Chapter 14 I need you to be my...
"The 'changing destiny' thing?"
Hyuga Neji was a bit confused, but he quickly waved his hand, "No need, Gen, I've already let it go."
"No, the changing destiny I'm talking about isn't changing your view of the Main Family."
Hyuga Gen shook his head, leaning on the window and silently watching the birds flying freely in the sky.
"It's the 'Caged Bird Seal' on our heads. I have a way to remove it."
"What? The 'Caged Bird Seal'? How is that possible?"
Hyuga Neji froze in place, his face full of disbelief.
But he quickly noticed Hyuga Gen's serious gaze, realizing that his good friend was probably not joking.
"You... do you really have a way to undo it?"
Hyuga Neji's tone carried a hint of urgency, even excitement.
It was true that he had forgiven the Main Family, but that didn't mean he didn't wish for the curse on his head to disappear.
However, unfortunately, once the 'Caged Bird Seal' was placed, there was no way to remove it.
This was a conclusion reached by countless people through much blood and even lives.
But now, Hyuga Gen actually said he had a way to solve it!
How could he not be anxious?
"It's true."
Looking at Neji, who was a bit anxious and nervous, Hyuga Gen nodded solemnly and said, "It's difficult, but not impossible."
"And we can't do it right now; we can only take it slowly."
"What's the method?"
Hyuga Neji calmed himself down a bit and slowly asked, "From the looks of it, you came to me today because you need my help?"
"That's right, I can't do this alone, so I need your help."
Hyuga Gen nodded, pointing to his eyes, "As for the method, how much do you know about our eyes?"
"Not much, the Family's records are very scarce."
Hyuga Neji shook his head, looking helpless, "Gen, stop being so mysterious. If you know something, just say it directly."
"Tsk, who told someone to say 'never mind' just now?"
Hyuga Gen originally wanted to tease Neji a bit more, but seeing Neji about to get angry, he quickly explained:
"In fact, the Byakugan is not a Bloodline Limit exclusive to our Hyuga Clan. Its origin is far more powerful than we imagine."
"We don't need to delve into the specific origin, but I can tell you for sure that the Byakugan is no worse than the Sharingan."
"The Sharingan can awaken and evolve, its power gradually increasing, and even achieving a qualitative leap after reaching a certain level. The Byakugan is actually the same in this regard."
"However, our Byakugan is more like a one-step evolution, while the Sharingan evolves in stages."
Hyuga Gen spoke slowly, explaining almost everything about the Byakugan, including the fact that the Byakugan can evolve into the Tenseigan.
However, he deliberately concealed some facts about the moon, and glossed over matters involving the Ōtsutsuki Clan.
Some things were still too early for them, so they would have to consider them later.
"Gen, where did you hear all this?"
"Especially that 'Tenseigan,' does it really exist?"
Hyuga Neji listened to Hyuga Gen's explanation with some confusion; many things he had never heard of before.
Especially the mysterious origin and evolution of the Byakugan, which was truly shocking.
However, while Hyuga Gen's personality could be a bit erratic at times, he would absolutely not speak carelessly when it came to important matters.
So, in the end, Neji chose to believe his good friend.
Nevertheless, this matter was truly beyond his comprehension, so it was still somewhat difficult to accept for a while.
"The information has all been personally confirmed by me; the reason is actually my kekkei genkai disease."
Hyuga Gen didn't hesitate, directly giving an affirmative answer, "You also know how special my illness is, so I started researching these issues a long time ago..."
"Alright, I understand."
Hyuga Neji nodded, still a bit dazed.
The news was simply too shocking, and some things were indeed unexpected.
Especially regarding some of the Tenseigan's abilities, the introduction Hyuga Gen gave was too complete; it couldn't possibly have been fabricated randomly.
The key was a sentence Hyuga Gen had just mentioned that greatly shocked Neji.
"Why do you think our Byakugan can be called one of the two great ocular jutsu alongside the Sharingan?"
Yes, if the Byakugan was only at its current level, how could it be on par with the Sharingan?
It had only been a few years since the Uchiha Clan's downfall.
The Hyuga Clan's records regarding this matter, or even the entire Uchiha Family, were actually very detailed.
This was quite normal, as although the two clans both belonged to Konoha, they had always been in a 'rivalrous' relationship.
Of course, this 'rivalry' was only the Hyuga Clan's own perception; the Uchiha had never taken it to heart.
Regardless, the Hyuga had a great many records concerning the Sharingan, including its evolutionary path.
Even the Family's archives contained this sentence:
'After observation and confirmation, the awakening of the Sharingan is related to the Uchiha's emotions, especially sudden emotional fluctuations.'
Some of the information Hyuga Gen mentioned seemed to complete the Family's records, which made him unable to disbelieve.
"Tell me, what do you need me to do, as long as I can do it."
Hyuga Neji looked intently into Hyuga Gen's eyes, his tone exceptionally firm and serious.
Seeing Neji's expression, Hyuga Gen subtly let out a sigh of relief in his heart.
After much persuasion, he had finally managed to get this guy on board.
Although there were only two people on the ship, this was still significant progress.
With Neji's potential and personality, the future was truly promising!
Thinking of this, Hyuga Gen smiled: "I need you to be my dog—bah, I mean, to join my organization."
"Then we'll grow strong together and create brilliance!"
Listening to Hyuga Gen's infectious speech, an unknown fire ignited in Hyuga Neji's heart.
If he heard correctly, this guy actually wanted him to be his dog?
Would I, Hyuga Neji, a man of integrity, bow down for a mere Tenseigan?
What a joke!
"Hmph!"
Hyuga Neji clenched his hands tightly and asked coldly, "How many people are in the organization now, and when do I start?"
"For now, it's just the two of us, so you'll be my deputy from now on."
Feigning ignorance of the unyielding look in Neji's eyes, Hyuga Gen patted Neji's shoulder, "This can't be rushed; we'll discuss the specifics next time."
"I still have things to do, so I'll be leaving first."
After saying that, Hyuga Gen immediately walked out of the lounge.
He had noticed the increasingly enthusiastic cheers from the arena, which indicated that Shikamaru's match against Temari was probably reaching a climax.
And Orochimaru's Konoha Crush plan should begin when Sasuke and Gaara were halfway through their fight.
So he needed to get to the vicinity of the 'Root' secret base first, to act at the earliest sign of chaos.
"What, just the two of us?"
Meanwhile, Hyuga Neji, after hearing the answer, finally realized that he had probably been tricked by someone.
He was probably not going to be a deputy, but a laborer!
"But, did this guy go the wrong way?"
Hyuga Neji muttered to himself, suddenly realizing that the direction Hyuga Gen had left in was a bit off.
The arena was to the left, but Hyuga Gen had gone to the right.
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