I, Naruto Uzumaki, don't need your approval.

The old lady, Koharu, bluntly stated that she did not believe Itachi could single-handedly deal with such a large security force. Even if the Hokage Building's direct forces were to come out in full force, it would still be a painful defeat for them to take down the Uchiha.

When faced with the advisor's question, Itachi did not answer directly, but instead revealed his Mangekyou Sharingan.

The slowly rotating kaleidoscope seemed to possess a magical power, instantly attracting the attention of the higher-ups, causing the advisor elder to gasp and become taciturn.

What has happened in the village over the years that has caused such a rare kaleidoscope to appear one after another?

First it was Shisui with the Body Flicker Technique, and now it's Itachi with the Sharingan. The Uchiha clan truly produces a wealth of talent, but the number of young people capable of shouldering great responsibilities in the Hokage lineage is dwindling.

Danzo narrowed his eyes, originally thinking that Itachi dared to negotiate with him because of Shisui's other eye.

Unexpectedly, in addition to another Kotoamatsukami, Itachi also awakened a new Mangekyou Sharingan. The development of events had completely exceeded his expectations, but he still managed to lure Itachi into the darkness.

After a moment's thought, the Third Hokage slowly said, "Itachi, state your plan. If there's anything you need help with, just say so. The village cannot afford the risk of internal strife."

Itachi raised his head and said, word by word, "The security forces did not betray us tonight. It was Uchiha Itachi who killed the entire clan and defected from the village. In exchange, I want to save Sasuke's life and let him grow up healthily in the village."

Upon hearing this plan, the two advisors exchanged glances, their eyes filled with apprehension as they looked at Itachi.

Compared to Itachi's ideas, their previous proposals to suppress the police force were insignificant. They only wanted the Uchiha to hand over more benefits, while Itachi directly wanted to expel the Uchiha.

The Uchiha clan is inherently evil and should never be entrusted with important tasks.

At this moment, they all recalled the words that Tobirama-sensei often said. The Third Hokage also thought of these words and was shocked by Itachi's plan.

"Itachi, I disagree with your plan. The Uchiha are also members of the village, and even if they make mistakes, they can be redeemed."

"Third Hokage..." Itachi looked at the Third Hokage with some anxiety.

"No need to say anything more. I will take the Anbu to negotiate with Chief Fugaku later. The village cannot abandon any clan, even the Uchiha who have gone astray."

After saying that, the Third Hokage waved his hand, signaling Itachi Uchiha to leave.

Itachi Uchiha left the meeting room in silence, and Danzo, who had not offered any opinion for a long time, silently followed him out of the meeting room.

After the two left, the advisor duo looked at the Third Hokage, awaiting his decision.

The Third Hokage silently made a decision and shouted to the air beside him, "Strengthen the protection of Naruto. All other Anbu squads, assemble at the base. There's a special operation tonight."

Then, the Third Hokage seemed to have guessed what the two advisors were thinking and slowly said, "I know it will be difficult to persuade Uchiha Fugaku, but we have to try. Even if the negotiations break down, we can still take the initiative."

Hearing this, the two advisors breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Sarutobi, it's good that you've made up your mind. We shouldn't interfere too much in the Uchiha's defection, since it's an internal conflict within the village."

In the corridor.

Itachi and Danzo walked side by side. Although they were in a superior-subordinate relationship, Itachi held the initiative. On the surface, Danzo was no match for Itachi.

After a moment of silence, Danzo suddenly stopped and said to Itachi, "Worried about the negotiations? I can tell you clearly that the negotiations between the Hokage and the police force are doomed to fail and will turn into an unprecedented internal strife."

"Whether you listen to the Hokage and cause the village to suffer great losses, or stick to your own principles and prevent the village from falling into internal strife, I believe you can make the right choice."

Itachi remained silent, but his expression had already made the decision for him; he would stick to his choice.

Seeing this expression, Danzo said with a look of satisfaction, "As expected of the Uchiha who possess the Will of Root, the reason why Konoha is prosperous is because of us, the roots buried underground."

"Perhaps our decision is wrong in the eyes of the world, but it can only benefit the future of the village..."

Before he could finish speaking, Danzo noticed that Itachi had already left the Hokage Building. He then regained his composure and gave an order to the Root members standing nearby:

"You will go and monitor Itachi Uchiha. After he wipes out the Uchiha clan, bring me his eyes..."

"Yes, Lord Danzo!"

……

At dusk, at Nanga Shrine.

The dim light concealed Fugaku's gloomy face. He had already delayed the start of the clan meeting all afternoon, but his eldest son still hadn't arrived. His last bit of patience had been worn away.

Along with his patience, Fugaku's ambition to become the Fifth Hokage also vanished.

How could someone who couldn't even control his own son lead his clan in a coup and seize the throne of the Fifth Hokage?

At this moment, Yashiro and Inahisa, who were standing next to Fugaku, asked hesitantly, "Captain, should the coup plan tonight proceed as scheduled, or should we postpone it again and choose a more suitable time?"

Fugaku didn't reply, but got up from the futon in despair and walked out of the main hall.

Dozens of Sharingan eyes turned to the dejected clan leader Fugaku. Without their leader, they too were unsure of what the future held.

If they insist on a coup, the clan will be without a leader and, most importantly, the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Going back to wash up and go to sleep would leave them feeling extremely unwilling, as no one knew whether the higher-ups would take action against them beforehand.

The future of the clan may be as dark and gloomy as this dimly lit hall.

Just then, Shisui, who was sitting in the crowd, suddenly stood up, instantly appearing where Fugaku had been. He looked at the crowd and said loudly:

"Although Fugaku's plan failed, the clan is not without other plans."

These words immediately caught the attention of the Uchiha present. They were puzzled, wondering if the clan had any other plans besides those devised by Captain Fugaku. You're not a high-ranking member of the clan, are you?

Yashiro and Inahikasa frowned and looked at Shisui, questioning, "Rikasa, this is not a place to fool around. You have only just awakened the three-tomoe Sharingan and are not qualified to interfere in the affairs of the clan."

Shisui smiled, then formed hand seals to dispel the transformation jutsu, revealing his true form.

Next, Shisui used his eye power, his three tomoe fixed on Yashiro and Inahime:

“The newly promoted Jonin, Li Huo, is naturally not qualified, but what about Uchiha Shisui? Among the senior members of the clan, does Shisui have the right to decide the future of the clan?”

Chapter 65 Removal of Fugaku from the Position of Clan Chief

"Uchiha Shisui?!"

Yatsushiro and Inahime took a half step back, while the rest of the Uchiha looked on in disbelief.

In their memory, Shisui had disappeared more than half a year ago, and his body had not been found to this day. It was because of Shisui's death that the clan was forced to abandon its previous coup plan.

Now that Zhishui has reappeared at the clan meeting, their first reaction is disbelief.

But both this face and Shisui's unique chakra frequency prove that this is indeed Shisui himself. If Shisui really returns, wouldn't the clan's coup still have a chance?

After calming down, Yashiro asked coolly, "How can you prove that you are Shisui? Where is your Mangekyou Sharingan?"

Shisui was immediately embarrassed, as he indeed could not produce a kaleidoscope as evidence.

Yashiro snorted and said, "You are not Shisui. You are probably a villain who acts in Shisui's name. Besides, Shisui once betrayed his clan."

Shisui's face turned grim. He immediately activated the Body Flicker Technique, and dozens of phantom images surrounded Yatsushiro.

Eight o'clock had no time to react, but was quickly struck in the abdomen by the hilt of the knife, and knelt on the floor in pain, unable to resist.

Without further hesitation, Inahime used Sharingan genjutsu on Shisui.

But the moment Inahisa met Shisui's gaze, a look of pain appeared on his face. After breaking free from the illusion, his eyes were filled with lingering fear as he looked at Shisui. His eyes were far inferior to Shisui's.

Yashiro and Inahisa, who had gotten up, exchanged a glance and nodded.

Shisui's unique Body Flicker Technique, coupled with his genjutsu skills far surpassing those of a three-tomoe Jonin.

These two points are enough to prove that Zhishui's identity is genuine, but there is one thing they don't understand: since Zhishui is not dead, why does he hide his identity and stay in the clan? Is there some unspeakable secret?

Most of the Uchiha present were equally puzzled, but those who had been in contact with Shisui in recent days wore faint smiles. They had long suspected that Shisui was hiding his true identity.

Otherwise, a newly promoted member of the Three-Tomoe Clan wouldn't be worth their desperate following.

The Eighth Generation, sitting cross-legged, gave Shisui a deep look and then said, "We know you are Shisui. So what do you plan to do with your clan? To stage a coup and become Hokage?"

Shisui gestured to Yatsushiro with his eyes, led him behind the statue, and then said, "I do not intend to launch a coup."

Yashiro asked, "Why? Is it related to your disappearance over the past six months? If you use the Mangekyou Sharingan to control the Nine-Tails, we have a good chance of succeeding."

Shisui said with a wry smile, "I'm sorry, I've lost the Mangekyou Sharingan."

The eighth generation was shocked. Shisui had lost his Mangekyou Sharingan, yet his eye power was so much stronger than theirs. However, what they cared about more was the whereabouts of the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Seemingly sensing the thoughts of the Eighth Generations, Shisui said, "The Mangekyou Sharingan has been taken by Danzo. Even if we control the Jinchuriki, the village will still find a way to regain control. Therefore, the Uchiha clan is destined to lose this coup."

After realizing the disparity in strength between the two sides, Yashiro and the others sighed softly; they didn't want to die.

At this moment, Shisui asked again, "So I plan to lead the clan away from Konoha and find a suitable place to live and multiply. Since the village can't accommodate the clan, there's no need for the clan to stay."

The Eighth Generation frowned and then said, "Why should the Uchiha give up everything in the village? Besides, the village won't allow us to leave. That would be an act of betrayal as well. We might as well take a gamble."

Shisui said quite seriously, "If some people can divert their attention, the remaining clansmen can leave Konoha. I have already prepared a place for them to move to, a town near the Cat Village."

Yatsushiro and the others hesitated, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back, but Shisui, unusually gentle, spoke:

"This is not my request, but my order. Unless you can defeat me, you will obey my orders. I am different from Fugaku. Anyone who blocks my way will be sent to meet the ancestor Indra by my own hands."

Shisui's coldness sent a chill down the spines of Yashiro and the others, and they realized that Shisui was different from before.

In the past, Shisui always spoke of the Will of Fire, fostering mutual understanding between his clan and the village. But now, Shisui is somewhat like the legendary Uchiha clan leader, Madara Uchiha.

Having reached a consensus, both sides emerged from behind the statue, and Shisui stepped onto the stage to begin the postponed clan meeting.

"After a decision by myself and the clan elders, Fugaku has been officially removed from his position as clan head. He is no longer qualified to lead the clan, and I will lead the clan toward a brand new future."

……

Ichiraku Ramen.

After eating the ramen and drinking a sip of the steaming ramen soup.

Naruto patted his belly contentedly and said to the busy Teuchi, "Uncle Teuchi, thank you for taking care of me these past few days. You are one of the few people who are not hostile to me."

With a smile, he said, "We'll have plenty of time to get to know each other in the future, and I believe others will understand you too."

Naruto shook his head, then chuckled and left Ichiraku Ramen, leaving only Teiji and Ayame looking at each other, wondering what had happened to Naruto.

Once on the main street, Naruto walked towards the city wall area while conversing with the Nine-Tails within him:

"Ku-Tails, have you noticed that there are no police patrols on the streets today? This means that the Uchiha are about to fight the Third Hokage, which is the best time for us to slip away."

Nine-Tails yawned and said somewhat absentmindedly, "Yeah, we can finally go out."

Before long, Naruto arrived at the foot of Konoha's walls. After crossing a small obstacle a dozen meters high, he found himself in a vast, boundless forest that led all the way to the heart of the Land of Fire.

Just as Naruto climbed over the wall and reached the top of the city wall, about to leap down...

The two members of the Anbu appeared in front of him in an instant and said sternly, "Naruto Uzumaki, the village is under martial law. For your safety, please accept our protection and we will take you home."

"Alright, I'll listen to you. You're the guards sent by the Hokage."

Naruto looked somewhat dejected as he left the area around the city walls, led by the Anbu.

Then, as they passed through a forest, Naruto deactivated the Shadow Clone Technique and turned into a cloud of smoke.