Chapter 29: Why Are You So Awesome? - The White Eyed Princess of Konoha

**Chapter 29: Why Are You So Awesome?** Unbeknownst to me, I've become so powerful! Thinking about her current strength, Hinata couldn't help but feel a swell of pride. Even Hasidama and Madara at the age of eleven probably didn't possess such prowess! Sure, Kakashi became a Jōnin at twelve and Uchiha Itachi led the Anbu at thirteen, basking in glory. However, did they truly have the strength of a Jōnin at that age? More likely, it was the attribute of "wise" augmenting their capabilities, granting them the qualities of a Jōnin. And what was the cost of such rapid enhancement? Kakashi, having exhausted his potential, is now just an elite Jōnin. Though partly because of the lack of training after Obito's death and the limitations of the Sharingan, undeniably, Kakashi's powers don’t match his reputation. Uchiha Itachi, let's not even mention, is plagued by illness, his vision nearly gone. Mulling over this, Hinata felt even more satisfied with herself. Born into the first great clan of the ninja world, with the highest potential eye technique, stellar talent, top-tier strength, and an adorable face that attracted countless fans. Hinata glanced into a mirror, deeply entranced by her reflection, unable to help but exclaim, "Why are you so awesome?!" The whole class: "..." Iruka had been passionately teaching at the podium, while the students below listened drowsily. Amidst Iruka's pause for breath, a rather narcissistic voice unexpectedly rang out in the classroom. "If only you were this awesome!" If that sentence were directed at someone else, it would be praise. But for someone to say it to their own reflection—what level of narcissism is that? We've never seen someone so shameless. Hinata soon noticed the strange silence in the class. Was Iruka not teaching anymore? Confused, she looked up to find all her classmates focused on her. Hinata: "???" Choji even stopped eating his chips, Shikamaru didn’t sleep, and even Sasuke couldn't hold the attention of Ino and Sakura—all eyes were fixated on her. "Ahem!" Iruka cleared his throat, loudly declaring, "Alright, stop looking back. It's class time. Everyone, focus on the blackboard!" Still puzzled, Hinata whispered to Shikamaru, "Shikamaru, did something just happen?" "Ahem!" Shikamaru gave Hinata a curious look and asked quietly, "Do you not remember what you just said?" Hinata shook her head, asking, "What did I say?" Shikamaru pointed at the mirror, saying, "You were looking into the mirror and said 'why are you so awesome.' Hey! Hinata, were you under a genjutsu or something?" Hinata blushed deeply, realizing she was merely being narcissistic. But... that was supposed to be an internal thought! Why did it come out aloud?! Hinata wished the ground would swallow her up. Her self-admiration had been exposed to the entire class—how could she show her face in the future? No choice! Biting her lip, Hinata decided she could only use her fists, as big as sandbags, to suppress the spreading rumors. Hinata tore a page from her notebook, writing: Anyone who dares spread what happened today, don't leave after school! Upon reading, pass it on to the next! Hinata handed the note to Choji, who passed it to Shikamaru... Could I, the great Hinata, not handle you little punks? Stop sneaking laughs! Eventually, the note reached Iruka, who returned it to Hinata, solemnly assuring he wouldn't spread it. Then the story spread like wildfire. Everyone promised not to talk, yet soon, every ninja in Konoha knew. The heiress of the Hyuga clan, their future leader, turned out to be an extremely narcissistic girl, enamored with her reflection daily. Over the next few days, Hinata noticed her father, Hiashi Hyuga, looking at her with an increasingly odd expression. Hinata became secretly vigilant after realizing it. "Could my father be feeling threatened by my growing strength, fearing I might one day usurp him, and planning to strike first, to silence me?" Scarred by palace drama series from her past life, Hinata was on high alert against Hiashi Hyuga. A few more days passed before Hiashi suddenly summoned Hinata to his room. Just as I thought... Hinata donned loose clothing, strapped on a couple of ninja tool pouches, prepared kunai and shuriken, even brought poison. Opening the door, she bowed respectfully, “Father!” “Hmm!” Hiashi nodded slightly, gesturing, “Sit down.” With that, Hiashi poured two cups of tea, lightly pushing one toward Hinata. “This is the new tea from the season, try it.” There wouldn’t be poison in it, right? Actually, all of this was Hinata’s self-entertainment; she really didn’t believe Hiashi would harm her. Lifting the cup gracefully, Hinata, in true noble lady style, savored the tea. Watching her, Hiashi spoke softly, “Hinata, you can act as you usually do.” Placing the cup down, Hinata nodded slightly, “Father, you jest. I always behave this way.” Do you think I haven't noticed you fighting Choji for snacks? Hiashi smiled faintly, continuing, “Hinata, you’re eleven now. Eventually, the future of the Hyuga clan will rest in your hands. You’ve grown, so it’s time I told you some things.” Finally! Excited, Hinata brimmed with anticipation. The well-kept secrets of the Hyuga clan, ancient ninja world mysteries, the history of the Otsutsuki clan, the ultimate technique of the Gentle Fist, the evolution path of the Byakugan, and the truth about the Sage of Six Paths... I want to know it all. Hiashi pulled out a box, using a secret method to open it, revealing scrolls inside. “The Hyuga clan has a thousand-year legacy. Before Konoha was founded, we were already a top-tier clan in the ninja world.” “For a thousand years, we’ve amassed countless wealth. Here’s our holdings in the Land of Fire, here’s in the Land of Lightning, here’s in the Land of Earth, here’s...” Hinata sighed internally. I want to hear about ninja secrets! Not how wealthy the Hyuga clan is—and I certainly don’t want to hear you brag about it! After all, these assets will one day be mine! Right! In that case, I’d better listen closely. Maybe even memorize it all!