Hokage that started as a commoner ninja

Chapter 160 "The Bird in the Cage"

The moon is high and the night is cool.

After parting with Namikaze Minato and Uzumaki Kushina, Mu En sent Kurama Huiyun home as usual.

"Moon..."

Pommel Huiyun was walking aside, seeing Mu En looking over, he pursed his lips, looking hesitant to speak.

"Are you worried about Minato and Kushina?"

Mu En also understood what Kurama Huiyun wanted to say, smiled slightly, and said, "Don't worry, Minato just put too much pressure on himself and was a little too impatient. Nothing will happen to him."

No matter how good a person is, when faced with a strong crisis, it is inevitable that they will panic and make some wrong choices.And the more you are in times of crisis, the person who can still maintain concentration and overcome difficulties will be a great hero regardless of the final success or failure.

But no matter who grows up to be a hero, the process cannot be smooth sailing, it needs setbacks and trials.

For a long time, Watergate's growth can be said to be smooth.Just after graduating, Jiraiya, one of the "Three Ninjas", became a teacher. After that, Hiruzaru Sarutobi, the third generation, worked hard to cultivate him, and his practice of ninjutsu secrets has always been smooth.

Therefore, the failure of this operation may not be a good thing for Minato.In fact, in Mu En's view, the setback this time is still not deep enough.

If it weren't for the fear of causing some more unpredictable consequences, Mu En would have thought about it, and this time he would directly release the spirit body of "Nine Tails" and deal a bigger blow to Minato.

Mu En believes that after this failure and blow, a person like Minato will be able to achieve greater growth, and he will also be a hero.

In the history of the original manga, Minato used the "Ghoul Seal" at the cost of his own life in order to seal the "Nine Tails".In Mu En's view, considering Minato's strength, this would definitely not be the best choice.

On the one hand, Uzumaki Kushina had passed away at that time, and Minato's choice had a hint of sacrifice; on the other hand, it was caused by Minato's insufficient tempering and insufficient prediction of difficulties.

Of course, the intrigue and power struggle within the village are also one of the important reasons.

"Well, I'm afraid that Minato will act too hastily, and it will be Sister Kushina who gets hurt in the end."

Pommel Huiyun smiled again, and said, "But with Mu En here, there will be no problem."

"That's natural." Mu En laughed.

On the other side, Namikaze Minato has also sent Uzumaki Kushina to the door.

"It's all the 'Nine-Tails''s own fault."

Kushina seemed a little out of breath, but the worried look in those eyes couldn't be concealed, how could the careful Minato not see it.

"Jiushina, don't worry, I'm not that fragile."

Minato caressed Kushina's hair, smiled slightly, and said, "This is my own fault, and I don't blame 'Nine Tails'. The timing is not very right now, so I have a chance to say sorry to 'Nine Tails' for me. "

Immediately, Minato shook his head again, and said, "It still doesn't work, I will personally apologize to it then!"

Seeing that Minato didn't seem to be fake, and that he had indeed adjusted, Kushina lost all worry and smiled happily again.

……

Time flies, another three days have passed, and it is still three poles on the moon.

After a lapse of more than two years, Mu En met the "group of six" of the "Mutual Aid Club" again at the same time.

It was still in the original place, but this time, the few people were a little more casual, and everyone sat on the ground, reporting to Mu En the development of the "Mutual Aid Association" over the past two years.

Before that, Mu En had already learned some things through Yosuke.At this time, it sounds similar.In general, the number of "mutual aid clubs" has more than tripled compared to two years ago.And under the exploration of the "group of six", a strict internal system has been formed.

Mu En was very satisfied with all these, she stood up and bowed to salute: "In the past two years, everyone has worked hard."

"Next, we can focus on the development of some family ninjas, including some big family ninjas who expect to change. If we can accept our philosophy, even the main family ninjas are not unacceptable."

Mu En looked at the six thoughtful people, and then said: "However, we firmly cannot accept those extremists who want to change."

"What kind of ninja is considered an extremist?" Mumu Gongdao asked with some doubts.

"Our philosophy is to 'understand each other and help each other'. In essence, we hope to change the unfair state of ninjas. The strong can understand and help the weak, and ultimately achieve equality. That's right!"

Seeing that all six members of Mumu Gongdao nodded in agreement, Mu En went on to say: "But some people hope that the change is not like this. Their change is to trample the high ninja under their feet and become that high ninja themselves."

"Civilian ninjas want to build a powerful family and control one family's power; small family ninjas want their family to grow and become a big family; branch ninjas want to replace the main line ninjas and gain greater authority."

"These thoughts are also human, and there is nothing wrong with them. However, we 'Mutual Aid Association' does not welcome such people. Our 'Mutual Aid Association' will not and cannot be a step for these people to realize their ambitions."

Mu En's words can be said to have touched the hearts of these people.

"Speaking of which, there are quite a lot of people like this in our Mutual Aid Association."

Matt Dai said with a serious expression: "Do these people need to be cleared from the 'Mutual Aid Club'?"

"Cleaning 'Mutual Aid' is only a last resort."

Mu En's tone was calm, and he continued: "We must first focus on persuasion and education. Those diehards who really cannot be changed must be eliminated from the 'Mutual Aid Association'."

Speaking of this, Mu En's expression became more serious than ever before, and said: "Unless it is absolutely necessary, we will not overthrow the village, nor will we seek to destroy any family, but we will seek changes, and we need to be more fair. Of course, we will also encounter Unprecedented obstacles will inevitably lead to bloody death. Therefore, we need a stronger force."

"Hyuga Akizuki and Uchiha Sumire, I will leave it to you two to absorb the family ninjas."

Mu En began to arrange the follow-up work tasks, saying: "Mumu Gongdao, Zuo Qizong, you two should do a good job in the internal purification work, and the thinking of our 'Mutual Aid Association' must be consistent. Pharmacist No Naoyu, Matt Dai, the hospital and The school is the best place to spread and develop our ideas, and you must take advantage of your positions.”

The "group of six" stood up, looked at each other, and bowed to say yes.

"And the most important point. Judging from the current situation, a big battle will come soon, and the intensity will not be less than the previous two Ninja World Wars. Everyone must be prepared."

According to the vague impression in Mu En's mind, the outbreak of the third ninja world war, if nothing unexpected happens, will come soon.

The "group of six" looked at each other, and their expressions became more dignified than ever.They didn't have the slightest doubt about Mu En's judgment.

After Mu En warned that the war was about to start, except for Hinata Qiuyue who was left behind by Mu En's words, several people left with solemn expressions. They wanted to convey this information to all members of the "Mutual Aid Association".

"Qiuyue, I'm sorry, you got married and had a baby, and I'm not in the village, so I couldn't give you my best wishes in time."

Mu En said with some embarrassment: "In the future, tell me if you have something to do. As long as I can do it, I will definitely do it."

Hyuga Qiuyue heard the words, looked at Mu En with clear eyes, and said with some excitement: "Captain Mu En, I have no other requirements. I hope that the 'Mutual Aid Association' can develop better and better, and can change the status quo of the Hyuga Clan as soon as possible. Tradition has already weighed me down so much that I can't breathe, why our fate of splitting up has been doomed from the moment we were born, I don't accept it."

I still remember that when Hinata Akizuki first joined Mu En's team, he was still a young man who was proud of Hinata, and even challenged Inuzuka Shida many times for the glory of the so-called big family.

Unexpectedly, over the years, there will be such a big change, and there is even a little hatred for the family in his words.

Hinata Akizuki, who just had a son and became a father, should have been the happiest time in his life.Thinking of this, Mu En immediately reacted, her eyes became sharper than ever before, she looked at Rixiang Qiuyue, and said, "What happened?"

Without waiting for Hinata Qiuyue to answer, Mu En continued, "Is it because of the child?"

Hyuga Qiuyue said with grief and indignation on her face, "That's right, my son has already been engraved with the 'caged bird' spell."

"I always thought that the inscription of the curse seal would be a little later, but I didn't expect it to be done right after birth."

Mu En's face also became a little ugly, and said: "Can't we wait until the child grows up to confirm the talent level? How many talented children will be buried like this if the curse is engraved like this."

Mu En can be regarded as understanding why the Uchiha clan can evolve a kaleidoscope, but the white eyes of the Hyuga clan have never heard of the reason why anyone can evolve a Tenseigan.

Leaving aside other possible reasons, the curse of the "bird in a cage" that destroyed a large number of talented children must be one of the main reasons.

"Although I know that the 'caged bird' did guarantee the inheritance of the Hyuga clan during the war-torn era, I still refuse to accept it."

Hyuga Akizuki went on to say: "Aren't the Uchiha clan afraid of being robbed of their eyes by the enemy? Why don't they have the so-called curse marks? Didn't they also survive the war?"

In Mu En's view, the biggest function of the "bird in a cage" curse seal is to maintain the ruling structure of the entire family and forcibly ensure the unity of the entire family.This can guarantee the combat effectiveness of the entire family to the greatest extent during the war years.

Relatively speaking, the so-called prevention of "white eyes" outflow is only a side effect.

The reason why the Uchiha clan does not have similar methods is also easy to deduce.

First of all, it is certain that the Uchiha clan does not have methods such as "birds in cages". Of course, it is not because the Uchiha clan is stupid and cannot develop corresponding secret methods.

This is mostly related to the eternal kaleidoscope. Just imagine, a certain Uchiha finally had the opportunity to obtain the eternal kaleidoscope, but when he dug out the eyes of his relatives, the eyes were damaged due to the curse mark.This is unacceptable for Uchiha, who pursues the supremacy of power.

What's more, after using similar methods, it may limit the power of Sharingan, which is even more unacceptable.

"Under the blessing of the 'caged bird' seal, to change the traditions of the Hyuga clan, it seems that only the clan family can take the initiative to change this method."

Mu En understands that under the influence of the "bird in a cage", the entire Hyuga clan is an internal kingdom, and no one can change it.

Seeing Qiuyue's confused expression, and her whole spirit seemed to have collapsed, Mu En continued, "Of course there are other ways."

"What way?" Hinata Akizuki asked hastily.

"That is to break the 'caged bird' curse mark by relying on external force."

Hearing Mu En's words, Hinata Akizuki's eyes that had just lit up dimmed again in an instant, and said, "It's impossible, Mu En. Once the 'caged bird' curse is engraved, it cannot be cracked. As long as you try to crack it, the final result will be impossible." It destroys the eyes and kills people."

"Trust me, Qiuyue. There is no invincible ninjutsu, and there will be no unsolvable curse seal." Mu En looked at Hyuga Qiuyue, who was a little depressed, with a calm and confident tone.

Facing Mu En's confident eyes, Hinata Qiuyue infected him, and made him inexplicably more confident. He tore off the forehead protector and said, "Then take a look at my curse mark first."

The curse mark on Hinata Qiuyue's forehead appeared in front of Mu En's eyes, with a cyan cross mark in the middle, and two hook patterns in opposite directions on both sides of the mark.

Mu En injected a trace of his chakra into Hyuga Qiuyue's body, and said, "Qiuyue, open your eyes and see."

When Hyuga Akizuki heard the words, she condensed Chakra in her eyes, and said softly, "White eyes, open!"

I saw the meridians protruding from the upper cheeks and behind the corners of the eyes, but they looked like they were rolling their eyes.Mu En also experienced the process of opening her eyes through the operation of her chakra.

Mu En closed her eyes, and concentrated on sensing the white eyes and the movement of the "caged bird" spell imprinted on Hyuga Qiuyue's forehead. Sometimes her brows were furrowed, and sometimes she showed an expression of sudden realization.

Until the sky gradually began to brighten, and Hyuga Akizuki was already sweating on his forehead, and he was about to be unable to hold on. After all, opening the white eyes was also a very exhausting thing for Chakra, and Mu En finally opened his eyes.

Hyuga Qiuyue looked at Mu En with expectant eyes, and said weakly: "How is it, Captain Mu En?"

Mu En didn't speak, but used her "spiritual hand", and before Hinata Qiuyue could react, she had already pulled out her spirit body.

Sure enough, on Hinata Qiuyue's spiritual body, the curse mark of "bird in a cage" still existed.

By this time, Mu En probably already knew the reason why the "bird in a cage" could not be deciphered.

After Mu En's observation, although it is difficult to decipher the "bird in a cage", it is not impossible.But why do all attempts to decipher the "caged bird" end up destroying eyesight and killing people?
That's because there are actually two curse marks of "bird in a cage".They are respectively located on the physical body and the spiritual body, one light and one dark, independent of each other, but also related to each other.

(End of this chapter)