bioinnovel Chapter 396 Conquering Hinata Hyuga
Chapter 396 Conquering Hinata Hyuga
The spatial ripples of the Flying Thunder God Technique appeared on the top floor of the Hokage Building, and Minato Namikaze landed steadily.
He didn't even have time to smooth his blond hair, which was ruffled by the airflow, before turning around and rushing to the highest communication control console in the room, immediately activating the highest communication privileges.
In an instant, the communication crystal emitted a blinding white light.
Signal towers throughout major cities and villages of the ninja world were activated simultaneously, and red emergency commands resounded like thunder in every corner.
"Urgent Order: All ninjas, proceed to the nearest assembly point immediately without delay! This operation concerns the survival of the ninja world; those who disobey will be treated as traitors!"
The ninja world today is no longer the chaotic place it once was, where everyone fought their own battles.
After the Uchiha Three Peaks unified the ninja world, they established a collaborative system across ninja villages, which improved efficiency by dozens of times compared to the past, from the transmission of instructions and the allocation of resources to the mobilization of personnel.
The moment the order was given, ninjas from all the major ninja villages acted almost simultaneously.
In just three hours, all 130,000 ninjas scattered throughout the ninja world had arrived at the seven designated assembly points.
The ninjas, dressed in uniform, stood in neat rows, waiting in silence.
Their gazes were all fixed on the sky, where dozens of shadow clones of the Uchiha Three Peaks were suspended, their black robes fluttering in the wind.
"The Sage of Six Paths from a thousand years ago is plotting his resurrection and wreaking havoc, and the ninja world is about to face a catastrophe. He has the ability to absorb the chakra of others. In order to cut off his chakra supply, and for your safety, I plan to transfer you to another planet."
After saying that, he raised his hand and waved it, and countless golden chakra strands extended from the shadow clone's body, precisely connecting to each ninja.
"Don't panic, I'll use a teleportation device to take you away. Once you arrive at your destination, someone will meet you. There are plenty of resources there, and it's absolutely safe. After the crisis is over, I'll personally take you home."
As the three peaks of the Uchiha clan made their hand gestures, dozens of enormous spatial gates simultaneously unfolded above the seven gathering points.
Behind the door lay completely different scenes: some were lush primeval forests, with towering ancient trees blocking out the sun, and the air filled with the rich fragrance of grass and trees; some were flat and open plains, with golden waves of wheat undulating in the wind, and clear streams flowing gently in the distance; some were resource-rich canyons, with sparkling crystals embedded in the rock walls and pure chakra veins hidden underground.
A mysterious spatial force drew the ninjas in, guiding them orderly through the spatial portal as if by an invisible hand.
Without crowding or chaos, 130,000 ninjas disappeared behind the portal in just half an hour.
Minato Namikaze stood at the edge of the assembly point, looking at the empty plain, and let out a long sigh.
Sweat trickled down his face, and his steps quickened as he turned: "Lord Mimine, all the ninjas have been transferred, and the reception staff from each planet have sent confirmation signals."
The weight on his heart lifted slightly. As long as the ninjas were safely transferred, cutting off the Sage of Six Paths' supply would be half the battle won, and Naruto would have a better chance of being rescued.
Uchiha Mitsumine shook his head, a solemn expression flashing in his golden six-tomoe Rinnegan eyes.
He looked towards the major cities of the ninja world, his voice low: "Minato, we've overlooked something."
Minato Namikaze's heart tightened, and he quickly asked, "Lord Mimine, where did I overlook something? With Hagoromo and Hamura joining forces, the scale of this battle will inevitably affect the entire ninja world."
Uchiha Mitsunori's gaze was filled with pity: "In a battle of this level, civilians are unarmed, and countless people will surely die or be injured."
Minato Namikaze's face turned deathly pale. He had only thought about moving the ninjas away and had forgotten about the defenseless civilians. He was filled with self-reproach.
After saying that, Uchiha Mitsumine clapped his hands together, and with a loud "bang", countless golden shadow clones surged out of his body, densely covering the surrounding world.
A rough estimate suggests there are tens of thousands of shadow clones.
"Prioritize the evacuation of the elderly, children, and women to avoid causing panic. If civilians resist, patiently explain that this is to protect their safety, and if they do not wish to leave, there is no need to force them; everyone has their own destiny."
Having finished explaining, Uchiha Mitsunaga's main body slowly closed his eyes, and his spiritual power spread out like a tide, establishing a close connection with each of his shadow clones.
The next second, these tens of thousands of shadow clones, like countless stars in the sky, instantly dispersed and appeared in every corner of the ninja world.
Bustling city streets, quiet rural villages, remote fields, and even solitary homes deep in the mountains.
"Don't be afraid, we're here to protect you. A major battle is about to break out, affecting a vast area and potentially causing tens of millions of deaths and injuries, so I'm here for an emergency evacuation!"
The shadow clones of the Uchiha Three Peaks stretched out their hands, and golden chakra, like a soft light shield, gently enveloped each civilian.
Some children curiously reached out their little hands to touch the golden light shield that enveloped their bodies. The shield rippled slightly, eliciting cheerful laughter from the children.
Seeing this, Uchiha Mitsumine's shadow clone said softly, "Stay inside and we'll take you to a safe place."
Some elderly people held their family members' hands tightly, their eyes filled with doubt but without any resistance, simply obediently being enveloped by the light shield.
An elderly woman asked in a trembling voice, "Are you Lord Sanfeng's people?"
Uchiha Mitsumine's shadow clone nodded: "Don't worry, we're here, we won't let you get hurt."
The old lady was relieved and patted her grandson's head.
Some farmers put down their tools and looked at the shadow clone in front of them with eyes full of trust.
It was this powerful figure before them who freed them from years of war and allowed them to live a peaceful life.
He cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to his shadow clone: "Thank you all for your hard work. We will follow your instructions."
Time passed second by second, and after a full day and night, the ninja world underwent earth-shattering changes.
Whether in bustling Konoha and Sunagakure, or in remote towns and villages, all humans vanished into thin air. The ninja world fell into complete silence.
There was no more noise from pedestrians, no more laughter from children, no more hawking from the market, and no more labor in the fields.
The once bustling Konoha commercial street is now deserted, with shops on both sides of the street closed and no one coming or going on the wide road.
The wind blew through the empty streets, stirring up fine dust and making a whistling sound, as if telling the story of this sudden migration.
On the ridges of the fields, unharvested rice swayed in the wind, but no farmers came to tend to it anymore; in the villages, clothes hung out to dry on bamboo poles, but their owners were nowhere to be found.
Meanwhile, the work on dealing with the tailed beasts is also progressing steadily.
Within the special sealing space reserved by the three peaks, the nine tailed beasts—Shukaku (one-tailed), Matatabi (two-tailed), Isobu (three-tailed), Son Goku (four-tailed)—were placed in the sealing array in turn.
Several ninjas skilled in sealing techniques surrounded the formation, carefully peeling away the Six Paths Sage's mark hidden within the tailed beasts, following the method taught by the Three Peaks.
The moment the pale purple mark was peeled off, the tailed beasts let out a comfortable growl. The chakra within their bodies was also suppressed by a specially made contract seal to prevent the Sage of Six Paths from sensing and controlling them.
Everything is ready.
They cut off the Sage of Six Paths' chakra supply, transferred all life in the ninja world, removed the hidden weapons from the tailed beasts, and assembled powerful forces such as Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju... All the preparations that could be thought of have been completed.
At this moment, Minato Namikaze, Madara Uchiha, Hashirama Senju, and several other Kage-level shinobi who remained behind gathered in the plaza in front of the Hokage Building in Konoha.
Madara Uchiha stood with his arms crossed, leaning against a pillar. Though his face was expressionless, a hint of fighting spirit lingered in his eyes.
Hashirama Senju paced back and forth, his hand gripping the Wood Release branch so tightly it was deformed, clearly worried about Naruto's safety. Their gazes were fixed intently on the three Uchiha peaks standing in the center of the plaza, their eyes filled with expectation and determination.
Once we find the whereabouts of the Sage of Six Paths and Naruto, we can launch a full-scale attack.
"We need to find Naruto's whereabouts."
Minato Namikaze's voice broke the silence of the plaza, carrying an undisguised urgency.
His hands clenched unconsciously, his gaze sweeping across the empty street, his eyes filled with worry for his son. Every moment of delay increased the danger for Naruto.
Uchiha Mitsunori nodded slightly, without saying anything more.
He slowly closed his eyes, and the golden chakra around him suddenly erupted, an aura far exceeding anything he had ever shown before, sweeping across the entire ninja world like a tsunami.
"Pupil Technique: Eye of God!"
These eyes, capable of seeing through everything, now unleash their ultimate power.
The golden power of his eyes, like a fine net, instantly enveloped the entire ninja world.
From the endless deserts of the Land of Wind to the deep seabed of the Land of Water, from the towering plateaus of the Land of Lightning to the rolling mountains of the Land of Earth, from the dense forests of the Land of Fire to the hidden underground bases of the various ninja villages... his eye power swept across every inch of land, probing every hidden corner, capturing the faintest energy fluctuations, but he still could not find that familiar chakra aura belonging to Naruto.
One hour... two hours... three hours... the crowd in the square remained silent, waiting quietly.
The sunlight swept across the ground, casting increasingly longer shadows, and the atmosphere grew heavier.
Minato Namikaze's breathing became more and more rapid. He couldn't help pacing back and forth, his footsteps making a clear sound on the empty plaza.
His gaze was fixed on the closed-eyed Mitsumine, and unease grew wildly in his heart like vines: Had Naruto already met with misfortune? Had the Sage of Six Paths already begun the resurrection ritual?
Senju Hashirama, who was standing nearby, noticed his anxiety, stepped forward, patted him on the shoulder, and gently comforted him, "Minato, don't worry, the Mitsume's eye technique is very powerful, he will definitely find Naruto."
Minato forced a smile and nodded, but his clenched fists betrayed his inner turmoil.
Madara Uchiha glanced at them and sneered, "What's the panic? Those who achieve great things must be calm and collected. If you don't even have this much patience, how can you fight against the Sage of Six Paths?"
"How is it, Lord Mitsumine?"
Finally, Minato Namikaze could no longer contain himself and asked, his tone filled with anticipation and unease.
His heart clenched tightly, fearing he might hear bad news.
Uchiha Sanfeng slowly opened his eyes, and the light in his golden six-tomoe Rinnegan gradually dimmed.
He shook his head, his tone unusually grave: "We still can't find... Naruto's whereabouts, as if he has completely vanished from the ninja world."
"Could they have simply vanished into thin air? Or perhaps they've set up a concealment barrier with an extremely wide coverage area! This barrier can not only shield chakra aura but also distort spatial perception, making it impossible for us to pinpoint their exact location."
Hashirama Senju's face also showed deep worry, the tender branch being squeezed out of shape in his hands: "What should we do? We can't just keep waiting like this, can we?"
Uchiha Mitsunori looked at the anxious crowd and nodded with a smile: "Don't worry, everyone. Minato, don't worry, Naruto's life is not in danger for the time being. Otsutsuki Hagoromo wants a complete resurrection vessel, and he will not harm Naruto before the ritual is completed."
He paused, then continued, "What we need to do now is conserve our energy and make thorough preparations. Since he wants to hide, we'll wait patiently. His resurrection ritual requires a lot of energy, which will inevitably leave a flaw. The moment he appears, we'll seize him and rescue Naruto!"
Minato Namikaze's tense shoulders slowly relaxed, and the anxiety in his eyes was gradually replaced by determination.
He bowed deeply, his voice filled with the worry of a father: "Thank you, Lord Sanfeng! I understand! I will be ready at any time. As soon as you find their trail, I will launch an attack!"
Hashirama Senju stepped forward and said in a deep voice, "Mitsubone, we will also be fully prepared. Once we find any trace, we will immediately cooperate with your operation."
Madara Uchiha raised an eyebrow dismissively, but nodded and said, "I don't have the patience to wait any longer. Once he shows a weakness, I'll see how I deal with him."
Uchiha Sanfeng looked at everyone and smiled reassuringly, "With everyone's help, we will surely be able to rescue Naruto and protect the ninja world this time."
The wind blew across the roof of the Hokage Building, and the flags fluttered in the wind.
After the meeting, everyone left with different expressions.
Upon recalling Hamura Otsutsuki's Tenseigan, the images of Toneri Otsutsuki and Hinata Hyuga appeared in the mind of Uchiha Mitsunori.
Now, Hinata Hyuga has turned eighteen and has shed her youthful shyness, blossoming into a graceful young woman.
Moreover, after years of training, her Byakugan has changed, faintly revealing the power of the Tenseigan.
With a thought, Uchiha Mitsunori instantly appeared on a certain location on the ancestral planet.
Hinata.
A gentle voice sounded beside her, and Hinata Hyuga turned around abruptly to see a tall figure in the moonlight.
Her heart skipped a beat, and her cheeks flushed instantly. She quickly stood up and bowed, "Teacher Sanfeng... What brings you here?"
Uchiha Mitsunori walked slowly to her, and seeing her slightly flustered appearance, a touch of tenderness welled up in his heart.
"Hinata, don't be so formal, sit down and let's talk. I've come to you because there's something important I want to discuss with you."
The two sat facing each other under the peach tree, the moonlight filtering through the branches and leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.
Hinata Hyuga wore a long white dress and elegant white sandals, revealing her slender, fair ankles. Her long, dark blue hair was pulled back, with a few wisps falling beside her cheeks, making her features appear even softer.
Uchiha Mitsunori looked at Hinata and said half-jokingly, "Hinata, it's been a long time. You've grown even more beautiful. Your attire is still so simple and elegant, with long sleeves and trousers covering you completely. You're much more reserved than other girls."
Hinata Hyuga felt her cheeks flush under his burning gaze and instinctively shrank back.
Her gaze fell on her legs, avoiding his eyes, her ears already flushed red: "Mr. Mitsufumi... is there something you need that you came to see me so late?"
Uchiha Mitsunori chuckled softly, adding a touch of flippancy to his tone: "Hinata, I know your feelings, and I like you very much, so I want you to become my queen?"
With a loud "boom",
Hinata Hyuga felt as if her heart had been struck by a heavy hammer. She stood up abruptly, her cheeks turning red from her ears to her neck at a visible speed.
Her long eyelashes trembled violently, and her breathing became rapid, her voice trembling uncontrollably: "Teacher Sanfeng... I... I... You... You already have more than a dozen princesses..."
She spoke haltingly, the rumors about the Uchiha Three Peaks flashing through her mind.
He was powerful and handsome, but also a womanizer, never lacking companions, each princess possessing her own unique charm. She was gentle, even somewhat timid, and truly couldn't understand what he found so special about her.
Uchiha Mitsunori didn't hide anything, instead smiling frankly with a hint of self-righteous philandering: "Hinata, you know I'm a daimyo, I have many wives, that's normal. My wives each have their own strengths, some are brave and skilled in battle, some are exceptionally intelligent, some are gentle and understanding. But Hinata, your unique gentleness and kindness, your pure shyness and sincerity, are unmatched by others."
He moved even closer, bringing the two of them to within a foot of each other, causing Hinata Hyuga's heart to race even faster.
He leaned down slightly, his gaze meeting hers as she looked down, and said with focused attention, "I've been watching you. You're a shy, innocent girl who doesn't even dare to speak loudly, which makes me particularly interested in you."
Uchiha Mitsunori took her hand closer and said, "Hinata, I've always liked pure people. As my queen, I won't force you to change anything... You can still wear the long clothes and pants you like. You don't have to wear revealing dresses like those girls, and you don't have to pretend to be capable. Just stay the way you are."
Hinata Hyuga's cheeks were burning hot, her mind a jumble of thoughts, as if countless fawns were pounding wildly inside her.
She knew that Sanfeng was notorious for being a womanizer, and she also knew that if she agreed, she might not receive his exclusive favor. But his gaze was too intense, his tone too gentle, and she herself was too weak-willed, making it hard for her to resist.
Moreover, she had heard about the legendary deeds of the Uchiha Sanfeng since she was a child, and the seeds of admiration had long been planted in her heart. Now, to win his favor and become his queen, this temptation was something she could not refuse.
After hesitating for a long time, she seemed to have mustered all her courage, slowly raised her head, and quickly glanced at Sanfeng.
His eyes were full of tenderness and expectation, making her heart flutter... She immediately lowered her head, her long eyelashes concealing the shyness in her eyes, and whispered a few words: "I...do..."
The moment the words fell, the entire peach blossom forest seemed to fall silent, with only the rustling of the leaves in the evening breeze and Hinata Hyuga's rapid heartbeat remaining.
Uchiha Mitsunori's smile widened instantly, the playful tone in his eyes faded, replaced by genuine relief and tenderness.
He walked over and gently embraced Hinata.
Her figure was slender and supple, and her body, dressed in long sleeves and trousers, was initially somewhat stiff, her shoulders slightly tense, carrying a girlish shyness and restraint. She didn't know where to put her hands, and could only subconsciously clutch the hem of her clothes, afraid to touch his body.
Uchiha Mitsunori sensed her unease and didn't force her. He simply wrapped his arms around her waist gently, as if soothing a frightened fawn.
His palms were warm, and the warmth seeped through the thin fabric of his kimono, gradually relaxing Hinata's tense body.
She hesitated for a moment, looked up at Uchiha Mitsunori, and her cheeks flushed even more.
She then gently pressed her cheek against his chest, listening to his steady and powerful heartbeat. The sound was like a calming pill, gradually calming her panicked heart.
"Hinata, it's so good to have you. From now on, I won't let you suffer, and I'll protect you completely. Although I can't give you my exclusive favor, I'll ensure you have the dignity befitting a queen, and I'll make you happy so you can live a blissful life!"
Uchiha Mitsunori softly described the days to come, and gently placed a tender kiss on her forehead.
The kiss, with its warm, moist touch, made Hinata Hyuga, who had never been intimately connected with a man before, tremble slightly.
"Teacher Sanfeng... I... I don't ask for being the only one... nor for honor, I only ask to be by your side, to share your burdens, and to contribute to the ninja world. I will train hard, live up to your expectations, and protect this hard-won peace."
Hinata Hyuga's cheeks flushed even redder, but she mustered her courage, slightly raised her head, and her eyes shone with determination.
Uchiha Mitsunori gazed intently at her, his voice growing even gentler: "Hinata, I believe you will become a good wife, a good queen, and a good mother in the future!"
Upon hearing this, Hinata Hyuga's body stiffened abruptly, her cheeks flushed even more, and she even missed a beat.
She never expected that Mr. Sanfeng would say such a thing. She felt both shy and happy, as if a warm current was slowly flowing through her heart.
She pressed her lips tightly together, buried her face even deeper, and murmured in a low voice, "Mitsubin-sensei... I... I will try my best..."
Uchiha Mitsunori felt the trembling of the person in his arms, and his smile deepened. He gently lifted her chin with his long fingers, and with an irresistible tenderness, leaned down to kiss her lips.
Hinata Hyuga's eyes widened, her white pupils trembling violently, her eyebrows fluttering like startled butterfly wings. A warm touch spread from her lips, a tingling sensation shooting through her nerves to her brain, and her breathing became rapid.