Naruto: Starting With Tenseigan C114 (Patreon)

Chapter 114: Main Story Progress, Karma Phase Two State!

"You bastard, your training for this group of kids is really unusually harsh."

By a small river at the Konoha training ground, Jiraiya, Kakashi, and Hyuga Makoto were sitting there fishing.

Not far away from them, Naruto and Sasuke were competing against each other, and Hinata and Neji were also sparring with the Gentle Fist.

These little kids were panting one by one, looking completely exhausted.

Yet Hyuga Makoto refused to call a halt, so they truly did not dare to stop.

This scene left Jiraiya somewhat amazed. As he pulled up a hooked fish, he spoke,

"I remember when I trained you, it wasn't nearly this strict, right?"

"Isn't that because I learn fast, Pervy Sage?"

"6"

Watching Jiraiya score another catch, Hyuga Makoto couldn't help curling his lips.

"Those secret techniques of yours, I just glanced at them once with the Byakugan, and once I memorized the circulation and changes of Chakra inside your body, I already knew how to do them. It's not hard at all."

"Not hard..."

Jiraiya's mouth twitched slightly; he had spent quite a lot of time learning those things!

How come out of your mouth, they became as worthless as dirt?

But looking at Hyuga Makoto's confident expression, and then at that pair of white eyes, he could only sigh.

"Hey, Kakashi, aren't his Byakugan even more absurd than your Sharingan?"

"Lord Jiraiya, perhaps this is what the Byakugan is supposed to look like."

Kakashi didn't mind at all, as he had also caught something here!

"Besides, isn't the whole of Konoha saying that the Hyuga Clan has always been wasting its own talent, and Makoto is the one who has thoroughly unleashed the potential of the Byakugan."

"Hearing you put it that way..."

Hyuga Makoto felt a bit awkward upon hearing this.

Whether the Hyuga had truly wasted their talent or not was hard for him to say for sure.

After all, in his memories, the Hyuga Clan basically had no Late Stage...

Yet everything he was displaying now was truly pushing the phrase "the Hyuga waste their talent" into an established fact.

Inside the Hyuga Clan, the competition right now was so fierce that it was utter chaos.

Not only to consolidate their foundations while waiting for Hyuga Makoto to Seal their Caged Bird Seal, but also genuinely to compete and prove themselves.

To be honest, Hyuga Makoto even suspected that if this fierce competition continued...

"Would it really grind out a powerhouse like Xiao Hyuga Mukai from my memories who could tear apart a Gundam with his bare hands and beat up Shisui and Uchiha Itachi?"

Of course, if such a person really appeared, he would only be overjoyed!

He was even considering whether he should add some fuel to the fire himself.

After all, the Hyuga basically belonged to him now...

【Main Quest: Become the World's condensation nucleus (18%)】

【You have completed the cohesion of a clan. Even though you are not yet the Clan Chief, everyone actively surrounds you.】

【You have also gained an excellent reputation in Konoha. The Konoha higher-ups, various major clans, and many Jonin in Konoha all know your talent and abilities.】

【They trust you and are willing to get close to you, and can try to rally around you.】

【It's just that because you are in the Anbu, you haven't had many opportunities to interact with them, and because of your position in the Anbu, many people in Konoha still don't understand you well.】

【They have only heard of your mighty reputation, but don't know who you really are. This is a form of protection to you, yet also an obstacle.】

【The same goes for Hidden Mist and many other places, but overall, you are already a powerhouse with a good reputation in the Ninja World. You still need to make further efforts.】

Looking at the evaluation given to him by the System, Hyuga Makoto couldn't help rubbing his chin.

"This evaluation is not bad, at least it's not like the old days when it said I was too insignificant..."

Recalling those past evaluations, he simply didn't want to speak of them.

And just now, the evaluation had already clearly told him what his "position" in the Hyuga was right now!

If it weren't for the fact that he had always been relatively respectful to Hyuga Hiashi, and that this Clan Chief also supported the branch Family...

I'm afraid those guys would all be shouting "Heavenly Father slays the Heavenly Elder, the country cannot be won, Hiashi is not the true ruler, and the Hyuga belong to Lord Makoto"...

"You guys are all way too extreme, you're going to get me into deep trouble!"

Hyuga Makoto couldn't help muttering. He was quite worried that one day when he woke up, someone would suddenly say to him, "The weather is turning cold, time to add some clothes."

He didn't need to worry about clan matters; as for the Village's problems, they were actually within his expectations.

The Anbu was just a platform for him from the very beginning; he never intended to stay here forever.

"I am going to use the Anbu platform to complete my initial accumulation."

"Through my'struggle' in the Anbu," he had gained a certain reputation not only within Konoha but even outside the Village.

The only reasons he continued to stay now were to accumulate a bit more reputation and at the same time check on Uchiha Izumi's condition.

"When I quit the Anbu, some of my deeds can also be made public. By then..."

Hyuga Makoto didn't even dare to imagine to what extent his main story progress could jump by then!

"Moreover, this Fusion of Yin-Yang Release has brought me quite significant changes."

【Name: Hyuga Makoto】

【Bloodline: Lunar Otsutsuki (42%)】

【Dojutsu: Tenseigan (22%)】

【Chakra Attribute: Yin, Yang】

Amidst his thoughts, his panel quietly emerged.

Seeing that only a partial Fusion had brought a two-percent increase in both items, his mood became even more cheerful.

With this Fusion, he could use many abilities related to Yin-Yang Release much more easily!

"Furthermore, I can wield individual Yin Release and Yang Release much more easily..."

Single Yin Release and Yang Release were already extraordinary powers in the Ninja World, and originally his curse mark already contained these two forces.

Relying on these powers, he had even faced the controlled Three-Tails head-on.

Now that they were easier to control and had even become stronger, this was immensely helpful to him!

"The most interesting thing is that my 'Karma Phase Two' state seems to have been completed..."

Recalling the miraculous changes that occurred in the Yin Seal after he integrated Yin-Yang Release into it, he couldn't help laughing.

The expanded Yin-Yang Release was no longer its original black color, but instead carried a strange azure blue.

This azure hue could not only manifest on the curse mark, but could even cover his entire body along with his Chakra output!

"It really looks just like Boruto's first 'Karma Phase Two'."

In such a state, combined with his ability to see the flame of life, a smile couldn't help curling up at the corner of his mouth.

Protecting the flame of life directly with Yang Release like Naruto was something he might not be able to do.

But when it came to destroying the flame of life, he seemed to have even more means...

"You brat, you're about to lose and you can still smile?"

But just as Hyuga Makoto was pondering, Jiraiya suddenly raised an eyebrow.

As he pulled up the fish that had just bitten the hook, he spoke with a chuckle,

"One hundred taels per fish, don't forget."

"Makoto, you really aren't good at fishing."

Kakashi was also somewhat amused. He and Jiraiya were reeling in fish continuously, but Hyuga Makoto hadn't caught a single thing.

"Could it be because you made Naruto and the others hang fish too many times that you ended up like this?"

Hyuga Makoto stopped smiling, and even began to grind his teeth in frustration.

He just didn't understand why none of the fish were biting his hook.

He truly regretted right now why he didn't have Lightning Release...

"Why aren't you talking?"

Jiraiya leaned his head right over, constantly looking into his fish basket.

"Tsk tsk, how is there still not a single one? Looks like you're going to have to spend a pretty penny this time."

Hyuga Makoto tilted his head and looked at Jiraiya for a long time, and after a moment, he spoke faintly,

"I can afford to lose this little bit of money; I was just thinking about something else and almost amused myself."

"Oh? What is it?"

Jiraiya blinked, looking somewhat curious, and even Kakashi leaned his head over.

"What kind of thing can make you smile even when you're about to lose?"

"I was thinking about the matter of Hanzou giving you guys the title of the 'Konoha Sannin'."

Hyuga Makoto gave a light hum, then looked at Jiraiya.

"This matter is quite interesting."

"Tch, that's really not interesting at all..."

Hearing this, Jiraiya couldn't help shaking his head.

This title could not be considered any sort of honor for him, Orochimaru, or Tsunade.

After all, they were the defeated subordinates of Hanzou, and it was simply because that old man was wary of what unimaginable things Konoha might do if he killed them.

Therefore, he used this "saving Face" kind of method to end the war.

Even though this moniker gradually changed its meaning as they grew, they would never forget the true meaning of this title.

"Hey, you wouldn't be smiling just thinking about us losing, would you?"

"That's not it; I was just thinking it would have been fine if he had changed the title a bit back then."

Hyuga Makoto shook his head, then slowly spoke.

"For instance, the Konoha 'Pervert, Gambler, and Poison' Sannin?"

Jiraiya's expression stiffened, and Kakashi was also stunned, but Hyuga Makoto grew excited.

"Look at it this way: you are so perverted, Lady Tsunade is an even bigger casino sucker, and Orochimaru plays with poisonous snakes all day long."

"Isn't this a perfect match?!"

"So, do you guys want to consider changing it?"

Kakashi fell somewhat silent, but the awkwardness and amusement in his eyes could no longer be suppressed.

As for Jiraiya, his fists hardened slightly, and for a moment he really wanted to throw a couple of punches at this Rebellious Disciple of his!

He admitted that this fit the facts very well, but was there any way to talk like that?

But thinking about it, he himself began to laugh.

"It's indeed quite good. Once we find Tsunade, I'll discuss it with her!"

"Huh?"

This time it was Kakashi's turn to be dumbfounded. Could this kind of thing really be changed just like that?

Didn't Hanzou care about Face?

"However, that old man Hanzou probably won't agree."

Fortunately, Jiraiya put away his smile at this moment, and he couldn't help sighing.

"I don't know what's wrong with that old man. Years ago, I heard he shut himself up in the Hidden Rain Village, and after that, there wasn't a trace of news. It's really strange."

"Who knows..."

Hyuga Makoto tilted his head. Actually, he really knew a thing or two.

Barring any accidents, the salamander is probably already chopped pepper fish by now..

Nagato was thoroughly beaten up by him, but dealing with a Hanzou whose late years were ominous and who had lost his faith was an absolute breeze!

"This guy fought for the Land of Rain his whole life. I still remember his grand aura back then. How did he turn into this ghost of a person?"

Jiraiya rubbed the space between his eyebrows, and then sighed slightly.

"Forget it, let's not talk about him. Whenever I mention this guy, I think of some things from the past."

"Oh?"

Hyuga Makoto blinked and asked on purpose.

"What is it, Pervy Sage? If you don't mind..."

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"Sigh, this is not a story worth recalling."

Jiraiya's Face showed some pain, and he didn't even care about the fishing rod shaking again.

After just a moment of silence, he finally spoke.

"This isn't much of a secret either. After the war in the Land of Rain ended, I stayed there for three years because I took in three Disciples."

"Three Disciples?"

Kakashi was a little surprised; he really didn't know about this, while Jiraiya gently nodded.

"Yeah, it's just a pity that these three children ended up dying in the chaos of war."

Speaking of this, he paused for a moment before reluctantly revealing a carefree smile.

"If you hadn't mentioned Hanzou, I would have almost forgotten. I really haven't been a dutiful teacher."

That's what he said, but some sadness overflowed from his eyes.

They were his Disciples after all. Even though they only spent three years together, those three years were still one of his most unforgettable periods of time.

Who would have thought that when he received news of them again, they were already separated by death.

"Kid, you are the Pervy Sage's only Disciple now."

Jiraiya turned his head and looked at Hyuga Makoto beside him.

"So be careful, stay focused, and don't get full of yourself just because you have a bit of strength. This sage doesn't want to receive any more bad news."

"Rest assured, Pervy Sage."

Hyuga Makoto's expression also became much more serious.

"I'm not that kind of person, and I think we can go take a look at the Land of Rain next time."

"Hmm?"

Jiraiya raised an eyebrow, seemingly guessing Hyuga Makoto's meaning, and Hyuga Makoto also smiled.

"You old lecher, how could you not go pay respects to my Senior Brothers after all these years?"

"Tch, one of them is a Senior Sister."

Jiraiya raised an eyebrow disdainfully, but the corners of his mouth curled into a smile.

He didn't like gloominess, and Hyuga Makoto clearly knew his personality!

"Besides, this sage has always been busy, alright? Who's like you?"

"Let's find some free time and go take a look at the Land of Rain."

Without waiting for Jiraiya and Kakashi to say anything, Hyuga Makoto decisively made the call.

"Nothing can be delayed. Once delayed, it will unconsciously be forgotten again."

Speaking of this, he pondered for a moment before standing up nonchalantly.

"How about this? I'll go ask the Hokage-sama for instructions, and taking advantage of having no missions right now, we'll go take a look..."

"Don't keep regrets lingering in your heart anymore. When you remember them later, you'll regret not doing it."

Having said this, Hyuga Makoto slowly turned around and walked toward the center of the Village.

Leaving behind the four people still training hard, as well as Jiraiya and Kakashi sitting by the river.

"This kid..."

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After a long while, Jiraiya finally revealed a smile.

"Action-oriented, he really has much more drive than I do."

"This is probably what makes him different from others."

Kakashi's exposed eyes also turned into crescents, and he chuckled while shaking his fishing rod.

"Back then when he faced Orochimaru, to protect his comrades, he stayed behind the moment he said he would. In this regard, he has surpassed many of us."

"Yeah."

Jiraiya nodded gently, and he also began to retake control of the fishing rod.

"Let's go take a look. Just as this kid said, don't leave regrets behind."

"Indeed..."

Kakashi raised his head, his gaze looking toward the sky.

"Perhaps I can also find a chance to go take a look at the Land of Grass..."

Having said this, both of them fell silent.

Perhaps they were concentrating on fishing, or perhaps their thoughts had already flown elsewhere.

I don't know how long passed, but suddenly both of them let out a faint sigh at the same time.

"Were we... competing with him in fishing?"

"Yeah.."

"So, he ran away?"

"It seems so..."

As the words fell, the two fell into silence once again.

They suddenly felt whether their evaluation of Hyuga Makoto was too good..

Just as they were silent, inside the Hokage Office, Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned as he looked at the document sent by Danzo in his hand.

"Tsunade, she is actually in the Land of Hot Springs..."

Tsunade's intelligence has always been something Hiruzen Sarutobi paid close attention to.

Especially after members using Wood Release appeared in both the Akatsuki Organization and the Nuclear Organization, he hoped all the more to find Tsunade back as soon as possible.

After all, she is the First Hokage's granddaughter. Even driven by Hyuga Makoto, they have all started researching Wood Release and thinking about how to deal with them.

"When it comes to understanding, I'm probably not as good as Tsunade!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi himself hadn't researched a little, but looking at the materials left behind by the First Hokage, he only felt his eyes go dim.

That stuff didn't seem meant for normal people to read...

"Can the intelligence be confirmed, Danzo?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi pondered for a moment, then raised his head and looked seriously at Danzo.

"Confirming Tsunade's matter is not like the Hidden Mist; we need more specific information."

"Humph, you don't trust this old man?"

Danzo snorted coldly; he had always been very confident in his own intelligence.

"Tsunade is in a small town in the Land of Hot Springs. It's full of casinos, and this old man even knows how much she has lost in total."

"Stop!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately interrupted Danzo; any other news would be fine, but this was the one he least wanted to hear.

His Disciples, one and all, every single one of them had issues.

"Since you're sure, contact her and let her come back."

"I think you should still select some suitable people to go."

However, Danzo shook his head.

"Ah?"

This choice made even Hiruzen Sarutobi somewhat surprised.

Wasn't this old friend of his always eager to crawl back up? Why is he rejecting a credit delivered right to his doorstep?

But Danzo remained calm, yet within his deep gaze, excitement flickered faintly!

"Orochimaru, you bastard have finally contacted this old man—, , , "

Danzo had been contacting Orochimaru all along, but unfortunately, Orochimaru had been "read and not replying" for some time.

This situation depressed him to no end, yet he particularly needed Orochimaru.

The plan he originally relied on using the Sharingan to balance the First Hokage's cells was designed by Orochimaru.

But this plan, following Uchiha Obito burning down the Police Force building with a fire, was basically half-bankrupted!

The Sharingan in his hands weren't much anymore, and the current Uchiha clan wasn't easy to deal with.

Cultivating them takes time, and the valuable ones are in the Anbu; he could only rely on Orochimaru!

"Although this guy contacted this old man and asked for a bunch of inexplicable mythological materials, there was ultimately a response."

With Orochimaru's line, he believed he could dig out more information about the Akatsuki Organization, so—, , ,

"Mere Tsunade is not worth mentioning!"

Anyway, Tsunade coming back would also be disadvantageous to him. If he sent people, Tsunade wouldn't pay attention to them, so he might as well ignore it.

"There is new progress regarding the Akatsuki Organization; I need to follow up further. After all, my manpower and funds are not few."

Danzo spoke expressionlessly, but he didn't forget to ask for benefits for himself.

"Please find someone else brilliant for Tsunade's matter; I need to put my energy into the Akatsuki Organization!"

"Is that so—, , , "

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded strangely, then couldn't help advising.

"That Nuclear Organization also needs attention. You shouldn't, because of Uchiha Itachi's matter, you—, , , "

Danzo looked silently at Hiruzen Sarutobi. Is this fucking just Uchiha Itachi's matter?

That bastard Uchiha Obito ambushed this old man, snatched this old man's First Hokage's cells, and even a Kotoamatsukami Sharingan!

"I understand; I will investigate properly."

However, Danzo didn't dare say it. If he said it, he would be dead for sure!

The Nuclear Organization was indeed dangerous, but the Akatsuki Organization was his heart's hatred...

"But I still think we should focus our energy on the Akatsuki Organization. There are simply too many Rogue Ninjas from Konoha over there."

Casually dropping a remark, Danzo then turned and left.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at his old friend's departing back, always feeling that this guy must be hiding something from him again.

However, Danzo's words were right; the Rogue Ninjas belonging to Konoha within the Akatsuki Organization were indeed quite numerous.

"They truly need key care and heavy punches!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi muttered silently in his heart, and his heart was also pondering what kind of person to send over..