Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

Chapter 266 What exactly do you want to do?

Although it only took a few hours from when the Nine-Tails revealed the details of the transaction to when the Uchiha Cloud Flow gathered the five great ninja villages and finally headed to the northern part of the Land of Iron.

But in fact, Minato originally thought that Uzumaki Sora would evacuate from that area during those few hours.

But now it seems...

Nearly 100,000 monsters with the strength of ordinary Chunin, Obito and the Edo Tensei, plus something that seems to be Black Zetsu from the intelligence reports...

These could be considered one side of the Akatsuki organization, while Uzumaki Sora, who possesses intelligence trading capabilities, would inevitably be another side.

So... just as Yun said, the Akatsuki organization isn't a monolithic entity either?

If that's the case, then who is the leader of the Akatsuki organization?

"Why isn't Shikaku here?"

Yun was somewhat puzzled; there were some things he hoped to hear from Lu Jiu.

Minato's thoughts were interrupted, and he looked up to explain, "This morning, Jiraiya-sensei found a mission report, but because it was a Root organization's coded record, Shikaku and the coded team went to help decipher it."

Task report?

Yun, his expression unchanged, asked, "Is it about the information he brought back from Amegakure last time? The mission involving Root and Hanzo?"

Minato nodded: "As a training ground for the Anbu, it actually became an independent organization of Danzo under the indulgence of the Third Hokage... the Third Hokage. Its internal secrecy and obedience even surpassed those of the Anbu."

"In this way, they can carry out secret missions internally, and even the Hokage might not know about them. Moreover, Danzo... is someone who competed with the Third Hokage for the position."

Yun pondered for a moment and asked, "Although that person named Nagato possessed the Rinnegan of the Sage of Six Paths, he completed his revenge after killing Hanzo of the Salamander."

"Now that both Hanzo the Salamander and Root have been wiped out, could there still be valuable intelligence hidden within them?"

Minato rubbed his temples in exasperation: "I thought so too, but Jiraiya always believed there was more important information involved. Having experienced two Shinobi World Wars, perhaps he trusted his intuition more..."

Yun nodded.

Jiraiya's intuition was not unfounded. Of the Six Paths of Pain, only the Deva Path did not appear that time; the other five were actually ninjas he had met once before.

This might stem from Nagato's perverse sense of humor.

But at this moment, it became Jiraiya's sixth sense.

He couldn't recall the person he'd only met once, but a sense of familiarity kept him searching.

Although I already knew that the matter of Amegakure couldn't be kept secret for long, it was still good to postpone it.

At this moment, the morning light swept across the window of the Hokage Building, while the moon on the other side was already barely visible.

The final boss is trapped inside, along with the spirit of Hagoromo Otsutsuki, who observes everything in this world.

Yun always believed that simply granting power in the form of a soul would be enough to make Naruto reach the Six Paths level and allow Sasuke to awaken the Rinnegan with six tomoe...

In the original text of the story, the old man said he had lost his power. Did he really lose his power?

But will the true peace he envisions be accepted by this old codger?

In addition...

There is also one in Mount Myōboku. During the time of the Sage of Six Paths, Gamamaru was able to lift a giant rock using the power of nature.

As the original inhabitants of this world, and the ones who drive the entire world's history, they cannot be underestimated.

At this moment, Minato sighed and said, "Itachi disobeyed orders and acted without authorization this time. Do you have any good suggestions, Cloud?"

The sound of the water gate pulled Yun back to reality.

Yun thought for a moment and replied, "Captain Fugaku had a significant influence on him. Only by understanding love and then losing it can one awaken the Sharingan."

"Having already awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, Itachi understands love better than anyone else. But this kind of love can also become distorted. However, he still has his mother, Sasuke, and Kokoro as his bonds, so there's no need to worry."

Minato nodded: "But that's precisely why it's necessary to give him an outlet for his frustrations."

After a moment's thought, Minato said, "Then please ask Yun to tell Itachi that if he can control his emotions, he can join the next intelligence gathering on the Akatsuki."

This arrangement surprised Yun.

Throughout history, ninjas have been prevented from undertaking missions that involve their own emotions, for fear of acting on impulse.

After all, if someone is a hothead who recklessly risks their life, they will not only harm themselves but also their teammates.

"This arrangement... is not reasonable."

Minato nodded and replied, "But if we don't do it this way, Itachi won't have peace of mind. And this time he didn't pursue alone, did he?"

"Itachi's calmness and intelligence analysis make him a true ninja, and I believe he can manage his emotions. And... Sasuke's existence is his deepest bond."

"Sasuke will not die until the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan appears in him."

As soon as she finished speaking, Yun's pupils contracted slightly.

As expected of the Hokage who had already taken power, he gave himself and the Uchiha clan a high degree of recognition.

But they were also fully aware of what was happening inside the village.

Finally, Yun revealed Obito's precognitive abilities.

Minato nodded, clearly not wanting to discuss Obito further.

In fact, he was conflicted at that moment.

Guilt and determination were constantly at odds. The feeling of relief at not being able to capture Obito this time made him feel somewhat ashamed.

As a teacher, he failed to teach or protect his disciple properly. Fortunately, Kakashi, who was the only one who survived, recovered some of his strength.

This only solace might also lead to another bout of despair once Obito's true identity is revealed.

We already have too many enemies; we don't need another eye technique that can foresee the future.

……

The code class.

At this moment, more than ten people are trying to decipher the scroll in their hands, but there seems to be no effective progress.

Shikaku said, "Because the mission report was only reviewed by Danzo, only he knows what the hidden deciphered copy is."

Jiraiya nodded in agreement: "Deciphering it without any clues is indeed too difficult. As the Dark Lord of Konoha, Danzo, who controls Root, has no one who knows his translation."

As soon as he finished speaking, Shikaku, who was opposite him, hesitated for a moment before asking, "Lord Jiraiya, why are you so fixated on this information?"

"The Root was destroyed by Uzumaki Sora, and Hanzo of the Salamander in Amegakure is now aware of his death. Furthermore, the current leader of Amegakure is your disciple. With this connection, as long as we maintain good relations, there shouldn't be any problems, right?"

Jiraiya frowned and nodded, but did not answer Shikaku's question.

In fact, even he himself didn't know why he was so persistent in investigating.

Because of Yahiko's death?

Or is it because of that unease and familiar feeling?

When they met, Nagato's Rinnegan made him feel extremely uneasy.

Furthermore, there are five other pairs of Rinnegan, which should be Nagato's ability...

"Let's try again. If it doesn't work, we'll just have to put it aside for now."

Jiraiya sighed, then asked, "Aren't you going back? Uzumaki Sora completed the transaction last night; Kumo should have returned by now, right?"

Shikaku shrugged: "If the Hokage hasn't come to call me by now, then the outcome is pretty predictable. The basic objective has been achieved. As for annihilating the entire Akatsuki organization, that's wishful thinking and unnecessary..."

Is that the basic purpose?

Using his cloud-like power, he traveled back and forth between the other four major ninja villages within a few hours, demonstrating his strength and reigniting everyone's fear.

This is Konoha's fundamental purpose.

If the basic objectives have been achieved, it seems that the Five Shadows Summit will begin again.

Storm is coming...

The Fourth Shinobi World War?

At that time, Nagato, whose side will you be on?

Jiraiya looked out the window at the sunrise. If it was a fitting occasion, it might help his side, right?

……

Twelve hours later, at Konoha Hospital.

The daytime passed in a flash, and Itachi had spent the entire day guarding this place.

On the hospital bed, Kakashi, pale from depleted chakra, had just woken up when he saw Itachi's profile.

"rustle……"

As Itachi peeled the apple in his hand, he obviously sped up his pace after seeing Kakashi wake up.

He peeled an apple and handed it to Kakashi: "Eat it, Guy brought it over during the day."

Kakashi took it, looking pained, and said, "If I weren't so weak, I would have attacked as soon as I saw the kunai. You're the first person to peel an apple with a kunai."

Itachi said expressionlessly, "Yun did the same thing before, also in a hospital. I could feel his killing intent."

These words nearly made Kakashi choke on the apple in his mouth.

How could Yun, a close friend, have harbored murderous intent towards Itachi?!

Unless you're a little kid who would fight tooth and nail over a single piece of candy.

"Could you tell me the whole story of the mission?"

As Itachi's voice rang out, Kakashi's smile vanished and his expression turned serious.

He frowned slightly and said, "Only the Hokage can know the details of the mission report, and you should be well aware of that."

Itachi looked at Kakashi, and the three-scythe Mangekyou Sharingan quietly appeared in his eye sockets.

This scene made Kakashi nervous.

In his current state, he absolutely cannot withstand Itachi's genjutsu.

"Gulp."

Swallowing hard, Kakashi chuckled awkwardly, "Um... you're not thinking of killing me, are you?"

Itachi shook his head slightly: "You've come back from unconsciousness, and you haven't yet submitted your report to the Hokage. Besides, it's not an Anbu mission, so I can be more lenient on secrecy."

After a moment's thought, Itachi continued, "We both lost our fathers when we were very young, and you became an orphan. I think you can understand how I feel."

After he finished speaking, the ward fell silent for a moment.

After a long while, Kakashi finally sighed.

"In fact, we didn't get the information you need during this mission."

"That guy with the vortex mask, and the resurrected First Hokage and Third Raikage, I heard from the clouds that it should be the forbidden technique of Konoha, Impure World Reincarnation."

"I collaborated with the Tsuchikage of Iwagakure to seal two of the reanimated beings using the space-time eye technique of this eye. And the other guy wearing the vortex mask was actually able to fight Kumo to a standstill."

"The Tsuchikage always thought it was Kumo playing around, but in the end, based on the information Kumo obtained, it seems that the other party has a new ability."

Kakashi sighed, then looked at Itachi and asked, "Can the Mangekyou Sharingan still have new abilities? I've had it for so many years, and I haven't discovered any other eye techniques."

Kakashi scratched his head and said, "Or maybe it's his other eye. After all, that vortex mask only shows one eye, and the other is hidden under the mask."

Itachi did not answer his question, and the three-scythe kaleidoscope in his eye sockets condensed slightly.

Is it really possible to fight against the clouds?

As a friend, he knew all too well just how terrifying the power of the clouds could be.

Both of them share the same ability, Amaterasu. Every time they use it, they experience splitting headaches, bleeding from the corners of their eyes, and decreased vision.

And when the clouds were used, the Amaterasu Fire spread out without any pressure.

Even with the complete Susanoo, Obito Uchiha was still able to escape...

Itachi clenched his fists.

Even if I had arrived in time, there might have been no way to stop the other person.

The eternal Mangekyou Sharingan.

It seems this is the only way...

"squeak……"

The seat was pushed open, and Itachi stood up, ready to leave.

Kakashi paused for a moment, then asked, "You're not planning to investigate alone, are you? Leaving the village without a mission will make you a rogue ninja."

Itachi shook his head: "Since you're alright, I'll head back now. The doctor said you need to rest, so I don't think you should do any exercise right now."

As soon as he finished speaking, Itachi pushed open the door and left.

Kakashi, who was lying behind him, glanced at the half-eaten apple in his hand and his eye twitched.

Is he here to see himself?

This is clearly a threat to make me reveal the details of the mission; it's outrageous.

After thinking for a moment, Kakashi looked out at the moonlight.

I've already slept all day, and I can't fall asleep anytime soon.

Thinking of this, Kakashi reached down to his butt, but he froze the next second.

The newly published "Intimate Paradise" is... it's gone!

Then think back to what Itachi just said that seemed so strange...

asshole!!!

Kakashi struggled to get up, but his weakened body clearly wouldn't allow him to do so.

Kakashi collapsed onto the bed again, looking utterly dejected, his lifeless eyes now devoid of any sparkle.

Spiritual nourishment... just like that, it's gone!

……

Uchiha clan.

As the clan leader, Uchiha Shisui looked at the moon not far away.

Since assuming the position of clan leader, he has stopped going on missions except for the war with Kumogakure.

However, as one of Konoha's top combatants, he also knew a lot of information, and Minato did not avoid him.

At this moment, Shisui's eyes were like a kaleidoscope. One eye was somewhat dim, while the other was relatively normal.

Has the buffering ended?

But with such vision, if it were used again, that eye would be completely blinded.

Do you want to use it again?

If not...

Yun... what exactly do you want to do?

……

(Resuming daily updates of 4,000 words, sometimes 5,000. Sorry everyone, I've been incredibly busy these past few days, and it's been so noisy at night that I haven't been able to type.)

(End of this chapter)