Chapter 630: Persuasion and Revelation!
Chapter 630: Persuasion and Revelation!
Whoosh!
A semi-transparent cylindrical blade extended from Hyuga Tsukimi's right palm.
Condensing air into a blade!
"This is..."
Hyuuga Chayote discerned something.
After all, she had secretly observed the Main Family's training in the Gentle Fist technique, and could sense a hint of 'Heavenly Turn' in their movements.
"That's right. This is a technique of Heavenly Turn, and someone named it 'Razor's Edge' because it's truly as sharp and indestructible as a blade!"
As Hyuga Tsukimi spoke, she drew the semi-transparent cylindrical blade across the wooden post in front of her.
Swish!
Wood shavings flew with each stroke, but there was no resistance, as if she were slicing through water.
Soon, a wooden sculpture resembling her appeared before the two of them.
During this process, the semi-transparent cylindrical blade in her hand continued to extend, shorten, and disappear, as if it were under her complete control, leaving both of them in awe.
If used in combat, it could effortlessly tear enemies apart, perhaps a bit too inconspicuous.
"Is... is this also the Gentle Fist technique?"
Hyuuga Chayote questioned.
It seemed that both techniques were related to the Gentle Fist.
"That's right. It is the Gentle Fist, but not the Hyuuga Clan's Gentle Fist. It's my own, Hyuga Tsukimi's Gentle Fist!"
The current Hyuga Tsukimi had a deeper understanding of the Gentle Fist than the Hyuuga Clan, so she spoke with utmost confidence.
After learning the Main Family's Gentle Fist, and with the guidance of Touhei's creative ideas, along with the improvements after obtaining the Transmigration Eye, she could indeed transform the Gentle Fist.
"I want to learn it!"
Before Chayote could speak, Hanabi's eyes lit up with enthusiasm.
"Sure, but only after we help you escape the bird cage on your forehead!"
Hyuga Tsukimi pointed to the cage on her companion's forehead.
Indeed, this was the very reason she had sought them out.
Test Subject!
If it succeeded with Hanabi, then the Hyuuga conquest plan could officially commence.
The hope of breaking free from the cage was enough to guarantee their success in recruiting a large number of Hyuuga Clan members.
As for the Leaf Village's anger?
Please, the current Leaf Village had no grounds to turn against the Celestial Tower.
During the Great Shinobi War, even the Celestial Tower couldn't afford to turn against them, let alone over some 'insignificant' Hyuuga Clan members.
"What do you mean by that?"
Chayote instinctively pulled Hanabi behind her.
If her guess was correct, this was undoubtedly astonishing news.
"That's right. As you've guessed, we have a way to make the bird cage ineffective!"
Hyuga Tsukimi removed the headband from her forehead, revealing an immaculate surface.
She wasn't afraid of them reporting her.
She had already escaped the cage, and wasn't concerned about the Main Family discovering this.
In fact, she secretly hoped they wouldn't find out, and that she would be 'forced' to bear this burden.
Yes, the 'bearing' joke naturally originated from Touhei, and Hyuga Tsukimi had also adopted these playful terms.
Unfortunately, her disguise was too successful, causing the Main Family to ignore her.
Even when she stopped pretending to have a broken leg, they didn't show any concern.
"It's actually true!"
Hyuuga Hanabi murmured to herself in a dazed manner.
For the Branch Family, escaping the bird cage on their foreheads was the ultimate dream.
Now, with hope within reach, it was impossible to refuse.
"However, the technique is still immature, so consider it an experiment!"
Hyuga Tsukimi reattached the headband and explained the situation; she wasn't one to deceive.
"I'm willing!"
Only then did Hanabi feel relieved.
If it were a favor without compensation, she would have been worried.
But since it was an immature technique that carried risks, it made her feel more at ease.
Because ninjas knew that good things didn't fall from the sky; if they did, it would only be a trap.
"No!" Chayote interrupted coldly. "I don't agree to Hanabi's involvement in this experiment. I can provide you with a Branch Family member for testing, and you can use the technique on her once it's mature!"
It must be said that the current Crown Princess had indeed undergone a significant transformation from the original plot.
In the original plot, upon hearing about such an experiment, one would typically avoid it or find a way to stop it.
However, in this instance, it's not about stopping the experiment but ensuring her younger sister doesn't take unnecessary risks, directly transferring the danger to other members of the Hyuga clan.
Furthermore, she openly states that 'capturing people' is a way of pledging allegiance, ensuring that she won't leak this matter.
"Any member of the Hyuga Branch Family can be an experimental subject, but if you're willing to take the risk now, you won't have to pay the price later. Once the technique is perfected, the cost might not be something you can afford!"
Hyuga Tsukimi speaks up, explaining that she saw a reflection of herself in the two sisters, which is why she offered this opportunity. However, it doesn't mean that only Hanabi can be the test subject.
"Sister, you don't need to say more. I'm willing!"
Hanabi's tone is resolute, without a hint of hesitation.
Despite being only seven years old, people in the Shinobi world mature quickly, especially those who grow up amidst hardships. So, her mental fortitude is no weaker than that of an adult.
"Hanabi..."
Hyuuga Chayote could hear the determination in her younger sister's voice, and she bit her lip, falling silent.
"Rest assured, there won't be any accidents. Your teacher won't let you down!"
After witnessing Hanabi's resolve, Hyuga Tsukimi also reveals some information.
With Tang Ping as a role model, no one in the Celestial Tower Elite wants to be an enigma.
If it were before her graduation, it would be natural to keep the information confidential from Hyuuga Chayote. But now that she has graduated and reached the agreed-upon time, there's no need for secrecy anymore.
"My teacher... could it be her?!"
Hyuuga Chayote was initially perplexed but soon recalled the mysterious person who had been providing her with resources for many years.
"Your teacher is called Yuzuki Yae, and she chose you as her disciple to put pressure on me. But I also selected an Uchiha to put pressure on her, so you and my disciple are tools in our rivalry!"
Hyuga Tsukimi explains the reason straightforwardly.
An open declaration!
Her competition with Yuzuki Yae is entirely out in the open, so not only will she not create obstacles for Hyuuga Chayote, a fellow clan member, but she might even lend a helping hand.
"So, her name is Teacher Yae?"
Only now does Hyuuga Chayote understand why the mysterious person had been helping her so selflessly.
Over the years, although she had been using the resources provided by Yuzuki Yae, she remained vigilant and cautious. Now, she finally lets down her guard.
The unknown is always the most frightening. Once she knows the other party's name and identity, she naturally feels much more at ease.
"Alright, let me ask you again. Do you want Hanabi to take the risk now, or wait until the technique is perfected and pay the price later?"
Hyuga Tsukimi asks Hyuuga Chayote again.
As the older sister of Hanabi, there's no way around this decision.
"I choose now!"
Hyuuga Chayote makes her choice without hesitation.
She is well aware that Hanabi wants to break free from being a cage bird, and she doesn't want to wait a day longer.
"A good decision!" Hyuga Tsukimi praises.
Looking at her sister, she recalls Tang Ping's assessment of her as "Outlier Talent, Poor Personality." It seems that under the 'Female Protagonist Script,' she has transformed.
In a good mood, she reveals another piece of information.
"The experiment has a high chance of success, and even if it fails, there's still an opportunity to make amends!"
Well, that's as far as she can go.
Upon hearing this, Hyuuga Chayote also quietly breathes a sigh of relief.
Although she has undergone a dark transformation, her feelings for her sister remain unchanged.
After convincing the two sisters, the next step is naturally to prepare and provide cover.
After the surgery, who knows how long the recovery will take, and they also need to conceal the fact that the cage bird technique has failed... and so on.
In the dead of night!
A secluded corner of the Hyuga Compound.
This is Hyuga Tsukimi's 'home,' but beneath it lies a basement fully equipped with various surgical instruments.
The Mountain Clan is already under the watchful eyes of the Shadow Division and Root Division, so it's not an ideal location. Thus, they have come here.
Tang Ping also quietly arrives at this place.
(End of Chapter)
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