Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Chapter 147 Mysterious Enemy, Tobirama to be Monitored Again by Mito

Uchiha clan.

In the attic of Ichishin's house.

The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha sat dejectedly on the stool, his face ashen.

Before him stood Isshin, Fugaku, and Tobirama—

The three most influential members of the Uchiha clan are all here.

The matter of Tobirama impeaching Danzo had been gradually calming down—

It was obvious to the naked eye that Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't think "Aoisui" was overstepping his bounds, and even indicated that a village-wide opinion survey should be conducted, seemingly with the intention of investigating Danzo.

But in the end, the Uchiha clan itself failed to live up to their potential!

At this critical juncture, they actually made a huge mistake!

A group of nobles from the Land of Fire issued a stern condemnation.

Taking advantage of the situation, the Hidden Stone Village, Sand Village, and Cloud Village joined in, criticizing the Hidden Leaf Village ninjas for failing to fulfill their duty to complete the mission, disgracing the ninja community, and even using the opportunity to promote themselves.

The implication is that their ninjas are more reliable than those of Konoha, and mission assignments can be entrusted to them.

Even the secluded Kirigakure, somehow finding out about the situation, subtly but actually sarcastically told the Hokage to discipline the Konoha ninja and not be too weak—

This news made the Third Mizukage very happy.

See, we can't ignore the ninjas! Doesn't this demonstrate the necessity of the Blood Mist Village?

If someone else makes a mistake, then it means they did the right thing!

With a dark expression, Yi Xin said sternly, "Tell me everything that happened back then, without hiding anything!"

Uchiha Yatsuho lowered his head in anguish, covering his face as he murmured, "I went with Umino Ikkaku and Funano Daikoku to escort the ancient mirror—"

"I was thinking that they both have had a tough time. They just became Chunin and want to work at the Ninja Academy. I'm helping them get a good job so they'll have more experience later on."

"We never expected someone would ambush us! And such a powerful ninja at that!"

Uchiha Hachiho's hand covering his face tightened, as if the pain would make him feel better: "That enemy attacked us. At that time, Umino Ikkaku and Funano Daikoku were protecting the ancient mirror, but when I saw they were about to die, I instinctively saved them—"

"By the time they realized what was happening, the ancient mirror had already been burned, and the enemy was gone!"

"I don't know who this enemy is. We fought back with all our might the whole time, but we couldn't even catch a glimpse of him. He toyed with us like a cat playing with a mouse for almost half a day!"

"He didn't use a single ninjutsu or genjutsu, relying solely on taijutsu and ninja tools throughout, only using a simple fire jutsu at the very end—"

Yi Xin frowned deeply.

"You mean that the enemy was far stronger than you, but didn't harm you?"

"Your fight with him didn't even leave any wounds—"

Fugaku picked up the conversation, his voice stern as he said, "Tell the truth, Hachishiro! Don't hide anything. This matter has already blown up quite a bit, and it's still escalating!"

"If the ancient mirror was destroyed due to carelessness, then confess!"

Isshin's expression was grave: "With the Yamanaka clan and Lady Mito here, no one can be fooled—"

The scene described by Yatsushiro sounds incredibly bizarre.

A powerful figure didn't kill them, but instead came over, toyed with them for a while, and then leisurely left?

The eighth generation hasn't analyzed any useful information yet—

He is a famous three-tomoe (three-tomoe) warrior in his clan, skilled in combat!

The number of strong individuals in the ninja world is limited.

Those with names and surnames are all listed in the databases of various hidden villages. Suddenly, someone pops up who can play the Three Tomoe move without any resistance, and you can't even figure out the slightest trick.

This is too much of a coincidence.

"Assuming this enemy does exist, he must at least possess the strength of a Kage, or be an all-rounder of ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu—" Tobirama's face was ashen; he sensed a conspiracy in his words.

"Even if they are Kage, such as the Kazekage, Raikage, and Tsuchikage, if they didn't use their own fighting systems, they wouldn't have made the Eighth Generation so embarrassed—"

The Raikage doesn't use Lightning Release, the Kazekage doesn't use Magnet Release, and the Tsuchikage doesn't use Earth Release or Dust Release.

That would be equivalent to sealing their hands.

While his combat strength is certainly greater than that of the Eighth Hokage, he shouldn't be so clueless as to be completely unable to discern any fighting style from him.

Fugaku and Isshin nodded in agreement.

That makes sense.

The vast majority of strong ninjas rely on a clear combat system.

Uchiha Yatsuhoku's face showed pain and despair: "I know! I know all of this!"

"My illusion clearly hit him but it was ineffective. His speed and strength far surpass mine. He saw through every move I made, but I couldn't discern his fighting style at all and couldn't gain any information—"

"How could this happen—how could this happen!!"

Fugaku and Isshin looked at Yashiro's expression and sighed in unison, their expressions heavy.

This matter was already extremely complicated—

They also encountered the impeachment of Danzo, which made things even more chaotic and troublesome.

"Now Danzo also has a reason to speak—"

"Root's strictness and mission-first approach, treating ninjas as tools, is correct. After all, Root has never had any problems and has never affected the village."

Rubbing his temples, he felt more exhausted than ever since Qing Shui joined the Uchiha clan: "To be honest, I even suspect Danzo did it!"

Fugaku nodded in deep agreement.

Danzo's motives were indeed too great!

"According to what you and I, clan leader Isshin, told me, Danzo was a ninja skilled in Wind Release and Cursed Seal. Even if his taijutsu was superior to the Eighth Hokage, he probably didn't have that ability—"

Tobirama slowly began, "Unless his strength improves dramatically, but according to historical records, it's practically impossible for a ninja to make such a significant improvement after their peak—"

Tobirama's first thought was, "Has his disciple, who has fallen into darkness, resorted to desperate measures?"

But after thinking about it carefully, I put the idea aside.

Because his apprentice doesn't have that ability!

Danzo was naturally much stronger than the Eighth Hokage of the Uchiha clan.

However, it would be impossible to tease the Eighth Generation Team for so long without revealing their methods without using ninjutsu.

The difference shown is as great as that between a Jonin and a regular Ninja Academy student.

Fugaku was taken aback; what he said actually made sense.

"You probably can't find a ninja like this in the entire Hidden Leaf Village—"

Fugaku pondered for a moment, then a thought struck him: "The Hokage might be able to? I heard from Minato that the Hokage's taijutsu and combat experience are extremely—"

Isshin slapped Fugaku across the face!

"You mean the Hokage went to intercept and kill the Eighth Hokage?" Isshin said angrily, "If the Hokage really wanted to kill the Uchiha, why go through all this trouble?"

Fugaku was a little dazed from the beating, but he wasn't angry. He also realized that he had said the wrong thing.

He quickly explained, "Oh dear, Chief Yixin, I was just stating the facts—"

"Of course it couldn't have been the Hokage. I saw him doing his morning exercises yesterday morning—"

Yixin sighed.

He made up his mind; if this crisis could be weathered—

Let Qingshui grow up quickly, then hand over the position of "Konoha Committee Member" to Qingshui, and I'll serve as clan leader for another two years to help Qingshui get started and give him a boost—

We need to get Aozumi used to working with Fugaku as soon as possible!

However, the problem now is—

How will the Uchiha clan overcome this challenge?

However, Fugaku's nonsensical remarks did serve as a reminder to Tobirama.

"How come Hiruzen has improved so quickly lately?"

"Using the name of the eldest brother, but he's really just like him, isn't he?" Tobirama thought to himself.

Unlimited progress!

Tobirama didn't seem to care about the failure of the Eighth Generation's mission.

The key issue is to determine the identity of that mysterious powerful figure.

But there's too little information—

The opponent did not reveal any characteristics.

It's impossible to determine whether it's a force hidden in another clandestine village or a lone wolf—

"So what is this person's purpose?"

"Destroying the ancient mirror at this time—it might not be aimed at the mirror, and it won't harm the ninjas of Konoha."

Even Tobirama felt a long-lost sense of mental strain: "Is this a deliberate attempt to target the Eighth Generation? Or is there a conflict with the noble Madoka family, potentially disrupting their lineage?"

Yixin shook his head: "It's hard to say—such things were not uncommon in the Warring States period. Some powerful lone wolves always acted on a whim, based solely on their mood at the time, without any apparent logic."

"They do one deal and then immediately disappear from the scene. Even the eldest and youngest clan leaders can't do anything about it."

"To find out the truth, we should at least wait for the other side to show itself again."

Tobirama nodded.

"Isshin" refers to a ninja similar to "Kakuzu".

Under the oppressive environment of the Warring States period, he abruptly left the ninja clan for various reasons and began to act on his own.

In modern terms, they would generally be called "S-rank rogue ninja".

"Even if you kill me, that would be better for the clan—chief, don't you think it would have been better for the clan if I had committed suicide back then?"

The Eighth Generations member cried out in despair, "My death, at least, proves that the Uchiha clan ninjas did their part!"

Yixin sighed.

This is also the most difficult part.

If the Eighth Hokage and the other two Konoha ninjas were dead, this matter wouldn't be so troublesome.

According to the rules of ninja missions, the mission is canceled upon the death of the ninja.

At least it wouldn't cause such a huge public outcry.

"Your eye power and chakra are indeed overloaded—"

Tobirama had Yashiro activate his Sharingan and carefully observed his eyes and body using his own three tomoe.

Overuse of pupil power, resulting in temporary atrophy of the meridians.

It was a fierce battle fought with all their might, but that's also the strange thing about it—

No injuries!

"Should we go explain to the Hokage now?"

Fugaku pondered for a moment before speaking, "However, the consumption of chakra and ocular power can be faked, as can injuries. We can only ask the Yamanaka clan and Lady Mito to verify Yatsushiro's memories—"

Yixin shook his head.

"There's no need to go. It was the Uchiha who made the problem in the first place."

"If the Hokage trusts the Uchiha clan, he will naturally have the Eighth Hokage prove himself—"

"Besides, even if we succeed in proving ourselves, so what? A failed mission is a failed mission! Many nobles have already collectively impeached Konoha's ninjas for lacking credibility, threatening to give the mission quotas to other hidden villages—"

"These are only some of the nobles who have spoken out; who knows how many more are still observing—"

"It has already caused significant damage to the village!"

"When a ninja fails, where do you find so many excuses? Besides, the Eighth Hokage wasn't even injured. Do you think those Chunin and Genin would listen to the Uchiha's patient explanations?"

"It only takes a few words to spread rumors, but it's much harder to refute them—" Yixin's tone was full of frustration.

Is it really just bad luck?

A monster that had been hidden from the world was encountered by Yatsushiro!

"What do we do now?" Fugaku asked anxiously.

"What to do about the Uchiha? I don't know—"

Isshin muttered to himself, "It's all up to fate! And Aomizu, you should also be prepared; you might be subject to an investigation by Lord Mito—"

Regarding the matter of Izuna being able to possess Aoshui.

Tobirama and Isshin had discussed that keeping it a secret would be very difficult, and it was impossible to keep Izuna's power hidden indefinitely.

If you try to hide it, it will be difficult to explain if you get caught. It's better to be open and honest from the beginning.

He can only borrow chakra, but he doesn't have Izuna's consciousness—

But when something like this happens, the nature of the situation changes!

Fugaku frowned: "Why is it related to Seisui?"

"Go and calm the other clan members down, Fugaku. Complete the Hokage's mission!" Isshin waved his hand, signaling Fugaku and Yashiro to leave first: "Yashiro, you stay quiet too."

With heavy steps, Yashiro walked out without saying a word, his head bowed.

Fugaku was taken aback. Couldn't he even know?

Is there really something going on here?

But after thinking about it, he got up and left decisively.

If he finds out about certain things, what if he encounters a real test and can't overcome it? Wouldn't that be troublesome?

Fugaku had already gained a basic understanding of himself.

Having reinforced the attic with a barrier, he slowly said, "If I were Lady Mito, I might even believe that it was Izuna, the young clan leader, who manipulated you to do this in order to split the Uchiha clan and Konoha—"

"Back then, the young clan leader was one of the few in the clan who opposed peace talks with the Senju, and he even denounced us as cowards who had forgotten their hatred—"

Isshin sighed: "Lord Mito must know as well."

"So, Aoshui, you need to figure out how to deal with this as soon as possible in order to escape Mito-sama's detection—"

"Using the excuse of exhausted pupil power is definitely not acceptable."

If this had happened before...

As long as you report it as a blessing from an ancestor's chakra, the matter will be settled.

They can also gain a reputation for reporting in advance.

After all, similar things have happened in the Senju and Uzumaki clans, and some ninja clans have also experienced similar phenomena.

So even if his chakra is similar to Izuna's, it's not enough for Aoshui to capture him and interrogate him.

But once something happens, there will be a reason to investigate Qingshui, and the Uchiha cannot protect him.

"Should we face Lady Mito?"

Tobirama, his true feelings evident in his expression of resistance, argued, "Is there any other way? Besides, the young clan leader has no reason to do this. His protection of the clan's reputation is recorded in the annals; Lord Mito should know that, right?"

Looking intently at Tobirama's expression, a sense of helplessness crossed his heart.

Let alone a teenager, no ninja wants to be questioned by Mito.

It's practically mind-reading!

Tobirama was starting to lose his composure.

He was planning to accumulate the achievement of "deceiving Mito".

I'll boost Hiruzen's reputation score to vouch for myself.

It's fair to say that what's possessing him is merely the chakra of the Uchiha ancestor, and the statue of Izuna; don't misunderstand—

At worst, it would just reveal Izuna's identity as a descendant of Tobiichi. Besides, Izuna's soul and chakra could only communicate briefly during his first inhabiting of Tobiichi's body; they couldn't do so again afterward.

But these suggestions only work if you take the initiative to do them!

Given the current situation, it would be pointless to report it now.

"Given Mito's astonishing sixth sense and perceptive abilities, without the 'proactive reporting' shield, she would definitely dig deep to find out the truth—"

"My own identity won't be exposed; Hiruzen has thought of everything for me, and with Isshin's eye technique tempering—"

"It's highly likely that Izuna and Mito will meet. I guess I'll be under surveillance again after this. Why am I being monitored even in this second life?"

Tobirama really wanted to know who had attacked the Uchiha clan—

They even set him up! He was originally thinking he could conduct research in Konoha without any restraint—

Mito probably wouldn't pay too much attention to Mizar's research team if he managed to infiltrate them.

But now, in a daze, Tobirama once again felt the oppressive sensation of Kagura's mind's eye occasionally sweeping over him—

"With things going like this, it'll be incredibly difficult for me to develop my own ninjutsu. I'll have to follow Hiruzen's approach. Mito is such a pain in the ass—"

Tobirama gritted his teeth, but had no choice but to give up.

It's all that enemy's fault, who appeared out of nowhere! He's even more detestable than Madara!

"We can only wait—"

"I'll wait for the Hokage to call me to a meeting!" Isshin sighed.

And at this moment.

A knock came at the door.

With a start, Yixin activated the barrier and slowly opened the door to the attic.

Who would dare to enter his house?

"I am here to relay the instructions from the Hokage."

"Committee member, you must control Uchiha Yatsuhoshi's emotions and prevent him from losing control and committing suicide. This will only make it harder for the truth to come to light."

"We've already sent people to talk to Uchiha Hachiro, Unno Ikkaku, and Funano Daikoku. You need to keep up with their updates and make sure nothing goes wrong."

The newcomer wore a mask similar to that of the Anbu, but was dressed in a dark trench coat: "We are the Root organization re-established by the Hokage. Details regarding the new Root organization will be announced to all committee members after this matter is resolved."

Ryoma Aburame removed his mask, shook it briefly, and then put it back on.

I was utterly astonished.

I was surprised that Root had been re-established under the Hokage's leadership—

He was also impressed by the accuracy of Hiruzen Sarutobi's predictions.

Just now, I really did wonder if things would have been a little better if Yashiro had committed suicide—

After all, death is always the quickest way to prove one's innocence.

"I understand, thank you for your hard work."

Aburame Ryoma nodded, then transformed into a swarm of insects and vanished on the spot.

"Root is back—this means the Hokage has regained control over Root. Judging from the new uniforms, this isn't something that happened in the last two days—"

"So Danzo's mistakes should have been clearly understood, but why didn't they say so then?"

"The matter has already been resolved, so the impeachment is actually unfounded."

"Let the new roots notify me—" he pondered.

"I think it must be the Hokage who has already dealt with the problems that Root had in the past."

Tobirama slowly said, "But Danzo didn't realize, or rather, didn't think he had made a mistake."

"The purpose of informing the Uchiha clan is to calm us down and prevent us from overthinking and feeling that we have done something wrong."

As Hiruzen and Danzo's teacher, Tobirama understood the bond between the two brothers very well.

That one glance was enough to tell Hiruzen that he had definitely helped Danzo clean up the mess, and might even have given him a heads-up.

However, Danzo didn't take it seriously and didn't think he had done anything wrong.

By impeaching Danzo himself, Hiruzen could use the entire village's public opinion to teach Danzo a lesson!

"Is that so?"

After thinking for a while, he nodded and said, "Qingshui, at your age, you already have the mindset of a Hokage. That's truly remarkable!"

"If the Hokage asks me to attend a meeting, what do you think I should say?"

Tobirama said slowly, "Don't back down to Danzo because of this one incident. We need to discuss the Uchiha's mistakes separately from Danzo's mistakes! The progress of the Will of Fire cannot be reversed!"

Yixin let out a long breath, thinking to himself, "Qingshui's will of fire truly carries the extremes unique to their clan!"

"But it seems that's not wrong either. Although such impeachment at the First Martial Arts Arena was too dangerous, the result was good—"

"Could it be that Qing Shui is truly a genius in this area? Has he seen through the Hokage's deeper intentions—"

Three days later.

With the clandestine forces maintaining order silently, no uncontrollable incidents occurred in the village.

But public opinion, like a spring, is silently accumulating power.

The drastically different ideas began to collide and spark. The ninjas, who initially disagreed with each other completely, began to understand some of each other's thoughts, but they still could not convince each other.

Therefore, everyone turned their attention to the Hokage—

We await this interpreter of the Will of Fire, who can definitively resolve this turmoil—

But Hiruzen Sarutobi was in no hurry.

He needs to let the bullets fly a little longer—