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Chapter 250 - Naruto: The Otsutsuki-Chapter 250: Reversal Victory

The Root members who infiltrated the Hyuga clan all wore gas masks!

They weren't fools. Hinata's strength was well-known by now, and they had no intention of engaging her in a head-on fight. Instead, they relied on a secret weapon provided by Aburame Ryoma—Parasite Malice Bugs.

These were nano-scale poisonous insects that neither the Sharingan nor the Byakugan could detect. They could enter a person's body through breathing, take over their nervous system, and kill silently and effectively.

Aburame Ryoma, born with chakra different from other members of his clan, was the only one in the Aburame family capable of breeding these deadly bugs. However, such fearsome insects came with a major weakness—they could only be stored in specially-sealed containers. Once exposed to the outside air, they could only survive for 30 seconds. This limitation capped Ryoma's ability to use them for large-scale operations.

Cautious by nature, Ryoma rarely acted personally. For this operation targeting Hinata, he sent his subordinates to infiltrate Konoha while he remained far away in his lair, awaiting news.

Once inside, guided by intelligence provided by two advisors, the Root members quickly located and surrounded Hiashi Hyuga's residence. They stealthily approached Hinata's room.

One of the Root members crouched down, took out a black container, removed the sealing tag on it, and gently slid the door open just a crack. Then, he lifted the lid of the container.

Invisible to the naked eye, the nano-scale poisonous bugs dispersed into the air, spreading both inside and outside the room.

When the timing seemed right, the Root members burst into the room—only to find it completely empty. Hinata was nowhere to be seen!

"She's not here?!"

"Who's there?!"

The commotion alerted someone in the corridor. Footsteps approached—it was Natsu Hyuga, a branch family member and Hinata's loyal servant, who hadn't attended tonight's celebration. But as soon as he got close, his eyes lost focus.

The bugs had already taken control of his brain.

A voice, cold and emotionless, came from behind a gas mask, "Where is Hinata Hyuga?"

Natsu, his gaze vacant, replied truthfully, "I don't know. But she was here about ten minutes ago. She probably snuck out for a walk. After all, the young lady is rarely allowed outside."

"Ten minutes? She couldn't have gone far," the lead Root member mused darkly. "Then use your Byakugan to locate her for us!"

Under Natsu's Byakugan-guided search, the fully armed Root squad quickly found Hinata in the Hyuga clan's wide training grounds. She wasn't alone—by her side were Akamaru and Afei. However, Shiraimu was nowhere to be seen, though the foul stench emanating from Afei's body seemed to hint at something.

Hinata looked at Natsu, who had been taken hostage. She realized that what Naruto had feared had finally come to pass—her own kin were being used against her. The pain in her heart was indescribable, but she had no choice but to face the situation head-on.

"Who are those two by her side? Why weren't they mentioned in the intel?" The lead Root member frowned at Akamaru and Afei standing beside Hinata.

After a moment's hesitation, his eyes glinted coldly. "No matter. According to the intel, she's a timid person."

He pressed a kunai against Natsu's neck and threatened, "Hinata Hyuga, if you don't want your servant to die, don't make any sudden moves!"

Stay calm. In situations like this, staying calm is key.

Hinata, who had faced her fair share of battles, stood still. She activated her Byakugan to assess Natsu's condition. The chakra in his brain was abnormal, but it didn't resemble the usual signs of genjutsu. Something invisible was at work.

Nano-scale poisonous bugs. The Byakugan couldn't see them—but the Tenseigan could.

Sizzle!

The veins around her temples receded, replaced by a golden glow swirling in her pupils.

Tenseigan Observation Mode!

She saw them—clearly. The tiny, parasitic bugs infesting Natsu's brain.

"How cruel…!"

She clenched her fists in anger.

"Don't move!" the lead Root ninja barked.

Slash! He pressed the kunai deeper, slicing a thin line across Natsu's neck. Blood immediately began to flow.

Hinata dared not act rashly.

The lead ninja signaled to his team. Four Root members moved to the corners of the area and began forming hand signs.

Barrier Style: Four Violet Flames Formation!

A purple barrier rose, sealing off the area on all sides.

The lead ninja, confident in his victory, sneered, "Hinata Hyuga, your Byakugan seems special. I've heard even Uchiha Sasuke wasn't your match. But no matter how powerful you are, standing on the wrong side will only lead to disaster. After tonight, Tsunade's era will end. You'd best behave and become a puppet for the Root!"

Clink! Clink! Clink!

The Root members opened the seals on their containers, releasing the deadly bugs into the enclosed barrier. The poisonous insects spread rapidly.

Hinata's Tenseigan could see the range of the bugs clearly.

"Retreat!" she called out, quickly moving back. Akamaru and Afei followed suit.

"Her eyes… can see the bugs?" The lead ninja was momentarily stunned but quickly regained his composure. "No matter. In this sealed barrier, there's nowhere to run. Submission is your only option!"

As the bugs closed in, Hinata's expression grew tense. "Should I use Silver Wheel Reincarnation Explosion to destroy the barrier outright? But if I do, Natsu will get caught in the blast too! Yet if I don't… Akamaru and Afei will…"

Caught in a dilemma, Hinata suddenly noticed something peculiar.

The chakra of the bugs was fading rapidly. Could it be…?

Approaching the edge of the barrier, Hinata paused. Golden chakra ignited, enveloping her entire body.

Tenseigan Chakra Mode!

"If my guess is correct, this might work!"

The Truth-Seeking Orbs created by her Tenseigan began to spin, expanding into spherical black shields that blocked the poisonous bugs.

Secret Technique: Reincarnation Shield Method!

Months ago, during the climax of her battle with Sasuke, Hinata had nearly lost her life to an attack from Mōga Berai. Since then, she had worked tirelessly to address the defensive shortcomings of her Tenseigan.

Some might scoff, "Isn't using Truth-Seeking Orbs as shields basic technique?"

But it was important to note that the Truth-Seeking Orbs created by the Tenseigan were derivative, not the original ones formed under Six Paths Sage Techniques. Their capabilities were inferior in many ways. Sustaining such a form for an extended period was no easy feat.

Hinata had already deduced that the bugs could only survive briefly in the air. She maintained the Reincarnation Shield Method to its limit, and after several dozen seconds, she released it.

The bugs were all dead. The three of them were unharmed.

The unexpected turn of events left the Root members dumbfounded. "How… how is this possible?!"

While they stood frozen in shock, Hinata extended her hand.

Tenseigan: Gravitational Pull!

Whoosh!

Natsu was pulled toward her through the air.

Whoosh! A golden orb formed in Hinata's palm. With a soft sound, she pressed it into Natsu's chest.

Tenseigan: Spirit Sphere!

The Spirit Sphere eradicated the bugs in Natsu's brain.

Regaining his senses, Natsu collapsed weakly to the ground. "Forgive me, Lady Hinata. I've caused you trouble…"

Hinata deactivated her Tenseigan Chakra Mode and helped him up. "Don't say that. It's my fault for dragging you into this. Rest now."

Rustle, rustle, rustle!

It seemed the tide had turned. It was time to test some new techniques.

Afei tilted its head, thick golden broth oozing from the seams in its body.

"Hehehe, I can't wait. I've got some fun new abilities to try~!"

Akamaru grinned, his right eye—Uchiha Izumi's reborn Mangekyo Sharingan—flaring with a dazzling light.

"Yatsunokami!"

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