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"That's right!"
Kaito nodded in affirmation. "As more people form contracts and Bloodline Limit potions spread, the concept of ninja clans may weaken, but if the policy is executed properly, that may not necessarily be the case!
"It all depends on how we and the various ninja clans handle it in the future!"
"I'm telling you this because the research department is already preparing to develop the Byakugan Bloodline Limit potion!"
"Since we already have the foundation from the Uchiha Bloodline potion, the process should be much faster."
"In about a month, the Byakugan Bloodline Limit potion should be ready!"
"Do you have any thoughts or arrangements regarding this?"
"After all, this involves your clan's Bloodline Limit, so I wanted to consult you first! This way, you and the Hyuga clan can prepare accordingly!"
"I've also discussed this with the Uchiha, Senju, and Uzumaki clans!"
The introduction of the Hyuga Bloodline potion would definitely have to align with the new clan regulations and contribution system of the three great clans.
Hyuga Hizashi listened carefully and nodded. "I figured as much!"
He had suspected that if the Uchiha and Senju Bloodline Limits could be replicated into potions, there was no way the Hyuga's would be left out.
"Can I ask how the Uchiha, Senju, and Uzumaki clans plan to respond and adjust in order to protect their interests and unity?" Hizashi asked directly, getting to the heart of the matter.
Kaito chuckled. "Good question!"
"There's no big secret to it. They're simply adjusting their clan rules, merit system, and exchange system within the merit hall accordingly."
"They're making the clans more attractive to those who will possess the three Bloodline Limits in the future."
"This will make it easier to absorb talented individuals into the clan, bringing in more elite ninjas to strengthen the clans rather than weakening them!"
"The basic potion doesn't give advanced abilities, the potion is more like an item."
"Of course, I will also help the three clans enhance their foundations by creating exclusive secret techniques, jutsu, and Bloodline Limit training methods to improve their abilities."
"If you have no objections, I can provide this same assistance to the Hyuga clan as well!"
"Additionally—"
Kaito paused before continuing, "You should already know that the Byakugan isn't exclusive to the Hyuga clan. Like the Sharingan, it originates from the Otsutsuki clan."
"In fact, the Byakugan is a signature Bloodline Limit of the higher-ranking Otsutsuki!"
"Right now, I have captured Otsutsuki Isshiki, and in the future, I plan to deal with Otsutsuki Kaguya and even the Sage of Six Paths. From them, I can extract Byakugan Bloodline information to create not just an advanced Byakugan Bloodline potion but also an Otsutsuki Bloodline potion."
"That kind of Otsutsuki's Byakugan potion would undoubtedly be far stronger than that of Hyuga's Byakugan!"
"If you disagree, I can halt the research on the Hyuga Bloodline potion. But in that case, the compensation and benefits for the Hyuga clan would be forfeited."
"So, what's your choice?"
Since Hizashi was his contracted ally, Kaito didn't force him but instead presented him with two options.
The future of the Hyuga clan rested on Hizashi's decision.
Although contracted allies would eventually hold maximum loyalty to Kaito, that didn't mean they lacked personal thoughts and self-interest.
It simply meant that when it came to matters involving Kaito's interests, they would naturally lean in his favor.
"There's nothing to hesitate about! I fully support you, Lord Hokage, in researching the Hyuga Bloodline potion!"
"If this can be implemented in an orderly manner, the Hyuga clan will be even safer!"
"With the compensation and strategic plan you've provided, I believe this is the best choice for the Hyuga clan!"
"Under your guidance and compensation, I'm sure the Hyuga clan will only grow stronger in the future!"
He was already looking forward to the future of his son, Neji.
He imagined a bright and promising life for him.
"Rest assured, Neji. Your father will create the best possible future for you, where you can grow up happily and safely without having your fate dictated by others!" Hizashi silently vowed in his heart.
"Excellent!"
Kaito was very satisfied with Hizashi's resolve and immediately instructed, "Then bring the final batch of Hyuga branch members to form contracts with me today!"
"And, tomorrow, confront the Hyuga Main House directly."
"Are you ready for that? Do you need any additional support?"
"No need!" Hizashi shook his head firmly. "We already hold an absolute advantage. If I can't handle the Main House even with this, then I'm too incompetent!"
"I'll resolve this perfectly on my own!"
"I won't bring any trouble to the village!"
An opportunity to prove his abilities and value—
How could he possibly let it slip by?
"Good! Then it's settled. I'll wait for your good news!" Kaito nodded in satisfaction.
He then let Hizashi make the necessary arrangements.
After spending some time contracting the last batch of Hyuga branch members and marking them with the Flying Bird Seal, Kaito returned to his own training and duties while waiting.
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The next morning—
Hizashi openly gathered all the Hyuga branch members within the clan's grounds.
Such a grand movement naturally caught the attention of the Main House.
When Hizashi led the branch members into the Main House's territory, they were immediately confronted by Hiashi, the clan elders, and all the Main House members.
"Hizashi! What are you trying to do by gathering so many branch members and bringing them here?"
"Are you planning a rebellion?!" The Hyuga clan's Grand Elder scolded furiously upon seeing Hizashi and the thousand-strong branch members behind him.
"Hizashi, what are you doing?!" His father, Hyuga Souen, also furrowed his brows in anger and demanded an answer.
Hiashi, on the other hand, looked at his younger brother with concern and confusion, completely unaware of his intentions.
He felt his brother was being too reckless.
Meanwhile, back in the Hokage's office, Kaito and his allies were gathered, observing the Hyuga clan's territory through a modified Water Mirror Technique.
This Water Mirror Technique, which combined the Telescope Jutsu with the Water Mirror, worked like a live broadcast, clearly displaying images and sounds of Hizashi and the others confronting the Main House.
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