Immortality begins with the ninjas of Konoha

"Aren't you disappointed by these people? To this day, they are still obsessed with false power."

"The Uchiha are originally a loving clan. From a very early time, our mission has been to create a peaceful world where everyone understands each other."

"Come with me, I'll show you another thing that has been passed down through generations."

After leaving the secret room, Obito quickly found the location of the partition and, without looking behind him, went alone to the secret room where the truth was recorded.

"This is the mission passed down through generations of the Uchiha clan, which details the methods for achieving peace!"

"Let's create a world full of love, where everyone can live happily."

While explaining in a low voice to Itachi behind him, Obito activated his Mangekyou Sharingan. After his eye power increased again, Obito deciphered some more information. Neither Black Zetsu nor Madara had lied to him.

Why can't I see the content above?

Uchiha Itachi asked in a low voice, and Obito turned around, staring at him with his Mangekyou Sharingan, and said in a deep voice:

"Only when you have eyes like mine can you know the truth."

"The stone tablet has been passed down for thousands of years, and to this day, only I can decipher it."

"You can verify this for yourself; I won't lie to you."

After a long silence, Itachi Uchiha looked puzzled again and asked the person in front of him in a low voice:

"Why are you telling me this? There are so many outstanding predecessors in the clan."

"Because you are special. While others are obsessed with power, you are thinking about protecting your younger brother."

Behind the mask, Obito's lips curled into a slight smile. He knew that Sasuke Uchiha was Itachi's biggest concern, and just as he had expected, Itachi clenched his fist.

"Only the power of love can awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan!"

"Your teachers inherited Tobirama Senju's evil will. They want to use the power of the Tailed Beasts to enslave this world. This is a destined showdown, and I hope you will make the right choice."

"To fulfill the mission of the Uchiha, or to indulge in this false peace?"

"Don't rush to give me an answer, you have plenty of time."

“I will organize an organization to eliminate all conflict in the world. If you wish your brother to live in peace, you can join us.”

Obito looked at the silent Uchiha Itachi and stopped speaking, then silently transformed into a vortex.

Recalling the close bond between Rin and Kakashi, Obito, back in the Kamui dimension, felt another pang of pain in his heart. After catching his breath, he murmured to himself:

"Let me protect you! You can be happier in a world without ninjas!"

When Itachi Uchiha returned home after leaving the secret room, he was in low spirits. He could vaguely hear the argument between Hachiro Uchiha and his father, but he no longer eavesdropped as he used to.

The clan members don't care about peace at all; on the contrary, they love war. They also give strict ninja training to the children.

"Brother! Can you teach me some more throwing techniques tomorrow?"

Sasuke Uchiha squeezed next to Itachi, his face flushed, and whispered a request. Seeing his younger brother's happy expression, Itachi couldn't help but recall their conversation in the secret room earlier:

"Sasuke, you shouldn't be a ninja anymore."

"Ninjas only bring people oppression and pain. I hope you can live a carefree life without having to control your emotions!"

Itachi Uchiha responded softly. Sasuke was delighted to have his head patted by his brother, though he couldn't understand what he was saying. He blinked, his eyes filled with admiration.

"Being a ninja is great! I want to become a ninja as strong as my brother!"

With a wry smile, Itachi Uchiha didn't respond further. Just as Madara Uchiha had said, he still had time to accept the other party's guidance and then explore the truth.

Since even great power cannot bring peace, he then seeks a "miracle"!

-

Chapter 205 The Bond Begins in Childhood...

On December 27th, the Hyuga clan held a grand birthday banquet for their 3-year-old eldest daughter, and envoys from neighboring small countries also came to offer their congratulations.

The Hyuga clan is known as the strongest clan in Konoha, a title reflected not only in the strength of its ninjas but also in many other aspects.

In terms of interpersonal relationships, the Uchiha clan is indeed lagging behind. Although there is a saying that "they will always run away in a one-on-one fight," many people still dislike the Uchiha's personality.

Having just returned from Kumogakure, Furukawa Osamu received a warm welcome. Inside the Hyuga clan's spacious dojo, Hiashi looked at his daughter kneeling in the center and softly introduced her:

“Shu, this is my daughter, Hinata Hyuga.”

"Perhaps I spoiled her too much. Hinata's personality is somewhat weak, and she is very different from Itachi Uchiha back then."

The dojo was surrounded by guests and members of the Hyuga clan who came to offer their congratulations. Ever since Itachi Uchiha “performed a martial arts demonstration” when he was a child, the Hyuga clan had kept it in mind and had been planning for it for a long time.

Sensing the gazes scrutinizing her from all directions, three-year-old Hinata Hyuga's mind went blank. Remembering her father's stern expression, the girl could only take deep breaths.

"To be able to use the techniques of Gentle Fist at this age is already very impressive!"

"The Hyuga clan is getting better and better, and Tsunade-sensei is happy for you all."

Osamu Furukawa, dressed in a dark blue kimono-style robe, sat beside Hiashi, offering sincere praise. Hiashi, however, sighed inwardly, thinking that his daughter's personality made it difficult for her to inherit the family business.

As it reached 10 o'clock, the dojo quieted down. Soon, a young man from the Hyuga clan introduced himself to everyone. When it was Hinata's turn to greet them, the girl stammered.

"Thank you so much for coming to my birthday party. I am Hinata Hyuga. Nice to meet you."

After saying these words, the girl blushed. Hyuga Neji, who was in the distance, thought Hinata was cute, but the adults around him began to frown.

Their ninja skills couldn't compare to Itachi Uchiha, and their personalities seemed even more different; the next generation of the Hyuga clan seemed to have fallen on hard times...

A three-year-old child's Gentle Fist is naturally weak and feeble, but fortunately Hinata did not have any problems during the sparring, which saved her father's face.

"Congratulations, Chief Rizu!"

"Lady Hinata will definitely become an excellent ninja in the future."

"Our three-year-old only knows how to play; no wonder she's the eldest daughter of the Hyuga clan..."

Amidst the praise, Hinata Hyuga bowed respectfully. What no one saw was that the girl's arms were covered in bruises, old injuries not yet healed, and new injuries added after the intense training.

With the most difficult part going smoothly, Hiashi Hyuga breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile gradually appeared on his face.

As the group headed to the reception room, several envoys from small countries appeared beside Furukawa Osamu.

"Lord Xiu, will the joint Chunin Exams be reinstated next year? Have those barbaric Kumogakure ninjas agreed?"

"To my shame, Lord Xiu, the tourism industry in the Land of Hot Springs has been greatly affected. If another war breaks out, we merchants will have to borrow money to make a living."

"The barbaric Hidden Cloud Village only knows how to use those terrifying monsters; that kind of power should be restricted."

The wealthy merchants of the Land of Hot Springs and the Land of Rice Fields became increasingly angry as they complained about the destruction caused by the Tailed Beasts. The land bombarded by the Tailed Beast Balls and the altered terrain made it difficult for crops to grow, resulting in enormous losses.

"I'm sorry to disappoint everyone. Although we came with sincerity, the Fourth Raikage failed to show his magnanimity."

"The joint Chunin Exams have indeed resumed, but only ninjas from Takigakure, Kusagakure, Amegakure, and Sunagakure will participate."

“We are still actively negotiating, but gaining trust obviously requires more time.”

With a smile, Furukawa revealed the news in advance, and the surrounding envoys all breathed a sigh of relief. The participation of small countries meant that trade routes in the surrounding area would be open, and as for the large countries, they could only accept the continued standoff.

The birthday party continued, and Hinata Hyuga did not embarrass her father. The praise she received grew louder and louder, and the shy appearance of the girl made the boys in the clan exclaim that she was cute.

Hyuga Hizashi also saw the look in his son's eyes, a fleeting look of hesitation crossed his face, but he ultimately patted his head and instructed him:

"Neji, remember to protect Lady Hinata. This is your mission now."

"I understand, Father. Lady Hinata is so cute. I will definitely protect her."

A blush appeared on Hyuga Neji's face as he looked up. He did want to train with Hinata, but he couldn't sense his father's emotions at that moment.

As evening fell and darkness descended, the Hyuga mansion quieted down.

Furukawa Osamu was invited to a private room, where Hyuga Hiashi handed over a prepared scroll. At this moment, the clan leader's lips tightened, and he once again showed a conflicted expression.

"This is a spell seal technique that involves the brain's nerves, and its lineage may date back to a hundred years ago."

"We, the younger generation, are incompetent and have never been able to make any changes. The protection of the white eye has ultimately become a shackle."

"Most members of the main family don't want to change, but I know that if this tradition continues, the brothers will gradually drift apart."

“Geniuses can change the world, Xiu. I really hope that you and the village can perfect this technique.”

"Forgive my incompetence. The next generation of Hyuga clan members may still bear this shackle. I only hope that one day in the future, the Hyuga clan will be completely changed."

As Hyuga Hiashi bowed his head in pleading, he thought of his own brother and felt a pang of sadness. He had done his best to go this far.

The main family members control the life and death of the branch families. Although they do not usually curse or kill their own clansmen, the feeling of controlling the life and death of others gives many members of the main family a sense of superiority.

"It has been passed down for so long, it seems that something significant must have happened in the Hyuga clan in the past."

"Chief Rizu need not worry. Cursed seals are also a form of sealing magic. We will eventually find a solution."

"As for the bloodline that has been scattered outside, Chief Rizu, what suggestions do you have?"

Furukawa Shuya handed over a scroll, which Hyuga Hiashi took and looked through. He frowned again when he saw the name "Little Hyuga Mukai".

Those who leave the Hyuga clan and marry outsiders have a low chance of their descendants awakening the Byakugan, and the probability of their descendants from the branch family awakening the Byakugan is even lower.

Hiashi Hyuga only had a vague impression of this middle-aged ninja. After a moment's thought, he replied softly:

"Since he has sold information to Kirigakure for many years and his body has been controlled, Xiu doesn't need to consider the opinions of the Hyuga clan."

"As for the left eye, Xiu can arrange it himself."

"It's enough that you informed me of this. I never expected that the person who left the family back then would leave behind this bloodline. It's a pity that I didn't take good care of him."

This intelligence was intercepted from the Root. Furukawa Osamu needed the Byakugan for research, and Kohinata Mukai just happened to meet his needs.

"Thank you for your understanding, Chief Rizu."

"There's no need to be so polite. On the battlefield, Xiu saved the lives of many of our people."

Hiashi Hyuga smiled again, and the two began to exchange their insights on techniques. Osamu Furukawa could tell that Hiashi genuinely wanted to help his younger brother, but he wouldn't show this weakness to outsiders.

As night fell, Furukawa Osamu discreetly left, only to discover, just a short distance from the Hyuga gate, that Naruto Uzumaki was confronting Neji Hyuga, pulling Hinata into the fray...

"You need to apologize to her. I saw you hurt her!"

"I'm teaching Hinata-sama Gentle Fist, let go of me!"

Naruto, wearing a red scarf, shielded Hinata behind him. Neji, seeing the blond-haired boy holding Hinata's hand, was furious and got into a fighting stance, ready to attack.

"what!"

Naruto was startled by the sudden appearance of Furukawa Osamu and screamed, but although he retreated, he still protected the girl behind him.

"Master Xiu!"

Hyuga Neji was also startled, but he quickly recovered, shouted, and whispered an explanation to her.

"You little brats, it's so late, you should go home and sleep."

"Naruto, Hinata is Neji's cousin. You should listen to her explanation carefully."

Naruto Uzumaki smiled immediately upon seeing his father's good friend, but upon hearing "cousin," he involuntarily tilted his head in thought, then muttered to himself:

"Why are his arms covered in injuries? These guys are really strange..."

Upon hearing Naruto's whisper, Hyuga Neji immediately ran to Hinata's side to check on her. When he saw the injury, his eyes widened in surprise. Remembering that it was probably caused by regular training, he immediately fell silent.

"Get some rest, Neji. Take Hinata back with you. Don't let your father worry."

Furukawa Osamu bent down and ruffled the heads of the two little ones with white eyes. Hinata, holding Neji's hand, blushed. It was the first time she had been affectionately cared for by an adult.

"Come on, Naruto, I'll take you home. The New Year is coming soon, you don't want to go home empty-handed, do you?"

"Handsome brother, please help me explain to my mother that I didn't mean to come home so late!"

Naruto squeezed next to Furukawa Osamu, tilted his head back, and pleaded in a low voice, explaining that his family was too strict and he would get beaten up for wandering around...

Furukawa Osamu simply chuckled without speaking, then vanished instantly. Hinata blinked at the sight, and as Neji pulled her back to the gate, the girl turned back again and murmured:

"Lord Shu and Naruto?... "

Chapter 206 The Ninja World is Just That Cruel...

On January 1st, 55th year of Konoha, the first day of the new year, many patients in Konoha Hospital received small gifts distributed by the village.

When Kohinata Mukai came to the hospital to visit his sick son, he specially changed into clothes that did not smell of smoke, just to leave a good impression on the mother and son.

The middle-aged man with medium-length black hair had an ordinary face and was hard to remember at first glance. However, his gentle smile when he saw his sick son left a deep impression on Uchiha Itachi.

Fugaku Uchiha had never smiled at him like that before. Itachi remembered his father's words of advice and couldn't help but lower his head again.