"Is this the Hyuga Clan's next heir?"
Tobirama Senju walked over and crouched down to study Hinata.
"Hinata, don't be afraid. This is the Second, Lord Tobirama Senju.
He and the First, Lord Hashirama Senju, over there returned to the world of the living through the Second's Impure World Reincarnation Jutsu."
Xuanhui patted Hinata's shoulder, signaling her not to panic.
Hinata swallowed. Looking at Tobirama's face, she struggled to force a smile.
Xuanhui also turned to Tobirama and pointed at the Tenseigan.
"How's the Tenseigan coming along? I want to transplant it into Hinata."
"No major problems. I've more or less figured out its power. Now I need a living subject for a transplant experiment.
This girl looks promising. We can try transplanting it into her first."
Tobirama turned to Toneri.
"You can handle this, can't you?"
"Of course, Lord Tobirama."
Xuanhui reassured Hinata and led her toward the operating table.
He hadn't chosen Neji because Hinata's bloodline was stronger than his.
Besides, Neji no longer bore the Caged Bird Seal. Given his diligence and dedication, Xuanhui had decided to develop him into a powerful Taijutsu specialist.
With her heart full of apprehension, Hinata slowly climbed onto the operating table.
She reached out a small hand and clutched Xuanhui's sleeve.
"Teacher... is this really going to be okay?"
"It'll be fine. As long as you can control this power, you'll be the strongest among your peers for a long time.
You won't have to chase after Naruto anymore. He'll soon be chasing after you."
Xuanhui stroked Hinata's head, putting her considerably more at ease.
"Okay..."
Hinata slowly closed her eyes, but her heart was still pounding wildly!
Beads of cold sweat appeared on her forehead and trickled down, making everyone hold their breath.
"I'm starting."
Toneri placed his hand on