Naruto: Reborn as Neji Hyuga After Dying in One Piece

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Kimimaro suddenly felt a tight pressure in his chest. His clothes clung uncomfortably, which made no scientific sense.

Raising his hand, he noticed it had grown slimmer. His skin looked smoother delicately so.

"I..."

The moment he spoke, his voice cracked no longer deep and masculine, but crisp and light. He had long passed puberty; this was undeniably real.

The transformation had come so abruptly that, even with Kimimaro's stoic nature, he couldn't help but waver.

Kabuto and Orochimaru, however, stared wide-eyed, utterly fascinated. For researchers like them, a complete gender transformation was groundbreaking.

White hair, soft brows, subtle eyeliner... Even as a woman, Kimimaro's features held a cold, distant elegance.

"My Lord..."

She called out without thinking. Orochimaru, amused, motioned to Kabuto.

Kabuto retrieved a mirror and held it in front of her.

Silence.

The reflection in the glass... was that really her?

She had become her.

Raising a hand instinctively, her mirrored image mimicked the motion. As her fingers touched her cheek, the smoothness was undeniable.

Looking down, her vision was blocked. Where once she could see her toes clearly, now her chest obscured the view entirely.

Big....Boobs?

Why are they so... big?

Kimimaro frowned and lightly touched her chest. These burdens would undoubtedly interfere with combat.

Especially since her [Kekkei Genkai] often tore through clothing. Until now, she usually fought shirtless for practicality.

She'd probably have to start binding them tightly. It would be a hindrance otherwise.

Orochimaru, watching the scene unfold like a proud scientist, chuckled hoarsely.

"Fascinating... Absolutely fascinating. That man really did have some intriguing substances."

Whoever had traded the [Estrogen Hormone] clearly had more up their sleeve. And Orochimaru was eager to see what else they might offer.

He was already considering the next trade.

"Alright. Run a full diagnostic. Don't miss a single data point."

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru," the two replied in unison.

And with that, they returned to work. For them, this was just another day in the lab.

Communication with the source could wait, Orochimaru never entered a deal without first understanding what he was dealing with.

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Meanwhile, in the Hyuga compound, Konoha...

Neji, on a rare day off, had been pulled away by Hanabi to spend time with her and her sister.

Hinata stood nearby, visibly shy, her hands nervously fidgeting behind her back.

"Neji... You really didn't have to come. This is your time off, and we're just bothering you..."

"Don't listen to her, Neji-nii! She was really loo—Mmph!"

Hanabi's playful teasing was cut short as Hinata slapped a hand over her mouth, blushing furiously. She tightened her grip, flustering Hanabi even more.

The more Hanabi struggled, the harder Hinata pressed until Neji couldn't help but laugh.

'Yep. She's still your big sister, alright.'

'But Hinata, your thoughts are written all over your face. Of course, I'll spend time with you two. I've been neglecting you lately.'

"Easy, Hinata. If you keep going, you'll strangle our poor little sister." ƒгeewebnovёl.com

"Ah—!"

Startled by Neji's teasing, Hinata quickly released her grip. Hanabi gasped dramatically.

"Oh no! Neji-nii, she tried to silence me! She's covering up the truth!"

Hinata flushed even more. "I-I wasn't! You were just about to say—say..."

Steam practically rose from her head as she stumbled over her words. Neji reached out and gently brushed her cheek.

(Blind or not, he was shameless.)

"Relax. I've been distant lately. Today, I'm making up for it. After all, my little Hyuga are adorable."

"What about me? Aren't I adorable too?!"

Hanabi popped back up, full of energy. She pointed at herself with a cheeky grin.

Neji chuckled, scooping her into his arms and giving her nose a light pinch. "Of course you are."

He'd never had sisters in his past lives. Now, he was going to spoil them properly.

Besides, Hanabi will be joining the Academy soon. It might be time to start giving her some personal training.

But for today, he'd just enjoy time with them.

"Anything you want to do—just say it. I'll make it happen."

Hanabi's eyes sparkled mischievously. Her grin said she was already plotting something.

Hinata, on the other hand, shyly looked down, blushing and tracing circles with her foot.

"Neji... I..."

"Let's go shopping!" Hanabi interrupted. "I heard a bunch of new shops opened in the village. You have to take me! We train all the time—I'm going crazy!"

Hinata had been about to suggest more training but bit her tongue.

She knew Hanabi was right. Their father had been strict lately. Hanabi deserved some fun.

Though Hiashi had backed off Hinata's training, leaving that to Neji, he had started focusing more on Hanabi, recognizing her potential.

Neji turned to Hinata. "What about you?"

"I... I'm fine with that."

"Great! We're getting snacks and ninja gear. Let's go!"

Hanabi wriggled excitedly in Neji's arms, her white eyes dancing with joy.

And so, with Hanabi in one arm and Hinata's hand in the other, Neji set out for a sibling day.

Konoha had grown a lot during the peaceful times. New stores, entertainment centers... even a movie theater had popped up.

Neji was quietly amazed.

He and his team had been so focused on training that they hadn't noticed the changes creeping into the village.

Another "tech-level-skewed" world, huh? But at least this one isn't boring.

The One Piece world had more bizarre islands than you could count, but it seriously lacked entertainment. Naruto's world might not be as visually fantastical, but it had its charm.

Neji let those thoughts drift away and focused on the girls.

Ironically, it was Hanabi who guided most of the trip, dragging Neji and Hinata from stall to stall like an enthusiastic tour guide. Neji couldn't help but break a sweat.

So this is the generation gap, huh?

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