In the original story, Sasuke wasn't killed, but killing him now actually gives so many points. If I were to kill them all... wouldn't that... These points are making Hinata very tempted; she even wants to go on a killing spree. I don't see anything wrong with the Demonic Path anyway—at least the Underworld is quite lively.
Early the next morning, Hinata was called by Hiashi for a meeting.
Hyuga Hiashi was dressed in formal Clan Chief attire, sitting upright in the main seat with a solemn expression.
Hinata sat slightly to his side in a lower position, wearing a set of simple and elegant Casual Clothes. Her posture was calm, and the air was filled with a faint scent of incense and an almost imperceptible tension.
Footsteps approached from afar, steady and powerful. An attendant announced respectfully from the corridor, "Hokage-sama has arrived."
The figure of Sandaime Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi appeared at the door. He wasn't wearing his Hokage robes today, but was instead in dark brown civilian clothes.
"Clan Chief Hiashi, Hinata, sorry for the intrusion," the Sandaime said with a slight nod.
"It is an honor for the Hyuga Clan to have Hokage-sama visit in person. Please, take the seat of honor," Hiashi said, stepping aside to lead the way with impeccable etiquette.
The three of them sat down in their respective host and guest positions. After the attendant silently served tea and snacks, they quietly withdrew and closed the sliding doors, leaving only the faint sound of wind and flowing water from the courtyard.
The Sandaime picked up his teacup and gently blew on the tea leaves, but he didn't drink immediately. His gaze slowly swept across the faces of Hiashi and Hinata, finally landing on Hinata and lingering for a moment.
"You must already know about what happened last night," the Sandaime said, getting straight to the point with a heavy tone.
"Konoha has suffered a great loss. Utatane Advisor has unfortunately met with disaster. The culprit was arrogant enough to infiltrate the core area and commit murder; this is a serious provocation to Konoha's authority."
Hiashi said in a deep voice, "Yes, this matter is unheard of. The entire Hyuga Clan shares this shock and indignation. If there is anywhere Hokage-sama needs our clan's service, please state it clearly. The clan has already strengthened its defenses and mobilized personnel to await the Village's orders."
"Clan Chief Hiashi is truly reasonable; I am grateful," the Sandaime nodded, but then shifted the topic slightly.
The Sandaime's gaze focused on Hinata, filled with expectation.
"Hinata, I know you have always been steady, and your strength far exceeds those of your age. Now that the Village faces such a crisis, I have a matter I would like to hear your opinion on, and perhaps I will need to borrow your strength."
Hinata looked up and calmly met the Sandaime's gaze. As expected, Hiashi had already gone to a meeting last night, and now the Sandaime had come specifically to tell her.
"Please speak, Hokage-sama."
The Sandaime put down his teacup and leaned forward slightly, his voice lowering, making it sound even more solemn.
"Uchiha Sasuke's actions are erratic, and he seems to know the Village's defenses like the back of his hand. Conventional pursuit and prevention are unlikely to be effective and would only lead us to be led by the nose, wasting energy and increasing panic. We need a more flexible way to respond."
He paused for a moment, seemingly weighing his words.
"I hope to rely on the eyes of the Hyuga Clan, and at the same time, I need a hand that can stabilize the situation at a critical moment, and even... restore order."
This was said very subtly, but the meaning was clear: he wanted Hinata to be that 'observer' and potential 'intervener,' monitoring the situation from the shadows and taking action when necessary.
Hiashi's brow furrowed. As a father, he instinctively felt uneasy about Hinata being drawn into such a dangerous whirlpool.
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