The crepe myrtle flowers in the courtyard were in full bloom, and the air was filled with a faint floral fragrance.
Shun held Kaguya, who had just woken up, and sat on the cushion in the living room.
He brushed Kaguya's stray hair from her ear and softly said, "I've already had them bring Three-Tails over, it should be arriving soon."
Kaguya gently hummed in acknowledgment, her Byakugan quietly activating. Her gaze penetrated the courtyard wall, where a carriage adorned with the Hyuga clan crest slowly approached.
Two streams of Tailed Beast Chakra were particularly clear. One carried a masculine Tailed Beast fluctuation, while the other exuded a feminine Tailed Beast aura.
A moment later, a maid bowed and announced, "Your Excellency, clan head Hiashi has arrived with Neji and Hinata."
The living room door was pushed open, and Hiashi entered first, dressed in the Hyuga clan's white traditional attire, his expression solemn.
Behind him followed two children.
11-year-old Neji, wearing a light gray training uniform, his black hair neatly tied back.
10-year-old Hinata, dressed in a black training uniform, her cheeks slightly flushed, seemed a bit nervous.
As the three stepped into the living room, their eyes were drawn to Kaguya and Zetsu's Byakugan.
Hiashi's heart tightened. These two's Byakugan were not only pure and free of Impurities but also exuded a formidable pressure, far surpassing that of ordinary Hyuga clan members.
He quickly stepped forward, bowed, and saluted, "Shun, Your Excellency, you summoned us. May I know your command?"
Shun raised a hand, motioning for them to sit, his gaze falling upon Neji and Hinata.
"Hiashi, by seniority, this is the ancestor of your Hyuga clan, Kaguya. She now needs Three-Tails Chakra, which is why I asked you to bring Neji and Hinata over."
"Ancestor?"
Hiashi suddenly stood up, looking at Kaguya in shock. Neji and Hinata also widened their eyes, their faces filled with disbelief.
"Ancestor Kaguya? The legendary Rabbit Goddess?"
Hinata timidly hid behind Hiashi, only her curious eyes peeking out.
Shun held Kaguya's hand and smiled slightly. "That's right, Kaguya is the Rabbit Goddess from a thousand years ago. Her second son, Hamura, is precisely your Hyuga clan's ancestor. Your Byakugan was inherited from Hamura. Furthermore, Kaguya is someone I resurrected, and she is my tenth Royal Consort."
"Ancestor... resurrected... Tenth Royal Consort..."
Hiashi was so shocked he was incoherent, his body trembling slightly.
"Your Excellency, this... this is beyond my comprehension..."
Kaguya's gaze gently fell upon Neji and Hinata, her Byakugan having already seen through the seals within their bodies.
The Yang Three-Tails and Yin Three-Tails—this Yin and Yang splitting sealing method reminded her of herself a thousand years ago.
"The Yin and Yang Three-Tails Seal within you... is very similar to how I split the power of the Six Paths back then. I gave the Six Paths Yang power to Hagoromo and the Six Paths Yin power to Hamura. I didn't expect that now Three-Tails would also be split into Yin and Yang parts."
Hearing this, Shun awkwardly rubbed his nose and lightly coughed. "Ahem... Actually, I was the one who split Three-Tails into Yin and Yang parts and sealed them separately within Neji and Hinata. Not just Three-Tails, but Nine-Tails was also split into Yin and Yang by me."
Kaguya's gaze once again fell upon Hinata, and seeing her timid yet resilient demeanor, a fondness grew in her heart.
She extended her hands to Hinata and gently said, "This child is Hinata, isn't she? Your Byakugan is very pure, and Yin Three-Tails has a high compatibility with her. Would you like to study with me from now on? I will teach you how to control Yin Three-Tails Chakra, and I can also help you improve your Byakugan and Gentle Fist abilities."
Hinata was slightly stunned and instinctively looked at her father, Hiashi.
Hiashi quickly nodded. "Hinata, quickly thank ancestor, this is a great opportunity."
Hinata slowly walked forward and respectfully bowed. "Thank you... ancestor."
Kaguya smiled slightly, and the Byakugan's pressure dissipated.
"Neji, your Yang Three-Tails Chakra is very explosive. You can also come often in the future, and I will have Shun help you hone your strength."
A flicker of excitement crossed Neji's eyes, and he nodded vigorously. "Thank you, ancestor."
Shun saw this scene and said with a smile, "Alright, now let Kaguya absorb a portion of Three-Tails Chakra. Don't worry, she will control her power well and won't harm the children."
Neji and Hinata respectfully walked before Kaguya. Kaguya gently raised her hands, warmly enveloping the two children with Chakra.
Yang Three-Tails' Chakra rapidly flowed out from Neji's body, and Yin Three-Tails' Chakra flowed out from Hinata's body. The two streams of Chakra continuously flowed back into Kaguya.
Kaguya gently guided the two. "Little ones, no need to be nervous, just relax."
As Three-Tails' Chakra poured in, Kaguya's aura grew stronger and stronger. It seemed she was one step closer to activating her Rinne Sharingan.
Hiashi stood by, watching the children's relaxed expressions, his worries dissipating.
He secretly watched Kaguya, his heart filled with reverence. This was the ancestor of the Hyuga clan, not only powerful but also so gentle. To have the children follow her to learn was a blessing for the clan.
Half an hour later, Kaguya stopped absorbing Three-Tails' Chakra.
Neji and Hinata were a bit tired, and the Three-Tails within them had shrunk considerably, but it could recover on its own.
Kaguya stroked Hinata's head and gently said, "Starting tomorrow, you will come here to study every day. I will teach you how to communicate with Yin Three-Tails and make it your aid."
"Mm."
Hinata nodded vigorously, a happy smile appearing on her small face.
Shun looked at the three and said with a smile, "Hiashi, you've worked hard today. From now on, Neji and Hinata can come to the palace anytime. With us watching over them, you can rest assured."
Hiashi bowed and saluted. "Thank you, Your Excellency, and thank you, ancestor. Then we shall take our leave for today. Tomorrow, I will personally bring Neji and Hinata over."
After they left, Zetsu ran to where Hinata had been sitting and picked up the small hair tie she had left behind.
"Mama, tomorrow, after Hinata-nee comes, can I play with her?"
"Of course you can."
Then, Shun took Zetsu to meet the other children.
Finally, he brought Kaguya to the Tenth Royal Consort's bedchamber.
"Now you have collected seven Tailed Beast Chakra. You will soon gather the remaining Six-Tails, Yin Nine-Tails, and Yang Nine-Tails. Once you activate your Rinne Sharingan, you will be able to completely break free from the shackles of the past."
Kaguya leaned in Shun's arms, feeling the warmth of his palm, her heart filled with peace.
"Shun, it's so good to have met you. Kiss me quickly... I want you."