I became Hokage in Tokyo

Chapters 348 & 349: The Curse of Heaven

"Please guide me, First Extraordinary."

Fighter jets and helicopters blockaded the airspace, eyeing the area menacingly, laying a trap. Before them stood the Uchiha Senmon, a powerful figure renowned throughout the world before his reincarnation and hailed as the strongest on Earth. They were truly at their wits' end.

Yamashita Tetsu showed no fear; on the contrary, his hands trembled slightly with excitement, and his eyes burned with fighting spirit.

Before his reincarnation, he was merely a B-rank superhuman, while the Uchiha Senmon was already the number one person below the Kage level, even stronger than the five Kage in the organization.

According to official standards, it is an S-level (near-film level) extraordinary achievement.

The Wood Release technique used by the Uchiha Senmon is also considered the strongest technique.

Reincarnated into this life, I am actually able to fight such a powerful person squarely. Just thinking about it makes my blood boil.

Since his rebirth a year ago, Yamashita Tetsu has repeatedly relied on Magnet Release to escape danger. He firmly believes that his Magnet Release is no less powerful than Wood Release!

Let's prove it with this battle!

"Magnet Release: Iron Sand Fist!"

Yamashita Che landed on the ground, clasped his hands together, and the two iron sand wings behind him collapsed into a sky full of black sand, which then began to compress at a high density above his head.

"Bili-pa-la!"

Thick bolts of blue electricity roared between the rubbing iron sand, blasting a large crater in the ground upon impact.

The iron sand, compressed and solidified over time, eventually transformed into a black iron fist the size of a truck, with lightning crackling between its segments.

Uchiha Senmon observed Yamashita Toru's Magnet Release technique with great interest, nodding in approval.

"It looks extraordinary."

"Aaaaaaah, this is my all-out effort!"

Shan Xiache's temples bulged with veins as he roared in anger.

The enormous iron fist, crackling with electricity, was propelled by his magnetic force and hurtled straight toward the Uchiha Sagemon.

Although he harbored a strong desire to compete with the Uchiha Sage, Yamashita Tetsu was well aware of the vast difference in their strength.

Only by unleashing full power in the first strike, catching the Uchiha Sage Clan off guard and bringing them into your own rhythm, can you have a slim chance of victory.

"boom!"

Iron Sand Fist, accompanied by the sound of wind and thunder, tore through the air, causing even Yuuki Mineko, who was watching from the sidelines, to change color.

"Watch out, senior!"

Uchiha Sage remained expressionless, but his hands moved in a dazzling array of afterimages as he rapidly formed hand seals.

"Wood Release: Advent of the World of Trees"

In an instant, the earth shook violently, as if some enormous creature was moving underground. Then, it really was like an earth dragon turning over, with gnarled tree roots plowing through the soil and rising up!

In the blink of an eye, a forest formed around the Uchiha Senmon.

As the iron sand fist shattered tree after tree, its force was gradually dissipated. At its limit, it could not penetrate even the thinnest silk and was directly torn to pieces by several giant trees.

"What?!"

Yamashita Toru's pupils contracted, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his face.

Iron Sand Fist was the most powerful Magnet Release technique he currently possessed, yet it was blocked so easily.

At the same time, Yamashita Tetsu suddenly felt a tremor coming from underground.

He knew something was wrong and quickly retreated. The iron sand wrapped around his body hummed as it was about to re-condense into iron wings and take flight.

A thick tree branch burst from the spot where Yamashita Che had been standing, and a giant python coiled around it, binding Yamashita Che, who was unable to dodge in time, tightly.

"Mr. Yamashita, you're really strong, but unfortunately you're still a little short."

Uchiha Senmon lowered his head, looked at the giant tree that had been broken in half by the Iron Sand Fist, and the iron sand scattered all over the ground, and gave Yamashita Tetsu a thumbs up.

"Well!"

Yamashita Toru's face turned red as he struggled desperately, but the branches only tightened around him.

Although he had mentally prepared himself for defeat, the fact that the battle was decided in a single move still left Yamashita Tetsu feeling disheartened.

"Is your statement a sign of the victor's ease and composure?"

"No, no, no, Mr. Yamashita, your strength is terrifying. You could rank among the top three in the Supernatural Police Department."

Uchiha Senmon shook his head and sighed sincerely:

"I can't believe you've only been a superhuman for a year. If we had become superhumans at the same time, I probably wouldn't be a match for you."

Upon hearing the praise from the Uchiha Sage Sect, Yamashita Tetsu's lips twitched.

Yamashita Tetsu, of course, did not take such polite words seriously.

The difference in strength between the two is obvious to all. Yamashita Tetsu has not been able to test the depth of the Uchiha Sage Sect. Even if he were given another year, he would not be able to catch up with him.

"Mr. Yamashita, with your potential and strength, I am increasingly inclined to recruit you into the police department."

Even after capturing Yamashita Tetsu, Uchiha Senmon's tone remained calm and composed.

"My previous promise still stands. Mr. Yamashita, please come with me to the police department and we can consider it at our leisure."

Knowing he was powerless to break free from the Wood Release bindings, Yamashita Tetsu stopped making futile resistance and gradually calmed down.

"Chief Uchiha, if I had met you sooner, joining the police department might have been a good choice. But I already have a place to stay; you're too late."

Although he was rejected a second time, the Uchiha Sage was not angry. On the contrary, he appreciated Yamashita Tetsu's straightforwardness and frankness even more.

"Truly commendable loyalty. I'm becoming increasingly curious about the organization Mr. Yamashita belongs to..."

Suddenly, Uchiha Senmon raised an eyebrow, first slightly startled, then revealing an expression of "finally here," as if he hadn't expected it, and turned to look in a certain direction.

A streak of azure sword light slashed through the air, severing the tree branches binding Shan Xiache.

A hundred meters away, a petite figure wearing a black hooded cloak stood holding a sword.

"Inaba, my senses were right, it really is you." Uchiha Senmon narrowed his eyes and looked over with a complicated expression.

The figure removed the hood, revealing a cool yet youthful face.

It was Tsukimi no Inaba who had disappeared for two years after the Extraordinary Battle in Sapporo.

"Tsukimisato-sama!"

After breaking free of his restraints, Yamashita Tetsu immediately condensed Iron Sand Wings. He then breathed a sigh of relief after embracing his sister and reuniting with Tsukimi Inaba.

It's good to rest in the shade under a big tree.

I am an organized person. Knowing that this is a trap, how could I recklessly rush in?

Beforehand, Yamashita Tetsu had used up the merits he had accumulated over the past year in fighting cultists to win over the Kazekage, Tsukimi Riinaba.

"Uncle Xianmen, did you spot me nearby?"

Inaba bowed to Senmon Uchiha and asked in a cool voice.

"Yes, Inaba, you are also a sensory-type transcendent. When you 'see' me, I naturally 'see' you too."

Tsukimi nods slightly and says nothing more.

"It's been two years since you stayed at my house for one night."

Uchiha Senmon's tone was full of remembrance.

"Inaba, you don't seem to have grown much taller? Have you been eating properly?"

The Uchiha Senmon, who always maintained a certain air of authority as a department head, was now nagging on and on like an elder.

"I've been searching for you for the past two years, but there's been no news. A-Ming has asked me about you several times; he's very worried about you too. Now that I see you're safe and sound, I'm relieved."

No, no, no, this is just you adding your own drama, Uncle.

If it weren't for the fact that Inaba Tsukimi has a emotionless nature, making it impossible to discern emotions from her face, it's hard to say whether the Uchiha Sage would have noticed any flaws in her demeanor.

"Uncle Xianmen, thank you for your concern."

"This is what I should do. I also received your parents' help when I was in the Fourth Investigation Division."

Uchiha Senmon said, "I also consider you my own daughter..."

"dad?"

Tsukimi Riha tilted her head, her thin lips, like cherry blossoms, parted, and murmured something.

"Um……"

Uchiha Senmon's expression was somewhat subtle, but he still smiled and admitted it:

"If you don't mind, Inaba, you can also treat me as your father."

Yamashita Toru's eyes almost popped out of their sockets.

In later years, although his organization and the Supernatural Police Department were not mortal enemies, they were on the verge of war and had several near-full-scale clashes.

I've never heard of Tsukimi-sato, one of the Five Kage, having this kind of relationship with Uchiha-go-cho.

Why did it turn into this scene that looks like a father and daughter reuniting, a happy and harmonious moment?

Furthermore, Lord Tsukimi is not known for being aloof and cold as an iceberg. Minister Uchiha only said a few polite words before taking advantage of the situation and calling him "Dad".

Am I still half asleep? Or have I been reincarnated into another timeline?

"Cough cough cough!"

Choking on his own saliva, Yamashita Toru coughed violently, instantly breaking the atmosphere.

"Inaba, let's catch up later."

For the first time, Uchiha Senmon showed displeasure towards Yamashita Tetsu. His expression turned serious, and he asked:

"Inaba, your presence here means you and Yamashita Toru are from the same organization, right?"

"Yes, Uncle Xianmen."

This time, Tsukimi maintained her original name for the Uchiha Senmon.

This made the Uchiha Sage Sect secretly relieved, yet also felt a little disappointed.

It seems that Inaba is not so easy to open her heart to him.

If possible, he would be willing to adopt Tsukimi Inaba as his daughter.

"Since Minister Uchiha and Lady Tsukimi are acquaintances, as close as family, it's not advisable to make a big fuss. For Lady Tsukimi's sake, how about we call it a day?"

Seeing the harmonious atmosphere, Yamashita Tetsu chimed in.

"Public matters are public matters, and private matters are private matters. Mr. Yamashita, I will not let you go."

Uchiha Senmon glanced at Yamashita Toru, directly interrupting his wishful thinking, and extended a hand to Tsukimi Inaba, softly saying:

"Inaba, would you like to join the police department too?"

Before Tsukimi Inaba could reply, Uchiha Senmon clenched his fist, as if trying to hold back what had already slipped through his fingers.

"Although I don't know why you went into hiding and joined that mysterious organization, it doesn't matter."

The faces of Tsukimi and her husband, who died in the line of duty in the Fourth Investigation Division, Akagi-senpai, and his wife flashed through Senmon Uchiha's mind.

Uchiha Senmon's eyes were as firm as iron, and his entire body radiated astonishing power as he said decisively:

"Whatever your difficulties or desires, you can entrust them to me. I can protect everything now!"

"Thank you very much, Uncle Xianmen."

Tsukimi Inaba's usual cool and aloof tone, like melting ice and snow, surprisingly revealed a deep sense of gratitude.

"But I cannot accept your kindness right now."

"is that so……"

Uchiha Senmon sighed and closed his eyes.

"Whether you are from Yamashita or Inaba, you have both grown into extraordinary beings that cannot be underestimated. Whether as the head of the Supernatural Police Department or as an elder, I cannot stand by and watch your talents go to waste, both for public and private reasons."

Uchiha Senmon's gaze was sharp and intense as he slowly swept over Inaba and Yamashita Tetsu, his hands clasped together in front of his chest:

"Inaba, now that you've also become a transcendent, let's see how you prove yourself!"

His hands flew, rapidly forming hand seals, before finally slamming them together. Uchiha Senmon let out a low shout:

"Wood Release: Advent of the World of Trees!"

Thicker and more numerous than before, the tree roots rose from the ground like dragons and snakes emerging from the land, reaching out towards Tsukimi Inaba and Yamashita Toru from all directions.

"Swish, swish, swish!"

Tsukimi no Inaba immediately drew her sword, unleashing countless crescent-shaped, semi-transparent slashes that tore through the sky like a sudden storm.

Like a swift wind cutting through tough grass, it cleaved and snapped up trees as thick as a person's embrace.

For a moment, the Wood Release technique of the Uchiha Sage and the Wind Release slash of Tsukimi Inaba created a stalemate.

"That's all. Inaba, you'll have to stay here too."

An unimaginable power surged forth from Uchiha Senmon's entire body, causing Yamashita Toru's skin to feel a stinging pain like needles.

Towering trees burst forth from the ground in an instant, completely altering the terrain and environment within the field of vision.

Yamashita Toru's eyes revealed a look of utter horror.

Only then did he truly realize the value of being the number one transcendent. Compared to his own battle, the strength of the Uchiha Immortal Sect was merely the tip of the iceberg.

The Uchiha Sage's first wave of Tree World descent against Lord Tsukimi was clearly just a test; now they're really going all out!

It wasn't Wood Release that was powerful, but rather the Uchiha Sage Mode.

To actually think that he could contend with such a monster was simply audacious.

Originally, Tsukimi Sato Inaba was able to rival the Uchiha Sage Sect, but as more and more tree roots closed in, she fell into a disadvantageous position and could only barely maintain her position.

Just as she was about to follow in the footsteps of Yamashita Tetsu's footsteps and fall into defeat, Tsukimi Inaba removed her hood, revealing a black three-tomoe jewel on the back of her neck that resembled someone's mark.

Heavenly Curse Seal!

The black curse mark, resembling tadpole script or flames, continued to spread and extend along the face.

"Transformation into an immortal? No, that's not right. This feeling is ambiguous!"

A storm raged within Uchiha Senmon's heart, his eyes flashing red:

"And what about the black three-tomoe mark on Inaba's neck, which looks like a Sharingan?"

(End of this chapter)