The emergence of Wood Release made the Konoha higher-ups nervous. This incident also involved two pairs of Mangekyo Sharingan, which, wherever they were placed, represented a force that could not be ignored. The already turbulent Konoha was now even more undercurrent.
Many large ninja clans began to reduce the number of missions their ninjas went on. Many people were skeptical of Itsuki's words, believing that he never spoke a word of truth. His words were not even trusted by dogs.
But who dared to gamble? What if it were true? This was a matter concerning the entire ninja clan!
This was exactly the kind of thinking Itsuki wanted. He loved to see people act according to his wishes even when they didn't believe him.
I sacrificed my Mangekyo Sharingan, so you have to pay a price. Although the eyes are still in my hands, it really hurt when they were gouged out.
Moreover, some people vaguely knew that there was indeed a Wood Release ninja, but they didn't know much about him. Never underestimate the ninja clans that existed since the birth of Konoha. Their power was deeply rooted, and they had survived the Warring States period, so they must have their own way of survival.
Besides, existence leaves traces. Not to mention, this Wood Release ninja had also gone out on missions before, so it was impossible to avoid everyone's sight.
Danzo and the Third Hokage began to suspect each other. Danzo believed that Hiruzen Sarutobi had taken the Mangekyo Sharingan because the Wood Release ninja had already been taken by him. The Third Hokage, on the other hand, believed that if Danzo could create one Wood Release ninja, couldn't he create a second one? This one-eyed man might have several Wood Release ninjas in his hands.
Danzo and the Third Hokage: He's a sly one!
...
Hokage's office.
The four guardian beasts of Konoha gathered once again.
"Haven't you considered that this is a play directed and acted by Uchiha Itsuki himself? He's treating us all like fools, playing with us!"
Danzo's voice grew colder.
Yesterday, after Uchiha Itsuki woke up, they, the Konoha higher-ups, along with the major ninja clans, civilian ninja representatives, held a meeting.
The result was very unfriendly to Danzo. He had been holding a grudge ever since.
"Is it useful for everyone to be suspicious?" Hiruzen Sarutobi said coldly. "Shisui has Mangekyo Sharingan, so it's possible for him to set up a scheme. But what about Itsuki? Did any of you know he had Mangekyo Sharingan? Before today, no one knew."
"As for that Uchiha Mokujin, huh, he's not among the registered Uchiha Jonin in the village. I don't know where he came from."
"Besides, his Wood Release targets not only tailed beasts but also the Uchiha. Everyone intentionally or unintentionally concealed it from the Uchiha. Would that idle Uchiha Itsuki know about it?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi's face was gloomy.
...Shisui's attitude was also strange!
It seemed like he was hiding something.
They didn't trust Shisui, but they acknowledged his love for the village. So, could his silence be to protect someone?
Danzo and the Third Hokage locked eyes, staring deeply at each other.
After a long time, Homura Mitokado said helplessly, "What do we do now?"
"Investigate slowly," the Third Hokage said, his face looking even older.
He was already over sixty years old, definitely considered elderly among ninjas. His physical functions and mental state had long since declined.
But how could one not be attached to such a legacy?
Danzo stood up and said coldly, "I'm not one to wait passively."
"Danzo!" The Third Hokage scolded. "You better not mess around. The current Uchiha is like a powder keg. If something happens, even I can't protect you."
"Hmph!"
The only response was a cold snort.
As the sound of the cane hitting the floor faded away, the Third Hokage sighed softly.
The main characters were gone, and the two advisors looked at each other before bidding farewell to the Third Hokage.
When he was alone in the room, the Third Hokage muttered to himself, "Is this a scheme? There are flaws everywhere. If it is a scheme, how could it be so crude?"
"If not, Danzo, what are you planning to do?"
...
After chatting with Itsuki for a while, Jiraiya left, saying, "If you need any help, just ask."
Kurenai went to see him off.
At this moment, the door of the ward opened, and a person walked in, coming to the bedside and silently watching Itsuki.
Itsuki raised his head slightly and met his gaze.
Neither of them spoke.
Itsuki finally broke the silence, "Shisui, don't you think we're both stupid? Two blind people staring at each other? Can you see me, or can I see you?"
The person was none other than Shisui.
Itsuki had the system and had long since become a sensory ninja, so Shisui's every move couldn't escape his perception.
"Why did you do this?" Shisui's voice was low.
When he woke up and learned what had happened from Itachi, he almost lost his mind. Itsuki usually liked to fool around, but this time, it was too outrageous.
Moreover, he was uneasy about his Mangekyo Sharingan falling into the hands of others. The power of Kotoamatsukami was simply too terrifying. It was a disaster that could trigger a world war!
Itsuki asked, "Shisui, do you think I did it? Did I gouge out your eyes?"
Shisui was silent.
"Oh my god!" Itsuki let out a soft sob. "My brother actually suspects me? Boohoo! I don't want to live anymore."
Shisui's face remained expressionless. "You don't even have eyes now, how can you cry? Do you have tears? Do you want to describe how it feels to have tears flowing from empty eye sockets?"
Itsuki: "..."
"Shisui, you've grown up."
He sighed.
Shisui remained indifferent.
Itsuki chuckled. "Alright, let's be honest. I did it. I won't hide it from you!"
Shisui's voice involuntarily rose. "Why?"
Itsuki's voice was light, as if it could scatter in the air at any moment.
"For Konoha!"
"What?"
Shisui had thought of countless answers, but this one was definitely not among them.
Itsuki repeated, "For Konoha!"
"Go on!"
Shisui took a deep breath.
Before coming here, he wasn't sure whether Itsuki had done this. Because Itsuki had also lost his eyes.
Hearing Itsuki admit it, he was relieved. At least, Itsuki didn't intend to hide it from him, unlike how he faced the Third Hokage, making up an excuse to fool him.
Itsuki glanced at Shisui.
He was originally going to tease him a few words, but seeing Shisui like this... forget it!
If he continued to play, Shisui would be broken.
He decided to tell him some truths to let him relax.
We need to take the path of sustainable development and not treat Shisui as a disposable item, especially not the kind that's used and thrown away.
That would be impolite!
At this moment, while Shisui was feeling down, it was time to let him witness his strength!
"I am a genius of the Uchiha clan, a Jonin in my early teens. My current strength, Shisui, you understand?"
"...Go on!"
"Strength brings status, and naturally, people will follow!" Itsuki smiled. "So, I'm not without foundation in the Uchiha. On the contrary, I have several Jonin under my command. To be precise, six!"
"They are scattered in every corner of the Uchiha, gathering intelligence for me."
Jonin?!
Shisui's hand trembled slightly.
There were nearly thirty Jonin in the Uchiha, and some were hidden, making the total number around forty. This was more than one-tenth of the total number of Jonin in Konoha!
This was the strength of the strongest clan in Konoha.
But!
These forty Jonin included Itsuki, Shisui, and even elders like Fugaku, Homura, and Koharu!
The clan head and elders also had their own direct subordinates.
After removing these, where did the six Jonin come from to serve under Itsuki?
If Jonin were subordinates, what about ordinary Uchiha?
Shisui suddenly felt cold all over, as if his bones were emitting chills.
He had never truly understood his younger brother.
Six Uchiha Jonin, led by Itsuki, was a powerful force that could not be ignored anywhere.
It was ridiculous that he had always treated him as a mischievous child!
As a result, he was already a king.
(End of Chapter)