chapter 74 part 2
He focused on observing Kato Dan's chest but couldn't discern any clues, until Kato Dan gathered Chakra into his palm and then blew up the ornamental flower he was holding. He immediately understood that all of this was real.
"Explosion Release? Is he experimenting with Explosion Release?"
Hizashi was greatly shocked. He had also participated in the war against Iwagakure and knew how elite the Explosion Corps was, and had seen the Jutsu of Explosion Release ninja.
But now Kato Dan could use it too! How utterly baffling! Kato Dan, known for his Spirit and Soul, had also received a Physical Level enhancement and gained an Explosion Release Bloodline Limit? To what extent would Kato Dan's strength improve once he adapted to this new body? Perhaps he truly would become a genuine Hokage-level powerhouse, just as the villagers rumored! And all of this was brought about by Tsukasa Kaede.
"Extracting organs from a Corpse... a Bloodline Limit Corpse..."
Hizashi suddenly understood the blank stare and fascination on Iroha's face. Who wouldn't be bewildered by this?
Having seen it himself, Hizashi felt his Brain had crashed. What Tsukasa Kaede could achieve was simply too overpowered! Only then did he suddenly remember that Tsukasa Kaede seemed to have originally been a Medical Ninja... However, few people thought of that anymore. Everyone who knew of Tsukasa Kaede's accomplishments and Secret Technique system had unconsciously overlooked this fact.
In the end, it turns out "Medical Ninjutsu" was Tsukasa Kaede's specialty all along? His medical skills were so potent that they could reverse life and death and casually transplant Kekkei Genkai!
Hizashi didn't know whether to feel fortunate or tremble, because the Hyuga Clan's Kekkei Genkai primarily manifested in the Byakugan. Even if someone transplanted internal organs and a spine, it would be impossible for ordinary eyes to spontaneously transform into Byakugan.
"Tsukasa Kaede... a person like him, a Jutsu like that, might genuinely be able to bypass the Caged Bird. The Hyuga Clan's predetermined fate of centuries is finally loosening in this world, this is truly..."
Hizashi deactivated his Byakugan, immediately returned to the clan, and pondered deeply. Then, a decisive look appeared in his eyes.
...
Konoha Hospital.
"It seemed someone was observing us just now."
Kato Dan endured the intense pain, drenched in sweat, as Tsunade finally re-adjusted all the bones in his body, resolving the lingering issues with this Corpse.
From this moment on, he would truly be reborn, possessing even greater power than before.
Kaedetting on a nearby chair, Tsukasa Kaede, who had been idly flipping through a newspaper, chuckled when he heard this. "I recall there's a Barrier around the Village, yet the other party directly spied on the hospital. It seems to be someone from within the Village."
Among the three present, Kato Dan was the most perceptive. With his formidable Mental Energy, it was normal for him to sense something.
"Who could it be? Konoha Hospital strictly prohibits the use of Sensory Jutsu, and they chose this particular timing." Tsunade frowned.
Tsukasa Kaede chuckled, "Don't bother with who it is. They'll probably reveal themselves soon enough."
It's probably the Hyuga Branch House, if I'm not mistaken...
Tsukasa Kaede then dismissed the matter from his mind and focused his attention on Kato Dan. "It seems my Jutsu was quite successful. It did awaken your Explosion Release Bloodline Limit. However, I'm not sure if it's due to being newly awakened and unfamiliar, or if the Bloodline is simply thin, but the Explosion Release doesn't feel particularly strong."
"It's already amazing! I never imagined I'd have this kind of power. My body will no longer be a weakness. Next, I can further cultivate the Spirit Transformation Secret Technique, striving to move my physical body even while my Spirit Body is moving."
Kato Dan's face showed intense excitement. He felt his future was bright; both in terms of position and strength, he was one step closer to the Hokage-level.
All of this was brought to him by Tsukasa Kaede! While pleased, Tsunade worried, "I'm concerned that Dojutsu Bloodline Limits like the Byakugan and Sharingan might detect two types of Chakra within you, which would expose your unique nature."
"It doesn't matter if they figure it out. Does Lord Kato Dan need to report to those two clans just to train a Secret Technique?"
Tsukasa Kaede stood up. "Well then, it seems I'm no longer needed here. I need to go back and rest for a while. Senior Dan, please get some good rest. You are now a powerful Ninja who has drawn the attention of various nations. The next time you appear, you will certainly be a focal point of attention."
"How long do you think it will take for you to recover to your state before performing the Jutsu? Will that Forbidden Jutsu truly not affect your future?" Tsunade asked seriously.
Honestly, Tsunade had never seen such an astonishing Forbidden Jutsu with such a "low" cost. She also knew that Tsukasa Kaede must be hiding important information. As long as Tsukasa Kaede didn't speak, she wouldn't ask, quietly observing Tsukasa Kaede's condition.
"The effect has actually already occurred. Isn't saving Senior Dan the biggest and most beneficial effect? Alright, I'm leaving."
Tsukasa Kaede waved his hand without looking back, opened the door, and walked out.
From an angle Tsukasa Kaede couldn't see, Tsunade repeatedly started to speak, then stopped, her face showing intense struggle. Even after Tsukasa Kaede left, she ultimately didn't have the courage to say it.
"Tsunade, I may not be qualified to comment on this, but we can't ask him to revive Nawaki anymore..."
Kato Dan looked at Tsunade with a pained heart. He knew what his lover was suffering from.
Nawaki's Corpse was still buried in the Hidden Leaf Village!
If Tsukasa Kaede could revive the dead Kato Dan, then reviving Nawaki, who had been dead for several years...
But Tsunade simply couldn't bring herself to say it. She felt she no longer had the right to inquire too much.
"I know, I know, I know I shouldn't ask, but I really miss him..."
Kato Dan sighed and pulled Tsunade into his embrace.
No matter how powerful Tsukasa Kaede's Resurrection Forbidden Jutsu was, it wasn't a wish-granting Jutsu after all. It couldn't mend every tragedy in this cruel world. His survival was already a result of Tsukasa Kaede's intervention.
"If his strength becomes even greater, standing in a higher position, he will surely bring about more wonderful changes to this world..."