Chapter 42: Little Hinata Actually Looks Forward to Orochimaru - The White Eyed Princess of Konoha

Chapter 42: Little Hinata Actually Looks Forward to Orochimaru Konoha Ninja Registration Name: Hinata Hyuga Gender: Female Date of Birth: December 27 (Capricorn) Age: 12 Ninja ID: 012612 Biography: Hmm... too much info; one form isn't enough. Attached was a photograph capturing the pure and adorable essence of Hinata, her sweet smile seemingly free from malice. From the photo, one would never suspect that her heart harbored any darkness. Hinata is undoubtedly a kind and innocent young girl. The Third Hokage exhaled a puff of smoke, looked up at Kakashi, and particularly eyed Kakashi's abdomen... How could he suppress the urge to laugh? Ahem! Best to hold it in. He couldn't let go of the Hokage’s dignity before a subordinate, let alone ridicule one and rub salt in their wounds. A test and assessment targeted at Leaf's Genin left the elite Jonin of Konoha—renowned as the 'Copy Ninja' Kakashi Hatake—suffering a work-related injury. No matter how one viewed it, it all seemed like a joke. But Kakashi was indeed injured, having specifically gone to Konoha Hospital. He had laid out the hospital's invoices and treatment slips on the Hokage's desk. He even wanted the Third Hokage to cover the expenses! Hmm... If Kakashi wasn’t attempting to misappropriate some public funds, then he genuinely got beaten up. After listening to Kakashi's report, the Third Hokage pondered a moment and said, “Kakashi, since they've passed your test, I'll leave them in your care. Especially Naruto, you must pay more attention to him.” Hinata’s astonishing prowess surprised the Third Hokage, a note he stored away in his mind. Through Hinata's six years at the Ninja Academy, he thought he understood her reasonably well. Hinata's character... how to put it? Perhaps it could be said that she’s carefree! With such a person, the Third Hokage had no concerns. Kids growing up in peacetime wouldn't harbor too many ambitions or darkness. His actual worry was the Hyuga family. Hiashi Hyuga was usually sensible, compliant over these years, even sending both daughters to the academy. Any child of age from the Hyuga family was actually enrolled by him. The most impressive aspect of the academy isn't its teaching quality but its indoctrination. However, many of the Hyuga elders were from the Third Hokage's generation and might not have a strong emotional attachment to Konoha. A genius emerging from Konoha is beneficial. But, a genius surnamed Hyuga isn't so ideal. Particularly now, in Konoha, among ninja clans, the Hyuga could be seen as hegemonic. Upon witnessing Hinata's talents, some inevitable thoughts would arise. The Third Hokage massaged his temples, sensing that he could no longer keep pace with the enormous responsibilities of a Hokage. He could only hope Hiashi and Hizashi Hyuga could keep the Hyuga family in check! Konoha presently faced a generational gap. Without the Obito and Rin incident, Kakashi would have been the optimal choice for the next Hokage. But now... Kakashi had been despondent for a long time, lacking the strength and commitment. Once the Fifth Hokage is chosen, Danzō Shimura might rise again. That's something the Third Hokage wished to avoid. Jiraiya is free-spirited and disinterested in the role of Hokage, and Tsunade, traumatized by hemophobia, couldn’t continue her ninja career. The Nine-Tails incident cost Konoha a significant amount of core strength; Kakashi’s generation was not yet mature, and Naruto’s generation was just beginning to flourish. The Third Hokage faced a lot of pressure as well. He didn’t truly wish to suppress anyone; he merely wanted to maintain village balance, preventing any singular faction from dominating. But who doesn't want to stand out? The role of Hokage often offends people. For example, the Third Hokage, without realizing it, had offended a certain someone with a vengeful nature. … ‘Knock! Knock! Knock!’ Hearing the knock, Hinata got up from bed to open the door. "Yo! Hanabi, here to see your sister?" Hinata hoisted Hanabi up with a playful bounce, unable to resist the quip, “Hanabi, you seem to have gained some weight lately!” Hanabi blushed slightly, her voice soft, “Sister, Father said he wants to celebrate for you tonight!” Placing Hanabi on the bed, Hinata sighed, “What a hassle!” Celebrating Hinata becoming a Genin was certainly a joyous occasion, but Hyuga family celebrations were laced with intricate formalities. As the Hyuga heiress, on her birthdays, members of all generations from the Hyuga clan would present gifts, with grand birthday celebrations held. Now, with Hinata's step into a ninja career, albeit small, elders would likely attend any celebration planned. Hinata appreciated merriment but preferred the camaraderie of peers. With elders present, the atmosphere struggled to stay lively. Especially the elders of the Hyuga family, with their emphasis on etiquette and hierarchy. Putting aside worries, Hinata pinched Hanabi’s cheeks with a smile, asking, “Hanabi, have you been well-behaved at school?” Hanabi nodded her little head, then recalled something unpleasant, frowning slightly, “It’s just that Konohamaru in class is a bit annoying. He seems to have learned a jutsu from someone and got reprimanded by the teacher!” Konohamaru? Jutsu? It couldn’t be that 'Sexy Jutsu' Naruto taught him, could it? Hinata inhaled sharply. Konohamaru, I'll deal with you. Just you wait till the Third dies! Beat the Third! Beat the Third! Beat the Third! See these perverse teachings from grandfather to grandson! Right! And Naruto! You’re dead tomorrow! Moreover, Hinata also recalled another thing. While she hadn't watched Boruto in her past life, there was an Internet rumor that Hanabi Hyuga and Konohamaru Sarutobi ended up together... Bah! I do not approve! Hinata's eyes glinted with hostility, adding three new names to her blacklist. Apart from Sasuke Uchiha, Tokuma Hyuga, Hiashi Hyuga, and Kakashi, there’s now the Third Hokage, Naruto Uzumaki, and Konohamaru Sarutobi. One corrupted his grandson, another his protégé, and the last wasn’t a decent individual to begin with. Orochimaru, whether or not I can beat the Hokage's grandson depends on your plan’s success. What goes around comes around. The Third Hokage was pondering how to suppress the Hyuga clan, while Hinata Hyuga was hoping for his demise. In the original story’s preliminary round of the Chūnin Exams, Neji Hyuga vs. Hinata Hyuga was essentially the Third’s doing. Resulting in the original Hinata sustaining severe injuries. Therefore, one ought to be kind and avoid harboring malicious designs. It’s karma, do come knocking. The Third Hokage’s grandson pines for Hinata’s sister, and now, here is retribution! As time was nearly up, Hinata took Hanabi's little hand, ready to perfunctorily—yes, no typo there—perform her duties!