Naruto: Thousand Hands of Glory

"There are such similar things in the world. I thought that my Hyuga Bagua Soft Fist was completely different from the mainstream steel fist in the ninja world. It can be said that in the ninja world, except for my Byakugan Hyuga clan, no one else can have such physical skills." Whenever the Hyuga clan leader thought of Yanagishita's special ninja physical technique during the Chunin Exam, he sighed repeatedly that the Hyuga clan had not produced such a talent for many years.

"Clan leader Hyuga, you are too kind. How can my swordsmanship compare with the gentle fist that has been passed down for thousands of years by the nobles? It is just some young people's fantastic ideas." Yanagishita responded modestly, and his attitude revealed his respect for the Clan leader Hyuga and the Hyuga clan.

"There's no need to be modest. You can accomplish things that even my group's secret technique of Kaiten can't do without any bloodstains from eye techniques and just by relying on your own understanding of chakra. Your talent is comparable to that of Hashirama and Uchiha Madara in their day." The Hyuga clan leader's words were full of admiration and expectations for Liuxia. He looked at the young boy in front of him, but two figures that he would never forget flashed through his mind, those two legendary figures who suppressed the world and whom countless geniuses could not even dream of.

"I am unworthy of this. I only have a little talent. How dare I be compared with you two adults?" Although Liuxia knew that he was special, he also understood that in this world, caution and humility are equally important.

Yanagishita thought that although he had a power beyond that of ordinary people, it was better to be cautious before he became invincible. He did not want to cause unnecessary trouble because of his arrogance. He thought to himself: "If I dare to claim to be comparable to Hashirama and Madara today, a group of Uchiha strongmen may come to challenge me tomorrow. When I have fully mastered the Wood Release, I will talk to them in the posture of the Buddha on the top of my head and give them a good talk."

"Come to think of it, I still haven't mastered the magic. I have a psychological trauma because of that old slug woman who played with me until she had brain problems. My physique and talent are obviously top-notch, but she almost ruined me. Now I have a traumatic experience with the magic. Maybe I should go find Jiraiya to trick him next time."

"Liu Xia, Liu Xia, the clan leader is calling you."

Just as Liuxia was immersed in his complaints about an old woman, Linglan's gentle call brought him back to reality. He realized that he was too immersed in his own world and didn't pay any attention to the situation around him. The elders' eyes were wide open, and they were obviously very dissatisfied with his disrespect. They might even challenge him to a duel to wash away their insults.

"I'm really sorry. I was lost in thought for a moment and neglected the clan leader." Liuxia hurriedly apologized to the Hyuga clan leader with a sincere attitude.

"It's okay. Geniuses are always different. I wonder if you are willing to communicate with me." Although the Hyuga clan leader was a little helpless, he was not angry. He was also someone who had seen Senju Hashirama and Uchiha Madara, and knew that these geniuses often had some unique features. Perhaps this was the fate of geniuses.

"That's not a problem. Even a kid like me has heard of the name of the Hyuga clan leader."

Yanagishita's answer was both modest and appropriate. The Hyuga clan did enjoy a good reputation in Konoha. On the one hand, there was a family like the Uchiha clan that often caused trouble; on the other hand, the Hyuga clan rarely participated in political struggles, adhered to the doctrine of the mean, and did not easily take sides. Although this also had its drawbacks, overall, they were able to protect the interests of the clan members and the clan in Konoha Village.

"Chief, do you know what water is?" Liuxia suddenly asked a seemingly simple but profound question.

"Water?" The Hyuga clan leader frowned and asked in confusion.

"Water is just water," an elder replied nonchalantly, obviously without giving the question much thought.

"Why is this person being so mysterious?" another elder muttered in a low voice, seeming a little impatient.

Liu Xia smiled slightly and continued calmly: "The highest good is like water. Water benefits all things without contending, so no one can contend with it. It is said that flowing water does not contend, but all things are contained within it."

His voice was calm and philosophical, as if he was telling an ancient wisdom. Yanagi's eyes were deep, as if he could see through the nature of water and its symbolic meaning in the ninja world.

Upon hearing this, the Hyuga clan leader's eyes flashed with enlightenment. He began to realize the deep meaning of Yanagishita's words: "Yanagishita-kun's words are very philosophical. Water is indeed the source of life. It is gentle and tolerant, but it also has the power to change the world."

Indeed, the philosophy of water is also reflected in our ninjutsu. "Yanagi nodded and continued to explain, "Just like our ninjutsu, although not ostentatious, it can exert amazing power at the critical moment. Using softness to overcome hardness, Tai Chi Bagua is one of them."

"Although we have Baguazhang in our soft boxing, Tai Chi is indeed unheard of. Could you please explain it in detail?" The Hyuga clan leader understood more and more. This was what his Hyuga clan wanted. To overcome hardness with softness, these four short words fully expressed the essence of soft boxing.

Yanagishita smiled and began to explain: "Tai Chi is a philosophy that pursues harmony and balance. It believes that everything in the universe is interconnected and influences each other. Tai Chi Bagua integrates this philosophy into physical skills and ninjutsu. Through smooth movements and smooth transitions, it achieves the effect of using softness to overcome hardness and using stillness to overcome movement."

He stood up, walked to the center of the hall, and slowly demonstrated several basic Tai Chi movements. Although the movements were simple, they revealed an indescribable sense of power and smooth beauty. "Look, these movements may seem slow, but they actually contain a strong inner force. They can guide the opponent's power in battle and then counterattack at the most appropriate time."

Suzuran watched quietly from the side, her eyes sparkling with admiration for Yanagishita's wisdom. She realized that Yanagishita was not only a powerful ninja, but also a wise man with deep thoughts. Yanagishita's figure became clearer in her mind, and she began to desire to understand this man more deeply.

The Hyuga clan leader and other elders were also deeply attracted by Yanagi's demonstration. They began to realize that this Tai Chi concept might bring new breakthroughs to the Hyuga clan's ninjutsu.

"Yanagi-kun, your insights and demonstrations are very interesting." The Hyuga clan leader said sincerely, his eyes flashing with a desire for new knowledge and recognition of Yanagi-kun. "We, the Hyuga clan, are willing to have in-depth exchanges with you and jointly explore the possibility of combining Tai Chi Bagua with Rouquan."

"Patriarch, you can't do that!" A conservative elder suddenly stood up, his voice filled with urgency and opposition, "How can the laws of our ancestors be passed on to outsiders!"

His face showed worry and uneasiness, and he was obviously worried about sharing the secrets of the Hyuga family with outsiders. The elder's words resonated with the other elders, and they also began to whisper and discuss.

"Clan leader, the gentle fist of our Hyuga family has been perfected through the efforts and wisdom of many generations." Another elder also expressed his concerns. His voice revealed respect for tradition and caution towards change. "Is it too risky to share our secret skills with outsiders?"

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Facing the elders' opposition, the Hyuga clan leader did not refute immediately, but pondered for a moment. His eyes revealed his deep thoughts on the balance between tradition and innovation. He knew that the elders' concerns were well-founded, but at the same time he also saw the potential value of the new ideas and new skills brought by Yanagishita to the Hyuga clan.

Seeing this, Yanagishita knew that now was not the right time, so he chose to provide a step for the Hyuga clan leader. He said humbly: "I am just a beginner, and it is far from being comparable to the Hyuga Soft Fist." His voice revealed his respect for the Hyuga Soft Fist and his self-awareness of his own skills.

Yanagishita knew that his power and influence were not enough to stand on equal footing with these ancient families. He planned to wait until he stood in the position of Hokage candidate, and that would be the best time to win over the major families. Whether it was Uchiha, Hyuga, or Ino-Shika-cho, he would face them with a more mature and confident attitude.

After hearing this, the Hyuga clan leader nodded slightly, expressing his appreciation for Yanagishita's humility and foresight: "Yanagishita-kun, your humility and wisdom are admirable. I believe that with the passage of time, your skills will complement the Hyuga Gentle Fist."

After hearing what Yanagishita said, the elders gradually calmed down their opposition. They began to realize that Yanagishita was not challenging the tradition of the Hyuga family, but wanted to make progress together with them.

Lily of the valley stood quietly by, her eyes shifting between Yanagishita and the Hyuga clan leader. Her admiration for Yanagishita and her expectations for the future of the Hyuga clan were intertwined in her heart, forming a complex emotional entanglement.

As the conversation deepened, the originally tense atmosphere gradually eased, and even the elders who had previously had a bad attitude began to restrain their emotions, at least on the surface, they maintained respect for Yanagishita. However, when Yanagishita left with Kushina, the attitudes of these elders changed again.

They gathered together and complained in private, with dissatisfaction and resentment in their voices. They were jealous of Yanagishita's talent and the Hyuga clan leader's admiration for him, but they did not dare to really take action against Yanagishita. After all, Yanagishita's strength and potential were obvious to all, and there was a force behind him that could not be ignored.

Hinata Takuma showed a dissatisfied look on his face. He looked around at the elders around him, with obvious displeasure in his voice: "You have also seen that the clan leader praised Yanagishita highly. His talent and potential are indeed enviable."

The elder who came to his rescue also echoed, his tone revealing dissatisfaction: "Yes, I don't like outsiders being treated like this in our Hyuga family. No matter how talented he is, he is just an outsider."

The famously conservative Great Elder had a gloomy expression on his face. His voice was deep and powerful: "The clan leader is actually considering letting him combine his ninjutsu with ours. This is simply a disrespect to our traditions."

Hinata Takuma pondered, as if weighing something: "However, we cannot take action directly against Yanagishita. His strength and the forces behind him cannot be underestimated."

Another elder sneered, with a hint of cunning in his tone: "Then let's start with Linglan. She is a close friend of Liuxia, maybe we can use this to exert pressure."

"Yes, Lily of the Valley is a good entry point. If we can influence her, perhaps we can indirectly influence Liuxia." A gleam of light flashed in the eyes of an elder.

Hinata Takuma's mouth curled up into a cold smile: "In this way, we can not only maintain our position in the family, but also teach that ignorant kid a lesson."

The elder said confidently, “That’s it. We need to plan carefully and make sure every step is taken safely.”

The Great Elder's eyes were firm, and his voice revealed an unquestionable determination: "For the honor of the Hyuga family and our authority, we must take action."

The elders plotted in the meeting room, their voices revealing their desire for power and their dissatisfaction with Liuxia. However, they did not know that Linglan was not an easy target to surrender, and her tenacity and wisdom would be an unexpected factor in their plan.