Hyuga Hizashi Entrusts Wife and Child

"Ruri, I've already mastered six Kekkei Genkai…" Sarutobi Ryo declared, wanting to impress her.

Hyuga Natsu, who was standing nearby, gasped. It was as if she'd heard that aliens had just landed on Earth!

Normally, everyone only has one Kekkei Genkai. It's just common sense.

A very few ninja might possess two.

Six Kekkei Genkai? Was Young Master Ryo serious?

Hyuga Natsu thought he was probably just joking.

He's probably just trying to cheer up Lady Ruri, because she's in a bad mood. Even though Young Master Ryo's reputation had been growing lately, six was still too much of an exaggeration.

"I'm only one small step away from reaching Kage-level…" Sarutobi Ryo continued, assessing his own strength.

In the Naruto official data books, there's something called "Overall Base Value."

From Genin to Chunin to Jonin, there are strict levels that can be represented with numbers.

For example, the limit for Genin is 38. Shikamaru during the Chunin Exams was exactly at this level. If you are at or above this number, you have a chance to become a Chunin.

Another example is Morino Ibiki, the strongest Ninja among the Special Jonin, with a total value of 55. If you exceed this value, you can become a Jonin.

Yuhi Kurenai's value is 58, and Shizune has a similar value. They are considered gatekeepers among the Jonin.

At the end of Part 1, Kakashi's value was 66.

Sarutobi Ryo estimates his current value to be around 67. This is close to Sarutobi Hiruzen's level in his old age.

But note that the Third Hokage in his old age had severe decline of stats. It is the level after degradation, but years of experience and knowledge are still there.

Sarutobi Ryo, at his young age, naturally lacks the experience and knowledge of his aging father, Sarutobi Hiruzen.

But in terms of physical qualities, he has completely surpassed his Old Father.

Moving further up is like trying to cross a deep chasm. It's easy to understand.

Moreover, a Ninja's strength at this level can't be judged solely on their base stats. A ninja's total strength is a combination of their Base Value and their skills: Ninjutsu, Kekkei Genkai, Kekkei Tōta, and their Ninja Tools.

"Now, I have the initial ability to Rewrite Fate…" Sarutobi Ryo took a deep breath and looked out the door.

Years of effort, years of holding back, hiding his abilities and biding his time.

Finally, he has reached a point just one step away from Kage-level.

Of course, if you include the ability to summon Katsuyu, as well as the support of Kekkei Genkai, his total combat power can definitely contend with a Kage-level Ninja.

Rewrite Fate? Hyuga Natsu listened quietly.

Fate... It was a word that the Hyuga Clan often mentioned.

The Hyuga Clan brands Branch Family members with the Caged Bird Seal soon after they're born.

The fate of Branch Family members is to serve the Main Family, dedicating themselves to the Main Family until death.

Rewriting Fate or something... It sounds like something from another dimension.

"Ruri, I've never told you this before… that I would help you change your Fate." Sarutobi Ryo glanced at the emotionless girl in front of him.

In her crystal-clear eyes, there was no light. There was only... dimness.

She stared at the table, saying nothing, as always.

"Because in the past, I didn't have the power. Saying it would just be empty promises… not believable…" Sarutobi Ryo shook his head.

He wouldn't be like someone who loves to make empty promises.

"Now that I have the power, so… I promise you, I will find a way to change your situation, to change the Fate of the Hyuga Clan!" Sarutobi Ryo solemnly promised Ruri.

What is the Will of Fire?

The Will of Fire is to protect important people or things.

For Sarutobi Ryo, Hyuga Ruri, who grew up with him and was in the same team, is one of the most important people to him.

After speaking, Sarutobi Ryo stood up, nodded, and said goodbye to Ruri.

"Young Master Ryo, are you leaving…" Hyuga Natsu quickly followed and went out.

"..."

Ruri knelt in place, expressionless, motionless.

[Infuse the Will of Fire into Hyuga Ruri]

[Progress: 10%!]

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Hyuga Natsu walked in the Courtyard, her steps a little messy.

Because she heard something she shouldn't have heard.

The Branch Family maid looked up, glancing repeatedly at the young man walking in front.

The other party is the Son of the Hokage, of noble status.

But he said words about changing Ruri's Fate, changing the Hyuga Clan…

What does this mean?

Is it saying… that the Higher-ups are going to wield the Knife against the Hyuga Clan?

Hyuga Natsu felt uneasy and a little apprehensive.

She didn't know whether she should report what she had just heard to Lord Hiashi.

"Young Master Ryo…" Just as Hyuga Natsu hesitated, Sarutobi Ryo suddenly stopped.

"Young Master Ryo."

Ahead, someone else called Sarutobi Ryo's name.

"May I have a word with you aside…"

It was Hyuga Hizashi.

He glanced at Hyuga Natsu, his intention obvious.

He didn't want Hyuga Natsu to hear their conversation.

"Okay." Sarutobi Ryo nodded and followed Hyuga Hizashi into his Room.

Outside the door, Hyuga Natsu didn't know whether to stay or leave.

On the one hand, she wanted to hear the conversation between the two.

On the other hand, she didn't know if she should report the matter to Lord Hiashi now.

Perhaps Lord Hizashi sensed Young Master Ryo's intention and wanted to dissuade him?

Thinking like this, Hyuga Natsu stayed in place, pricking up her ears, trying her best to listen to the conversation between the two people in the Room.

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"Young Master Ryo, I have carefully considered what you said before…" Hyuga Hizashi said.

He clenched his fists, took a deep breath, and finally made a decision.

"I have thought it over carefully. With my own power, I cannot give Ruri a promise and happiness…"

Hyuga Hizashi gave a wry smile. The Caged Bird Seal on his forehead seemed to ache faintly.

Once a Branch Family member, always a Branch Family member.

But…

But… why am I still unwilling?

Unwilling…

"I don't matter, but I worry about Ruri..." he said with a sigh.

Growing up with Hyuga Ruri since childhood, they are childhood sweethearts.

Hyuga Hizashi watched Ruri's mood become more and more gloomy every day.

If this continues, she might eventually wither away and die depressed.

He doesn't want to see his childhood sweetheart have such an ending.

He doesn't want her to wither.

So…

"Young Master Ryo, do you have a way to save Ruri?" Hyuga Hizashi looked up, his eyes searching the handsome young man opposite him.

"I do."

Sarutobi Ryo gave Hyuga Hizashi a definite answer.

This answer made Hyuga Hizashi slowly widen his eyes.

"But before that…" Sarutobi Ryo said, looking out the door.

Hyuga Natsu's eavesdropping was very obvious.

"I understand…"

Hyuga Hizashi did not hesitate at all. He immediately got up and rushed out.

Before Hyuga Natsu could react, he struck her with a palm.

A moment later, Hyuga Hizashi captured Hyuga Natsu and walked in.

This is determination, and also surrender.

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