"This [Byakugan] means a great deal to the Hyuga Clan."
"I understand, Clan Head Hiashi."
Uchiha Minamoto activated his [Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan] and looked calmly at Hyuga Hiashi.
"The Uchiha Clan and the Hyuga Clan are both ninja clans with dōjutsu-type kekkei genkai.
"Other ninja clans find it difficult to understand how much we value our 'eyes.'
"That is precisely why I specifically had someone invite you here.
"I wanted to discuss the final say over what happens to this [Byakugan] with you."
Uchiha Minamoto's words left Hyuga Hiashi somewhat confused.
"Lord Fifth Hokage, forgive this old man's dullness, but I do not understand what you mean."
"What I mean is that although this [Byakugan] belongs to the Hyuga Clan, I hope you will let me decide where it ultimately goes."
Uchiha Minamoto deactivated his [Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan], his eyes turning from red to black.
"Of course, I can promise you that it will not be used in any way that harms the Hyuga Clan's interests."
"Lord Fifth Hokage, forgive me for asking..."
Hyuga Hiashi fell silent for a few seconds before speaking slowly.
"What do you intend to use this [Byakugan] for?"
Uchiha Minamoto softly spoke a name.
"Kakashi Hatake."
"Kakashi?"
Hyuga Hiashi froze.
He had never expected Uchiha Minamoto to request the [Byakugan] for that "Copy Ninja."
"That's right."
Uchiha Minamoto nodded slowly.
"Kakashi Hatake lost his left eye during the Battle of Kannabi Bridge in the Third Shinobi World War.
"At the time, Obito Uchiha had his intact left eye transplanted into Kakashi Hatake, giving rise to the 'Copy Ninja' who came afterward.
"But during the recent fighting on the Eastern Front Battlefield, Obito Uchiha took Kakashi Hatake's left eye away again."
Uchiha Minamoto briefly explained what had happened, then continued.
"Clan Head Hiashi.
"If Kakashi Hatake