In Konoha, Naruto lies down

Shaking his head, Naruto's thoughts became clearer and he said to Tsunade across the table.

"It's not just because of Hinata, but also Neji. Hyuga Hiashi keeps saying he wants to change the Hyuga, but after all these years nothing has changed."

"In that case, I'll do what he can't do, and I'll find someone to tell him what he doesn't dare to say. Danzo has already suppressed it, so what else is missing?"

Tsunade stared at him for a long time, then suddenly smiled. The corners of her mouth curled slightly, but it didn't seem like she was mocking him.

"In that case, just do it."

"I..." Naruto smiled frivolously, "Tsunade-sama, you know me well. I am a low-key person and don't like to do such high-profile things."

"So what you just said was false?" Tsunade laughed, "Or were you just saying it to satisfy your own pleasure?"

"Well, didn't I come here to ask you for advice?" Naruto looked a little embarrassed. "I'm not a fool. As an outsider, there's nothing to gain from me intervening in the affairs of the Hyuga clan."

"I'm far behind in both reason and emotion. Even if I succeed, it will easily give people a reason to criticize me, and other families will be wary of me."

Hearing this, Tsunade smiled and spoke.

"They might even wonder if you're making those moves on behalf of me or Kakashi. These clans have been deeply rooted in Konoha for hundreds of years, and some even established themselves before the village was founded. Your meddling in the Hyuga clan's affairs could trigger a whole chain of events."

"I'm almost gone, but Kakashi's situation is hard to say. Konoha has never been a harmonious place, and it's common for the various clans to compete for resources."

Naruto probably knew what Tsunade had just said.

"So, I don't want to get involved. Lady Tsunade, teach me!"

Hearing this, Tsunade was speechless and rolled her eyes. Then she waved her hand, signaling Naruto to come over, and said with a twitch of her lips.

"Come over here and I'll tell you."

"Uh..." He hesitated, fearing that Tsunade would hold a grudge and punch him in the face.

But in the end he still walked over obediently, and Tsunade grabbed his clothes and pulled him over, while pinching his face with the other hand.

His vision was suddenly occupied by a large area of ​​undulating white halo, exactly the same as six years ago. Tsunade pinched his face wildly again.

"You used to like scheming on your own, your methods were clumsy and childish, almost laughable. Now you've improved and now you know to beg me for help?"

"Doesn't this have a backer?" Naruto said, but he was thinking that the mountain was a bit thick.

The next second, he felt himself falling into a warm embrace, his fragrance filling his embrace. His face was pressed heavily against the mountain, making it difficult for him to breathe.

"You haven't done many human affairs, but at least this is the right choice," she said.

........

The next day.

Naruto sat up suddenly from the bed, cold sweat oozing from his forehead. He didn't know why, but he inexplicably dreamed of Uchiha Itachi. Since that incident, he rarely dreamed of him again.

At that time, I was still weak, and Uchiha Itachi brought Hoshigaki Kisame to chase me. For me at that time, it was nothing more than a huge shadow.

Even though he managed to survive with Ino later, the fear of opening the door still dominated him for several months. But those things were long gone, and there was no need for him to be afraid even if he faced Uchiha Itachi now.

Why again...

Naruto dragged his tired body out of bed in his slippers. He hadn't slept all night, his eyelids were heavy, and his mind was full of messy thoughts.

Yesterday at the Hokage Building, Tsunade hugged him for no apparent reason. Although the hug didn't last long and there were no other movements, Naruto still sensed a strange emotion from Tsunade.

Why would he have such an emotion? Although Naruto always liked to take a few glances at Tofu, he also knew that Tsunade was not on the same level as him.

In terms of strength, they might be equal, but in terms of brains and political schemes, Princess Qianshou is definitely a master. She ruled by doing nothing when she came to power, secretly dragging down all the top brass.

If Tsunade is said to be big-breasted and brainless, Naruto would be the first to disagree. When it comes to experience and knowledge, as well as the struggles between the village families, she is as clear as a mirror.

Naruto asked her to teach him how to deal with the troublesome matter of Hinata, and revealed all his conditions, including being able to free the caged bird and having contact with Neji.

He told Tsunade everything that was related to the Hyuga clan, word for word. Tsunade thought about it for a long time and didn't tell him the answer until midnight.

If he wanted to lead the transformation of the Hyuga clan, he should have removed himself first. Then he should have removed Neji as well, and he must have removed him completely.

Naruto asked her why, but Tsunade just smiled and didn't explain.

After waking up in a daze, Naruto also understood Tsunade's intention. Only when Neji was removed could he stand up at the critical moment.

Neji's status is unique, as he is the closest branch family to the main family. His father, Hyuga Hiashi, died for the main family, and Hyuga Hiashi owes him a favor.

There is no reason for the main family to target a qualified descendant of the branch family, as this would cause dissatisfaction among the branch family. After all, the people of the branch family may not necessarily remember the arrogance of the Cloud Village envoy, but they will always remember that Neji's father died for the main family.

If Neji was a person who erased the bird in the cage, then no matter whether he stood on the side of the main family or the branch family, he would not get any benefits, and might even be excluded.

In Tsunade's analysis, the branch families were a long-suppressed group whose feelings towards the main family were complex and varied. It wasn't simply hatred or fear, but rather a fear of power rather than virtue.

Out of hatred for the caged bird, once the branch family erases the seal on its forehead, the first thing they will do when they come to their senses is to retaliate against the main family, and even force them to learn how to cast the caged bird mark.

Some people in the branch family may just want freedom like Neji, because Neji has a bright future and can escape the fate of being a scapegoat by simply getting rid of the caged bird.

For Neji, the bird in the cage is a shackle and a stumbling block on his way to greater heights.

But not all the members of the branch family are like Ningji. Some of them are dissatisfied and will definitely want to control more power. They hate the main family, but they always want to become the main family.

Once this opportunity arises, someone will definitely give it a try. And at this time, when the main family is in trouble, it is most appropriate for Neji to step forward.

As, the last caged bird.

"The last caged bird?" Naruto stood in front of the bathroom mirror, looking at himself carefully. There were bloodshot eyes, and it was obvious that he had not had a good rest.

He put toothpaste on the toothbrush and muttered to himself with his head down.

"For the last bird in the cage, the shackles are no longer shackles, but a sharp sword. It can pierce both the main family and the branch family."

"At that time, we only needed to intimidate the branch family and leave the main family speechless. After all, the matter was already done, and Hyuga was no longer a caged bird."

"The main family wouldn't dare take action against Neji. Instead, they would demand that he erase the caged bird mark. Because to them, the caged bird was once a symbol of humble status. But when all the branch families became history, the main family's prestige would no longer exist. The caged bird on Neji's forehead would become a thorn in their hearts, constantly reminding them of the absurd things they had done. The shackles are engraved on Neji's forehead, but they will be engraved in their hearts."

As he said that, Naruto put the toothbrush into his mouth, and as he brushed, he remembered what happened in the office last night.

Tsunade........

If you ask yourself, Naruto has had some feelings for Tsunade. Putting aside the headlights, Tsunade, who has maintained her youthful appearance, is one of the top three or even the top two in Konoha for her looks.

She's older, beautiful, and huge...it's hard not to have feelings for Tsunade. Naruto isn't a eunuch, and the two have been in close contact for nearly six years.

As I get older, my body grows bigger. It would be a lie to say I don't have any emotions.

However, Naruto knew very well that Tsunade's interest in him was not the kind of interest between men and women. She just treated him as a junior, which was definitely not too much of an overstep.

He had always thought this way, so he felt no burden in his heart. Even when he came into contact with Tsunade, he was laughing and extremely relaxed.

If you can take advantage, take advantage. If you don’t take advantage, you are a bastard.

Before that, everything was fine, everything was normal. Until he followed the dragon vein through time and space, and met Tsunade in the Land of Wind.

He hadn't done anything special, just tricking Tsunade into playing cards and dice. He'd used his real name and appearance for some reason, simply because he was too lazy to pretend.

I'm used to the way I get along with Tsunade. As long as we're together, even if we've never met before, I still feel relaxed and comfortable.

But he forgot that Tsunade also thought so, when she was at her lowest point. Her family and loved ones died on the battlefield, and she realized that the medical ninjutsu she had pursued all her life was so powerless.

War is so cruel, life is so fragile, and fate is so hopeless.

The successive blows completely shattered her faith in medical ninjutsu, and she even developed hemophobia. She could not stay in the village that made her feel depressed.

So she took Jingyin away, traveling aimlessly around the world, teaching medicine to relax. She felt that she would never be able to get out of those shadows in her lifetime, and that living was just a waste of time.

But at this moment, such a stunning person suddenly appeared. He was ten years younger than her, and they got along so well even though it was their first meeting.

It was like they were old friends, and he even knew all her temperament and habits. She was very happy to be with him, and she forgot all the sad things.

But one day, that person left, saying that they would definitely meet again in the future. Tsunade wanted to chase him, but hesitated, which made her feel sad.

She just didn't want to bring him misfortune, so the rainstorm gave her an excuse to stop pursuing him. They would meet again in the future anyway, right?

Who could have thought that nearly twenty years would pass and when she saw that man again, she found out that it was Minato's son, a kid in his early twelve years old.

At that moment, she didn't know how to face Jiraiya, let alone how to reconcile with herself. Jiraiya was still rambling on about how the village needed her, but the cards in his hand were completely obscured.

After wandering in the Ninja World for twenty years, there has never been a longer journey than this. Tsunade thought that she would never see that person again until her death, and that her life would end here.

After all, some people you pass by and never see again, but what's even more cruel is that when you meet again, the other person has become younger, and you have become an old aunt.

in the bathroom.

Naruto called up mission three while brushing his teeth, looking absentmindedly at the reward for mission three.

Dear World Traveler, the Evil God has sent you an invitation. Gather ten followers and receive the following reward: Hashirama Cell Activation Technique (Fully activate your body once, returning you to eighteen).

The body was fully revitalized, a more thorough process than Tsunade's suppression of her own vitality to maintain her ageless appearance. It was a true return to the age of eighteen, minus her thoughts, soul, and memories.

He originally reserved this reward for Tsunade. Naruto knew that if it weren't for Tsunade, he would never have been able to reach his current position easily and steadily.

Naruto spit out a mouthful of mouthwash and turned off the system. He walked into the living room with a click, got a glass of water from the kitchen and sat on the sofa.

The living room was completely silent. Hydrangea and Yakumo Kurama were still asleep in their respective rooms. Wild Fox hadn't returned all night, and it was unclear if he had been pounced on.

The balcony curtains were not drawn, and the faint blue light of the early morning shone through the glass into the living room. Naruto took a sip from a cup, feeling a little confused.

Chapter 380: Sudden change, the main personality awakens during the rainstorm

"Itachi Uchiha deserves to die!" Naruto sat on the sofa in a daze for a long time, then suddenly held the water cup and said viciously, "Itachi deserves to die!"

Well, the object of disgust has shifted from Danzo.

Although Danzo hadn't sent it yet, half of his hard work had been wasted. He expected Sasuke to come knocking after he learned the truth, so Danzo wouldn't be able to escape.

Naruto was too lazy to wade into the muddy waters and didn't want to fight a dying Danzo. It would be better to leave it to the energetic Sasuke, and it would be best if both sides were injured.

Sasuke is also a lunatic and a huge troublemaker.

Naruto didn't hold onto any hope for any ties to Sasuke. The fact that the bastard hadn't attacked him was already a sign of his sanity. If he knew he was using his name to go about doing things that no one else could do... well, he absolutely couldn't let him know.

.........

Time flew by and it was noon. Naruto went out to buy a batch of new supplies and added them to the sealed space. At the same time, he also prepared to deal with the old supplies in the space.

The Konoha Orphanage is still open and its area is not very large.

The orphanage director was a slightly older woman. She was a little surprised why Naruto donated so many supplies to the orphanage at one time.

Naruto couldn't explain why he had hoarded so many supplies, so he made up a vague excuse and donated them all. It was useless to keep them in his hands, but it would be a pity to throw them away.

He rejected the woman's suggestion that the orphans thank him, and just said that he had something else to do, then turned and left in a hurry. Before leaving, he met a strange boy.

Naruto paused, looked back at the brown-haired boy wearing goggles, and frowned. The boy seemed to be Mugino, an orphan taken in by the Sandaime.

He didn't have much impression of this, but seeing him wearing ninja clothes, he couldn't help but feel a little touched. The best career for an orphan is to be a ninja, and those who are lucky enough to survive are even fewer.

After leaving the orphanage, Naruto turned and walked into the main street of Konoha. He packed three servings of ramen at the ramen shop and returned home with ease.

Just as I was changing my shoes at the entrance, I saw two useless subordinates who had finished washing up and were sitting on the sofa watching TV with empty stomachs. I turned around and saw him coming back, and my eyes lit up.

Hydrangea and Kurama Yakumo's vacations were extended as a reward for their long-term training. Even with the tools, one needs to be gentle to avoid rebelliousness.

"Master, how long can we rest for?" Hydrangea asked, looking up from her ramen bowl.

"I can probably rest for a few more days, maybe two or three." Naruto glanced at Hydrangea and explained, "Although the training was a bit hard, the results were remarkable."

"Is it a bit hard?" Hydrangea almost swallowed her chopsticks and said indignantly, "I've been resurrected over three thousand times, a full three thousand times!!"

“Three thousand times!!!”

"Then you are too weak. You should look for the reasons within yourself, Hydrangea." Naruto squinted his eyes, "Have you given up your dream of becoming the next angel?"

"I..." Hydrangea hesitated.

In contrast, Kurama Yakumo was much quieter. Unlike Hydrangea, who volunteered, she had actively asked to join, simply to strengthen her physique and become a qualified and powerful ninja.

Although rest time is precious, she also does not reject training. Naruto does not need to pay attention to her at all. After finishing her meal, Kurama Yakumo cleaned up the remaining garbage and then took the initiative to massage Naruto's shoulders.

Hydrangea was stunned, but she couldn't bring herself to go over, so she could only eat her noodles.

afternoon.

Naruto sat on the balcony, fan in hand, in a daze, thinking about what happened last night. He then opened the dashboard to take a look at the contents of Mission 3, and felt that time was running out.

Mission Three was less than a third complete, but to complete it, he had to leave the village. He couldn't look for candidates in the village, as there was a risk of leaks.

Secondly, these Whirlpool Ten Lady's had their own training panels and would all be his subordinates in the future. Choosing followers who were too weak would be a complete waste of quota.

So you have to complete Mission 3 and get the reward, but you can't just pick random people. Hydrangea and Kurama Yakumo are both special talents, not just ordinary passers-by.

Even if they haven't shown strong abilities yet, a good knife never fears sharpening. One day, all the investment and training will pay off.

Wait...how did I become a female ninja trainer? Damn it!