"I understand."
" Tobirama, when it comes to internal strife, you're the best. I'd call you the strongest!"
"You've hit the nail on the head. It's just a matter of labeling. A little simplistic accusation and you can condemn the Hyuga Clan. Terrifying, absolutely terrifying. Tobirama."
Uchiha Nan's mind opened up, and he praised Tobirama Senju.
" Uchiha Nan, if you can't speak properly, you could just shut up."
"And... it's you who's Hyuga Clan, not me, the heartless devil. The Hyuga Clan is doomed to have run into you. Like the saying goes, 'When the cunning rabbit dies, the hunting dog is cooked.'"
Tobirama Senju's face darkened, and he pointed at Uchiha Nan, speaking indignantly.
"Cough cough cough What are you saying?"
"How many people are in the Main Family of the Hyuga Clan, and how many are in the Tobirama? You've become out of touch with the masses again. Your ideological awareness is still not high enough!"
Uchiha Nan was a little embarrassed and pretended to cough a few times.
Then he began to defend himself.
Although he did feel somewhat sorry for Hyuga Takuma, the greater good was paramount; for the sake of Konoha, someone had to sacrifice, whether he wanted to or not.
"As expected of the Hokage. He's got so many fallacies."
Tobirama Senju wore a disdainful expression, speaking sarcastically to Uchiha Nan, but Uchiha Nan simply waved his hand; he was used to Tobirama Senju's mockery. That's how losers are, isn't it?
That's how truth is; sometimes it's attacked as fallacy by petty people.
Uchiha Nan wouldn't back down to Tobirama Senju verbally; he'd argue whether he was right or wrong.
"However, Tobirama, as the saying goes, one shouldn't trouble two masters with one matter. Do you have any way to release the Hyuga Clan the Caged Bird?"
"And let's optimize it a bit more while we're at it."
" The Caged Bird does have its advantages after all; it can effectively protect the Hyuga Clan's Byakugan. I also don't want to see the Hyuga Clan's Byakugan appear in the eyes of ninjas from other villages."
"Also, the original Caged Bird is engraved on the forehead, which is really too ugly. It's better to change the location, such as the hand. If that's not possible, engraving it on the belly would also work, but that seems to turn into a succubus tattoo, cough cough cough."
Uchiha Nan thought for a Tobirama Senju's workload a little more, even though his workload was already overwhelming.
Let's make things difficult for Tobirama a little longer.
" Uchiha Nan, ***"
"I have so many things to do, and I've studied the Caged Bird Technique before. I really don't know where the Hyuga Clan's ancestors got this kind of technique from. It's like a rope tied into a knot that can't be untied. You know what a knot is, right? It can't be untied."
Tobirama Senju started swearing.
This inherently evil Uchiha brat is starting to increase his workload again.
It's the same troublesome thing again.
The Caged Bird is a family heirloom of the Hyuga Clan, and despite enduring a thousand years of trials, no one has been able to break its spell.
The Hyuga Branch Family has been trying for a thousand years.
The heroes and geniuses of the Ninja world have been trying for a thousand years. There are just too many people who covet the Byakugan.
"Oh~, so you did harbor ill intentions towards the Hyuga Clan after all."
"Was it when you invited the Hyuga Clan to join Konoha that you were already eyeing the Caged Bird? Tobirama, you still say you're not a master of internal strife?"
Uchiha Nan discovered the crux of the matter and began to criticize Tobirama Senju.
"No way, when I was researching the Caged Bird, Konoha hadn't even been founded yet. That was during the Warring States Period. During a mission at that time, the Senju Clan and Hyuga Clan clashed, and I happened to capture a member of the Hyuga Branch Family. Just researching for fun."
"How did the research go later?"
"Didn't I just say I failed to crack it?"
"You released that Hyuga Branch Family member."
"It's not important, it's not important."
Tobirama Senju stammered.
However, under Uchiha Nan's threat, he reluctantly revealed it.
"Cough cough cough, that Caged Bird is restricted; every step of scientific research is fraught with danger. He paid for the truth with his life."
Tobirama Senju offered his own explanation.
"Well, you really are a born evil Senju Old Demon! I despise you!"
Uchiha Nan gave Tobirama Senju the middle finger.
I despise you too!
Izuna Uchiha immediately chose to follow.
He despised not only Uchiha Nan but also Tobirama Senju.
Neither of them are good people; they just bully his older brother. I miss you so much.
"Since that's the case."
"Let's leave the Caged Bird for now; you mustn't fall behind on your other research projects."
"I'll be going now. Get to work!"
"Don't be lazy!"
Uchiha Nan decided to put the matter of the Caged Bird aside for the time being, and after a brief farewell, he left the underground laboratory.
"Hey, you defeated bastard, Uchiha Nan's already gone, what are you standing there for? Let's get to work!"
"I know, I know. You and Uchiha Nan are just the same kind of bastard."
the next day
Uchiha Nan then went to the Hyuga Clan, intending to personally visit Hyuga Takuma Hyuga Takuma. Given their long-standing friendship, Uchiha Nan was not a heartless person.
So before dealing with the Hyuga Clan.
Uchiha Nan still planned to meet with Hyuga Takuma first to find out Hyuga Takuma attitude.
Hyuga Clan Uchiha Nan personally visiting the Hyuga Clan, they rushed out of their rooms and couldn't help but raise their hands to welcome Uchiha Nan.
Hearing the cheers around him, Uchiha Nan smiled and raised his hand to greet the Hyuga clan members. He then quickly met Hyuga Takuma.
Hyuga Takuma saw Uchiha Nan, his face was full of smiles. He had gained a lot of weight and looked like a middle-aged man with a big belly.
Fortunately, he is not bald yet, and you can still vaguely tell from the contours of his face that he was a very handsome man when he was young.
Unfortunately, time waits for no one. Since ancient times, beauties have lamented their fading youth, while heroes are not allowed to grow old.
Of course, Hyuga Takuma aging so quickly could also be due to work pressure. cough cough
Uchiha Nan was taken to Hyuga Takuma's mansion, a secluded courtyard where the sound of water could be heard from time to time.
Under the pavilion
Uchiha Nan admired the scenery outside.
Hyuga Takuma sat opposite Uchiha Nan, fiddling with the tea ceremony.
To be fair
Uchiha Nan didn't like the tea ceremony. He thought, "Just drink tea, why all the fuss?" He believed the Hyuga Clan had become too close to the nobles and picked up all this nonsense.
The scenery is still prettier.
Uchiha Nan thought to himself, but after Hyuga Takuma washing and cleaning, Uchiha Nan finally got to drink his first sip of tea.
"The taste is not bad."
Uchiha Nan took a sip and praised it, saying that the tea had a rich aroma and a slightly bitter taste at first. He didn't like tea, but he still had to give it the respect due to his dislike for it.
"This tea is a specialty of the Land of Tea. The tea leaves come from tea trees planted by the king of the Land of Tea hundreds of years ago and tended by specialists for centuries. Only a tiny amount of tea is produced each year, and this small box sells for over a million taels of silver."
"Hiss, then I'll have to drink a few more sips."
"Ah, the taste of money is truly delightful!"
Upon hearing the price of the tea, Uchiha Nan poured himself another cup. After carefully tasting it, he indeed detected a sweet flavor.
"Speaking of which, this is quite a good story. If our Konoha ever starts selling tea again, we should make up a similar story, saying that the tea trees were planted by the Sage of Six Paths. He was incredibly powerful and planted thousands of acres."
Uchiha Nan started talking about his "path to wealth," Hyuga Takuma nodded in agreement.
That's a great idea!
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the two inevitably began discussing adult topics.
Urging marriage
Uchiha Nan is already quite old.
Although I have many girlfriends, a girlfriend is still just a girlfriend; people always need to settle down and start a family.
Hmph, another guy trying to make my harem explode!
Uchiha Nan curled his lip and started rambling on.
"Takuma, you still don't understand love. Marriage is the grave of love. Isn't everything fine now? At least everyone is happy now."
" Lord Hokage, it really is."
"However, Takuma..."
"If Asuka and I get married and have several lovely children, should we carve 'Caged Bird ' images onto their heads?"
Uchiha Nan put down his teacup, a smile on his face, and asked Hyuga Takuma a soul-searching question in a gentle tone.
Upon hearing this, Hyuga Takuma's expression froze for a moment, but he quickly recovered and returned to his smiling face.
" Lord Hokage is joking. I have already convinced the elders of the main branch of the Main Family about this."
"Oh? That's really good."
"But this doesn't seem to comply with your family's rules."
"There are always exceptions. There are no unchanging rules in this world. Even the Daimyo used to be high and mighty are now being brought down to the dust by you, Lord Hokage."
"The strong are not bound by rules."
Hyuga Takuma smiled obsequiously as he flattered Uchiha Nan.
"That's true. The strong are not bound by rules; they will find ways to break even the most annoying ones."
Uchiha Nan affirmed Hyuga Takuma's statement and added a sentence afterward.
The weak abide by the rules, while the strong break, change, or even create them.
"For example, I don't really like the Caged Bird of the Hyuga Clan anymore."
Uchiha Nan revealed his true intentions, finally stating his ultimate goal.
" Lord Hokage, you..."
"I'm sorry, Takuma, the Caged Bird is getting in the way of my plans."
Uchiha Nan looked apologetic, but there was nothing that could be done; someone always had to make a sacrifice.
That person definitely can't be Uchiha Nan, so it can only be...
"Don't get excited."
"Your Hyuga Clan comes from the moon, doesn't it?"
Hyuga Takuma was unable to speak.
This secret is the ultimate secret of the Hyuga Clan.
Yes!
The Hyuga Clan has a noble bloodline!
He is the offspring of the legendary Sage of Six Paths' younger brother!
"There's also the term ' Tenseigan,' I don't know if you've ever heard of it."
Hyuga Takuma was completely numb.
The legendary Tenseigan is known to very few in the Ninja world, but the Hyuga...
The Hyuga Clan's family records describe these eyes as being comparable to the Rinnegan the Sage of Six Paths.
Now, Uchiha Nan has almost wiped out the entire wealth of the Hyuga Clan.
It's just been so many years.
The Hyuga Clan has never produced a single Tenseigan.
"Very good, it seems you know about these eyes. Now you've caught a top-tier opportunity; let's see if your Hyuga Clan dares to follow it."
Uchiha Nan first explained to Hyuga Takuma the family history of the Uchiha and Senju Clan.
The Uchiha and Senju are direct descendants of the Sage of Six Paths of Sage of Six Paths, each inheriting two portions of his power.
Hyuga Takuma suppressed his fear and listened silently from the side.
" The Sage of Six Paths is known as a god in the legends of the Ninja world. Even someone as powerful as the First Hokage is far from reaching the level of the Sage of Six Paths. But this is not the First Hokage's fault; he lacked the power of the Uchiha."
"To fundamentally solve this problem, I devised a plan for the great integration of bloodline ninja clans, encouraging eligible young people from these clans to marry and have children."
"I've been pushing this plan for years, but your kind of Caged Bird is a serious obstacle, and it's gotten to the point where I can no longer tolerate it."
Hyuga Takuma listened carefully to Uchiha Nan's plan and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
This is a crazy plan!
However, considering that the person in front of him is Uchiha Nan, Uchiha... Uchiha, then it's not surprising.
Such a mad plan will surely shatter the Hyuga Clan's Caged Bird Seal to pieces, or even cause its complete annihilation.
This is something that the stubborn and pedantic Main Family of the Hyuga Clan absolutely cannot accept!
So what if he's the Sage of Six Paths?
So what if it's the Tenseigan?
In any world, your perspective is determined by your position.
The Hyuga Clan Head Family has lived a life of high status for so many years; the Caged Bird Seal is their foundation!
Can it be abolished just like that?
No matter how much the Lord Hokage praises the benefits, the Hyuga Clan Head Family will never agree to abolish the Caged Bird system. This isn't a reporter interviewing passersby asking if they want to donate money. Let alone one million ryo, even one hundred million ryo, they would donate without hesitation.
For the Hyuga Clan Head Family, the Caged Bird is not just a matter of money.
"Takuma, what do you think? Do you agree or disagree?"
Uchiha Nan spoke softly, tapping his fingers on the table in front of him, making a rhythmic tapping sound.
This is a truly difficult choice.
In response to Uchiha Nan's question.
Hyuga Takuma felt his heart racing and his breathing becoming rapid. After thinking for a long time, he still couldn't come up with a final answer.
" Lord Hokage, this matter is far too complex, and my mind is in complete turmoil. I simply cannot make a decision in a short time."
"Of course. It would be too unreasonable to ask you to make a final decision right now. I can give you some time to think it over, but you need to be quick, no more than two months."
"It's a bit embarrassing to admit, but one of the young men in our clan has already had a child with a girl from your Hyuga Clan, cough cough cough."
Uchiha Nan sounded somewhat embarrassed; in any sense, this was not a very honorable thing to do.
But the Clan Head is supposed to stand up for his people.
"What?"
Hyuga Takuma's eyes widened.
Clearly, no one expected Uchiha Nan to say something like that.
No wonder Uchiha Nan said earlier that he couldn't stand it anymore. They even have a child.
"Young people should always be given a chance to correct their mistakes."
"And their child is truly gifted; good things are always good things."