That Ugly Thing Was Naturally Erased!

Hyuga Shunsuke was stunned. Having long been accustomed to commanding the Branch House members as if they were dogs and horses, he never imagined that one day he would encounter someone who dared to speak of rebellion right in front of him.

He instinctively formed a hand seal.

His instinct was to activate the Caged Bird Seal.

This was the experience passed down through generations of the Main House. Against disobedient Branch House members, the Caged Bird Seal would make them recognize their place. For those who were stubborn, the Caged Bird Seal could directly send them to reincarnation.

However, Hyuga Ritsu remained oblivious, showing no reaction.

At this moment, Hyuga Shunsuke finally broke free from his state of delusion. Looking at Hyuga Ritsu's fair, unblemished forehead, which was not covered by a forehead protector, he suddenly realized the most terrifying possibility. His face showed an expression akin to someone who had just encountered a ghost after hearing a horror story that kept them up all night.

He roared in a trembling voice, "Hyuga Ritsu, where, where is your... Caged Bird Seal?!"

"That ugly thing has naturally been erased!"

Hyuga Ritsu replied with a smile.

"How is that possible?"

Hyuga Shunsuke shrieked ungracefully, his expression contorted like a man-eating demon. "The Caged Bird Seal is the Third Clan Head's lifelong masterpiece! No one has ever been able to break it in a thousand years! Hyuga Ritsu, what, what evil technique did you use?"

Not only was he, an elder of the Main House, losing his composure, but the Branch House members gathered at the entrance also wore expressions of shock.

Indeed, what they saw was real.

This brat Hyuga Ritsu had somehow managed to erase the Caged Bird Seal and had the audacity to come before a Main House elder and spout nonsense about "rebellion" and "shattering the Main House-Branch House system like slavery." Hearing this felt like twenty-five mice had moved into their hearts, scratching incessantly!

The wild grass in their hearts suddenly began to grow wildly. Thoughts that had never sprouted before now emerged uncontrollably, making them unable to resist imagining what the future would be like without the Caged Bird Seal.

They tried their best to control their expressions, yet they couldn't help but peek at others'. The result was an awkward moment of eye contact.

Fortunately, at this time, Hyuga Ritsu's voice sounded again, drawing everyone's attention. They no longer cared about the slight awkwardness and all tilted their ears to listen.

"A lifelong masterpiece was specifically created to control and oppress one's own clan members. The Third Clan Head's vision, if you ask me, was truly pitifully narrow-minded. It's truly the Hyuga Clan's misfortune, after eight lifetimes of bad luck, to have a clan head who is so useless and only thinks about how to suppress his own people!"

Hyuga Ritsu unsparingly criticized the Third Clan Head who created the Caged Bird Seal.

"Arrogant! Arrogant!"

Hyuga Shunsuke's anger flared, his face turning red. He cursed, "Hyuga Ritsu, you dare insult our ancestors, your crime is unforgivable! All of you, attack together and capture this beast, Hyuga Ritsu, who disrespects his ancestors and harms the clan!"

"Yes, Elder."

Behind him, eight Branch House members responded in unison.

Two of them were Jonin, and the remaining six were Chunin.

At this moment, upon receiving the order, these eight Branch House members, who were loyal to the Main House, glared at Hyuga Ritsu and were about to make their move.

But--

"Fall."

Hyuga Ritsu formed a hand seal with his right hand.

The next instant, these eight Branch House members "cooperated" with Hyuga Ritsu's voice and fell down. They curled up like cooked shrimp, clutching their heads tightly with their hands. The Caged Bird Seal caused them immense pain, making them writhe on the ground, emitting waves of tragic wails from their mouths.

Hyuga Shunsuke was dumbfounded.

The Branch House members outside the door were also petrified.

"You, you..."

Hyuga Shunsuke pointed a trembling finger at Hyuga Ritsu, but words failed him. Hyuga Ritsu had erased the Caged Bird Seal and was no longer suppressed. His Byakugan Kekkei Genkai was fully restored, and naturally, he could control the Caged Bird Seal just like a Main House member.

This was a matter of course.

There was nothing to say about it.

The only blame could be placed on the fact that no one had ever considered the possibility of a Branch House member erasing the Caged Bird Seal. The emotion of disbelief continued to fill his mind. His thoughts still hadn't adapted to this change, leading to repeated missteps in his response.

"Hyuga Shunsuke, if you want to bring me to justice, you'll have to do it yourself!"

Hyuga Ritsu smiled slightly.

But this smile, in Hyuga Shunsuke's eyes, was no different from a vicious dragon baring its fangs.

He subconsciously took a step back, then realized that such a move was somewhat weak. However... this brat Hyuga Ritsu was the number one genius of the Branch House. Even the veteran Jonin of the Branch House, who had fought their way through piles of dead bodies, were no match for this brat, let alone himself.

Hyuga Shunsuke had some self-awareness.

Although he had been on the battlefield before, it was merely a superficial experience. After securing some kills with an overwhelming advantage, he retreated to the rear. The ones who truly had to fight for their lives were always the members of the Branch House.

Therefore, He couldn't make a move, or at least, he couldn't rashly make a move by himself.

Hyuga Shunsuke turned and fled without hesitation, leaping over the wall in a flash.

He had no chance of winning against Hyuga Ritsu alone, but as long as he found some help and outnumbered him, dealing with Hyuga Ritsu should be no problem. It was clear he knew his own limitations, but not by much.

"Ritsu, aren't you going to chase him?"

Hyuga Takuma asked anxiously as he watched Hyuga Ritsu remain still.

"No rush."

Hyuga Ritsu's expression was calm as he unhurriedly lifted his foot and followed, "Even if all these Main House members were tied together, they wouldn't be my match. Let them squirm a bit longer, it'll be a good chance for the Branch House folks to see what kind of trash the Main House members have become."

Physically eliminating the Main House was the ultimate goal.

Before that, They had to make full use of them, to let the Branch House members see the incompetence and uselessness of the Main House as much as possible, thereby shattering any unrealistic fantasies some Branch House members had about the Main House.

Of course, To prevent things from getting out of hand, Hyuga Ritsu had specifically arranged for Hyuga Arima to keep watch outside. As soon as there were signs of the village intending to intervene, he would deal with these Main House trash immediately.

The residences of the seven branches of the Main House were all in the same area.

Hyuga Shunsuke did not disappoint Hyuga Ritsu, darting out of the gate with speed.

In less than ten minutes, five Jonin from the Main House, including himself, had all gathered. Even two old men over seventy years old were not spared. Under the escort of dozens of Branch House members, they confronted Hyuga Ritsu and the others who were chasing them on the wide street outside the residence.

In addition, The Branch House members of the clan also came upon hearing the news, forming circles around the two confronting groups. The Jonin were at the front, the Chunin in the middle, and the Genin and non-ninja clan members stood in the outer circle.

The scene was as lively as watching a grand play!