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Chapter 77: No Weaker Than the Patriarch, Huyi Xuan Yue
Chapter 77: No Weaker Than the Patriarch, Huyi Xuan Yue
Ding, ding, ding.
The wind chimes, a farewell gift from loved ones, swayed gently in the breeze on the Iron Bridge.
"I'll take my leave here," Huyi Xuan Yue said, donning a traveler's hat and waving to Mukura and the others.
"Lord Patriarch, are you sure you don't want any escorts? If you think it's too many, then just bring two people. One to take care of your daily needs and another to handle minor matters for you," Mukura suggested, glancing at Ali, one of the two Uchihazu Izumi sisters whom he had specifically asked to come along.
Huyi Xuan Yue shook his head, declining the offer with a smile. "I'm going to infiltrate Konoha, not enjoy the pleasures of the village."
Besides, Ali had already been registered in Konoha's archives, and as for Uchiha Izumi, the very name "Uchiha" meant she could never return to the village.
Ali maintained a gentle smile on her face, just as she had always done when interacting with Huyi Xuan Yue, requiring no reminders to remain discreet and loyal.
However, a thought crossed Uchiha Izumi's mind.
"So many years have passed, and the people of Konoha would hardly recognize me now."
If possible, she longed to pay her respects in person to her mother, grandmother, and clan members.
After all, aside from Sasuke, it was unlikely that anyone else from the village would visit their graves over the years.
Huyi Xuan Yue shook his head. Even though people change drastically as they grow up, it would be unwise to underestimate the skills of professional ninjas, especially those trained in this field.
"Be patient. The day will come when you return to Konoha," he assured them.
With that, Huyi Xuan Yue lowered the veil of his hat and bade them farewell, temporarily leaving the Sokugen Village and making his way toward Konoha.
His objectives for this journey were twofold: to search for medical ninjutsu in Konoha and to find a permanent solution to the decades-old Senjutsu chakra that had taken residence within his body due to the influence of the forbidden technique. Additionally, he had his own considerations regarding the completion of his soul.
It was undeniable that Konoha was a treasure trove worth Huyi Xuan Yue's repeated efforts to unlock.
"Rest easy, my old friend Hashirama," he said to himself. "This time, I will carry your memories with me as I visit Konoha and see how it has changed. I will bring flowers to your grave and tell you about the current state of the village."
"There's no need to thank me. In this era, I am the only one left alive," he added with a touch of melancholy.
With that, Huyi Xuan Yue transformed into a black line and swiftly navigated through the dense forest.
At the same time, not too far away in the same forest, four ninjas who were not natives of the five great nations were also moving rapidly through the sea of trees. However, their destination was not Konoha.
"Speed up! We finally have the location of the Jinchuriki of the One-Tail, and we must not let him escape! You know, the legendary Huyi Xuan Yue has been confirmed to have resurrected. So, the village's long-held belief in the resurrection of our Patriarch, Qingming, is definitely not just wishful thinking!" exclaimed a man named Baogu, his face flushed with excitement.
The only female among the four, Kongque, clenched her fists, her eyes shining with determination. "This time, we will definitely resurrect the Patriarch! The village's long-cherished wish will be fulfilled by our hands! When that happens, we won't have to bow to the five great ninja villages anymore. We will no longer be a small ninja village that spends all day crafting ninja tools for them. The Patriarch will lead our Craft Ninja Village to glory, conquer the five great ninja villages, and dominate the entire ninja world!"
"Then what are we waiting for? Let's go and take care of that brat Gaara, the Jinchuriki of the One-Tail, and resurrect the Patriarch!" said Longyan, who called Gaara a brat despite being a young ninja himself, his voice filled with arrogance.
Finally, the burly Shuihu, the most level-headed of the group, spoke up. "Although Sunagakure is currently in a state of internal strife, and their guard over the Jinchuriki of the One-Tail has loosened, we must not underestimate the power of the tailed beasts."
The recent news of Huyi Xuan Yue's resurrection, a figure from the same era as their village's founder, had spurred them into action, reigniting their long-suppressed plan to resurrect their Patriarch.
The key to the success of this plan lay in finding a massive chakra source to act as a power supply. Undoubtedly, the best option was a Tailed Beast.
However, with their village's strength and the combined might of the Four Celestial Symbols, the chances of locating and defeating any of the Jinchuriki from the Great Ninja Villages were slim.
It was only this time, due to internal strife in Sunagakure and the young age of their current target, that they dared to attempt their plan. Gaara, the Jinchuriki of the One-Tail, was a child, and likely the weakest of all the Jinchuriki.
With this rare opportunity, the Four Celestial Symbols boldly set out to execute their decades-old plan to resurrect their Patriarch.
Success would mean freedom from the oppressive rule of the Five Great Ninja Villages. No longer would they endure the relentless work of crafting tools with minimal rest and meager pay.
Envisioning a brighter future, Baogu nodded vigorously, "Shuihu is right! We must ensure absolute success in capturing the Jinchuriki of the One-Tail. Let's observe first and see if that brat Gaara has any weaknesses we can exploit."
"Is that really necessary?" Longyan, brimming with confidence in his high-level ninja tools, pouted and fiddled with the Dragon Eye Tooth Separation Knife in his hand. "The four of us together are more than enough."
Kongque nodded seriously, "It is necessary."
Three against one, the plan was approved.
Longyan could only sulk and play with his knife.
Suddenly, a thought occurred to him, and he asked curiously, "Who do you think is stronger between the Patriarch and Huyi Xuan Yue, considering they're from the same era?"
Baogu, filled with infinite admiration for their Patriarch, replied without hesitation, "Of course, it's our Patriarch."
"But back then, Huyi Xuan Yue clearly had the bigger reputation." Longyan was a stubborn young ninja.
Baogu's expression froze for a moment, but Kongque quickly interjected, "That's because the Patriarch didn't seek fame and glory. Most of the time, he focused on crafting the ultimate ninja tools. If he hadn't, he would have built a reputation to rival that of Huyi Xuan Yue and Senju Hashirama."
"Exactly!" Baogu, now fully engaged in the conversation, added, "If the Patriarch didn't have the confidence, he wouldn't have informed the village of his plan before his death. The day he returns will be the day we declare war on the Five Great Ninja Villages. Would he make such a bold proclamation without the strength to back it up?"
"I see," Longyan was convinced, his eyes sparkling with anticipation to witness the greatness of their Patriarch.
At that moment, Shuihu, who had been silent until now, suddenly spoke up, "There's someone approaching."
Baogu frowned slightly, "Don't mind them, the mission is our priority."
"The person approaching has an enormous chakra!" Shuihu, who was wearing the Infinite Void Armor that could absorb chakra, sensed the intruder's power and his eyes lit up with excitement.
Baogu's eyes widened as he realized something.
"Stop! Surround him!"
The Four Celestial Symbols swiftly changed their formation.
Huyi Xuan Yue looked up and saw four ninjas with unknown headbands surrounding him, their eyes gleaming with anticipation and excitement.
"Hmm?"
(End of Chapter)
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