Baiye threw two [Consultant] uniforms toward them.
"Eyah!" (Alright, these two [Consultant] positions are yours now.)
"Eyah!" (However...)
"Eyah!" (Clan Head Fugaku, you must listen to Clan Head Hiashi more in the future.)
As Baiye finished speaking, Uchiha Fugaku felt his vision go dark. Hyuga Hiashi, however, accepted the arrangement with a cheerful smile.
"Then I shall take my leave first, Young Master Baiye."
"I will have my clansmen bring Hinata over tonight!"
After saying this, he stood up and left. Uchiha Fugaku could only bid farewell to Baiye and hurry after him. Before leaving, Fugaku cast a deep look at Izumi.
The two soon returned to their respective families. Upon learning the price Hyuga Hiashi had paid, the members of the Hyuga Clan praised the great sacrifice of their Clan Head.
When Hinata heard the news, her face turned bright red. She nearly fainted again. Hiashi felt much less guilt when he saw her reaction. His daughter liked the boy anyway. Everyone was happy. This was a win-win situation.
Inside the Uchiha Clan, the atmosphere was completely different.
"Damn it! That bastard Hiashi pulled such a stunt!"
"We are the number one Dojutsu clan! Why must we listen to the Hyuga Clan?!"
"This is outrageous!"
While the Elders were fuming with anger, one Elder muttered in a low voice.
"It is only because the Clan Head did not have a daughter."
The comment was quiet, but it sounded exceptionally piercing at that moment. It immediately made the mood of Uchiha Fugaku even worse. His serious face turned as black as ink. He looked terrifyingly gloomy.
"Who said that?!!!"
"Do you have the courage to speak but not the courage to stand forth?!!!"
***
Chapter 17: Sasuke: Damn that Sarutobi Baiye!
For a time, the Uchiha Clan was in a state of chaos. Meanwhile, the Hyuga Clan was actively preparing the dowry for Hinata. Although she was still too young to hold a wedding, they wanted to show the proper attitude of the Hyuga Clan.
Hyuga Hiashi had already discussed this matter with Sarutobi Hiruzen. That was why he had hurried to send Hinata over. It served as a way to ease the relationship with the Hokage.
Soon, the news that Hyuga Hiashi had betrothed Hinata to Baiye spread throughout the entire village. As a major clan, the Hyuga Clan naturally wanted Hinata to marry with great prestige.
"Tsk, it looks like the Hyuga Clan has found a powerful backer!"
"You can say that again."
"Now it is hard to say which Dojutsu clan in Konoha is number one!"
"What do you think the Uchiha Clan will do?"
The various clans of Konoha began to discuss the matter. Although both clans had obtained the position of [Consultant], the Hyuga Clan clearly had the advantage now. As for the Uchiha Clan, they were already unpopular in the village. It did not matter much even if they had a [Consultant] position.
At this time, inside the home of the Uchiha Clan Head, Fugaku and Mikoto were warmly hosting Uchiha Izumi.
After a magnificent feast, Fugaku spoke. "Izumi, you can stay by the side of Baiye without any worries."
"The clan will take extra care of your mother, Hazuki."
"I will also have Mikoto visit her often."
"Therefore, you must be diligent while staying with Baiye. The future of the Uchiha Clan rests on your shoulders!"
Hearing this, Izumi understood exactly what Fugaku meant. However, she had already seen through the intentions of Fugaku. More importantly, Baiye had already taken up a permanent residence in her heart. She nodded solemnly on the surface.
After Izumi left, Fugaku sat alone in the room drinking wine. He felt angry whenever he thought about the face of Hyuga Hiashi.
While Fugaku was brooding, Sasuke ran into the room with a happy expression.
"Father! Brother taught me the Phoenix Sage Fire Technique today!"
"Once I master it, I will definitely crush Sarutobi Baiye!!"
Hearing the words of Sasuke, Fugaku suddenly felt a surge of rage. He sent Sasuke flying with a heavy kick. Then, he stepped on Sasuke, pinning him to the floor.
"You useless brat! If not for you, would I have to bow my head to a ten-year-old?!"
"Why were you not born a girl?! Then I could use you for a marriage alliance!"
"You are truly a piece of rotting wood that cannot be carved!"
After shouting at Sasuke, Fugaku felt much better. He ignored the crying Sasuke and went to his room to sleep.
Sasuke was left there looking innocent and confused. He still did not understand why he had been beaten up for doing nothing. Recalling the words of his father, Sasuke added another grudge to his mental list against Baiye.
`'Damn that Sarutobi Baiye!'` Sasuke thought. `'Once I master the Phoenix Sage Fire Technique, I will make you pay!'`
***
Inside the Sarutobi Clan, a large area had been set aside to show respect for the arrival of Hinata.
New houses were being built. This area would serve as the future wedding home for Baiye and Hinata. Hiashi also left some Hyuga clansmen behind to take care of Hinata.
It appeared that Hyuga Hiashi was very clever. He claimed they were there to care for Hinata, but he was actually handing over Hyuga clansmen to form a bond with the Sarutobi Clan.
The Hyuga Clan could do anything the Uchiha Clan could do. However, such things could not be done openly. Operating in the shadows allowed him to silence the Elders of the Main House. The current situation met all expectations. Both sides were very satisfied.
As for little Hinata, she had already fainted inside the room. Baiye looked at Hinata as white steam rose from the top of her head and felt helpless.