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*Chapter 1: Combined Ninjutsu*

Ding dong! System successfully bound! Please select your Kekkei Genkai!

1. Byakugan

2. Shikotsumyaku

3. Ice Release

4. Sharingan

Shiro looked at the four options that appeared before him, instantly feeling a rush of excitement.

He had been watching Naruto and muttered, "Damn you, Kishimoto!"

Who would’ve thought that a black hole would suddenly appear on his computer screen?

And who would've thought he’d be transported into the world of Naruto? On top of that, he could choose a Kekkei Genkai right from the start!

Since he had to choose, he knew he had to be cautious!

Even though the Rinnegan wasn’t available, the Byakugan was still known for its world-destroying power!

However, Shiro thought of how the Byakugan made people look like cataract patients and shook his head.

The Shikotsumyaku was also insanely powerful!

Back in the day, Kimimaro, even while on his deathbed, nearly killed Gaara with just one move. The sheer violence was terrifying.

But then Shiro thought about fighting with his own bones and the possibility of getting the bloodline disease. Kimimaro died from that, after all, and the thought sent chills down his spine.

As for Ice Release, it was the Kekkei Genkai of the Yuki clan from the Hidden Mist, created by combining Water Release and Wind Release. It had limitless potential, just like the First Hokage’s Wood Release!

When Shiro saw the final option, Sharingan, he clicked without hesitation!

Though the Sharingan wasn’t necessarily the strongest, it was definitely the coolest!

Why overcomplicate things? Coolness is all that matters!

Ding dong! You have successfully chosen the Sharingan. Fusion in progress, please wait!

As the system's voice sounded, Shiro felt an intense pain in his eyes, as if countless ants were biting at them.

Ding dong! Sharingan fusion complete! This is a system-generated product with no side effects. Please use it freely!  

Shiro was ecstatic!

The Sharingan could copy ninjutsu, see through attacks, and break through illusions, but it had a fatal flaw!

Once upgraded to the Mangekyō Sharingan, using its unique abilities too often could lead to blindness!

Shiro had originally planned to use it sparingly, but now, with no side effects, he could use it as much as he wanted!

After selecting his Kekkei Genkai, the system went silent.

Only now did Shiro begin to observe his surroundings.

He was standing in a cluster of buildings, and when he looked up, he could see the faces of four people carved into a distant cliff!

The Hidden Leaf Village!

The architectural style and the statues on the cliff confirmed that he was indeed in Naruto's Hidden Leaf Village!

Shiro hadn’t even had time to rejoice when suddenly there was a loud boom, and the ground trembled!

Looking towards the source of the sound, he saw a massive snake crash through the high wall, wriggling its way into the village!

The Leaf was under attack!

Shiro cursed silently. He had just transmigrated, and the village was already being attacked. He hadn’t even had time to meet any major characters, and now he was thrown into such a massive storyline!

The Leaf Village had been attacked four times in total:

1. The Nine-Tails attack

2. Orochimaru’s invasion

3. The Pain attack

4. The Kaguya Ōtsutsuki incident

Judging by the attacking forces, this seemed to be the second event, during the Chūnin Exams, when Orochimaru launched his assault!

Shiro let out a long sigh of relief. At least it wasn’t one of the last two events, or he'd have no idea how he might die!

As for the second event, it involved the Third Hokage!

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, known as the "Professor of Ninjutsu," would meet his end here!

“I have to go see this before it's too late!”

Shiro quickly began to run. On the way, he saw Sand Village ninjas emerging from their hiding spots, battling with the Leaf ninjas rushing to respond.

Shiro knew he couldn’t be careless. One mistake could mean death, so he hurriedly activated his Sharingan!

Ding dong! Fire Style: Fireball Jutsu identified!  

Ding dong! Wind Blade Jutsu identified!

Ding dong! Host has learned two low-level ninjutsu. Would you like to combine them? (100% success rate, 0% failure rate)

Combine! Combine! Combine!

With a 100% success rate, Shiro had no reason to refuse!

Ding dong! Combination successful! You have learned Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Jutsu!  

Ding dong! Two remaining combination attempts available.

“Haha! Looks like there’s still a loose end. Let me send you on your way!”

With a laugh, a Sand ninja jumped out, brandishing a kunai aimed directly at Shiro’s neck!

Instantly, Shiro’s Sharingan spun into action, taking in every move of the Sand ninja.

Shiro instinctively dodged to the side while his hands rapidly formed seals.

“Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Jutsu!”

With a shout that screamed “edgy,” Shiro felt a burning sensation rise from his lungs.

With a powerful exhale, a massive fireball burst forth, splitting into countless smaller flames, flying out like a soaring phoenix.

“Sharingan... combined jutsu... who is this kid?!”

The Sand ninja’s eyes filled with fear, and he didn’t even have time to call for help before the flaming phoenixes claimed his life!

Shiro was ecstatic. If combining two low-level ninjutsu could create something this powerful, what about higher-level jutsu?

He couldn’t help but let his imagination run wild!

What could combining the Rasengan and Chidori create?

What about Planetary Devastation and Amaterasu?

And if you combined the Reverse Harem Jutsu with the Moon Reader... it would definitely be the ultimate forbidden technique!

For a moment, Shiro bent over with laughter, his eyes forming crescent shapes.

“Right! The Third Hokage! All the advanced jutsu are there!”

*(End of Chapter)*

*Chapter 2: The Sage Body*

Shiro arrived at the arena for the Chunin Exams.

The arena had already transformed into a massive battlefield.

Above the arena, a huge barrier sealed off the entire roof.

Inside the barrier, trees were growing everywhere!

Shiro’s pupils shrank into needlepoints instantly!

"It’s started! Looks like I need to speed up!"

“Sharingan? Uchiha clan?” A girl wearing a pink sleeveless Tang suit, her hair tied into two buns, stopped and looked at Shiro in confusion.

Although Shiro didn’t have any characteristics of a ninja, his blood-red eyes instantly attracted everyone’s attention.

“Watch out!”

In the moment the girl was distracted, a Sand Ninja rushed at her from behind with a kunai.

Ding! Selection mission triggered!

1. Ignore Tenten’s crisis! Reward: Two-tomoe Sharingan!

2. Block the attack for Tenten! Reward: Eight Gates!

3. Take the initiative and neutralize Tenten’s crisis! Reward: Chunin-level strength!

“3! I choose 3!”

Without hesitation, Shiro shouted out!

Immediately, he felt his body become lighter, and the small amount of chakra in his body increased several times over!

He leaped forward and tackled Tenten to the ground, pinning her under him.

Tenten’s face turned red instantly. She pulled out a kunai from her waist and pressed it against Shiro’s neck.

“You pervert!”

But Shiro didn’t stop. He lifted Tenten in a princess carry.

“You jerk! How dare you—”

Just as Tenten was about to yell, she saw a Sand Ninja gripping a kunai, aimed at the spot where they had just fallen.

If they had been a moment slower, they both would have been dead.

“You did it to save me?” Tenten whispered, noticing a thin line of blood on Shiro’s neck. She felt a rush of shame.

“I’m sorry! I thought—"

“Don’t get distracted! The enemy isn’t dead yet!” Shiro said sternly.

He then formed hand seals, gathering chakra inside his body.

“Fire Style! Phoenix Flower Jutsu!”

In an instant, countless fire phoenixes shot forward, engulfing the Sand Ninja in flames.

Tenten watched Shiro’s handsome face, noticing that, despite being around her age, he gave off an air of reliability, even more so than Neji! Her eyes began to glaze over.

“Wait! What’s your name?!”

Before she could get an answer, Shiro had already turned and was running toward the roof. Tenten, frustrated, stomped her foot in anger.

Turning around, she pulled out a massive scroll, venting her frustration on the Sand Ninjas.

Ding! Genjutsu identified: Phantom Feathers

Ding! Ninjutsu identified: Clone Technique

Ding! Ninjutsu identified: Substitution Jutsu

Ding! A synthesis of jutsu is available (Genjutsu: Phantom Feathers + Fire Style: Fireball Jutsu). Synthesize? (Success rate: 100%, Failure rate: 0%)

Synthesize!

Ding! Congratulations, you’ve synthesized a new jutsu: Fire Charm Jutsu (1 synthesis remaining).

Shiro was ecstatic. Although he now had Chunin-level strength, it only meant that he had a Chunin’s amount of chakra and reaction speed.

When it came to the number of jutsu, he had fewer than an average Genin.

But now, with the ability to copy techniques through the Sharingan, his weaknesses were being quickly filled.

Thanks to his bloodline limit, his strength was already surpassing that of a regular Chunin!

“Who’s there?”

Shiro jumped onto the roof of the viewing platform. Several Leaf Ninjas rushed over, wary, brandishing their kunai.

But when they saw his eyes, they sighed in relief.

“An Uchiha?”

Ding! Selection mission triggered!

1. Help Orochimaru kill the Third Hokage. Reward: Rinnegan!

2. Help the Third Hokage drive off Orochimaru. Reward: Basic Sage Body!

Shiro froze. He didn’t expect such powerful abilities to appear all at once!

There was no need to explain the Rinnegan. Nagato had used it to destroy the entire Leaf Village by himself. Its most amazing ability was to resurrect everyone in an instant!

And as for the Sage Body, the First Hokage had endless chakra thanks to it, allowing him to cast ninjutsu without end!

Shiro stroked his chin in hesitation. He wasn’t a child anymore—he wanted both rewards.

But the system, cold and unyielding, gave no room for negotiation.

He chose option 2!

Reluctantly, Shiro ultimately chose the Sage Body!

With the Sharingan, he could copy others' techniques indefinitely, which demanded a large amount of chakra.

Choosing the Sage Body would also increase his speed, helping ensure his safety in battle!

Though the Rinnegan was powerful, its abilities consumed an enormous amount of chakra.

With Shiro’s current strength at Chunin level, he couldn’t support it!

Besides, he already had the Sharingan. If he took the Rinnegan now, it would be overkill!

Most importantly, Shiro didn’t want to team up with Orochimaru. Becoming a rogue ninja would be the least of his problems. What if Orochimaru took over his body? He wouldn’t even have a place to cry!

As soon as he made his choice, Shiro felt his body engulfed in fire! Endless chakra surged from his abdomen, spreading through every corner of his body!

“Uchiha boy! What are you doing here daydreaming?! Hurry up and leave, it’s dangerous here!”

“I’m here to help the Hokage! I may not be able to see what’s happening inside, but if we don’t go in and help, it’ll be too dangerous!”

Several Jonin chuckled bitterly. Of course, they knew how dangerous it was inside! But no one could break the Four Violet Flames Formation from the outside, leaving them helpless!

Shiro touched his nose and smiled confidently. “Don’t worry! I’ll take care of the barrier!”

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*Chapter 3: Repelling Orochimaru*

The Four Violet Flames Formation was guarded by four powerful subordinates of Orochimaru, each taking a different position!

Every one of them had the strength of a Chunin!

But these Chunin posed no real threat to the Jonin from Konoha.

However, the Four Violet Flames Formation completely protected them within, and the only way to break it was from the inside out!

"Uchiha boy, don't be reckless! This barrier has strong offensive properties; don't touch it!" Binsu Raidou, clutching the wound on his shoulder, anxiously warned.

Shiro glanced at the scorched corpses on the ground and smiled indifferently.

"Don't worry, leave it to me!"

"Foolishness!" Raidou shouted angrily, the force of his outburst tugging on his wound, causing blood to spill from his mouth.

"This is no place for a Genin like you! If you want to help Konoha, go help evacuate the civilians!"

The intense pain made Raidou squint, but it couldn't hide the admiration in his eyes.

"Sorry, my mind's made up!"

Shiro stepped over to Tayuya and began forming hand seals!

"Damn it, stop this kid! A child with such a strong will of fire can't be allowed to die here!"

At Raidou's command, a few men rushed over, trying to stop the "suicidal" Shiro!

"Genjutsu! Fire Charm Technique!"

With a low shout, Shiro's technique took effect. Tayuya's eyes flashed pink, and a silly grin spread across her face. Her hands dropped, and she started walking toward Shiro like a puppet!

"Tayuya! What are you doing?"

Sakon's furious yell snapped Tayuya out of the illusion.

But in that moment of distraction, a large gap appeared in the Four Violet Flames Formation!

"That kid actually did it!" Raidou stared at Shiro in disbelief.

He couldn't believe a child had accomplished something none of the Jonin had managed!

But after seeing Shiro's Sharingan, Raidou suddenly understood.

Genjutsu combined with the Sharingan wasn't just a simple one-plus-one! Breaking the barrier this way was no longer surprising!

Raidou's respect for Shiro grew even deeper.

"Uchiha boy, you've done well! Leave the rest to us!"

In an instant, several Jonin charged into the barrier.

"Whoa! So fast? If they're any quicker, I won't have time to copy any skills!"

Shiro hurried to follow them, but after just a few steps, a sharp flute sound echoed through the air, making his chakra surge uncontrollably.

"Kid, you think you can get in there?" Tayuya glared at Shiro with venom in her eyes, ready to tear him apart.

"Magic Flute: Demonic Illusion Chains!"

As Tayuya's voice dropped, the flute's melody became more frantic.

Shiro's eyes began to glaze over, his arms outstretched as if nailed to a cross.

Tayuya grinned in triumph, pulling out a kunai as she stalked toward Shiro, her face twisted in malice.

"This is what you get for getting in my way!"

Just as she slashed her kunai across his neck— poof— Shiro vanished in a puff of smoke!

"Shadow Clone Technique? Damn it!"

Inside the barrier, the area looked like a dense tropical jungle, with countless trees intertwining. The ground, once tiled, had turned into thick mud, splashing with every step.

The Third Hokage was engaged in a fierce battle.

Even with Enma's help, facing the First and Second Hokage, whose power couldn't be fully unleashed, he was still on the defensive!

"Hokage! We're here to help!"

Raidou, leading the charge with a kunai, froze upon seeing the enemies.

"What the hell is going on?"

Orochimaru noticed the newcomers and frowned, but then smirked wickedly.

"Old man, more people have come to die! Remember, they died because of you!"

"Wood Style: Deep Forest Emergence!"

Senju Hashirama, who had been fighting the Third Hokage, clasped his hands together and shouted.

Suddenly, countless branches shot out from the ground, surging toward Raidou and the others!

"Not good! Run!"

True to their skills, the Konoha Jonin reacted immediately, but the trees grew at an alarming speed, quickly entangling the last few men. With a final cry, blood spilled from the gaps in the branches.

"Hahaha! What does it feel like to be killed by the very god you worship— the First Hokage?" Orochimaru laughed maniacally.

Raidou trembled with rage, then disappeared, as if he'd never been there.

"Raidou, no!" Sarutobi Hiruzen cried out in alarm.

"Too late!" Orochimaru sneered, raising his hand to grasp the air. A figure slowly emerged.

"Trying to assassinate me? At least hide your killing intent! But there won't be a next time!"

Orochimaru laughed as he tightened his grip on Raidou, who struggled in agony.

Just then, a sharp flute sound pierced the air.

Orochimaru looked toward the sound in confusion, but in that moment, he found himself bound to a cross, surrounded by swirling souls.

"Tayuya! What are you doing?" Orochimaru roared in fury.

Before he could react, he felt a sharp, cold sensation in his chest. A young, unfamiliar face appeared before him— even younger than Tayuya!

"I'm not Tayuya! My name is Shiro!"

"Shiro... Shiro..." Orochimaru repeated the name, his face growing darker.

"You're the second person to trap me in an illusion... with the Sharingan! No wonder!"

"You'll become my body soon enough!"

Orochimaru lunged at Shiro, but Shiro kicked him hard, sending him flying backward. Shiro then used the momentum to create distance.

"Sorry, but I'm not giving up this body just yet! Oh, and one more thing— my kunai was coated with poison!"

Orochimaru froze, his throat tightening as he coughed up black blood. His snake-like eyes glared at Shiro in fury.

Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin, possessing Kage-level strength, was even overpowering the Third Hokage!

Yet now, he'd been wounded by a mere child!

Though it was a sneak attack, the shame was unbearable.

"Shiro! Shiro! Remember this— one day, you'll become part of me!"

Orochimaru, weak and retreating, was quickly supported by Tayuya and the others, vanishing from the scene.

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(End of Chapter)

*Chapter 4: The Inescapable Plot Twist*

Orochimaru fled, and Shiro couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

After all, Orochimaru possessed Kage-level strength. If he truly wanted to capture Shiro, there would have been little suspense in the outcome!

Bingzu Leitong dragged his heavy body over, his eyes filled with gratitude as he looked at Shiro.

"Uchiha kid, thanks! I owe you one for saving my life!"

Shiro forced a bitter smile. The way Bingzu Leitong expressed his thanks made Shiro feel a bit awkward.

The tone sounded like Shiro owed him money.

However, realizing that his current body was only twelve years old, Shiro quickly understood.

Bingzu Leitong was a special Jonin of Konoha, and being saved by a twelve-year-old kid surely bruised his pride a bit! Shiro, of course, wasn’t actually twelve years old, so he didn’t point it out.

"You rest here, I'll go help the Third Hokage!"

"Wait—" Bingzu Leitong tried to speak but was interrupted by a sharp pain shooting through his body, making him wince in agony.

By the time he regained his composure and wanted to stop Shiro, it was already too late!

Despite several Jonin joining the fight, the Third Hokage was still being overpowered by the First and Second Hokages.

The Third Hokage’s old face gradually showed signs of exhaustion.

"It seems I have no other choice."

The Third smiled bitterly as the wrinkles on his forehead began to ease.

He made a series of hand signs: Snake – Boar – Ram – Hare – Dog – Rat – Bird – Horse – Snake.

"Dead Demon Consuming Seal!" Sarutobi Hiruzen shouted, and behind him, a faint blue silhouette began to appear.

Upon closer inspection, a Shinigami dressed in white robes could be seen looming behind the blue figure.

Shiro stopped in his tracks with a bitter smile.

"Couldn't stop it, after all."

The Dead Demon Consuming Seal was an S-rank sealing technique. It required the user to offer their own soul as a price, signing a contract with the Shinigami to seal the enemy’s soul forever.

Once the technique was initiated, it was nearly impossible to halt.

"My ninjutsu collection..."

Shiro felt a pang of regret. Sarutobi Hiruzen was known as a master of ninjutsu, possessing knowledge of countless techniques.

Now that Sarutobi was caught in the Shinigami's grasp, it seemed Shiro would have to collect the ninjutsu on his own.

The souls of the First and Second Hokages were pulled away, and both of them smiled in relief as they turned to dust, vanishing before they could say thanks.

The Third Hokage gave a gentle smile before his eyes lost their luster.

Shiro shook his head and swiftly turned to leave. While the battle wasn't entirely over, he needed to steal a few more skills.

As Shiro left, Bingzu Leitong shook his head in sorrow. "I didn’t expect the Third Hokage's death would hit him this hard. I’ll have to comfort him later."

With Orochimaru’s retreat, Konoha gradually gained the upper hand. Even the Sand Village's secret weapon was suppressed by Naruto, and their forces began to crumble.

The fierce battle that had once raged was now slowly calming down.

Shiro looked at the long list of ninjutsu he had stolen and felt satisfied. Although most of them were basic D-rank and E-rank techniques, there were still seven or eight that could be combined!

If not for the fact that he only had one combination left, he could have already crafted a series of high-level ninjutsu.

However, Shiro wasn’t planning to use it just yet.

Save your best for the right moment—he had to find a way to learn Naruto’s technique first.

Once he combined that with the Multi-Shadow Clone Jutsu, he'd have a technique for both offense and defense. Even Jiraiya’s Icha Icha Paradise wouldn’t be that bold!

However, as Shiro looked around at the grieving villagers, with people crying everywhere, the sadness began to seep into his heart.

"Seems like it's not the right time... I'll wait a while."

At the Third Hokage's funeral, Shiro was placed in the second row.

The first row was reserved for Sarutobi Hiruzen's closest people and several high-ranking officials.

The second row was for those who had shown outstanding performance in the recent battle, most of whom were elite Jonin.

Standing among them, Shiro, a "kid," instantly became the center of attention!

After gaining the Beginner Sage Body, Shiro’s sensory abilities had significantly improved, and he could clearly feel the various gazes coming his way.

Some were filled with admiration.

Some were curious.

Some were respectful.

And there were even a few that radiated killing intent!

It seemed that Konoha still had many spies.

After the battle, the secret of Shiro's Sharingan had become widely known. Originally, Danzo wanted to frame Shiro as a spy, but thanks to Bingzu Leitong's desperate defense, Shiro had smoothly been recognized as a member of the Uchiha clan!

Others might not know Danzo's true nature, but Shiro knew it all too well.

Now that Sarutobi was dead, Danzo would undoubtedly try to get rid of Shiro and take his Sharingan for his own collection.

Shiro smiled bitterly. It seemed that not only did he have to fend off spies from other villages, but he also had to deal with the internal struggles within Konoha!

"It seems I need to quickly strengthen myself."

After the funeral, people bowed their heads and left slowly. Bingzu Leitong’s stern face, already scarred, became even more terrifying as he approached Shiro.

"Shiro! During the village's reconstruction, you’ll get a new house. For now, I've rented you a place next to mine."

Given the occasion, Shiro could only nod slightly in response.

Just as they were about to leave, a girl with two buns in her hair approached.

"Thank you, Shiro, for saving my life earlier..." Tenten stammered, her face turning slightly red.

After a brief moment of hesitation, Tenten brought out something she had been hiding behind her back.

Lowering her head, she raised her hands high, offering a brand-new set of ninja tools!

Shiro was surprised. He hadn’t expected Konoha’s wealthiest girl to have a crush on him. Normally, he’d gladly accept any gift from her, but a set of ninja tools felt a bit out of place.

"Th-thanks," Shiro awkwardly accepted the tools.

Seeing that Shiro had taken them, Tenten smiled shyly, quickly covering her face with her hands before running off like the wind.

Bingzu Leitong awkwardly coughed twice and then said seriously, "Let’s go. Don’t forget, there’s still business to take care of! I really don’t understand why Lord Danzo has it out for you so much."

"Who knows?"

For a moment, Shiro felt a sense of solemn respect.

The "business" Bingzu Leitong mentioned was nothing other than Shiro's official induction as a ninja of Konoha!

Even if it was just a Genin.

But Shiro knew full well that if you encountered a Jonin from Konoha outside the village, you just had to be careful. If you ran into a Genin, though, it was best to turn around and run!

Most importantly, as an official ninja of Konoha, Shiro could finally start accepting missions.

That’s how he'd start making money!

The two of them arrived at the Hokage's office. The desk where Sarutobi Hiruzen used to work was now empty, but seated at the table were three people.

An elderly man and woman, and the bandage-covered, sharp-eyed Shimura Danzo.

"Uchiha Shiro!"

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Chapter 5: Facing Off with Danzo

“I am Shiro, and I request to become a ninja of the Hidden Leaf Village!” Shiro declared seriously, his eyes fixed intently on Danzo.

Danzo, however, remained calm and composed, sitting leisurely in his chair, showing no intention of responding. The two elders beside him also did not dare to speak first.

“My lords, Shiro played a significant role in rescuing the Third Hokage! He even managed to injure Orochimaru, proving himself to be a qualified ninja!” Aburame Ryoto said anxiously.

“I’m aware he’s a qualified ninja, but considering that Shiro has been away for so many years, we don’t want another Kabuto situation, do we? So, before he can become a Leaf ninja, he must undergo an investigation,” Danzo said with an expressionless face, though a chilling killing intent shot out from his body.

Ding! Task selection triggered!

1. Cooperate with Danzo’s investigation. Reward: Byakugan.

2. Leave the village and become a rogue ninja. Reward: Eight Gates.

3. Reject Danzo and argue back! Reward: Two Tomoe Sharingan.

I choose 3!

No matter what, the outcomes of options 1 and 2 would be similar. I might as well choose 3 and give it a shot!

“Danzo, how dare you bring up Kabuto! You, as the leader of Root, allowed a spy from the Sound Village to stay in the Hidden Leaf for years. How could you possibly have no responsibility in that?” Shiro scoffed coldly.

For a moment, everyone in the room was stunned.

No one expected a twelve-year-old child to speak so boldly and sharply!

“Shiro! What are you trying to say?”

“What I’m saying is, you don’t deserve to investigate me! My loyalty should be judged by all the ninjas and residents of the Hidden Leaf! As for you, someone who allowed an enemy spy to remain here for years, you are not qualified!”

“You...!”

“The Uchiha clan has been loyal to the Hidden Leaf since the days of the First Hokage! No petty person will ever succeed in driving a wedge between the Uchiha and the village!”

As soon as he finished speaking, Danzo’s heart skipped a beat, and his eyes locked onto Shiro with intensity.

Not waiting for Danzo to react, Shiro grabbed the forehead protector from the table and tied it around his own forehead.

“Lords! From this moment, I’m officially a genin of the Hidden Leaf. You have no objections, right?”

“Well! You’re quite something, Uchiha Shiro. I’ll remember your name!” Danzo sneered, his eyes staring at Shiro like a venomous snake.

“Thanks for that!” Shiro smiled slightly and, not wanting to stay any longer, turned to leave. Aburame Ryoto bowed and quickly followed him.

“Shiro! That was too reckless! Lord Danzo controls Root, and with what you just said, you’ll never escape their watch!”

Shiro shrugged indifferently.

Danzo would surely try to get rid of him to eliminate any potential threat. Sasuke was only spared because of Itachi and the Third Hokage; otherwise, his eyes would have been taken long ago!

But Shiro wasn’t afraid.

Even though he was technically a genin, with his Two Tomoe Sharingan and Sage Body, his strength was already close to that of a jonin. Give him a little more time, and he would surely reach elite jonin, or even Kage level!

Once he mastered Naruto’s technique, whether he stayed or left would be up to him.

“Ryoto, you go back. I need to meet two people.”

“Alright, but be careful on the way!”

Shiro smiled bitterly, understanding Ryoto’s concern.

But now that he was in the village, there were three people he had to meet.

After wandering around the Leaf Village for a while, Shiro stopped in front of a ramen shop. Above the shop, the words "Ichiraku" were written in large letters.

Lifting the curtain, he saw a blond-haired boy slurping ramen with a satisfied expression on his face.

“Naruto!”

The blond boy paused, his mouth full of ramen as he turned his head in confusion.

“You are…” Naruto thought for a moment, then stood up excitedly, shouting, “You’re Uchiha Shiro! The hero of the Hidden Leaf!”

Shiro scratched his head with a bitter smile.

The “hero of the Hidden Leaf” that Naruto was talking about had just been considering becoming a traitor to the village.

Still, his performance during the war had indeed earned him the title of hero.

Seeing no one else around, Shiro quickly leaned over to Naruto and whispered in his ear, “Naruto, the move you used to defeat the Third Hokage, can you show it to me?”

“The move that defeated the Third Hokage?” Naruto scratched his head, puzzled. After thinking for a moment, he suddenly exclaimed, “Oh! You mean that move!”

“Yes, yes! That one!”

Shiro’s heart surged with joy. In his eyes, that E-rank jutsu was even more valuable than Rasengan or Chidori.

With that jutsu, combined with the Shadow Clone technique, he could master a long-dreamed-of skill!

It would be the ultimate blessing for the single, the dream technique for all straight-laced guys!

Naruto gulped down the rest of his ramen in one big bite, wiped his mouth, and jumped off his stool.

“If you were someone like Pervy Sage, I wouldn’t agree. But you’re a hero of the Leaf! I won’t refuse!”

Shiro’s breath quickened as he activated his Sharingan, determined not to miss a single detail.

Naruto eyed Shiro suspiciously, feeling like the hero in front of him was somehow the same type as Jiraiya.

But since he had no evidence, he dared not say it out loud.

“Uchiha Shiro! You’re my target now! I’m going to be Hokage! And now, for my original jutsu! Ninja Art—"

“Naruto! Naruto!”

Just as Naruto was about to perform his legendary jutsu, a hurried voice interrupted them.

Naruto quickly stopped what he was doing.

Soon, a pink-haired girl rushed over. Seeing Naruto, she looked as if she had found her savior.

“Naruto! Sasuke’s gone missing!”

Shiro’s brow furrowed.

Rather than call her Sakura Haruno, Shiro preferred to call her “Sakura the Manipulator.”

She claimed to like Sasuke but never gave Naruto a clear answer. Sometimes, she even flirted with Naruto!

No matter what happened, her first instinct was always to seek Naruto’s help.

It was as if Naruto sacrificing everything for her was just natural, while a simple glance from Sasuke would make her swoon. She was the ultimate manipulator!

And now, once again, she was asking Naruto for help!

Especially when she interrupted Shiro and Naruto’s innocent exchange of jutsu—unforgivable!

And definitely not for any other reason!

But the second person Shiro wanted to meet was none other than Sasuke Uchiha, who also possessed the Sharingan.

“I’ll go with you to find him!” Shiro said, frowning.

As soon as Shiro and the others left, several figures appeared, their eyes filled with killing intent.

“Uchiha Shiro! So that’s him!”

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