The Uchiha's Path to the Top, Starting from Konoha

Chapter 217 Wood Release

A huge map was unfurled before everyone's eyes, like a magnificent scroll, stretching endlessly. Every river, every mountain range, and every town was meticulously depicted.

Outside of Konoha, those in power harbored diverse thoughts, their eyes gleaming with ambition and desire. Their gazes swept across the map, as if they could already see the future glory and honor.

The powerful figures within Konoha were equally unwilling to lag behind; their hearts burned with a fierce fire, yearning to carve out their own territory in this new world.

The commanders of the three military regions—Uchiha Rai, Uchiha Naka, and Uchiha Baru—stood before the map, their eyes burning with intensity, as if they could already see the day they would conquer this land.

They have enjoyed the prestigious position of ruling a region, and now they yearn to go even further, to have their names engraved on the monument of history.

The vast new world was enough for them to unleash their ambitions and for their dreams to take root and flourish.

The Ino-Shika-Cho alliance, the Hyuga clan, and the Inuzuka Aburame clan—all these families aspire to establish themselves in the New World.

As long as there is enough fertile land and population resources, the growth and expansion of a family will be a tangible and visible thing.

"The development of the Ninja World Continent has not yet reached its bottleneck. We have also acquired half of the Ninja World Continent. Once all the other forces are eliminated, it will take at least a hundred years for the Northwest region of the continent to be fully developed."

Uchiha Muan's gaze was sharp as he looked down at the crowd below. From his superior position, he could directly grasp their superficial thoughts.

As he pondered, he thought of the Great Tomb of Nazarick and the true dragon king.

The former and the latter are essentially the same; their self-destruction methods disgusted Uchiha Takeo.

"I wonder if my current Susanoo can withstand Ainz's self-destruction with the Ainz Ooal Gown?"

The moment this thought crossed his mind, Uchiha Muan dismissed it. He had absolutely no interest in a battle that offered no benefit whatsoever and was highly likely to result in mutual destruction.

It would be more practical to think about how to make good use of the world-class item [Alluring Beauty].

Uchiha Wu'an vaguely remembered that Ainz would remove the Ainz Ball when he took a bath. Perhaps he could find an opportunity to use the "Alluring Beauty" technique to capture Ainz in one fell swoop.

Or try controlling Momonga using the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan, or even Kotoamatsukami, the technique of the Uchiha clan.

"The enemy's level 100 combat power has already been wiped out: Demiurge, Cocytus, Pandora, plus a large number of undead legions and high-level monsters."

"Unless something unexpected happens, Ainz Ooal Gown will only have two decisions: one is to hold the fortified position and stay inside the Great Tomb; the other is for the whole family to run away."

How can we allow others to snore on our own land? If we don't resolve the issues with the Great Tomb and the Dragon Emperor, the Ninja World will never rightfully become the master of the Magic Continent.

If the Great Tomb were to find other world-class items and resources, over a hundred high-level monsters would definitely not be the limit for the Great Tomb.

If the Great Tomb of Namiya were to unite with the Dragon Emperor, or even with the Otsutsuki brothers, Uchiha Takeo would be in for a major headache.

Gathering his scattered thoughts, Uchiha Takeoshi turned his gaze to Uzumaki Minako.

Remembering his plan to change the ninja world, he slowly spoke.

"Naming the territory of the Magic Continent is not something to be rushed. What I think is important now is that our Ninja World Continent is also approaching the time when the world is unified."

These words caused a stir among those present.

Especially the ninja villages outside of Konoha, their eyes widened in surprise, but after a second or two, their emotions returned to calm.

Their eyes reflected Uchiha Takeo's calm face, and they knew perfectly well that uttering any objection at this moment would be tantamount to courting death.

The best ending would be like that of the Fourth Tsuchikage, Roshi, who dug a hole and buried himself.

"It's only a matter of time."

The Fourth Mizukage thought helplessly.

Judging from Konoha's recruitment of soldiers, constant acceptance of outsiders, expansion of grassroots education, and increase in the number of officials, Master Yuan originally thought he was preparing for the development of the Magic Continent, but he didn't expect his target to be the Ninja World.

"This is also a good thing."

A large tree provides good shade; with the Dragon Emperor, an existence of extraordinary stature, on the Magic Continent, the Hidden Mist Village would be utterly powerless against him.

Previously, when Kirigakure led the army alone, Master Yuan was worried that Uchiha Muan might intentionally slow down and ignore the casualties of Kirigakure.

Now that Kirigakure has been incorporated into Konoha and become one of their own, instead of being an outsider under the control of the Military Intelligence Department, Uchiha Takeo should have made his move then.

In Yuan Shi's mind, he always suspected that the tragedy of Iwagakure was intentionally orchestrated by Uchiha Mu'an.

However, he would keep this conjecture to himself and would never tell anyone.

"To merge with Konoha? Wouldn't that mean Sunagakure would never have a Kazekage again?"

Chiyo felt empty inside; all her efforts these past few days seemed like a joke.

"Truly, he acts unilaterally and is exceptionally domineering."

The fifth generation Tsuchikage Kan felt both envy and jealousy, but also felt it was only natural.

The strong should be able to take whatever they ask for. Uchiha Wu'an was already giving them face by being willing to "discuss" with them. If he were to take advantage of this, this day next year would be his death anniversary.

The people of Konoha would be even less likely to object. If Uchiha Muan expands and strengthens the pie, they will be the only ones to benefit. Only a fool would object.

As for the clash of interests brought about by the merger of the ninja villages, none of the Konoha ninja clans were afraid.

Even those who cross the river from outside have to be mindful of the local bullies, let alone people from other villages—there isn't a single one who can be considered a "dragon crossing the river"!

"Since no one objects, let's convene the Ninja World Conference in two days to decide on the various matters related to the unification of the Ninja World."

Uchiha Takeo said with a slight smile, "I hope everyone will arrive as promised."

"As Your Majesty commands!"

After everyone answered in unison, Uchiha Muan turned around and left the palace, heading to the Konoha Academy of Sciences.

In a spacious laboratory, they saw Orochimaru and Hiruko, who already resembled future mad scientists, as well as the fanatical [Root].

"Teacher Wu'an!"

"What is the current progress of research on the Dragon Emperor's Claw?"

Smiling, Uchiha Takeo patted his two disciples on the shoulders and then looked at Root.

During the insightful explanation by [Root], Uchiha Wu'an nodded in satisfaction, and also received an unexpected surprise from Orochimaru—the Blood Seed: Wood Release!

With a surge of magical power, the [Blood Seed - Wood Release] was instantly refined. Uchiha Muan felt the growing magical power within his body and waited contentedly for the Ninja World Conference two days later.

(End of this chapter)