Revitalizing the Uchiha clan starts with becoming a Kage.

Obito possessed such potential, which is why Madara chose him. Of course, there was also a certain amount of coincidence and luck involved. Madara was not a god and could not possibly be perfect in every aspect. The same goes for Black Zetsu. If he were that powerful, he wouldn't have needed a full thousand years to complete the most important plan!

Ultimately, all human contests depend on both human strength and a certain degree of luck. This is an inescapable rule. It can only be said that Black Zetsu finally encountered Madara Uchiha, who had enough potential to awaken the Rinnegan, after waiting for a full thousand years. And Obito, whom Madara Uchiha chose, also possessed the corresponding talent. Everything was just right.

The minor turmoil in the Land of Grass did not cause much of a stir. Just as mentioned before, each country now has its own agenda. The previous unrest came as quickly as the current peace was restored. It seems that the people in the ninja world have completely accepted the disappearance of the Land of Grass and the Hidden Grass Village all at once.

Shoji returned to Iwagakure after five days of preparation.

On October 28th, I underwent my eye transplant surgery!

In Iwagakure, the Uchiha clan's residence, in Shoji's underground laboratory, besides Shoji, Fugaku, Chie, and Rena, the three people mentioned earlier who would participate in the surgery, were also present in this laboratory.

Rena was arguably the only one present who didn't know the inside story. Although Shoji trusted her, this kind of matter, involving the Uchiha clan's top secrets, was absolutely not something that could be told to outsiders. Even within the clan, it had to be thoroughly investigated before it could be disclosed. Currently, only Fugaku, Genran, Sogen, and Chie knew the secrets of the Eternal Eye within the Uchiha clan. If they didn't trust Shoji, Fugaku and Chie wouldn't have allowed Rena to be here.

Rena is a reasonable person, and she could roughly guess that this probably involves the secrets of the Uchiha clan. After all, if it were just a normal eye transplant surgery, there would be no need to make such a big fuss!

However, even though she guessed it, Rena would never ask aloud, treating it as just a regular eye transplant surgery.

"General, are you ready?"

Even though Fugaku felt there was a 99% chance of no problems, this involved the second pair of Mangekyou Sharingan of his Uchiha clan, and a different eye configuration from his ancestor Uchiha Madara. It was impossible for Fugaku to be completely without worry. If their clan's previous research was wrong and they really needed their brother's eyes, and if Shoji had problems during the eye transplant surgery, Fugaku, as the head of the clan, would be extremely distressed!

He wasn't just saying empty words; he genuinely believed that Shoji was the most outstanding member of their clan since their ancestor Madara Uchiha, and that he was capable of leading their clan to a bright future. Of course, he didn't want to see anything happen to Shoji.

"Yes, I'm ready, Clan Chief, Elder Chie, let's begin!"

Si Ping lay on the operating table and spoke with a calm expression.

"Okay, let's begin the surgery!"

Fugaku nodded emphatically, then looked at Elder Chie and Rena sitting to the side. The three of them were making their final preparations before the surgery.

Although it is an eye transplant surgery, no anesthesia will be used during the process. It's not that Jiang Si is trying to be brave and is worried about whether anesthesia will have any side effects, but rather that Jiang Si wants to personally experience what it feels like when the two original pupil powers merge after the eye is transplanted.

This could very well be related to whether one's eyes can evolve to the level of the Eternal Eye. Moreover, this pain is completely within the tolerable range for a ninja. Don't be fooled by the seemingly fragile appearance of a ninja's body; that's only in comparison to their high offensive capabilities. Their defenses appear weak, but their physical strength far surpasses that of ordinary people.

All the prepared surgical instruments, and most importantly, Fugaku's Mangekyou Sharingan, were neatly arranged on either side of Shoji's head.

"Surgery begins!"

A scalpel flipped up in the same way.

With Fugaku and Chie moving in unison, the sword, seemingly light yet incredibly swift, slashed horizontally towards Shoji's eyes.

For ninjas, this is not a very complicated operation. Unlike ordinary people who have to worry about many things, ninjas are physically capable of easily undergoing this type of surgery, which takes less than ten minutes.

However, it was a huge pressure for Fugaku, Chie, and Rena who were undergoing the surgery. When the transplant of both eyes was finally completed and white bandages were wrapped around Shoji's eyes, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief at almost the same time.

As the main subject of the surgery, Jiang Si remained silent throughout the entire procedure. Although the pain of having his eyes gouged out and another pair of eyes inserted was somewhat beyond Jiang Si's expectations, it was still within his tolerance range.

But at the very moment that Fugaku's eyes were transplanted into his own eye sockets, a fantastical and wonderful feeling instantly rushed into Shoji's brain. The sensation of water and water blending together, which he could truly feel, seemed to make Shoji's soul tremble.

At this moment, Jiang Si could be 100% certain that this was his Eternal Eye!

This is the eternity that belongs to him, Uchiha Shoji!

Until the surgery was completed.

Jiang Si was still lying on the operating table, savoring the feeling from just now.

"General? How is he? Huh? Has something gone wrong?"

When Fugaku saw that Shoji hadn't gotten up and wasn't moving at all, his heart sank. Elder Chie and Rena, who were sitting next to him, both showed grim expressions. Could it be that something went wrong with the surgery?

That shouldn't be the case. Everything went so smoothly. Could it really be that one in ten thousand chance?

"Oh? Sorry, clan leader, I got a little too engrossed in it. There's nothing wrong with me at all; I feel perfectly fine right now!"

Shoji was also jolted awake by Fugaku's slightly anxious words. Although his eyes were completely covered, it did not affect his movements at all. He easily rolled off the operating table. Shoji's lips curled up slightly, and he said with a very pleasant tone.

Upon hearing Shoji's words, Fugaku, Elder Chie, and Rena finally felt relieved.

"Then why were you still standing there like that? We all thought the surgery had failed!"

Elder Chie smiled gently and scolded softly, her expression kind and gentle.

"I apologize, Elder Chie. Just now, I felt a very mysterious and comfortable sensation cleansing my soul, and I was completely immersed in it for a moment!"

Jiang Si quickly explained.

"So, you succeeded!?"

Even though it was almost 100% certain, Fugaku's words at this moment still clearly carried a trace of uncertainty. The tremor in his voice revealed the anxiety and uncertainty that the Uchiha clan leader was experiencing. Elder Chie, standing beside him, also tensed up at this moment.

Although Rena didn't know what the secret was, she hoped to see Shoji achieve his goal, and at that moment she looked at Shoji with a very concerned gaze.

"Yes, it worked! I can clearly feel the difference. This feeling is wonderful like never before, a sense of fullness I've never felt before!"

Jiang Si gently stroked his eyes, a confident smile playing on his lips. He said that he could now truly be considered to have reached the peak state of Uchiha Madara during his lifetime. Although his eyes were still undergoing a slow transformation, a process that might take a day to complete, Jiang Si could already sense the power of his eyes in advance!

Especially those surging pupils.

It seems to be endless.

Unlike the Mangekyou Sharingan pupils that I could sense had a clear upper limit before, in front of these eyes, I could finally use my eye techniques without any scruples.

Susanoo, Takemikazuchi!

And then there was his second exclusive eye technique, which he had never used in front of outsiders before. That technique was a huge surprise that he had prepared in advance for Obito. The eye power consumption that he had worried about before had completely disappeared at this moment.

If you give yourself some time to adapt and grow further, you can easily defeat the Nine-Tails. That's how confident and powerful the complete Susanoo is!

Moreover, his Takemikazuchi Technique will surely become more terrifying as his eye power increases. Now, if he uses this technique again, he is confident that in addition to eliminating the Eight-Tails and Nine-Tails, the other seven tailed beasts will also suffer a severe blow!

As for the other eye technique...

'Obito Uchiha, I really can't wait to meet you! When that happens, I'll show you what true despair is!'

While it's certainly not enough to say that it can absolutely kill Obito, in terms of compatibility, as long as Obito is completely unprepared, there is a high probability that he can severely injure Obito. Thinking of the special nature of his eye technique, Shoji's smile deepened.

Meanwhile, the elders Fugaku and Chie, who were sitting to the side, naturally wouldn't understand the thoughts that were swirling in Tsukasa's mind.

But the moment he heard Shoji's affirmative answer...

The two of them also showed expressions of ecstasy.

The Eye of Eternity!

Their own ninja clan has finally produced another pair of beings with power that can be described as divine. Outsiders may not understand the difference between the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan and the ordinary Mangekyou Sharingan, but Fugaku and Elder Chie know it all too well!

The reason why Madara could treat the nine tailed beasts like toys and easily control the Nine-Tails to fight against the First Hokage was because of the terrifying ocular power brought by the Eternal Eye. Ordinary Mangekyou Sharingan might not have a problem controlling other tailed beasts.

But to completely control the Nine-Tails!

Only the Eternal Eye can do this!

387. The Road to Ambition Officially Begins

Perhaps it's too early to say these things now.

While Shoji is still some distance from reaching the peak strength level of his ancestor Madara, it's important to note that he's only two months shy of turning 18, giving him ample opportunity to challenge the heights his ancestor Madara once reached.

There is no second Hashirama Senju in the ninja world today. Fugaku and Elder Chie have every reason to believe that Shoji can lead the Uchiha clan back to its peak, and this time it will be the only peak that no one can reach!

"That's fantastic! That's fantastic!"

Fugaku and Elder Chie trembled with excitement at this moment, while Rena, sitting to the side, was genuinely overjoyed. To Rena, Shoji was her lifelong benefactor, and she was more than willing to see all of Shoji's plans unfold and be completed smoothly. To put it more bluntly, Rena was even prepared to serve as Shoji's necessary 'logistical tool' at crucial moments, and was even prepared to die for Shoji. After all, without Shoji, Rena herself would still be in that hellish environment, and might even die within the next year or two, dragging her daughter into the same terrible situation as well!

It was because of Tsukasa that they were able to pull themselves out of the abyss and live as freely and happily as human beings. Even though Rena knew very well that Iwagakure made the decision based on the overall interests of the village, the destruction of Kusagakure and the deaths of Kusagakure's high-ranking officials such as Uryu still made Rena very happy!

Because that would mean that her blood feud had been avenged. Even if she didn't take revenge herself, Rena would still be very satisfied. Therefore, in Rena's mind, Shoji was an irreplaceable existence. It can be said that Rena was just like Kimimaro, Guren, and others who were personally trained by Orochimaru and were willing to become Orochimaru's reincarnation vessel from the bottom of their hearts!

"Congratulations, Lord General!"

"Yes, thank you, Rena!"

Even though he couldn't see them, Shoji could easily pinpoint their locations and clearly 'see' the expressions on their faces. However, unlike the three's overwhelming joy, Shoji only felt excited at first before restraining himself. Fugaku and the others felt that they were invincible in the ninja world, but Shoji knew very well that the Eternal Eye was not enough to make him invincible. Not to mention that he was still quite far from being at the peak of Madara Uchiha's Eternal Eye.

Nagato's Rinnegan alone is enough to give me a run for my money!

Having the Eternal Eye alone is not enough for Shoji to act recklessly. Unless he can further master Sage Mode, then indeed, apart from Madara Uchiha's resurrection, no one in the ninja world can directly confront Shoji!

Just as terrifying Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju were in the past, so too could Shoji be at that time. It can be said that at this moment, Shoji truly had the qualifications to step into the pinnacle of the ninja world, and it was also the moment when he could truly take the second step on his path of ambition!

"Rena-kun, this surgery concerns the top secret of our Uchiha clan. Please be sure to keep it a secret. Our clan will always remember this kindness!"

Although he seemed talkative, after his initial excitement, Fugaku subconsciously looked at Rena Uzumaki sitting next to him and spoke in an extremely serious tone, even bowing slightly to show his utmost seriousness.

At that moment, Elder Chie's gaze also shifted to Reina, who was standing to the side.

Rena immediately bowed in return, saying, "Clan Chief Fugaku, you flatter me. Lord Shoji is the greatest benefactor to my mother and me. Everything about Lord Shoji is everything to me. Please rest assured that no matter what happens in the future, I will never expose any of Lord Shoji's secrets! Even if it costs me my life!"

Her words also revealed Reina Uzumaki's determination.

This also softened the expressions of Fugaku and Elder Chie considerably.

"Alright, there's no need to be so serious. Everything can proceed as usual."

Jiang Si chuckled and waved his hand, signaling his clan head, Elder Chie, and Rena to stop being so solemn and serious. Although this involved the highest secrets of the Uchiha clan, it didn't mean it would actually reach such a terrifying level.

Moreover, in the world of ninjas, might makes right is the only eternal truth. As long as one's clan can maintain its status as the number one clan in the ninja world, then all problems will cease to be problems. Survival and dignity will always remain only on the edge of the sword.

"In the coming days, I need to rest well and reflect on the changes that have taken place. This should take one to two days. During this time, if there is anything that needs to be done, please ask the clan leader to help me handle it. If it is not urgent, you can leave it with Dou for the time being."

"Yes, don't worry, Jiang Si, you don't need to worry about these external affairs at all. Just rest and recuperate for the next two or three days!"

Upon hearing Shoji's words, Fugaku quickly nodded.

"So!"

Then.

Fugaku and Elder Chie left ahead of time, still unable to suppress their excitement. Rena stayed a little longer to handle some chores after the surgery and tidy up the equipment before leaving.

Only Jiang Si remained in the laboratory, slowly savoring the wondrous feeling of the moment when the primal pupil power of the two pairs of eyes merged!

What does a pair of eternal eyes mean?

This signifies that Shoji has officially stepped into the threshold of the Super Kage realm. Putting aside other factors, the fact that he can now recklessly expend his eye power and finally use the complete form of Susanoo is clear proof that Shoji's strength has reached the Super Kage level!

As mentioned before, what is meant by "Super Kage"? Of course, there is no such term in the original work, but from the perspective of Naruto fans, one must be someone who can at least go toe-to-toe with the Eight-Tails and Nine-Tails in a head-on confrontation to be considered a Super Kage. This is also why the Third Raikage is referred to as a Super Kage-level powerhouse.

Of course, we can't be so absolute. For example, when Jiraiya entered Sage Mode, his overall level was actually at the Kage level. However, due to the difference in personal style, if you asked Jiraiya to fight against the fully-formed Eight-Tails or Nine-Tails, he would still suffer a lot and be at a disadvantage. But if he clashed with the Third Raikage, Jiraiya would have a pretty good chance of winning.

Ultimately, there is still a restraint between ninjas, even at the level of Kage. However, Shoji obviously does not have such limitations. Susanoo is truly versatile and can be used with anything. Why is it that even though the Uchiha clan members who have awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan all possess unique and exclusive eye techniques, Susanoo is still used the most frequently?

There is no doubt that this technique is easy to use and powerful enough.