The sudden interruption caused the ANBU (Root) ninjas, who were about to forcibly take away Douhei, to pause.
The speaker's identity was quite extraordinary.
Dressed in a loose blue kimono with a red and white family crest resembling a ping-pong ball on the back, his face was stern, but his eyes were exceptionally fierce.
The 'Fierce-Eyed' Uchiha Fugaku.
He was also the young clan leader of the Uchiha clan.
And the Uchiha were a prestigious family in the ninja world, so their status was self-evident.
Such a prominent figure speaking up indeed warranted some respect from the ANBU (Root) members.
"Uchiha Fugaku!" Danzo approached, "You Uchiha are too presumptuous, daring to harm your fellow villagers like this!"
What does it mean to turn the tables?
This is it.
Danzo's style has always been 'I don't care what you think, I care about what I think.' Even though he ordered Kakashi to strike first, since the result was that Kakashi almost died, it was the Uchiha's fault.
If the outcome were reversed, he would certainly have a different attitude.
True double standards.JPG Uchiha Fugaku, of course, could see what had just happened.
But some things are better left unsaid.
Even if he knew Danzo was targeting the Uchiha clan, he couldn't just come out and say it.
"It was just an accident, and Kakashi is fine!"
Uchiha Fugaku showed no intention of backing down.
Allowing them to take away a member of the 'Uchiha' clan in front of him would be a significant blow to his prestige as the young clan leader.
"Whether it was an accident or not needs to be confirmed by an ANBU investigation."
Danzo decisively concluded.
"Investigating such matters is the responsibility of our Police Force, no need to trouble Elder Danzo!"
Uchiha Fugaku stood his ground.
Just as Danzo was about to forcibly order the removal of the person.
"Danzo, stand down. This was just an accident!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi intervened to defuse the situation after having Kakashi taken away.
As the Hokage, he certainly couldn't let Danzo and the Uchiha clash here.
"Hiruzen, you'll regret this!"
Danzo turned and left in anger.
But before leaving, he gave a deep look at Douhei, who was 'obediently' staying in place, seemingly frightened by the incident.
He hadn't expected the other party to hide so deeply.
Even without actually making a move.
But just mastering a C-rank 'Summoning Technique' was not something an ordinary academy student could do, let alone a dead last.
"Thank you, Lord Hokage!"
Uchiha Fugaku thanked the Third Hokage.
If the Hokage hadn't spoken up, Danzo wouldn't have easily given up this opportunity.
"The Uchiha are also part of the village; there's no need to thank me for this!" Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a gentle tone, looking at Douhei, "Not bad, being able to defeat Kakashi in this assessment shows that you, Douhei, in school..."
If it were any other child, being praised by the 'supreme' Hokage of the village, they would have been over the moon, eager to pour their heart out (a certain filial son with Hokage aspirations would approve).
At this moment, Douhei finally understood why there were so many 'rebellious' Uchiha in the future.
Facing the max-level PUA from the Third Hokage, you'd be numb too.
And Uchiha Fugaku, instead of realizing this, was emotionally agreeing.
It's over!
This guy is done for.
Seeing his young clan leader like this, Douhei knew he had long been shaped by the Third Hokage.
Possibly brainwashed by the 'Will of Fire' from a young age.
Anyway, from the future historical line, it was under his leadership that the Uchiha met their demise, like lambs to the slaughter without resistance.
"Lord Hokage, I was able to learn the Summoning Technique entirely because of the inspiration from the Will of Fire. Where the leaves dance, the fire burns eternally..."
Douhei's face turned red.
Like a little fanboy seeing his idol, he loudly praised the Will of Fire, stating that learning the Summoning Technique was due to this encouragement.
Full marks!
Listening to Douhei's understanding of the 'Will of Fire,' Hiruzen Sarutobi's wariness slowly subsided.
Those who understand the Will of Fire can't be bad people.JPG "Very well, I'll go check on Kakashi. Don't dwell on today's events!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi left in high spirits.
After everyone left, Uchiha Fugaku left a message.
"Mei is back!"
Then he left directly.
Although he was very curious about the summoned beast named 'Taiichi,' their awkward relationship made it difficult for him to ask.
After he left, Douhei felt a bit of heat on his back.
Turning around! He found his two best friends staring at him intently, while others looked on with a mix of curiosity and shock.
There was no helping it; Kakashi's fame was just too high! As the village's strongest genius, being defeated by a 'dead last' was bound to stir shock and curiosity. It was over!
Facing a group of classmates brimming with curiosity, Douhei felt that today was going to be a tough day.
And indeed, it was just as he had anticipated.
Just dealing with the barrage of questions took up a considerable amount of his time.
In the end, he used the excuse of having a summoning beast granted by his family to fend them off.
By the time he left the school and returned to the Uchiha district, it was already dusk.
Once he entered this area, the flow of people sharply decreased.
If you looked closely, you'd notice that no one outside the Uchiha clan would enter this area.
Even though it was located in the center of the village.
There was no helping it.
The Uchiha were self-contained, naturally leading to their ostracization within the village.
So even when they were annihilated in the future, it didn't cause chaos in the village for no reason.
Douhei walked naturally towards a specific place.
Normally, he wouldn't come here.
But today was different.
Because his 'golden ticket' had returned.
It was thanks to her that he was able to attend the ninja academy.
Otherwise, as an orphan with deceased parents, no siblings, no home, and mediocre talent, how could he have possibly entered the ninja school?
Soon, he arrived at an independent courtyard located at the corner of the clan's territory.
Creak!
He pushed open the wooden door and entered this courtyard, which spanned nearly a thousand square meters.
In any other place, a few thousand square meters would be impressive, but here in Konoha, it was akin to having a large estate in the heart of a major city before Douhei's transmigration. It wasn't just about money; it required status.
The future relocation of the Uchiha clan was due to the immense value of the land in this area, not just because of any rebellion threat.
The land was just too valuable! Entering the courtyard, the first thing that caught his eye were two gigantic mulberry trees, their branches intertwining and providing shade, covering almost the entire courtyard.
Beneath the trees were rock gardens, pavilions, flowerbeds, and ponds, creating a refreshing and elegant atmosphere.
In contrast, the two-story wooden house, occupying less than a few hundred square meters, seemed rather inconspicuous.
To put it bluntly, this courtyard alone was a priceless treasure.
Even the residence of Hiruzen Sarutobi, the 'strongest Hokage,' couldn't compare to this place.
From this perspective, it's no wonder the other clans ostracized the Uchiha.
You were hogging too many benefits; if they didn't bring you down, how could they divide these spoils?
Just look at the fate of the Senju clan; their benefits were completely divided among the other clans, which is why they had a good reputation.
A fallen noble family is a good family.
Before Douhei could take another look, he noticed a slender and tall figure walking out.
Her waist-length black hair cascaded like a waterfall, complementing her bright and delicate fair face, exuding incredible charm.
Especially those pale pink, cold eyes, as if they could draw one's soul in.
Uchiha Mei! (Currently without horns) She was also Douhei's 'fiancée' and his golden ticket.
Despite being only a year older, at 13, she had already graduated four years ago.
The ninja academy allowed for early graduation assessments, but the difficulty was far beyond that of normal graduation.
In other words, she graduated in her third year at the academy.
This could definitely be called genius.
And someone like Kakashi, applying for early graduation in his first year, was an absolute super genius, no wonder he attracted so much attention from the village's high-ups.
If it weren't for the unexpected presence of Douhei, her strength would have been such that even a Chunin might not be her match.
But precisely because of her terrifying talent, she caught Danzo's attention, who tried every means to lead her into darkness.
"You're moving back in!"
Uchiha Mei's voice was cold as she approached.
"Okay!"
Douhei nodded lightly.
If it weren't for today's incident, he naturally wouldn't have moved back.
But since that sly Danzo had his eyes on him, he didn't dare continue living outside the clan's territory alone; that would be courting death.
Although it was convenient for research over there, it was more likely to lead to him 'disappearing.'
Fortunately, he could see the care behind her 'CEO-like' command.
If it had been the original body before transmigration, not only would he not appreciate it, but he would also grow more resentful.
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