Chapitre 174: Chapter 174: Scaring the Kids
A week later.
Konoha, Hokage's office.
"I've already told him, but he doesn't want to come to Konoha."
"By the way, has the Hyuga Clan prepared the reward?"
Transformed into Mr. Lurigan, Shishou sat in front of the Third Hokage's desk, crossing his legs.
He was very curious about what the Hyuga Clan had prepared as his reward.
Told him?
Hearing Shishou's words, the Third Hokage instantly caught the key phrase.
Not found him, but told him.
Konoha had been searching for the Flying Thunder God user for a long time, but Mr. Lurigan found him within a week, and he even agreed to help.
Could it be that these two know each other?
Yes, Mr. Lurigan always had information on Akatsuki members and remained unharmed. If he knew the Flying Thunder God user, that would make sense.
The Third Hokage squinted, pondering in surprise.
"Do you know the Flying Thunder God user?"
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, tested the waters.
More than knowing, they're the same person.
Shishou inwardly chuckled at the thought, nodding slightly to admit the connection.
Seeing Mr. Lurigan admit to knowing the Flying Thunder God user, the Third Hokage was shocked and quickly asked:
"Do you know where Tsunade is?"
Shishou looked at the Third Hokage and laughed:
"I don't know, I'm not that familiar with Tsunade."
Indeed, although he had kissed Tsunade, they hadn't reached the stage of 'complete honesty,' so in a way, they were indeed not very familiar!
"Tsunade isn't with him, so stop asking."
Seeing the Third Hokage still wanting to inquire, Shishou cut him off again.
"Sigh!"
"Alright, I'll have Kurenai take you to the Hyuga Clan."
The Third Hokage sighed and called Kurenai in.
Since Mr. Lurigan had been very cooperative when Kurenai appeared last time, the Third Hokage decided to have Kurenai act as a guide again.
Originally, the most suitable person was Anko, but she had been missing for a long time, and despite the Third Hokage's efforts to find her, there had been no trace of her.
Kurenai entered the office, and upon seeing Shishou, she froze momentarily, then expressionlessly walked to the Third Hokage and asked:
"Hokage-sama, what are your orders?"
The Third Hokage glanced at Kurenai, then pointed at Shishou:
"Take him to the Hyuga Clan so he can discuss the treatment details with Hiashi personally."
"Yes." Kurenai nodded and walked out of the office without looking at Shishou.
"I'll be off then." Shishou stood up, said goodbye to the Third Hokage, and quickly caught up with Kurenai.
Kurenai, seeing Shishou following her, pursed her lips and walked ahead.
Shishou, noticing that Kurenai didn't want to talk, remained silent and followed her.
Soon, they arrived at the Hyuga Clan grounds and were greeted by the clan's servants.
"Mr. Lurigan, have you contacted the Flying Thunder God user?"
After arranging for Kurenai to rest in another room, Hiashi approached Shishou and asked.
"Yes, I have contacted him and told him why you were looking for him, but he doesn't want to come to Konoha."
"As long as you give me the prepared reward, I'll tell you his conditions for saving people."
Shishou looked around casually as he spoke.
The Hyuga Clan was heavily guarded. As soon as he entered, he felt several gazes upon him.
However, these gazes lasted only a second before disappearing, so Shishou wasn't sure if they were intentional or accidental.
Maybe it was just a few Hyuga clan members practicing and happened to glance at him.
Thinking this, Shishou didn't make a fuss.
However, he was reminded by these gazes that he was now within the Hyuga Clan, where everyone had the Byakugan.
So he wrapped his body with Phosphorescent Bugs to hide his chakra, to avoid scaring the kids.
Suddenly, a Hyuga clan member slid open the wooden door, took small steps to Hiashi's side, and whispered:
"Patriarch, the elders have summoned you."
Hiashi looked at the clan member in confusion, wondering why the elders were calling him at this critical moment.
After some thought, Hiashi apologized to Shishou:
"I suddenly have something to handle. Please wait a moment, I'll be right back."
Shishou pouted but nodded in agreement.
Meanwhile.
In the room where the Hyuga elders were gathered.
"How can he have so much chakra..."
"Such a large chakra reserve is terrifying..."
"I feel his chakra is even more than the Nine-Tails..."
Several elders stared at the room where Shishou was, dumbfounded and shocked.
The gazes earlier had been theirs.
But after seeing Shishou's chakra, far surpassing that of a tailed beast, they were too scared to continue watching and quickly deactivated their Byakugan to avoid angering him.
"Someone like him must be handled carefully by Hiashi!"
Hiashi's father-in-law, the Hyuga clan's great elder, Hyuga Keitoku, said to the others.
"Yes."
"Hiashi must handle this carefully, we must not offend him!"
"His terrifying chakra alone shows he is not someone we can provoke."
The other Hyuga elders wiped the cold sweat from their foreheads, nodding in agreement, clearly shaken by Shishou's chakra.
"Father-in-law, what's going on?"
Hiashi entered the room, seeing the elders sweating, he was puzzled.
"Hiashi, did you use your Byakugan to check on Mr. Lurigan?"
Hyuga Keitoku asked quickly.
"No, the Third Hokage told me not to use the Byakugan on Mr. Lurigan, saying it would be seen as a hostile act with serious consequences."
Hiashi shook his head, repeating the Third Hokage's instructions.
"Uh oh..."
The elders froze, cold sweat dripping down again.
"Did you use the Byakugan on Mr. Lurigan?"
Hiashi asked in shock, seeing the elders' reactions.
"We looked once and didn't dare to look again, unsure if he noticed."
"What was Mr. Lurigan's reaction?"
Keitoku asked bitterly.
Hiashi fell silent, then said:
"He didn't react much."
"But he probably noticed your peeking because he glanced your way several times."
The elders fell silent, realizing that a single glance had been instantly detected, confirming their fear.
Mr. Lurigan's power is terrifying!
He must not be provoked!
Chapitre 175: Chapter 175: The Groveling Hyuga
"Hiashi, this man's strength is terrifying. You must handle him carefully and try to meet his demands."
"Especially since we might have already offended him."
Hyuga Keitoku sighed and spoke slowly.
He knew that they, the elders, might have made a grave mistake.
If it were anyone else, Hyuga Keitoku wouldn't be so submissive.
However, in the face of someone with chakra surpassing the Nine-Tails, arrogance must be set aside, and caution must prevail.
This is the survival strategy that allowed the Hyuga Clan to live through the Warring States period in peace.
It's also the reason why the powerful and proud Uchiha were wiped out, while the Hyuga have survived.
"I understand."
Hiashi nodded, then hesitantly said, "But he previously asked for a Byakugan. Should we agree to that?"
Hyuga Keitoku didn't hesitate and shook his head, "The Byakugan is the Hyuga Clan's bloodline limit; it cannot be lost!"
"Did Mr. Lurigan make any other demands?"
Another elder looked at Hiashi and asked.
"Not yet," Hiashi shook his head.
"Then what did you plan to offer him as a reward?" Hyuga Keitoku frowned and asked.
It concerned his daughter's illness, so he had to be sure.
"He seems very interested in Kurenai."
Hiashi said ambiguously.
"You mean using beauty?"
Hyuga Keitoku instantly understood Hiashi's intention.
"I plan to arrange a few branch family girls to serve him."
"If that doesn't work, we'll offer other treasures."
Hiashi explained.
"I have an idea that might meet his demands and draw him to our side."
Hyuga Keitoku suddenly had a thought after hearing Hiashi's words.
Hiashi and the other elders quickly asked:
"What idea?"
...
Meanwhile.
Shishou lay bored in the small courtyard pavilion outside the Hyuga's guest room, watching the clouds in the sky.
Hinata was already at school, or he would have loved for her to call him uncle...
And Kurenai didn't want to talk to him. After bringing him to the Hyuga Clan, she stayed in another guest room, refusing to see him, which made him a bit sad.
Suddenly, a small head peeked around the courtyard gate, curiously watching Shishou.
Shishou turned his head to see that it was little Hanabi.
Hanabi was only five years old, and she would start school next year.
"Natsu, is that today's guest?"
Little Hanabi stood at the courtyard gate and asked Hyuga Natsu behind her.
"Yes, Miss Hanabi. Hiashi-sama is here, let's go."
Short-haired Hyuga Natsu saw Hiashi returning and picked up Hanabi to leave the place.
"Mr. Lurigan, sorry to keep you waiting."
"Let's continue our discussion, please."
Hiashi came to Shishou's side, bowed, and invited him into the guest room.
Knowing Shishou's strength, Hiashi was very respectful this time.
"Alright." Shishou took his gaze off Hyuga Natsu and followed Hiashi into the room.
Feeling Shishou's gaze, Hiashi glanced at the departing Hyuga Natsu and called a servant, whispering instructions.
"Last time, Mr. Lurigan mentioned wanting a Byakugan as a reward. Do you still want that?"
After both sat down in the guest room, Hiashi got straight to the point.
"Oh?"
"Hiashi, just say what you need to."
Shishou looked at Hiashi in surprise.
Last time in the Hokage's office, Hiashi's attitude was very firm, with no room for negotiation.
Unexpectedly, Hiashi brought it up this time. Was he ready to agree?
What happened to cause such a drastic change in attitude?
Shishou pondered.
"The Byakugan cannot be leaked; this is fundamental."
"But since Mr. Lurigan asked, the Hyuga Clan is prepared to meet your needs, hoping for your forgiveness."
Hiashi bowed deeply, apologizing.
"Forgiveness?"
Seeing Hiashi's posture, Shishou raised an eyebrow, making some guesses.
"The branch family just now..."
Hiashi explained that the elders of the main family had spied on Shishou earlier, but he blamed it on the branch family.
Since Shishou had noticed the spying, Hiashi could only confess and seek forgiveness, showing sincerity.
Given Shishou's chakra and strength, he had to take this humble approach.
No choice, it was embarrassing, but necessary.
So that's it...
Looks like I scared them earlier; I need to be more careful.
Hearing Hiashi's explanation, Shishou understood.
No wonder Hiashi's attitude changed so much; they were frightened by his chakra and strength.
"Don't worry, Hiashi. As long as the Hyuga Clan keeps this secret, it's fine."
"Don't worry about such trivial matters."
Since Hiashi was Hinata and Hanabi's father, Shishou didn't want to make things difficult.
"Thank you for your understanding."
Hiashi finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Then, Hiashi handed Shishou a roster and said:
"This is a list of branch family servants. You can choose anyone as a personal servant."
"In this way, you get the Byakugan, and the Hyuga Clan ensures it doesn't leak."
Wow...
Didn't expect this.
The Hyuga Clan is trying to win me over after seeing my strength?
Shishou was surprised.
He didn't expect the Hyuga Clan to go to such lengths to please him.
But their calculation was clear.
If he accepted a branch family member, he couldn't ignore the Hyuga Clan in times of trouble.
The Hyuga Clan would gain a strong ally for free.
But because of Hinata and Hanabi, he wouldn't ignore them anyway.
So, it seemed like he would get a Hyuga servant for free, like Hyuga Natsu, who he liked.
Shishou glanced at Hiashi and started flipping through the roster.
The list had photos, names, and ninja ranks of each branch family member.
As he looked, Shishou frowned and closed the roster.
He realized a problem: where would he place this branch family member?
Leaving them in Konoha was impossible.
Seeing Shishou close the roster and frown, Hiashi clapped his hands.
A Hyuga main family member came to Shishou and invited him:
"Mr. Lurigan, please follow me."
Shishou looked at Hiashi, wondering what he had planned next.
"Mr. Lurigan, please enter." The Hyuga led Shishou to a room and left.
Shishou opened the door curiously.
A branch family woman in a luxurious kimono knelt on the tatami mat, respectfully speaking:
"Welcome, my lord!"
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