Obito, You're Not Dead?

In Hyuga Makoto's view, he had indeed got everything he needed!

The fusion of Wood Release techniques went much more smoothly than expected.

Although Hyuga Makoto knew he had seen the answers before answering, but...

"Even if you put someone else in, they simply couldn't do it!"

The earth and water Chakra must be precisely fused in a 6:4 ratio, and the entire process must be flawless.

And finally, there's the shaping and other finishing touches, which is something most people can't do!

"No wonder there are so few Kekkei Genkai in the entire Shinobi World..."

Hyuga Makoto shook his head, but quickly smiled.

"But this isn't difficult for me. I can even incorporate Yang Release into Wood Release Wood Release without causing any problems!"

Yin Release and Yang Release amplify many techniques, including Wood Release.

Hyuga Makoto genuinely suspected that Senju Hashirama's Wood Release was so powerful not only because he was inherently strong, but also because he likely had the assistance of Asura Chakra!

"I don't have that kind of treatment, but I have Yang Release, and besides..."

Hyuga Makoto had a big smile on his face as he turned to look at Shisui beside him.

"It seems my guess was half right?"

Shisui has indeed reactivated Susanoo, even if it's just the most basic rib form. But at least he did it.

If this continues, it's hard to say whether he'll be able to return to his previous strongest form.

"This is incredible..."

Shisui felt the Susanoo on his body, his face full of amazement.

"I didn't expect Susanoo be awakened, and my body doesn't hurt as much anymore."

"It's possible your body can't handle it, or it could be that the Pill is producing a different effect."

Hyuga Makoto couldn't help but offer his comments, though he was also curious about something.

"In your current state, what stage can Susanoo be activated to?"

"This should be the first stage for now; if forced to use it, it could reach the second stage."

After thinking for a moment, Shisui immediately gave his answer.

"It's too small here for me to relax, and once I go outside, there's no Sealing Jutsu to protect me. Besides, I haven't fully digested the energy of the Pill, so..."

"I see, I understand."

Hyuga Makoto nodded, but his expression was somewhat strange.

He felt like he had unlocked some new profession?

Why is this Pill, which is completely useless to him, so effective here at Shisui?

He suddenly had a thought: if this thing were given to Tsunade, would it actually unleash some kind of Wood Release?

"However, Makoto, I have a suggestion."

Just as he was pondering, Shisui suddenly turned around with a serious expression.

"Your Clone needs more adaptation and training, and I myself need more battles to digest the energy and enhance Susanoo, so we..."

"Are you in such a hurry?"

Hyuga Makoto was somewhat amused and exasperated, but he understood Shisui's feelings.

This was still Shisui under his control; he knew all too well what the Uchiha group was like!

"I definitely need to go out, but my Clone is newly manufactured, so it needs a few more days to adapt, right?"

"I'm sorry, I was too hasty."

Shisui suddenly felt a little guilty, looking at the thick vines on the ground; he had really overlooked this matter.

And then something suddenly occurred to him, prompting him to ask cautiously.

"By the way, Makoto, do you know how to use Wood Release?"

Hyuga Makoto glared at Shisui, feeling somewhat embarrassed himself.

He possessed the Wood Release, but he truly didn't know how to use it.

Each technique has its own unique rules and variations in the flow of Chakra; these are the crystallization of the wisdom of our predecessors.

Even without following these rules and changes, he can still put his hands together and summon whatever magic he wants!

"But how effective it will be is hard to say..."

Hyuga Makoto scratched his head. In fact, he also remembered some changes in Chakra when Tenzo and Obito used Wood Release.

After all, they're either teammates or opponents; even if he doesn't want to, he can see it. Remember that.

He just wanted something more comprehensive and better!

"Looks like I have to thank you again, Obito..."

In the days that followed, Hyuga Makoto felt that he might as well have been dealing with those lunatics from the Uchiha!

Although Hyuga Hiashi has finalized the roster, Hyuga Makoto still needs to meet with them and extend invitations, while also reporting to the Hokage.

In addition, he also had to adapt to the Clone and teach Hinata, Neji, and even Hanabi.

Furthermore, he would inevitably have to train with Jiraiya.

"Seriously, I really miss the days when we used to camp out the Uchiha together."

In a forest in Konoha, Hyuga Makoto sat on the ground and grumbled.

"Just soaking in a hot spring every now and then, and checking on things every few days, is fine. Unlike now..."

"So, we can just run off and collect the operation funds anytime?"

Jiraiya rolled his Byakugan, broke a double-barreled popsicle in half, and handed it over.

"Honestly, you're good at everything, except you're a bit greedy, and your mouth can be a little sharp!"

"Thanks, Pervy Sage."

Hyuga Makoto didn't stand on ceremony and took the popsicle before speaking softly.

"However, you have no idea how difficult it is for a Hyuga Branch Family."

"Are you still struggling?"

Jiraiya almost laughed in anger when he heard this.

"I seem to remember that the Hyuga Clan gives out living expenses, and what are you going to do with so much?"

"You need to improve."

Hyuga Makoto, with an ice pop in his mouth, said in a deliberately serious tone.

"Ninjas are not just about fighting and killing, but also about understanding human relationships and social dynamics!"

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"If I don't take it, how can others take it? If others don't take it, how can the Patriarch take it? If the Patriarch doesn't take it, how can I improve?"

"Huh? You Hyuga Clan do things like this?"

"No, I just want to save money to buy a house and get married in the future."

"I don't want to be burdened with decades of mortgage payments in the future!"

Jiraiya almost rolled his Byakugan, because after a moment's thought, he knew that Hyuga Makoto was joking.

The Hyuga Clan at least has some mines, but actually, most of the major Shinobi Clans are pretty much the same.

For example, there are those who sell medicine in Nara, those who run restaurants Hyuga Akimichi, and the Hyuga, a powerful state that existed since the Warring States Period, is incredibly wealthy!

"You little rascal, no wonder even the old man says you have a sharp tongue. But is that all you're thinking about now?"

"Yes, after all..."

Hyuga Makoto raised his head to look at Jiraiya and spoke softly.

"I never imagined that I would be like you, the Pervy Sage, still a bachelor at such an old age."

"Kid, that's enough!"

Jiraiya finally couldn't hold back any longer, and he roared while biting into an ice pop.

You have no idea how happy I am!

"Yes, yes, yes."

Hyuga Makoto didn't argue; there was no point in bullying an old bachelor.

After all, he's a young bachelor...

Besides, he's about to ask about the crucial things!

"Speaking of which, it's been a long time since I've seen Captain Kakashi. How's his investigation going?"

"He's been traveling back and forth to the Uchiha, working with Shikaku and others to appease them."

Jiraiya, with an ice pop in his mouth, propped his head up with one hand and thought to himself.

"But he seems to be obsessed, constantly flipping through the files of the Uchiha and Konoha. I really don't know what he's thinking."

"I see."

Hyuga Makoto stroked his chin, but at that moment Jiraiya suddenly leaned over with a mischievous grin.

"Speaking of which, Kakashi also told me something else."

"What's up?"

Hyuga Makoto was somewhat confused, but Jiraiya's smile grew even more wicked.

"Many Uchiha people are asking about you, hoping to meet you."

"Why do you want to see me? To thank me in person? No need, just have them give you some money... that will be enough."

"Especially that girl, the one you saved that night, she wants to learn from you, and has even applied to join the Anbu."

"Huh? Am I supposed to save someone?"

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"Didn't I completely follow the Hokage-sama's orders and wait until they were all dead before going in?"

Hyuga Makoto in silence Jiraiya a long time before finally patting him on the shoulder.

"You don't need to save money anymore; you'll be like me in the future."

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This time, it 'Jiraiya Hyuga Makoto's turn to be in a bit of a bind. Jiraiya's curse is just too vicious!

He naturally remembered that he had saved someone that night, and that person was Uchiha Itachi's childhood friend, Uchiha Izumi.

But he doesn't care whether the Uchiha joins the Anbu or not; all he wants now is to improve!

"Let's talk about Captain Kakashi. Pervy Sage, don't you think he's acting strangely?"

"Abnormal?"

Jiraiya paused for a moment, while Hyuga Makoto slowly spoke while eating his popsicle.

"I've always suspected that the Mysterious Person is connected to Captain Kakashi, you know that too, right?"

"I know, after all, the eyes correspond. Danzo, that One-Eyed Old Man, had his suspicions, but..."

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"I've seen Captain Kakashi's resume. When they were on a secret mission in the Land of Grass, his teammates were killed, and the Fourth Hokage arrived too late."

"This...

"It's still the Land of Grass. Nohara Rin, Chunin middle-aged ninja, died at his hands. The Fourth Hokage is still too late."

"And I heard that guy seems to really like Nohara Rin, the Chunin?"

"This...

Jiraiya had stopped abruptly; he felt his mind reeling!

Recalling Kakashi's unusual behavior lately, and connecting Hyuga Makoto had said, he suddenly...

Everything seems to connect!

Regarding the age issue I mentioned last time...

Seeing that Hyuga Makoto had fallen silent, Hyuga Jiraiya continued speaking, pointing to himself as he did so.

"Look how much older I am than Uchiha Itachi, and that guy's abilities are really hard to deal with without the Byakugan."

"It seems so."

Jiraiya nodded, his expression growing increasingly serious.

"Did he do that because he hated Minato for being late? But why Kakashi...?"

"Captain Kakashi is alright? And why didn't he take his eyes back?"

Hyuga Makoto knew what Jiraiya to ask, and he could only sigh at the question.

"That's a question for him, after all, who could have imagined that Uchiha Itachi would slaughter the entire clan that raised him just for his eyes?"

"That seems to be true..."

Jiraiya; he immediately stood up and headed towards the Hokage's Office.

"You also have the data on the First Hokage. You should train on your own first. I need to inform the Hokage about this."

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"By the way, I'd like to request permission to look through the information on Wood Release."

Seeing Hyuga Makoto 'Jiraiya hurried manner, Hyuga Makoto immediately spoke up.

"That guy knows Wood Release. I want to know more about it, preferably the most comprehensive information, so I can better deal with him in the future."

"No problem, I'll apply for it for you."

Jiraiya ran away without looking back, and Hyuga Makoto smiled.

"That's the advantage of intelligence!"

If you want to obtain all of Wood Release, you should definitely ask Konoha!

Although he could go to Tenzo, why didn't he try asking Konoha for it?

"I've provided intelligence and offered so much reasonable analysis; the Third Hokage certainly won't be stingy."

After all, they gave him the information on how the First Hokage used Senjutsu, so it doesn't seem like it's a bad idea to get the First Hokage Hokage's Wood Release as well?

"Yeah, it seems like Kakashi has suffered a bit..."

He knew about the relationship between Kakashi and Obito, and this incident would likely cause unrest for everyone.

But we have to face this sooner or later, and facing it sooner isn't necessarily a bad thing.

However, just as he was pondering this, his system suddenly flashed!

[A new side quest has been obtained]

[1. Facing the Morning Sun: Obito, you're not dead?]

[2. Hiding in Darkness: Luckily I was wrong, Obito truly is a hero!]

Looking at this task, Hyuga Makoto fell silent for a moment.

After a long while, he turned around, amused, and walked towards the Hyuga Clan.

"Looks like I'll really have to knock your mask off next time!"

Including the time he switched accounts, he's already beaten Obito three times, so one more time, even if it's a little more brutal, wouldn't be a big deal.

But before that, he had other things to do.

He hadn't forgotten that three people from Hyuga had already been chosen to join the Anbu.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi did not limit the number of participants, both he and Hyuga Hiashi maintained sufficient rationality.

Three people make a perfect team, no more, no less. Even if they were randomly assigned to other classes, it wouldn't be a big problem.

But before they entered the Anbu, there was one more thing he needed to take care of!

"Clan Head, Lord Cheng."

At the Hyuga Clan Head Mansion, Hyuga Makoto and Hyuga Hiashi sat together.

Before them, three members of the Branch Family bowed respectfully.

However, the three men's gazes were mostly fixed on Hyuga Makoto, and their undisguised fervor was obvious to everyone.

No need for formalities.

Hyuga Hiashi could only shake his head at this. After Hyuga Makoto returned, he discussed with him the idea of summoning the Branch Family who had joined the Anbu.

He knew perfectly well what this was about to do, yet he fully supported it!

The entire Hidden Konoha was talking about the Hyuga clan, which made him truly embarrassed, especially since Hyuga Makoto was now Jiraiya's disciple.

Having already made up his mind, there was no possibility of him wavering!

"Makoto, I'm entrusting him to you."

"Um."

Hyuga Makoto smiled as he looked at the three of them, then slowly walked up to them.

"I'm going to use a spell, but it's not perfect yet. It's a very interesting spell, though. Would you like to give it a try?"

"Technique?"

The three men looked at each other, none of them understanding what this meant.

But looking at Hyuga Makoto front of them, all three of them gritted their teeth.

"We are willing!"

"Aren't you even going to ask?"

Hyuga Makoto tilted his head, but he also reached out his hand.

"Don't be nervous, open your Byakugan and feel it clearly. This is breaking free from the cage of fate."

As soon as he finished speaking, his Chakra began to surge.

The three obediently activated their Byakugan, willing to trust Hyuga Makoto, because he was the pride of the Branch Family!

"Isn't Brother Makoto here? Why is it so quiet?"

Outside, Hinata was leading Little Hanabi by the hand, and she looked around the house with curiosity.

But she didn't dare roll her Byakugan at him; she knew it wouldn't be right.

However, the next moment...

A series of wild, unrestrained laughs shattered the tranquility of the Clan Head Mansion, startling Hinata and Hanabi!

Hahahaha...

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