Hinata

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After becoming the Jinchūriki of the Ten Tails, Takuya felt an overwhelming surge of power—one that elevated him to the pinnacle of the Bloodline Limit. The sheer intensity of this newfound strength stunned him. He had anticipated gaining immense power by sealing the Ten Tails, but to have reached the very peak of the Bloodline Limit was far beyond anything he had imagined.

"But... I can't let myself get complacent," Takuya muttered. "The Ōtsutsuki god, who still slumbers, likely surpasses even the Bloodline Limit."

As the initial excitement subsided, Takuya regained his composure. Though his strength could now crush most members of the Ōtsutsuki Clan, he wasn't confident in defeating the so-called Ōtsutsuki god. This being had devoured countless planet fruits, far surpassing the limits of the Bloodline Limit.

Despite the pressure, Takuya remained calm. He had other ways to enhance his power besides sealing tailed beasts. By continuing to develop himself and strengthen his bonds, it was only a matter of time before he transcended the Bloodline Limit.

After gathering his thoughts, Takuya suppressed his aura. In an instant, the pressure around him vanished, and everything returned to peaceful normalcy.

"Hashirama, Madara, why are you kneeling?" Takuya asked as he materialized in front of them with a spatial step.

"What terrifying power..." Madara and Hashirama stood up, awe evident in their eyes. It wasn't fear, but a deep, instinctual recognition of the power that Takuya now held.

"Takuya, just how powerful are you now?" Madara couldn't help but ask.

"Well... I've surpassed the Six Paths. I've attained the peak Bloodline Limit," Takuya replied with a smile.

"What?! Power beyond the Six Paths?" Madara and Hashirama exchanged stunned glances. In their understanding, the Six Paths power was the ceiling. What could lie beyond that?

"In simple terms... I can crush a Six Paths-level opponent as easily as squashing an ant," Takuya said confidently, though not boastfully. After all, in the original story, Kaguya Ōtsutsuki only shared her power with Hamura and Hagoromo and didn't fully grasp its potential. The true extent of Bloodline Limit was far beyond the Six Paths.

Madara and Hashirama smiled wryly. If Six Paths-level fighters were like ants to Takuya, then what were they? Once the strongest of their era, now standing before Takuya, they felt a mix of admiration and melancholy.

"Hashirama, you're still using the body of the Impure World Reincarnation, right? That won't last. Let me help you," Takuya offered. He raised his arm towards Hashirama.

In the blink of an eye, an immense surge of energy enveloped Hashirama's body. Within moments, Hashirama stood resurrected, his body reborn anew.

"Takuya, you...!" Hashirama exclaimed. He had always refrained from asking Takuya for resurrection due to the immense chakra and life force it required. Yet, Takuya had done it effortlessly, like a god.

From a distance, Shukaku, Kurama, and the other tailed beasts observed the scene and rushed over.

"Boss's power now far exceeds that of old man," Kurama remarked.

"Yeah, boss. Since we've lent you our strength, make sure to protect us," Shukaku added.

Takuya chuckled at their remarks and nodded. "Don't worry. With me around, no one will dare to mess with you."

Though he had left some chakra with each tailed beast, none of them knew how to properly use ninjutsu. If a strong Kage-level ninja challenged them, they would be vulnerable. But with Takuya present, they had nothing to fear.

After reassuring the tailed beasts, Takuya gathered them along with Hashirama and Madara. His recent gains had given him tremendous power, and he needed time in another dimension to fully absorb it.

Notifying Tsunade, Takuya activated Kamui. In the next moment, he appeared in a barren, desert-like world.

"Hahahahaha! Takuya, I'll kill you! Let me out! Mother, where are you? Ahhhh!"

As soon as he arrived, Takuya heard frantic babbling. He calmly walked over to find Black Zetsu pinned to the ground by black rods formed from Yin-Yang Release, screaming madly.

"Black Zetsu," Takuya called out.

The voice snapped Black Zetsu out of its frenzy. Its eyes lit up with desperation and hope.

"Takuya! Please, let me out. I was wrong. I swear I won't betray you."

In this desolate world of nothing but yellow sand, Black Zetsu had gone insane. Seeing Takuya was like seeing salvation.

"I'm here to end this," Takuya said coldly. Previously, he had been unable to kill Black Zetsu, but now, he had surpassed those limitations. Leaving it here would have been a punishment worse than death, but he preferred no loose ends.

"You... you want to kill me?" Black Zetsu's initial relief turned into despair. If Takuya could kill him, then his mother—would never be freed.

Without paying attention to Black Zetsu's final thoughts, Takuya erased its existence on a soul-deep level, as effortlessly as crushing an insect.

With that, Takuya began meditating in this empty world—a place where he could fully wield his power without restraint.

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It took Takuya nearly half a year to fully adapt to his immense power. Now, having mastered his abilities, he possessed the power to destroy stars. Destroying a planet had become trivial for him.

"Finally, I'm ready," Takuya said as he opened his eyes.

Though it had taken him six months, Takuya knew it was worth the effort. He didn't want to end up like Kaguya Ōtsutsuki from the original story—possessing great strength but lacking the knowledge to wield it effectively.

After retracting his aura, Takuya stepped forward. Space and time shattered around him as he returned to the shinobi world.

"Snow?" he murmured as he noticed the snowflakes falling over Konoha. Evening had set in, and the village was quiet beneath the snowfall.

Walking down the street, Takuya headed toward the Uchiha Clan compound. As he passed by a small alley, a young girl suddenly dashed out, colliding with him.

"Thud!"

With a soft thump, the girl fell to the ground.

"Oh no! I'm so sorry! Are you okay?" she asked in a panic, bowing repeatedly.

Takuya smiled as he recognized her. It was Hinata Hyūga. What a coincidence.

"I'm fine. What about you? Are you hurt?" Takuya asked gently, helping her up.

"I'm okay," Hinata replied, looking down and nervously fidgeting with the edges of her coat.

"Did something happen? You seem to be in a hurry," Takuya asked curiously.

"It's nothing, really. Please don't worry," Hinata responded quickly, bowing again as she tried to leave.

Just then, a burst of laughter echoed from behind her.

"Hey, white-eyed freak! Where do you think you're going?" one of the thugs taunted. "Didn't bring the money today?"

Hinata trembled. "I-I'll bring it next time," she stammered.

"You think we're stupid? Since you're not taking us seriously, we'll have to rough you up a bit," the leader sneered, reaching out to grab her.

But before he could touch her, the thug was sent flying with a resounding crash.

Everyone froze in shock.

"Who... who are you? Why are you interfering?" one of the thugs stammered, pointing at Takuya.

"Why are you picking on a girl?" Takuya asked calmly.

"Mind your own business! If you don't back off, you'll regret it!" another thug threatened, brandishing a knife.

Takuya sighed. "No matter how things change, there are always scumbags like you."

With that, he dropped his disguise.

Hinata and the thugs gasped in disbelief.

Living in Konoha, how could they not recognize the Hokage?

"L-Lord Hokage?!"

Realizing who he was, the thugs collapsed to their knees, too terrified even to beg for mercy.

Takuya ignored them and summoned two Anbu operatives.

"Lord Hokage!" they greeted, kneeling before him.

"Take these men to the Anbu detention center and interrogate them thoroughly. Ensure they're severely punished," Takuya commanded, his tone icy.

Konoha had become a peaceful place under his rule, where even orphans received support. He had zero tolerance for criminals, no matter their age.

"Yes, sir!" The Anbu members swiftly escorted the thugs away.

"Lord Hokage, why are you here?" Hinata asked timidly.

"If I don't disguise myself, I can't walk through the village without people lining up to greet me," Takuya said with a smile.

"I see. Thank you so much for your help today," Hinata said respectfully, glancing at Takuya shyly.

"By the way, you're from the Hyuga clan, right?" Takuya asked, pretending not to know.

"Yes, I'm Hiashi's daughter, Hinata," she replied softly.

"Hiashi's daughter, Hinata... that's a lovely name," Takuya praised.

"Thank you, Lord Hokage," Hinata said nervously, blushing.

The two fell into a brief silence.

Suddenly, Hinata's stomach growled loudly.

"Ah!" she exclaimed, holding her stomach and turning red with embarrassment.

"Are you hungry?" Takuya asked with a smile. "I haven't had dinner yet. How about we grab a bite together?"

Hinata was stunned. She didn't expect the Hokage to invite her for dinner.

"Lord Hokage, you helped me tonight. Let me treat you to dinner," Hinata offered quickly.

"Then you better have your wallet ready. I have a big appetite," Takuya joked.

Hinata smiled, relieved. A big appetite? Great! Now she wouldn't feel embarrassed about her own.

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