Naruto: Wood-Wood Fruit

"Break the Caged Bird Seal?"

On the grassy field.

Neji looked at Kiyoshi, who had spoken such astonishing words, without any visible excitement.

He met Kiyoshi's gaze, his voice calm yet somber.

"For countless years, many in the Hyuga Clan have dreamed of breaking free from the Caged Bird Seal.

But not one of them has succeeded—instead, each one paid with their life."

He didn't believe that Kiyoshi could achieve such an impossible feat.

After all, even if Kiyoshi was strong, releasing a seal was a completely different thing.

There was no way he could break the Caged Bird Seal, which had bound the branch members of the Hyuga Clan for centuries, with no one ever able to escape it.

Perhaps only a powerful figure like the Third Hokage might stand a chance.

But even that was uncertain.

"Yes, for most people, it is impossible to undo."

Kiyoshi nodded. "The seal on you doesn't only link to your optic nerves, it's directly tied to the brain's nerves. Just a simple hand sign from the caster can activate it instantly."

"It can bring you branch members unbearable pain—or end your life in seconds."

"Plus, it has multiple self-triggering mechanisms. If anyone tries to forcibly break the Caged Bird Seal, the complex sealing techniques will automatically activate."

Earlier, he had thoroughly inspected the Caged Bird Seal.

It was indeed a fearsome, seemingly hopeless curse seal.

Extremely intricate and ruthlessly woven, connected directly to the brain's neural pathways.

Even if someone proficient in sealing techniques wanted to remove it, success was unlikely. The slightest mistake could result in the death of the one bearing the seal.

Neji looked at Kiyoshi in surprise. "After just a brief inspection, you already understand it so thoroughly."

"This should make it clear to you how impossible it is to remove."

A bitter smile formed on his lips.

A hint of gloom appeared on his face.

If this curse mark could be easily broken, it wouldn't be called the "Caged Bird."

"External force—yes, it's nearly impossible to break."

Kiyoshi smiled, "But from within, it's much easier."

"Your Hyuga clan may possess Byakugan that allows for a near 360-degree view of the body, observing chakra flow, but few specialize in sealing techniques.

The level is basic at best, and you lack the necessary skills."

"However, I know a unique forbidden jutsu that allows my consciousness to leave my own body, enter someone else's, and take control of it."

Seeing Neji's widening eyes.

Kiyoshi didn't elaborate further, he simply asked, smiling, "Do you want to take the chance?"

If Neji chose to trust him, Kiyoshi wouldn't mind helping him break free from the Caged Bird and take control of his own destiny.

"..."

Neji's expression shifted.

It was becoming impossible for him to remain calm.

He looked at Kiyoshi with disbelief, "Can you really do it?"

"Think about it carefully. When you're ready, come find me before I leave Konoha."

Kiyoshi shrugged.

Stretching his arms, he lay back on the grass.

With his hands behind his head, he closed his eyes, relaxing there.

"Wait, there's no need to think."

Looking at Kiyoshi before him, Neji's face showed hesitation, but soon, it hardened with determination. "I trust you."

"Help me Kiyoshi."

He stood up immediately.

With resolute conviction and excitement, he bowed deeply to Kiyoshi. "Please, free me from the Caged Bird Seal."

"Are you prepared for failure, even if it costs your life?"

Kiyoshi opened his eyes.

He looked at Neji, whose face showed unshakable resolve.

Kiyoshi hadn't expected him to make a decision so quickly.

After all, this was a matter of life and death.

Though Kiyoshi was known for his talent. For most people, he was just a young powerful shinobi who lacked real world experience.

They would never make such a decision so hastily.

"If I don't try, my future is already predetermined."

Neji's gaze was resolute, and he clenched his fist tightly. "If that's the case, I would rather take a gamble."

"At least, in you, Kiyoshi, I see a glimmer of hope."

He knelt down, pressing his head to the ground.

With unwavering commitment, he bowed deeply to Kiyoshi.

"Kiyoshi, please help me. If you ever need anything in the future, I will not hesitate to assist you."

"Enough, don't be so formal."

Seeing Neji's firm resolve, Kiyoshi got up immediately.

He motioned for Neji to sit cross legged. "We're friends. This is something I'm happy to do."

"Wait, Kiyoshi, shouldn't we move somewhere else?" Neji hesitated, then asked.

"Don't worry, no one will disturb us here," Kiyoshi smiled.

As he spoke, he raised his right hand.

A small wooden carving appeared in his palm.

It transformed into a miniature version of himself, hopping out onto the ground.

"What is this?" Neji couldn't help but stare wide-eyed.

"This is a miniature wood clone I developed. Don't underestimate its combat abilities," Kiyoshi explained with a smile.

After his battle with Danzo, he had the idea to develop a wood clone capable of the same strength as his regular clones but in a smaller form.

Over the past two years, Kiyoshi had worked tirelessly to achieve this.

Now he had succeeded in creating a miniature wood clone with considerable strength.

Even when his soul left his body, the miniature clone could "inhabit" his form, taking control over his physical body.

Because it controlled his own form, it could exert even greater strength than a typical wood clone.

It could handle sudden situations and keep his body safe from harm.

"Relax completely. I need to take control of your body now—don't resist," Kiyoshi reminded him.

The moment his spirit left his body.

The palm-sized miniature wood clone quickly burrowed into his body.

"Whoosh..."

In Neji's astonished gaze.

In an instant, his vision blurred.

Suddenly, he saw Kiyoshi standing in his mental realm.

"Whoosh..." The massive surge of chakra made Neji tremble in awe. "What incredible power is this?"

"Byakugan."

Kiyoshi took control of Neji's body.

In a flash, he activated the Byakugan, granting him an unrestricted near 360-degree field of vision—an extraordinary sensation.

In the next moment, he brought his fingers together in front of him.

Guiding his own chakra.

He directed it toward Neji's neural pathways.

Meanwhile, in the mental realm, Neji watched with amazement as Kiyoshi took control of his body.

With a masterful manipulation of chakra, Kiyoshi quickly blocked and sealed off the Caged Bird's curse seal within Neji.

Rendering it temporarily inactive, unable to activate.

Gradually, piece by piece, he began to dismantle it.

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