Simultaneous Transmigration: From Douluo Continent to the Pinnacle
Chapter 176 Change
The gloomy clouds, like cotton wool soaked in ink, weighed heavily on the sky above Konoha Village, and even the air itself felt stagnant and oppressive.
The streets, once filled with the smoke of cooking fires and the laughter of children, are now deserted except for the rustling of fallen leaves in the wind.
Suddenly, a deep, resonant "hum" broke the silence.
A purple barrier shimmering with an eerie light suddenly rose from around the Hokage Building, like a giant glass dome, completely enveloping the core of Konoha's power.
The surface of the barrier was covered with intricate runes and emitted a chilling chakra fluctuation, which even caused the distant clouds to churn slightly.
Immediately afterwards, a loud eagle's cry, so loud it pierced the sky, suddenly echoed above Konoha.
The voice was sharp and urgent, piercing the hearts of every Konoha ninja and villager.
"That's the highest alert signal!" A patrolling Chunin's expression changed drastically. He gripped his ninja tool pouch tightly, his voice filled with undisguised shock. "The last time I heard that eagle's cry was when the Nine-Tails attacked the village!"
Panic spread rapidly like a tidal wave. Scattered pedestrians scattered in all directions, while ninjas instinctively drew their weapons, warily eyeing the Hokage Building. Just then, the massive wooden gate of Konoha, a symbol of protection and majesty that had never truly closed since its founding, suddenly creaked heavily. The sound of the wooden structure rubbing and colliding was particularly jarring in the silent village, like the slow turning of the gears of history. Countless ninjas and villagers stopped in their tracks, staring in astonishment at the slowly closing gate, until a deafening crash echoed as the two doors slammed shut, kicking up a cloud of dust and completely severing Konoha's connection with the outside world.
Meanwhile, towards the Hokage Building, ninjas from the Uchiha and Senju clans had already assembled. The Uchiha ninjas, clad in uniform dark-colored outfits, their crimson Sharingan gleaming sharply in the dim light, wore striking red armbands embroidered with the Uchiha's fan crest and the Senju's whirlpool crest, symbolizing the historic union of the two clans. The Senju ninjas, on the other hand, were tall and imposing, their chakra concentrated and powerful, their every movement exuding the composure of seasoned warriors. Besides these two core forces, ninjas from the Hyuga branch family, some members of the Aburame clan, and numerous Konoha ninjas harboring long-standing resentment towards the Third Hokage's leadership also joined, forming a massive force capable of controlling the entire area. They were stationed at village entrances or moved through the streets, their expressions solemn and their aura imposing, prohibiting anyone from entering or leaving at will, firmly holding Konoha under their control.
Inside the medical ward, the medical ninjas, who had been busy caring for the wounded from the Nine-Tails' attack on the village, paused in unison upon seeing the purple barrier rising outside the window and hearing the cry of an eagle. A middle-aged female medical ninja abruptly put down the bandages in her hands, a resolute glint in her eyes. She pulled a red armband from her ninja tool pouch and held it high: "For Konoha! For true justice!" Before her words had even finished, all the medical ninjas in the ward responded, taking out identical red armbands from their respective storage compartments and quickly tying them on their arms. The Uchiha and Senju clan crests on the armbands stood out vividly against the white medical uniforms. Most of these medical ninjas had been trained by Tsunade and later received care from Uchiha You, and they already held their two leaders in high esteem. At this moment, they naturally chose to support them without hesitation.
Even the Konoha ninjas in the hospital ward, whose injuries had not yet fully healed, struggled excitedly to sit up in bed. Some shouted, "Lord You! Lady Tsunade! We're here to support you!" A young Chunin, trembling, pulled a red booklet from the bedside table, waving it and shouting, "The true Will of Fire will never tolerate darkness and betrayal!"
Unlike the united front within the medical department, a power transition was underway within the intelligence department. Formerly controlled by the Yamanaka, Nara, Akimichi, and Sarutobi clans, the intelligence department, though headed by Tsunade during the Third Shinobi World War, still retained core power firmly in the hands of the old guard. Uchiha Tekka, leading a squad of Uchiha ninja, pushed open the door and declared in a deep voice, "From this moment forward, the intelligence department will be jointly managed by the Uchiha and Senju clans! Everyone, drop everything and do not act rashly!"
"How dare you! This is treason!" A Jonin from the Yamanaka clan roared, his eyes wide with fury, and reached out to unleash a secret technique. However, before he could finish speaking, he was instantly subdued by a nearby Uchiha ninja. Uchiha Yao strode into the intelligence department, his cold gaze sweeping over everyone present, and dropped a bombshell: "The Third Hokage and his ilk have been secretly conducting human experiments for a long time, murdering fellow village ninjas, and stealing others' bloodline limits! Even more appalling, the recent Nine-Tails attack on the village was a carefully orchestrated conspiracy to consolidate their power!"
"What?!" The ninjas in the intelligence department were all shocked, their faces filled with disbelief. The horrific scene of the Nine-Tails' attack on the village was still vivid in their minds, countless comrades had perished, and their homes had been destroyed. Now, learning that this was a conspiracy orchestrated by the higher-ups, anger and disappointment instantly overwhelmed their will to resist. Even those ninjas who had been loyal to the Third Hokage hesitated, their hands unconsciously stopping.
Within the Hyuga clan's territory, chaos reigned. The main clan ninja were horrified to discover that the branch clan ninja had vanished en masse. When they tried to use the Caged Bird Seal to restrain them, they were horrified to find that the seal, passed down through generations and acting as a shackle, had completely failed! "It's terrible! Elder! The branch clan members and the police have broken in! They're taking away the branch clan members' families!" A main clan member rushed in, his voice trembling with tears. The Hyuga elder's face was ashen, his hands clenched into fists, utterly powerless—without the Caged Bird Seal's restraint, the branch clan ninja, supported by the Uchiha and Senju, were no longer someone the main clan could control. The branch clan's defection had completely thrown Konoha's situation out of balance, and before any large-scale unrest could erupt, the Uchiha and Senju allied forces had firmly established control.
Inside the Hokage Building, the light of the Four Purple Flame Formation intensified, completely enveloping the building. Within the barrier, the elite members of Root and Anbu stood silently, their faces filled with struggle and confusion. From childhood, they had been instilled with loyalty to Konoha and the Hokage, but what was happening before their eyes—Danzo's arm covered in Sharingan eyes and the Wood Release chakra emanating from him—made it impossible for them to deceive themselves any longer. Danzo's outburst had shattered their faith, leaving them without the courage to resist.
Hundreds of Konoha Jonin gathered in the building's lobby, their gazes complex as they watched the figure on the rooftop. Among them were former loyalists to the Third Hokage, neutral powerhouses, and ninjas who had long since sided with the Uchiha and Senju clans. When Danzo's right arm, adorned with ten Sharingan eyes, was revealed to the crowd, and when the eerie chakra emanating from the Wood Release cells within him was sensed, all doubts vanished. "Those are Sharingan eyes! They're the eyes of an Uchiha!" a Jonin exclaimed, his eyes filled with rage. "Danzo actually harmed our own people!" "And those Wood Release cells—that's the First Hokage's bloodline limit! He actually desecrated the First Hokage's body!" Shouts of condemnation rose and fell, and anger spread like wildfire among the ninjas.
Standing on the rooftop, Shimura Danzo's hair was disheveled and his face was contorted with rage, yet he remained defiant: "Everything I've done is for Konoha! To protect the peace of the village!" His voice was hoarse, carrying a hint of barely perceptible panic.
"For Konoha?" Uchiha Yao stepped forward slowly, his eyes as cold as frost, a mocking smile playing on his lips. Lightning Release chakra crackled and swirled around him. "Harming your own village, stealing bloodlines, plotting the Nine-Tails' attack—is this what you call for Konoha?" Before he could finish speaking, Danzo suddenly attacked, shouting, "Wind Release: Vacuum Wave!" Countless sharp wind blades erupted from his mouth, like a dense rain of arrows, sweeping towards Uchiha Yao with such ferocity that it seemed to tear the air apart.
The Jonin exclaimed in shock; the power of a Wind Release ninjutsu of this scale was extraordinary! However, facing the incoming wind blades, Uchiha Yao remained unfazed, raising his hand and throwing a punch. Lightning Release chakra solidified on his fist, transforming into a raging bolt of lightning, carrying a world-destroying force as it directly collided with the Wind Release. Normally, Wind Release counters Lightning Release, but at this moment, before the absolute power of Uchiha Yao's high-level Lightning Release, the rule of elemental counteraction was completely shattered. With a deafening roar, the power of the lightning instantly shattered the wind blades, and the aftershocks spread out, cracking the ground.
Tsunade stepped forward, standing beside Uchiha Yao, her beautiful eyes filled with disgust and reproach: "Danzo, you've lived your entire life for your own ambition, all under the guise of Konoha's sake. You're utterly despicable!"
The two exchanged a glance and coldly declared in unison, "In the name of the Uchiha and Senju, we pronounce judgment! Shimura Danzo's crimes are beyond description; he is hereby stripped of his Konoha ninja status!"
The verdict struck Danzo like a thunderbolt. He trembled, his face turning deathly pale, his eyes filled with disbelief and despair. Being a rogue ninja was already a disgrace, but being stripped of his Konoha ninja status was a punishment worse than death—it meant that his life's obsession, everything he had pursued, had become a joke; he no longer even had the right to be judged as a Konoha ninja. This was a punishment that pierced his very soul, utterly shattering Danzo's last psychological defenses. His beliefs crumbled, his body swayed uncontrollably, his eyes glazed over, and he muttered to himself, "No…impossible…I did this for Konoha…I am the leader of Root…"
Just then, Uchiha Yao's Sharingan spun rapidly, and a subtle genjutsu was quietly activated. Danzo's eyes instantly became glazed over, and the scene before him began to distort. In his perception, Uchiha Yao's figure gradually transformed into the likeness of Sarutobi Hiruzen, staring at him with icy eyes. "It's you... Sarutobi Hiruzen!" Danzo roared, his pent-up resentment and despair exploding instantly. He lunged forward, grabbing "Sarutobi Hiruzen's" arms tightly, black cursed marks instantly appearing on his chest. "I will haunt you even as a ghost! Reverse Four Symbols Sealing Technique!"
Black sealing ink gushed from his mouth, carrying an aura of destruction, and swept towards "Hiruzen Sarutobi".
"Oh no! It's the Inner Four Symbols Seal!" Kushina Uzumaki's expression changed drastically, and she hurriedly warned.
The real Hiruzen Sarutobi was nearby. Seeing Danzo rushing towards him and witnessing the deadly sealing ink, he was filled with shock and rage. He never expected Danzo to suddenly launch a suicidal attack! "Danzo! You're insane!" In this life-or-death moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi unleashed all his power, delivering a powerful kick to Danzo's chest. Danzo, already disoriented, was sent flying like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily to the ground.
However, the sealing ink had already sprayed out, and Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane couldn't dodge in time. Their arms and legs were stained with ink and instantly enveloped by black sealing patterns, losing sensation and the ability to move. Hiruzen Sarutobi's arms were not spared either; the black substance spread along his skin, causing him to completely lose control of his arms, and his chakra could not flow normally.
"Grab him!" Uchiha Yao commanded, and Namikaze Minato instantly transformed into a yellow lightning bolt, appearing in front of Danzo. At the same time, Uchiha Yao also activated the Body Flicker Technique, and together with Namikaze Minato, they simultaneously unleashed the Five Elements Sealing Technique. The combined power of the two seals struck Danzo heavily, completely sealing off the chakra within his body.
With his chakra sealed, the genjutsu's effects dissipated. Danzo regained his senses, and looking at the scene before him, he was utterly devastated. Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu lay on the ground, their limbs blackened and their faces pale; Sarutobi Hiruzen clutched his numb arms, his eyes filled with pain and rage; and he himself was utterly powerless, unable to move even a single finger. "How...how could this be..." he muttered to himself, vomiting blood continuously, his eyes unfocused.
Just then, Danzo's body suddenly underwent a strange change. From the wound on his severed right arm, a mixture of blood and white liquid began to grow green branches wildly. Without the suppression of the Sharingan and the restraint of chakra, the Wood Release cells went completely out of control! "Ah—!" A shrill scream escaped Danzo's lips as his body was entangled and devoured by the ever-growing branches, suffering unbearable pain.
Tsunade frowned and said in a deep voice, "Everyone, don't come any closer. The Wood Release cells have gone out of control and will devour all living things." She had witnessed countless such experimental accidents and knew this all too well.
Uchiha Yao's eyes were icy as he looked at Danzo, who was writhing in agony on the ground, without a trace of pity. He slowly stepped forward, his Kusanagi sword gleaming coldly, and without hesitation, he swung the sword down, severing Danzo's still-growing limbs completely. Without the support of his limbs, Danzo's breath grew weaker and weaker, and he could only lie on the ground, barely clinging to life.
Hiruzen Sarutobi stood rooted to the spot, witnessing the utterly hopeless situation before him, his heart filled with a complex mix of emotions. He had once been the leader of Konoha, the renowned "Professor of Ninjutsu" in the ninja world, wielding supreme power and controlling the village's future. He believed he could suppress the rise of the Uchiha clan and maintain the glory of the Sarutobi clan, but in the blink of an eye, everything had vanished. The Hyuga branch family had turned against him, the medical and intelligence departments had been taken over, the Jonin had sided with the Uchiha and Senju, even his most trusted Danzo had become a prisoner, and he himself was crippled, abandoned by all.
A deep sense of desolation flashed in his eyes, along with an endless helplessness at losing power. Why? Everything was fine before, he still had a chance to suppress Uchiha Yao, so how could things have suddenly turned so bad? Why was no one willing to help him? These questions swirled in his mind like a curse, shattering his spirit. Finally, he could no longer bear the immense blow; his vision went black, and he fainted, collapsing heavily to the ground.
After the situation had completely stabilized, Uchiha Yao stood on the rooftop of the Hokage Building, his gaze sweeping over the now peaceful Konoha Village below. He said in a deep voice, "Pass down the order: Konoha will remain under lockdown and on high alert. No one is allowed to enter or leave without authorization. Anyone who dares to take this opportunity to incite unrest or disrupt order will be executed without mercy!" His voice, amplified by chakra, resounded throughout Konoha, carrying an undeniable authority.
"Yes!" the ninjas below responded in unison, their voices loud and clear.
Tsunade then added, "Immediately send people to monitor all members of the four great clans—Sarutobi, Shimura, Mitomon, and Utatane—and forbid them from moving around freely. At the same time, in the name of Konoha, recall all ninja from the four great clans who are on missions outside. There must be no mistakes!" Her tone was serious, and her eyes were sharp, demonstrating her strong execution ability.
The patrolling ninjas split into two teams: one patrolled the streets and alleys to maintain order, while the other pushed carts loaded with vegetables and food, resupplying each household. At the same time, they informed the villagers of the crimes committed by the Third Hokage's high-ranking officials: "The Third Hokage and his superiors conducted long-term human experiments, harming fellow village ninjas!" "The Nine-Tails' attack on the village was a conspiracy they orchestrated, solely to consolidate their power!" "Danzo stole the Uchiha's Sharingan and desecrated the First Hokage's Wood Release cells!"
These messages were like bombshells, causing a huge shock among the villagers. Anger, disappointment, and relief intertwined. The villagers cursed the Third Hokage's betrayal, while at the same time being filled with gratitude for the Uchiha and Senju allied forces stabilizing the situation. "Thank goodness for Lady You and Lady Tsunade, otherwise Konoha would really be finished!" "The Uchiha and Senju are the true forces protecting Konoha!" Under the reassurance of the patrolling ninjas, the villagers' emotions gradually calmed down, the dark clouds over Konoha Village slowly dispersed, and warm sunlight shone through the clouds onto this land that had experienced such a dramatic change. Order was slowly being restored.
Three days later, the Jonin meeting was held on the rooftop terrace of the Hokage Building. This location was chosen for two reasons: first, the large number of Jonin attending the meeting provided ample space; second, it ensured transparency and demonstrated the determination and sincerity of Konoha's new forces. Bright sunlight streamed onto the terrace, but it couldn't dispel the heavy atmosphere. One by one, the Konoha Jonin, dressed in their neat ninja uniforms, stood solemnly on the terrace, their gazes complex as they looked towards the head of the table.
"Bring these up." Uchiha Yao's voice broke the silence. Several ninjas came up carrying a thick stack of files and some sealed containers, neatly arranging the items in front of everyone. The files recorded the heinous crimes committed by Root over the years: detailed data on human experimentation, lists of murdered ninjas from the same village, accounts of embezzling frontline ninja tools and selling them at high prices on the black market... The sealed containers contained some gruesome experimental samples.
"Everyone, take a look for yourselves." Uchiha Yao gestured for everyone to pass around the evidence.
The Jonin stepped forward, flipping through the files and examining the samples. Their expressions grew increasingly grim, their anger reignited. "They actually performed nano-level modifications on the Aburame clan's poisonous insects to assassinate fellow villager ninjas!" "The Kurama clan's genjutsu genius was captured and used for experiments, ultimately dying a gruesome death!" "And these accounts! During the war, frontline ninjas didn't even have enough ninja tools, yet they were still lining their own pockets!" Outrageous shouts rang out, everyone shocked by the Root's cruelty and darkness. They could accept the existence of darkness within a ninja village, used to fight enemies and rogue ninjas, but they could never tolerate such darkness descending upon their own comrades.
Tsunade stepped forward, her gaze sweeping over all the Jonin present, and said in a deep voice, "The corruption and betrayal of the Third Hokage's leadership are well-documented. Konoha has just undergone a major upheaval and cannot be without a leader. I propose that Uchiha You temporarily assume the position of Hokage to oversee the village's daily affairs, and I will serve as his advisor, assisting him in handling political matters."
Tsunade's suggestion was met with a brief silence on the balcony. Then, a Jonin spoke first: "I agree! Lady You is powerful and has Konoha's heart; she has the ability to lead us out of this predicament!" "I also agree! Lady Tsunade is experienced; with the two of you working together, Konoha will surely regain its glory!" "Seconded!" "Seconded!" Voices of agreement rose and fell; the vast majority of Jonin chose to support her. Those Jonin who had once been loyal to the Third Hokage now understood that the tide had turned, and with the evidence against Root undeniable, they had no reason to object.
Uchiha Yao slowly stood up, looking at everyone with a firm gaze, and said in a deep voice, "Since everyone trusts me, I will not let you down. From this day forward, I will lead Konoha to a new future as the acting Hokage!" His voice was not loud, but it carried a convincing power.
Immediately afterwards, Uchiha Yao began issuing appointments, completing a complete change of power structure in Konoha: "Tsunade Senju is appointed as the Hokage's assistant. In addition to serving as the Hokage's advisor, she will continue to serve as the head of the medical department, responsible for improving Konoha's medical standards and treating the wounded."
Tsunade nodded slightly and accepted the appointment.
"Appoint Senju Nawaki as the head of the Anbu and Uchiha Koji as the deputy head of the Anbu. From this moment on, reorganize the Anbu, eliminate the remnants of the Root, and take charge of the village's covert protection." Senju Nawaki is Tsunade's younger brother. He is quite strong and loyal to Uchiha You and Tsunade. Having him in charge of the Anbu will not only ensure the loyalty of the Anbu but also balance the power of the Senju clan.
Senju Nawaki stepped forward and replied in a deep voice, "Yes, sir!"
"Kushina Uzumaki is appointed as the head of the Barrier Department, responsible for reinforcing Konoha's barrier defenses and ensuring the village's safety." As the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Kushina Uzumaki possesses immense chakra and a profound understanding of sealing and barrier techniques, making her the perfect candidate for head of the Barrier Department.
"Leave it to me!" Kushina replied loudly, her eyes resolute.
"Uchiha Mikoto is appointed as the head of the police department, responsible for maintaining the village's security, handling daily affairs, and ensuring the safety of the villagers." Uchiha Mikoto is not only powerful and meticulous, but also has excellent management skills. With her in charge of the police department, the Uchiha clan can be better integrated into Konoha's management system.
Mikoto Uchiha bowed slightly: "I will certainly not let the Hokage down."
"Hyuga Hizashi, Aburame Shiguro, Uchiha Tetsuka, and Senju Ki are appointed as the head and deputy head of the Intelligence Department. The four will work together to take charge of all intelligence work, collect intelligence from both domestic and foreign sources, and provide support for Konoha's decision-making." This appointment not only won over the Hyuga branch family and the Aburame clan, but also ensured the balance of power in the Intelligence Department, preventing it from being controlled by a single force.
Hyuga Hizashi and the others stepped forward to receive their orders, their faces filled with excitement and solemnity.
Finally, Uchiha Yao's gaze fell on Namikaze Minato and Orochimaru: "Appoint Namikaze Minato and Orochimaru to form a special investigation team to thoroughly investigate all the crimes committed by Root over the years, inventory Root's resources and intelligence, bring all those involved to justice, and give all the victims an explanation!"
Minato Namikaze's expression was serious: "I guarantee I'll complete the mission!" Orochimaru licked his lips, a hint of excitement and anticipation flashing in his eyes: "An interesting job, huh?"
With a series of appointments issued, Konoha's six core departments were all filled with personnel from the Uchiha and Senju factions, as well as representatives of forces supporting the new regime. This power transition, carried out in the form of "dividing the cake," not only ensured the stability of the new regime but also united most of Konoha's forces, allowing Konoha to quickly form a new power core after the upheaval.
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