Shirou's clones number 30 million

"I can assure you that I will never force those who do not wish to be enemies of Konoha to carry out any missions that would make them enemies of Konoha."

Fugaku Uchiha stared blankly at him, his mind drifting into deep thought.

It seems like it really can.

Previously, the reason he hadn't considered leaving Konoha with his entire clan was because he didn't trust other ninja villages.

As an organ-type bloodline limit, the Sharingan is coveted by many. If one leaves Konoha, one must go to a major ninja village, otherwise it will be difficult to protect one's clan.

Sunagakure is too weak; the only options are Iwagakure, Kumogakure, and Kirigakure.

While Iwagakure and Kumogakure are also good, the Uchiha clan has no connection with them. If they were to make contact rashly, and the other party had malicious intentions, it would be like sending lambs to the slaughter.

The fact that the Fourth Mizukage risked his life to recruit Kirigakure is enough to prove his sincerity.

Moreover, the Fourth Mizukage has always had a good reputation in the ninja world...

"Could you please wait a moment, Lord Mizukage? Our Uchiha clan needs to hold a meeting to discuss this."

"Okay, I'll sit here and wait for your results."

Shirou sat down on the rooftop, leisurely watching the crowd below.

In fact, Shirou was 90% certain that they would agree.

In recent days, the shadow clones lurking in Konoha have been bewitching Danzo, helping him to do many things secretly against the Uchiha clan.

It can be said that the Uchiha clan has now been forced into a desperate situation where they will die if they do not betray them.

However, the vast majority of them were also clearly aware of one fact: betrayal would inevitably lead to failure.

They talk a big game, but their actions are nonexistent.

About ten minutes later, all the members of the Uchiha clan came out of the gathering place again, stood in the courtyard, and looked up at Shirou.

Uchiha Fugaku stood at the very front and said respectfully:

"Lord Mizukage, we agree to go with you. May we ask how many ninja you have brought as backup? How many people can you take with you?"

Shirou stood up and asked in a deep voice:

“I am glad you have made your decision. In that case, let’s summon all the tribesmen back to the tribe’s territory. I will take you away.”

"Where are the clansmen still living outside?" Fugaku Uchiha sighed. "Konoha is going too far. The Third Hokage has been delaying giving us an explanation. Under these circumstances, who would dare to leave the clan territory? Even the students at the Ninja Academy are staying at home and dare not go out."

"So, the Uchiha clan is all in their clan territory? Very well, then I'll make my move."

Shirou silently chanted an incantation, clasped his hands together, and the ground beneath the feet of the Uchiha clan instantly rose up.

A small floating island instantly took shape, carrying the Uchiha clan higher and higher.

"What... what is this?"

Fugaku Uchiha looked panicked, quickly realizing what had happened, and immediately gave the order:

"Go quickly and reassure the people, tell them to stay in their homes and not wander around. Zhishui, you're the fastest, you go too."

"Yes!"

Uchiha Shisui responded and vanished instantly.

I've really learned something new today. I never imagined that the Mizukage would travel all this way to recruit the Uchiha clan.

Moreover, they also took the Uchiha clan's people and land with them all at once.

Fortunately, after the Nine-Tails' attack, the Uchiha clan moved to the outskirts of the country, where they were not affected by Konoha.

Although it's a little sad, it's for the best, as all the members of the tribe can survive.

Previously, Uchiha Shisui had also considered using Kotoamatsukami to control Uchiha Fugaku and prevent the coup.

However, the situation changed too quickly. Danzo was determined to kill the Uchiha clan, and the clan was in turmoil. It was simply impossible for the clan leader to stop it alone.

"Brother Zhishui, what happened? Why did the village buildings suddenly disappear?"

"Itachi, take good care of your sister. We're heading to Kirigakure now. From now on, we'll be ninjas of Kirigakure."

"What...what exactly happened?"

"When the Uchiha clan was about to rebel, the Fourth Mizukage came personally to recruit them and used ninjutsu to lift the clan's territory into the air, taking us with him to Kirigakure."

"Are you going to live in Kirigakure?"

"This is the best outcome. I still need to inform the others, and I'll explain the details to you later."

Chapter 455 Genius Strategist

Chapter 455 The Genius Strategist (Section 456)

Although the sun had already set and the sky was dark, the entire Hidden Leaf Village was alarmed the moment the floating island took off.

"what is that?"

The Third Hokage was stunned for a while before suddenly realizing what was happening, and his expression changed drastically.

"Oh no! That's the direction where the Uchiha clan is located. Have they betrayed us?"

In just a few seconds, before he could make a decision, the floating island flew into the sky and drifted further and further away.

"Damn it! The Uchiha clan actually possesses such power—a ninjutsu of this scale..."

There are no ninjas in the entire Hidden Leaf Village who possess the ability to fly. Regardless of the Uchiha clan's plans, they can only wait for news and cannot do anything about it.

"By the way! Minato, I wonder if he left the Flying Thunder God mark in the Uchiha clan's territory."

Just as he was thinking this, he saw the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, wearing a divine robe, fall from the floating island.

"not good!"

Although it is unknown what happened, Minato appeared to have lost the ability to move and fell from the sky without any warning, so he was sure to die.

Now that things have come to this, only he himself can save him.

Without a second thought, the Third Hokage immediately shed his divine robes, leaped onto the roof, and raced towards the destination.

"Damn it! I have to catch up!"

Although Minato lacks experience and needs guidance in various aspects, his combat strength is superb. With more training, he will definitely become a qualified Hokage.

Konoha absolutely cannot lose the Fourth Hokage in this way.

After a frantic dash, the Third Hokage finally caught Minato Namikaze just before he hit the ground.

"Phew... I finally made it. Minato, what on earth happened?"

After being shaken awake, Minato Namikaze's expression changed slightly, and he let out a long sigh:

"Third Hokage, the Uchiha clan has seceded from Konoha as a whole."

"What? You couldn't stop it either?"

"I'm sorry, Third Hokage, I am no match for the Mizukage. I lost consciousness with just one blow."

"The Fourth Mizukage? What's he doing in Konoha?"

"He's here to recruit members of the Uchiha clan."

Just now, upon seeing the floating island take off, Minato Namikaze immediately activated the Flying Thunder God Seal left in the Uchiha clan's territory, instantly teleporting to the floating island.

Then, the ecstatic Uchiha clan appeared, along with the Fourth Mizukage, who seemed to be maintaining the levitation technique for the artificial island.

In just a moment, he realized that the Uchiha clan planned to leave Konoha and join Kirigakure as a whole.

As the Fourth Hokage, he naturally couldn't just stand by and watch the Uchiha clan leave.

But before he could make a move, he was verbally attacked by Fugaku Uchiha.

Konoha belongs to everyone, not just one person.

The Uchiha clan was originally members of Konoha, but someone openly kidnapped Uchiha clan members within the village and did not receive any punishment.

Even the Fourth Hokage was helpless against the murderer, and almost had the Uchiha clan charged with defamation.

If the Uchiha clan hadn't possessed some strength, they would definitely have been forced to apologize to the murderer.

This kind of village is simply a joke.

Such words made Minato Namikaze lose all desire to stop him.

At first, he genuinely believed, just as the Third Hokage had said, that it was merely a misunderstanding and a scheme by other ninja villages.

However, the results of the investigation over the past few days were truly shocking to him.

He felt great sympathy for the Uchiha clan's plight, but as a Hokage with no say in the matter, he was powerless to help.

They kept going to the Third Generation, but all they got were perfunctory answers.

They went to find Danzo, but couldn't even get into the Root base.

Being Hokage like this is utterly pathetic. Even Minato Namikaze himself began to doubt whether he was truly suited to be Hokage.

In the end, Minato Namikaze did nothing on the floating island before being sent flying by a single blow from the Mizukage, Shirou.

Of course, this is also partly due to his lack of fighting spirit.

Otherwise, if they were just trying to escape, they could at least hold out for a while.

"Why? Konoha treated the Uchiha clan well, so why did they defect as a whole?" the Third Hokage said in a low voice.

Minato Namikaze looked bewildered. Is this the quality required to be Hokage? He's blatantly lying.

"Third Hokage, based on my assessment, the Mizukage will likely lead the Uchiha clan directly to Kirigakure. What should we do next?"

"Minato, you are the Fourth Hokage, so you should handle this matter."

"Third Hokage, the Uchiha clan is one of the two great clans that founded Konoha. It's normal for them to leave now. I think... let them go."

……

Meanwhile, within the root base.

“Shinichi, the situation of the Uchiha clan is completely different from what you predicted.”

"Lord Danzo, is that important? Your goal is to become Hokage, and it would be better if the Uchiha clan were still around."

"Now that you say that, I feel relieved. So, what's the next step?"