Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

Chapter 210 Black Zetsu's Spying (22)

In Konoha, in the Forest of Death.

On a giant tree, a figure completely black slowly emerged from the trunk.

Black Zetsu's gaze fell upon the three figures resting in the distance, and a glimpse of white gradually appeared on his dark lips.

If Uchiha Izumi becomes a Chunin after this Chunin Exam, then leading a team to complete a mission on her own will become inevitable.

As a result, Uchiha Kumo, who had always been by his side, could no longer serve as the Jonin leader of Team 10.

In their current state, it's clearly impossible to make Uchiha Yun understand the darkness of this world.

People like Madara Uchiha, who lost his brother and clan, Obito who lost Rin, and Nagato after Yahiko was killed, only after losing love do the Uchiha become filled with disappointment in this world.

Only after utter despair can the inscription on the stone tablet at the foot of Nanga Shrine become the only hope.

Under the Infinite Tsukuyomi, there is no war, no hatred, and everyone can have their wishes fulfilled, whether it is becoming Hokage or being recognized by everyone.

That will be the time for Mom to return!

Uchiha Kumo? Uzumaki Sora?

They're all just clowns jumping around!

With a mother's strength, everyone is vulnerable...

The grinning Black Zetsu slowly disappeared.

……

Two days later, on the final day of the second Chunin Exams.

Using Byakugan and Rimaru's investigative abilities, the three members of Class 10 finally found the ten Earth Scrolls that were not allowed to be destroyed.

Apart from the opponent's two remaining teams, it seems that Konoha's other two teams have already been eliminated.

Tokuma sighed, "The pass rate for this second exam is the lowest in recent years. Including us, there are only nine of us."

Izumi nodded slightly: "It seems that the Iwagakure's leader has another team. There must be a worthy opponent among these six people."

Hua said, "According to past practice, the third assessment will be an individual battle. However, with only nine people remaining, there's no need for an elimination round."

As they spoke, the three looked towards the tower not far away, which was the location for passing the test.

The three exchanged a glance, then cautiously continued forward in their original formation.

After half an hour, with no changes, Class 10 submitted their scroll at the tower and passed the second test.

Quan looked at Yun beside him and asked, "Brother, have the other two teams passed?"

Yun shook her head slightly: "Not yet, but judging from the time, it should arrive soon."

As soon as the words were spoken, the two teams from Iwagakure and Kirigakure finally appeared below the tower.

Inuzuka Hana frowned slightly and said, "Having already handed over the Heaven and Earth Scroll... can we still attack them?"

Huang Tu shook his head slightly: "According to the Chunin Exams rules, those of you who have already passed the second round of the test are no longer allowed to participate."

At this moment, the Iwagakure squad and the Kirigakure squad arrived at the same time and handed over the Heaven and Earth Scroll.

Chito glanced at Tokuma and smiled: "Even though we've already passed the expected test, we still haven't let our guard down. You're very lucky."

After a moment's thought, Tokuma asked, "Is it the distance?"

Muya from Kirigakure nodded, then revealed his jagged teeth: "We've hidden the Earth Scroll deep within the rocks, and masked it with a different scent to protect the Inuzuka clan's sense of smell. In this situation, you'll need your Byakugan to find the Earth Scroll."

"With excessive exertion, distance becomes a weakness. Our two teams have been resting here for two days. Saying you're lucky isn't an insult."

Zhi Tu sighed: "Although it wasn't our intention, the fact that twenty-one squads have united to deal with you is enough for you to be proud of."

Tokuma nodded and looked at the two of them: "It seems that you two are recognized as the strongest in the twenty-one squads?"

Wuye and Zhitu exchanged a smile but did not answer the question.

At that moment, Izumi, standing behind Tokuma, asked, "Is the reason Konoha's team is being targeted... because of me?"

Upon hearing this, Huang Tu and the others who were proctoring the exam couldn't help but feel a chill.

Qing glanced at Wuye, signaling his genin to keep quiet.

However... this kind of suggestion had no effect on them, who were only thirteen or fourteen years old.

Arrogance is an essential trait for geniuses.

Chito glanced up at Uchiha Yun and then replied, "In fact, I don't think you have the same talent as your brother. After all, I heard you're twins, yet the difference between you is so great."

These words made Quan pause for a moment, then he pouted and replied, "If you can't speak properly, then speak less, or you'll be begging for your dad... sister!" in the third exam!

Chito shrugged and didn't say anything more. Muya grinned, his sharp serrations crisscrossing: "I'm really looking forward to fighting you. After all, it would be quite an achievement to defeat Konoha Ghost's sister."

Quan frowned: "Your teeth make me want to smash them all!"

"Bang bang".

Yun tapped her fingers lightly on the table, and everyone looked over immediately.

The arguing genin stopped arguing at that moment. In this world where strength reigns supreme, power equals authority.

"After the second assessment, you will have a month to rest."

Yun smiled and said, "In other words, you will have a month to analyze and decipher the information you obtained about your opponents from the second assessment. If you can't figure it out, you can ask your team leader."

"Arguing at this point is pointless for you. After all, victory isn't decided by words. If you want to win, if you want the village's approval, then work hard!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Yun looked at the leaders of each village and indicated that the last two teams had been led away.

At this point, only the people of Konoha remained on the tower.

Yun looked at Quan and asked, "How come you're just like Little Nine-Tailed Fox? You can remember things you just say, and you're only a teenager, yet you want to be someone's father."

Quan blushed instantly and murmured, "It just slipped out. But brother, do you have any information about those two guys?"

Yun shook her head and smiled, "Others have gathered intelligence on you at the cost of sacrificing nineteen teams. Under such circumstances, there will naturally be targeted special training."

"As for why you failed to obtain information on those two teams, there's nothing I can do about it. Sometimes, a close contest is more interesting, isn't it?"

Tokuma sighed and analyzed, "That Iwagakure ninja, Jito, was able to use Earth Release ninjutsu to collapse the cave. Such ninjutsu must be quite difficult."

Inuzuka Hana nodded and said, "Another one from Kirigakure, with serrated teeth like that of ordinary people. Perhaps he has a special ability."

Quan, standing to the side, glared at Yun, pouted, and said, "Since we don't know anything about the other side, we can only prepare based on elemental weaknesses. Lightning beats Earth, and Earth beats Water."

As he spoke, Izumi glanced at Tokuma and Hana, then sighed.

Sometimes a teammate's special abilities are indeed useful, but the variety they offer can be a headache.

Fortunately, lightning also has a certain restraining effect on water attributes, which is some consolation.

"Slap slap."

Yun clapped her hands lightly and said with a smile, "No matter what, you still have a month. In that case, to celebrate passing the second test, I can treat you to barbecue!"

This news cheered the three of them up, and Yun then led them away from the Death Forest.

The report on the second assessment was naturally delivered by someone else.

……

Meanwhile, in the Hokage Building's office.

When the second assessment ended, representatives from the five great ninja villages returned to the site once again.

Minato glanced at the report that had just arrived in his hand, smiled, and said, "It seems the genin from each village are cooperating quite well. In that case, we probably have enough information about those three disciples from Kumo by now, right?"

Onoki, standing to the side, replied in a deep voice, "This is the only way we can do it. Uchiha Izumi's Sharingan has already reached the level of three tomoe. Just this bloodline limit alone is enough to make her a special Jonin."

"In that case, if the others don't unite, they will only be defeated one by one. I'm sure the Hokage understands that."

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present felt a slight tension in their hearts.

This clearly indicates that the discussion is not about the Chunin Exams, but rather the current attitudes of the various villages.

If we don't unite, we will be defeated one by one!

This idea wasn't just Onoki's.

Minato chuckled as he looked at the four representatives before him: "This approach is not wrong in fact, and only in this way can we provide information for the third exam for Zhitu and Wuye."

Onoki stared directly at Minato and asked in a deep voice, "Hokage... is that really what you think?"

Before Minato could speak, Rasa spoke up from the other side: "The Sunagakure teams are all among the seven teams that were eliminated in the first round. A few of the genin are still young, but they're all unwilling to submit to anyone."

"hehe!"

Onoki chuckled lightly, "It seems that Uzumaki Sora's assessment of Lord Kazekage was entirely correct!"

Luo Sha glanced back indifferently and said nothing more.

At this moment, Mei Terumi and Darui frowned slightly.

The alliance of the four great ninja villages is not the same as the alliance of those genin; there are too many concerns and the issues involved are far too significant.

Just like the Kazekage, even now, besides Kumogakure, he is the one who most wants Konoha to decline.

However, due to the disparity in strength, they had no choice but to sever ties at this time, and they also couldn't afford to offend Iwagakure.

The conference hall fell silent for a moment.

After a long pause, Minato finally managed to ease the tension, saying, "Whether or not to unite depends on each party's own will. The purpose of uniting for the Chunin Exams is not only to showcase national strength, but also to bring peace."

"Everyone, the Third Shinobi World War is not long past. Konoha hopes that peace can continue, and I believe that you all feel the same way."

As soon as he finished speaking, Onoki frowned slightly.

Is it peaceful?

If Konoha didn't have Uchiha Kumo at this moment, then the issue of peace could be discussed.

Since the end of the Warring States period, the five great nations have maintained a balance of power, ensuring peace throughout the ninja world. However, this balance has now been broken, and as long as Uchiha Kumo exists, Konoha will remain peaceful.

When Uchiha Kumo is no longer around, or when he and Uzumaki Sora are both severely injured, Konoha will inevitably face an attack from two or more sides.

"His Majesty the Hokage's wishes seem to align with those of the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju. Iwagakure also hopes that peace can continue, but the Uchiha are not the Senju."

Onoki chuckled and stood up. "The second exam is over. I'm really looking forward to the third. Will those kids be able to defeat Konoha with their combined strength?"

After speaking, Onoki bowed slightly and left.

Afterwards, the representatives from each village bowed and left.

This scene caused Shikaku, standing behind Minato, to frown deeply.

Even the Fourth Kazekage, who had just tried to distance himself from the situation, was the third to leave.

"Lord Hokage, it seems that the four great ninja villages have become one entity."

Minato nodded and replied, "The Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, is just trying to play both sides. The distance is too close; he fears the power of the clouds, but he also fears the alliance on the other side."

Shikaku said, "Unstable factors will inevitably be eliminated within the alliance, but it seems they haven't reached that point yet."

Minato chuckled lightly: "As long as the power of the Clouds still belongs to Konoha, all problems are no problem. They won't make a move, nor dare they."

As he spoke, Minato glanced at the Chunin Exams report, frowned, and sighed: "The first exam eliminated so many Konoha genin, and out of the twenty-four teams in the second exam, Konoha only managed to eliminate three."

Shikaku replied, "Actually, this was to be expected. The new generation of various clans are basically concentrated in Naruto's class. In the Kumo class, he and Itachi graduated early and became Jonin. The only ones left to watch are the three from Team 10."

After closing the report, Minato shook his head helplessly and then asked, "Have you found any records regarding the reincarnation of Naruto and Sasuke's chakra?"

Shikaku replied, "Not yet. Beings like Indra and Ashura are related to the Sage of Six Paths. But the Sage of Six Paths has become a myth, and there are very few written records about him."

Minato nodded: "Let's continue gathering information. The new generation represents the future of Konoha, and in any case, they both need to be closely monitored."

"By the way, what about Yun and the three kids in Class 10? This report was also delivered by the Anbu after the second exam."

Shikaku smiled helplessly and replied, "To celebrate passing the second exam, Yun took them out for barbecue. This is the message brought back by the Anbu."

With a wry smile, Minato stood up and looked out the window at the dimly lit Konoha Village.

It's just nightfall, and the bustling commercial street is enviable.

"Shikaku."

"Lord Hokage."

"What do you think about me stepping down as Hokage right now?"

???

Shikaku was stunned.

After a moment, Minato shook his head slightly: "It's not the right time yet, we need to wait and see. It's just that the thought of Yun being able to eat barbecue while I have so much to do makes me feel resentful..."

After uttering a couple of complaints, Minato sat down again and began the next part of his work.

This situation also relieved Lu Jiu.

Two updates for today have been posted, and two more will follow after midnight tonight.

Happy birthday to me, my thirtieth birthday!

(End of this chapter)