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*Chapter 31: Warmly Welcome Danzo!*

"You're being too reckless!"

Setsuna reprimanded, "I clearly told you, I have... Hmph, only you can unleash its full potential."

"No need, I feel like these eyes are pretty good. They are the most suitable for me. Thank you, Elder Setsuna. I'll treat you to a meal sometime."

Itsuki shrugged and said, "Clan Leader Fugaku, Elder Zonyi, is there something you need from me?"

Fugaku and Zonyi exchanged glances.

Zonyi slowly spoke, "Itsuki, I know that the matter with Danzo and the Root has made you uncomfortable, but I hope you can prioritize the bigger picture."

Itsuki tilted his head, staring at him without saying a word.

"Itsuki!"

Zonyi thought he was expressing dissatisfaction, so his tone became more forceful, "You are one of the most outstanding members of the Uchiha's new generation. In the future, the Uchiha will rely on you. Don't act impulsively."

Itsuki still didn't speak, just looked at Zonyi for a while, then at Setsuna, who had a clear sneer on his face, and then at the solemn Fugaku. Suddenly, he revealed a bright smile.

That smile was like warm sunlight melting the snow.

"Elder Zonyi, can I ask you a question?"

"Go ahead!"

Zonyi had a strong, ominous premonition in his heart.

Uchiha Itsuki, this guy was going to cause trouble!

He didn't know if he could handle it!

"Since Madara Uchiha left, you've been enduring, haven't you?"

Most Uchiha admired Madara Uchiha, but there were also some who didn't like him.

Especially during the period of the village's founding, many people disliked him, believing that he wanted to destroy the hard-won peace and bring war to the entire clan.

However, one thing that couldn't be denied was that Madara Uchiha was truly powerful.

When he was around, even Hashirama Senju didn't dare to pressure Madara Uchiha, let alone Tobirama Senju.

The Uchiha of that era, while hating him, also enjoyed the benefits Madara Uchiha brought.

They were quite ungrateful.

Itsuki sneered and asked, "May I ask, what exactly have you gained from your endurance?"

What do you mean, what have I gained from my endurance?

Zonyi's veins were throbbing.

Did this kid know how to speak?

He said angrily, "It's for the greater good, for the Uchiha. Don't you think the Uchiha can fight against the entire Konoha, Itsuki? The reality is that the entire Konoha is targeting the Uchiha."

Fight against the entire Konoha? We actually can now!

Because I have the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan!

Not to mention killing my way in and out of Konoha seven times, I can do it seventy times without a problem, and I can even make detours.

Are you angry?

I can bend Konoha into any position I like at any time.

So, I don't need to endure anymore, I'm just playing!

I'll hide in the shadows, and when I'm not happy, I'll come out and kill you all head-on.

I won't speak for the entire ninja world, but Konoha now belongs to the Uchiha.

Uchiha Itsuki!

Itsuki felt his back straighten even more.

Whether the ninja world is chaotic or not, Uchiha Itsuki has the final say!

He smiled and said, "Of course not, but has your endurance been useful? Will Konoha accept us Uchiha just because you endure? Compared to when Madara Uchiha left, how much progress has the Uchiha made in integrating into the village?"

He interrupted Zonyi, who wanted to speak, "Don't talk about anything else, don't lecture me. I just want to see the facts. Give me a number, how much progress has the Uchiha made in integrating into the village since Madara Uchiha left? Or has there been any progress at all?"

Zonyi was speechless.

Fugaku's expression also changed slightly.

Itsuki's words were straightforward and hit the mark. They indeed hadn't compared the current situation to the time of Madara Uchiha.

Or rather!

They didn't want to make the comparison in their hearts.

Decades of effort had been in vain, how could they accept that?

Madara Uchiha was recognized as a missing-nin, but they were even worse off than a missing-nin.

"Hehe, after decades, not only has there been no progress, but it has probably regressed quite a bit, right?"

"The Uchiha's survival is even more difficult now than when the village was founded."

Itsuki laughed happily, "Isn't that right, Elder Zonyi? How long are you going to endure? Until the Uchiha are exterminated?"

"That's impossible!"

Zonyi said flatly, "Nothing will happen to the Uchiha, absolutely not!"

This time, Fugaku and Setsuna also sided with him.

They were still proud of their clan.

The Uchiha being isolated was seen by many as unique.

They were the strongest humans, the strongest clan in the entire ninja world. No one could deny that.

"Why is it impossible?"

Itsuki laughed even more happily, "Today, if I weren't capable, I would be dead. Who's next? Shisui, then Itachi!"

"Danzo openly tried to kill me, and you endured it. If it were Shisui, you would probably endure it too. What about Itachi? Oh, Itachi probably wouldn't be killed because the Hokage and the others want to train Itachi into their own weapon against the Uchiha."

"One by one, in the end, oh, you'll find that 'I' am the one who died."

Fugaku and the other two frowned deeply, "Itsuki, don't talk nonsense."

"No, I think Brother Itsuki's words make a lot of sense!"

Itachi suddenly interjected.

"Itachi!"

Fugaku's voice was somewhat stern, and there was disappointment in his tone.

As his son, you're not even on your old father's side.

"I'm just telling the truth, Father!"

Itachi lowered his head and said softly, "I've been thinking a lot lately, making many assumptions. If something really happened to Brother Itsuki and Shisui, what would happen to me?"

Itachi expressed that he had decided to become the Uchiha clan leader, so he now had to consider things from the clan leader's perspective.

The Itachi of the past no longer existed.

"You..."

Fugaku was furious.

Did I come here to listen to you say these things?

Are you trying to anger me to death? Unfilial son!

I raised you for nothing.

Hmm?

What did I come here for?

Fugaku was a little confused.

Right!

Setsuna!

Because Setsuna came to find Itsuki, he was worried. Moreover, Itsuki was attacked by Danzo, so he had a reason to come and appease Itsuki.

After figuring it out, Fugaku organized his thoughts and slowly spoke.

"Itsuki, I know you're angry now..."

"Why should I be angry?"

Itsuki looked at Fugaku strangely.

That expression was like looking at a fool.

"Although I was attacked, I wasn't injured. On the contrary, I killed more than ten Root ninjas."

"I even beat up Danzo, giving him two big slaps in the face."

"I feel so refreshed, both physically and mentally."

"Clan Leader, where is this anger you're talking about coming from?"

Itsuki rubbed his hands excitedly, "I wish Danzo would attack me every day."

For a moment, all three of them fell silent.

Itsuki didn't even know that this incident had caused Danzo to lose a large sum of money...

So!

Although it was Danzo who attacked Itsuki, from all angles, it was Itsuki who benefited.

He really shouldn't be angry.

Finally, Itsuki concluded, "I, Uchiha Itsuki, warmly welcome Danzo. Even if you argue until the sky falls, that's what I'll say."

"And you're not allowed to stop Danzo, do you hear me?"

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 32: Leak a Little

"Indeed! Danzo is a great man!"

Setsuna was the quickest to react, sighing with emotion, "Danzo knew that Itsuki's eyes had been taken, and he felt bad, so he came."

"He sacrificed his Root ninjas and offered his own face to make Itsuki happy."

"He diverted everyone's attention and bore the dissatisfaction of the village."

"He compensated us with a large sum of money."

"He burned himself to illuminate us!"

"We're still laughing at him here, aren't we worse than beasts?"

Itsuki's tone changed, "You actually took his money? How could you do that? That's too much."

Fugaku and Zonyi silently watched the two.

Enough is enough!

"I propose!" Itsuki said with a serious face, "We should all go and kowtow to Danzo to thank him for his sacrifice."

"Itsuki, stop messing around!"

Fugaku had a headache.

He originally came to appease Itsuki and warn Setsuna.

Now it was fine.

Nothing needed to be said.

At least after listening to Itsuki, even he felt sorry for Danzo's losses.

Although Danzo was the one who provoked the trouble, he truly suffered a loss.

Appeasing Itsuki?

If he continued to appease him, tomorrow they might be paying respects at Danzo's grave.

"I won't change my decision!"

Itsuki's expression was serious, "I will definitely thank Danzo, I swear!"

"Just spare him!"

Itsuki's words instantly reminded everyone of what had happened before.

Their expressions turned fearful.

If something like that happened again, Danzo would definitely fight Itsuki to the death. Not even the Third Hokage, or even the Second Hokage resurrected, could stop him.

Shisui even stepped forward and grabbed Itsuki's shoulder, shouting, "You're not allowed to act recklessly, do you hear me?"

"No way!"

"I'm your brother!"

"Even if you dig up our grandfather, it's still not allowed!"

"I..."

Shisui almost fainted from anger.

Were those even human words?

Besides, he didn't even know where their grandfather was buried, how could he dig him up?

"Itsuki!"

Suddenly, a calm voice sounded.

Uchiha Zonyi!

He stared at Itsuki with his eyes fixed, and said in a deep voice, "Do you think my way is not feasible?"

"Endurance is your way of the ninja. I really can't agree with that." Itsuki shrugged and said, "And not only do I disagree, but the facts have also proven it, haven't they? After so many years, the clan hasn't made any progress, let alone an inch."

"Of course!" Itsuki sneered, "You can also find someone to take the blame, just like the Third Hokage found Danzo."

Setsuna's face darkened.

Why are you looking at me?

"By the way!" Itsuki seemed to have thought of something and smiled, "What about within the clan? I think many Uchiha can't suppress their anger anymore, right? You three have also worked hard."

Fugaku and the others frowned.

Because of the attack on Itsuki, the Uchiha within the clan were indeed very angry.

If Fugaku and Zonyi hadn't forcefully suppressed it, and Setsuna had chosen to remain neutral instead of adding fuel to the fire, who knows what those Uchiha might have done.

"Zonyi, I've told you long ago, your way doesn't work anymore!"

Setsuna said sarcastically, "Even if you and Fugaku suppressed it this time, what about next time? Or do you think Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others will stop?"

"Not just them, you're the same!"

Although Itsuki's eyes were bandaged, there was a hint of arrogance in his demeanor.

"Do you think an armed coup can save the Uchiha? Are you Uchiha Shisui? So naive!"

Shisui remained silent on the side.

Why was he being dragged into this again?

Setsuna said word by word, "We just want to take back what belongs to us Uchiha."

There were six people present.

Three Uchiha leaders, three of the most outstanding members of the new generation.

Basically, everyone who should know, knew. It was better to just lay everything out in the open.

As for Kurenai, this woman was smart and had been hiding in the room from the beginning, not coming out.

Itsuki laughed, "I can only say your idea is good."

Setsuna said calmly, "We will naturally prepare the most thorough plan to ensure success."

"Meaning you've considered everything, right?" Itsuki said with a half-smile, "Including the Three Thousand Sarutobi Troops, you've taken them into account, right?"

Three Thousand Sarutobi Troops?

Everyone was stunned.

"What's that?"

"The Sarutobi clan!" Itsuki said with a grin, "The Sarutobi clan currently has more than three thousand ninjas, known as the Three Thousand Sarutobi Troops. Your plan must have taken them into account, right?"

Danzo's Root had suffered heavy losses, which led to instability among the Uchiha.

Itsuki felt it was necessary to give them a blow and let them understand that there was always someone stronger out there.

Everyone fell silent, digesting this information.

"You're lying, right?"

Shisui exploded from the side.

He stepped forward and grabbed Itsuki's shoulders, shaking him vigorously. His own body was also trembling violently.

A hint of blood even appeared on his bandages.

Shisui knew all too well what it meant for the Sarutobi clan to have over three thousand ninjas.

Several thousand ninjas, what did they eat?

What did they drink?

Where did the resources for their training come from?

Although the Sarutobi clan also had businesses, the money they earned was definitely not enough to sustain such a huge consumption.

There was only one possibility!

Shisui didn't want to believe it!

And he absolutely couldn't believe it!

How could his beloved Hokage do such a thing?

Itsuki's voice trembled from being shaken, "I say, has your Parkinson's spread to your whole body? You even want to infect me, you're too much."

Shisui seemed not to hear, "Answer my question, answer me, Itsuki!"

"If you keep shaking me like this, forget about calling me Itsuki, even if you call me your second uncle, it won't work."

"Calm down, Shisui!"

Setsuna shouted coldly, "We know very well what kind of person Hiruzen Sarutobi is. We've also considered the ninjas of the Sarutobi clan, but..."

"Three thousand!?"

Setsuna frowned at Itsuki, "Are you sure?"

Shisui shouted excitedly, "Elder, what do you mean by that? You actually believe it? Haha, that's ridiculous! Three thousand ninjas, that's three thousand ninjas! Do you know what that means? You..."

"I said calm down, Shisui!"

Fugaku shouted loudly, and at the same time, his killing intent turned into sharp blades, piercing towards Shisui.

The icy killing intent made Shisui pause, and his eyes became clearer.

Fugaku slowly said, "We had some speculations about the Sarutobi clan, but three thousand..."

His expression was also full of doubt.

"Itsuki, are you sure?"

"How would I be sure!" Itsuki said in surprise, "I'm not the clan leader, nor am I an elder. I'm just an ordinary genius of the clan. Although I'm handsome, talented, kind, and helpful..."

"Mokujin!"

Fugaku interrupted Itsuki with one sentence.

He said calmly, "Both Mokujin and Yuto trust you very much, Itsuki. With that being said, are you really just an ordinary genius of the clan?"

Mokujin was a young Jonin with some fame within the clan.

Yuto was the same.

Hearing Fugaku's words, Itsuki touched his chin and fell into deep thought.

This was probably his only flaw.

Itsuki started cultivating his own forces after becoming a Jonin.

It had only been a few short years.

Although it was very secretive, as long as one investigated deeply, they could still discover that there were many Uchiha within the clan whose strength had improved dramatically in just a few years.

During the time when the Mangekyo Sharingan was lost, Mokujin suddenly stepped forward, which magnified this point and became a common thread pointing to Itsuki.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 33: The Fourth Pair of Mangekyo

"Itsuki!"

Fugaku's deep voice awakened Itsuki from his contemplation.

He yawned, looking a bit tired, and said, "Everyone, I'm going to sleep now. I just had a transplant surgery, and I'm a bit tired, so let's talk quickly if you have anything to say."

He turned his head to Fugaku, "The number of ninjas in the Sarutobi clan should be between two thousand and three thousand. For the exact number, I suggest you ask Hiruzen Sarutsobi. He should know better than me."

The corner of Fugaku's eye twitched.

No need for "should," he definitely knows better than you!

"How do you know?"

Zonyi couldn't help but question.

Itsuki, this carefree young genius, knew something that even they, the elders, didn't know?

Itsuki looked indifferent, "Believe it or not, I'm not begging you to believe me."

"You..."

Zonyi was choked up, his face darkening.

Setsuna looked at him with a mocking smile.

Itsuki was never a magnanimous person.

On the contrary.

In Setsuna's impression, Uchiha Itsuki was someone who would retaliate for the slightest grievance.

Since you, Uchiha Zonyi, categorized him as a dove, then you should be responsible for him.

But what happened?

Danzo attacked Itsuki, and you forgave Danzo on his behalf!

The punishment was the removal of his position as Hokage's advisor and house arrest.

Hehe, whether to remove him or not was just a matter of Hiruzen Sarutobi's words.

As for house arrest, Hiruzen Sarutobi's people were guarding him. If they wanted to release him, it was also just a matter of their words.

This punishment was not painful at all.

But Zonyi agreed to it.

The compensation was all fought for by Setsuna.

Hehe!

It was Itsuki's own business if he didn't care about Danzo's sneak attack.

Why did you forgive on his behalf?

It could be said that the moment Zonyi chose to let things slide, his relationship with Itsuki was severed.

Zonyi obviously thought of this too, and his face became even uglier, but he didn't think he was wrong.

Konoha was currently in a precarious situation. If the Uchiha wanted to integrate into Konoha, now was the best opportunity to make concessions.

Let the village see the Uchiha's attitude.

He was still angry at Fugaku and Setsuna for ruining his plan.

You guys opened your mouths and asked for money, making all my efforts go to waste.

Itsuki didn't care about their thoughts at all.

He was a man with the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan.

Someone who could crush the entire Konoha, let alone a monkey, he didn't even care about a whole troop of monkeys.

He had his own plan.

As for others, the opportunity was given to them, whether they could seize it or not depended on themselves.

Itsuki yawned again, "Alright, you can all leave now. Shisui and Itachi, you can go too. I've already transplanted my eyes, don't worry about my safety."

After saying that, he ignored everyone and walked into the room.

Leaving a few people lost in thought.

"I'm leaving too."

Fugaku's voice was low as he turned and left.

Setsuna looked at him and followed.

After becoming the clan leader, Fugaku was also under a lot of pressure. He used to be close to Zonyi and agreed with the doves' ideas, suppressing the hawks within the Uchiha.

But later, he changed.

He found that blindly giving in didn't make Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others restrain themselves, so he started to lean towards the hawks and adopted a tough stance externally.

The attack on Uchiha Itsuki strengthened his thoughts of an armed coup.

However!

Hearing about the Three Thousand Sarutobi Troops of the Sarutobi clan, he hesitated again.

If the Sarutobi clan had so many ninjas, what about the Shimura?

The Mitokado?

The Utatane?

These four guys were so close they practically slept in the same bed.

Conservatively estimating, each family also had at least a thousand ninjas!

These ninjas were different from those of other clans. Ninjas from other clans would weigh their options and consider whether to take action against the Uchiha, but these people would definitely become enemies of the Uchiha.

Suddenly having thousands more ninja enemies, Fugaku couldn't help but feel agitated.

He needed to discuss it with Setsuna.

This kind of matter could only be discussed with Setsuna, even though he disliked Setsuna very much.

Itachi also pulled Shisui and left.

He didn't even give Shisui a chance to speak.

Only Uchiha Zonyi was left in place.

His face turned gloomy.

Was he being excluded?

Hadn't he contributed enough to the Uchiha?

Especially recently, he had to face Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others on one hand, and appease the Uchiha within the clan on the other.

He was already exhausted, but Itsuki was so inconsiderate.

And the others were actually blaming him!

"Good, you're all good."

Zonyi turned and left.

His lonely back as he left alone seemed somewhat desolate.

...

After Itsuki entered the room, he picked up Kurenai and walked towards the bedroom without saying a word.

No more words needed.

Just one word: F*ck!

Kurenai looked helpless and said, "Behave yourself."

"Hehe, in front of you, I'm not human."

...

"Itachi, why are you pulling me? Why didn't you let me speak?"

After Itachi took Shisui to a deserted place, he finally couldn't help but speak.

He let Itachi bring him here out of trust for Itachi.

"Three Thousand Sarutobi Troops, do you believe it?"

Itachi's first words made Shisui's breath hitch.

"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

Shisui's expression was somewhat ferocious, "Itachi, are you doubting the Hokage? He is a ninja who wholeheartedly serves Konoha, a true ninja. What does he advocate the most?"

"The Will of Fire!"

Itachi silently looked at Shisui, letting him vent. When he finally calmed down, Itachi spoke, "Shisui, are you doubting Itsuki?"

"Is he not a true ninja?"

"Doesn't he have the Will of Fire?"

Shisui was stunned and said angrily, "Itachi, you, you've become bad."

Using his own words against him, the Itachi of the past would never have done such a thing.

This was something only...

"Anyway, that's how it is!" Itachi shrugged, his tone somewhat resembling Itsuki's, "Do you believe your own brother or the Hokage?"

"Before you answer me, you'd better think about what has happened recently."

"If your answer is the same as before, I will laugh at you, Shisui!"

Shisui was momentarily speechless, having been previously only countered, but now completely choked up.

He paced back and forth restlessly.

"What do you mean, Itachi?" Shisui suddenly turned his head and stared at Itachi.

Three tomoe appeared in Itachi's eyes, and an astonishing ocular power emanated.

He said calmly, "I will use my eyes to see this village. From today on, I won't believe anyone's words. I will see with my own eyes!"

"With my eyes!"

"I will definitely see through everything!"

As Itachi finished speaking, his ocular power became even more astonishing.

The three tomoe slowly connected, forming a new pattern.

At this moment, Itachi underwent a fundamental transformation.

In Kurenai's room.

Itsuki, who was diligently working, suddenly froze, and then a strange smile appeared on his lips.

Mangekyo Sharingan!

Without Shisui's death, Itachi had actually awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan on his own.

Interesting!

This was too interesting!

This pair of Mangekyo Sharingan possessed the power of Tsukuyomi and Amaterasu. Itsuki originally thought they wouldn't appear.

"Not bad, Itachi. I'm optimistic about you. Keep going and become the Uchiha clan leader soon!"

"This time, will your blade be pointed at the clan or at Sarutobi?"

Itsuki smiled and then continued his efforts.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 34: Setsuna's Divine Maneuver

"Itachi!"

Shisui's expression changed slightly, and he asked nervously, "What's wrong with you?"

He felt something was amiss.

Itachi's recent change seemed familiar, giving him a vague guess in his heart.

Therefore, his words were filled with unconcealable excitement.

If Itachi really... that would be fantastic.

Itachi looked at his hands and murmured, "I seem to... Shisui, take a look, have my eyes changed?"

Shisui: "..."

"Ahem!" Itachi coughed dryly and said, "Sorry, Shisui, I forgot."

"Hmph!"

Shisui snorted coldly.

He always felt like this guy was doing it on purpose.

After spending so much time with Itsuki, Itachi had also become mischievous and started acting less serious.

Shisui, feeling annoyed, took Itachi to confirm his Mangekyo Sharingan.

After all, one was blind, and the other couldn't see his own eyes.

When everything settled, both of them breathed a sigh of relief at the same time.

It was confirmed, Mangekyo Sharingan!

"Why did I suddenly awaken it?" Itachi was puzzled, "What about you, Shisui? How did you awaken your Mangekyo Sharingan?"

A flicker of pain crossed Shisui's face, and he said in a calm voice, "Don't dwell on it, Itachi. The awakening process is different for everyone. I experienced some sad events."

"As for Itsuki, I don't know."

Shisui's expression was strange, "I used to think that Itsuki also went through some pain, but..."

Not only did it not seem like it, it almost made people want to curse.

He shook his head and said, "Moreover, I don't think you awakened it because of pain either."

Itachi nodded slightly and said, "Forget it, let's not talk about that. No matter the reason, it's my Mangekyo Sharingan. Shisui, now that I have these eyes, many plans can be carried out."

Shisui had lost his eyes; otherwise, he would have seen the complex emotions on Itachi's face.

"Plans?"

"Yes!" Itachi looked up at the sky and smiled, "Didn't I say it? I want to become the Uchiha clan leader."

Shisui's face contorted in pain, "Itachi, are you serious? Don't listen to Itsuki's nonsense, he's never serious."

His expression changed slightly.

It seemed like Itachi hadn't called him "Shisui-nii" since just now.

Itachi said seriously, "But, Shisui, you can't deny that sometimes, Itsuki's words hit the nail on the head."

"He said that only by becoming Hokage can I truly change the relationship between the village and the Uchiha. I agree with this statement. Do you think it's wrong?"

Shisui smiled bitterly.

Of course, it was right.

The Uchiha were desperate to have a Hokage.

Just like Itsuki said, if the Uchiha could produce a Hokage, they wouldn't mind making significant sacrifices.

But!

Was that possible?

Even Shisui didn't think the Uchiha could become Hokage.

"I don't know what to do, but I have to do something."

Itachi smiled and said, "First, I need to become the clan leader. As for how to do that, just ask Itsuki, he definitely knows."

Shisui was speechless, "You seem to have a lot of confidence in Itsuki."

"I've said it before..." Itachi smiled, "Although he's always joking, his words often hit the nail on the head, pointing directly to the essence of things."

"We've been working hard for so long, but haven't achieved anything."

Itachi shook his head and sighed, "If we had Itsuki's help earlier, maybe things would be completely different."

Shisui also sighed and said, "Itachi, maybe what you said makes sense, but have you ever thought about why Itsuki never takes action?"

"Since he has such a unique understanding of many things, why doesn't he ever take action?"

Towards the end, a hint of sadness appeared on his face.

...

[Mission: Conquer Kurenai Yuhi!]

[Mission completed!]

[Mission reward: Increased ocular power!]

[Ocular power...]

Lying on the bed, Itsuki pondered.

Before he started his 'bombardment' on Kurenai, he had issued himself a mission.

The mission was undoubtedly completed.

Among ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu, taijutsu was considered Itsuki's weakness, but it had also reached level 5.

This was close to the level of an elite Jonin, approaching the Hokage level.

Itsuki believed that he was currently stronger than Might Guy without opening the Eight Gates.

Little Kurenai was no problem, easily conquered.

However!

The system was not clear about the reward.

It was probably because he had just obtained the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, and his ocular power was already rapidly increasing.

But!

The system's reward wouldn't be consumed.

It was just submerged in the benefits brought by the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan.

"I'm really curious, when my power stops increasing, how strong will my stats be?"

A hint of anticipation also appeared in Itsuki's eyes.

"Hmm!"

Kurenai, lying on her side, opened her eyes, yawned lazily, and said, "When will you ever act like a decent person? Huh? Your eyes are blind, you just had a transplant, and you're already... Sigh, can't you rest for a while?"

"That's really not possible!" Itsuki smiled slightly, "By the way, Kurenai, help me with something."

"Hmm? What is it?"

"Do this..."

Itsuki chuckled and leaned close to Kurenai's ear, whispering a few words.

"This..."

Kurenai was stunned and exclaimed, "Are you crazy?"

"The Uchiha are inherently crazy. Is this the first day you've known me?"

Itsuki laughed.

Kurenai's face darkened, "I won't refuse your request, but I won't be responsible for the consequences!"

"Don't worry! I'll bear all the consequences."

Itsuki's smile was strange, with a hint of bloodlust.

...

Something happened in Konoha again.

Danzo sent Root members to attack Uchiha Itsuki, and their battle even destroyed the hospital.

This incident pushed Danzo and Itsuki into the spotlight.

Danzo was criticized for being too reckless.

Openly sending Root ninjas to attack a fellow villager without any reason almost triggered public outrage.

Itsuki was known for his pranks and was not well-liked.

Was that a reason to attack him?

Attacking a genius within the village for no reason, just because of dislike, was simply too arrogant.

Itsuki, on the other hand, was in the spotlight because of his strength.

The Root was hated, but their strength was well-known.

Yet, Itsuki directly killed more than ten of them.

This display of strength shocked many people.

What shocked them even more was that Itsuki couldn't see at all; he currently had no eyes.

Therefore, countless people, intentionally or unintentionally, turned their attention to Danzo and Itsuki!

The Uchiha clan was ignored.

Just like Danzo and Hiruzen.

People only cared about them as individuals; few cared about the clans behind them!

At this time, a rumor spread throughout the village.

The Uchiha clan had a total of five thousand ninjas!

When Itsuki heard this, his jaw almost dropped.

The Uchiha were a large clan!

Known as the strongest clan in the ninja world.

But!

Five thousand ninjas!

Holy crap, if you had that many ninjas, you would have openly demanded the Hokage position long ago.

Hiruzen Sarutobi would probably kneel and offer the Hokage hat with both hands.

Would Danzo still dare to cause trouble?

He would wish he could blind his other eye and never see the Uchiha again.

... Who on earth was so talented?

To spread such a rumor.

Itsuki thought for a while, and suddenly the image of an old man appeared in his mind.

Uchiha Setsuna!

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 35: He's Angry!

Fugaku, with his fierce eyes, could never do such a thing. In Itsuki's words, he's like his eyes, his brain doesn't turn.

Old Zongyi is even more out of the question. He was so eager to integrate the village into Konoha that he ended up pandering to the Hokage faction. In Itsuki's view, as long as it was good for the village, no matter how detrimental it was to the Uchiha, he would gladly accept it. The scariest thing is, he himself hasn't realized it, yet he believes everything he does is for the Uchiha.

Hmm, a very familiar tone.

Danzo...

Hehe, this guy should be in confinement now. The Hokage has given the order, even if he's just acting, he has to be locked up for a few days! To cause trouble at this time is not only slapping the Hokage in the face, it's truly challenging the village's patience.

Itsuki thought for a long time, such a sly maneuver, besides himself, probably only Uchiha Satana would do it.

The former Uchiha Satana was very rigid. He challenged the heavens, the earth, and the air! After being taught a lesson several times, he learned to adapt. Simply put, the current Uchiha Satana is someone who will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.

Regardless of good or bad, I only want results.

He's older and already influential within the Uchiha, and because of the relationship between the village and the Uchiha, he's started to gain power, his forces growing stronger. The Konoha Military Police stepped in to stop it, but it seemed more like a show, resulting in the opposite effect.

Therefore!

The rumor that the Uchiha have five thousand ninjas is spreading more and more fiercely.

Sometimes, when a lie is told enough, it becomes true. I didn't believe it, but you believed it, he believed it, if I don't believe it, wouldn't I be out of the loop?

"You don't know, when I walk on the street, the way the ninjas around me look at me, it's so weird!"

Uchiha Mokujin, sitting on the sofa opposite Itsuki, poured out his grievances. Beside him, a young ninja was nodding vigorously.

Uchiha Nanto!

These are the two trump cards Itsuki has placed outside.

Two Jonin!

The Uchiha's Jonin, no matter where they are placed, no one dares to ignore them. With them around, it becomes easier for Itsuki to do certain things.

This is the muscle Itsuki just flexed today, as for whether others can accept it...

Hehe, Itsuki, with his Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, says, none of my business. If you can accept it, accept it, if you can't... come fight me!

I'll activate my Gundam, if one punch doesn't flatten you, it's on me!

That's how arrogant he is!

"Just bear with it a little longer, you're a Jonin after all, don't you have any resilience?"

Itsuki said casually, not even looking at him.

"You don't know, that kind of look, tsk tsk, it feels like if this goes on, my mental state... sigh."

Mokujin looked at Itsuki slyly.

That expression, that tone, as an old acquaintance, Itsuki understood too well.

Little thing, bah, old thing, wants benefits.

Itsuki looked at him with a smile and said, "Don't worry, if you really follow White Fang, I'll definitely make you a pure jade coffin, no, we're Uchiha, what do we need a coffin for? We'll definitely use Fire Style!"

"This, this..."

"Don't worry about the cost, I'll give you a discount!" Itsuki patted Mokujin's shoulder and said, "Have you forgotten what we're preparing to do? Businessmen, we value honesty, and between acquaintances, there must be discounts."

Nanto smiled and said, "Mokujin is close to us, we've known each other for years, sir, how much of a discount?"

"Must be a full-blown fracture!"

Nanto was surprised and said, "First a fracture, then burning? That way he can't escape, sir, you're smart, I've learned, I've learned."

Mokujin's eyebrows twitched, and he said awkwardly, "I'm still alive, no need to think so far ahead."

Itsuki was taken aback and said, "Burning alive? Then you have to pay extra!"

What the hell is burning alive, I've only heard of burying alive.

And, I don't want to die.

Mokujin sighed deeply and said, "Lord Itsuki, I was wrong."

"Where were you wrong?"

"Wherever you say I was wrong, I was wrong there." Mokujin was very straightforward.

Itsuki smiled ambiguously: "These words, how come it sounds like I'm threatening you? Are you feeling wronged?"

Mokujin said weakly, "Please give me a way out."

"Pfft, haha!" Nanto couldn't help but burst into laughter and said, "Sir, Mokujin has indeed been working hard recently, the Mangekyo Sharingan incident also involved him, if it weren't for our help in secret, he would really be cremated by now."

"Sir, you see, shouldn't we teach some people a lesson?"

"Some people's actions have crossed the line!"

There was killing intent in Nanto's eyes.

Mokujin was attacked, if it weren't for their help in secret, relying on Mokujin alone, his body would probably be stinking by now.

"Indeed, it's time for a reckoning."

Itsuki thought for a moment and said, "How are the things I asked you to do going?"

Mokujin's expression became serious, and he said, "The plan has already begun, but, isn't it causing a bit too much commotion?!"

He was a little apprehensive.

He had thought about getting revenge on those people.

But what Itsuki was doing, if not handled well, could lead to a new ninja world war.

The Fourth Shinobi World War!

He really didn't have the confidence.

Itsuki glanced at him, too lazy to answer, and just said, "Do what you're supposed to do, the rest is none of your concern, I'll handle the scale."

He got up, walked to the window, and silently looked outside with a smile on his face, but the words he spoke were unusually cold.

"The current village is truly disgusting."

"It's time for a change."

Nanto and Mokujin looked at each other, not saying a word.

As the two people familiar with the person in front of them, they knew very well that Itsuki had been accumulating anger for a long time.

Every time Konoha did something wrong to him, he would make a note of it in his heart.

Bit by bit, it finally awakened the sleeping beast.

Its cold eyes were fixed on this prosperous village.

Blood and wailing would become its main melody.

The two were powerless to change Itsuki's decision, nor did they want to.

They chose to follow Uchiha Itsuki, and naturally, they would closely follow his footsteps.

Moreover!

Uchiha Itsuki had never disappointed them.

The two stood up, came behind Itsuki, knelt on one knee, and said in a deep voice, "We swear to follow you to the death!"

In the distance, a masked person hid in the shadows, silently watching Itsuki.

Anbu!

Itsuki suddenly looked up, his eyes met his, and he smiled slightly, opening his mouth.

Because of the distance, the Anbu couldn't hear Itsuki's words, but he could understand his meaning.

"After you go back, do you know how to report?"

The Anbu ninja nodded and disappeared from the spot with a swoosh.

He was the Anbu responsible for monitoring Itsuki.

However, he had long since defected to Itsuki.

As for why he hadn't been discovered... because every report he made was true.

How could an Anbu who always brought important information, and true information at that, be suspected!

Itsuki smiled even more happily.

"I told you everything, I laid everything out in the open, what will your reaction be? Hmm?"

He suddenly turned his head, looked at Mokujin and Nanto, and said, "Mobilize all our people to spread rumors, make sure everyone believes that the Uchiha have five thousand ninjas."

"Yes!"

The two knew that Konoha was about to be restless again.

And rightly so!

Danzo and the others had made several moves, how could the Uchiha not retaliate?

There's no reason to always be the ones being beaten.

Next was the Uchiha's counterattack!

(End of Chapter)