Chapter 152: Rosha Cries (Please Subscribe!) "Since you admit defeat, shouldn't you return the Byakugan, which the Hidden Mist Village stole from our Hyuga clan?" This sentence instantly froze the smiles on the negotiators' faces. With a frown, Aomu's gaze shot straight towards them, narrowing slightly with an immense pressure. Neji, on the other hand, met his gaze without backing down, his pure white eyes filled with determination. The atmosphere became incredibly tense, and even Nara Kakū, who was responsible for negotiating on behalf of Konoha, couldn't find anything to say in response. He could only glare at Neji with anger in his eyes—Are the Hyuga clan trying to influence the negotiations between the two countries? Can you afford the responsibility of delaying the ceasefire between the two sides? Aomu took a deep breath and said, "This Hyuga jōnin... I remember your name is Neji, right? Are you speaking on behalf of Konoha or the Hyuga clan?" His voice was calm, but it made Kakū struggle to answer. If he answered on behalf of Konoha, the negotiations would likely break down. But if he answered on behalf of the Hyuga clan, it would expose their own shortcomings to the other side. Neither option was a good outcome. However, Neji smiled and said, "No, this is not the village's intention, nor is it the Hyuga clan's intention. It is my own intention."
"Your own intention?" Both sides from Konoha and Aomu's delegation were stunned. They had thought that the Hyuga clan was unwilling to lose the Byakugan, so they specifically sent someone like Neji to cause trouble. "That's right, it's my own intention," Neji proudly stared at Aomu. Pausing at the sealed pupil of his eye, he continued, "The Byakugan belongs to Konoha, and it also belongs to the Hyuga clan." "It is rotten and should not fall into the hands of the Hidden Mist Village!" He calmly glanced at Ao, then at the dumbfounded Leaf negotiators, and said lightly. "My teacher, Uchiha Madara, also supports my idea!" "He told me - as descendants of the clan, we have a responsibility and obligation to reclaim our clan's bloodline organs!" "He did the same back then, and now he supports me doing the same!" When Uchiha Shisui killed Danzo, it was for this reason! And now, Neji is putting on an attitude of 'I am the student', and no one can say anything! After all... If the war continues, the one who will stop Terumi Mei will be Shisui himself! If even Shisui supports Neji, who else has the right to speak? The ninjas of the Hidden Mist Village felt a sinking feeling in their hearts upon hearing this. They could ignore other things, but they couldn't ignore Shisui's words! Don't forget! The reason they came to seek peace is because of what Shisui did that forced them to seek peace! Ao and Neji stared at each other for a long time, the atmosphere incredibly oppressive. Neji stared directly at him without backing down, although he didn't activate his Byakugan or release any chakra. But it still carried an immense pressure!
Because this is a message from the number one person in the ninja world! Who dares to take it lightly? In the end, Qing took a deep breath. "I understand that the Byakugan indeed belongs to the Hyuga clan." "Young man, you have won." Qing finally backed down! He had to back down! Because the Mist Village couldn't stop the colossal Susanoo, and if the war continued, Xia Yan would soon reach the Land of Water! This was a burden they couldn't bear... Of course, Qing was not easy to deal with. Although he backed down, he directly exposed his Byakugan in front of countless people and crushed it with his hand. The eyeball organization splattered in the conference hall, carrying a strong sense of oppression. But Neji smiled instead. Whether the Byakugan was destroyed or not was not important. What was important was that there would be no more Byakugan in the hands of outsiders. Of course, this was not important to himself either. What was truly important was the sudden increase in his prestige after this incident! Before today, no one thought that the Byakugan in the hands of the Mist Village could be taken back. The Byakugan, known as the strongest observation eye, had strategic value! Without the Byakugan, the Mist Village might not have discovered that the Fourth Mizukage was being controlled by genjutsu! Don't even mention Konoha, even the Hyuga clan has actually given up on pursuing the Byakugan. Back when the Hidden Mist Village had no advantages, Ao, the holder of the Byakugan, personally came to Konoha, and even the Third Hokage didn't dare to demand the Byakugan from him. Now, the Hidden Mist Village's Fifth Mizukage is known as the strongest female ninja in the ninja world, her reputation surpassing even Tsunade. In such a Hidden Mist Village, even if Tsunade is stronger than the Third Hokage, how can she demand the Byakugan back? However, Neji is actually going to get it back! This has great significance for the Hyuga clan! On that day, the entire Hyuga clan celebrated, both the main family and the branch house, raising their cups in high spirits. Hiashi, in particular, completely changed his old-fashioned impression, spending a huge amount of money to hold a banquet, smiling throughout the entire event, completely different from before. During the event, he kept praising Neji, saying, "Neji, well done!" "If your father could see you now, he would definitely drink three cups with me!" The elders of the main family also had smiles on their faces, saying, "Neji, well done, you haven't disgraced our Hyuga clan!"
Neji, with a smile on his face, humbly said, "The lost Byakugan, it is a regret for the Hyuga clan, and both the main family and the branch house have the responsibility and obligation to reclaim it!" "Although I am young, I understand this principle." "Well said!" The entire Hyuga clan cheered. The loss of the Byakugan is a great regret for both the main family and the branch house! In this meeting, Neji showed an extremely firm attitude - although everyone knows that the Hidden Mist Village's concession is due to Hayato's reputation. But that doesn't prevent them from recognizing Neji! But Neji's mouth curled up, revealing a very subtle smile. Although Neji's actions were bold, the Hidden Mist Village had no ability to refuse! After all, what is the true situation of the so-called "strongest female ninja in the ninja world"? Others may not know, but can Xia Yan not know? But in the eyes of the outside world, Neji's firm attitude powerfully demonstrated the dominance of a Konoha Shinobi, showcasing the persistence of the Hyuga clan and defending the honor of the Hyuga clan! For every member of the Hyuga clan, this is a cause for celebration! "With this achievement, the way they look at me has indeed changed... They no longer underestimate my age." Neji's eyes glanced over the surrounding Hyuga ninjas. Even the Third Hokage didn't dare to demand the Byakugan from the Mist ninjas, but I, Neji, dare! Hyuga Hiashi cannot show his attitude in front of the Mist ninjas, but I, Neji, can! Just with these words, it is enough to establish his prestige and make the members of the Hyuga clan completely regard Neji as a leader... Even though he is only twelve years old this year! "Next is strength... My strength is still lacking. Within a year, I must become an Elite Jōnin who can defeat Hiashi!" "Not only my own strength, but there are also many ninjas in the branch house who can lend their strength. Their Caged Bird can help Lord Xia Yan unlock it, especially those skilled high-ranking ninjas who have children. They definitely don't want their children to become caged birds too!" Isn't Hizashi like that? If it weren't for Neji, how could he have developed murderous intent towards his niece Hinata, thus provoking Hiashi's punishment? He is a man who is willing to sacrifice his life for Hiashi! Neji has already started scanning for suitable candidates with his peripheral vision. It's just that now he is in the limelight, so with a suitable reason, he can make the high-ranking members of the Hyuga clan accompany him on a trip. Of course, the candidates still need to be carefully selected. The Hyuga clan's indoctrination education, although it has caused resentment among ninjas like Neji, there are also those who have truly been indoctrinated and willingly act as lapdogs for the main family. "Even my own actions need to be careful!" Neji thought to himself, "Master Shigehiko is not the kind of person who would proactively help me resolve the Hyuga issue. If I mess up, he might not lend a hand..."
"Well... it's not impossible to get him to help. Should I first kidnap Hanabi?" The Hidden Mist Village ultimately signed a peace treaty with Konoha. To be honest, this treaty is not harsh at all, and is even filled with preferential treatment. Konoha not only refrains from interfering in the Hidden Mist Village's diplomacy, but also engages in trade, establishes an alliance, and helps with its reconstruction, without demanding compensation from the Hidden Mist Village... If it weren't for Shigehiko's Susanoo defeating a group of Hidden Mist ninjas, causing significant losses to their forces. Perhaps this defeat is not a loss for them, but rather a profitable venture! Of course, the atmosphere among the Hidden Mist delegation is not good. After all, their leader, Ao, lost an eye, and it was taken by Neji in a near-threatening manner, making it difficult for them to be happy. Ao keenly sensed the feelings of the group and coughed, seriously saying, "Please don't make those expressions!" "Don't forget, the treaty we ultimately signed is so preferential!" "This is a completely equal treaty!" "It even benefits our side!" "With such a profitable outcome, what does it matter if I sacrificed an eye?!" He proudly raised his head, his voice filled with pride, "We have not let down Mizukage's expectations!" "Wait! When Mizukage grows stronger and reaches a point where he can defeat that Uchiha Shigehiko, what can't we reclaim?" Upon hearing these words, everyone gradually became spirited. They straightened their backs and lifted their heads high. "That's right! We still have Mizukage-sama!" "This time, we didn't find Susanoo's weakness, but when we gather more information next time, Mizukage-sama might not be an opponent for Uchiha Shihiko!" "What do you mean 'might not'? Mizukage-sama will definitely defeat Uchiha Shihiko!" "That's right! Mizukage-sama is the strongest in the ninja world!" They all cheered and regained their spirits. Their gaze became resolute again, filled with hope. Neji, who was watching the envoy leaving, muttered to himself, "..." So, Shihiko-sama, are you trying to kill how many people? Looking at the Mist ninjas regaining their momentum, Neji's mouth twitched, wanting to make a sarcastic comment - What would your expressions be if you knew how your Mizukage-sama 'held back' the evil enemy, Shihiko? I really want to see... I wonder if there will be a chance. "Speaking of which..."
Neji looked up and gazed in the direction of the Sand Shinobi Village. "So, Shihiko-sama is going to the Sand Shinobi Village now, and Gaara seems to be a 'strongest Kazekage' who was lifted up by Shihiko-sama." He still remembered Shihiko's words when he left - "I'm going to the Sand Shinobi Village front line to pick up my wife." If the Sand Shinobi obediently bowed their heads, it would be fine, but if they developed the same strange confidence as the Mist ninjas and shouted at Shihiko... Neji's expression was strange. He suddenly wanted to see what the situation was like on the Sand Shinobi Village front line. "But it shouldn't happen. 17 Neji thought to himself, "Shihiko-sama wiped out the entire ninja force of the Cloud Shinobi Village. Even if the Sand Shinobi are confident, they shouldn't be so exaggerated." "Yeah, it shouldn't happen." Meanwhile, at the Sand Shinobi Village defense line... "Shihiko! You've finally come to die!" "Today is your death day. Our Kazekage will let you see what a true strong person is!" "Our forces number twenty thousand, and the enemy is just one person. Twenty thousand against one person, the advantage is ours!" "Kazekage-sama, today is the day you become famous!" The Sand Shinobi were extremely excited, holding their kunai and eagerly looking at Shihiko standing alone in the distance. If it weren't for the lack of orders from their superiors, they would have already rushed over. Everyone was extremely excited, looking forward to the moment when the title of 'strongest ninja' would fall on their Kazekage's head. No one noticed the despair in Gaara's eyes. "Enough!" "Stop talking, all of you!" "I'm going to be talked to death by all of you!" Gaara felt like crying. ******