Chapter 6: KST 006: Was Konoha Just Saved by Ultraman?
The Tenseigan, besides its signature abilities, Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion and Silver Wheel Reincarnation Explosion, also possessed various other powers. It was the ultimate evolution of the Byakugan.
Among them, the ability to wirelessly control puppets is extraordinary.
Controlled puppets can even be granted a certain degree of self-awareness, and they far surpass the Puppet technique in both quantity and quality.
It was a puppet controlled by Natsuki that deflected Hinata's Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion.
Hinata's Truth-Seeking Orb caused such a commotion that the entire population of Konoha noticed it, and Natsuki, of course, had long been aware.
But in order to avoid exposing his identity, Natsuki used the puppet manipulation ability he had just obtained from Hinata.
Currently, he only possesses the ability to control puppets, and the abilities related to gravity.
He couldn't even use Truth-Seeking Orbs, let alone Golden or Silver Wheel Reincarnation Explosions, and he lacked the backing of a powerful clan.
The consequences of direct exposure at the moment were unimaginable to him.
However, the appearance of this puppet was a bit…unique. It was Natsuki's latest creation, hidden in his warehouse.
Even his sister, Kurenai, hadn't seen it.
At this moment, the people of Konoha looked at each other in bewilderment, completely dumbfounded.
They were shocked by the destructive power possessed by Hinata at such a young age, and puzzled by the sudden appearance of this strange figure.
Flight and levitation were rare abilities in the ninja world.
But, now there were two powerhouses using the exact rare ability in Konoha?
"Unbelievable, the Hyūga Clan is so strong. That little Hinata seems to have awakened an incredible eye."
"Are... are we saved? If that attack had hit Konoha, the damage would probably be no less than the Nine-Tails' Rampage, right?"
"It seems like it. So, we were saved by that Ultra... Ultraman?"
Don't ask the people of Konoha how they knew about Ultraman.
It was simply because Natsuki's puppet was indeed shaped like Ultraman. Most importantly, the large characters for "Ultraman" were written ostentatiously on its back.
As long as people weren't blind, they could see it.
Just then, Hinata, exhausted, finally lost her strength. Her body swayed and she fell from the sky.
Before Hiashi and the others below could react,
the small "Ultraman" in the sky caught her and, using gravity control, returned her to the Hyūga Clan.
"Who are you?"
"What is your purpose in coming to Konoha?"
The Third Hokage asked in a deep voice. He recognized little Hinata, but not this mysterious figure. In all his years leading Konoha, he had never encountered anything like it before.
While the other party seemed to have saved Konoha just now, there was no guarantee that this wasn't a scene they orchestrated themselves.
"Me? I am Ultraman Zeta!"
"From the distant Land of Light."
"I bear no ill will towards Konoha. I even gave you a small gift. Otherwise, do you think that little girl would possess such power?"
The "Ultraman" controlled by Natsuki responded unhurriedly, his voice amplified by Chakra and resounding throughout Konoha: "As the first place I have descended upon, I have brought some gifts for the children of Konoha.
"These are transformation devices. Only those who uphold justice, hope, and courage in their hearts can activate them.
"Just hold the transformation device up to the sky and shout: Transform!
"You too can become as powerful as me!"
After speaking, Ultraman suddenly took out a handful of transformation devices and scattered them from the sky over Konoha.
Under the influence of gravity, they disappeared in the blink of an eye.
The adults might still retain some rationality, but the children, who worshipped the strong, were already cheering.
"Ultraman!"
"I want to become Ultraman!"
Children's cheers echoed throughout Konoha.
The Third Hokage's face darkened; he felt things were gradually spiraling out of control.
What happened today was too bizarre. Even the Nine-Tails' Rampage hadn't made him feel this troubled.
With a glance, several ANBU members quickly disappeared.
They were going to retrieve those transformation devices. Whether real or fake, such dangerous items couldn't be left circulating.
"Alright, the gifts have been delivered. Well then, children, until we meet again!
"Wait, Ultraman Zeta, we..."
Before the Third Hokage could finish, Ultraman rapidly ascended and vanished into the vast sea of clouds in the blink of an eye.
"Thank you all for your help. Now that my daughter has been found, I won't disturb you any longer. I'll visit again another day to express my gratitude."
Hiashi waved his hand, and the entire Hyūga Clan withdrew in an instant.
After all, this chaos was caused by Hinata. If they didn't leave now, they would be questioned by everyone, and there was also the matter of Hinata's aftermath to deal with.
Some things were better discussed in private.
"Wait..."
The crowd was still staring at the sky where Ultraman had disappeared when the Hyūga Clan vanished as well.
Hiruzen looked at the cracked likeness of his in the Hokage Rock and the levelled Hokage Tower.
The Uchiha clan hadn't been dealt with yet, and now the Hyūga showed signs of rising.
Now, this Ultraman of unknown strength running around.
He was old. If he didn't work harder to clear obstacles for future generations, how could the Sarutobi Clan compete with these people? Would they fade into obscurity like the Senju?
A feeling of extreme frustration welled up in his heart.
Finally...
"Pfft!!!"
Hiruzen spat out a mouthful of blood towards the sky and collapsed to the ground.
"Hokage, Lord Hokage!"
"Oh no, Lord Hokage was attacked by Ultraman!"
...
"Nearly a hundred meters wide and about thirty kilometers long. Such terrifying destructive power."
Afterward, various forces went to assess the damage caused by Hinata's Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion.
The results were horrifying.
However, little Hinata couldn't use that power again after that display. It was unknown whether it was temporarily unusable or, as Ultraman claimed, was a power bestowed by him.
But the fact that Hinata had awakened an eye more powerful than the Byakugan was indisputable.
"This incident has also made some of the more aggressive members of our clan understand the power outside of the Uchiha, and their attitude has softened somewhat."
Shisui, hidden in a thicket, gazed at the enormous man-made canyon and said.
"Indeed, rebelling against Konoha would never have succeeded. Not to mention the forces directly under the Hokage and Danzō, and the various clans, even the seemingly nominal noble Hyūga Clan cannot be underestimated.
"A clan with a thousand years of heritage is truly not that simple. Just as Lord Hokage said, the strength we can see on the surface is still too superficial."
Behind Shisui, Itachi responded with a solemn expression, the lines on his delicate, young face becoming increasingly distinct.
"Konoha cannot endure another war. We must safeguard Konoha's peace at all costs!"
…
In the Akimichi household, chubby little Chōji secretly closed his bedroom door and hid inside.
He carefully took out a toy from his favorite snack bag.
Konoha had been confiscating these things recently, and he had managed to hide this one with great difficulty.
His bright little eyes stared intently at the object in his hand.
His mind was filled with the image of the imposing Ultraman in the sky.
The toy in his hand was none other than the Ultraman transformation device that Natsuki had thrown out!