Chp-90: A Scientifically Guided Sustainable Development Path for the Hyuga Clan

In the Konoha camp, Orochimaru's eyes were fixed on Hyuga Satoru, shining with admiration.

"Satoru-kun, it seems I've underestimated you. I never imagined you had such expertise in medical techniques."

Over the past few days, it seemed Tsunade had completely overcome her hemophobia. She not only began treating the wounded personally but even requested to join the frontline battles. Orochimaru could still remember her bold words.

"After being held back for so long, I can finally show my true strength. Orochimaru, if you dare to stop me from going to the battlefield, I'll deal with you first."

Having been comrades for so long, Orochimaru knew that this was when Tsunade was at her strongest. The previous repression had now turned into a powerful drive to excel in battle, eager to announce to the world: I am back!

This was why Orochimaru was so shocked to see Hyuga Satoru.

"I still can't figure out how you managed to cure Tsunade's hemophobia, Satoru-kun. The stubbornness of hemophobia is something I've known for a long time. Even I tried various methods to treat it early on but to no avail."

"Orochimaru, you shouldn't limit your vision to the physical body. The power of the mind is actually a direction worth developing more," Hyuga Satoru replied, looking deeply at Orochimaru with an air of mystery.

"Body? Mind?" Orochimaru stared at Satoru in confusion.

"I can only say this much. Those who understand, will understand. The rest depends on your insight," Hyuga Satoru said, giving him a white-eyed look before leaving the tent.

At this moment, Orochimaru was deeply engrossed in his research on the physical body but neglected the soul. Since Orochimaru no longer posed a threat to him, Hyuga Satoru didn't mind offering some guidance. After all, Orochimaru had helped significantly when he broke free from the Caged Bird Seal. Whether Orochimaru could grasp the hint was up to him.

Watching Satoru's departing figure, Orochimaru fell into deep thought.

...

Returning to his tent, Hyuga Satoru had not rested long before he heard a knock at the door. Who could it be at this hour?

Curious, Hyuga Satoru thought perhaps it was Uchiha Rin who knew I was lonely and came over.

With that thought, he opened the door to see three unfamiliar faces. Unfamiliar, but not entirely. At least, he was very familiar with those white eyes.

Fellow clan members. Three ninjas from the Hyuga clan.

"What is it?" Hyuga Satoru asked bluntly.

The leader hesitated before introducing himself, "Let me introduce myself first. I'm Hyuga Kazen, a member of the main family."

"Oh," Hyuga Satoru responded casually.

Hyuga Kazen was displeased with Satoru's indifferent response, his face showing a hint of annoyance.

"I'm from the main family; you should understand what that means."

"Oh."

Another one-word response.

Hyuga Kazen took a deep breath to suppress his anger and continued, "I know you're a genius of the Hyuga clan, but you must understand that everything you have now is given by the main family."

"Oh."

...

Hyuga Kazen felt as though he had punched a cloud of cotton; the words he had prepared were stuck in his throat, and he was unsure how to continue.

Behind him, two branch family guards couldn't stand it anymore and spoke up.

"Satoru, we're all from the branch family. Our primary duty is to protect the main family. Kazen-sama is from the main family. The battlefield is dangerous, and your strength, especially with your magnet release, can guard against Sand Ninja attacks. So, we're here to ask you to protect him."

"You're asking me to protect him?" Hyuga Satoru interrupted, raising an eyebrow.

"Yes..."

Seeing Hyuga Satoru's direct question, the branch family guard continued, "Your medical skills are also remarkable. Recently, it's been said that you cured Tsunade-sama. With you protecting Kazen-sama, we'll be safe."

Heh...

Hyuga Satoru inwardly scoffed. This is so typical of the Hyuga clan. Sending the main family to the battlefield to gain merit while the branch family follows and dies. If the main family member is in any danger, the branch family must perish.

Seeing Hyuga Satoru silent, the branch family member couldn't help but speak again, "Satoru! Protecting the main family is the duty of the branch family. Don't forget that."

"Oh, right, right!"

???

The branch family member was stunned, his face showing a hint of anger.

"Satoru, this is not Kazen-sama's order. It's a direct order from the clan head. Each member of the main family is precious to the clan..."

"Oh, right, right!"

"Satoru! I know you're a genius and have your pride, but you must understand that as a member of the Hyuga clan, you must..."

"Oh, right, right!"

The branch family member was at a loss; the words he had prepared stuck in his throat, and he could only suppress his anger, gritting his teeth.

"Satoru, aren't you afraid of the clan head's punishment?"

"Enough!"

Hyuga Kazen raised his hand, stopping the two angry branch family members. Taking a deep breath to suppress his anger, he glared coldly at Satoru.

"Since you insist, I won't force you. I hope you take care."

As the argument had drawn the attention of many Konoha ninjas from their tents, continuing would only disgrace the main family.

Using the Caged Bird Seal? Hyuga Satoru was under Orochimaru's protection; he didn't want to provoke Orochimaru openly. But dealing with a branch family member in secret would be simple.

Watching Hyuga Kazen and his guards leave, Hyuga Satoru shook his head. The Hyuga clan remained as rotten as ever.

The shackles on his forehead had been unlocked; he naturally wouldn't fear the main family. He knew they wouldn't dare use the Caged Bird Seal openly. Otherwise, Kazen might disappear on a special mission, becoming one of Orochimaru's prized collections.

"It seems after this war, I need to reform the Hyuga clan..."

Hyuga Satoru's eyes flashed with determination. The branch family... was a mark of shame and a burden many Hyuga ninjas wanted to escape. Judging by the guards' behaviour, they were loyal lackeys of the main family.

Perhaps it was time to gather internal information, distinguish the loyalists from the reformists, and prepare for future reforms.

Hyuga Satoru had a plan in mind. His eyes sparkled as if seeing the long-term future.

The main family had to go without question. Afterwards, leading the Hyuga clan to free their minds and establish a guiding policy.

Strengthening the clan with technology and innovation.

Embarking on a scientifically guided Marxist socialist path.