Chapter 935

"What's wrong with me? Could this be a millennium-delayed time-travel syndrome?"

The more Kaguya learned about Kaguya after her absence a thousand years ago, the more Young Yuanzi felt danger; her desire to bring the other back to her side grew ever more urgent, and precisely because she devoted herself entirely to the newly activated Dragon Vein Array, reports from beyond Khotan piled up, untouched, on Young Yuanzi's desk…

Nothing must interfere with me! Young Yuanzi had gradually realized that any prolonged contact with the original story's characters didn't just alter their paths—it reshaped the entire trajectory. Her greatest mistake was realizing this so late. Now that she understood it all, she had no intention of leaving Khotan—compared to the story's stage, this place might as well be two different worlds!

Konoha Village, Hokage Office!

"You shouldn't be the one to handle this, Mizuna!" Sarutobi barred the door.

"The Fourth Hokage recalled all clan members from outside, and now they've sealed off the clan grounds. In every respect, this is something the village should never permit—it can only stem from deep distrust and hostility toward us. Konoha is once again in crisis, and the threat still lurks in the shadows, from some hidden faction!" Tōnami Koshun's voice was sharp and stern; she had served as a Konoha elder advisor for so long.

How could anyone still be unclear about the Uchiha clan's true stance toward the village?

This whole affair is merely a trap set by someone with ulterior motives—someone who wants to create division and conflict within the village, ideally sparking civil unrest to severely weaken Konoha.

"I always thought only that one-eyed dragon here would think this way."

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at his former comrade. He knew Tōnami Koshun was right, but was this really the time to discuss this?

The one-eyed dragon, suddenly mentioned without cause, stiffened—then let out a heavy grunt. Like a statue suddenly coming to life, the next moment he was seated again on the sofa.

In this room, besides the Fourth Hokage, the two elder council members, Sarutobi Hiruzen, and Danzō, there was a sixth person: the ANBU operative codenamed Crow.

"Indeed, the situation is exactly as described."

Why am I here?

Why did I do this?

What exactly am I?

Beneath the cold ANBU mask, Uchiha Obito's expression was just as icy. His father's gloomy face and heavy mood upon returning home yesterday had been impossible to hide—even his most cherished teacup had been crushed in his grip. It was easy to imagine the despair his father had endured in this room.

Tōnami Koshun knew who the man was. She did not trust him—even though he was Konoha's ANBU.

"It's not just one person!" Uchiha Obito lifted his head, his gaze locking with Tōnami Koshun's.

Even through the mask, his deeper longing was laid bare.

Everything is not beyond repair—and only the Fourth Hokage can achieve this. And Uchiha Obito, even if it means being hated by his own clan!

In barely a few seconds, Tōnami Koshun turned her head away.

"I will not agree!"

"Koshun, come on!" Kaminari knew Koshun was never usually so aggressive, but what they were discussing now involved the Uchiha—and they weren't just talking about one person, but the entire Uchiha clan!

"I support this idea. Dialogue is still the best way to mend the situation. No one wants war, especially when a third party clearly exists…"

Sarutobi Hiruzen strongly supported Kaminari's view. He nodded, and both men turned their gazes toward Tōnami Koshun.

Over the years, Tōnami Koshun, having neglected training, may have grown rusty even with hand seals—but her sharp insight on certain issues had always guided her to make the right choices, bringing her to where she stood today.

Uchiha Fugaku's mind was in chaos. He could only lock himself in his study, refusing to see anyone, even as agitated clan members filled the courtyard outside.

"The clan head called us all back, yet says nothing?" Unable to bear Uchiha Fugaku's silence any longer, an Uchiha clan member—who had long held deep grievances against the village—could no longer sit quietly. He raised his voice, and his complaint drew the attention of everyone in the courtyard, stirring silent agreement among many.

I never called any of you back!

Uchiha Fugaku was thinking: who had so meticulously impersonated him to issue the recall order to clan members abroad? At this moment, it could not possibly be out of good intentions.

Uchiha Fugaku had several possible suspects in mind—he must find this mastermind behind it all.

Though ordinary villagers remained unaware, the sudden series of recent events had already pushed relations between the Uchiha clan and the village leadership to a dangerously fragile state.