Chapter 474 Initiation

"Speaking of which, after I left, do you know how Konoha's Hyuga Clan ensured the internal stability of the family?"

Arriving at a secluded corner of the guild hall, before Neci could ask anything, Ayane took the initiative to throw out a question for Neji to think about.

Looking at Ayane who was facing him, Neji stared at him twice, and then slowly replied: "Sorry, I haven't thought much about this kind of thing. Besides, I don't think it has much to do with you, the traitor of the separation."

Ningci's words were very blunt.

He knew that at this time, he couldn't follow the other party's way of thinking.

This is obviously trying to induce him, and then let him fall into a thinking trap.

"That's right. After all, I have been away from that place for more than ten years. Although I regretted that I didn't take more people with me when I left. But even so, the people in the clan hate me deeply. And this hatred and fear, when they cannot be fully vented, will only be transferred to the other innocent members of the family. The absolute rule of the clan."

Although Ayane was smiling, her eyes didn't have the slightest smile, instead they were full of sarcasm and sarcasm.

Ayane's words made Ning Ci slightly silent.

The gap between Zongjia and Ayane, because the age is a bit long, so he is not clear, only knows some generalities. He has limited understanding of the extent to which the older generation of clans hate the traitor who split the clan in front of him.

But what Ayane said is not without reason.

The closest thing to now is the end of the Third Ninja World War. The Yunyin Mission went to Konoha to sign an armistice agreement. The killing of the Yunyin Mission that took this opportunity caused panic among the Hyuga Clan at that time.

This incident is still fresh in Ning Ci's memory, and it left an extremely deep impression on him when he was a child.

Since then, the already tense relationship between the main family and the branch family has become more depressing, and the two sides seem to be engaged in a silent cold war.

"It seems that Senior Rizai doesn't usually reveal too much to you."

Seeing Neji's innocent expression, Ayane knew what Neji was thinking.

"Father, he really rarely talks to me about these things. More often, he just cares about whether I have friends outside, and he also asks about cultivation matters."

Ningci told the truth, a soft color flashed in his eyes.

"So, have you understood the real reason why Senior Rishi couldn't watch your game in person?"

Ayane asked with a smile.

Ning Ci frowned.

I feel strange about Ayane's questions.

At first, he thought that Ayane came to him because he wanted to win him into the group and develop into a spy-like existence, providing her with internal news of the Hyuga clan.

But the questions Ayane is asking right now are more like assessing him than trying to win him over.

"I don't know what you're talking about. Father can't come because there are other arrangements at home."

Ning Ci felt uneasy for some reason.

I seem to have overlooked something extremely important.

"It's really pitiful, and it's another silly trick of the Zong family. However, if you continue to be naive, you will be regarded as an outcast by them sooner or later. Why don't you join me, I can help you solve the problem of the caged bird, and with your talent, you can go further on the road of white eyes."

Ayane put down all her pretense before and extended an invitation to Neji.

"This is what you really want to express."

Ningci suddenly became vigilant.

"Don't be so defensive against me. I can understand your unwillingness and helplessness as a branch family, because I have experienced the same thing you have experienced. When I left Konoha, I didn't have enough ability to liberate the entire branch family and counterattack the main family. But now relying on the strong national power of the ghost kingdom, I hope to be able to finish the unfinished business. As a genius of the branch family, I don't want your talents to be bound by the curse."

"Sorry, sorry I can't agree."

Even though Neji was moved by Ayane's condition, he still uttered words of rejection.

Ayane was not annoyed by Neji's answer, but said in a regretful tone: "Well, I respect your choice, my conditions will always be valid, and the gate of the ghost country will be open to you at any time. But, to be honest, I still hope that you can see the current situation of the branch family in Hyuga with your own eyes... Now the Hyuga clan of Konoha is just a group of peddlers who still insist on tradition and continue to maintain their last dignity as a remnant of the old era."

When the chains that bind nature are assigned keys.

Then, it is only a matter of time before these chains are opened.

Relying on Konoha's strength, the Zong family was able to survive until now, barely maintaining their last bit of face.

But the bond of trust with the branch family has become fragile after countless years of passing away, and it will be broken at the touch of a touch.

And her defection was just the last straw that overwhelmed the clan's rule.

What really crushed the main family was the resentment and dissatisfaction accumulated by the branch families over the countless years.

"and"

The expression on Ayane's face was half a smile, and she said, "I'm curious, how far can you get in this exam with just your half-eyed eyes?"

"What's the meaning?"

It was obvious that Ayane underestimated herself, and Neji's dissatisfaction was already written on her face.

Although his white eyes are indeed incomplete because of the bird in the cage, but his talent, even in today's clan, no one can match. Ayane's belittling and questioning made him feel insulted to his abilities.

"Oh, you don't think you are a genius because you have surpassed the decadent clan, do you? Then, your reputation as a genius is really cheap. If you indulge in this false genius delusion, I regret inviting you."

Ayane accidentally sneered, as if she saw something extremely amusing.

For some unknown reason, Ning Ci felt the anger in his heart suddenly aroused.

"If you can pass this qualifier, then I congratulate you. In the official game, you will see what true despair is."

Ayane was still smiling.

"Real despair?"

Ayane looked at the time and felt that it was about the same, so she said: "Aya Chiba, that is the child I cultivated, and he will become your opponent in the official competition. The premise is that you pass the preliminary round. Then please struggle hard... Anyway, you can't beat that child. Maybe it would be better if you lost the preliminary round, at least you don't have to experience the despair that child gave you."

As she spoke, without waiting for Ning Ci to reply, Ayane turned around and planned to leave here.

Ning Ci fixed his eyes on Ayane's back, clenched his fists tightly, his teeth creaked, and his voice was extremely penetrating.

"I will let you see my strength, and by the way let you know what happens when you underestimate me."

He didn't know if Ayane, who had gone away, heard this sentence, but Neji secretly vowed in his heart that he would defeat the ninja of the demon country named Chiba Aya, and make Ayane regret underestimating his strength.

At one o'clock in the afternoon, the second half of the qualifiers officially started.

Ning Ci took heavy steps, arrived late, and returned to the observation deck where everyone was.

"Ningji, you are late. Why did you take so long to come back?"

Xiao Li from the same team said to Neji who was a minute late.

At the same time, he was a little curious about what Ning Ci was doing. In his impression, Ning Ci had always been a very punctual person, and he had never been late or left early.

Ning Ci shook his head, and said calmly: "I'm sorry, after visiting Hinatsama, I felt a little uncomfortable in my stomach. When I went to see Tiantian, you seemed to have left, so you came a little late. Speaking of which, where is the game now?"

Xiao Li did not doubt that he was there, and answered: "Well, now the eighth competition has just started, and it is the Temari of Yinyin Village against the Ninja Hammer of Yinyin Village. At present, it is the Temari of Sandyin Village who has the upper hand, and the vocal ninjutsu of the Yinyin Village is unfortunately restrained by the other party's Feng Dun."

Ning Ci watched the movement on the stage and nodded slightly.

But his mind was no longer on the stage, but his gaze was on the opposite auditorium.

Has that woman not come back yet? Seeing that there was no figure of Ayane in the auditorium opposite, Ning Ci frowned slightly.

Immediately, he thought of what Ayane said to him just now, which made him feel a little uncomfortable until now.

If he hadn't been calm enough, he would have already shown something strange at this time, and someone would have noticed it.

In any case, outsiders are not allowed to intervene in the affairs of the Hyuga clan, and they can only be resolved by themselves.

Although Neji wants to confirm some things now, in the current situation, he has no room for manipulation at all.

Just when Neji started to lose his mind, the battle on the stage gradually came to an end.

"ah!"

Accompanied by the sound of screams, a figure, like a kite with a broken string, hit the bottom wall of the auditorium.

It didn't stop until a crack was hit on the wall, and it rolled down to the ground like a broken toy.

"What, isn't this something that can be done easily?"

Closed the opened fan again, propped it up on the floor in a chic and freehand way, condescendingly looked down at the girl from Otogakure who was blown away by him, Shinobuko Tsuchi, with a disdainful smile on Temari's face.

Qin, who was blown away by her, had already been knocked unconscious off the stage by her blow, so it was naturally impossible for her to criticize her arrogant behavior.

The stone slabs of the stage are full of similar traces of being ravaged by beast minions.

That is the trace left after a large area of wind blade has swept through.

Obviously, following the morning qualifiers, the first match of the afternoon qualifiers ended with Temari as the winner.

The opponent was attacked by Feng Dun neatly and quickly when his ninjutsu was restrained, and he was quickly defeated.

The speed of defeat was a bit beyond everyone's imagination.

"Just like me, I can use Wind Escape, but the power is much stronger than mine."

Naruto looked serious when he saw the traces on the stage after being ravaged by the storm.

Although he has learned how to use wind attribute chakra under Kakashi's teaching, he can even use some basic wind escape ninjutsu. But obviously, if he wants to achieve Temari's level, he still can't reach such a high level.

"After all, it is the escape technique that many sand hermit ninjas major in. In the field of wind escape, sand hidden village is indeed unique."

Kakashi nodded.

Dunjutsu is a common ninjutsu that many ninjas always have. It can be said to be a very common move.

According to the different ninja fighting styles of each country, there will be more or less differences in escape techniques.

For example, the ninjas in Shayin Village major in wind escape, most of Konoha's ninjas are proficient in fire escape, Yanyin is earth escape, good at transforming terrain, and is good at team battles, Yunyin is thunder escape, and Wuyin is water escape... These are all very remarkable characteristics.

As the daughter of Kazekage, Temari has received elite education since she was a child. It is normal for her to master such a powerful Fudun at this age.

It can only be said that Yinyin Village's Genin still has many shortcomings in terms of strength.

"So, which one will play next?"

Naruto looked at the electronic screen excitedly, showing a very expectant expression.

After all, after such a long time, there are only 12 people left who have not yet arranged to fight. It must be his turn to appear soon.

Among Naruto's expectant expression, the list of finalists on the electronic screen also appeared in due course.

Shiro (fog) VS Haruno Sakura (Konoha)

"Damn it, why isn't it me? After all, is there really no problem with this machine?"

Seeing that it was not his turn to play, Naruto also became a little upset, so much so that he even began to question the function of the machine that selected the opponent to fight.

"Don't think too much, there are not a few battles left anyway, be patient."

Kakashi comforted Naruto, then turned to look at Sakura, and said, "Then, it's your turn now, Sakura, we will cheer for you up there."

"Yes, Mr. Kakashi, then I will pass."

Sakura took a deep breath, adjusted her nervousness, and walked slowly towards the stage under the encouraging eyes of Sasuke and Naruto.

On the other side, Shinobu Kirigakure, named Shiro, glanced sideways at Sakura, and quietly walked down the stairs to the observation deck with Zabuzhan's acquiescence.

Standing still on the stage, Sakura looked at Kirigakure Shinobi who appeared in front of her. She was about two or three years older than herself, with a fair face and long black hair.

However, Sakura, who was concentrating, still judged that the other party was a man based on the not-so-obvious Adam's apple.

It's just that white jade-like smooth skin, even as a girl, she is a little jealous.

This guy's skin care is really good, right?

"Please give me more advice."

Looking at Sakura's vigilant gaze, Shiro just smiled slightly, giving off a gentle and intimacy, without the slightest murderous intent all over his body.

"Uh... please give me more advice."

Seeing the other party greeted, Sakura had no choice but to salute back.

Judging from the attitude of the other party, he should have a very good personality.

In addition to this lack of momentum, Sakura had the illusion that the other party was actually very weak.

"Game start."

Onijima Shinobu didn't say much nonsense, and after the two of them took a stance, they directly announced the start of the battle.

Sakura quickly took out Kunai from the ninja bag, gathered chakra on one side of her feet, accelerated her body suddenly, and rushed towards Shiro who was still indifferent.

Until she rushed in front of Shiro, the other party was still indifferent, as if she was frightened by her attack. Instinctively, Sakura sensed something was wrong.

A ninja who can reach this point is absolutely impossible to be mediocre.

What's more, she is not a ninja who specializes in body arts. Even if she uses Chakra to increase her speed, she cannot be so fast that her opponent cannot react.

So, there must be something wrong here.

Sure enough, the next moment, Sakura felt the scene in front of her in a trance, and Shiro suddenly disappeared from her eyes.

Sakura's heart skipped a beat, and she subconsciously turned around and waved Kunai.

Snapped!

Sakura screamed in pain, the kunai in her hand flew out uncontrollably, and her body also began to fly upside down.

The icy and biting breath made her shiver as if she was facing the cold winter.

At the same time, finely broken ice flowers danced in front of Sakura's eyes, shining pale and clear luster.

"ice?"

Sakura's pupils widened, as if seeing something unbelievable, showing an unbelievable expression.

How could there be ice in this midsummer season?

"Sorry. I didn't want to hurt you, so let me end this fight early."

The voice came from behind. Sakura had just adjusted her body on the ground, and turned her head stiffly, only to see a huge ice mirror, which appeared behind her at some point, and a figure quickly peeled off from it, and rushed towards her.

Afterwards, before Sakura could resist the opponent's moves, her eyes went dark, and her body fell down uncontrollably.

Shiro stood next to Sakura, glanced at her, then looked at Shinobu Onijima and said, "Master Examiner, can you judge that I have won?"

"Winner, White."

Onijima Shinobu simply announced the winner.

He could tell that this was a contest of serious unequal strength.

Whether it is the timing or the strength of his attack, Bai is just right, without any waste.

Perfectly controlled the rhythm of the battle in his own hands.

In this way, two of the three genin from Wuyin Village entered the official competition.

"What's the matter with that guy? He defeated Sakura in one fell swoop. And why is there such a large piece of ice on the field?"

Sakura lost the battle so neatly, the most unacceptable is Naruto.

He pointed to the rapidly melting ice mirror on the stage, showing a questioning look.

"That's Ice Dun."

Even though Kakashi is well-informed, he is a little uncertain right now.

Although he had encountered ninjas who used ice escape when performing missions in the Snow Country in the past, it was a secret technique that could only be released based on the unique weather and environment of the Snow Country. In essence, it is a derivation of the water escape ninjutsu, only benefiting from the geography and weather of the snow country, it was transformed into ice escape.

The ice escape ninjutsu used by Bai is obviously different.

Create ice without relying on the environment and weather... That is not an ice escape that can be learned by using special conditions, but relying on one's own ability.

That is, the bloodline, the blood inheritance limit.

"Ice escape? Is there such an escape technique?"

Naruto was startled.

In his cognition, the escape technique should be divided into five types: fire escape, thunder escape, wind escape, water escape, and earth escape. Among these five basic escape techniques, ice escape has no place at all.

"That is an escape technique that is a fusion of two different attributes. It is commonly known as the blood succession limit. Even my Sharingan cannot imitate it."

Sasuke on the side explained, the opened Shulunyan was full of solemnity.

"Thank you Sasuke for being able to react."

Kakashi judged this based on his many years of experience, but Sasuke noticed the fusion of the two chakra attributes based on the moment Shiro used the ice escape, and judged Shiro's blood successor limit principle.

"It just happened to be able to see clearly."

Sasuke shook his head.

Seeing clearly does not mean seeing through, and because Sakura failed too quickly, it is unknown what kind of ability the opponent has and what level Bing Dun has cultivated to.

"Even if I go up, I may not be 100% sure that I can win. Sakura is not wronged to lose."

Sasuke commented on this sentence at the end.

As a medical ninja, Sakura's medical ninjutsu ability is worthy of recognition.

It is quite normal for Sasuke to lack strength. What's more, what's more, the ninja who has the limit of blood inheritance is still encountered, and there is no possibility of winning at all.

In the second half of the qualifiers, the first two rounds ended quickly.

Soon, the list of contestants for the tenth round was quickly exposed and displayed on the electronic screen so that everyone could see clearly.

Hinata Ningji (Konoha) VS Kankuro (Sand Hidden)

"Ningji, it's your turn, don't lose, I really want to have a serious fight with you."

Xiao Li patted Ning Ci on the shoulder. While encouraging Ning Ci, he also did not forget to express his fanatical fighting spirit towards Ning Ci.

Ning Ci hummed, and didn't care about Xiao Li's fanatical fighting spirit against him.

What Ayane said before made me a little uneasy at this moment, but now it's my turn to play, so I can only temporarily suppress my inner irritability and focus on the next game.

After Ning Ci walked onto the stage, he inadvertently glanced at a certain position on the observation deck.

A ninja of the Oni Nation was standing there, and he also cast his eyes on him.

Chiba color.

"What's wrong?"

Asuka seemed to notice that Cai's expression was strange, and asked.

"It's nothing, I just feel that Konoha Shinobi named Neji seems to have deep hostility towards me for some reason... However, it may be an illusion, I don't remember ever offending him."

Cai tilted her head, but didn't take it seriously.

Although he also has white eyes, strictly speaking, he is not exactly a member of the Hyuga clan.

Besides, he really doesn't remember any conflicts between himself and Neji before.

In the past, I have never had any contact with Konoha's Hyuga clan.

What an inexplicable hostility. Cai muttered in his heart.

On the other side, Kankuro stepped onto the field and stood firm in front of Neji.

Although before coming down, Temari told him to be merciful to Konoha's people and not to make the relationship between the two villages too rigid, but seeing Neji's somewhat cold face and the extremely terrifying aura agitating all over his body, with no flaws to be found, Kankuro didn't think it would be a good choice for him to be merciful.

This kind of scary guy, if he is not careful, he may be out of the game, so he must fight with all his attention.

(end of this chapter)