Naruto: The Caged Bird Cannot Confine Me - Feng Hou Qi Men

"They're all going to die anyway, yet they still do unnecessary things. What an idiot," Ziyuan muttered under her breath.

She could sense Feng Qi's kindness and was grateful for it, but that was all.

She still firmly believed in her prophecy and the unbreakable nature of fate, and was more inclined to believe that Feng Qi would explode and die in the underground palace where the souls of the demons were imprisoned three days later!

-

The setting sun cast its last rays, but it could not dispel the oppressive atmosphere that enveloped the land of fields.

In that same cold, damp research lab, Orochimaru, having just completed an experiment, learned some very valuable information from his Sound Ninja subordinates' report:

Hyuga Fuuki, who has awakened a special Byakugan, appears in the Land of Demons!

"I've finally found you, you brat Hyuga, who's full of secrets that make me want to peel back the layers one by one."

Orochimaru sprawled on the sofa like a nimble snake, his signature long, fragrant tongue lolling from his lips, his face full of excitement.

"Lord Orochimaru, the Chunin Exams, a joint effort between Konoha and Sunagakure, are just a few days away. Wouldn't it be too dangerous to go looking for an S-rank rogue ninja at this time?"

Beside Orochimaru, round-framed glasses reflected a dim light as Kabuto spoke with a worried expression.

"It's alright, a little preparation is all it takes, and I'm just going to take a look this time."

"If that guy's eyes are really useful, they will be of great help to our next operation to destroy Konoha."

Orochimaru's voice was hoarse, carrying a strong sense of danger.

He appeared very confident.

"I'll leave the personnel arrangements in Otogakure to you while I'm gone."

"I understand, Lord Orochimaru."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 45 The Chunin Exams Are Imminent

The land of fire, Konoha.

Team 7, having just returned from a mission, encountered a group of three strangers wearing Sunagakure headbands.

A red-haired boy with the word "love" tattooed on his left eye is carrying an hourglass gourd on his back. He is holding Konohamaru in one hand and violently slamming him against a telephone pole.

Seeing his underling get beaten up, Naruto Uzumaki didn't hesitate, rolled up his sleeves, and charged in.

Before they could even touch their opponent, they were inexplicably bound to the spot by puppet strings.

"Damn it, what the hell is this thing!" Naruto roared in a fit of impotence.

call out.

A pebble flew out at breakneck speed, precisely severing the connection between the puppet strings and its controller, Kankuro.

Under a tree trunk not far away, Sasuke Uchiha, the last remaining member of the Uchiha clan, came to the rescue.

Before Sakura, her eyes sparkling with hearts, could even begin to lick the tree, Sasuke's pupils constricted sharply, as if sensing some kind of danger, and he slowly glanced behind him.

A dark shadow was seen hanging upside down from a tree. Gaara, who had just been standing on the street, appeared silently like a ghost!

……

At the same time, the Hokage Building.

Many Chunin and Jonin, including Kakashi Hatake, Kurenai Yuhi, Asuma Sarutobi, and Iruka, gathered together.

Wearing the Hokage robe and hat, Hiruzen Sarutobi sat in the main seat, a patina-covered old-fashioned pipe between his teeth, gently exhaling a smoke ring.

"Well then, let's all talk about the candidates for the Chunin Exams in seven days," Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing this, Kakashi was the first to step forward and recommended Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura.

His suggestion was immediately questioned by Iruka, who felt that Naruto and the others had only recently become genin and that participating in the brutal Chunin Exams directly might be life-threatening.

After all, this Chunin Exam was jointly organized by Konoha and Sunagakure, and many ninjas from other countries surrounding the two great nations were also participating, making it difficult to control their safety.

Kakashi argued his case and eventually made an agreement with Iruka to conduct a "qualification test" on Naruto and the other two.

After thinking for a moment, Kurenai Yuhi, who was also a Jonin, decided to recommend her own Team 8.

Kiba and Shino are fine, but Hinata's recent condition is causing her great concern.

Since emerging from her self-isolation, Hinata has become a completely different person, training almost recklessly and intensely, both physically and mentally!

"Hinata Hyuga, the incident a while ago dealt a very serious blow to the entire Hyuga clan. Are you sure there are no problems?" Hiruzen Sarutobi expressed the same concern.

Recalling Hinata's incredibly resolute face, Kurenai finally said solemnly, "I believe in that child's abilities, and this is also her own request."

"Is that so?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi adjusted his Hokage hat and looked up at all the veteran ninjas present. "The Hyuga clan is currently in a difficult situation. They are all villagers. During the Chunin Exams, we must do our best to ensure the safety of their younger generation."

"Understood, Third Hokage!" the ninjas responded in unison.

With recommendations from other Jonin, the list of candidates for the Chunin Exams was thus finalized.

After the meeting, everyone dispersed.

On the way, Kai, dressed in youthful attire, approached Kakashi.

"Kakashi, have you heard? That brat Fuuki seems to have appeared in the Land of Demons."

Kakashi slowly closed the book "Byakugan no Miko" that had replaced Icha Icha Paradise in his hand, and looked up at the vast, cloudless sky.

"Even the secret service doesn't have the authority to trespass into a neutral country. That guy really knows how to pick his location."

Recalling the scene of Hyuga Fuuki breaking through the Dog Earth Wall that night, Kakashi shook his head speechlessly and sighed, "As the most dangerous S-rank rogue ninja, he ended up selling goods on the street all the way to the Land of Demons."

"I really don't know what he's thinking..."

"Hahaha, that's just how that guy always is." Kai struck a slightly embarrassed pose, his signature teeth gleaming.

Clearly, he was also aware of the deeds of Feng Qi recorded in "The White-Eyed Taoist".

"An unpredictable style, perhaps?"

Kakashi put his hands in his pockets, pondered for a few seconds, and then chuckled, "That certainly sounds like his style."

For some reason, he had a feeling that the time to meet his junior, Hinata Kazeki, again was getting closer and closer...

-

The Land of Demons is located in the Shrine of the Priestess, at the very heart of the capital.

The bell rang, and Ziyuan, who was lying on the large bed, suddenly opened her eyes. Her long hair was disheveled, and her face, covered in cold sweat, still showed fear and terror.

She saw again the horrific image of Hinata Fuuki's body exploding into pieces, the image of blood and flesh scattering everywhere lingering deep in her mind.

"I have already broken my own destiny once."

Recalling the nonchalant expression on the face of the guy with the pure white eyes when he said those words, Shion sighed heavily and raised her hand to cover her eyes.

"Will this prophecy really be broken...?"

The girl, her expression somber, muttered to herself.

On the other side, in the spacious and bright villa of the Shrine Maiden Castle, there is a small pavilion with exquisite and delicate craftsmanship.

The brewed aster flower tea rippled gently, its aroma filling the air and creating a refreshing and delightful atmosphere.

Feng Qi sat opposite the priestess's guard, Zu Sui.

Since being branded with a "death prophecy" by Shion, Fengqi, an outsider, was "invited" to stay temporarily in the Witch Castle.

—The abilities and temperament that Feng Qi has shown are too special. No matter what, they must ensure that the prophecy is fulfilled accurately in order to ensure the safety of the priestess's life!

Faced with such unreasonable and forceful methods, Feng Qi, who had already planned to make contact with the spirits of the demons, naturally did not refuse. Instead, he settled down in the Witch City with a clear conscience.

"I never imagined you would be such a dangerous person, Mr. Hyuga Kazeki."

With a serious expression, Shiho broke the silence by speaking first.

Just now, Konoha of the Land of Fire sent an urgent notice to the Land of Demons, emphasizing the danger of the "Byakugan Taoist" and requesting their cooperation in capturing him.

The Land of Demons, which takes the shrine maiden's prophecy extremely seriously, would naturally not accept this proposal. They feigned ignorance and brushed off the negotiating ninja sent by Konoha, claiming that they would inform them immediately if they found Hyuga Fuuki's figure.

Unable to interfere in the internal affairs of the Land of Demons, the Konoha Anbu had no choice but to retreat.

Despite being known as the strongest village in the ninja world, Konoha's foreign policy is not tough at all. It has always been this way, not to mention that the Hyuga clan, which has a powerful fighting force, has suffered a heavy blow!

Therefore, Feng Qi was able to relax and adjust his condition, free from the harassment of wave after wave of ninjas.

"Now that you know my true identity, you still dare to sit here and drink tea with me. You have quite the courage."

Feng Qi picked up the aster flower tea and took a sip.

This flower tea, a specialty of the Land of Demons, has a mild flavor with a light fragrance, which suits his taste quite well.

"Even if it costs me my life, I will ensure the safety of the priestess and the accuracy of her prophecies. This is my mission."

Compared to Feng Qi's nonchalant attitude, Zu Sui's expression was much more serious. "Besides, I don't feel that you are that dangerous."

What S-rank rogue ninja would sit quietly and chat with me like this?!

"That's not necessarily true. If I go crazy, your whole country will be finished."

Feng Qi slowly put down his teacup and spoke a very true statement.

“At least you won’t do that now, will you?” Ashiho replied.

A gentle breeze blew, stirring up the fallen leaves in the courtyard.

The atmosphere fell silent again.

After pondering for a long time, Zui couldn't hold back any longer and asked in a deep voice, "Mr. Fengqi, do you really have a way to break the prophecy without harming Lady Shion?"

If it were anyone else, he certainly wouldn't have asked such an impossible question.

But Hyuga Kazeki in front of us is an exception.

In essence, this young man, who was able to fight back and kill the main branch of the Hyuga clan of Konoha under the absolute suppression of a special cursed seal, truly broke the shackles of fate!

Upon hearing this, Feng Qi simply smiled and offered no further explanation.

The bells on Ziyuan's body require human lives as a price to suppress the terrifying power within her and prevent it from going berserk.

He already had a general idea of ​​a similar approach, but he needed to come into contact with the spirits of demons to accurately determine its feasibility.