Bolt had a moment of paralysis. While Shikamaru had been talking unimportant things to Ino for a long time in the same room. The aim of the Nara was to study the reactions of Naruto's son, who for the first time had kept awkward silence. Had he finally found a way to pressure him? Could he get that key information out of her that he was hiding? All those questions were answered in the negative, when the young blond Uzumaki began to smile softly. He had only taken a few seconds of deep thought, to reformulate and turn the tables on that situation:
"Damn ..." Bolt whispered, smiling slightly with rage, "now I understand."
What he understood, was that both Ino and Shikamaru wanted to isolate him from reality. Morino's own interrogation technique. This method consisted of making the prisoner believe that certain matters were happening outside the room, when in reality nothing of the kind was happening. It was a classic method for when several members of a band were caught. They were made to believe that the others had betrayed a supposed secret, so that they would be the ones who gave everything away out of rage. Wasn't Shikamaru using these same playing cards? What was happening inside the room had no relation to the outside. It was a matter of not losing perspective. And Boruto decided to strike back with the same theory used by the enemy. Use the alleged information provided by them, to misinform them:
-What are you supposed to understand? Ino asked, sharing the same question with Shikamaru.
-If my Ka-san found Aunt Hanabi injured….-Bolt continued pretending that he was surprised- it means that…. Are my aunt's bodyguards with them? Are they injured? Is my Ka-san hurt?
The barrage of surprise questions confused the interrogators. What was happening? Bolt was not supposed to have an interest in anyone. But now he seemed quite concerned about the health of his aunt. And even more for his mother. Why? What was happening?
"Your mother is fine ..." Ino pointed out barely "Right Shikamaru?" -the Nara nodded slightly- As for Hanabi-sama, they are checking her in the hospital. They came alone. No bodyguards.
"Wretches ..." Bolt growled continuing his role as a frustrated and surprised boy, "I never thought they would also attack his own leader."
-Who is it? –Shikamaru asked anxiously- do you know who attacked the Hyuuga leader?
"Enough of the talk…" Bolt stood up, "enough of this stupidity." I'm out of here.
When the young man came around the table to withdraw from place, Ino was on her way to the door. The woman placed a hand on the Shinobi's chest, stopping her advance with hardly any resistance. Bolt looked up from her pretending to be concerned and looked directly at her. That woman still required a little more answers, beyond spying. Furthermore, she did not know what she could do but she was "gagged" at will. With Shikamaru Nara, Boruto had the same problem. Fortunately for the blonde, he had a method that would work for both of them:
"You're not going anywhere child ..." Shikamaru added, "not until you give me what I need." What is the name of the leader of that secret organization? How are they financed? How many members do they have?
-Don't waste my time ... -he said seriously to both- I'm tired of you. And of everyone who believes they have the right to direct my life. I did what I had to do in the service of Konoha. I do what I have to do, to protect my family. It is much more than what you do for yours.
-What do you mean by that? Ino asked.
-That from now on, the three of us will work together so that Konoha does not have more attacks. Bolt pointed seriously- or rather. They both now work with me from today.
"It's a good joke…" Shikamaru smiled annoyed, "we'll see if Naruto has the same kind of humor."
"I agree," Bolt answered sharply, "and maybe Temari-sama or Uncle Sai, have something to say about it."
-What are you talking about? Ino asked surprised.
-I mean that since they intend to pester my parents about my supposed actions, -the blond continued- I am also going to inform those who correspond, that you two are lovers.
They were both silent. Ino pulled Bolt's hand away and flinched. What was happening? How did you know that they ...?
-That's right ... -he smiled slightly sarcastic- you two talk about morality and treason, but you spend your time fucking behind the backs of your partners. Where is loyalty at this point? Uncle Sai is an understanding man. I'm sure he won't commit any stupid act. But Temari of the arena, is well known for her warlike character. She is an S-class assassin, trained in the village of Sunagakure. Maybe they should get her wills in order. She, or even her brother the Kazekage, will be very angry about this. I'm sure.
That said, he avoided Ino's position to try to get out of there. Shikamaru was paralyzed. Ino felt horror rush up her spine, like an electric shock. But even so, it was the woman who nervously interrupted the young Uzumaki's way out again. That couldn't be happening! I had to stop it somehow!
-Waiting! You can not! You must not tell anyone! She screamed trying to block his exit.
-And why not? Bolt quickly consulted annoyed, your lover here and you, wanted to ruin the happiness of my family by saying stupid things. They wanted to pressure me and hurt my mother by saying horrible things about me. Do you think I should keep this private secret? Just when you were thinking of giving away my things? Do you think I should forgive that they have been following me all over Konoha like a criminal?
"You have no proof of what you say…" Shikamaru accused seriously, trying to remain calm.
"Neither do you, and that wasn't going to stop you from ruining my life," Bolt responded excitedly. "So we have ... adultery, betrayal of the sister of the Hokage's greatest ally." And in your position as advisor to my father Nara-sama, you may have even diverted funds to pay for the missions that put you outside of Konoha with your lover. Payment of hotels, dinners and other issues. And believe me Nara-sama… I'm just using my imagination. When the interrogation division kicks in, both of them are going to "sing" like down the shower. He who kills iron ... iron dies.
Both Ino and Shikamaru were trapped. Bolt seemed to know all about them and their secret relationship. The silence grew heavy and they couldn't understand how everything had turned upside down. How could he discover them? If they thought about it, that could prove that there was a group that watched everything, and that Boruto was part of them. Did he have evidence to show Temari? Did it matter? Following the logic of an investigation. If they searched Shikamaru's mind, they would find all the necessary evidence. What would Temari do when she was betrayed? It would surely be chaos. A diplomatic disaster. What would Gaara do? Even the Sai case, a murderer who knew he belonged to the roots, could take the situation into his own hands. They were both in mortal danger. They both depended on Bolt not saying anything. They were in his hands.
Suddenly Bolt seemed to react calmly. As if he had rethought the situation. He turned around slowly, and turning around the table in the room, he sat back quietly. As if he restarted a negotiation. His smile, however, denoted that he was in control of the situation, and he knew it perfectly:
-Well… -he said barely and stretching out his good arm he invited the others to sit down- perhaps we should have a restorative talk about the situation. It doesn't seem sensible to me, leaving this place having two enemies. When the three of us, we can reason and find common ground.
Ino quickly sat down across from Bolt. Her nerves had her totally out of control. Anything would be better than a Temari chasing her across the village to assassinate her. Shikamaru took a little longer, although his brain did not stop working in search of solutions that did not arrive. They both knew that this child had them in his hands. What did he want now? What was he going to ask of them? You couldn't believe how the situation had changed.
-They both see me as their enemy… -The young man said calmly and thinking well what he would say- but they do not understand the general situation. They just have loose pieces, and they came to isolated and incorrect reasoning.
"You raped Sakura ..." Ino pointed out, regaining some control, "that's not a lie."
-I never said it was ... - Boruto pointed out seriously- however, not everything is black or white in that situation. We will talk about my motives, and about the latest events. I will answer a question from each of you. And I do it for you to reason, I am doing it because I do not wish to have enemies among the Konoha ninjas. Not even Temari-sama dirtying her hands with blood.
"So ..." Shikamaru continued, "Are you willing to admit that there is a secret organization that works behind your father's back?"
-Answering your question ...- reaffirmed the blond- Of course not. There is no secret organization of any kind. What if it happens is a group of friends who helped me in certain situations. As the son of the Hokage, they know that my relationship with my father was never close. Therefore, to prepare as a ninja, I had to train with many different people. Which has led me to have friends at all levels in the village. Civilians, guards, Chunnin, Jounnin, even ANBU. Many are people who share my vision of protecting Konoha. But by no means do I lead or participate in any external group under my father's command. How did I know the relationship of lovers that you have? I learned it from one of those friends, quite fond of internal espionage. Just as I had some difficulties with the Hyuuga, to train and get stronger.
-With the Hyuuga? Ino and Shikamaru both wondered.
"The attack on my sister ..." Bolt said, "my mother saving my aunt." The secret I've been keeping. Everything is related.
-What secret? Ino shot.
-I'm sorry ... -the blond smiled slightly- he still doesn't trust any of you. It is better for everyone, that it is not known at the moment. But believe me, the Hyuuga are interested that both my sister and the speaker, we stop breathing as soon as possible. A matter of clans, specifically.
Attack the children of the Hokage? For what reason did the Hyuuga want Bolt and Himawari dead? Hanabi Hyuuga was known to have high ambitions about the succession of the Hokage position. But as far as attacking his nephews. It didn't seem drinkable. And where did the attack that the leader had suffered enter? Was it Bolt's thing? I tried to kill her and she had failed?
"Days ago, Aunt Hanabi confided in me a secret ..." Boruto added, continuing slowly, "my sister was going to suffer an attack in her designated mission." So, I was forced to ask my friends for assistance.
-Why didn't you report it? Why didn't you go rescue her from her yourself? –Shikamaru asked totally focused on the story.
-Report it? Hyuuga have a familiar across the board. They would know before acting and save for another time. Any future mission of my sister, would have been transformed into a death trap –the blond smiled sadly- and about going myself? It is what I would have wanted the most. But Councilor Nara's ninjas were still chasing me. Expecting me to do anything, even protect my sister, to accuse me of killing Kiba Inuzuka.
"You did…" Ino pointed out, "right?"
They entered into doubt. Bolt's story was engulfing them. A lie wouldn't do, but if he managed to disguise it with a half-truth, he was much more likely to fall for it. Forced to listen, threatened by the secret that Boruto had about them, they felt the need to think more openly about the situation.
"I didn't…" Bolt added barely, "not personally."
"But do you know who did it?"
"Not exactly, although it wouldn't cost me anything to find out." For what reason am I not doing it? Because whoever killed that damn dog, he did me a favor. Both me and Konoha.
-For what reason?
-Because Kiba was chasing my mother. Because he wanted my parents to fight. Because he sexually desired the Hokage's wife. Can you imagine the major problem Konoha would have had from that male fight? That couldn't happen. And it will no longer happen.
Shikamaru would never admit it, but Ino mechanically nodded. It was quite evident, that Tsume Inuzuka now held Naruto in the highest esteem. What would have happened if the Hokage seeing himself betrayed, killed Kiba openly? A diplomatic disaster. A revolt at the door.
-So… -Shikamaru pointed following logic- the attack that Hanabi Hyuuga suffered…
"It wasn't me either ..." Bolt said, "I was training with my father and my injuries are proof of that." I'll have to speak to Aunt Hanabi to find out what happened. But I suppose they tried to assassinate her for telling me about the impending attack on Himawari. It is well known that not all the elders of the Hyuuga clan support a woman as the leader of their macho clan. If they attacked my sister, that she is the daughter of the Hokage. What's stopping you from trying to dispatch my aunt?
Ino knew it, and so did Shikamaru. Clan internal entanglements spread like rumors, with equal parts truth and lies. It was clear that Hanabi wanted to protect her niece from her. But why did the Hyuuga want to kill her? Attacking a leader was strange. Especially when she came from within her own clan. Although… .Itachi Uchiha had given samples years ago, which was technically possible. And in the insane way, justifiable of him. There were occasions when the welfare of a clan collided with the peace of the village in general. And someone had to bear the cost.
-I have to know more ... - Shikamaru pointed out before Bolt's silence- your father must also know that ...
-You don't have to say a word about this. My father does not count among his virtues, with that of being a discreet subject -the blond serious told them- You have asked, and I have answered. I guess he should catch up with this to get a good night's sleep. No one but those present should know this information. It would cause a lot of problems. But I can promise you that when absolutely necessary, he will be the first to report the final situation to. Or even he even asks you for advice. I don't want any more problems.
After a few seconds of silence, the expected response emerged:
"I guess I don't have a choice ..." Nara scoffed annoyed.
"For his sake, I would say no," added the blond with a clear gesture of threat, "because if this information comes out of the room. I promise you that Temari-sama will receive a photo gallery and very illustrative reports on the "missions" of her husband. You are warned. And there is no second chance for those who play with the happiness of my family. Or the peace of the village.
The brunette was very frustrated. Because he believed in those words. He regretted having such a loving relationship with his teammate. He felt that he was not in control of his knowledge. And that was terribly annoying for the Nara. But at the same time, he was feeling a bit pleased to see that there seemed to be no new "root" division hanging around the village. Shikamaru's forebodings, this time seemed to have failed. Better to stay out of the situation. At least until another event called for him to intervene. Boruto was too young to make such crucial decisions in the village, but he too seemed to have enough ability to deal with the consequences. And Konoha presented no harm from his actions. Who could say that she was not knowing the true strength of the Hokage's son? surprising people was always Naruto's greatest strength as a ninja. And his eldest son seemed to have inherited the same ability.
"I suppose you want to know about the Sakura matter ..." he told Ino who was looking at the situation half autistic, "but I ask that we keep this conversation in an absolute private.
-Why? –The blonde barely consulted.
-Because Sakura is his best friend. Because I know he loves her very much, almost like a sister. And I would not like to find out about this situation, the street has won. Or that many people know. It could cause a tragedy.
That said, Shikamaru decided to retreat to a conciliatory look from Ino. Both blondes were talking alone in the room. For 20 minutes they talked about everything. What Ino saw in Sakura's mind, what Bolt had to inform her about the situation. In summary? It was a very disturbing conversation, that it was not known in which it would end. Would Shikamaru and Ino end up being Bolt's allies? Would they blow themselves up by betraying him and becoming his enemies?
Even the most elaborate plans require the fortune factor at some point. And Boruto should soon check if his fate was as treacherous, as the ninjas that inhabited his home had proven to be.
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Shizune and Moegui didn't say anything to him. The great seventh Hokage was sitting in his office after he had returned to the village, just to replace the clones of him who worked on the official documents. He was very hurt and that was not typical, since even in the hardest training sessions his own healing factor always worked wonders. However, as Shizune was using his medical ninjutsu techniques to stimulate recovery in the Hokage's body, he could tell that he was equally worried and happy.
It was a mixture of sensations. So contradictory that no one would bet they could be felt at the same time, and by the same person. But Naruto Uzumaki Namikase, seventh Hokage of the village hidden among the leaves, was just like that. Worried, and at the same time happy.
His injuries were of care, for that reason he had Shizune-neechan attend to. The fight with Boruto had taken him totally by surprise. His son had proven to be far more than worthy. Somehow, for moments of the battle Naruto could feel that old feeling of rivalry that he had in combat with Sasuke Uchiha. Those moments, where you can read the heart of the rival in the middle of a deadly crossing of fists. Boruto Uzumaki was not a child, he had long since been.
-Hokage-sama… .- Moegui said worriedly, pulling him out of her thought-I can't understand that someone like you has these injuries. Do I need to notify ANBU hunters to reinforce their escort?
"I'm fine ..." Naruto smiled surprised "it's just ... it was just an extraordinary training." I am not in danger.
And it wasn't. It never really was. Usually before that training, Naruto had felt very guilty for neglecting his children in childhood. All for office work and foreign policy. When the Kiba affair happened, Naruto also experienced the uneasiness of believing that his eldest son was a murderous sadist. Someone unscrupulous. Finally, when it appeared that Bolt was totally innocent, Naruto was ashamed to discover that the offspring of him was already a man in responsibility. That he possibly he should hate his father for being careless. But he loved his sister and mother so intensely that he was willing to kill to keep them safe. Naruto however, after that fight against his son, he could see with some satisfaction that Boruto did not hate him. Despite everything, he couldn't hate it:
Flash back:
Both were transported to the mount of the hermits. Naruto had led his son well away from prying eyes. Bolt was concerned about being in solitary confinement, but immediately directed his concentration to the fight to come. A few minutes of neutral words, where the Hokage was trying to figure out how far he should raise his level to achieve an even and enlightening combat. He didn't want to be too superior to his son, just enough for him to be even. Only in this way, he would be able to find out the level and techniques of someone who despite being his son, seemed a complete stranger as a warrior.
Finally, they chose a clearing in the woods, away from the sacred mountain and at a safe distance from the habitat of the toads. It was the young man who suggested that they would need space, it was the best not to harm anyone.
-Good son ... -the Hokage smiled friendly with crossed arms- I'm ready whenever you want ...
Boruto barely smiled. His father hadn't gone into hermit mode, and he also didn't glow gold like when he used Rikudou mode. He was far from "ready". But that, contrary to angering him, filled him with satisfaction. It meant that his father underestimated him too much. That he had managed to fool one of the most intuitive Shinobi in the world for so many years.
-You will pay for this carelessness… .Hokage-sama….-Whispered the young man, taking off the Chunnin vest and remaining only with his black shirt and pants of the same color- I'm sure of it.
Naruto watched his son open his arms wide and close his eyes. His hands were open at first, closed leaving only the index and middle fingers extended. The whole body of the young man shook, as if a cold current were running through him. He was stretching his body and tensing him badly.
-What do you expect? Naruto thought surprised.
- (I don't like something about this Naruto) –the Kyuubi told him from inside him.
-Welcome friend, -the blond smiled at a funny thought- he hadn't listened to you for years.
- (I arrived on time –said the beast- I think you might need me)
Bolt quickly brought his hands together in front of himself, and in the tiger position he quickly declared:
-BYAKUGAN
Then, before Naruto even started to wonder what was going on, Boruto started hitting himself in the torso, arms, belly and legs, poking in various sectors that left a trail of celestial chakra that could be seen visually.
-Byakugan? -Naruto wondered totally surprised- But how…? He's not supposed to have it. They sealed Hinata when ...
- (With seals of the whirlpool? -Kurama said laughing- What do you suppose an Uzumaki, he is vulnerable to his own seals?)
That explained everything. That was to summarize that Hanabi Hyuuga would have taken so much interest in his nephew from one day to the next. Somehow, she had discovered the hidden Byakugan in Bolt's blue eyes. But what about Himawari-chan? Also she….?
"RELEASE OF SEALS, FURIOUS SOUL ..." Boruto growled and his entire body broke free from containment.
- (ATTENTION NARUTO!) - Kurama yelled when he noticed how Bolt had disappeared in front of them and was moving very fast.
The young man attacked from the left flank, his speed was impressive compared to any Chunnin. Naruto evaded 15 direct blows backing as he could, but the last one went straight to his heart, until Boruto himself deflected it to impact with his two fingers extended on the right arm of his father.
Naruto received that blow in a terrible way, and was propelled by a devastating force that slammed him into some distant trees. Bolt didn't stop there, he quickly performed hand stamps and completing the sequence declared:
-KATON, JUTSU GREAT DRAGON OF FIRE -Blowing deep and releasing the flame beast on the position in which the Hokage fell.
Naruto was not in the flames, instantly hitting the fallen trees, he used a high speed sunshin to circle the position of his son's technique. He wanted to fight back quickly, but his right arm wasn't responding at all. He was completely paralyzed and the pain spread from his shoulder to his wrist. He had to rip the jacket itself, to check that his arm was still attached to his body. What kind of blow had he received? He didn't feel like the seizures Neji Hyuuga did in the old Chunnin exams. This was very different.
- (Your arm is fractured…. -Kurama indicated seriously- somehow that boy has managed to injure the muscle, break the bone, and seal your chakra channel in the same blow. It will take me time to recover it)
Naruto was now hidden in another part of the trees surrounding the clearing. The fire was ravaging the area where he fell earlier, and Bolt seemed to take a slight breath admiring his attack. Naruto was reminiscing about what happened before. He could see the last blow well, in a way he allowed it when trying to observe it in detail. Boruto's index and middle fingers slammed into his arm. Then, in a fraction of a second and taking advantage of the same momentum, his hand closed into a fist that also struck the previously affected area. In short, a Junken tactic to attack the inner channel of the arm, complemented by a lethal punch from the goken, willing to break a bone if possible.
-I know you're there Oto-sama! Bolt yelled, looking at him exactly to the area where the Hokage was hiding. "What did you think of my technique ?! I haven't picked an appropriate name yet! Do you feel like your arm has been useless ?! Imagine if he had directed that same attack at your chest!
- (He probably would have murdered you ... –said the Kyuubi without euphemisms- he begins to give him respect, or he will finish you off)
Naruto was in hiding for a reason. First to realize the attack received, second to gather natural chakra and enter hermit mode. This combat was going to be far from the previous "practices". Boruto was using the maximum power of him. It was necessary to begin to reciprocate. After a few seconds, the blond Hokage left the hidden area to come into view. After all, Bolt had the Byakugan and hiding was not an option.
-Let's see ... -he said trying to buy time to accumulate chakra from the environment- you have the Byakugan despite the birth seal that must have prevented you. You had seals in your internal channels that prevented you from teaching your maximum power. And also, you managed to combine the Junken art that the Hyuuga have, with a strong expression of the Goken -Naruto smiled barely, and his eyes changed color- I guess he wasn't ready for something like this.
The boy began to walk slowly towards his father. His eyes were unbelievably ferocious with the Byakugan activated. Bolt's chakra, now had exponentially increased his size and unlike what Naruto could never achieve, flowed in a perfectly controlled and peaceful manner throughout his body. Although speaking of specific amount of power, the Hokage had a monumental advantage.
-You have promised me a serious fight Oto-sama ... -added the young man, standing less than 20 meters away and positioning himself Junken style- and you are going to give it to me ... or I'm willing to destroy you to get it.
End of flash back:
Shizune finished speeding up the healings. He made some bandages to the Hokage's torso and even helped him to cover himself again with the shirt and jacket. Naruto was silent and concerned. It was more than obvious that this "training" had left him too much to think about.
First of all, he was proud as his father. His eldest son was as strong as the best of his Jounnin. He had extraordinary battle vision and the ability to carry an ultimate fight on good terms. He knew how to defend himself, and also to attack decisively. Naruto was no longer surprised that Kiba Inuzuka ended up dead. He now he totally understood.
But nevertheless, after the good news of a high-level combat, the bad ones came. Boruto during the fight spoke from the heart. He exposed his feelings, his anger at abandonment. Naruto knew that saving the distance, his son had tasted loneliness as he knew how to do it in his times as Gennin. And also like him, he was able to rise from the bottom to be one of the best by his own effort. But the downside of the matter was that in Konoha, as well as the strength of his sons, a lot of information was hidden that the Hokage did not know.
Boruto and Himawari had the Byakugan ...
Hinata tried to hide them because she knew the Hyuuga would try something serious. Hanabi wanted to unite Bolt with his clan, knowing his secret ability in some way that he was yet to determine. Meanwhile, Naruto had just returned to Konoha, only to learn that his daughter had suffered a strange treacherous attack during her journey. And that only the intervention of some opportune ANBU, prevented a tragedy.
What was happening in front of his eyes?
Obviously there were strange movements around him. While most of his influence and time was spent keeping the peace with the rest of the ninja world. The interior of the village had different shades. Clans behaved by their own laws as soon as the Hokage looked away. It was necessary to find a way to be aware of all those dark movements.
-Shizune-Nee… .- he told the brunette that he had finished his work and was already retiring- I need Sai to come to my office. Now.
-Hai Hokage-sama ... -said both women and bowing they left the place.
The special ANBU had to enter the case. Naruto needed to know everything about the Konoha clans and every move that was happening outside of his command. His daughter, Himawari, had been attacked and several members of the Hyuuga clan were involved. At the same time, Moegui had said earlier that Hinata had brought her younger sister from the outskirts of Konoha very injured. Something very strange was happening, and Naruto had to find out soon. The last words of his son, before finishing the training, left him with great concern:
Flash back:
-Oto-sama… .- Boruto said lying on the ground injured, and completely exhausted- you…. Have you fought with all your might?
The Hokage was injured and quite agitated. He had used the Sennin mode, and also the Kyuubi's chakra for certain movements. He officially wasn't without energy, and he hadn't tapped into his full power to win. But it had been quite difficult to control Boruto. In real combat however, Naruto would have won.
-You have demanded a lot of me ... -the man barely smiled- so much so that he intends to continue training with you in the future. You are to be feared.
Boruto smirked. He had gotten the message even though Naruto didn't want to hurt him. He was still young. He didn't have the stamina, the experience, or the flow of chakra to be on an equal footing. But considering the situation of clear disadvantage. Boruto had easily proven to be one of the top five Shinobi in the entire village. But that was not the young man's real question. What he really wanted to know was if he could have won if it wasn't a training session. And the answer was clearly no.
"What a shame ..." he said suddenly with a certain melancholy Bolt, "he hoped to be stronger."
-You're already very strong. –The Hokage clarified.
"But not enough, I'm afraid."
-Enough for what? Naruto asked surprised.
"I think I'll have a very difficult fight soon," the young man declared neutrally, trying to stand up, moving without much success, "and he had to check if there was any chance of winning." That's all.
End of flash back:
After those words, the toads interrupted the conversation. He had received a message from Konoha. The Hokage's daughter was in the hospital. It was when, ignoring the father's questions, Bolt demanded to return to Konoha. Her sister was hurt and the rest of the world had stopped giving a damn.
Naruto let it go for the moment, but he would not allow himself to be blind to that disturbing comment. If Bolt did not want to expand on the matter further, the Hokage would turn to Sai to find out everything. After all, it was his son's life that was at stake. If the superlative level that Bolt had shown was not enough for that "fight", the matter would seem to be stained with blood at any moment.
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Sarada Uchiha had a heartbreaking afternoon ...
Around noon she had visited the hospital to speak with her mother. The last few weeks she had been quite cruel to her spirits, but now she felt more recovered. However, her mother, Sakura, seemed quite nervous and sad. For a long time, the little balance in the Uchiha house had been completely fractured.
Sarada felt a little guilty ...
Her mother had always gone out of her way for her. She had cared for her, trained her in chakra control, and also helped her study well. Feed her, shelter her, contain her. Sakura Uchiha had been a wonderful mother. However, she now herself she was a nervous and sad woman.
For what reason? What had she specifically changed?
Months ago, Sakura shone with a new light. Sarada was noticing right now how good her mother had looked back then. Unfortunately, she had to point out as a possible reason for that happiness, the intervention of that man who had managed to become the lover of the pelirosa. But currently, she had returned to being silent in the house and nervous in the common deal. Sarada was beginning to wonder if she had been right to force her mother to abandon this man.
As her doubts gnawed at her, she bumped into Boruto Uzumaki in the hospital corridor. They both stopped, talked about the young man's injuries, and asked each other about the other. About three times, while looking away with some discomfort. They were both nervous, and Sarada could barely do anything but blush.
-The ninjas that followed you ... -she said, smiling slightly- don't do it anymore .... Certain?
The question was clearly intended. Not getting her into trouble was supposed to have been the real reason for her breakup in that courtship. And although she Sarada at first did not understand it, she later she was able to be more aware of the general situation. She found herself following Bolt, believing that she might be seeing a woman as she had told him in her last meeting. But she was surprised to see that a team of ninjas followed the young Uzumaki like hunting dogs. Putting it together, Sarada understood that they were investigating his ex-boyfriend for the Kiba Inuzuka affair. But right now, there were no more difficulties on the way.
"I don't have any more pursuers," the blond smiled, "but that doesn't mean much."
-We can…?
-Have you not read the parchment I gave you, that day we broke up? –The blond asked him avoiding her and following her path –that parchment with the poems that you once wrote me. I think you should go over it carefully.
Sarada stood there watching him go. She was quite confused on how that relationship had ended. Bolt was smiling kindly, but her words and actions didn't dictate that it was a fictitious breakup to protect her. Was there really another woman? How and when did he see him with her? The young Uchiha's jealousy unleashed her anger. If she ever discovered a trap in the matter, someone would be a corpse before the end of the week.
It was not until the evening of the same day, when young Sarada, walking around in her own room, found that parchment closed. She had taken so long to understand, her pain had not allowed him to think clearly. Sarada, she never gave Bolt a scroll with poems on it. It was true that she once wrote verses, but she had never been able to overcome the shame to give them to the boy she loved. What could that scroll have?
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It had been 24 hours since Himawari was admitted.
She boruto had barely left her room in a few moments and for basic needs such as bathing or sleeping for a couple of hours. The young Uzumaki was stable, but her brother was still not trusted that the Hyuuga would make any last attempt to sneak up on her. He was injured, but with simple vigilance applied, he would prevent Hima from being exposed at night.
Hinata divided her care between her sister Hanabi, and her daughter who was lying in another room.
The few hours that she shared with Bolt during those cares, they talked about everything and more. The boy was exhausted, that fight with his father and his injuries took their toll. Many times Hinata wanted his son to go home to rest better. But the young man was stubborn like his father, unable to separate from his sister.
-My fault… -the young man said to his mother while they watched Himawari sleep- she is hurt because of me.
"Thanks to your intervention, she is still alive ..." Hinata indicated trying to comfort the pain that Bolt felt.
-I have neglected her, I have unprotected her from her. –Said the blond hurt- since she was born, since I saw her for the first time when she was a baby. I swore she would never be hurt. That she would protect her from all evil. And I couldn't handle all of this.
Hinata was seeing his son for the first time in big picture. The young man had far more responsibilities than his age or rank suggested. And he blamed himself. He did it with sincerity and annoyance. The wounds of his sister caused her immense pain. To the point that he would have preferred to suffer them himself. Prevent the young woman from that harm.
-It won't happen again ... -Hinata assured trying to smile optimistically- we will train better and ...
-This is just the beginning. –Added Bolt seriously- I am too lonely to protect her. This war will not end like this.
-You are not alone Bolt-kun ... -she hugged her moved her mother, seeing how the boy dripped some tears of anguish- your father and I ....
-Oto-sama can't do anything –said the boy harshly- the Hokage is the legal power of this village. He cannot intervene in clan problems. The Hyuuga won't stop until they kill us. It could be on a mission, in a hospital night, in the poison added to a meal. Hima-neechan and I, we are doomed.
-That never! –Said a scared Hinata- I will not… I will allow it.
-I can't trust you Oka-san ... -Boruto looked at him calmly, and managed to make his mother slightly pull away from the hug- I can't trust anyone. Are you willing to do anything to help me? Are you willing to kill? Are you willing to be faithful only to our family? ...- she smiled sideways with disappointment- I don't think so. You've proven it more than just by intervening in my affairs with Aunt Hanabi.
Hinata stood up cowering. A few rooms away a group of at least 5 Hyuuga guards took care of the clan leader. A woman who was a blood sister with Hinata, but ideologically they were in opposite classes. Bolt looked at her mother like a strange person. As if he didn't trust her at all. Like a useless woman.
"I will not allow them to harm my children," Hinata defended, taking a little courage. "Naruto-kun would never forgive me."
"Yes, of course ..." replied the sarcastic young man, "I'm sure of it."
Bolt looked down at her, it was very difficult to hold a strong conversation. Hyuuga women's education was a pest. They were for Boruto, boring beings. Always soft and light as feathers. Very beautiful women, yes, with infernal bodies. But in the personality category, the rating was zero. And paradoxically, only Hanabi stood out from the rest. Although of course, with a clear tendency to sado-masochism. Whoever could put her on a leash would eventually make her an ideal slave. It was a shame her mother had interrupted Bolt's plans. Because Hanabi would have ended up kissing the ground where the Uzumaki stepped, when he was done with her.
-Think Boruto ... -she said to herself barely encouraging herself inside- thinks. Aunt Hanabi is in a fully protected room. They won't let you get close at all. If her upbringing has had any effect, she for the moment she won't say anything. But she little by little she will regain her confidence. And it will be a bigger problem.
Hinata didn't know what else to say. She was looking at her son and she felt all the guilt of being useless. Usually with Naruto she also held back all the time. Since that unfortunate incident with Kiba Inuzuka, Hinata could never fully enjoy time with her husband. Sexually speaking, the last few weeks had been very good. Like at the beginning of the couple. But Hinata always felt indebted to her husband. She had betrayed Him! The only man she had ever loved in her life! How to pay for such a betrayal? How to make up for it in any way? She many times she wanted to confess everything to him. She many times she looked at him, and she was seconds away from telling him what happened. But what if Naruto-kun left her? What if she used that betrayal as an excuse to leave the family? Hinata suffered greatly from Sakura's presence. She was not so naive as not to notice that something between them was igniting. How to prevent Naruto from taking revenge on her, sleeping with the woman he loved in her youth? Suddenly, while they were both brooding in their thoughts, the young Himawari woke up slightly:
-Onii… ..chan… .- She smiled softly at the sight of her brother-you're with me Onii-chan.
-Always Nee-chan ... -the young man replied taking her by the hand- rest small, no one will ever hurt you again. I will not leave your side, until you recover.
"What ... well ..." said the young woman, falling asleep again.
As soon as Himawari returned to her dream, Boruto Uzumaki changed her gesture of tenderness for a clear display of anger. He was furious! Completely out of control! HOW DID THEY HAVE DARE TO TOUCH A SINGLE HAIR OF HIS SISTER ?! He wanted to mush them all. Go to the Hyuuga neighborhood, to set it on fire with everything and inhabitants inside.
For an instant, he considered going down the hall to pay a "friendly" visit to his beloved aunt. Willing to sweep away his guards, willing to whip that bitch until she cried blood. That he begged Himawari's forgiveness through tears. After all, the slut she had enjoyed herself like a pig when Bolt fucked her in the cabin in the woods days ago. He surely could tame her perfectly, if he had the time. Make it a mere toy. And after that, he would force her to watch him murder every member of her clan. One by one, well personal. For the whole world to know, whoever again even tried to raise his hand against Himawari Uzumaki. He would find death a beautiful and restorative option. Rather than fall into the merciless hands of Boruto.
"Damn Anko-sensei…" Bolt growled annoyed to himself, "as he wishes he hadn't withdrawn from the activity." I'd love for you to help me torture those idiots into lifeless shells.
But he had to think of another method. Direct war was not among his logical possibilities. Furthermore, he had the Sasuke Uchiha matter still to be resolved. Sarada was not in danger at the moment, but she didn't know if that concept could change at any moment. After all, who could anticipate how long it would take for Sasuke Uchiha to return to the village? By then, Boruto must have a well thought out plan. It was the best he could do.
-In what…? –Hinata stammered more and more nervous to see the anger of her son-what are you thinking Bolt-kun?
The young man looked at her again, as if a magical invocation from her had made her appear again. He had studied the reports of the past war on his mother. As with all the important acquaintances of Konoha. It was incredible according to the writings, that this woman was an important front line warrior in the last world battle. Where was she that aggressive personality of hers? Where did the fire nest in her heart? as mother and wife, she was perfection itself. Never a complaint, never anything dirty or out of place. But where was the Kunoichi that she knew to be her? perhaps, what Hinata Uzumaki really needed. It was a powerful motive to go on the offensive. She needed to fight for the ones she loved. Only then did her true power emerge. Her soul from Kunoichi hers.
-What would you be willing to do for us, Ka-san? –Bolt said gravely- What are you willing to do, to save our family?
-What are you talking about? –She babbled worriedly. -What could I do to help?
-You know what Aunt Hanabi will do when she recovers better. She –she pointed out briefly- she will accuse me surely, she will keep me away from Hima-chan. They will kill her, and then in jail they will kill me. All for the Byakugan. Oto-sama can't do anything legally. What are you willing to do?
As Hinata sank into her own dark thoughts, Boruto rummaged through a bag with things that he had brought on a trip from her home, to extract a certain item that he jingled like a bell at the surprised woman.
-For many years you taught me about the Byakugan Ka-san… -she said smiling wickedly the blonde- if you are willing to help me. If you want to save your children. -He showed her a leather necklace, which had a shiny chain attached- I suggest an idea ... become the new leader of the enemy clan. I will teach you how you can achieve peace, between the Hyuuga and the Uzumaki.
End of chapter.