Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

Chapter 29 Itachi's Thoughts

Since Uchiha Shisui was transferred from the police force to the Fourth Hokage's direct ANBU, Danzo became even more wary of the Uchiha than before.

The reason why Shisui set up a simple barrier in the barbecue restaurant is also because Shisui and Itachi have a fundamental difference in their views on high-level politics.

Roots...

As Itachi knelt on one knee, he thought back to a short time ago, shortly after he submitted his application to graduate early... Danzo, a high-ranking official of Konoha, found him.

The conversation from that time is still vivid in my mind.

"Itachi, you are a genius among the younger generation of the Uchiha. Having just awakened your Sharingan, you shouldn't have been consumed by evil yet. So, in your eyes, is the village more important, or your clan?"

"Don't know how to answer?"

"The Sharingan of the Uchiha clan is awakened when they lose love. When the Sharingan is awakened, the evil that accompanies the loss takes over their will, causing a drastic change in their personality."

"That's why the Second Hokage arranged for the Uchiha clan's territory to be located outside the center. But now, the Uchiha's ambitions are growing. Even my teammate, Uchiha Kagami's junior, has thoughts of rebellion."

"So, what about you, Itachi?"

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"I have read your file and have always believed that you are different from other Uchiha, possessing a vision that transcends the narrow-mindedness of the clan. Itachi, I need your help, and also to help the entire Hidden Leaf Village."

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"Foolish! The Fourth Hokage is still too young. Whether it's the Third Hokage, the advisors, or my Root organization, we're all doing this for Konoha. But Itachi, you should know the voices within the Uchiha clan—they're rebelling!!"

"Shisui Uchiha's idea, and the idea of ​​the entire Uchiha clan now, is nothing more than to overthrow Konoha in order to achieve the goal of a successful Uchiha coup."

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"The Fourth Hokage was of commoner origin, and Jiraiya, one of the Legendary Sannin, was also frequently absent from the village. If their plans succeed, the Fourth Hokage alone won't be able to stop the Uchiha..."

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Itachi, kneeling on one knee, clenched his fist, recalling Yun's words from the barbecue restaurant earlier that day.

Suppress the faction within the clan that wants to rebel, and unite the faction that wants to coexist with the village. Then, stand on the Fourth Hokage's side to unify the power of the various clans in the village, and finally eliminate the rotten roots beneath the great tree of Konoha.

Who is the rotten root?

Danzo's Root, his two advisors, and... the Third Hokage!

finally?

Is this really the last time?

After clearing away the rotten roots of Konoha, will the Uchiha clan become the new source of decay?

What exactly do Zhi Shui and Yun want to do?

"Itachi?"

Danzo's question came again from the seats. Itachi closed his eyes and replied, "Uchiha Yun seems to have guessed that Lord Danzo would come to find me, so he gave me some warnings."

Danzo was taken aback. Uchiha Yun?

That genius, second only to Itachi Uchiha, cannot be called a genius if he didn't awaken the Sharingan.

But how did he know that I would come looking for Itachi?

"What kind of warning did he give you?"

Itachi replied, "Uchiha Un said that if I ever become mentally ill, he would be the first to kill me. He doesn't approve of my choice to graduate early, and because of the darkness within Root."

After a long silence, Danzo asked in a low voice, "Uchiha Yun, has he awakened the Sharingan?"

Itachi shook his head slightly: "No. Although Yun's reaction speed and strength are very strong due to his talent, he hasn't awakened his Sharingan."

For a long time, there was silence.

After a long silence, Danzo said, "Consider my words carefully. Konoha, this towering tree, has a shadow that bears the sunlight, and roots that are buried deep in the ground to absorb nutrients. All I have ever done is for Konoha!"

"Go back. You'll have a year after graduation and class assignments. Root requires you to become a Chunin."

Itachi silently got up and left, and the voice behind him sounded again: "Root has information about Uzumaki Sora."

After he finished speaking, there was a long silence before Itachi left.

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In the empty, dark space, Danzo raised his hand and looked at his arm.

Uchiha Yun?

An Uchiha who hasn't awakened the Sharingan doesn't deserve to be called a force.

As for Uchiha Itachi, hurry up and grow stronger.

With teammates as a bond, after a year, that power should be enough to be activated, right?

With the power of the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha, the Hokage position... is nothing more than a right that can be easily obtained.

Even if you unify the five great ninja villages, what does that power amount to?

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As soon as Itachi opened the door after returning home, he found that Sasuke, who was almost two years old, was still waiting for him.

"This child insists on waiting for you, otherwise she won't go to sleep," Mikoto Uchiha said, exasperated.

Itachi smiled and nodded, picking up Sasuke: "Sweetie, I'll take you to bed after I wash up, but you can't wet the bed tonight."

Little Sasuke nodded with a blank expression: "Okay..."

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As night fell, Itachi, lying in bed, was wide awake.

Uzumaki Sora, this person definitely has information about the murderer who killed my father.

But what about the roots, buried underground absorbing nutrients and never seeing sunlight?

What exactly are Zhi Shui and Yun thinking?

A coup? Or was it truly to assist the Fourth Hokage and reintegrate the Uchiha clan into Konoha?

Given Danzo's profound understanding of the Sharingan, it's likely that Yun will come into his sights starting today. But there's no way around it; the conversation within the barrier will inevitably touch upon some secrets—this is the technique Yun mentioned.

Three parts truth and seven parts falsehood.

Danzo cannot be trusted until Shisui and Kumo's true intentions are determined.

Itachi turned his head to look at the sleeping Sasuke beside him and smiled.

No matter what, your brother will never let you get hurt.

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The home of the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze.

"Teacher, will you be going out to gather more research material after you come back this time?"

Jiraiya put his hands on his hips and laughed: "Of course! Countless of my fans throughout the ninja world are eagerly awaiting my new work."

Kushina, carrying dishes out of the kitchen, curled her lip: "What book fans? They're all perverts. Minato!"

The shout startled Minato, who immediately looked over with a fawning smile.

Kushina put down the plate in her hand and took Naruto from Minato's arms: "You and Naruto must not follow Jiraiya's bad example. If Naruto can't find a wife in the future, blame Jiraiya."

Jiraiya, standing to the side, was dumbfounded: "I...I just met Naruto today..."

Kushina retorted, "That's precisely why we need to make this clear beforehand, since it's the first time you're meeting Naruto. If you dare bring those inappropriate books home... hmph!"

Seeing that the smooth, long red hair was starting to change, Minato quickly changed the subject: "Hey Kushina, what's Naruto eating today? Is it the same as what we're eating?"

"what!"

Kushina exclaimed in surprise, quickly handing Naruto to Minato before running into the kitchen: "I was still making baby food!"

"call……"

Jiraiya breathed a sigh of relief: "Kushina's still as energetic as ever? Ha... haha..."

Minato smiled apologetically: "Ever since Naruto was born, Kushina has been unusually sensitive about children. I'm sorry, teacher."

Jiraiya waved his hand dismissively: "You're a mother now, huh? That's a normal reaction. But Minato, time really flies..."

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(End of this chapter)