CHAPTER 104
"Taijutsu suitable for me?"
Guy was stunned for a moment, unable to react immediately.
"That technique is called Rotation."
Hyuga Yukian's calm voice echoed through the tent as his remaining white eye stared directly at Guy.
Guy's heart suddenly tightened.
Rotation.
The Hyuga Clan's signature Taijutsu.
The technique known as absolute defense.
A defensive wall of Chakra without blind spots.
And now he was actually going to teach him?
Ignoring Guy's shock, Hyuga Yukian continued explaining.
"The principle of Rotation is to precisely release Chakra from the major tenketsu throughout the body."
"Combined with specialized rotational movements, it forms a high-speed rotating defensive field that covers the entire body."
"It requires extremely high precision in Chakra control, tenketsu perception, and instantaneous Chakra output."
"Furthermore, it requires the Byakugan's vision to provide the most precise guidance for the tenketsu and complete awareness of the surrounding area."
He paused and swept his gaze across everyone in the tent.
"Therefore, ordinary people cannot learn it."
"Even if they understand the principles, without the Byakugan's perception and the Hyuga Clan's unique methods of Chakra control, they cannot truly perform it."
The tent fell silent enough for everyone to hear their own heartbeats.
Ebisu pushed up his sunglasses.
Genma's senbon stopped rotating in his mouth.
Guy unconsciously held his breath and felt a thin layer of sweat form on his palms.
Then Hyuga Yukian's gaze returned to him.
"But..."
He changed the subject.
"Your nunchaku has a unique combat style."
Guy's expression became serious.
"The chain connects two short staffs together, allowing a wide attack range and unpredictable trajectories."
Hyuga Yukian's gaze settled on the dark-gold nunchaku hanging at Guy's waist.
"More importantly, when swung at high speed, it utilizes both the chain's length and centrifugal force."
"It can create coverage over nearly every angle around the user."
Guy's breathing became slightly faster.
He already had a vague idea of what Hyuga Yukian was trying to say.
"In terms of form, this bears some resemblance to Rotation's concept of creating an 'absolute defense.'"
Hyuga Yukian's voice remained calm, but every word struck directly into Guy's mind.
"If the high-speed rotation of the nunchaku could be combined with the concept behind Rotation's all-around, blind-spot-free protection..."
"Then perhaps it could produce unexpected results."
"It would not be a defensive wall created by Chakra."
"Instead, it would use your weapon, combined with your Taijutsu and movement, to form a defensive sphere where offense becomes defense, or where offense and defense become one."
So that was it.
Guy instantly understood what Hyuga Yukian meant.
The captain had seen the unique characteristics of the nunchaku and the compatibility it shared with the concept behind Rotation.
But understanding it was one thing.
However...
That was Rotation.
A secret technique of the Hyuga Clan.
One of the clan's most guarded inheritances.
How could Hyuga Yukian casually pass it on to someone else?
"I am not teaching you the true Rotation."
As if reading Guy's thoughts, Hyuga Yukian gently shook his head.
"I cannot and will not teach you the core secrets of the Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist."
"Those involve the complete Byakugan system, precise tenketsu strikes, Chakra manipulation, and defensive methods."
He paused.
A rare trace of certainty appeared in his eye.
"What I wish to discuss is merely a technical concept."
"A concept regarding how high-speed rotation and all-around attacks can create a form of absolute defense."
Guy opened his mouth but found himself unable to speak.
"After fighting beside you, especially after seeing how you use those nunchaku, I developed a feeling..."
Hyuga Yukian looked directly at him.
"Even if I said nothing, with your talent for Taijutsu and your mastery of that unusual weapon, if you continued practicing..."
"Then sooner or later, you would develop a defensive method similar in effect to Rotation on your own."
His tone was calm.
Yet his confidence was absolute.
"I am only pointing out this path ahead of time."
"I am explaining the concept of circulating Chakra throughout the body while combining it with rotational Taijutsu to create defense."
"At the very least, it can save you many unnecessary detours."
Guy looked at the captain standing before him.
A man who had lost a Byakugan.
A man who remained calm despite such a loss.
There was no charity in his words.
No sense of superiority.
Only a straightforward observation based on battle experience.
This was recognition.
Recognition of Guy's potential in Taijutsu and weapon mastery.
At the same time, it was an indescribably valuable gift.
Or perhaps gratitude.
Without any hesitation.
Guy straightened his back.
Meeting Hyuga Yukian's gaze directly, he nodded heavily.
"I understand, Captain!"
"I want to learn it. Please guide me!"
Hyuga Yukian gave an almost imperceptible nod.
Then he turned and walked toward the exit of the tent.
"Then we'll begin now."
His movements were clean and decisive.
Without the slightest hesitation.
Guy subconsciously stepped forward to follow.
Then his eyes caught the bandage covering Hyuga Yukian's missing eye.
He also noticed the faint weakness hidden within the captain's movements.
Only then did he remember.
Hyuga Yukian was seriously injured.
He had lost a Byakugan.
His body and Chakra pathways had suffered considerable damage.
He should be resting.
"Captain!"
Guy hurriedly called out.
Concern filled his voice.
"Your injuries need time to recover. How about we wait until you're feeling better..."
Hyuga Yukian did not stop.
He merely turned halfway and calmly interrupted him.
"There isn't enough time."
His voice drifted through the sunlight pouring in from the entrance.
"Homura Mitokado-sama has already sent a detailed report regarding the battle, including Ao's attempt to seize the Byakugan and everything that occurred during our mission."
Hyuga Yukian spoke calmly.
"Since the incident involves the Byakugan, the Village will certainly make further arrangements."
"Furthermore, the war in the Land of Waves is nearing its conclusion. The Hidden Mist forces are already retreating, and the overall situation has been decided."
He paused slightly.
His tone carried deeper meaning.
"I will most likely be transferred away from the front lines soon."
"Whether I return to Konoha or receive another assignment remains to be seen."
Turning fully around, he faced the three of them.
The sunlight shone from behind him, making his features appear slightly blurred.
"So while there is still time, I will teach you."
"This is merely guidance regarding concepts and basic methods."
"It does not require me to expend much Chakra or perform intense demonstrations."
"Understand it. Remember it."
"Then develop it through your own training."
After speaking, his gaze shifted briefly toward Ebisu and Genma.
"You two should come as well."
His tone remained calm.
"However, I advise you not to attempt learning it."
"And certainly do not imitate or practice it carelessly."
Ebisu and Genma were both startled.
Hyuga Yukian continued.
"This concept originates from a Taijutsu system built upon precise control of one's own tenketsu and Chakra flow."
"Even after removing the Byakugan and Gentle Fist components, the remaining form and intent still require considerable perception and control over one's own Chakra."
"If you fail to properly control the guidance and release of Chakra during high-speed rotation, the first things you will damage are your own meridians and muscles."
"You could even suffer internal injuries due to Chakra disruption."
The warning was direct and practical.
This was not a matter of withholding knowledge.
It was simply an objective assessment based on their current foundations and physical capabilities.
Ebisu specialized in Fire Release and theoretical studies.
Genma excelled in senbon techniques and tactical combat.
However, when it came to high-level Taijutsu and refined control over their own Chakra flow, both of them lagged far behind Guy.
Ebisu and Genma exchanged glances.
Pushing up his sunglasses, Ebisu grinned.
"Whether we can learn it is another matter entirely. Just being able to watch Captain guide Guy and broaden our horizons is already valuable!"
Genma shifted the senbon in his mouth to the opposite side and nodded.
"Mhm."
Their attitude was clear.
Perhaps they could not learn it themselves.
But this was undoubtedly an opportunity to witness a Jonin-level combat philosophy and training method firsthand.
Hyuga Yukian said nothing more.
Turning around, he lifted the tent flap and stepped outside.
Guy took a deep breath.
His hand unconsciously rested on the nunchaku at his waist.
Then he immediately followed after him.
Ebisu and Genma quickly followed as well.
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