Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Chapter 143: Hiashi's Wedding; Izuna's Love Story Was All Fabricated.

Sungai tribe.

Hyuga Himon stood at the entrance of the clan's territory, greeting all the guests with a smile.

Today is the day of Hisashi's wedding.

"You've arrived? Please come in and have a seat. Brother Rizashi has been waiting for you for a long time!"

"Committee member Sakumo, oh my, it's been so long since I've seen you—" Hyuga Kamon greeted him warmly. Although it was Hizashi's wedding, he was also very happy.

Today, Hizashi is undoubtedly the leader of the branch family.

"Another member of the Konoha committee," a favorite of the Hokage.

They had previously advised the Hijiri in a subtle way to leave behind an heir—

However, Hizashi said that he had already dedicated his life to the Hokage and would never do such a waste of energy!

"The Hokage is the best; he ordered Hizashi-nii to get married—"

Fire Gate was unaware that Higasashi was going to conduct an experiment.

Only Tenzo, being a member of the Konoha committee and Hizashi's father, was informed by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

However, Tianzang did not dislike him; on the contrary, he developed a sense of respect for his youngest son.

This is truly like a caged bird braving the winds and frosts, carving out a brand new life for itself—

"Committee member Anma, this way please!"

"Minato candidate, oh my, when are you going back to the Ninja Academy? We're waiting to see your performance—"

As the number of guests increased, Hyuga Himon grew increasingly excited.

This guy's connections are truly extensive—

Meanwhile, Hyuga Takashi, the head of the main family who was helping Hizashi with the wedding preparations, was filled with envy at the sight.

That's incredibly powerful and well-connected!

His lineage sounds impressive, but who will recognize him once he leaves the family?

Nowadays, if Hizashi (a powerful figure) stood there in Konoha, he wouldn't exactly tremble with a single stomp of his foot—

It is also an existence that cannot be ignored by anyone.

"I heard that even Danzo, the Dark Lord of the Ninjas, had to show Hyuga some respect, because he was the Hokage's eye—" Hyuga Takashi sighed unconsciously.

An idea suddenly formed in his mind—

Was he born too early back then? If he had gone to be a member of the branch family, he might have been able to take over as the head eunuch.

"I should just help Richayu with his work. I've put on airs in front of him quite a bit before."

"I have to pay it all back. I was hoping he'd put in a good word for me with the Hokage so I could get a chance to improve my chances—"

Hinata Takashi shook his head and put on a smiling face.

The Hyuga clan is a powerful family with a history of over a thousand years, and their etiquette is quite comprehensive and elaborate.

For example, the guest announcement segment.

Whenever a Jonin arrives, Hyuga Takashi will use his chakra to report it.

This is to show respect to the guests and to demonstrate the prosperity of the Hyuga clan.

"Committee member Hiruzen is here!" "Committee member Isshin is here!" "Committee member Tsunade is here!"

Hinata Takakoshi informed him, and his heart grew increasingly uneasy.

"Twenty members of the Konoha Committee," that's almost more than half of them!

They weren't even considered high-ranking officials, like senior Jonin such as Shinnosuke.

As the head of the main family, Hyuga Takashi naturally held a certain status within the clan, but who would recognize him outside the clan's territory?

Today, Hizashi can be said to have immense influence and connections in Konoha.

"It is precisely under the Hokage's rule that Konoha is getting better and better—"

"In the past, if someone of Rishi's caliber had a grudge against me, and he planted me in the ground claiming I was growing medicinal herbs, no one would have said a word against it—"

Hinata Takashi sighed, which was why he didn't harbor any resentment.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi managed to win over Hizashi from the branch family, he wasn't bad off to the main family either.

Clan leader Tenzo is also a member of the Konoha Committee and currently holds an important position.

The father and son, Rishi and Tenzo, have now reconciled.

One is in charge of internal affairs, while the Hokage oversees everything.

One is responsible for foreign infiltration.

Hinata Taka's pupils suddenly contracted as he saw two important figures approaching.

"Are the gifts placed here?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Orochimaru walked over together, smiling and nodding to Takashi Hyuga: "This is my gift. The money is from Jiraiya. He's currently in seclusion at Mount Myōboku, so he can only send his gift in person. Please give him a message to Hizashi for me—"

Hyuga Takashi nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, Hokage-sama!"

I couldn't help but sigh, look at what kind of circle those Japanese business people are in now.

It's true what they say, "No one can hold back when they're laughing and joking; everyone they associate with is a committee member!"

Even Jiraiya, who was training in the Holy Land, had to ask the Hokage to deliver a gift to him.

In reality, it was Hiruzen Sarutobi who helped his foolish apprentice by following the custom; Jiraiya was completely unaware of this.

"Hokage-sama—"

Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi studying the guest list, Takashi Hyuga mustered his courage and asked, "Would you—would I also have the opportunity to serve you?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was somewhat surprised.

The main branch of the Hyuga clan, aren't you already quite comfortable within their ranks? Do you still want to strive for more?

"Of course, but what can you do?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked with a smile.

Hyuga Takashi was taken aback.

What can he do?

He did have a pair of innocent-looking white eyes, but his soft fist technique was only so-so; his forehand was weak and his backhand was powerless.

Hinata Takashi's face turned red instantly.

"Young man, you can do anything, just say it."

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and said, "It might not be related to combat. Everyone has different strengths, after all."

Hiruzen Sarutobi would like to see more members of the main clan brought to his side.

Politics is the art of balance.

If the main family is pressured too much, the Caged Bird Technique could become a hidden danger.

Hyuga Takashi stammered for a long time.

What can he do?

"Don't be shy." Hiruzen Sarutobi patted him on the shoulder. "Let me hear it."

"I can--"

"I am quite proficient in aristocratic etiquette, I know the manners of the powerful, and I am good at communication—"

Orochimaru's expression remained unchanged, but inwardly he smiled disdainfully.

Isn't this just like those foolish nobles of the Land of Fire? All that currying favor with the powerful, flattering, and opportunizing—

Hinata Takakoshi said, his face growing redder.

He was so focused on becoming a day laborer that he forgot the hardships that came with it.

"good--"

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded thoughtfully: "I'll call you to come see me in a while. Do a good job!"

Hyuga Takashi was shocked. Could someone like him really be useful?

Orochimaru was somewhat puzzled.

Aside from his pure Byakugan eyes, which are useful as experimental subjects, Hyuga Takashi is utterly useless in every other aspect.

After Hiruzen Sarutobi walked forward.

Hinata Takashi's heart was pounding, but he forcibly suppressed it and prepared to register the monetary gift and presents.

But they couldn't help but gasp; it was marked with the inscription of Tobirama Senju's former sword—

Thor's sword!

"The Hokage himself presented the groom, Hizashi, with the 'Thunder God Sword,' a priceless treasure of the ninja world and the Second Hokage's former personal weapon! Congratulations to the newlyweds!"

Hyuga Takayuki activated his chakra and loudly bowed in a chanting manner.

The sound was so loud that it echoed throughout the entire tribe's territory.

Immediately, exclamations of admiration arose, all marveling at the Hokage's generosity and Hizashi's good fortune.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart stirred.

Hyuga Takashi is quite a clever person.

"Congratulations, Tenzo, today is Hizashi's wedding!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and said to Tenzo, who was jogging over.

"Lord Hokage, this gift is too much, too much!" Tenzo said, his face beaming, waving his hands repeatedly.

"My former master once told me that this sword should be placed in the hands of the most loyal ninja to Konoha—"

"He deserves the salary."

"The Hyuga clan is also worthy," Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.

As far as he knew, this sword was made by Tobirama Senju to fight against "Tōenmaru".

But scientific research is bound to fail, and what they produced was a thunder sword instead of a water sword, so it was shelved.

Now, Tobirama has obtained Izuna's former sword—

It's a shame to leave this sword to gather dust.

"You flatter me, Hokage!"

"May Hizashi and his wife be forever united, just like Konoha and Hyuga—" Tenzo's face was full of smiles.

"That's only right!" Hiruzen Sarutobi replied with a smile.

On the main stage of the wedding, as Hyuga Takashi loudly announced the ceremony, Hizashi unconsciously grabbed his wife's hand.

The Hokage is giving him too much face—

As Hizashi surveyed the scene, both the main family and the branch family cast envious glances his way.

Even someone like Hizashi was somewhat captivated.

"Humans always spend their whole lives trying to heal from the shadows of their childhood, but Hiruzen has finally come out of it—" Orochimaru said secretly to Hiruzen Sarutobi, using genjutsu.

"Understandable; to not return home in glory is like wearing fine clothes at night—"

"A person only gets one chance in their life, so let him enjoy it to the fullest—" Hiruzen Sarutobi replied with a smile.

"Teacher, what are you going to do with Hyuga Takashi? I don't think he's very capable." Orochimaru's tone became casual during the genjutsu.

Although the Byakugan can see through genjutsu, no one would dare to use it on the Naruto in this situation—

"Go and contact the nobles of the Land of Fire, and find him a position in the administration department—"

"They can be very adept at social maneuvering within the Hyuga main family, after all, it's a thousand-year-old noble clan, and the nobility recognize that."

Orochimaru paused, then nodded thoughtfully.

If this is a job, then Hyuga Takashi is really well-suited for it.

Before attending the wedding, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Orochimaru held a meeting in the research department.

The production of "Holy Land Pills" has achieved a new breakthrough.

After nearly a year, the skills of the "Nara industrial workers ninja" have improved.

The formula has also been upgraded.

With the initial breakthrough in "chakra sustained release technology", "Holy Land Cosmetics" can also begin its launch.

Selling products isn't enough; the ninjas also need to handle the after-sales service and keep the audience in suspense.

Those ninjas who disrupt the normal battle sequence are naturally at a disadvantage.

But someone like Hinata Takashi, who is adept at feudal social etiquette and interpersonal relationships, would be very suitable for this job.

"Teacher, you really know how to use talent appropriately!" Orochimaru exclaimed sincerely.

"It's alright. I only learned it in the last few years. I've spoiled a genius like you since I was little." Hiruzen Sarutobi raised an eyebrow.

Orochimaru's lips curled up unconsciously. Look at what the teacher said!

It feels so comforting to hear that—

Next, Hiruzen Sarutobi became Hizashi's witness at their wedding.

After the wedding, Richa rushed to the bridal chamber.

Interestingly, Hizashi wasn't lecherous; he genuinely had no interest in that aspect.

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi insisted that he possess the bloodline before he could conduct the Oni-Gera experiments—

According to Hiji, once his wife is pregnant, there is no need to wait until the baby is born!

Go and sacrifice yourself for the Hokage and the village; delaying even a day would be heartless.

On the streets of Konoha.

Orochimaru and Hiruzen Sarutobi walked side by side.

During this period, Orochimaru and Hiruko were not only preparing the Kigaera ritual for Hizashi, striving for its success, but also hoping to elevate this formidable general of the Hokage—

He also went to the so-called "longevity village" and brought back a lot of valuable research material.

Orochimaru discovered that the people in this village were born with the ability to absorb natural energy.

Based on their bodily fluids, it might be possible to develop a method to break through immortal techniques, even if it's just a flawed version.

Orochimaru named this experimental project "Cursed Seal".

"Teacher, are you sure you developed this curse seal with the lowest possible intensity?"

Orochimaru pondered for a moment and said, "Then the extent of the enhancement will be limited—"

"Not the least potent, but the safest approach."

Hiruzen Sarutobi corrected, "The principle is the same as developing the cells of the First Hokage—"

"It's absolutely not worth sacrificing ten or even dozens of promising talents for the sake of limited individual improvement."

"Besides, according to you, the people in that village become berserk and consumed by the desire to kill when they absorb natural energy. What use is such an unstable power?"

According to Orochimaru's estimate, if he didn't care about the cost, he could quickly develop a finished product.

However, the cost is also extremely severe.

In Orochimaru's vision, cursed seals are divided into two high-level types: "Heavenly Cursed Seal" and "Earthly Cursed Seal".

The rest are ordinary spell seals.

Even with ordinary cursed seals, the survival rate after inoculation is extremely low, and the results are not expected to be much better than those of hagiography cells.

But it is true that it can control some natural energy.

"This will waste a lot of money, teacher—" Orochimaru said with a light laugh, "I need to tell you this first!"

"You, you, talent is the most valuable asset, and now the advantage is on our side."

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at his apprentice: "Next time, just say what you mean. I won't rush your experiments just because they take a long time—"

"I think you're trying to tell me that more of the profits from the next batch of Konoha products should be allocated to the research department, right?"

"You can't possibly not understand my line of thinking now."

Orochimaru licked his lips: "How embarrassing, the teacher actually saw through me—"

"I understand and agree with your line of thinking. Danzo has been mocking the research department for not putting in the work, so do you think I can give them a reasonable rebuttal?"

"You two go play by yourselves, don't bother the other ninjas—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand dismissively: "I think you've been wanting to trip him up for a long time!"

"Teacher, it's great that you're Hokage, I'm not in a hurry at all—" Orochimaru said sincerely.

What he really wanted was Hiruzen Sarutobi's approval, and besides, when you're Hokage, there's hardly any time for scientific research—

"I really dislike Danzo being my advisor—"

"Always pointing fingers and trying to intimidate me under the guise of being my advisor, who does he think he is?" A cold glint flashed in Orochimaru's eyes.

Having worked under Danzo is considered one of the darkest chapters of his life.

"Control the intensity; if the opportunity arises, I'll let you work your way up to be an assistant to Qianqian—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi slapped Orochimaru on the head and chuckled, "I should thank you for not making me rush to abdicate!"

"I wouldn't be in a hurry even if you worked for another fifty years!"

Orochimaru's eyes lit up.

He knew that Hiruzen Sarutobi's promise was true.

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Uchiha clan.

Humming a little tune, he returned from the Hyuga clan's territory.

Passing by Tobirama Senju's house, I slowly and leisurely knocked on the door.

As soon as he entered the room, he pretended to press his ear against the door, as if checking to see if anyone was following him.

Tobirama Senju's face was full of black lines.

Without the kaleidoscope, Isshin, usually so calm and collected, has become somewhat of a comedian—

Is the impact that big?

"Clan Chief Yixin, what brings you here?"

"Hey, I just came from Hizashi's wedding, so I came to see you—"

Isshin whispered, "Did you successfully use Yata no Mikoto?"

"We succeeded. We met with Young Clan Chief Izuna." Tobirama Senju coughed lightly.

Yixin became incredibly excited, clenching his fists tightly.

"Ancestors above, Heaven has eyes!" He wanted to shout it out loud, but he suppressed his emotions.

"So, did Young Clan Chief Izuna agree to give you power?"

What's his impression of you? Are your communications going smoothly?

The thought of possibly meeting Izuna in the future made Isshin feel like a fan about to meet their idol.

"I've agreed—"

Tobirama Senju said slowly, "His impression of me is alright, but I think he's just an average person. Not only did he make up stories about my background, but he also said a lot of nonsense—"

"Your background?" Yixin scratched his head in confusion.

But considering that this might be a scar on Qingshui's body, Yixin didn't ask any further questions.

I plan to talk to Izuna when I have the chance to find out what's going on.

But Isshin could probably guess that it was something like Izuna's grandson.

As for making things up, that's probably because he slept with too many women, and listing them one by one angered Qing Shui.

"What do you mean by 'nonsense'—"

"He said that Lord Mito is still alive, and that I'd better stay away from Uzumaki Ushio. Didn't the elders in the clan say that Lord Mito almost disfigured him with the Vajra Seal back then—"

Tobirama Senju coughed and said, "They also said it's best not to get involved with girls from the Uchiha clan, because if you're unlucky, you might encounter extreme cases, which is extremely dangerous!"

Yixin blinked.

That's true, but the problem is, we can't leave that kind of impression on the child.

Putting aside Uzumaki Shio, what happened to the girls of our clan?

Aren't there good girls like Misaka? Although she is indeed an exception—

Having just attended a wedding, Isshin eagerly anticipates Tobirama's coming of age, marriage, and children.

"I'm sorry, Young Clan Leader Izuna, but you can't hear me anyway—"

He silently chanted in his heart, "It's all for the sake of our clan."

"Hey, Qingshui! Don't listen to the young clan leader's bragging about this. It's just that the fighting and killing during the Warring States period left everyone feeling a bit repressed—"

"The young clan leader is just making up stories for everyone; in reality, how many women actually like him?"

"If he talks to you about battles or the clan's policies, you should study him carefully."

"But if it's about emotions, just listen for a laugh and that's it. We'll just give them face—"

Tobirama Senju nodded thoughtfully.

Turning to the Izuna inside her, she said with a mocking expression, "Oh, so it was all fake after all?"

Even Izuna couldn't hold back at this moment, and unusually swore: "You made me possess you, Aoshui!"

"Damn it, that little brat Yixin dares to spread rumors about me!"