Chapter 409 Xiao

After the Otsutsuki Toneri incident.

Under Sakura's operation, Hinata Hanabi opened her eyes again.

From then on, Hinata Hanabi will probably be more valued, after all, her eyes had opened the reincarnation eye.

Even if it later degenerated into an ordinary Byakugan, no one knows whether there are any wonderful changes in it.

But it doesn't matter if someone is willing to bet on this. It doesn't matter if the bet is lost, after all, Hinata Hanabi is the heir of the Hyuga clan selected by Hyuga Hiashi.

Here I have to say that not long after Hyuga Neji went on a mission, Hyuga Hiashi staggered back to Konoha with serious injuries.

This is also caused by Hyuga Hiashi's Byakugan. He is the patriarch of the Hyuga clan and has not been caged. It also caused him to not dare to accept help from people whose identities he did not know.

Until now, the Byakugan is also a blood inheritance that many people covet.

After all, the Byakugan is still very versatile, and it is not as bad as the side effects of the Sharingan after transplantation by foreigners.

It is conceivable what kind of choice would be made if someone with bad intentions found a solitary and injured Hyuga clan.

Fortunately, Hyuga Hiashi was lucky enough to return to Konoha alone after hiding all the way.

Everything was a happy ending!

As the days progressed, it was soon time for everyone to get married.

On this day, many couples will get married.

Like the well-known seventh-generation Hokage Uchiha Sasuke and Haruno Sakura, the seventh-generation Hokage assistant Uzumaki Naruto and the daughter of the Hyuga clan leader Hinata.

There are also the successor of the Ino-Shika-Chou-Naka-Chou clan, Akimichi Choji, and the former Kumo ninja Karui.

The successor of the Ino-Shika-Chou-Naka-Chou clan, Nara Shikamaru, and the sister of the former Sand Village Fifth Kazekage Temari.

The genius of the Hyuga clan branch, Hyuga Neji, and the daughter of the ninja tool tycoon Tenten.

It can be said that almost all of the twelve young warriors of the original Konoha chose to get married on the same day, and those who have not yet married have already found a partner, and they will probably get married soon.

Because the relationship between the twelve young warriors is close, at first only one person mentioned the wedding date, and later everyone agreed to hold it on the same day.

Unfortunately, at this time, Xia Li had already married Ino, otherwise he would probably discuss with Ino to postpone the wedding date to this day.

Basically, three of the five former ninja villages will participate in this marriage.

It's a pity that no one tried to take down the older leftover Fourth Generation Mizukage Mei Terumi, and no one tried to take down the Leg Kage of the Rock Village, Kurotsuchi...

That's right, Kurotsuchi has succeeded to the throne, surpassing her father Huangtu to become the Tsuchikage. The reason for this early is naturally that Ohnoki no longer has the heart to continue to be the Tsuchikage.

Although the current Tsuchikage is just a position, the rights and affairs are no longer as cumbersome as the original village shadow, but... Ohnoki's mind is now on practicing the way of nature, and anyone who hinders his practice is unforgivable.

After all, Ohnoki is really old enough this year. If he fails to practice successfully in a few years, he will surely die.

However, it is not completely impossible. After all, everyone is working under a common manager now, and maybe one day the flame of love will be ignited.

On this day, the whole Konoha was immersed in a sea of ​​joy.

However, at the wedding banquet, the atmosphere seemed a little solemn.

The reason was not because of anything else, just because... Xia Li was here.

As the highest-level ruler, Xia Li's appearance, even in such a festive environment, few people dared to be presumptuous.

After all, few people would be as heartless as Naruto.

So, after Xia Li presented the gift and blessings, Xia Li left, which can be regarded as a little trouble at the top.

After Xia Li left, the wedding banquet finally began to have the atmosphere it should have.

As the host, Kakashi was also relieved after Xia Li left. Such a day can't be dull.

So, this marriage was also held smoothly.

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A few days later, Xia Li looked at Hyuga Neji in front of him and teased, "We just got married not long ago, don't you want to be affectionate with Tiantian for a few more days?"

Hyuga Neji also blushed, and then said, "It's enough, and what I'm going to do next is also very important. I have already talked to Tiantian about it."

Xia Li nodded and looked at Hyuga Neji with satisfaction. Fortunately, he did not fall into the gentle countryside and did not give up his long-standing ideas because of marriage.

"Have you guessed the reason why I asked you to participate in that mission to the moon?" Xia Li asked.

"Yes, it's for the reincarnation eye, right?" Hyuga Neji nodded and said.

"That's right, with your talent, if you follow the natural way, it is not difficult to reach the level of shadow, and even if the time is extended, it is not impossible to become a super shadow." Xia Li looked at Hyuga Neji.

Except for Sasuke and Naruto, the two cheaters, Hyuga Neji is the one who showed the best talent during this period, and his growth curve is also normal, which is in line with the personality of a genius, but the problem is that it is too normal. Geniuses are generally not as good as cheaters.

Hyuga Neji was also a little surprised at this time. He did not expect that Xia Li was so optimistic about him. He only expected to become a Kage level, but from Xia Li's words, it seemed that he was very optimistic about him becoming a Super Kage.

However, Hyuga Neji still said with a firm look, "But, at the normal speed, it takes too long to become a super shadow."

Hyuga Neji paused and continued, "Moreover, I am also a little worried that I will be worn away by time and completely integrated into this rule that should not exist."

Xia Li nodded and handed Hyuga Neji a scroll.

"What is this?" Hyuga Neji took the scroll in confusion. Since it was given to him by Xia Li, there would naturally be no safety issues. Hyuga Neji opened it and looked at Xia Li directly.

Then, Hyuga Neji opened his eyes wide and looked at Xia Li in disbelief.

Because the seal on this scroll is very similar to the caged bird, but it does not have the disadvantage of the caged bird's limited vision. It is an improved version.

"I knew you were coming, so I prepared it in advance." Xia Li said. For him, these things are basically understood at a glance now, and it is really easy to improve them. He even thought of doing this thing a few days ago, and then he figured it out.

Hyuga Neji was speechless, looking at Xia Li, and then his eyes showed gratitude and a hint of inexplicable emotions.

This thing may not be a big deal for Xia Li, but it is an absolute gift to him. Hyuga Neji dreams of getting this thing.

Xia Li saw Hyuga Neji's appearance and smiled. He knew that from today on, he would probably get another sharp blade that would not hurt him.

"Are you ready?" Xia Li asked again.

"Ready." Hyuga Neji carefully put away the scroll and said solemnly.

"Well, you take Otsutsuki Toneri to this place, and remind him not to be too surprised when the time comes." Xia Li said and handed Hyuga Neji the certificate for picking up people from the prison and a secret address.

"Yes." Hyuga Neji nodded and left.

Looking at Hyuga Neji's back, Xia Li also nodded, hoping not to disappoint him.

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Hyuga Neji, who had already come out of the palace, soon brought the tied-up Otsutsuki Toneri to the secret location alone.

After knowing that there was no one around, he opened a secret passage according to the instructions and walked in with Otsutsuki Toneri.

Along the way, Hyuga Neji was full of surprise, because just through the passage, he could find that this place almost condensed the most advanced technology of this era...

"So, what is this place..." Hyuga Neji never thought that there would be such a secret facility here.

"Tsk tsk tsk, you finally brought the survivors of the Otsutsuki clan here. I asked His Majesty for a long time, but he said to wait a little longer..."

At this time, a somewhat sinister voice rang in Hyuga Neji's ears. Even though he knew that the other party should not be an enemy, Hyuga Neji couldn't help but be on guard.

"Who are you!" Hyuga Neji shouted, and at the same time, he felt that the voice seemed a little familiar.

"Haha, can't you recognize my voice? The genius of the Hyuga clan, Hyuga Neji." Orochimaru walked out of the shadows slowly with his iconic pale skin.

At this moment, Orochimaru looked at Hyuga Neji who was already in shock, laughed, and said, "I have been waiting for you for a long time."

"Orochimaru! Aren't you dead?!" Hyuga Neji's pupils shrank the moment he saw Orochimaru, and he questioned.

"Haha, Jiraiya can't kill me. I deliberately used his hand to create the illusion that I am dead." Orochimaru paused, and then said, "Actually, it's not wrong, because the past Orochimaru is dead, and the new Orochimaru is alive now."

Hyuga Neji didn't know what to say. Thinking of Xia Li's mysterious smile, he finally understood why.

If the news that Orochimaru was still alive spread, it would inevitably cause a huge uproar. Hyuga Neji silently hid this news in his heart and made up his mind not to tell even his wife Tiantian.

Orochimaru looked at Hyuga Neji's changing expression and nodded secretly. Sure enough, Xia Li's methods were very powerful. Although the other party was shocked by his deeds, he did not have any other thoughts.

"Really powerful, Xia Li-kun..." Orochimaru said silently in his heart.

"Come with me." Orochimaru said, and then took Hyuga Neji, who was still in shock, through a series of technological gates and came to the central area.

Here, in addition to Orochimaru, there are many people.

Among them, Hyuga Neji knows - Yakushi Kabuto, Hoshigaki Kisame, Zabuza, etc.

Seeing them, Hyuga Neji was a little shocked, but it was okay. After all, compared with Orochimaru, they were not too shocked.

"Yo, you are back with our new member." Hoshigaki Kisame greeted Hyuga Neji, "Hello, little brat of the Hyuga clan."

"My name is Hyuga Neji." Hyuga Neji frowned.

"Hehe, it's all the same." Hoshigaki Kisame smiled.

Orochimaru didn't mean to greet them, and continued to lead Hyuga Neji to another room, where there were many experimental subjects.

"Are you still doing human experiments?!" Seeing this scene, Hyuga Neji's eyes shrank again.

Orochimaru glanced at Hyuga Neji, then looked at the experimental subjects over there and said, "These are just death row prisoners."

Hyuga Neji was silent for a while and nodded. Although he still felt a little chill, he could accept it a little bit.

"Moreover, generally, human bodies are used in experiments only in the final stage. His Majesty does not agree that I can use human bodies directly for experiments. Obviously, if I use human bodies, the progress of the experiment will be much faster." Orochimaru said with some dissatisfaction.

"Of course, if you are allowed to do human experiments directly, death row prisoners should not be enough, right?" Hyuga Neji asked.

"Hehe." Orochimaru laughed and did not answer, but the answer was self-evident.

"Now our experiments on humans themselves, well, some of them can also cure diseases and save lives. They are not completely evil experiments. You don't have to think too much. Although I don't like this kind of experiments, His Majesty has given orders, and I can't ignore them, right?" Orochimaru said.

"Is that so?" Hyuga Neji thought.

Orochimaru sighed and complained, "Now research and development has become difficult. First, we have to do experiments on various small animals, and then transfer to gorillas that are most similar to humans. If there are no other adverse reactions, they are allowed to be used on humans."

"I think this is good." Hyuga Neji said.

"Hehe." Orochimaru laughed sarcastically. He didn't want to talk to people who didn't understand research. For example, he used to get results directly from human experiments. How fast was it? Now that there are these links, the speed of getting results has been seriously slowed down.

However, all this is worth it. After all, he has now got the method of immortality as he wished, and...

Orochimaru licked his cheek with his long tongue, revealing a fiery look, staring at Otsutsuki Toneri behind Hyuga Neji.

Otsutsuki Toneri was in a state where he couldn't see or hear anything at this time, but even so, he couldn't help but feel a chill, as if he was stared at by some malicious creature.

If it were before, he wouldn't dare to think that he would be able to get the experimental body of the Otsutsuki clan one day, but now he has it.

So, at this moment, all the accumulated dissatisfaction disappeared. As long as the other party can provide these for him, even if they can't provide them... well, Orochimaru didn't dare to act rashly.

"I also know the purpose of your joining, but you have to know that even for me, it is not so easy to research it out." Orochimaru said.

"It doesn't matter, I can wait." Hyuga Neji nodded. At this stage, he will not stop his training. He can't pin all his hopes on the reincarnation eye. His efforts are equally important.

"Haha, well, since the decision has been made, you are welcome to join." Orochimaru stretched out his hand.

Hyuga Neji was a little disgusted, but he finally stretched out his hand, and the two held hands together.

"By the way, what is the name of our organization?" Hyuga Neji asked.

"It's not an organization, but a research institute." Orochimaru replied.

"So, what is the name of our research institute?"

"Akatsuki."

"!!!" (End of this chapter)