[White Zetsu's hidden and infiltration abilities caused the Allied Forces a lot of trouble. Luckily, at this time, Naruto returned after mastering the Nine-Tails Chakra Mode, gaining the ability to sense malice. This allowed him to eliminate the threat of White Zetsu completely.]
[Later, Naruto and Hinata fought side by side on the battlefield.]
[When Naruto was in danger, it was Hinata who stepped forward first to protect him; when Naruto lost his will to fight, it was also Hinata's gentle slap that woke him up.]
[Unfortunately, Neji sacrificed himself in this war to protect Hinata.]
[But if Naruto falls into despair because of this, Neji's death would be in vain.]
[It was Hinata's encouragement that finally helped Naruto regain his spirit and continue fighting the enemy.]
[In the end, he led the Allied Forces to victory in the war.]
"Didn't they say Neji was the greatest genius the Hyuga clan has ever had? And he died so easily?"
Neji's death made Jiraiya and the others feel a bit unreal.
It's not that people can't die in war.
They were all veterans who came from war, so they knew how brutal it was.
In war, anyone could die.
But still, they hyped up Neji so much, calling him the greatest talent from the Hyuga clan. In the end, he died on the battlefield.
It was a bit ridiculous.
It made them feel like Neji, the genius of the Hyuga clan, might not have lived up to the hype.
"Neji can't really be considered overrated, right? In the branch family with limited resources, he developed the Hyuga clan's so-called ultimate defense, the Rotation. He also performed well in the Chunin Exams. If it wasn't for meeting Naruto..."
At this point, the Third Hokage glanced at Naruto, and his meaning was clear.
Encountering the male protagonist from Naruto, the Child of Prophecy of the ninja world, losing wasn't such an unbearable thing.
"Is that so? That's quite a pity then."
"Thankfully, the ninja world in reality is different from the one on the screen. Whether the Fourth Great Ninja War will even happen is still uncertain, after all..."
Hearing this, everyone turned their gaze to Obito.
After all, the successor of Uchiha Madara, the mastermind behind the Akatsuki, and the one who started the Fourth Ninja War, had returned to Konoha.
Also, Kabuto, who had resurrected many powerful figures during the Fourth War, was still under Orochimaru's care, so the war probably wouldn't break out.
"Not necessarily. Isn't the one said to be the manifestation of Uchiha Madara's will, Zetsu, hiding somewhere in the ninja world? Plus, there are also tens of thousands of White Zetsus. That's a potential danger."
"Heh, it all depends on how well Obito can act. Let's see if he can get the information about where White Zetsu is hiding, and manage to trick Zetsu into coming to Konoha."
"I'll try my best."
For a moment, Obito felt overwhelmed.
While everyone was putting pressure on Obito, Kushina, who was growing more and more satisfied with Hinata, noticed that her son's mood seemed to be down.
"What's wrong, son?"
"Neji... Neji is dead. Neji, the genius of the Hyuga clan, is dead..."
"Silly son, maybe in the original timeline he would have died in that war, but in reality, he doesn't have to die in the Fourth Great Ninja War."
"I know, mom, but when I saw Neji die to protect me and Hinata, it really hurt my heart."
"Feeling hurt is normal."
Kushina gave Naruto a loving hug and continued, "How about we invite Neji over tomorrow? We can have a meal together."
"Mom, that sounds like a good idea."
"Right? And we can also invite Hinata."
"Uh, let's just keep watching the screen for now."
[Although at the beginning, Hinata was just an unnoticed background character, the character itself has life; she will grow, and gradually take root and sprout.]
[Her ninja way, just like Naruto, is to say what she means and never give up.]
[Her dream is to become like Naruto, to become the person she wants to be.]
[Maybe her strength won't become as powerful as Naruto's, but her heart has already become incredibly strong.]
[Hinata, from a timid and insecure little girl, has grown into an excellent ninja capable of standing on her own.]
[Throughout the years of growth, Naruto and Hinata have always encouraged and supported each other.]
[When Hinata was discouraged, it was Naruto who gave her a sense of security.]
[In return, when Naruto was lost, it was Hinata who gave him new hope.]
[Whenever Naruto needed companionship and encouragement the most, Hinata was always there by his side.]
[This seemingly fragile girl, with her gentleness and determination, built a spiritual harbor for Naruto, helping him dispel the darkness and gloom within, step by step toward his dreams.]
[In the end, this long-lasting unrequited love finally blossomed and bore fruit.]
[With Hinata's persistent determination, even if Naruto were a solid stone, he would eventually be softened.]
"Ah~ you two are just too sweet."
When Naruto and Hinata's wedding appeared on the screen, it immediately made everyone present smile like proud mothers.
Just as Asuma said, this couple is just too sweet.
"Ah hahahaha, my silly son has finally gotten married, not just married, huh~ Am I going to be a mother-in-law soon?"
Who is the happiest about Naruto and Hinata's marriage?
Of course, it's their parents, Minato and Kushina.
Compared to Kushina's straightforward and fiery personality, Minato's nature was undoubtedly much more calm and composed.
Though he was also happy to see Naruto get married, he wouldn't let out the same wild laugh that Kushina did.
"Naruto, you can't let Hinata get away!"
Naruto, blushing from the wedding scene on the screen, couldn't help but reply, "Don't worry, Dad, I know what to do."
"Hm? You really know what to do?"
It's not that Minato looked down on Naruto.
To him, his foolish son was completely clueless when it came to relationships.
Even though Kushina had taught Naruto how to pursue a girl, Minato still wasn't very optimistic about him.
"Stop being so naggy."
With a chuckle, Minato didn't tease Naruto any further, instead happily watching the scene on the screen of Naruto and Hinata in their wedding attire with Kushina.
"What's wrong, Tsunade? You seem a bit off."
Meanwhile, Orochimaru noticed Tsunade's odd expression and quietly said, "If you want, I could secretly help you resurrect Dan."
Tsunade adjusted her mood and looked at Orochimaru curiously, "Would you really do that?"
"No matter what, we grew up together. How could I bear to see you sad alone?"
Tsunade sneered, "Oh really? I don't believe it."
"Believe it or not, just tell me if you want me to resurrect Dan or not."
Unexpectedly, Tsunade didn't hesitate for long.
She merely glanced at Jiraiya, who was still foolishly grinning, and shook her head.
"Forget it, let what should be gone, be gone."
"You're not doing this just to protect that idiot's feelings, are you?"
"Heh~ Who knows?"
The part about Hinata and Shino's story, since it overlaps too much, will be saved for the Shino review later.
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