When Hinata Yuzuru and Kakashi returned to Konoha, they went straight to the Hokage Building without any pause.
As always, Kakashi first reported the mission briefing to the third generation and answered some questions from the third generation, and then got down to business.
"Kakashi, what do you think of Yuzuru's current abilities?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen was sitting on the office chair. He was not wearing a hat at the moment. His thin hair was standing up and he was holding a pipe. He looked quite majestic and sharp.
"As a ninja who is only six years old, Yuzuru's strength has far exceeded that of me at the same age."
"Whether it is his judgment of the battlefield situation or his combat effectiveness, he already has abilities that are almost the same as mine. In fact, I think he already has the ability to lead an ANBU team on his own."
Kakashi gave an extremely positive answer to Hinata Yuzuru.
Even if he became a chuunin at the age of six, his strength would never be as outstanding as that of Hyuga Yuzuru. In other words, the current Hyuga Yuzuru definitely has the fighting power of a jonin level. The reason why he still has the title of genin is
It's purely because of lack of qualifications.
At this time, Hinata Yuzuru not only possesses special abilities such as Byakugan and Soft Fist, he can accurately order food in close combat, and be close to crushing him in torture. For the strong, he can also perform at a speed comparable to Shunshen Shisui.
Pull.
The Byakugan also has strategic value that cannot be matched by the Sharingan. Even Hyuga Yuzuru's eyesight is much better than that of ordinary ninjas of the Hyuga clan. Kakashi has personally sensed this and has never told the Hokage more.
Hinata Yuzuru was never asked why.
Hyuga Yuzuru also knew that he had noticed that his Byakugan power was far beyond ordinary people, but neither of the two parties who had a tacit understanding had ever discussed these things.
When the third generation heard Kakashi's report, he felt both sigh and surprise.
In fact, all he expected from Hyuga Yuzuru was to be a functional chuunin.
But judging from the various intelligences that are constantly coming in, even in terms of combat, he has the combat power of a Jonin of the Hyuga clan.
You must know that the Hyuga clan's self-proclaimed claim to being a wealthy family in Konoha is not groundless - against 80% of ordinary jounin, fighting at the same level, they have a close advantage that is close to crushing them. The only shortcoming is probably that Hinata
The clan doesn't practice ninjutsu very much, but with the existence of Kaiten, there is basically no ninjutsu that can break through the Hyuga clan's defense.
There is no doubt that Hyuga Yuzuru is already the upper limit among the Hyuga clan.
However, it is also a pity.
The upper limit of the Hyuga clan is so high.
From now on, unless there is a chance to awaken a unique eye technique like the Sharingan Kaleidoscope, or to reach the pinnacle of physical skills and develop a forbidden technique like the Eight Gates of Dungeon, he may not be able to make any further progress.
Already.
This is why the third generation trusts Yuzuru Hyuga and is not too afraid of the Hyuga clan.
Throughout the entire history of Naruto, there has never been an example of the Hyuga clan breaking away from the scope of Jonin and becoming a Kage-level powerhouse, and there has never been an example of the Byakugan being able to evolve.
The lower limit is high, promotion is fast, and the upper limit is low.
This is why the third generation is extremely surprised by Hinata Yuzuru's progress, but he can also accept it.
If Hyuga Yuzuru changed his name and became Uchiha Yuzuru, the third generation might not even be able to keep the two tufts of hair left on his head.
"I see."
Sandai smiled slightly and seemed to have made some decision.
"Yuzuru, things have changed. Starting today, your partner will be temporarily changed, and the tasks will also be changed."
He looked at Hinata Yuzuru with admiration in his eyes: "I have been paying attention to your performance before, and I have to say that you are far better than I imagined."
"It seems that I underestimated you."
The meaningful words of the third generation just made Hinata Yuzuru, who was wearing glasses at the moment, smile softly and lower his head humbly: "Compared with the outstanding seniors, I am still far behind."
"There is no need to be modest. I believe in Kakashi's judgment. You are the most outstanding genius in our Konoha. I am convinced of this!"
The third generation paused, then said: "But now, I have more important things that you need to do."
"The actions of the Cloud Hidden Village are unusual. Anbu has observed that some ninjas from the Cloud Hidden Village have been deliberately engaging in friction with us on the border through missions or trade. I judge that they are using this to test our attitude and determination in Konoha.
"
"Since they want to see it, let them see Konoha's determination!"
"You should know that although the Third Ninja War has ended... the war has not stopped yet."
Hinata Yuzuru understands this very well.
A huge ninja war broke out, and all the ninja villages were injured.
The current Sandai only wants peace in his heart, but he cannot kowtow and admit defeat without fighting. Doing so will undoubtedly lose his face, and the people below him will never agree.
Therefore, we must fight, at least until one of the parties cannot accept the loss.
But the clouds of war have not yet dissipated. Although the Third Ninja War has come to an end, wars and frictions in these individual ninja villages may still ignite the still-high temperature of the Ninja World anytime, anywhere, and trigger the Fourth Ninja War.
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"Starting from tomorrow, you will follow the Shisui team to the border. The purpose is not to cause greater conflicts, but for peace."
The third generation looked at Hinata Yuzuru meaningfully and said, "You know what this might mean, right?"
Of course, Hyuga Yuzuru knew this very well. The third generation hoped that he could avoid causing greater conflicts and show a tough counterattack attitude. At the same time, he would not force Konoha and Kumogakure Village to go into full-scale war. It was best to let Kumo Hidden Village see it.
Konoha's skinny camels are bigger than horses, so it would be best to sign a peace agreement on this.
Hyuga Yuzuru was brainstorming the purpose of the third generation. The purpose of the battle was already clear, but why did he separate himself from Kakashi and let himself and Uchiha Shisui perform the mission together?
"Yes, I know." Hinata Yuzuru's current identity was unable to refuse the Hokage's order, so he could only agree first.
Fortunately, Uchiha Shisui still has some friendship with him. Although he is somewhat reluctant to part with the gentle Kakashi-senpai, it is also a good thing to be able to communicate more with Shisui.
"As for Kakashi..." The third generation lowered his face and said gloomily: "Some of Danzo's actions are really too much. I want Kakashi to monitor the roots to prevent him from doing more.
So many mistakes have been made.”
As Sandaime spoke, he observed Hinata Yuzuru's expression without any trace, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart when he saw that he showed no surprise.
In fact, Danzo had proposed to him more than once that he should let Yuzuru Hinata come to the Roots. In name, it was to prevent such a genius from dying prematurely, and to better protect his growth in the deeper darkness of Konoha in the Roots.
Avoid attracting attention.
But how could Sandai not understand his thoughts?
In order to prevent Danzo from doing something stupid, and out of a certain desire to protect Hyuga Yuzuru, he did not want Danzo to have any contact with Hyuga Yuzuru. If a fight really broke out, the two of them would not be able to get off the stage, and they would have to give up.
Che Baoshuai - who will be that car?
It was difficult for the third generation to make a choice, so he simply didn’t choose. Let Kakashi keep an eye on Danzo, and let Yuzuru Hinata leave the village first, stay away from the center of the whirlpool, and grow up quietly. With Shisui here, you don’t have to worry about him.
of safety.
More importantly, judging from the intelligence that Kakashi has continuously received and reported from time to time during this year, Kakashi has shown a great affection for this guy. This is a good thing and a bad thing.
The good thing is that the third generation really doesn't want Kakashi to be immersed in the sorrow of the past and become a killing machine that only knows how to carry out cold killing tasks. He also hopes that Kakashi can have new bonds in the village.
The bad thing is that Hyuga Yuzuru is equally outstanding, and it involves the Hyuga clan. If the two are too entangled, it's hard to say whether it's a blessing or a curse.
Kakashi is the direct descendant of the third generation of Hokage, and he believes that Kakashi can fill the gap in his power among the new generation of Konoha.
As for Hyuga Yuzuru... To put it bluntly, he is a member of the Hyuga branch after all. He may waver at any time due to the attitude or decision-making of the clan and remain neutral. This is an unacceptable thing for the Hokage.
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He hoped that Hinata Yuzuru could fall to him, but he thought that he would not be able to fall as completely as Kakashi, so he was a little wary. In a sense, he was even allowed to join the ANBU and leave his hometown for a long time.
The mission is to deliberately hope that he will not stay in the family for too long.
But Yuzuru Hyuga still needs to be cultivated. An excellent ninja leader is indispensable, because Yuzuru Hyuga is a genius. How can such a character be controlled by ordinary people?
After thinking about it, I suddenly discovered that Uchiha Shisui and him had a good personal relationship. They were similar in age, and their family status meant that the two of them were destined to never be completely on the same page. It was a match made in heaven.
"I see."
Kakashi can only accept orders from the third generation.
He glanced at Hinata Yuzuru with complicated eyes.
"And one more thing."
The third generation stood up, smiled, and looked at Hinata Yuzuru.
"From today on, Yuzuru, you are a chuunin."
Hinata Yuzuru glanced at Kakashi. Faced with his sudden promotion, he just smiled and said softly: "Yes, the Third Generation."
"Okay, go home and have a good rest. Tomorrow afternoon, you have to leave again...I'm sorry, I will give you a long vacation when this mission is over." Sandai looked apologetic.
Hinata Yuzuru just stopped and said with a serious expression: "I will never let the Third Generation down!"
He seems to be loyal.
Sandai praised him a few more times and let him go home to rest.
But when the two walked out of the Hokage's office.
Hinata Yuzuru's serious expression turned into a joke.
Under Kakashi's nonchalant gaze, he chuckled and pushed up his glasses: "Kakashi-senpai, you became a chuunin when you were six years old, right? How many months are you six years old?"
Kakashi pulled the mask, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly: "Five months?"
He knew that Hinata Yuzuru was quite interested in such an 'achievement'.
"It seems that the next thing to do is to become a Jonin before the age of twelve." Hinata Yuzuru joked with a smile, breaking his record in front of Kakashi, which made him feel particularly satisfied.
But Kakashi was very indifferent. He put his hands in his pockets and said casually: "For you, maybe seven or eight years old is enough for this kind of thing."
"Isn't Shisui-senpai just a chuunin now... Without qualifications, it's very difficult to become a jounin." Having said that, Hinata Yuzuru didn't seem worried at all.
He and Kakashi chatted for a while, then left the building and went their separate ways, each going back to his home.
Hinata Yuzuru quickened her pace on the way home.
In fact, his father had secretly sent messages many times, asking him to go home and say that his mother missed him. This was the code agreed between them, which meant that the plan would move forward again.
further.
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ps: This Kakashi ANBU chapter actually took quite a long time to write, but after careful consideration I decided to delete some of the saved manuscripts to speed up the process, otherwise it would be a bit too long to write.
There are so many saved manuscripts! My heart is bleeding!