Still Water Submits

Neji Hyuga was currently in a state of epiphany. Having sensed the guidance of chakra during a moment of crisis, he had instinctively erupted with power to unleash Rotation!

All he needed to do now was firmly master Rotation, granting him a trump card that would allow him to look down upon his peers.

Uchiha Izuna returned inside, knowing that Neji Hyuga's epiphany would not end anytime soon, so he asked Hyuga Hiashi for a cup of tea.

Hyuga Hiashi nodded and summoned two groups of people: one to serve tea and water to the distinguished guests, including Uchiha Izuna, and the second to ensure that Neji Hyuga remained undisturbed during his breakthrough.

Many beauties of the Hyuga Clan blushed at the sight of Uchiha Itachi and Uchiha Shisui's handsome features, but Uchiha Izuna was so young that everyone treated him like a child, a little brother.

This left Uchiha Izuna feeling quite frustrated as everyone began to drink tea and eat.

During the meal, Uchiha Izuna nibbled on a cold dish and remarked, seemingly offhand, "Lord Hiashi, shouldn't you tell Shisui about the result regarding that right eye?"

He looked up at Hyuga Hiashi. He wasn't sure if this old man was truly oblivious or just playing dumb, but he hadn't mentioned the right eye of Shimura Danzō since they returned.

Upon hearing this, Hyuga Hiashi immediately set down his teacup, stood up, and sighed before looking at Uchiha Shisui: "Nephew Shisui, the chakra color of that person's right eye is a vibrant green, which is completely incompatible with his own white chakra."

"It is, however, somewhat similar to the chakra in your own eyes!" Hyuga Hiashi did not name Shimura Danzō directly; since success depends on secrecy, he used "that person" as a proxy.

Uchiha Shisui had long suspected this answer. His emotions did not fluctuate wildly, but his black pupils instantly shifted into the shape of a Mangekyō.

Although he had suspected it, and had already decided to stand with Uchiha Izuna regardless because of Shimura Danzō's attack on him at the Naka River, the confirmation that his grandfather's death was truly linked to Shimura Danzō made his scalp tingle. His eyes turned blood-red, and a surge of fury erupted from his heart.

Uchiha Itachi, sitting closest to Uchiha Shisui, frowned deeply. He remained silent, watching Uchiha Shisui with concern; this was the first time he had ever seen Shisui lose his composure like this.

He understood, though. To learn that the grandfather he loved most did not die fighting for Konoha, but at the hands of the village's top brass, caused his years of respect for the Konoha leadership to vanish into smoke, replaced by a growing seed of hatred.

Observing Uchiha Shisui's state, Uchiha Izuna's lips curled upward. Logic was useless; people couldn't be taught through words alone, but one experience was worth a thousand lessons.

Uchiha Shisui suddenly spoke: "Zhan, you saved my life at the Naka River and investigated the cause of my grandfather's death. Uchiha Shisui owes you two lives. From this day forward, Uchiha Shisui's life is yours!"

"Whatever you command, I shall not refuse!" Uchiha Shisui stood up, walked toward Uchiha Izuna, and knelt on one knee to pledge his allegiance.

Uchiha Izuna quickly helped him up: "We are all of the same clan, both surnamed Uchiha. There is no need for this, really, please get up."

"Besides, Brother Shisui and my elder brother are close friends. I did this so that Brother Shisui wouldn't be deceived by those villains and led astray."

"Now that Brother Shisui has found his way back, it is not too late. If we brothers work together, we will surely carve out a brilliant future." Uchiha Izuna said with a smile.

Uchiha Shisui was deeply moved. Looking at Uchiha Izuna's words, he had not only forgiven his previous behavior in front of the Hyuga family but had also preserved his dignity and even addressed him as a brother, giving him immense face.

Compared to Uchiha Izuna, Uchiha Shisui felt like a complete novice.

Uchiha Itachi's gaze toward his younger brother, Uchiha Izuna, softened.

Hyuga Hiashi watched this scene thoughtfully. Uchiha Shisui, a powerhouse known alongside the Yellow Flash of Konoha during the Third Great Ninja War, was now pledging loyalty to Uchiha Izuna. This was no small matter.

Combined with the fire on the mountain at the Naka River earlier, Hyuga Hiashi was certain that the future Uchiha Clan would be controlled by Uchiha Izuna.

Judging by Uchiha Izuna's attitude toward the Konoha leadership, a Coup d'état might occur before long. Should he align the Hyuga Clan with the Uchiha?

At that moment, Hinata Hyuga timidly walked up to Uchiha Izuna and tugged on his sleeve: "Um, um, Brother Zhan, if there is anything I can do to help, please just say so."

Hyuga Hiashi's pupils constricted. He gritted his teeth and narrowed his eyes at Uchiha Izuna. Good, good, good! What on earth has this brat done to bewitch his little princess like this?

Uchiha Izuna was stunned. He gave Uchiha Shisui a look, and Shisui understood immediately, returning to his seat to chat with Uchiha Itachi about future training plans as if nothing had happened.

However, both of them cast glances toward Uchiha Izuna and Hinata Hyuga, sighing inwardly. As expected of Zhan, he had directly captured the future heir of the Hyuga family.

That was far easier than capturing Hyuga Hiashi!

Uchiha Izuna crouched down, patted Hinata Hyuga's head, and smiled slightly: "Little Hinata, just focus on your training. As for that guy Neji, if he bullies you again, tell him, and I will see that justice is served."

Hinata blushed and lowered her head. Uchiha Izuna took the opportunity to look at Hyuga Hiashi with a smirk. Hyuga Hiashi was so furious that his Byakugan fully activated, his teeth grinding audibly.

This is outrageous! This Uchiha Izuna is truly shameless, actually winning over my own daughter! How long has it been? Not even half a day!

"Alright, Hinata, you may withdraw." Hyuga Hiashi's voice rang out, bringing Hinata Hyuga back to her senses. This time, however, she did not act timidly; instead, she frowned and stared at her father.

Hyuga Hiashi felt both gratified and wounded. The good news was that Hinata had her own thoughts and the courage an heir should possess.

The bad news was that the first person she used that courage against was him!

Just as Hinata Hyuga was about to retort, Uchiha Izuna pinched her cheek: "Be good, I will handle the rest!"

Hinata Hyuga looked at Uchiha Izuna earnestly and finally nodded. Hyuga Hiashi had the servants take her away, while the servants stared at Uchiha Izuna with curiosity.

Could such a massive change in the young mistress really be because of this man? Would they have to call him "Master" in the future?

Soon, Hinata Hyuga was led away by the servants, and the room returned to silence.

Uchiha Izuna looked at Hyuga Hiashi with a playful smile. He did not take the initiative to win him over; after what had just happened, the initiative was already firmly in Uchiha Izuna's hands!