danzo's presence looms over the Hyuga clan, pressuring them into a decision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya, injured and in distress, summons Kisame Hoshigaki for help.
• Kisame finds Kaguya in a dire state, with his body collapsing and pursuers approaching.
• Uchiha Shisui, a skilled ninja with a three-tomoe Sharingan, appears and engages Kisame.
• Kisame uses his Water Release techniques to fend off Shisui and flees with Kaguya.
• Kaguya instructs Kisame to protect him for 15 minutes, warning him about impending danger from the Aburame clan and Shisui's Susanoo.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Struggles with severe injuries and a collapsing body, likely due to his Bloodline Disease. He remains calm and strategic, providing instructions to Kisame.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Initially frustrated with Kaguya's state, Kisame demonstrates his powerful Water Release techniques and speed, using the Body Flicker Technique to flee with Kaguya. He expresses interest in testing his strength against Shisui but ultimately prioritizes protecting Kaguya.
• Uchiha Shisui: Revealed to possess a three-tomoe Sharingan and the ability to use Susanoo. He is skilled, determined, and believes in the Will of Fire, making him a formidable opponent.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Sharingan and Mangekyo Sharingan, particularly Kotoamatsukami.
• The importance of strategic planning and prioritizing survival in dire situations.
• The tension between loyalty to one's village and personal ambition, as seen in Kisame's desire to test his strength against Shisui despite his mission to protect Kaguya.

Character Interactions

• Kisame Hoshigaki and Kazama Kaguya: Kisame initially expresses frustration with Kaguya's state but ultimately agrees to protect him. Kaguya provides strategic instructions to Kisame, emphasizing the importance of protecting him for 15 minutes.
• Uchiha Shisui and Kisame Hoshigaki: Shisui engages Kisame in battle, demonstrating his skill and determination. Kisame, intrigued by Shisui's strength, considers engaging him in combat but ultimately prioritizes protecting Kaguya.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kisame Hoshigaki and Kazama Kaguya are pursued by Shisui Uchiha through the Forest of Death.
• Kisame uses a powerful Water Release jutsu to create a massive tidal wave to slow down Shisui.
• They reach a river where Kisame decides to set up a defensive position due to Shisui's relentless pursuit.
• Shisui attacks with a Fire Release jutsu (Great Dragon Fire Technique), which Kisame counters with a Water Release jutsu (Great Exploding Water Colliding Wave).
• Shisui decides not to engage directly and awaits reinforcements from the Root Organization (Aburame Clan's Kikaichū).

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya's body undergoes significant changes after implanting the Byakugan, including a decrease in height, weight gain, and changes in eye color and appearance.
• Kazama activates his Byakugan, revealing the environment and Shisui's location and jutsu to Kisame.
• Shisui demonstrates his strategic thinking by using Kisame's chakra depletion to his advantage and considering the use of Susanoo, but ultimately decides against it due to the risk of further damaging his eyesight.

Significant Themes

• The power of tailed beasts and their influence on battles (Kisame's immense chakra reserves and Water Release abilities).
• The strategic use of jutsu and the consideration of one's own limitations (Shisui's decision not to use Susanoo).
• The consequences of using powerful abilities (Shisui's declining eyesight due to using Mangekyo Sharingan).

Character Interactions

• Kisame and Kazama work together to defend against Shisui's attacks, with Kisame providing protection and Kazama using his Byakugan to gather information.
• Shisui pursues Kisame and Kazama relentlessly, using his Sharingan and Fire Release jutsus to wear down Kisame's chakra.
• Ryoma Aburame arrives with the Kikaichū swarm, indicating potential reinforcement for Shisui's side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya is in the middle of a colossal water prison, protected by Kisame Hoshigaki's Water Style jutsu.
• He has 5 minutes left until his evolution is complete.
• Kisame summons sharks to protect Kazama and engages in battle with two powerful Jonin outside the water prison.
• Kazama undergoes physical transformations, growing horns on his head and gaining the ability to float and survive underwater.
• His evolution completes successfully, and he gains a powerful, diamond-shaped black dot on his heart called the Karma Seed.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya evolves from human to Otsutsuki, gaining new abilities and physical traits.
• Kisame Hoshigaki demonstrates his strength and skill in battle.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and transformation
• Power and strength
• Adaptability and survival

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki interact briefly, with Kisame protecting Kazama and engaging in battle.
• Kazama Kaguya does not interact directly with the other Jonin but is aware of their presence and power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya discovers he's a pure-blooded Otsutsuki in his Young Form, with chakra natures of Water, Lightning, Yang, and Yin.
• He learns about the Otsutsuki Clan's origins, evolutionary stages, and bloodline awakening skills from the obelisk and inherited knowledge.
• Kazama Kaguya deduces that Otsutsuki are not all-natured before consuming a Chakra Fruit and that Isshiki's lack of all-natured chakra supports this.
• He understands that the [Karma Seed] is a foundational skill for all Young Forms and that his future abilities will be unique to him.
• Kazama Kaguya learns about the Young Form and Mature Form stages, including the evolution of the Byakugan into special eyes like the Tenseigan, Black Eye, and Jōgan.
• He suspects that the God Tree Fruit is crucial for the next three evolutionary stages and considers preparing for it.
• Kazama Kaguya contemplates cooperating with or stealing Isshiki's Ten-Tails but deems it too risky and decides to find another way to obtain the Ten-Tails and the God Tree.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya accepts and understands his Otsutsuki heritage and the implications of his Young Form status.
• He learns about the Otsutsuki Clan's history and bloodline evolution, which helps him plan his future development.
• Kazama Kaguya demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in considering potential alliances or conflicts with Isshiki.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and growth, both personal and as a clan.
• The power of bloodlines and their limitations.
• The importance of knowledge and understanding one's heritage.
• Caution and strategic planning in the face of potential threats.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya interacts with the obelisk and the inherited knowledge, learning about the Otsutsuki Clan.
• He considers Isshiki as a potential ally or threat, ultimately deciding against interacting with him due to the risks involved.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya, inspired by the Sage of Six Paths and Madara's plan, aims to create his own Ten-Tails God Tree using the Evolution Equation.
• He decides to prioritize growing stronger and evolving his Kekkei Genkai before hunting Tailed Beasts.
• Uchiha Shisui activates his Susanoo, attacking Kazama Kaguya, Kisame Hoshigaki, and Aburame Ryoma.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: He becomes more ambitious, planning to create a new Ten-Tails God Tree and evolve his Kekkei Genkai.
• Uchiha Shisui: He demonstrates his powerful Susanoo, revealing his Mangekyo Sharingan and Byakugan countering abilities.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power hunger: Kazama Kaguya's desire for more power and influence drives his plans.
• Internal conflict: Tensions between Root, the Hyuga clan, and the Uchiha clan are highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya vs. Uchiha Shisui: Their conflict begins, with Shisui attacking Kazama Kaguya due to misunderstandings about his identity.
• Aburame Ryoma's allegiance: He sides with Uchiha Shisui, attempting to eliminate Kazama Kaguya on Danzo's orders.
• Kisame Hoshigaki's injury: He is severely injured by Shisui's Susanoo attack.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Uchiha Shisui summons a giant Susanoo and attacks Kazama Kaguya with a powerful storm slash.
• Kazama Kaguya uses his Shikotsumyaku to create a bone shield, but the Susanoo's attack is too powerful, sending him crashing to the ground.
• Aburame Ryoma and Kisame Hoshigaki engage in a brief skirmish while Shisui focuses on Kazama Kaguya.
• Kazama Kaguya emerges from the ground, having transformed and cured his Bloodline Disease. He uses his new ability, All-Killing Ash Bones, to destroy Susanoo and severely injure Shisui.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: His Shikotsumyaku evolves into All-Killing Ash Bones, which can destroy Susanoo. His Bloodline Disease is cured, and he gains a significant boost in power and physical strength.
• Uchiha Shisui: His Mangekyo Sharingan's power is drained, and he loses his ability to use Susanoo. He is severely injured and falls from a great height.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: He is shocked by Kazama Kaguya's transformation and the power of his new ability. He becomes wary and vigilant towards Kazama Kaguya.

Significant Themes

• The power of evolution and transformation, both in terms of abilities and physical form.
• The consequences of overusing powerful techniques, such as the draining of Sharingan power.
• The complex and contradictory relationships between characters, as seen in the dynamic between Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya vs. Uchiha Shisui: Kazama Kaguya uses his new ability to counter and defeat Shisui's Susanoo.
• Aburame Ryoma vs. Kisame Hoshigaki: The two engage in a brief skirmish while Shisui focuses on Kazama Kaguya.
• Kisame Hoshigaki's reaction to Kazama Kaguya's transformation: Kisame becomes wary and vigilant towards Kazama Kaguya due to his new power and appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ryoma Aburame witnesses Shisui Uchiha's Susanoo being destroyed by an unknown power, which he later realizes is the Byakugan used by Kazama Kaguya.
• Ryoma Aburame flees with Shisui Uchiha, who is severely weakened and can't use his Mangekyo or Susanoo.
• Kisame Hoshigaki suspects Kazama Kaguya's intentions and refuses to act immediately, but Kazama Kaguya persuades him to go after Shisui Uchiha's Mangekyo.

Character Developments

• Ryoma Aburame: Realizes the power of the Byakugan and understands that Kazama Kaguya has been manipulating him. Decides to report back to Danzo.
• Shisui Uchiha: Severely weakened after his Mangekyo and Susanoo are damaged. Can't use his Sharingan abilities.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Becomes suspicious of Kazama Kaguya's intentions but decides to act based on the opportunity presented.
• Kazama Kaguya: Uses [Talk no Jutsu: The Art of Gentle Persuasion] to manipulate Kisame Hoshigaki into acting, while hiding his true intentions.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and deception: Kazama Kaguya uses his intelligence and persuasive skills to manipulate others for his gain.
• Power dynamics: The Byakugan's power is revealed to be greater than the Uchiha's Mangekyo and Susanoo, shifting the balance of power.
• Trust and suspicion: Kisame Hoshigaki struggles with trusting Kazama Kaguya, highlighting the delicate balance between allies in the ninja world.

Character Interactions

• Ryoma Aburame and Shisui Uchiha: Ryoma helps Shisui escape, understanding the danger they're in.
• Kisame Hoshigaki and Kazama Kaguya: Kisame becomes suspicious of Kazama's intentions but ultimately decides to act based on Kazama's persuasion.
• Kazama Kaguya and Shisui Uchiha: Kazama wants to use Shisui's weakened state to test his powers and obtain the Mangekyo, but he's cautious about acting directly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kisame Hoshigaki leaves and returns, wounded, after facing Konoha ninja.
• Kazama Kaguya and Kisame escape deeper into the Forest of Death.
• They reach the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Water, stopping at a waterfall.
• Kazama Kaguya decides to "milk" Kisame for knowledge and training.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Shows cunning and strategic thinking, plans to improve his skills and evolve further.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Reveals his dislike for control techniques like the Ino-Shika-Cho combination.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and growth: Kazama Kaguya plans to improve and evolve his abilities.
• Knowledge and skill acquisition: Kazama Kaguya intends to learn from Kisame Hoshigaki.
• The Will of Fire: Kazama Kaguya expresses his determination to use it like Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki: They bicker and argue, but Kazama Kaguya's plans involve learning from Kisame.
• Kazama Kaguya and Konoha ninja: Though not directly interacting, Kazama Kaguya is aware of their pursuit and plans to avoid them.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya offers food to Kisame Hoshigaki, who suspects an ulterior motive.
• Kaguya presents Kisame with a scroll containing demands for information about Kirigakure and Konoha's secrets.
• Kisame, enraged, attacks Kaguya, but Kaguya defends himself using Shikotsumyaku.
• Kaguya presents another scroll, offering to teach him about the Mangekyo Sharingan in exchange for training.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Shows cunning and manipulation, exploiting Kisame's desire for information. He's no longer the weakling he was initially portrayed as.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Struggles with the consequences of his actions and the price he must pay for the information he seeks. He eventually accepts his fate and decides to train Kaguya.

Significant Themes

• The cost of knowledge and information.
• Manipulation and deception in relationships.
• Acceptance of one's fate and responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya manipulates and provokes Kisame, pushing him to the point of accepting Kaguya's terms.
• Kisame, initially angry and resistant, eventually accepts Kaguya's proposal, deciding to train him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya discards the scroll given by Kisame Hoshigaki, considering it unnecessary for his goals.
• He sets up a campsite and begins charging his Evolution Obelisk, discovering that his Chakra charging speed has increased a hundredfold.
• Kazama Kaguya decides to maintain a 25% charging efficiency to balance evolution speed and bodily recovery.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya shows strategic thinking and manipulation in obtaining Kisame's teachings.
• He demonstrates determination and ambition in his pursuit of power and evolution.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and evolution.
• The consequences and side effects of rapid growth and development.
• The importance of balance and sustainability in growth.

Character Interactions

• Though not present in this chapter, the interaction between Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki is implied, with Kazama expecting harsh treatment from Kisame due to their past encounters.
• Kazama's internal dialogue reveals his thoughts and plans, providing insight into his character and motivations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya absorbs the Evolution Obelisk, gaining a tattoo on his chest.
• He discovers he can cast ninjutsu without hand seals, with increased power and efficiency.
• He demonstrates this to Kisame Hoshigaki by creating a dense mist and a powerful water wave.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Realizes his newfound ability to cast ninjutsu without hand seals, understanding the power of his Otsutsuki lineage.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Witnesses Kazama's new abilities, showing surprise and possibly reassessing his student.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Otsutsuki bloodline: Kazama's abilities increase significantly after absorbing the Obelisk, highlighting the strength of his lineage.
• The importance of knowledge in ninjutsu: Kazama realizes he needs to improve his theoretical knowledge to advance in ninjutsu.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki: Kazama demonstrates his new abilities to Kisame, who watches with surprise and possibly a newfound respect for his student.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Author acknowledges and addresses reader feedback regarding Chapter 35.
• Revises the use of hand seals by Otsutsuki, removing them as they are not necessary for this clan.
• Clarifies that Otsutsuki are not all-attribute, referring readers to Chapter 28 for further explanation.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments in this chapter; it's primarily an author's note.

Significant Themes

• Importance of reader feedback and engagement in shaping the story.
• Clarification of plot details and lore based on reader input.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions in this chapter; it's an author's note addressing readers directly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya demonstrates an extraordinary ability to cast Water Release ninjutsu without hand seals, creating a powerful Water Dragon Tornado.
• Kisame Hoshigaki, initially skeptical, witnesses Kazama's feat and tries to understand how he achieved it.
• Kazama Kaguya reveals he can cast ninjutsu without hand seals, mimicking a 'hands together' seal for ritualistic purposes.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Shows off his unique ability to cast ninjutsu without hand seals, hinting at his true Otsutsuki identity. He also displays humility and eagerness to learn from Kisame, flattering him to gain favor.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Initially bewildered by Kazama's abilities, he later becomes suspicious of Kazama's true intentions and vows not to be tricked again.

Significant Themes

• The power of innate ability vs. learned skills.
• The importance of hand seals in ninjutsu and their potential bypassing.
• The manipulation of chakra and its control.

Character Interactions

• Kazama Kaguya and Kisame Hoshigaki interact as teacher and student, with Kazama trying to learn Water Release ninjutsu from Kisame.
• Kazama flatters Kisame, causing him to feel goodwill but also making him wary of Kazama's intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kisame Hoshigaki, initially flattered, returns to his stern demeanor.
• Kazama Kaguya seeks Kisame's guidance for three months.
• Kisame outlines a rigorous training plan focusing on Chakra nature and form transformation.
• Kazama reveals his Chakra natures: Water, Lightning, Yang, and Yin.
• Kisame suggests Kazama start training Wind Release due to its ease.
• Kazama self-evaluates his ninja abilities: Ninjutsu 2, Taijutsu 6, Genjutsu 2, Wisdom 4, Strength 6, Speed 6, Stamina 10, Hand Seals 2.
• Kisame creates a demanding daily training schedule for Kazama.

Character Developments

• Kisame Hoshigaki: Initially flattered, he reverts to his stern, indifferent self. He acknowledges Kazama's talent but plans rigorous training to push him further.
• Kazama Kaguya: Shows humility in self-evaluating his abilities. He accepts Kisame's harsh training plan without complaint, displaying determination and resilience.

Significant Themes

• Talent: Both characters acknowledge Kazama's exceptional talent, but they also recognize the need for hard work and rigorous training to fully harness it.
• Training and Growth: The chapter emphasizes the importance of intense, focused training for self-improvement and growth as a ninja.
• Mentorship: Kisame, as the mentor, takes on the responsibility to push Kazama to his limits, aiming to help him reach his full potential.

Character Interactions

• Teacher-Student: Kisame and Kazama interact as teacher and student. Kisame is stern and demanding, while Kazama is respectful and determined to learn.
• Flattery and Honesty: Kisame's initial reaction to flattery contrasts with his later honest and direct approach with Kazama, setting a clear tone for their mentorship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya's training schedule is expanded by Kisame Hoshigaki, including cooking duties.
• Kaguya is given a 200kg bluestone slab for weighted training.
• Kaguya's training includes physical exercises, Taijutsu combat, Ninjutsu instruction, and transformation training.
• Kaguya struggles with the intense training and cooking duties, collapsing at the end of the day.
• Kisame Hoshigaki sends a Water Clone to guard Kaguya while he leaves.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Kaguya's physical strength, combat awareness, and Ninjutsu control improve significantly. He also learns the importance of precise micro-control in Ninjutsu and Taijutsu.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Kisame shows his strict and demanding side as a teacher, pushing Kaguya to his limits. He also reveals a hint of concern for Kaguya's well-being, sending a Water Clone to guard him.

Significant Themes

• Consequences of Actions: The title "What Goes Around Comes Around" reflects the theme of consequences. Kaguya's earlier trickery leads to his current grueling training.
• Hard Work and Perseverance: Kaguya's intense training highlights the importance of hard work and perseverance in improving one's skills and abilities.
• Mentorship: The chapter explores the dynamics of a mentor-mentee relationship, with Kisame acting as Kaguya's teacher and guide.

Character Interactions

• Kisame Hoshigaki and Kazama Kaguya: Kisame's harsh training methods push Kaguya to his limits, but also help him improve significantly. Despite his tough exterior, Kisame shows concern for Kaguya's well-being, hinting at a complex mentor-mentee relationship.
• Kazama Kaguya and the Water Clone: The Water Clone, sent by Kisame, guards Kaguya while he sleeps, indicating Kisame's protective instincts towards his student.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kazama Kaguya sleeps deeply for the first time due to exhaustion from Kisame's training, dreams of floating in a celestial river, and is awakened by Kisame's Water Clone summoning a shark to bite him.
• Kazama is late for training, and Kisame increases his weighted training to 250kg.
• On the fourth day, Kazama's Storm Release evolves, and he discovers its laser-like projection ability.
• Kazama practices using Storm Release, finding it easy to control but with double the chakra consumption.

Character Developments

• Kazama Kaguya: Develops Storm Release, discovers its power and control, and plans to ask Kisame for help in developing Ninjutsu techniques.
• Kisame Hoshigaki: Shows a sarcastic and venomous side to his personality, increases Kazama's training weight due to tardiness.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of Kekkei Genkai, with Storm Release's high consumption being a significant drawback for most ninjas.
• The importance of punctuality and discipline in ninja training, as seen in Kisame's reaction to Kazama's tardiness.

Character Interactions

• Kazama and Kisame: Their relationship is established as teacher and student, with Kisame pushing Kazama's limits and Kazama learning from Kisame's training methods and sarcastic remarks.
• Kazama and the Water Clone: Kazama is awakened by the Water Clone's shark summon, leading to his discovery of Storm Release's evolution.