Chapter 899 The True Saviour of the Hyuga Clan!
Swosh!
As the cloaked figure reached for the Box of Bliss, a sudden burst of purple fire ignited his hand. Unperturbed, he chuckled at the feeble attempt to stop him. "Hahaha… do they believe this is enough to hinder me?" he sneered, observing the purple flames consuming his hand.
"Begone!" he commanded in a cold, commanding voice, and the flames that threatened to engulf him were instantly extinguished.
With the immediate danger neutralized, the figure's grin widened, and he approached the Box of Bliss. He skillfully corrupted the Fuinjutsu that safeguarded the mysterious box, causing the chains of protection to shatter, unleashing an uncontrollable malevolence that permeated the surroundings.
"Yess… yess… just as I desire!" he exclaimed ecstatically, touching the surface of the Box of Bliss. "Those Akatsuki people were right… This thing thirsts for chaos… Very well then… I, Hyuga Aoki, shall grant you the opportunity to accomplish what you failed to achieve before… spread as much chaos in Konoha as you desire!"
The cloaked figure, who had infiltrated the Underground ANBU base, was none other than Hyuga Aoki himself—more precisely, controlling a puppet body from a distance. For the time being, he had formed a temporary alliance with the Akatsuki organization, as their goals aligned with seeking the destruction of Amatsukami.
During the Konoha Collapse Plan, while Aoki was incapacitated, he sought refuge with the elderly, women, and children as they hid among the refugees. Utilizing the ‘Spirit Transformation Jutsu,' he separated his soul from his physical body, allowing him to exploit the chaos that ensued. Seizing the opportunity, he not only pilfered confidential books and scrolls from the Forbidden Section of the Hyuga Clan but also discovered the location where the ANBU had concealed the Box of Bliss.
Cooperating with Akatsuki, he obtained the ideal puppet body he desired and learned how to open the Box of Bliss. Surprisingly, the method was simpler than he had anticipated—all he needed to do was supply an ample amount of chakra to the box, and Satori, the monstrous entity sealed within, would be released.
While for most, providing such a massive volume of chakra to the Box of Bliss would be an arduous task, Aoki had the advantage of possessing the Tenseigan of the Hyuga Clan, making the abundance of chakra an insignificant obstacle.
With a knowing glint in his eye, Aoki gently caressed the surface of the Box of Bliss and inquired, "You crave chakra, don't you?"ba-dum ba-dum
The underground place reverberated with a sound akin to a heartbeat, signifying an eerie connection between Aoki and the Box of Bliss.
"I understand… I will provide you with all the chakra you desire. In return, unleash utter chaos upon Konoha!" Aoki declared.
The beat-like resonance seemed to indicate an agreement had been reached once more.
Ba-dum!
A wicked grin stretched across Aoki's face as he firmly pressed both hands onto the surface of the Box of Bliss, infusing it with potent Tenseigan Chakra. While the Hyuga Clan's Tenseigan was smaller than the Ōtsutsuki Clan's Giant Tenseigan, it contained several times more chakra than the two-tails. Moreover, its quality and density were on par with that of a tailed beast's chakra, sparing Aoki from feeling drained. The Box's requirements were promptly met.
Suddenly, a deafening explosion rocked the underground chamber, the impact rippling all the way to the surface. A bone-chilling roar resonated through Konoha.
ROAR!
Emerging from the depths, a grotesque, headless monster with ominous black feathers and bared bones in its gaping maw broke free. Once reaching above the village, it unfurled its wings and let out another resounding roar.
ROAR!
The citizens of Konoha were stricken with terror as they beheld the nightmarish sight.
"Okaasan, what is that? I'm scared!"
"Isn't that Satori? How could it appear at a time like this?"
"Dammit… wasn't that creature sealed? How did it resurface?"
"Somebody must have unsealed it from the Box of Ultimate Bliss!"
"We must hurry and inform Godaime Hokage-sama and Sandaime Hokage-sama! The village is under attack!"
Amidst the chaos, panic spread like wildfire as the citizens rushed to alert the Hokage and summon aid. The air was thick with fear and uncertainty, and the looming threat of Satori cast a dark shadow over Konoha.
As Satori emerged, chaos erupted in Konoha, and the piercing wail of an emergency siren reverberated throughout the village, jolting its residents into awareness of an impending enemy attack.
The reason for Satori's compliance became apparent; Tenseigan Chakra possessed the unique ability to control and manipulate puppets. Unlike the previous attempt to open the Box of Bliss, Satori remained under Aoki's command, obediently following his vague directives.
However, upon reflection, the success of this control wasn't entirely surprising. After all, the Box of Bliss was, at its core, a weapon of immense power. Centuries ago, Kusagakure harnessed its might to exert dominion over the shinobi world, demonstrating that Satori could indeed be controlled.
Unlike Kusagakure's past endeavors, Aoki managed to wield some degree of control over Satori, a remarkable and unexpected achievement. This success served to bolster his ego as he moved through the village with an unnervingly calm smile, a stark contrast to the panic-stricken villagers around him.
Aoki's composure did not escape the notice of many Konoha shinobi who came forward to inquire about the peculiar situation. However, before a single word could be uttered, Aoki swiftly neutralized them, relishing the sense of control he held over the entire situation.
"Ah, it's truly captivating to have everything under my command!" he muttered with a sinister grin, clenching his fists. The taste of power was intoxicating to him, fueling his ego.
In his hubris, Aoki firmly believed that, except for the Ōtsutsuki clan members on the moon, he stood unrivaled in strength. He considered himself invincible, convinced that even Nagato posed no threat to him.
As he wandered through the chaotic streets, Aoki's attention was caught by an old acquaintance. "Heh… Hizashi!" he called out.
Hizashi turned around at the sound of his name, and upon recognizing the familiar face, his eyes widened in shock. He couldn't help but question, "You… aren't you Aoki? You're still alive?"
Common sense dictated that Aoki should have perished long ago after defecting from Konohagakure, thanks to the activation of the ‘Caged Bird' Cursed Seal by the Hyuga main family elders.
"Hahaha…" Aoki chuckled, unfazed by the disbelief. "I am not so easily killed!" he declared, brimming with confidence.
Hizashi furrowed his brow and activated his Byakugan, examining Aoki's body closely. "The cursed seal on your forehead… no… this is peculiar. You aren't a human? A puppet?"
Aoki was surprised by Hizashi's quick deduction and chuckled, nodding in agreement. "As you can see, I have acquired a new puppet. I made sure it resembles me perfectly."
Hizashi nodded in understanding, though he remained perplexed about how Aoki had evaded death and acquired such a puppet, as well as how he managed to control it.
Curiosity led Hizashi to inquire further, "So… why have you returned to Konoha? Is it for revenge?"
Aoki's response was indifferent, leaving no room for deception. "Of course," he admitted openly, showing no intention of concealing his motives.
His elaborate plan, inciting the Uchiha Clan and unleashing Satori to sow chaos in the village, was all part of a grand scheme to divert attention while he carried out his vengeance against the main family of the Hyuga Clan.
Hizashi tried to reason with Aoki, attempting to dissuade him from his path of bloodshed. "Aoki… killing them won't bring any meaningful change. It's meaningless. The situation of the Hyuga Clan has improved, especially with Kuroto-kun as the Godaime Hokage. We have a promising future."
At the mere mention of Kuroto's name, Aoki erupted in anger. "Don't utter that ungrateful bastard's name in my presence! He's nothing but a puppet of Sarutobi Hiruzen. I, on the other hand, am the true savior of the Hyuga Clan. I have shattered the chains of fate. It's my destiny to lead the Hyuga, not him!" In his rage, Aoki unleashed Banshō Ten'in on Hizashi.
Startled by Aoki's sudden outburst, Hizashi found himself helplessly drawn toward Aoki by the mysterious technique he employed. To his surprise, it was a technique he had encountered before; even Ōtsutsuki Toneri had used it against him. Hizashi couldn't fathom how Aoki had acquired such potent power, but he had no time for contemplation as he quickly activated ‘Eight Trigrams Palms Revolving Heaven' in a desperate attempt to free himself.
His body enveloped in a swirling vortex of chakra, Hizashi attempted to counter Aoki's forceful pull. But Aoki sneered dismissively, refusing to let Hizashi escape so easily. With a swift change in strategy, he transformed the suction force into a repulsive force, sending Hizashi hurtling through the air and crashing into a nearby house with great impact.
Before Hizashi could regain his bearings, Aoki appeared before him once more and swiftly struck him, rendering him unconscious. Overwhelmed and defeated, Hizashi never had a chance to retaliate.
With a cold and ruthless demeanor, Aoki declared, "This is what happens when you dare to challenge a god." He then reached into Hizashi's chest, extracting a radiant ball of light.
Employing a Tenseigan technique, Aoki delved into Hizashi's memories, swiftly obtaining the information he sought—the location of the individuals he was searching for.
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