Fantasy beings. Regarding his "Stand" "Kaguya-hime," Yuki had gained a preliminary understanding after experiments over half a day.
First, "Kaguya-hime's" existence was visible only to him. Others, including Hyūga clan members who activated their "Byakugan," couldn't see her. Yuki had tested this during tonight's banquet by pretending to ask an uncle to show his Byakugan while secretly summoning "Kaguya-hime."
Since the "Byakugan" couldn't see her, the same-tier "Sharingan" likely couldn't either. Whether higher-level "Mangekyō Sharingan," "Rinnegan," "Tenseigan," etc., could remain debatable.
Second, in her ethereal state, "Kaguya-hime" was not only invisible but also untouchable. However, when attacking, she could enter a solid state to contact objects and humans, but in that state, she could also be contacted—meaning there was a risk of being attacked.
Third, "Kaguya-hime" could understand Yuki's commands and execute them, but her intelligence seemed low. She didn't actively communicate yet and couldn't comprehend overly complex statements. Controlling her via thought was possible, but verbal commands yielded higher execution and understanding.
By now, aside from "Tidal Moon," almost all of "Kaguya-hime's" abilities were understood. But currently, effects weren't significant since her initial attributes were extremely low. She couldn't do much yet… except dispel genjutsu.
From Yuki's understanding, ninja genjutsu primarily used hearing, touch, or vision as mediums to inject chakra into the target, causing hallucinations.
The methods to break it were simple: either disrupt one's own chakra flow or have someone else disrupt it—like inserting one's own notes into another's melody, naturally canceling it.
A more advanced method involved using foreign chakra within, like a tailed beast's assistance. Currently, "Kaguya-hime's" existence precisely fits this condition.
So earlier, when Dabui placed his hand on Yuki's head, Yuki had preemptively ordered "Kaguya-hime" to intervene if his state became abnormal—merge their chakra to dispel the genjutsu.
But the situation still wasn't great… After all, Yuki was still being carried on Dabui's shoulder, about to exit the Hyūga estate's boundaries.
If this continued, Yuki's personal safety wouldn't be the issue; Hiashi would surely notice and chase to eliminate Dabui. But that would still trigger chain reactions.
So from this perspective, although Dabui was a bastard, he couldn't die. Otherwise, his death would become Kumogakure's bargaining chip.
Though this chip was truly ridiculous—their subordinate attempted kidnapping in someone's home, got caught and killed, yet shamelessly demanded compensation. Who gave Kumogakure people the nerve…
Must ensure personal safety yet avoid fatalities—both conditions must be met.
Judging from location and his speed, leaving the Hyūga estate would take about a minute… Must break the situation quickly.
"Kaguya-hime! Use ability 'Tidal Moon'!"
Instantly, Yuki silently shouted in his mind, though he also made a slight sound verbally—uncertain whether the floating "Kaguya-hime" might be asleep… After all, she wasn't always reliable.
Simultaneously, the petite figure floating nearby abruptly looked up at the moon hanging in the night sky!
"…"
As "Kaguya-hime's" pure white pupils gazed at the moon, white light began shimmering around her body, like fireflies glowing in the night!
Here it comes! This is "Tidal Moon"!
The moment "Kaguya-hime" started absorbing moonlight, Yuki felt explosive power filling that petite, adorable form!
After about five seconds, the white light circling "Kaguya-hime" stabilized. Her basic attributes had massively increased!
Normal state: Kaguya-hime's Stand attributes—Destructive Power: E, Speed: E, Range: E, Persistence: E, Precision: D, Developmental Potential: ?
After absorbing moonlight: Kaguya-hime's Stand attributes—Destructive Power: C, Speed: C, Range: B, Persistence: B, Precision: C, Developmental Potential: ?
If calculated multiplicatively, her current attributes were several times higher than initial, especially "Range" and "Persistence."
Typically, Range E Stands couldn't leave the user; Range D could move within five meters; Range C expanded to ten meters; and Range B increased to around thirty meters.
In other words, "Kaguya-hime" could now freely move within about thirty meters and possessed certain attacking capabilities. As for its strength…
Boom! Just as Dabui was about to escape the Hyūga estate, the beautiful, intact eaves above his head emitted a loud noise! Then the entire thing shattered!
Originally, the Hyūga estate's architecture was pure wood and very spacious. Such loud noise would naturally travel far in the quiet night.
The Hyūga clan already had their own hidden guards. Ordinary children crying might be ignored, but such a huge roaring sound was completely different.
"Damn! What's happening?!"
Seeing the inexplicably shattered eaves above, Dabui's naturally narrow eyes widened—he saw no one attacking!
Regardless, Dabui's plan to quietly withdraw was ruined. The Hyūga's hidden guards would surely chase quickly!
Now "Kaguya-hime's" destructive power seemed decent, at least in this state.
Though Dabui saw nothing, Yuki, as her master, saw clearly.
When he silently issued the command, that petite figure swiftly flew from his side, directlycharging at the eaves, and slapped…
Just that one slap blasted a hole almost large enough for a person through the eaves, sending wooden pieces and tiles flying!
If such a destructive force directly hit a person, it definitely wouldn't be harmless. Of course, this applied to ordinary people; against ninja, it might not be as effective.
But regardless, with "Kaguya-hime" able to play some role, the situation wasn't completely passive for Yuki. Otherwise, a three-year-old facing a Jōnin had no resistance.
Damn! Must escape quickly; otherwise, if surrounded…
"Huh? What's that sound over there? Go check immediately!"
Just as Dabui was flustered by the sudden disturbance, noises came from rooftops not far away, rapidly approaching!
The Hyūga clan, as one of Konoha's major clans, naturally had excellent hidden guards, almost all experts comparable to "ANBU" level.
Dabui's earlier easy infiltration relied on years of undercover work in Konoha. If truly discovered by hidden guards, escape would be impossible.
All or nothing! "Lightning Style: Lightning Mirage!"
Sensing those approaching presences, Dabui knew sneaking away was impossible. He immediately used his most skilled "Lightning Style jutsu," maximizing his movement speed!