Chapter 59: The Dramatic Transformation of Yamakawa Koji!
"This..."
Hyuga Aotsuki watched the wooden post fly off into the distance and compared it to the scenes of Yamakawa Koji's previous taijutsu training. The feeling was somewhat subtle.
How to put it... it was like a gentle and refined young man suddenly tearing off his clothes to reveal muscles, transforming into a muscular hunk.
A dramatic change in style!
That's pretty much the feeling.
You have to understand, being able to smash a wooden post away with a single blow without chakra enhancement is something even a chunin specializing in taijutsu might not be able to achieve.
Yet Yamakawa Koji, a genin who focused on ninjutsu, could do it, which was truly astonishing.
Of course, it wasn't without a price.
His appearance had undergone a significant change.
He used to have a slender build.
But now?
Not only had he grown taller, but he had also become much stronger, almost comparable to an adult.
And he's only 12 years old.
Even though people in the ninja world mature quickly, not this quickly.
Meanwhile, the chakra test results were in.
His wind attribute had improved significantly!
When using Wind Release, both his control and power had visibly changed, and his chakra capacity had increased by several levels.
Now, his combat power was comparable to a chunin, and his potential had broken previous limits.
"I..."
Yamakawa Koji looked excitedly at Uchiha Takashi, just about to express his gratitude when he was interrupted.
"Remember, this power comes from the Yamanka clan's forbidden technique you trained in. Use makeup to disguise yourself and slowly return to your true appearance over time!"
Uchiha Takashi emphasized once again.
Before the procedure, he had already prepared for the disguise.
The Yamanka clan did have a similar forbidden technique, which was also the reason for the clan's decline.
Exchanging life for a period of power resulted in most of the clan's ninjas dying, and then they faced suppression from the Second and Third Hokage, making it hard not to decline.
But in reality, the Yamanka clan's forbidden technique had long been lost.
Anyway, the final interpretation was in their hands, so they weren't afraid of being questioned.
"I understand!"
Yamakawa Koji wasn't foolish.
He naturally understood the madness that would ensue if people found out about a surgery that could grant power, so he nodded solemnly.
For this usually silent and reserved friend, Uchiha Takashi wasn't worried about him being like those 'incompetent and troublesome' teammates.
He was concerned about something else.
The money was gone! The one hundred million ryo he had just received was spent like that.
Using someone else's investment for experiments was a 'thrill.'
But when it came to spending his own money, it was painful.
However, looking at it as 'the money hasn't disappeared, it just changed form to stay by my side,' it wasn't so bad.
Because the money spent was indeed by his side.
Now Uchiha Takashi's small group was coming together.
Even though it was insignificant compared to forces like the Uchiha or the Root, its potential was limitless.
The urgent task now was to find a way to make money.
Uchiha Takashi just wanted to make money now.
With money, he could continue his experiments and gain power for self-protection.
And research truly wasn't something a poor person could afford, which is why that classic saying exists.
The rich rely on technology, the poor rely on mutation!
Now Uchiha Takashi could personally relate to that saying.
If it weren't for relying on the 'White Thigh,' he wouldn't have achieved so much.
He originally wanted to continue testing more data.
But something interrupted their plans.
Caw! The piercing cry of a Honda bird cut across the sky above Konoha, causing everyone to instinctively look up.
A messenger Honda! It was also an urgent summons for all jonin.
"What's going on?"
Yamakawa Koji muttered to himself.
Chapter 59: The Sudden Change in Yamakawa Koji's Style!
Uchiha Takashi was deep in thought, wondering what could be so important that it required a meeting of all the Jonin. Suddenly, a flash of insight struck him.
If his guess was correct, it could only be one thing at this stage.
The disappearance of the Third Kazekage!
It was this disappearance that eventually sparked the Third Shinobi World War.
If possible, Uchiha Takashi wished he could avoid this war.
But unless the village leaders collectively lost their memories, there was no way they would let a 'genius' like him avoid the battlefield.
"Let's head back and wait for further instructions!" Uchiha Takashi decided, adding a reminder: "Soon, you'll have a chance to showcase your strength!"
If it really was the Shinobi World War, there would be no shortage of opportunities to display their newfound powers.
At the same time, Hyuga Aotsuki wouldn't be able to escape either.
Every capable ninja would be drawn into this war that would engulf the entire shinobi world.
Especially since she was from the Hyuga clan.
Even if she lost a leg, or even two, they might still send someone to carry her to the battlefield.
The Byakugan!
It had an irreplaceable strategic value in war, so the more, the better.
"Alright!" Both of them nodded in unison.
With that, Uchiha Takashi and Hyuga Aotsuki left the training grounds of the mountain clan.
"Have your eyes changed in any way?"
On their way back, Uchiha Takashi inquired about any changes in Hyuga Aotsuki's Byakugan.
"The range has increased from one kilometer to three, and the blind spot has disappeared..."
Hyuga Aotsuki activated her Byakugan and described the changes.
She wouldn't reveal such information to anyone else, as it could endanger her if exploited.
But if Uchiha Takashi asked, she would tell him everything.
"Make sure to disguise your abilities as they were before, and try to explore the potential of those eyes. You might find some surprises!"
Uchiha Takashi advised after listening.
Just a single awakening had transformed the Byakugan, indicating how terrifying the Tenseigan could be.
He remembered that the Tenseigan had numerous abilities.
Even if the most powerful 'Tenseigan Chakra Mode' couldn't be used yet, abilities like 'Attraction and Repulsion', 'Mind Control', and 'Intimidation' might be within reach.
Once she mastered these abilities, her strength would undergo a qualitative change.
"Okay!"
Reluctantly, Hyuga Aotsuki nodded and then turned to leave.
They were nearing the Uchiha clan's territory.
She had accompanied Uchiha Takashi back because only under her cover could he evade the surveillance of the Root.
The Root!
Their monitoring of Uchiha Takashi was extremely tight.
Without Hyuga Aotsuki's help, he wouldn't have been able to avoid their watchful eyes.
He had previously used the excuse of returning to the clan from the hospital to retrieve something, then headed to his private lab. Now, upon returning, Uchiha Takashi would go back to the hospital to continue his recovery until he was fit to be discharged.
Staying in the hospital allowed him to avoid missions and relax. The Uchiha clan had too many issues recently, and he didn't want to stay there.
Inside the Hokage's office.
All the Jonin and clan leaders had gathered.
Yet no one spoke, making the room so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
"Everyone, Sunagakure has sent a letter demanding an explanation from us for their Kazekage's disappearance, so today we need to discuss how to respond!"
Mitokado Homura stood up and delivered the shocking news.
Even now, he couldn't believe that Sunagakure's Third Kazekage had disappeared.
The letter from Sunagakure stated that the Kazekage went missing after the joint Chunin Exams, demanding Konoha provide an 'explanation'.
Baseless accusations! But such situations were not uncommon in the shinobi world, and countless battles had erupted over them.
The public nature of the letter indicated it was the will of the village, not just an individual inquiry, and mishandling it could lead to war.
Therefore.
Hiruzen Sarutobi had gathered everyone to discuss the matter.
However, after Mitokado Homura's announcement, an unusual atmosphere filled the meeting room.
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