Naruto: Thousand Hands of Glory

After the two thrilling, unimaginable large-scale Genin battles at the beginning, the atmosphere of today's ninja competition was extremely tense and exciting! However, the only ones left on the field to continue fighting were the young Genin from various small ninja villages. They were doing their best to launch one fierce duel after another!

In the arena, countless kunai and shurikens were flying like raindrops, and every confrontation was full of thrills and uncertainties; while the Genin showed off their best physical skills and elementary ninjutsu, trying to stand out in this cruel competition. For a moment, the whole scene became chaotic and spectacular, making people dazzled.

Unfortunately, for those who had just witnessed the two more exciting and wonderful battles, although their eyes were still focused on the arena, they were inevitably disappointed. They had just witnessed the ninjas display jaw-dropping skills and tactics, and the current battle seemed to lack that kind of shocking power. Although each dodge and counterattack was still full of speed and power, it was difficult to arouse the same passion in the eyes of the audience.

However, even so, the audience still gave the young ninjas the respect and encouragement they deserved. They knew that for these young Genin, every battle was a valuable opportunity to learn and grow. The courage and determination they showed in the competition were also worthy of praise.

Following Xi Ri Zhen Hong's order, today's game came to an end amidst warm but somewhat regretful applause. Although the audience was somewhat disappointed, they were more looking forward to tomorrow's game and savoring today's wonderful moments. They gradually dispersed, their hearts full of expectations.

Tomorrow, the ninja competition of Konoha Village will usher in a highly anticipated duel - the contest between Hyuga Suzuran and Garuru. These two young ninjas are not only beautiful, but also extremely powerful, winning everyone's respect and love.

Hyuga Suzuran was born in the famous Hyuga clan of Konoha Village. This family is famous in the ninja world for its powerful eye technique. It is as famous as the Uchiha family and competes for the throne of the strongest eye technique family. Suzuran not only inherited the beauty of the family, but also will prove her extraordinaryness with her strength.

Although Garuru does not have the background of a Kazekage disciple like Rasa, nor the bloodline limit of Scorch Release like Yekura, she has mastered the potential of wind release ninjutsu recognized by the Kazekage of Sand Village with her own talent and hard work. In Sand Village, she became famous for her own strength and became a true genius ninja girl with both talent and beauty.

The duel between these two ninjas will undoubtedly be a feast of visuals and skills. Their battle will show the power of women in the ninja world and prove their preeminent status in their respective families and villages.

The audience is full of expectations for tomorrow's game. This is not just a simple ninja duel, but also a stage for two young female ninjas to show their strength. Whether it is Hyuga Suzuran's eye technique or Garuru's wind escape ninjutsu, they will shine in tomorrow's competition and bring an unforgettable visual feast to the audience. Let's wait and see how these two ninja girls will compete on the field and show their style!

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As soon as Hinata Suzuran entered the house, she was stopped by a stern-looking messenger. The messenger's voice was filled with unquestionable authority:

"Hinata Suzuran, the elders have ordered you to go to the meeting room immediately to meet with the clan leader and the elders."

Linglan was startled. She tried her best to remain calm and asked politely:

"Excuse me, could you tell me the reason for this meeting?"

The messenger's eyes revealed a hint of impatience, and his answer was brief and direct:

"If the elder summons you, you should go immediately. There is no need to ask too many questions for those who are from the branch family."

Linglan nodded slightly. Although she was full of doubts and uneasiness, she knew that the family's rules and orders could not be disobeyed. She took a deep breath, adjusted her emotions, and then answered firmly:

"I see. I'll go right away."

Hyuga Suzuran, as a member of the Hyuga branch family, just finished watching the battle today. Although she did not participate in the battle, she witnessed the wonderful duel of other Genin as a spectator. Despite this, she was not in a relaxed mood, because she knew that the opponent she would face tomorrow was not a weakling. In her several fights, she was the one who was at a disadvantage. However, as a member of the branch family, she had reasons to win, but before that, she had to obey the orders of the main family.

In the meeting hall of the main family in the Hyuga clan's residence in Konohagakure, the atmosphere seemed particularly heavy. The ancient buildings cast long shadows in the afterglow of the setting sun, and the stone pillars and wood carvings looked even more solemn in the dim light. The sandalwood in the air seemed to have become heavy because of the serious topic that was about to be discussed.

When she walked into the meeting room with a heavy heart, she could already feel the majesty of the main family. The elders and the clan leader sat in high seats, their faces were serious, and their eyes revealed unquestionable authority. Next to the clan leader, the clan leader's twin sons, Hyuga Hiashi and Hyuga Hizashi, sat on both sides. The two looked very similar, but on Hyuga Hizashi's forehead, there was the same branch family symbol as Suzuran - a caged bird.

As soon as Linglan entered the meeting room, she felt an invisible sense of oppression. She knew that this was not only the solemn atmosphere of the main family's meeting room, but also because of the caged bird seal in her body. This seal is a means for the main family to control the members of the branch family. Once the main family issues an order and the members of the branch family do not obey, the main family will use the caged bird, and the branch family will suffer a severe headache or even more painful punishment.

Just as Linglan was getting used to the heavy atmosphere, an elder suddenly shouted "Disrespectful!" The sound echoed in the meeting room like thunder. Linglan's headache suddenly intensified, as if countless needles were piercing deep in her brain. The pain made her face pale instantly, but she still endured it and did not let the pain show.

She slowly lowered her head, clasped her hands together, and saluted the clan leader, the elders, and the young clan leader with the most respectful attitude. Although her movements were graceful, every detail revealed her inner helplessness and struggle. Although she had respect for the family, her eyes also hid her desire for freedom.

The clan leader and the elders stared at Linglan expressionlessly. Their cold eyes were like looking at an inanimate tool, without any emotion at all. At this moment, Linglan felt a strong sense of loss in her heart. She was deeply aware of her position in this family - just a member of the branch family.

This realization made Linglan feel painful and helpless, because she knew clearly what being a member of a branch family meant: endless constraints, heavy responsibilities, and an inescapable fate. She couldn't help but think of the days when she was a child and was strictly trained... Now it seems that all this is nothing more than to satisfy the main family's needs for strength and loyalty.

However, facing these indifferent faces, Linglan was powerless to change the status quo. After all, in such a family with a clear hierarchy between the main family and the branch family, the branch family had no human rights to the main family.

The atmosphere in the meeting hall was still solemn, but the fire of unyielding was quietly ignited in Suzuran's heart. She knew that although she had to obey the arrangements of the main family at present, her ninja journey was still long. One day, she would break free from the shackles and become her true self, like an eagle flying freely in the sky.

In the meeting hall of the Hyuga clan, the voices of the elders echoed in the hall. Their words were elegant and solemn, demonstrating the style of the ninja family.

The voice of the great elder was like a huge bell, steady and powerful: "Today, the young ninjas of the Uchiha clan showed amazing strength. Their performance was impressive. We, the Hyuga family, as a prestigious family in Konoha, must not fall behind."

Another elder added, "Hiashi, Hiashi, and Suzuran, the competition you are about to participate in is not just about your victory or defeat, but also about the honor of our Hyuga family. You must show strength that is not inferior to that of the Uchiha clan."

The clan leader's eyes were as sharp as a sword. He looked directly at Suzuran and said in a serious tone, "Especially you, Suzuran. Your opponent is Luosha's teammate. This is a crucial match. Only if you win, the elders will consider letting you continue to be a member of the ninja team, instead of being arranged to marry off early as the canary of the clan."

Suzuran stood in the center of the meeting room, her eyes firm and powerful. She took a deep breath and responded firmly: "Patriarch, I have kept your teachings in mind. I will do my best to win glory for the Hyuga family and will never let the family down."

The clan leader nodded slightly, a satisfied smile appeared on his face, and then he waved his hand casually, indicating that Linglan could leave. Linglan said nothing more, turned around and walked out of the meeting room with firm steps. Her figure gradually blurred in the shadows outside the door until it disappeared completely.

The door of the meeting room slowly closed, as if isolating all the noise from the outside world. The clan leader turned around and his eyes fell on Hizashi Hinata. Although his voice was low, every word was clear and powerful: "Hizashi, Suzuran is the fiancée arranged for you by the clan. However, now is not the time to make it public. Once your brother's marriage is arranged, we will deal with it together."

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the meeting room suddenly became subtle, like a heavy bomb suddenly exploded, causing an imperceptible fluctuation. Hinata Hizashi's expression looked a little complicated under the dim light. His eyes seemed to be searching for something, but soon he regained his composure. He bowed slightly and replied respectfully: "Yes, father."

The elders exchanged meaningful glances with each other and smiled with satisfaction. They knew in their hearts that the future of the Hyuga family was in the hands of these young people. They had high hopes for the Hyuga brothers and Suzuran, hoping that they could demonstrate the strength and glory of the Hyuga family on the road of ninja.

However, the elders did not seem to care about Suzuran's idea. In their view, the fate and future of the branch family should be subject to the arrangements and interests of the main family. They firmly believed that the personal wishes and choices of the branch family members were not important, and what was important was that they could contribute to the glory and interests of the Hyuga family.

But they didn't notice, or didn't care at all, that Linglan, who should have walked away, didn't actually leave. Her figure slowly disappeared outside the meeting room, her steps seemed unusually heavy, and her heart was filled with complicated emotions. She didn't really walk away, but stood quietly outside the door, listening to the conversation between the elders and the clan leader in the meeting room, with unknown waves surging in her heart.

When the clan leader mentioned that she had been chosen as the fiancée of Hyuga Hiashi, Suzuran's heart sank. She felt a surge of anger and powerlessness, and this emotion surged into her heart like a tide. As a member of the branch family, her fate seemed to have been arranged by the main family, and she herself had no right to choose.

She recalled the moment when she was sealed like a caged bird, and she felt a deep sense of powerlessness and restraint. From then on, she knew that she had lost the opportunity to say no and the freedom to decide her own destiny.

However, Suzuran did not completely succumb to the arrangement of fate. Her heart still burned with the desire for freedom and the persistence of victory. She knew that although she could not fight now, she could use her own strength to fight for more freedom and the right to choose on the road of ninja.

Linglan took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She knew that she couldn't stay here for too long, otherwise it would arouse the suspicion of the clan. She turned around and left the meeting room with firm steps, secretly vowing in her heart that she would go all out in the upcoming competition and prove her worth with her own strength.

Her figure gradually faded away in the afterglow of the setting sun, while the elders and clan leaders in the meeting room continued to discuss the future and plans of the family, completely unaware that Lily of the Valley outside the door had heard their conversation, and unaware that the flame of resistance had already ignited in her heart.

Lily of the Valley knows that her path will not be smooth, but she also believes that as long as she does not give up, one day she will be able to break free from the shackles of the bird in the cage, become her true self, and take control of her own destiny.

The elders of the clan could never understand why some caged birds, even with bloodshot heads from struggling, still yearn for the free sky. There is no surrender in their eyes, only a desire for the vast world and resistance to bondage. Every flap of their wings is a challenge to fate, and every attempt to fly is a desire for freedom.

These birds, their hearts have long transcended the boundaries of the golden cage, their dreams soaring in the blue sky and white clouds. Even in prison, their hearts are still toward the boundless sky, which is their eternal home and the call of their souls.