Chapter 17 Showing Off Muscles

The appearance of Wood Release caused tension among Konoha's higher-ups.

This matter also involves two pairs of kaleidoscopes.

Wherever it is placed, it is a force that cannot be ignored.

The already turbulent Konoha is now even more turbulent.

Many powerful ninja clans have begun to reduce the number of times their clan ninjas go on missions.

Many people were skeptical of Yishu's words, unanimously believing that he didn't tell the truth.

Even a dog wouldn't believe him.

But who dares to gamble?

What if it's true?

This concerns the entire ninja clan!

This is exactly the kind of thinking that Yishu wants.

What he likes most is that you don't believe him, but you still have to do what he wants.

I have sacrificed my kaleidoscope; you cannot refrain from doing the same.

Although the eye was still in my hands, it really hurt when I was gouging it out.

and!

Some people vaguely know that there is indeed a Wood Release ninja, but they don't know much about him.

Never underestimate the ninja clans that existed since the founding of Konoha.

Their power was deeply intertwined, and they managed to survive well during the Warring States period, which must have been due to their own methods of survival.

Furthermore, existence leaves a trace.

Not to mention, this Wood Release user had previously gone out on missions and couldn't possibly have avoided everyone's sight.

Danzo and the Third Hokage also began to suspect each other.

Danzo believed that Hiruzen Sarutobi had stolen the Mangekyou Sharingan because he had already taken the Wood Release ninja.

The Third Hokage argued that if Danzo could create one Wood Release technique, why couldn't he create a second one?

That one-eyed guy probably has a few more Wood Release ninjas at his disposal.

Danzo, the Third Hokage: He's cunning!

……

The Hokage's office.

The four guardian beasts of Konoha have gathered once again.

"Didn't you all realize that this was all a show orchestrated by Uchiha Ichiki himself? He treated us all like fools, just playing us for a fool!"

Danzo's voice grew increasingly sinister.

Yesterday, after Uchiha Ichiki awoke, he and the Konoha high-ranking officials, along with representatives of the great ninja clans and commoner ninjas, held a meeting together.

The result was very unfriendly to Danzo.

He was seething with anger.

"Everyone's skeptical, is it even useful?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi coldly said, "Shisui has the Kaleidoscope, so it's possible he set up a scheme. But what about Ichiki? Did any of you know he had the Kaleidoscope? Before today, nobody knew."

"As for that Uchiha Kito, hehe, he's not among the registered Uchiha Jonin in the village. I don't know where he came from."

"Furthermore, Kaname! His Wood Release isn't just targeting the Tailed Beasts, but also the Uchiha clan. Everyone has been intentionally or unintentionally keeping it from the Uchiha. Do you think that good-for-nothing brat Uchiha Itsuki would know?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's face was grim;

...Shisui's attitude was also very strange!

It seems like they're hiding something.

They distrust Zhishui, but they acknowledge his love for the village.

So, could his silence be to protect someone?

Danzo and the Third Hokage locked eyes, gazing intently at each other.

a long time.

Mitokado Homura asked helplessly, "What do we do now?"

"Take your time investigating!"

The third generation's face looked increasingly aged.

He was already over sixty years old, which was considered very old for a ninja. His physical functions and mental state could no longer keep up.

But such a beautiful land, how could one not feel nostalgic?

Danzo stood up and said coldly, "I am not one to wait passively."

"Danzo!" the Third Hokage scolded, "You'd better not do anything reckless. The Uchiha clan right now is a powder keg. If something happens, I can't protect you."

"snort!"

The only response he received was a cold snort.

With the sound of his cane tapping the floor, the Third Generation let out a soft sigh.

The main characters left, and Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong looked at each other and bid farewell to the three generations.

When he was alone in the room, the third generation began to mutter to himself.

"Is this a setup? It's full of flaws. If it's a setup, why is it so crude?"

"If not, Danzo, what are you planning to do?"

……

After chatting with Kazuki for a while, Jiraiya said, "If you need any help, just let me know," and then turned and left.

Hong then went to see him off.

At this time.

The door to the ward opened, and a person walked in, came to the bedside, and silently gazed at a tree.

Yishu slightly raised its head and met his gaze.

No one spoke.

Yishu remained silent, then said, "Zhishui, don't you think we're both being silly? Two blind people, what are we staring at each other for? Can you see me, or can I see you?"

The visitor was none other than Zhi Shui.

With the system at his disposal, Ichiki had long since become a sensory ninja, and Shisui's every move was subject to his perception.

Why do this?

Zhi Shui's voice was low and somber.

When he woke up.

After learning what had happened from Itachi, he almost lost his mind.

Yishu usually likes to act silly, but this time, it was really outrageous.

Furthermore, he was also worried about his kaleidoscope falling into the wrong hands.

The effects of Kotoamatsukami are truly astonishing.

That would be a calamity capable of triggering a war across the entire ninja world!

Ichiki retorted, "Shisui, you think I did it? I gouged out your eyes?"

Still waters remain silent.

"Oh God!" Ichishu let out a soft sob and murmured, "My brother actually doubts me? Waaah! I don't want to live anymore."

Zhi Shui remained expressionless and said, "You don't even have eyes now, how are you crying? Are there any tears? Tears are streaming from empty eye sockets, do you want to tell me how it feels?"

Yi Shu: "..."

"Shisui, you've grown up."

He sighed.

Respond with indifference and detachment.

Yi Shu chuckled softly and said, "Alright, let's be frank, I did it, I won't hide it from you!"

Shizuku's voice unconsciously rose: "Why?"

The sound of the tree was light and airy, as if it might dissipate into the air at any moment.

"For Konoha!"

"What?"

Zhi Shui had considered countless answers, and this was definitely not one of them.

Ichiki repeated, "For Konoha!"

"Go on!"

Take a deep breath while the water is still.

Before he arrived, he wasn't sure if it was Ichiki who did it.

Because Yishu also lost his eyes.

Hearing Yishu admit it, he actually breathed a sigh of relief.

At least, Yishu doesn't intend to hide it from me, unlike when he faced the Third Generation, where he tried to find an excuse to cover it up.

Yishu glanced at Shisui.

I was going to tease him a bit, but looking at Shisui right now... never mind!

If this continues, Shisui will be ruined.

Let's tell him some truth and help him relax.

We must follow the path of sustainable development; we cannot treat water-stopping devices as disposable items, the kind that are used and then thrown away.

That would be impolite!

Now that Shisui has been dealt a blow, it's time to show him our strength!

"I'm a genius of the Uchiha clan. I became a Jonin at just over ten years old. As for my current strength, Shisui, you know what I mean?"

"...Go on!"

"Strength brings status, and naturally, people will follow!" Ichiki smiled and said, "Therefore, I'm not without a foundation in the Uchiha clan. On the contrary, I have several Jonin under my command—six to be exact!"

"They are scattered throughout the Uchiha clan, gathering intelligence for me."

Jonin?!

Zhi Shui's hand trembled slightly.

There are nearly thirty Jonin in the Uchiha clan, and some more in secret, bringing the total to around forty.

That's more than one-tenth of the total number of Jonin in Konoha!

This is the strength of the strongest clan in Konoha.

but!

These forty Jonin included Isshu, Shisui, and even elders like Fugaku, Muneyoshi, and Setsuna!

The clan chief and elders also have their own direct descendants.

If you remove all of them, where did these six Jonin come from to become Ichiju's subordinates?

If Jonin become subordinates, what about ordinary Uchiha?

Shisui suddenly felt a chill all over his body, as if his bones were radiating cold.

She had never truly understood her younger brother.

Six Uchiha Jonin, led by Ichiki, represent a formidable force that cannot be ignored anywhere.

Unbeknownst to many, Ichiki had become the fourth force within the Uchiha clan, alongside the clan leader's faction, the doves, and the hawks.

How ridiculous! I've always thought of him as a mischievous brat!

As it turns out, they've already become a champion.

(End of this chapter)

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