Naruto: The Tale of an Otsutsuki

The battle in the Hyuga Clan's training ground was over, but the ripples it caused were far from settled. Kirito, now a graduate of the Ninja Academy and victor of the duel against the Hyuga Clan's leaders, had cemented his place as a force to be reckoned with. The crowd dispersed, leaving whispers of his strength echoing through the night.

A Quiet Resolve

Under the moonlight, Kirito stood at the edge of Konoha, looking out over the village that had been both his home and battlefield. His white eyes caught the faint glimmers of light from distant houses.

The battle had drained him more mentally than physically. The clash with Hiashi and Hizashi wasn't just a fight for survival; it was a fight for freedom, a declaration that he would no longer be bound by the traditions that sought to cage him.

As the cool breeze swept past, he whispered to himself, "It's done. No more chains."

The cheers from the crowd earlier still rang in his ears. For the branch family, his victory was more than just a personal triumph—it was a spark of hope. But Kirito wasn't naïve; he knew the elders wouldn't let this matter rest easily.

A New Perspective

At the Hyuga Clan's estate, Hiashi and Hizashi sat in silence. The tension from the battle still hung heavy in the air.

"Brother," Hizashi began, his voice low but steady, "did we make the right choice?"

Hiashi closed his eyes for a moment before responding. "Traditions are meant to protect us, but there are times when they must bend, or they will break. Kirito… he may be the change we need."

Hizashi nodded. "But the elders won't see it that way."

Hiashi exhaled deeply. "No, they won't. But let them try. Kirito has proven he is more than capable of standing his ground. Perhaps it's time we rethink what the Caged Bird Seal truly represents."

Celebration at Ichiraku Ramen

Later that evening, Kirito found himself at Ichiraku Ramen, treating Naruto to the promised bowl of ramen.

"Here's to graduating and becoming real ninjas!" Naruto exclaimed, raising his bowl of ramen like a toast before diving into it with gusto.

Kirito smiled, amused by Naruto's boundless energy. "Slow down, Naruto. You don't want to choke before you even get your ninja headband."

Naruto grinned, noodles hanging from his mouth. "You watch, Kirito! Next year, I'll pass that exam for sure. Then we'll be on missions together!"

Ayame, Teuchi's daughter, chuckled from behind the counter. "Naruto, maybe you should focus on passing this year's tests first."

"Hey!" Naruto pouted but quickly returned to his bowl, the slight scolding doing little to dampen his spirits.

As Kirito watched Naruto's antics, a small smile tugged at his lips. For a moment, the burdens of the Hyuga Clan and the challenges ahead seemed distant.

Looking Ahead

The next morning, Kirito stood outside the village's photo studio, a slight sense of amusement bubbling up as he posed for his ninja registration photo. The photographer tried to get him to smile, but Kirito's usual calm demeanor refused to budge.

"Just take the picture," Kirito said, his tone neutral but not unfriendly.

The resulting photo captured his sharp silver hair, white eyes, and calm expression—a perfect reflection of the young ninja who had defied tradition and walked his own path.

As he received his ninja registration number—012570—Kirito couldn't help but feel a surge of pride. This wasn't just a number; it was a symbol of his freedom, his identity, and the road he was forging for himself.

Reflections

That night, Kirito returned to his makeshift home, a quiet place far removed from the grandeur of the Hyuga estate. He looked at the headband resting on his desk, the polished metal reflecting the faint glow of moonlight.

"Tomorrow," he thought, "a new chapter begins."

With the Hyuga Clan's matter settled and his future as a ninja set in motion, Kirito finally allowed himself to rest, his mind filled with plans for the road ahead.

"This world… it's mine to shape now."

(End of Chapter 13)

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