After all, Ayane's matter has long been discussed with the Hyuga Clan, and once Ayane's identity is made public, her clan will be responsible for mitigating the impact.
We can't let chaos erupt within the village; that's the primary condition.
"In the past, there has been no precedent for renegade ninjas from the Hyuga Clan, so the village hasn't deeply researched strategies to restrict the Byakugan. It seems troublesome over in the Land of Grass."
After hearing Mitokado Homura's words, Utatane Koharu nodded in agreement.
Although Jiraiya wants the village to quickly formulate a strategy against the Byakugan, the Byakugan isn't a typical Kekkeigenkai.
Even using Genjutsu: Darkness Path Jutsu from the Sealing Book, it's impossible to seal the Byakugan.
Byakugan is an advanced X-ray Dojutsu capable of seeing the human meridian system clearly, unless the body's meridian system doesn't exist. Otherwise, any chakra flow can be perceived in advance by a Byakugan Ninja.
This is why many villages covet and envy the Byakugan.
"Currently, most Uchiha clan ninjas are distributed in the Land of Rain, cooperating with Orochimaru against Hidden Sand, while a few are concentrated in the Land of Hot Water to guard against Hidden Cloud. Even if we use the Byakugan against the Byakugan, the Hyuga Clan is internally chaotic, and it's unknown when they'll settle down."
"If you had supported me earlier to complete the Wood Style plan, we wouldn't be in this predicament now. Even facing the Byakugan, there's nothing to fear."
Danzo spoke, his eyes revealing coldness and obsession with Wood Style.
"But that experiment itself is too unstable, sacrificing many excellent ninjas for it. We can't make the same mistake."
Upon hearing this from Hiruzen, Danzo snorted coldly.
"Hiruzen, is there anyone in the Anbu that can counter the Byakugan?"
Utatane Koharu inquired.
Anbu is gathered with many of the village's elite ninjas, regardless of Kekkeigenkai or Secret Technique, all are equipped.
Hiruzen replied: "There are a few candidates to restrict the Byakugan, but it's impossible to completely block it. Moreover, Hyuga Ayane is not an ordinary Hyuga ninja; like Uchiha Ruri, she's a genius who became Jonin at just sixteen. Her strength isn't merely in her Byakugan."
Mentioning Uchiha Ruri, Danzo and the others fell into contemplation.
Even among members of the same clan, there are vast differences.
On the night of the defection incident, Ruri's strength was evident, able to confront Hiruzen the Hokage directly. It was hard to judge based on a long-term fight, but in the short term, she could hold her own.
If replaced with Ayane of similar level, it's no wonder the Land of Grass requires additional support.
It's not just the Byakugan issue but controlling the Byakugan. Not viewing Ayane like a typical Hyuga ninja is crucial; otherwise, we'll suffer significantly.
"I remember a Genin named Might Duy... he might be suitable for this task."
Danzo suddenly recalled, mentioning this ninja who left a deep impression on him.
On the night of the defection incident, Genin named 'Might Duy' performed outstandingly, making him quite intrigued.
Unfortunately, through later contact, he realized such talent wasn't suitable for development in his Root.
He feared absorbing such a hot-blooded fool would turn his Root into chaos, like wearing that bizarre green tight suit...
Thinking of this, Danzo's eyelid twitched slightly.
"Duy is undergoing special training."
Hiruzen said.
"Special training?"
"Intensive special training in Taijutsu; I've sent a squad of Anbu to assist him."
Hiruzen responded.
Originally, he intended to develop Might Duy comprehensively, but apart from Taijutsu, Duy's talent in Ninja Techniques and Illusion Technique was dismal, so he abandoned this idea.
"His Taijutsu is strong enough to counter the Hyuga's Gentle Fist. Let him go to the battlefield in the Land of Grass with my Root. As for the Sharingan, it's a given, and since they appeared, the Byakugan must be recovered promptly!"
Danzo's sharp eyes stared straight at Hiruzen.
Noticing Danzo's determination, Hiruzen was silent for a moment, then nodded solemnly.