Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

After the ninja academy underwent reforms, the number of people becoming ninjas each year decreased.

The ninja world needs powerful ninjas, but at the same time, it doesn't need too many ordinary Chunin and Genin.

Therefore, the Chunin Exams, which were originally held every six months, were changed to once a year a few years ago. They may be postponed further, depending on the number of ninjas.

The peaceful time passed quickly, and the three new genin teams soon experienced half a year of growth.

Meanwhile, the other four major ninja villages also understood that this generation of Konoha genin was different from others, and they had been looking forward to this for a long time.

After Kaguya Otsutsuki's information was revealed, the leaders of the five great ninja villages knew that whether it was the Uchiha, Senju, or Uzumaki, all humans in the ninja world who could refine chakra were descendants of the Ninja Cult.

Among the best, some are even direct descendants of Hagoromo Otsutsuki, the Sage of Six Paths.

The theory of bloodline has been brought up again and again because the two strongest people in the ninja world are one whose bloodline was obtained through a transaction, and the other whose bloodline has been directly reverted to its ancestral form.

Therefore, when the four major ninja villages first received information that Uchiha Yu's talent was mediocre, they were all somewhat surprised.

In addition, neither the Fifth Hokage's son nor Sasuke Uchiha's daughter had shown any extraordinary talent before this.

Compared to the older generation of Class 7, they can only be described as having mediocre talent.

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The Land of Lightning, Hidden Cloud Village, Cloud Lightning Gorge.

"teacher."

What was Konoha's reaction?

Omoi lowered his head and replied, "In the past six months, Konoha seems unconcerned about what's being discussed outside. But equally, no one dares to explicitly demand that Konoha hand over the Longevity Technology."

Upon hearing this, Killer Bee sighed.

"Konoha is too strong. As long as that person is around, no one will dare to bare their teeth at Konoha. The temptation of immortality is something only the living can dream of..."

Killer Bee paused here, then continued, "Also, spread the news that Konoha possesses the ability to revive the dead. And that woman Obito Uchiha was close to, the originally deceased Rin Nohara—subtly direct the suspicions towards her..."

After speaking, Omoi hesitated for a moment and said, "Even so, as long as that person exists, no one dares to force Konoha to hand over anything."

Killer Bee suddenly turned around and looked at Omoi.

In an instant, pitch-black chakra, almost tangible, spread through the air.

After a long while, just as Omoi gritted his teeth and endured the pressure from within, it suddenly dissipated.

"He is not invincible. Neither Uchiha Kumo nor Uzumaki Sora, who chose Konoha and rejected Kumogakure, were truly invincible."

Killer Bee spoke with increasing composure: "The difference in their levels of existence put him on a pedestal, even allowing Obito Uchiha to relentlessly harvest these people from the very beginning. He didn't care, because at this point, he believed victory was already assured."

"But all of this is based on the premise that he will not fail. If he is defeated or killed, everything will fall apart."

Omoi's forehead was covered in fine sweat.

Can such beings also fail and die?

How is that possible?

Throughout the entire ninja world, even the guy who possessed the power to resurrect the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha using the Impure World Reincarnation technique was still swiftly defeated and sealed away.

Now, more than a decade later, who in the ninja world is stronger than him?

"Omoi..."

"teacher."

"You are a ninja from Kumogakure. Your parents were able to return to the village alive only because the Third Raikage covered their retreat. If it weren't for the Fifth Raikage, Kumogakure would have been destroyed."

Killer Bee looked at Omoi as he spoke: "For over a decade, this false peace built on slaughter has suffocated you. But I have never forgotten, never forgotten my brother's death, nor the Fifth Raikage's death..."

After a long while, Omoi left.

Yunlei Gorge has returned to tranquility.

But Killer Bee looked into the depths of the clouds: "Now that you're here, come out."

As soon as he finished speaking, a man with a cold expression and tiny marks around his eyes and under his lips stepped out.

"You should know very well who gave you hope for revenge. If you want to replace Konoha, you can only rely on me, not your laughable chakra cannon."

"An attack that pulls the target into another dimension is laughable against the power of the Otsutsuki. So... you need to watch your attitude."

Kirabi stood up and looked at Jigen.

"To prove to me that you possess the power to replace Uchiha Kumo and Uzumaki Sora, you revealed your secret to me."

"So, as a member of the Otsutsuki clan, your ultimate goal must not be to rule this world, but to absorb its resources through the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Isn't that right...?"

"In this way, we are merely using each other before we become adversaries. I want revenge, you want to recover and take another step forward, and the obstacle for both of us is Uchiha Kumo."

After the words were spoken, the two looked at each other for a moment, and neither of them said a word.

Just as Killer Bee understood Jigen's plans, Jigen, as the leader of Kara, also understood Killer Bee's schemes.

He killed Uchiha Kumo to avenge the Fourth Raikage, killed Uchiha Obito to avenge the Fifth Raikage, and destroyed Konoha, taking over from Kumogakure.

One key figure in this is Sora Uzumaki, who has been living a secluded life in Amegakure.

It was because of this guy's existence that he had the prerequisite to utilize the Shell organization.

After the destruction of Konoha, the enemy of Kumogakure became the Otsutsuki clan, who sought to absorb the world's sustenance from the Divine Tree.

Naturally, the one from Amegakure would then be on the same side as him. It's not impossible to find a way to get that one to choose Kumogakure as the righteous side.

After a long while, Cixian turned around and prepared to leave.

"They discovered this place themselves, and from now on, they could arrive on this planet at any time."

"The shielding device Amado gave you needs to be kept on from today onwards. Otherwise, don't blame me for not warning you; when they find you, I won't show up."

"Just like you said, our relationship was only one of mutual exploitation in the early stages. When the final moment comes, our positions will be different."

As soon as he finished speaking, Cixian disappeared into the thick fog.

Kirabi also looked up at the sky.

People in heaven...

After thousands of years, those immortal beings finally discovered this planet.

This is an enemy that even Kaguya Otsutsuki, the mother of the Sage of Six Paths, feared. So, Uchiha Yun, are you capable of fighting against such an enemy?

The best outcome would be mutual destruction, just like the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha many years ago, returning to the Pure Land together.

Only in this way will the opportunity for Hidden Clouds arrive.

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In Konoha, representatives from the five great ninja villages and all the genin participating in the exams had arrived.

Thanks to the existence of trams, the time and comfort levels are completely different from what they were a decade or so ago.

Shikamaru was in charge of the Chunin Exams, and he was also responsible for coordinating the food, clothing, accommodation, and transportation for the guests from the other four major ninja villages.

Furthermore, he needs to plan the core of the first and second exams.

Unlike the graduation exam at the Ninja Academy, where the memorization and application of basic knowledge have already been screened, the Chunin Exams naturally test one's willpower.

The unwavering will to become a ninja...

Soon after the first and second rounds of exams, a large portion of the people from the other four major ninja villages were eliminated.

In the conference room of the Hokage Building, Naruto looked around at the three Kage and Mabui, the acting head of the Cloud Village.

"It seems you've maintained the same number of ninjas over the past few years. But then, has Konoha's unified budget been implemented?"

implement?

As Naruto finished speaking, the four people each displayed a different expression.

The word "execute" is now used here to clearly indicate its purpose.

Gaara leaned back in his chair: "The Land of Wind still faces the danger of desertification, but the budget is my personal expenditure, so it won't affect the overall situation."

Naruto was taken aback by these words: "Your family isn't still involved in gold mining, are you? If you're really having trouble, I can offer some support."

The Land of Wind has always been the one Naruto trusts the most, after all, besides his friendship with Gaara, another reason is that Gaara doesn't have much ambition.

The dark childhood of the Jinchūriki led him to despair, but after his recovery, whether the village could be at peace and whether they could live a happy and healthy life depended on his will.

The Sixth Mizukage, Chojuro, looked at Naruto: "After the Blood Mist Village, some descendants of the martial arts faction still remain in the village. Bringing them here is also a form of education."

Kurotsuchi glanced at Mizuki and smiled disdainfully.

"How many days have you been thinking about this excuse?"

Chojuro was taken aback; his personality was actually not suited to becoming a Kage.

However, Mei Terumi also believes that such a personality can reassure Konoha, and that they should just follow the general direction. There is no need to let someone too smart sit in the position of the Sixth Mizukage.

Kurotsuchi then looked at Naruto: "I don't like lying. The main reason for arranging so many people is to see how much of that person's power his descendants have inherited."

"No, there's also your son, Hokage, and Sasuke Uchiha's daughter. I heard they inherited Team 7's number, but I wonder if they can live up to the honor this team once held."

"Iwagakure is willing to follow in Konoha's footsteps, but Konoha's future security depends on the next generation. That's why I sent these kids here—either to be discouraged or to build their confidence!"

Naruto was somewhat exasperated by the long passage.

Based on past intelligence gathered by the Anbu regarding Iwagakure, the Fourth Tsuchikage was not speaking carelessly.

So... in the end, only Kumogakure remains.

"Bang bang bang".

Naruto, who was about to speak, was stopped by the knocking on the door.

The guards outside couldn't possibly be unaware that the five great ninja villages were holding a meeting about the Chunin Exams, but the fact that they were still allowed in indicates the seriousness of the matter.

"Come in."

A masked ANBU member knelt down on one knee and handed over a scroll: "Lord Yun instructed me to deliver this to the Hokage as soon as possible."

Naruto took the scroll, opened it, and saw only one sentence on it: "The celestial beings have arrived."

In an instant, everyone present felt the Hokage's tension. The burst of chakra at that moment almost made them think that he was about to attack them.

"Smack."

The scroll was put away, and Naruto stood up with a serious expression. "Let's end today's meeting here. The third exam will be held as soon as possible or postponed. Everyone, I have other matters to attend to as soon as possible."

After saying that, Naruto left the meeting room without looking back.

After pushing open the door, I went straight to the office.

"Have Uncle Shikaku and Shikamaru come here. Also, inform Sasuke to suspend the mission and return to the village."

"Have the Anbu arrange for them to leave the Hokage Building, activate the shielding and sensing barrier, and check for all unrecorded chakra."

"Notify the Second Research Department to have Katasuke Tono be aware that a certain range of chakra cannons may be needed at any time."

……

Naruto carried out a series of orders in an orderly manner, demonstrating his significant growth over the past decade. Apart from still being somewhat emotional, he was now able to handle all unexpected situations.

Soon, Shikaku, who had already harvested a batch of chives, was brought back, and Shikamaru, who had mediated the third round of the Chunin Exams, also returned.

Even Sasuke, who was away on a mission outside the village, used the spatial portal to run back at this moment.

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Hokage Building, Office.

Seeing that everyone had arrived, Naruto sighed and then took out the scroll and handed it to Shikaku.

"Those guys we suspected before are coming."

For a moment, even Shikamaru and Sasuke, who hadn't even seen the scroll yet, were stunned, and then became extremely solemn.

Otsutsuki, celestial beings...

Regardless of the name, they represent enemies who have surpassed the limits of ninjas, and they even share the same origin as Kaguya Otsutsuki, the progenitor of chakra.

"Did Brother Yun provide this intelligence?"

Sasuke nodded and said, "That's right. If it weren't for Brother Yun giving it to you, you wouldn't be so nervous."

Naruto was taken aback by what he was told: "Am I nervous? Why am I nervous? We've discussed this before, and the best plan is to take advantage of the fact that our generation is still around and resolve the Otsutsuki situation."

"call……"

Shikaku let out a sigh and said with a wry smile, "There's no need to deceive ourselves. This intelligence is bound to make everyone nervous. But what I want to know is, how long will it take for them to arrive? And will Yun make a move?"

"Furthermore... now that Yun has obtained this information, did Uzumaki Sora in Amegakure foresee the future arrival of the enemy? What kind of plans does Amegakure have?"

Shikamaru followed up his father's words, saying, "Also... are there any of the most powerful members of the Otsutsuki clan among them? This is crucial to our preparations—whether we should focus on fighting them or relocate a group of humans first."

When the two advisors raised their questions, Naruto was immediately stumped.

Sasuke seized the opportunity to mock, "You didn't forget to bring Brother Yun to the meeting, did you?"

Naruto covered his forehead: ...

"I really forgot. Over the years, Brother Yun has always been hands-off except for important issues. I've gotten used to it."

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