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He was a true genius, having awakened the Corpse Bone Pulse bloodline at birth. His talent was so high that the Kaguya clan patriarch considered him the most outstanding genius in the Kaguya clan's history, even to the point of being a monster.

Because his talent was so terrifying, many people in the Kaguya clan considered him a freak and even feared his power, thus rejecting him.

It's fair to say that if Minazuki Yoru hadn't taken power and discovered this genius boy, Kaguya Kimimaro might have ended up like in the original story, imprisoned as a human shield and weapon by that group of muscle-bound battle maniacs.

However, thanks to Mizuki Yoru's discovery, Kaguya Kimimaro has now become the most important treasure of the Kaguya clan, and is being raised and cherished by the entire Kaguya clan. Although he is only four years old, he is already the little tyrant of Kirigakure Kindergarten!

The only noteworthy point is that, as Kimimaro grew older, he began to show some signs of bloodline disease, such as slowed physical growth and occasional coughing.

Orochimaru and Yukiko have already begun their research on this matter, but so far they have not made many progress. This has caused considerable concern among many high-ranking members of the Kaguya clan, who fear that their clan's most brilliant genius may perish.

After all, while the dead could be chosen by the Fourth Hokage to become Shinigami and continue to live and protect the ninja clan, there was never a precedent in Kirigakure for a dead person to become Mizukage!

Indeed, Kimimaro's appearance has stirred up some different thoughts and ideas in the Kaguya clan, whose minds are filled with muscles and battles.

The village today is not the same as the one that the Fourth Hokage took over when it was devastated by the Third Hokage, a village in ruins and in dire need of rebuilding.

Today, Kirigakure is at the top of the ninja world in terms of both economic development and ninja strength, and it continues to improve, showing a thriving scene.

Moreover, the Fourth Hokage is still young and will inevitably remain in power for several more decades. During these decades, Kirigakure will surely develop into an incomparably magnificent and powerful existence.

Who wouldn't want to take over such a village, rule a prosperous era, become Emperor Qianlong, and become a member of a powerful family?

"Kimimaro's aptitude is good, but it's still a bit early for him to catch Obito's eye. Is it because he's a descendant of the Kaguya clan?"

"First Hyuga, then Kaguya... Interesting. What are you planning to do?"

He murmured to himself that he didn't actually mind Obito running around in the ninja world, adding a bit of unique vitality to this lifeless world before the arrival of the Otsutsuki.

However, Kimimaro was one of the Sternritter members he recognized, and there was even a possibility that he would be selected for the Royal Guard.

Such a promising seedling shouldn't be allowed to be carelessly ruined by Obito.

and……

"You seem to have misjudged Fugaku's character and magnanimity, Obi-kun."

"Of those who can awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan, which one would you be able to manipulate at will?"

There was a bang.

A cloud of white smoke billowed out, and a figure with a tense expression, one could even describe as restless, appeared behind Ye.

It was Uchiha Fugaku who was directly teleported here using the Reverse Summoning Technique!

"Fourth Hokage, I have extremely important information to report to you!"

Chapter 201 Hiruzen Sarutobi: "Utterly scorching! Utterly scorching!"

"I never expected that guy to have such methods. Not only did he steal the Hyuga clan's Byakugan, but he also used a Mangekyou Sharingan to shatter the genjutsu created by my pair of Mangekyou Sharingans..."

Fugaku lowered his head, not daring to look at Minazuki Yoru, and said with extreme nervousness, "He saw that my eyes were depleted of their power. After defeating me, he tried to win me over by saying that he would restore my eye power. In return, he hoped that I would bring him the genius of the Hozuki clan."

After his battle with Obito, Fugaku Uchiha returned to Konoha. However, instead of dealing with Hiruzen Sarutobi or looking after the Hyuga clan, he immediately used the Reverse Summoning Technique to arrive at Kirigakure and report the situation.

Obito Uchiha's methods were indeed beyond his expectations. He broke through the illusion created by Obito's double Mangekyou Sharingan with just one Mangekyou Sharingan, which was enough to demonstrate Obito's extraordinary abilities.

But as extraordinary as he may be, this guy, hiding his true identity and wearing a fake disguise, thinks he can make him betray Mizuki Yoru, the one who personally put him on the Hokage throne, with just a few words?

If Obito's side had the advantage, or if the two sides were evenly matched, Fugaku might have reluctantly considered it. But you were almost completely crushed by Minazuki Yoru. How could I betray that Soul Master?

Therefore, upon returning to Konoha, Fugaku immediately reported all this information to Yoru.

"You certainly didn't disappoint me, Fugaku. With you in Konoha, I feel at ease."

Mizuki Yoru smiled as he looked at Fugaku: "You might be quite surprised when I tell you that guy's true identity. Of course, he's not Uchiha Madara. Although that old guy lived for a long time after his battle with the First Hokage, he has indeed been sent to the Pure Land of the Underworld."

"It really wasn't Uchiha Madara." Fugaku breathed a sigh of relief. If he really had to go against that ancestor, the thought of it would have been incredibly stressful.

"You don't need to worry too much about him. As for the issue of the Mangekyou Sharingan's power, I will have Miroku summon you here tomorrow using the Reverse Summoning Technique. This way, you can directly complete the power enhancement in Kirigakure, and I'll also give you one night to prepare."

"Is it troublesome?" Fugaku asked in a low voice.

“It’s easy for me, but for you…” Night paused slightly, his gaze sweeping over Fugaku up and down. “It shouldn’t be too much of a problem. I’ve always had faith in you. Besides, it’s just restoring your eye power, not some major transformation. At most, it’ll just hurt a little.”

"I understand!"

Fugaku nodded emphatically, his heart filled with both curiosity and anticipation.

"That guy over there..."

"Just ignore it. The Kaguya clan's bloodline is the bloodline of Kirigakure. What right do you, a Hokage, have to take away Kirigakure's bloodline?"

"Too."

While Yoru could tolerate Obito's antics during this period, sending away her village's precious genius was clearly out of the question.

"Well, go back and make some preparations. Also, given what happened in Konoha, Kumogakure will most likely choose to continue playing dead. If they have any intention of making a move, don't worry, I will have Seireitei help you."

"Fugaku understands!"

Fugaku nodded with a grin. It felt so good to have an older brother looking after you. Being Hokage was just so wonderful! But then, Fugaku hesitated, his expression a mixture of anticipation and embarrassment.

That look...where is the Hokage in all of a humiliation?

"Just say what you have to say," Ye said, somewhat amused.

"It's my son..." Fugaku rubbed his hands together, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "Itachi is already eight years old. Although his talent cannot compare with yours, he is still considered one of the best in my Uchiha clan. Do you think he could... receive some guidance from you?"

Should I bring that weasel under my command?

Damn, who can handle this?

Night's eyelids twitched. Although he was very confident in his own strength, he had no interest in Itachi whatsoever, and he had no interest in recruiting anyone from the Uchiha clan.

The Uchiha clan are all extremely neurotic, and Itachi Uchiha is the best of them all!

To put it nicely, that guy was a genius teenager with his own way of thinking. To put it bluntly, that guy was a twisted traitor who killed his parents, betrayed his clan and family, and was worse than a beast.

If we recruit that guy into our ranks, and he finds everything Ye has done to be too 'cruel' and against the natural order, violating the 'great love' in his heart, wouldn't he then raise his sword against Ye and Wuyin?

Of course, that guy didn't have that kind of strength and couldn't threaten Ye, but Ye didn't have the habit of disgusting himself.

“I have no experience in taking on apprentices. I can teach Japanese girls from a young age, but yours is already seven or eight years old.” Ye shook his head: “It’s not suitable.”

"Ah this..."

Fugaku's expression darkened.

Fugaku was quite envious that Hiashi's daughter could become Minazuki Yoru's disciple.

Putting aside future resources, the unique counter-damage power that Hinata had previously displayed was enough to make Fugaku extremely interested.

"And my youngest son..."

"The youngest son? Uchiha Sasuke?"

Ye Shen paused slightly, pondered for a moment, and then shook his head.

"Your youngest son and Minato Namikaze's son are both quite good, but they are not meant to be with me. However, since you've brought it up..."

However, just as Fugaku's expression darkened, Yoru took out a scroll.

Fugaku carefully took it: "This is..."

"The spirit scroll of Ryuchi Cave".

Upon hearing this, Fugaku's eyes lit up!

The title of the three great holy lands of the ninja world has a long history. Even though the Uchiha clan has its own 'cat' summoning ability, it is still far inferior to the three great holy lands.

Unfortunately, although the three holy lands are all related to Konoha, Shikkotsu Forest has the lineage of the Senju, but Tsunade went far away, and the lineage of Mount Myōboku has been cut off with the deaths of the Fourth Hokage and Jiraiya.

Furthermore, Orochimaru's defection has reduced Konoha from its former glory to one of the three great holy lands of the ninja world.

Even though Fugaku had signed the summoning scroll for the 'Fourth Great Holy Land - Shadow Isles', he still harbored different feelings for the three great holy lands in his heart.

“I have already spoken to the White Snake Immortal. If your son can pass the test of Dragon Cave, then the White Snake Immortal will bestow blessings upon him.”

"Thank you, Lord Ye!"

……

Uchiha Fugaku returned to Konoha in a daze, and Inahime immediately reported the situation of the Sarutobi clan to him.

Fugaku, who was completely focused on the summoning scrolls in Ryuchi Cave and his surgery to restore his Mangekyou Sharingan powers, had no time to care about that old guy Hiruzen Sarutobi.

However, upon further reflection, this was clearly a good opportunity to completely eliminate the growing power of the Sarutobi clan, and he immediately gave the order with a serious expression.

"The Hyuga bloodline was leaked, and the daughter of the Hiashi clan chief was kidnapped. All of this is closely related to the Sarutobi clan."

"Until I, the Hokage, have thoroughly investigated everything, the Sarutobi clan will remain under lockdown. No member of the Sarutobi clan is permitted to enter or leave. Any trespasser will be killed without exception!"

"Yes!"

Inahisa excitedly accepted the order and left, passing the latest Hokage order to Uchiha Setsuna, who was on high alert.

At this moment, the entrance to the Sarutobi clan's residence was already completely surrounded by countless onlookers. Everyone knew about the grudges between the Uchiha clan and the Hokage lineage, especially between the Sarutobi and Shimura clans. It could be said that these two clans were the key factors in the Uchiha clan's current state.

Everyone knew that after Fugaku came to power, he would definitely settle scores with the two clans, but no one expected that the settlement would come so quickly and so ruthlessly.

Countless Konoha ninjas gathered to watch the drama unfold, many of whom were former subordinates of Hiruzen Sarutobi. However, with the change of dynasties and emperors, his former subordinates had become ruthless and even looked on with amusement, which nearly made Hiruzen Sarutobi furious.

"Uchiha Setsuna, what exactly do you want?!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi roared, adopting the demeanor of the former Third Hokage: "You've been surrounding my Sarutobi clan with the Anbu for almost a day now. Do you really want our two clans to go to war?!"

"War between the two races?"

"You overestimate yourself, Hiruzen Sarutobi."

Upon hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, Setsuna Uchiha let out a cold laugh.

Ordinary Uchiha clan ninjas would probably be intimidated by Hiruzen Sarutobi's remaining Hokage form, but who is he?

Even if the second-generation white-haired Hokage were in power, I would still dare to rebel. What are you, a mere retired Hokage, compared to him? Besides, my master is in power now!

Uchiha Setsuna didn't even bother to waste words with Hiruzen Sarutobi. He simply had his men bring over a recliner and slowly lay down.

Seeing this, many Konoha ninjas couldn't help but laugh out loud, and Hiruzen Sarutobi even had veins bulging on his forehead as he roared in a low voice.

"Uchiha Setsuna, don't go too far!"

Uchiha Setsuna completely ignored him and closed his eyes to rest. Although Sarutobi Hiruzen was furious, he dared not make a move.

The two remained locked in a stalemate for a while longer. Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi could no longer bear it, Inahi Uchiha arrived!

"The Hokage's Order has arrived!"

With the aid of chakra, a slightly shrill voice came from Uchiha Inahi's mouth, instantly attracting the attention of countless people.

Uchiha Inahisa held the scroll in her hand, her three-tomoe Sharingan swirling in her eye sockets. Her gaze swept lightly over everyone in the room, exuding an imposing aura.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, Setsuna Uchiha, and countless other Konoha ninja all stared at Inahi Uchiha, their expressions a mixture of tension and excitement.

"By order of the Fifth Hokage, Fugaku Uchiha: Kumogakure, under the guise of seeking peace, has stolen the Hyuga clan's bloodline limit. Elder Hiruzen Sarutobi is suspected of treason, colluding with external forces to create chaos within the village, stealing the Hyuga bloodline limit, and undermining the unity of the people of Konoha."

"Until everything is clarified, seal off the Sarutobi clan's territory and prohibit all members of the Sarutobi clan from entering or leaving. Suspend Hiruzen Sarutobi from his position as elder, pending the Hokage's investigation of the truth!"

The order caused an uproar, and Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes widened, and he stumbled, almost falling over.

"Treason! The Third Hokage has actually colluded with the enemy and betrayed the country! How is that possible!"

"Those guys from Kumogakure came for the Hyuga clan's bloodline limit. No wonder they agreed to all sorts of conditions at the negotiating table before! So that's why!"

"Damn Cloud Village scum, they still haven't given up their evil intentions! Aren't they afraid of the invincible Susanoo of the Fifth Hokage?!"

"Hiruzen Sarutobi insisted on obtaining the plenipotentiary representative for negotiations with Kumogakure from the Fifth Hokage beforehand. Could it be that..."

Amidst the whispers, the Konoha ninjas, who had initially been observing the situation with a detached, gossipy attitude, suddenly changed their gazes towards Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Even the members of the Sarutobi clan behind Hiruzen Sarutobi stared at their clan leader in disbelief.

Suspicion, hostility, and astonishment.

There were even one or two very old members of the Sarutobi clan, who were very old and had survived since the Warring States period. They kept tapping their canes and growling at Sarutobi Hiruzen with disappointment, "Hiruzen, why did you have to do this? Why did you have to do this!"

The next moment, the old-timers seemed unable to withstand such a blow. One or two of them suddenly blacked out and fainted, causing a huge commotion.

This situation has caused some chaos within the Sarutobi clan. Even those who were the most steadfast supporters of Sarutobi Hiruzen, whom they regarded as their faith, now showed expressions of disbelief and doubt.

"Third Hokage, do you really...?"

"No! I don't have any!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi roared, his face pale with anxiety: "I only accepted the right to represent Konoha in negotiations with Kumogakure for the sake of Konoha and the Sarutobi clan. My heart is truly devoted to Konoha, as you can see!"