Tsunade fell silent for a long time before slowly speaking. "For now, let's set aside the turmoil outside, fate's schemes, and the threat Madara poses. What needs our serious attention right now is the Hyuga Clan."
Jiraiya could not help letting out a long sigh, overwhelmed with emotion. Even now, he still found it hard to believe.
"Who could have imagined that the seemingly ordinary Byakugan, passed down for a thousand years, could actually evolve into the Tenseigan?"
"After this, the Hyuga Clan can't hide anything anymore. Their hidden strength and ultimate potential have completely overturned the Shinobi World's understanding of them."
Hiruzen Sarutobi remained calm. He had already decided how to handle it and said slowly, "The Hyuga Clan is rigid and conservative, with strict rules and an obsessive distrust of outsiders. The hierarchy between their Main Family and Branch Family is deeply entrenched. Outsiders simply can't interfere."
"Let the Hyuga Clan handle this internally. Hiashi is more anxious than any of us right now. Even without a reminder from us, he'll be on his guard."
"If they truly face a crisis they can't resolve or a situation they can't control, and need the village's help, we can step in then."
Tsunade felt displeased, thinking the village was being far too hands-off, but she had to admit that Hiruzen Sarutobi was right.
The Hyuga Clan was insular and hostile to outsiders. Forcing their way in would only backfire, so she could only nod reluctantly in agreement.
Meanwhile, at the Hyuga Clan's Main Family estate.
Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi had predicted, Hiashi was restless, consumed by anxiety and worry, unable to find even a moment of peace.
In the courtyard, the setting sun cast its gentle glow over his two young daughters.
Hinata was gentle and timid, her features meek,