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

Chapter 28 Uchiha Wu'an's Sudden Realization

Uchiha clan.

After returning in a hurry, Uchiha Shifu and Uchiha Kaku received a formal invitation from the Crown Prince of the Land of Fire and an invitation to a banquet that evening. The invitation specifically mentioned Uchiha Shifu and Uchiha Muan.

"Our turning point may lie here in Daming."

The four sat in the Uchiha clan chief's house discussing matters.

Upon learning of the pessimistic opinions of Uchiha Shimo and Uchiha Kaku, Uchiha Muan did not try to be mysterious. He simply stated the information brought by Tachibana no Satoshi and some of his own plans.

It wasn't that Uchiha Muan didn't want to reveal all his thoughts, but rather that if he did, he would easily be seen as someone who was all talk and no action.

"It's really a stroke of good luck. If the young master marries the daimyo's daughter, with the daimyo's support, the other ninja clans will definitely have some reservations when electing the Third Hokage."

"Tsunade being adopted by a daimyo is merely icing on the cake for the Senju clan; it's nothing to worry about."

The daimyo's authority had been suppressed for a long time. Under the ingrained mindset of being employed during the Warring States period, even the unruly Uchiha would restrain their temper when facing a daimyo, let alone the other ninja clans that were not even qualified to be employed by a daimyo.

"Elder Huohe is right."

Uchiha Setsuna looked at Uchiha Takehiro with an apologetic gaze, "Young Master, you may have to suffer from this from now on."

"I can't really say I feel wronged."

Uchiha Takeo didn't have any grand, noble, or supreme mindset.

If Princess Kaori Minamoto were to be willful and capricious, his kaleidoscope wouldn't be just for show; it could easily subdue an ordinary woman. He humbly replied, "It's all for the sake of the family."

"Since the news of the marriage alliance hasn't spread yet, let's wait and see to avoid any unforeseen trouble."

Uchiha Yomo made a brief mention, and then made arrangements for tomorrow.

"Elder Huohe and I will go to the Hokage Building again tomorrow to tentatively ask Mito Uzumaki what forbidden techniques she wants to give us, and then we'll discuss it further."

(Still need to discuss? There have been three or four meetings in just two days!)

(Why does it seem that after returning to Konoha and becoming the young master of the Uchiha clan, holding a high position of power, he has become even more timid and hesitant?)

(Where exactly did things go wrong?)

"Clan Chief, I think we're moving a bit too slowly."

Meeting the gazes of the three, Uchiha Wu'an slowly said, "Whether or not Mito Uzumaki gives us the Flying Thunder God Technique, we cannot continue to proceed as planned. We need to give Senju Ichiro a little nip in the bud."

"Peace will survive if we seek it through struggle, but it will perish if we seek it through compromise. If the Senju of the Forest think that the Uchiha are weak and easy to bully, and that there is still room for negotiation, then the position of Hokage will definitely be out of our reach."

Uchiha Takeo said with absolute certainty.

"At present, besides actively preparing for the competition, we also need to appropriately flex our muscles."

The boy's eyes were cold and cruel. "I suggest we target the Sarutobi ninja clan directly. After all, they are contractors of the monkey clan, and they might have some way to sneak into the [Paradise] world. We can't leave any potential threats."

"At the same time, the Sarutobi ninja clan is large enough to make an example of them and cut off the wings of the Senju clan. Those ninja clans that want to cheer for the Senju should also see if they can withstand the blades of the Uchiha."

"Our security department can only deal with ordinary people..."

"Who decided that this only applies to ordinary people?"

Before Uchiha Shimo could finish speaking, Uchiha Takeo interrupted him, "Our duties were clearly defined by Senju Tobirama. Aside from the Hokage and the Anbu, we have the right to arrest anyone from Konoha!"

"As for whether it was a mistake or involved the secret service, why should we care? They've already confirmed they're the enemy, so we arrested them. Can a dead man complain or cry foul?!"

"Young Master is right!"

Uchiha Yoshikazuki's eyes lit up. "In this way, we can force the other ninja clans to give up and face the old and the young alone. Apart from Mito Uzumaki holding the fort alone, the Senju of the Forest, we are confident of victory."

"Under such overwhelming pressure, the Uchiha clan can obtain the Hokage position without bearing the stigma of civil war and rebellion, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone."

"Without experiencing the pain firsthand, those ninja clans won't learn their lesson."

"We are warlike but not bloodthirsty, and what we pursue is what the Uchiha deserve."

Uchiha Kakuzu's brows were also cold, but his eyes were also filled with worry. "The only uncertainty now is how to strike a balance, so that those ninja clans are afraid, but at the same time, they are not completely siding with the Senju of the Forest."

"If the Senju clan unites as one, then it will be the Uchiha's turn to suffer."

Looking at Uchiha Kakunoku and the other two who nodded, Uchiha Muan finally realized what was wrong—these three thought too much and did too little, having been pressured by the two Hokage, Senju Hashirama and Senju Tobirama, for too long, making them hesitant and indecisive.

As a newcomer, and considering the young master's status, and the fact that the three seniors had treated him well, he was unknowingly influenced by them!

(What were you thinking after you killed Tobirama Senju?)

(Is it about dragging things out, competing with the Senju within the rules, and honestly participating in the election?)

(Absolutely not!)

(He's wielding a sword, so that all those who dare to defy him will be silenced in the pure land of the underworld!)

(Even the Uchiha clan members are no exception!)

(These three old men are turning me into their image!)

Suddenly realizing what was happening, Uchiha Takeo felt refreshed and clear-headed. He immediately took over the conversation, saying, "Leave the matter to me. If the Senju clan can't sit still, it'll just be a big battle!"

"Weren't we prepared for a bloody battle?"

"Or are the three seniors backing down at this crucial moment? Are they scared?"

"Bullshit! You think we'd be afraid of the Thousand Hands?!"

Uchiha Setsuna immediately slammed his hand on the table and stood up, his eyes sweeping over Uchiha Yori and Uchiha Kagaku. "I agree to entrust this matter to Young Master. What are your choices?"

"agree."

Uchiha Hikaru immediately declared, looking firmly at Uchiha Takeoshi, "From this moment forward, Young Master is the Minister of the Security Department. All external affairs will be decided by Young Master's word!"

At this moment, Uchiha Setsuna hesitated for a rare moment on his usually sinister face, and asked with some uncertainty, "If a conflict really breaks out, should we teach the forbidden Sharingan techniques to all the clan members with three tomoe?"

Although Uchiha Setsuna did not specify, everyone knew what it was.

Uchiha Takeo was also aware of this.

Izanagi!

One of the ultimate eye techniques unique to the Uchiha clan, its function is very simple, brutal and practical—it nullifies death for a period of time!

The duration of a period of time depends on the power of the three-tomoe Sharingan; it can be maintained for at least one minute.

The price was the complete blindness of one of his three-tomoe Sharingan eyes. This incredibly powerful ability should have been a blessing for the Uchiha clan.

Imagine if nearly a hundred Uchiha Jonin, plus four Uchiha Muan, went to fight the enemy, trading blows for lives. What terrifying results would that have?

—The entire Hidden Leaf Village could be wiped out!

But sometimes it can be a nightmare for the Uchiha clan.

Because there's no rule specifying whose three tomoe (magic stones) are used to perform the spell.

In other words, as long as an Uchiha clansman knows Izanagi, the number of three-tomoe Sharingan he possesses determines the amount of invincibility he has!

This is also the reason why Izanagi was listed as a forbidden technique; human nature simply cannot withstand the test!

No one knows what the Uchiha with three tomoe would do in order to survive.

In the battle at the Valley of the End, if Madara Uchiha had been a little thicker-skinned and possessed several pairs of three-tomoe Sharingan, the final victor would definitely not have been Hashirama Senju.

In the end, Madara Uchiha was able to fake his death and escape thanks to the power of Izanagi.

The oppressive silence in the room was finally broken by Uchiha Yomo.

"There are still ten pairs of three-magic jade left in the clan. The three of us old guys will each take two pairs, and the rest will belong to the young lord."

"Teaching others this... we'll deal with the Sarutobi clan first."

Uchiha Setsuna did not object. "Then let's listen to the clan head. After all, learning Izanagi is just a matter of seconds for us."

After he finished speaking, Uchiha Hiko pondered for a moment and looked at Uchiha Takeo.

"Young Master, if you have nothing to do before the banquet, you can go and take a look at the family library, where the family history is recorded."

"After reading it once, Shaojun will have a deeper understanding of the family."

"There are also the family's treasured ninjutsu, taijutsu, genjutsu, and Sharingan eye techniques inside. Young Master will be able to master them quickly. In addition, the three of us also have our own trump cards. If Young Master doesn't mind, you can come and find the three of us."

Upon seeing Uchiha Fire Core reveal his true colors, Uchiha Setsuna and Uchiha Yomo instantly understood and agreed, also considering passing on some powerful techniques to the others.

(I haven't even figured things out as clearly as a teenager.)

Everything is for the sake of the clan—these eight short words made Uchiha Yomo suddenly realize that he was indeed unqualified to be the clan leader.

"There's no rush to go to the library. Elder Sha Na has already taught me a lot while we were outside, and I'm not lacking in any skills."

"Now is the perfect time, while there's still some time before the banquet, let's capture the entire Sarutobi clan!"

Uchiha Takeo felt like he was back in those happy days, and said with a smile, "I hope the banquet can still be held as scheduled. I still want to see how good-looking the Senju of the Forest is."

"Enough talk, I'm leaving now!"

(End of this chapter)