Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

Chapter 267 Three Months Later

Zetsu was in charge of the Akatsuki's intelligence network, which is why Nagato always knew that White Zetsu had many clones.

Obito's explanation to him was that it was an unexpected byproduct of obtaining Hashirama's cells during the battle at the Valley of the End.

As for now...

Given such a large number of them, all of whom possess the strength of ordinary Chunin, Uzumaki Sora's explanation makes more sense in comparison.

After returning to Amegakure from the Land of Iron, Nagato's expression was rather grim.

Uzumaki Sora chuckled and asked, "Did Obito's power exceed your expectations? To be able to fight my main body like this, although I was indeed holding back a bit, with my space-time eye technique and the Uchiha's forbidden technique Izanagi, I really couldn't have stopped him."

Nagato looked at Uzumaki Sora: "If even Uchiha Kumo can't be stopped, then it will be difficult for us to keep him alive. As for the technique to revive the dead, we have the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, the Third Raikage, and other high-level combatants."

After pondering for a moment, Nagato asked, "That technique shouldn't have restored the full power of the dead. Although I've never seen the First Hokage, who was known as the God of Shinobi, I imagine it was more than that."

Sora nodded: "You guessed right. The power that both the First Hokage and the Third Raikage displayed was quite different from when they were alive."

"After the death of the First Hokage, his younger brother, the Second Hokage Tobirama Senju, developed this technique, Impure World Reincarnation, in order to ensure that Konoha would continue to possess the power to subdue the Tailed Beasts and overwhelm the other ninja villages."

"By using the living as sacrifices and the flesh and blood of the dead as a medium, a contract is forcibly made with the spirits of the dead in the Pure Land. In this way, the power of Wood Release can be reproduced."

"Immortality and unlimited chakra, despite these advantages, are still no match for the strength of someone who was alive in the past."

After she finished speaking, Nagato fell silent.

This trip to the Land of Iron has completely shattered any remaining pride it had.

Ever since he learned that Tobi was Obito Uchiha, and not the legendary Madara Uchiha, he actually looked down on his power.

In addition, since the previous Akatsuki was killed by him, Yahiko's death can also be attributed to him.

All these factors combined led him to decide to kill Obito before the final moment arrived.

But now it seems that it is difficult to do it with my own strength, even though this body has regained its vitality.

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Three months later, Konoha.

Following the last joint Chunin Exams, representatives from the five great ninja villages have once again gathered in Konoha.

However, since Mei Terumi and Darui have already become the Mizukage and Raikage respectively, this gathering can also be called the Five Kage Summit.

"It's been three months since they arrived. These big shots are really patient."

Kakashi sighed.

Kai, standing to the side, stared wide-eyed, looking around. "Kakashi, how about a contest to see who can catch the hidden enemy first?"

Kakashi looked at Guy and said, "Do you think anyone would dare to come in this situation? The Kage Summit of the Five Great Shinobi Villages represents the most powerful force in the entire shinobi world."

Kai scratched his head: "The Akatsuki? This meeting is aimed at these enemies, isn't it?"

Kakashi frowned slightly as he watched the representatives of the four great ninja villages gradually disappear into the distance...

Just as Kai said, Uzumaki Sora, who is immortal, can be resurrected after death.

With such capabilities...

Even now, with the clouds present, the Five Kage Summit remains fearless.

Yun's power is indeed formidable, but there are instances where Xiao has managed to escape unscathed from Yun's grasp.

A mysterious figure with a swirling mask, a strange creature dressed entirely in black...

Speaking of which, the alternate dimension connected to the space-time eye technique of that vortex mask is actually the same one connected to by his own Kamui.

If it weren't for this kind of restraint, that guy's abilities would be even more unstoppable.

"Kai...a storm is coming."

Kai, who was standing to the side, was stunned for a moment, and his face darkened.

After a long pause, he looked at the bright sunshine in the sky and said in a deep voice, "Yes... a storm is coming soon."

"Kakashi, don't worry. Even if your eyes have problems, I won't cheat when we play rock-paper-scissors anymore! I guarantee it with my youth!"

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The land of the Sarutobi tribe.

Hiruzen Sarutobi in the courtyard was already dozing off, while Jiraiya opposite him poured himself a cup of tea.

"Although it took more than three months, the four great ninja villages were wary of the power of the Cloud and dared not come to Konoha easily, but now they have come to their senses."

Jiraiya looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi and smiled, "Old man, you probably didn't expect this, did you? Konoha actually became the location for the Five Kage Summit. This situation is already a sign that the four great ninja villages have bowed down..."

Slightly tipsy, Hiruzen Sarutobi opened his eyes: "We are surrounded by powerful enemies. Compared to them, Konoha is more familiar to them, so we can only hold out for a while longer."

"Using one wolf to devour another, once the Akatsuki is destroyed by the five great ninja villages, it will be inevitable that the four great ninja villages will unite against Konoha."

After expressing his concerns, Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Jiraiya and asked, "What are you doing here at a time like this? If I didn't know your personality, I would have thought you were here to spy on me."

Jiraiya waved his hand: "With Yun and the others here, there's no point in me going to watch over them. Even when Tsunade and I teamed up in the Land of Hot Springs, we were no match for that guy."

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned, but did not speak.

After a long silence, the atmosphere became somewhat quiet.

In fact, Jiraiya did come with a purpose: to visit his teacher, and he had already mentioned it to his disciple Minato.

After all, during this sensitive period, any action taken by the third generation would only cause more unnecessary trouble.

After hesitating for a long time, Hiruzen Sarutobi finally spoke up and asked, "Just say what you want to say... Minato has already proven his ability to lead the village to where it is today."

"Moreover, in such a special period, an unqualified Hokage like myself can only lead the village down the wrong path."

Jiraiya pondered for a moment, then took out a scroll and handed it over: "This is Root's report on their actions during the Third Shinobi World War. Since it was all written in coded language, I need a translation of it."

Roots...

With a slight frown, Hiruzen Sarutobi unrolled the scroll.

Danzo's death has always been a thorn in his side, after all, it was a bond established long ago...

In Danzo's mind, Sora Uzumaki, who killed Danzo, was not only an enemy of Konoha, but also his enemy.

"Are you investigating Amegakure? Is it connected to the Akatsuki?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's words startled Jiraiya.

He then asked, "Old man, are you able to understand it?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head slightly: "Even Danzo, without a translation, could only get a general idea. With more exposure, I can also get a general idea."

Upon hearing this, Jiraiya frowned.

As I had guessed, the old man had basically everything under control at the root.

Even the action reports that only Danzo could access were perfectly clear to the old man in their translations.

In this way...

Did the old man know about White Fang's death and the collaboration with Hanzo of the Salamander in Amegakure, as depicted in this scroll?

At that moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi put away his scroll, sighed, and said, "I know what you're thinking. Fortunately, I'm just a retired old man now, so there's nothing I can't say."

He then looked at Jiraiya and said, "Sakumo was a suitable leader, but he couldn't be a qualified Kage. His suicide due to immense public pressure is regrettable, but it also proves his lack of magnanimity."

"Danzo always wanted to become Hokage, and I'm aware of many of the actions Root has taken. Because we shared the same ultimate goal, and we didn't anticipate Sakumo's fierce determination..."

Jiraiya frowned and said calmly, "So... after the Third Shinobi World War, Konoha lost a powerful fighting force."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded without hesitation: "That's true, it was my mistake. Also, the Uchiha clan—the lack of trust in them—also contributed to the village's near collapse..."

Jiraiya fell silent.

If it weren't for Uchiha Kumo and Uchiha Shisui, perhaps under the pressure from Root and the old man's indifference, the Uchiha clan would have completely rebelled against Konoha.

With Uchiha Kumo present, no one in Konoha could pose a threat to him.

In this situation, Konoha will face a terrifyingly powerful enemy.

After a long while...

Hiruzen Sarutobi stood up, holding the scroll: "I'll keep this. I'll give you the translated parts in a few days. Consider it... my last contribution to the village as a failed former Kage..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Hiruzen Sarutobi turned and went into the inner room.

Jiraiya sighed and stood up, listening to the distant noise outside the courtyard. After a while, he smiled...

Minato Namikaze, the Fourth Hokage, was his own disciple. It was his disciple who led Konoha to unite the various clans and become the strongest ninja in the world.

As a teacher... I feel honored.

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The Kage of the four great ninja villages entered through the gate and proceeded all the way to the Hokage Building.

To show their respect, Konoha also organized a welcoming ceremony.

Unlike the Joint Chunin Exams, this Five Kage Summit seemed to remind the older generation of Konoha villagers of what happened back then.

At that time, Konoha was a place where no war was possible in their minds.

No one possessed the power to threaten the God of Shinobi. The First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, was the pinnacle of the entire shinobi world at that time.

Without war, peace is the most important thing to them.

"The Five Kage Summit... I never imagined I'd live to see it held in Konoha. Cough cough cough..."

Amidst the coughing, a rosy hue returned to Moonlight Gale's face, and his pride seemed to have made him feel a little better.

Asuma nodded, "Although the First Hokage could have achieved something similar, he didn't because of his personality."

Moonlight, a gust of wind, eyes gleaming.

Uchiha Un... has already reached the level of the First Hokage.

The consensus is that the next Fifth Hokage will be the next leader.

"Whoosh!"

With a soft sound, the purple-haired figure who appeared in an instant spoke: "The Kage of the four great ninja villages have entered the Hokage Building. The perimeter outside the villages is under control, and the barrier is ready to be deployed."

Moonlight Gale looked at the masked Anbu in front of him and smiled, "Although I knew no one would dare to cause trouble, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief now."

The purple-haired ANBU nodded, a beautiful smile playing on her lips beneath the mask: "Keep on guard, please."

As soon as he finished speaking, he vanished in an instant.

Asuma then looked at Hayate Gekko, a puzzled expression on his face, and asked, "That ANBU member just now... is there something going on with you guys?"

These words startled Gekko Hayate, who then waved his hands repeatedly, saying, "No...no. What are you thinking? That's just the Anbu, and we're not even sure if the other person is male or female."

Ignoring his sophistry, Asma pondered deeply.

Finally, it seemed he remembered: "Purple hair... Anbu... Uzuki Yugao?"

Moonlight Gale stood frozen in place, a sight that made Asuma laugh.

He then took a cigarette from the pack and handed it to him: "Want one?"

Jifeng's eyes twitched: "Are you trying to make me collapse right here? And... don't think I don't know about your affairs, you were secretly watching... waaaah."

Moonlight Gale, whose mouth was covered, tried to resist, but his mouth was sealed shut.

Asuma whispered in his ear, "Don't talk nonsense... I haven't done anything yet, it will embarrass others."

After saying that, Asuma thought for a moment and then realized something was wrong. He released her hand and immediately asked, "How did you find out? There was clearly no one around me at that time!"

Hayate spat twice and wiped his mouth: "As a special Jonin specializing in intelligence gathering, don't underestimate me, okay?"

As he spoke, Hayate casually said, "We recently got a new recruit here, Itachi from the Uchiha clan. After two missions, he won everyone over. That guy is terrifyingly talented."

The Uchiha clan...

Asuma paused for a moment upon hearing the name mentioned, then said, "That is one of only three Mangekyou Sharingan in the Uchiha clan. The power of that bloodline alone is enough to make people look up to them."

After he finished speaking, the two of them fell silent for a moment.

As a key figure in the village, Moonlight Gale was well aware of some of the inside story.

At the very least, the Third Hokage no longer concern himself with affairs, and this alone is enough to confirm the transfer of power in the village.

"Such a grand spectacle speaks for itself, doesn't it?"

Asuma's voice rang out, and he then lit a cigarette and took a puff.

If this makes the village stronger and better, then even the Uchiha clan is doing it for the future...

Hayate Gekko, standing to the side, nodded: "The Fifth Hokage has been basically confirmed to have the village's approval. Only by gaining everyone's approval can one become Hokage."

"It's an honor for everyone to have the Five Kage Summit held in Konoha, isn't it?"

Asuma paused for a moment: "But it will also sow the seeds of fear. After the powerful enemy is destroyed, Konoha will need to face even more serious challenges."

"However, since the Hokage dared to do this, they must have already considered the reasons behind it."

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(End of this chapter)