Chapter 83: Is He in the Hidden Mist? Uchiha Itachi's Days Won't Be Easy!
"Is it that everyone with abnormal eyes likes to laugh so wildly?"
On the streets of Konoha, Hyuga Makoto was strolling with little Hinata.
Recalling the appearance of those three Hyuga Branch Family members after their Caged Bird Seals were sealed a few days ago, he himself felt it was a bit hard to keep a straight face.
They laughed too heartily, too wildly!
To the point where he felt like he was looking at the Uchiha...
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"Although strictly speaking, they all share the same ancestor, it shouldn't be to this extent, right?"
Recalling how, after they finished laughing and underwent Hyuga Hiashi's test of the Caged Bird Seal, the way they looked at the Clan Chief had changed.
That feeling was as if they were saying, 'The Hyuga can only have one sun'!
"Hinata, you really should thank me."
Thinking of this, Hyuga Makoto couldn't help but turn to look at Hinata, who seemed a bit confused.
"I've always been grateful to Brother Makoto. If it weren't for you, I..."
"..."
"It's nothing, we're not talking about the same thing."
Hyuga Makoto shook his head slightly. Although Hinata was almost eight years old, she still found it hard to understand the oppression felt by the Branch Family.
If Hyuga Makoto hadn't been standing there watching the three of them, they might have actually been unable to stop themselves from taking action!
"However, things might be a bit restless for a while, but the clan will be better in the future."
"Oh..."
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Hinata nodded somewhat blankly and then broke into a smile.
"Father also said that the clan will be better in the future, and it's all thanks to Brother Makoto and Uncle Hizashi."
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Hyuga Makoto was somewhat speechless; he didn't know how to respond for a moment.
Hyuga Hizashi had been very good to him while he was alive, but after his death...
He had almost become his nightmare!
"Also, Brother Neji has always been very grateful to Brother Makoto."
Hinata had no idea what Hyuga Makoto was thinking; she pulled at him and continued smiling.
"Not just him, everyone is talking about Brother Makoto and is very grateful to you. Moreover, everyone is working much harder."
"..."
"Of course, after all, the harder you work, the more you can pursue freedom."
Hearing this, Hyuga Makoto couldn't help but laugh.
After sealing the Caged Bird Seals of those three, Hyuga Hiashi also hoped they wouldn't reveal it easily, or at least not in such detail!
He still wanted to maintain stability, especially after what happened with the Uchiha next door; he didn't want such a thing to happen to the Hyuga.
Besides, a Byakugan without the protection of the Caged Bird Seal was too dangerous!
"At the very least, one must have enough strength to protect themselves; otherwise, it would be a disaster for the Hyuga and for every one of you."
Although his words made the three Branch Family members unhappy, upon careful reflection, it seemed that was indeed the case.
Especially since Hyuga Makoto had tacitly agreed, they would certainly offer their full support!
Therefore, aside from not mentioning the specific details of the Caged Bird Seal, they shared everything they could.
Their words made the Branch Family members vaguely realize something...
"Besides joining the Anbu to gain spiritual freedom, perhaps Lord Makoto has other ways to truly achieve freedom, but it requires sufficient strength?"
Although they weren't sure if it was true, as those three had only hinted at it.
But thinking of Hyuga Makoto's strength and the wasted talent of the Hyuga, the Branch Family members knew they all had to work even harder!
As for the Main House, they didn't show much reaction.
Perhaps they were swallowing their pride, or perhaps they were secretly planning something...
"Eh? Hinata, Makoto?"
Just as Hyuga Makoto was chatting with Hinata along the way, a voice suddenly called out.
Turning around, he saw Naruto looking curious, and beside him was a dejected-looking kid.
"Makoto, why did you dye your hair white?"
"Naruto-kun, Sasuke-kun, hello."
Hinata was very polite, but Hyuga Makoto just rolled his eyes.
"None of your business. But what are you two doing..."
"..."
"Tch, I was just curious."
Naruto curled his lip and gave Sasuke a dissatisfied look.
"I saw this guy was in a bad mood and said I'd take him for ramen, but the jerk didn't appreciate it. Honestly..."
"..."
"It's you!"
But Sasuke ignored Naruto completely, his eyes fixed straight on Hyuga Makoto.
He remembered Hyuga Makoto because Uchiha Itachi had personally said he was no match for this man.
At the time, he thought it was humility, but now, it was his life-saving straw!
Even if the surviving clansmen didn't make things difficult for him—after all, since Uchiha Itachi had even killed his parents, how could he spare a younger brother?
If the Ninja Academy hadn't run late, causing all the students to go home late, he probably would have been a victim that night too!
But he couldn't accept any of it; he truly hadn't expected Uchiha Itachi to be such a person.
He had only one thought now: he wanted revenge!
"I..."
"..."
The words were on the tip of his tongue, but Sasuke didn't know how to speak, which Hyuga Makoto found a bit strange.
"What's wrong, Sasuke?"
"I heard..."
"..."
After hesitating for a while, Sasuke asked in a low voice.
"That Uchiha Itachi is no match for you?"
"Where did you hear that?"
This question immediately gave Hyuga Makoto a strange look, while Sasuke kept his head down.
"Uchiha Itachi said it himself..."
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"That time at the school gate, he told me."
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"And the clansmen all say that he lost to a Hyuga Anbu that night. You are also a Hyuga..."
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"So, is it true?"
Sasuke's eyes were full of longing, which Hyuga Makoto found somewhat amusing.
No wonder you lost so miserably; it turns out you had already set up your own death flags...
However, Hyuga Makoto pondered for a moment before speaking.
"Perhaps. At least before the day he spoke to you, I had never fought him."
"This..."
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Sasuke hesitated, but Hyuga Makoto patted his shoulder.
"I know what you're thinking, but you have to understand that although we are both Dojutsu clans, there are huge differences between us. I can't teach you anything."
"..."
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Sasuke clenched his fists. He had actually heard about this before, but he really wasn't resigned to it.
"As for Uchiha Itachi, you don't need to worry."
Seeing Sasuke like this, Hyuga Makoto could only sigh at the boy becoming an avenger again and offer a few words of comfort.
"The Village won't let that guy off. After all, he has so much blood on his hands; no one will let him go."
After Hyuga Makoto said this, Sasuke lowered his head even further and remained silent.
He knew the Village wouldn't let Uchiha Itachi go, and the clansmen certainly wouldn't either!
However, he wanted to take revenge personally...
"Are? What's going on?"
Naruto was somewhat confused; he only knew that something seemed to have happened at Sasuke's house, but he knew nothing else.
Before he could ask more, Hyuga Makoto had already placed a hand on his head.
"You brat, you still owe me rent. Weren't you going to treat Sasuke? Today, it's all on you!"
"Hiss..."
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Hearing this, Naruto's face instantly turned pale. He knew all too well how much Hyuga Makoto and Hinata could eat.
"Sorry, I won't be going."
However, Sasuke shook his head. He excused himself and turned to leave, making Naruto frown.
"Hey, you..."
"..."
"Enough, he's not feeling great right now. Doing this will only make him more uncomfortable."
Hyuga Makoto held Naruto back, and Hinata also offered some advice.
"Naruto-kun, Sasuke-kun probably needs some peace and quiet right now."
"Tch."
Naruto pursed his lips, thought for a moment, and then asked curiously.
"That Uchiha Itachi, who is he? What's his deal?"
"Sasuke's older brother, once the 'good kid next door'."
Hyuga Makoto shrugged; anyway, he wasn't his neighbor, and no one made him learn from the guy.
"But he's a Rogue Ninja now and has fled the Village."
"Ah?"
Naruto's eyes widened, his face full of disbelief.
"A Rogue Ninja? What did that guy do?"
"He did something very bad, something unacceptable."
Hyuga Makoto shook his head, but a mysterious smile played on his lips!
"But well, his days probably won't be easy..."
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"Eh?"
Naruto didn't quite understand what that meant, but unfortunately, Hyuga Makoto didn't explain and just dragged him toward Ichiraku.
In the distance, Sasuke, who was heading home to train with his head down, suddenly stopped.
"Sister Izumi, why are you here?"
"I was looking for you."
Uchiha Izumi walked over slowly, sighing as she looked at Sasuke.
"The funeral arrangements for Lord Fugaku and Lady Mikoto have been settled; we're just waiting for your confirmation."
"I see, I understand."
Sasuke nodded slightly, clenching his fists even tighter!
But at that moment, he noticed Uchiha Izumi's gaze was somewhat dazed, staring straight ahead.
Turning to look, he saw the backs of Hyuga Makoto and the others, and he couldn't help but ask.
"What's wrong, Sister Izumi?"
"That person... he looks a bit familiar..."
"..."
"Familiar? Do you mean Hyuga Makoto?"
"Hyuga Makoto?"
"Yeah, maybe you've seen him before, because that guy knew him."
"Is that so..."
"..."
"But he used to have black hair. I don't know why he changed it to white..."
Uchiha Izumi could no longer hear what Sasuke said after that.
Her whole being was now completely stunned...
Inside the Hokage Office, smoke lingered.
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Jiraiya and Kakashi before him, and after a moment of silence, he spoke.
"Kakashi, do you agree with Makoto's line of thinking?"
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Those words made Kakashi feel a sense of pain.
He really didn't want it to be true, but after spending these days going through records in the Uchiha and Konoha archives...
He found that very few people fit those circumstances—there were only a few cases—and Obito's suspicion was one of the highest!
Thus, no matter how painful it was, he finally nodded.
"I agree, but it can't be confirmed yet, because it's just a line of thinking."
"Old man, I also think further investigation is needed."
Jiraiya could understand Kakashi's feelings; after all, he was all too familiar with the taste of betrayal from the closest of bonds.
"At the very least, we need concrete evidence; otherwise..."
"I know, Jiraiya."
Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head speechlessly and spoke helplessly with his pipe in his mouth.
"He was once a hero of Konoha, and with the Uchiha incident just happening, even Makoto hasn't spoken recklessly. Do you think I would ignore the big picture?"
"I'm just afraid you'll act in haste..."
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Jiraiya curled his lip and then looked at Kakashi.
"Kakashi, where do you think is the best place to start? That guy is too mysterious and too dangerous."
"I think the Hidden Mist might be a good choice."
Kakashi thought for a long time before giving such an answer.
"The Hidden Mist is isolated from us, making it hard for information to leak out, and..."
"Was it the Hidden Mist that pursued you and caused the death of your teammate back then?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, falling into deep thought.
"Although he didn't attack you, he did attack Minato. I doubt he would let the Hidden Mist off easily!"
"Exactly. So, Hokage-sama..."
"..."
Kakashi's expression was extremely serious; he was unwilling to miss this again!
"I apply for permission to go to the Hidden Mist to investigate."
"Hey, don't do anything reckless."
Jiraiya was startled by Kakashi's determination, and even Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head.
"Sorry, I can't agree to that, especially at this time."
"But..."
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Kakashi was a bit anxious, but Hiruzen Sarutobi interrupted him.
"As an Anbu, your identity is already sensitive. Going there to search aimlessly without a clear target will only cause more trouble."
"I..."
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"Besides, you aren't prepared. Makoto requested Wood Release records to study and prepare; do you have that?"
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"This..."
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"Finally, even if you find him, how do you plan to deal with him?"
These questions immediately fell Kakashi into silence.
He suddenly realized that he wasn't even as well-prepared as Hyuga Makoto.
At the very least, he hadn't thought of using Wood Release records to study and find ways to counter it.
"Then what should we do, old man?"
Jiraiya was a bit anxious; this lead couldn't be lost!
"Don't worry, someone is investigating this."
Fortunately, Hiruzen Sarutobi already had a plan.
"The Root's combat personnel have been merged into the Anbu, but the intelligence personnel remain. I will leave this matter to Danzo; it's what he's best at!"
"I see—"
Jiraiya nodded, and Kakashi didn't object either.
Although Danzo could only be considered half a person, in the first half of the Uchiha incident, he was definitely a person—a good one at that!
As for the second half—
But in any case, his abilities were truly beyond doubt!
"I will notify him."
Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke with his pipe in his mouth; thinking of the Uchiha incident made him quite depressed as well.
"Let's just call it an opportunity for him to redeem himself through service. You all should prepare well during this time."
"Yes."
Kakashi nodded obediently; he indeed needed to prepare properly.
"Then, when the time comes, let me take Kakashi and Makoto along. We've been coordinating like this lately anyway."
"No problem."
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, but when Hyuga Makoto was mentioned, he spoke almost instinctively.
"The mission funds will be as usual; you can arrange it yourselves."
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Jiraiya and Kakashi glanced at each other; they didn't seem to have mentioned money, did they?
Hiruzen Sarutobi himself felt a bit awkward, but fortunately, Jiraiya spoke up.
"No problem. That kid is greedy for money anyway; he'll definitely be happy."
"And you're a pervert..."
"Eh? Then aren't we the 'Greedy and Lustful' duo?"
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"Then, what is Kakashi?"
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For a moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi really wanted to smash his pipe onto Jiraiya's head.
You call this 'Greedy and Lustful'? What about during your Sannin period?
The 'Porn, Gambling, and Drugs' trio, right?
In a forest within the Land of Waves, Shisui was flipping through a book while keeping watch on his surroundings.
Beside him, Hyuga Makoto's Clone had its eyes tightly closed, as if it were asleep.
But in the next moment, the Clone suddenly gave a slight jolt.
A majestic surge of Chakra erupted from its body, and it slowly opened its eyes...
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