Chapter 120: line with translation of chapter title

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Translation: "Accompanied by a burst of vast chakra, it turned into a pillar of light shooting straight to the heavens!"

But need to keep meaning, not add extra. "Accompanied by a surge of vast chakra, it turned into a pillar of light shooting straight to the heavens!" Might be okay. Use "chakra" as given. Keep exclamation.

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Translation: "In an instant, the space around Yuzhi and Hikari twisted, and the two vanished silently before everyone's eyes."

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Translation: "Stupidly watching the disappearing figures, Daimoku, Ziraiye, Kakashi, and Huangtu all stared at each other."

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Translation: "For a moment, they couldn't be sure what had happened, and what made them even more uncertain was whether the other side had left or not!"

We need to keep exclamation. Maybe: "For a moment, they couldn't be sure what had happened, and what made them even more uncertain was whether the other side had left or not!"

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Translation: "Boom—"

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Translation: "Just as they were dazed, the enormous Four-Tails suddenly collapsed with a boom, and its body gradually faded away at that moment."

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Translation: "Revealed was Laozi curled up on the ground, his expression appearing extremely painful!"

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Translation: "\"Tsuchikage-sama! \""

But glossary provides Tsuchikage as English form. So we keep that. Add honorific? The line is Chinese with exclamation. We'll translate as "Tsuchikage-sama!" Keep quotes.

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Translation: "\"Over here, they're over here! \""

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Translation: "And as the Four-Tails collapsed, all the reinforcement ninja also arrived one after another."

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Translation: "Seeing this, Daimoku finally relaxed, and as he let out that breath he almost plopped down onto the ground!"

We need to keep exclamation. Use Daimoku.

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Translation: "In this battle he bore great pressure; although the meat shield was entirely Huangtu's doing, without his precise control of opposing techniques, how could Huangtu possibly hold out?"

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Translation: "Moreover, without him occasionally finding ways to save his eldest son, his eldest son would have already been beaten to death!"

We need to keep exclamation. Use "his eldest son". Could also be "his big son". We'll keep as "his eldest son".

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Translation: "Furthermore, he had used Dust Release several times, and his chakra could no longer hold up."

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Translation: "Ziraiye nodded; his condition was actually not bad, and not only him, but this brat Kakashi as well."

We need to keep nuance. Use "Ziraiye nodded; his condition was actually not bad, and not only him, but this brat Kakashi as well."

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Translation: "These two really launched a heavy assault, knocking all their people senseless."

We need to keep period? Original line ends without punctuation? It ends with no punctuation. We'll keep as is.

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Translation: "\"Is that so? \""

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Translation: "\"Hmph. \""

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Translation: "In fact, they were also full of frustration and helplessness, having already rushed here earlier."

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Translation: "\"That guy only has one Sharingan; unsurprisingly he stole it from the Leaf Village war hero, Obito Uchiha. \""

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Translation: "But obviously these questions seem not to be something they can inquire about."

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Translation: "\"First let the others withdraw; I think we need to exchange information. \""

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Translation: "Upon hearing this news, Ziraiye and Kakashi's faces turned somewhat weird, but they still believed in reincarnation."

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Translation: "Sharp-eyed Huangtu quickly reached out to support his old father, but Daimoku gave him a glare."

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Translation: "Besides not calling by title, and if you're arguing over a little anger, do I really have to go this far?"

We need to keep question mark.

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Translation: "Full of doubts, Kakashi and Huangtu had already blocked all the ninjas trying to approach."

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Translation: "Daimoku had no courtesy; he directly stared at Kakashi and Ziraiye and asked in a low voice."

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Translation: "Especially at the final moment, the massive flames erupting with the earth's tremor forced them to retreat quickly."

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Translation: "Although he was angry inside, he didn't say more, but turned his head to look at Ziraiye."

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Translation: "\"Mm, indeed. \""

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Translation: "\"Not him, the two are completely different. \""

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Translation: "He also said, he suspects that guy might be a reincarnation of Madara Uchiha!"

We need to keep exclamation. Use Madara Uchiha.

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Translation: "Nevertheless, he forced himself to stay conscious, while Kakashi and Ziraiye also sat on the ground, now only wanting more information."

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Translation: "\"Everything's taken care of, then let's hear it. \""

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Translation: "Although these ninjas didn't understand, they still stayed put honestly."

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Translation: "At the same time, this also made Ziraiye realize that the ninja world seems far more dangerous and troublesome than he imagined."

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Translation: "Therefore their situation at most could be considered being driven off, while Daimoku and his son were truly hit by a heavy assault."

We need to keep period? Original line ends without punctuation? It ends with no punctuation. We'll keep as is.

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Translation: "Although at the last moment they were still wrecked by Wood Release to the point of near death, in the end Daimoku bore it all."

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Translation: "But the fighting here was too intense; that kind of strong impact, unlike the unpredictable Fire Release that could erupt at any moment, left them unable to charge forward!"

We need to keep exclamation.

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Translation: "\"Madara Uchiha? Reincarnation? \""

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Translation: "\"The Four-Tails said, that guy is likely Madara Uchiha! \""

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Translation: "Although the aura is off, and the Susanoo state is also wrong, but he sensed the Nine-Tails' aura."

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Translation: "Who would have thought, this theory is brought up again, and right before their eyes?"

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Translation: "\"Isn't this somewhat not right? \""

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Translation: "\"You Leaf Village previously said there was a dangerous guy with a Sharingan; is that this guy? \""

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Translation: "Ziraiye hesitated a moment, then spoke."

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Translation: "Daimoku furrowed his brows, feeling the situation was not just badly off, he turned his head to look at Laozi."

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Translation: "Otherwise, they'd probably be burned to ashes in an instant!"

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Translation: "They are also very curious, what kind of battle could get to this point."

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Translation: "That guy's ability is using space to achieve his goal of pretending to be mystical, but these two."

The line seems incomplete; we translate as is.

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Translation: "\"You and they engaged first; any intel from the Four-Tails side? \""

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Translation: "Laozi looked at Daimoku before him, gave a cold snort, but only after a while did he speak."

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Translation: "Even if extremely hidden, it indeed exists."

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Translation: "Kakashi shook his head; he still had a say."

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Translation: "Daimoku sat on the ground; Laozi still looked listless, appearing in very bad shape."

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Translation: "This battle truly made Ziraiye realize again that Daimoku is this old guy."

Those two people are both Uchiha Clan, who exactly are they?

It might be due to luck; they didn't encounter the most troublesome enemy, while another enemy, although incredibly strong, seemed to be focusing on controlling the tailed beast.

The ninja world has long had rumors about the reincarnation of the strong; although it's hard to find any proof, the rumor has been passed down for a thousand years, giving everyone hope.

Speaking of this, Ziraiye helplessly gave a brief explanation of senjutsu.

Frankly, he really thought it was absurd; wanting to control senjutsu chakra is how difficult it is, and he himself could be considered one of the people who understand it best.

But those two people almost the whole time kept the power of natural chakra on their bodies, which really made Ziraiye unable to hold back.

What kind of monster could possibly achieve this?

"Hmph, this finally matches my memory of that bastard Madara Uchiha!"

However, Dayemu, after hearing Ziraiye's explanation, couldn't help but let out another cold snort.

His fists clenched, and he involuntarily recalled that night in his mind.

That night, Madara Uchiha stood there with his arms crossed, and he coldly said: "There is no alliance; before Leaf Village, you only have the duty to obey!"

That arrogant posture, those icy words, and also the Susanoo that made Dayemu remember it for a lifetime.

"That guy's wickedness exceeds everyone's imagination; if he obtained such power, he would definitely be glad to use this power against enemies."

Of course, I also cannot be completely certain that it's this person, after all that guy has been dead for so long; how could he still crawl out of hell?

Moreover, what is the reincarnation spoken of by the Four-Tails? Why would he leave when he had the upper hand? And what did he mean by 'any technique has its rules'?

These are all things that need to be, and must be, figured out!

Speaking of this, Dayemu paused slightly, then he looked at Ziraiye and Kakashi, who also had solemn faces, and continued.

"Moreover, even if we don't investigate his identity, those guys' goal is the tailed beast; isn't that worth being wary of?"

"Especially his Wood Release on his body, and the senjutsu you mentioned; isn't that worth investigating?"

Ziraiye nodded involuntarily upon hearing this; such a dangerous person indeed cannot be let go.

Regardless of who he is, that pair of Sharingan is worth paying attention to, and that Wood Release power makes Leaf Village start to be on guard.

After all, this is already not the first person who possesses both Sharingan power and Wood Release power!

"What about the other person?"

Kakashi furrowed his brows, then he suddenly spoke in a low voice.

"That guy, although he hasn't made much of a move, also gives off an especially dangerous feeling."

Moreover, he also controls jinchuriki and tailed beasts.

"Hmph, you don't even know your own Leaf Village affairs?"

Dayemu was fuming, he let out a cold snort and immediately continued with sarcastic ridicule.

"That's right, the sins your Leaf Village has committed are truly too many; you probably can't even count them yourselves."

Dayemu's mockery made Ziraiye and Kakashi dare not speak, because whether it's this person now suspected to be Madara Uchiha, or another crazy Uchiha.

Strictly speaking, they are all, and they might even be Leaf Village ninjas, except that each of them left Leaf Village and became like this.

No one knows the reason, but it's clear that they are all Uchiha.

"The Four-Tails told me, that guy is probably the brother of Madara Uchiha who was killed by Senju Tobirama."

Just then, Laozi suddenly spoke.

"According to the Four-Tails' words, after all, even Madara Uchiha can crawl out of hell."

So, his brother coming back to life doesn't really seem that surprising.

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Leaf Village, Yuzhi's home.

Accompanying the spatial tremor, the next moment Yuzhi and Hikari's figures appeared in the living room.

However, Yuzhi almost stumbled upon landing, but fortunately Hikari was quick-eyed and quick-handed, grabbing his shoulder.

"Is the consumption that great?"

Hikari furrowed her brows, she asked with some worry.

"How do you feel? Why are you pushing yourself so hard?"

"Don't worry, I'm fine; you don't know my physique?"

Yuzhi laughed and shook his head; he had already taken off his disguise by then, and then leaned back on the sofa.

He casually took a seal, and after canceling the two wooden clones he had left at home, he finally spoke.

"Actually, strictly speaking, the consumption isn't particularly large; it's just the over‑exertion of eye power that makes the body a bit uncomfortable."

"But these are trivial matters; after all, they're only about our current gains, which really aren't much."

The smile on Yuzhi's face was impossible to hide; this time he truly could call it a harvest!

"Crazy."

Hikari, upon seeing Yuzhi like that, couldn't help rolling her eyes; she also leaned on Yuzhi and sat down.

"Just for a bit of the Four-Tails' chakra, you turned yourself into this?"

"It's not just the Four-Tails' chakra."

Yuzhi shook his head, pointed at Hikari's eyes, and said with a smile.

"Doesn't your eye feel anything?"

Hikari, hearing Yuzhi's words, couldn't help pursing her lips, and she didn't have much to rebut.

Although her battle wasn't particularly intense, because she was mainly responsible for forcibly containing the Four-Tails and the jinchuriki.

But such control is neither something an ordinary ninja can do, nor comparable to that already dazed Nine-Tails.

It must be said, battle is the most suitable way for the Uchiha Clan to adapt to and hone the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Yet the Mangekyou Sharingan is precisely unsuited for prolonged battles!

"If you insist on saying that, I have no reason to argue, but turning yourself into this seems not so good either, right?"

After a while, Hikari helplessly shook her head, and upon seeing Yuzhi's expression she sighed.

"Fine, just handle it yourself; I can't persuade you."

"Please, you can convince me, as long as I think you're right."

Yuzhi, seeing Hikari, leaned beside him, lay down, and rested his head fully on her leg.

"You guy."

Hikari, seeing Yuzhi do that, was at a loss between laughing and crying for a moment.

She wanted to push him away, but seeing Yuzhi's slightly weary closed eyes, her hand's movement also stopped.

"Since you're tired now, I'm giving you this; don't push your luck, got it?"

"Yes, yes, I'm a rule‑following person."

Yuzhi, eyes closed, gave a casual smile, but his words obviously failed to convince Hikari.

Fortunately Yuzhi wasn't overthinking; he was fully immersed in his perception of his eyes.

"Is that feeling getting stronger?"

Yuzhi thought to himself that his Sharingan now increasingly resembled the feeling he had back when he was about to upgrade from Two Tomoe to Three Tomoe.

That intense sensation, as if about to hone his abilities to their current peak, was something he hadn't felt for a while.

Still, he had anticipated this, since his Mangekyou Sharingan upgrade took a shortcut.

He relied on the ultimate Shadow Release that Obito released when his mind collapsed, which let him snag a cheap chance to complete the upgrade.

This situation has pros and cons; the advantage is obvious—he can use Mangekyou Sharingan's power to accomplish many tasks he needs.

The downside is that his understanding and control of Mangekyou Sharingan, even some basic issues of these eyes, aren't solid.

Therefore his honing requires more time, even though Mangekyou Sharingan and ordinary Sharingan are no longer a single pair of eyes.

He could be seen as starting from zero, but because the fundamentals aren't firm, he's not starting from zero; he's starting from a negative.

"But now everything must be filled for me; my Eternal Eye is just around the corner!"

The Eternal Eye, though called a truly 'complete Mangekyou Sharingan', its power far exceeds that of Mangekyou Sharingan.

Moreover, he's always believed Mangekyou Sharingan is just a 'split' Eternal Eye, so his craving for these eyes is even greater.

"Not to mention anything else, I gave my life and used so much power just to push Mangekyou Sharingan into its ultimate state and activate the fourth stage."

"And in the Eternal Eye state, the fourth stage is merely a simple application; the fifth stage's Susanoo is the true core!"

"Besides, the fifth‑stage Susanoo isn't afraid of your Dust Release."

Yuzhi has always remembered the threat of Dust Release; this time he also witnessed its horror firsthand.

If he didn't have Kamui, he probably would have been blasted to nothing!

He didn't even dare to use the fourth stage; on one hand the little Nine‑Tails couldn't bear it, on the other he didn't want Dust Release to shatter him outright.

"Strictly speaking, I don't think I've ever fought using the fourth‑stage Susanoo, except when merging to use that stage's Susanoo."

Feeling the softness beneath his head, Yuzhi let out a light laugh in his mind, though he didn't consider it a regret.

Controlling the fourth‑stage Susanoo while in Mangekyou Sharingan state is already especially difficult, and the battle duration is long.

Pre‑emptively mastering this power merely makes it easier for him to use it better in the future.

Moreover, he does have chances to use it; after all, he's still a bit away from a complete upgrade.

Perhaps the next time a problem arises and forces him into battle, he can fully employ this ability!

"Consider it the final showcase for improvement, and also a way to gauge the differences between the Eternal Eye and Mangekyou Sharingan."

Yuzhi thought to himself, but soon a question sprang to mind.

"Since I judge the Eternal Eye to be a split eye, then the brothers split should each have two traits."

"For example, one side excels at something, the other at something else, or perhaps when split, the abilities are simply divided evenly between them?"

Yuzhi, thinking this far, couldn't help but feel conflicted; he guessed the split of the Eternal Eye was a hypothesis based on the original work.

And as for what each side excels at, that's also his speculation from the original.

After all, Itachi Uchiha became so void that he no longer resembled the Uchiha trait of 'possessing massive chakra'.

"Hmm, if we don't consider his performance in the final battle,"

besides that, Madara Uchiha once said: "I feel it, your eyes are also 'Zhi Ba'."

The meaning is roughly that, though Yuzhi can't recall the specifics; whether 'Zhi Ba' refers to Mangekyou Sharingan itself or its state remains unclear.

Yuzhi naturally wants to sort this out; he's not worried about his own eyes, but he must consider Hikari!

Of course, he might also need to think about Shisui.

After all, the two of them are truly comrades.

【Side Quest Completed】

【Helped Rock Village and Leaf Village, returned the Four‑Tails jinchuriki to the village】

【Calculating rewards】

"Hm?"

As Yuzhi was pondering, the system in his mind refreshed, making him pause slightly.

"Is this mission considered completed?"

Yuzhi, after mimicking Madara Uchiha's verbal spar with Oonoki, used dragon vein chakra to flash a light that let him instantly open a portal.

He calculated the time; unless they also have space techniques, they should still be lingering in Waterfall Country.

"Could it be that the battle ended, and Old Purple voluntarily followed Oonoki back, making it a success?"

Yuzhi wasn't quite sure, but he was looking forward to this reward.

"But, what's there to gain this time?"

He has Oonoki's talent, he also got the Four‑Tails' chakra, Ziraiye and Kakashi.

It seems that either they have also been taken advantage of before, or they will do what they are best at themselves.

As he was pondering, his system finally fully refreshed—

"Kakashi, why didn't you inform me and Yuzhi?"

Late at night, inside the Hokage's office in Leaf Village.

Minato Namikaze looked at Kakashi with a grave expression, while Third Raikage and Ziraiye sat together.

After finishing negotiations with Ohnoki, Ziraiye and Kakashi compiled the current intelligence.

Then they deployed the arriving Leaf Village troops, and only after that did they choose to inform Minato.

In fact, Kakashi did intend to notify Minato immediately, but Ziraiye didn't take it seriously.

Of course, Minato's reproach of Kakashi now isn't that he failed to inform him afterward, but that he didn't summon the Hokage during the battle!

"Alright, Minato, Kakashi and the others also have their reasons."

Seeing Kakashi with his head down and silent, Third Raikage sighed and spoke.

"The situation is unknown, the enemy is strong; Kakashi and Ziraiye would naturally be rotating to gather intelligence rather than seeking you.

You are the Hokage; you must never cause any trouble, so you shouldn't blame Kakashi either."

As the Hokage and the village's leader, one cannot just act rashly when problems arise.

Not to mention the second‑generation Senju Hiru, but even the Third Raikage who was killed by tens of thousands in the three wars serves as a cautionary tale.

Even if Kakashi remains silent now, Third Raikage already knows what this kid is thinking.

However, those are trivial; for the Third Raikage, the intelligence these two brought back is what truly gives him a headache and confusion.

"Is it really what that Ohnoki guy and the village's Four‑Tailed Jinchuriki said?"

"Yes, Third Raikage."

Kakashi saw the Third Raikage clear his situation; he breathed a sigh of relief, then immediately turned his head toward the Third Raikage.

"Those two are indeed extraordinary; Tsuchikage and that old Purple also concluded so.

Moreover, Lord Ziraiye and I have already dealt with them; they are certainly not the same as the previous guy."

"Is that so?"

Minato rubbed his forehead; his head ached especially now.

In fact, it wasn't only his headache; the Third Raikage's heart was also shaken.

First there was a lunatic, now two even more dangerous people have emerged, showing a reckless attitude toward bijuu and jinchuriki.

Based on Tsuchikage's intel, these two are likely the long‑dead Uchiha Madara and Uchiha Izuna?

Although there's no evidence, how could such a thing be reassuring?

Especially since their situation is even more peculiar; one of them even used Wood Release and possessed immortal technique. Is this world truly insane?

"And they're both Uchiha; is this a stab at the Uchiha's den?"

The Third Raikage could barely contain himself, silently thinking to himself, and Minato, after a moment's thought, spoke.

"Hold a meeting. Kakashi, go fetch Yuzhi and Shisui and bring them over."

Facing the Uchiha, especially those possessing Mangekyou Sharingan, the only ones truly able to deal with them are the Uchiha Clan!

The importance of Yuzhi and the other two at this moment was raised another level.

After all, the three of them are all Mangekyou Sharingan bearers!

The Third Raikage had no objection to this, though he had indeed wondered whether these two were disguises of Yuzhi and his group.

But upon hearing Wood Release and that 'Purple' Susano, the Third Raikage essentially dismissed that suspicion.

Wood Release isn't something ordinary people can learn, and most importantly, Susano's color cannot be altered.

"It can't really be those two, can it?"

The Third Raikage felt uneasy; he didn't know the state of Uchiha Izuna.

But Madara Uchiha, he knew well; the Leaf Village's terrain back then was not like it is now. —

"Yuzhi, you're here, sit down quickly."

When they entered the Hokage's office, Minato Namikaze immediately smiled and said.

"Sorry to disturb you so late."

"It's fine."

Yuzhi shook his head, then walked toward Shisui, who had already been waiting there.

At this moment, in the meeting room, the Third Raikage sat together with Koharu, Mizuto Monen, while Ziraiye and Tsunade were also present.

As for Orochimaru and Danzo Shimura, those two were absent, and it was unclear whether they weren't notified or had no intention to come.

One hand holding back the Shisui who still tried to stand and bow, Yuzhi and Hikari quickly took their seats.

They obviously knew what would be discussed tonight, since they had only met Kakashi and Ziraiye that morning.

However, the two of them now mainly adopted a 'silent' stance, pretending they knew nothing.

"Alright everyone, since everyone's here, let's begin."

Minato Namikaze, seeing that all the required people had arrived, his expression turned extremely solemn as he got straight to the point.

"Today, while Kakashi and Master Ziraiye were on a mission, they encountered two mysterious individuals.

Their situation is far from ordinary; they are extremely unique and possess especially great power.

But before proceeding, I need to ask, Yuzhi‑kun, are you familiar with Madara Uchiha and Uchiha Izuna?"

"I know Madara Uchiha; as for Uchiha Izuna…"

Hearing Minato's words, Yuzhi immediately made a troubled expression.

"This person seems to be Madara's younger brother, but I'm not clear on the specifics.

Perhaps I need to go back and review some records, but Hokage…"

Why, when you talk about them, do you have no idea?

Hikari silently complained in her heart, but she is also very interested now.

She is also very curious about what kind of impression her and Yuzhi's performance this time will leave on others.

But she also knows that it is likely to be some utterly unforgivable existence.

"Because, Teacher Ziraiye and Kakashi encountered two mysterious people, and they are very likely them!"

Minato Namikaze's expression was extremely solemn, but as soon as his words fell, Zhuanqin Xiaochun and Shuihumen Yan couldn't hold back.

"Impossible!"

Zhuanqin Xiaochun stood up and spoke loudly, and Shuihumen Yan also furrowed his brows tightly.

"It's impossible to be Uchiha Madara and Uchiha Quannai, not to mention that according to records, Uchiha Quannai died at the teacher's hands."

At that time, even Leaf Village hadn't been established yet, let alone Uchiha Madara being impossible; if it's that guy

"To be frank, Kakashi and Ziraiye couldn't possibly have come back alive; nobody present could have survived!"

Sorry, I was too soft-hearted.

Also sorry, I lack the ability.

Yuzhi furtively glanced at those two old guys, and couldn't help but complain in his heart.

But what they said is also true, because following Madara's actions, perhaps nobody present could really come back alive!

"Hey hey hey, you two old guys, this talk is really looking down on people!"

Yuzhi only complained in his heart, but Ziraiye really couldn't hold back.

"If I'm still alive, does that prove that guy is an impostor?"

"It's not that we look down on you, but because you simply don't know what Uchiha Madara truly means."

Zhuanqin Xiaochun glanced at Ziraiye, then turned her head to look at the Third Generation.

"Rizan, you also know about Uchiha Madara, why don't you share your opinion?"

"Because this situation is indeed somewhat special."

The Third Generation sighed, he hesitated and glanced at Tsunade, then finally spoke in a low voice.

"According to intelligence, Dayemmu and the Four-Tails both think this person is very likely."

"Moreover, the Four-Tails gave its own inference—perhaps these two are the reincarnations of Uchiha Madara and Uchiha Quannai!"

"Although it's absurd, the Four-Tails has faced Uchiha Madara directly before, so its words may have some credibility."

"Moreover, according to Ziraiye and their account of the battle, that guy didn't use his own power this time."

"He fought with a hunter's mindset toward prey, using power that didn't belong to him."

"This power is Wood Release."

"I use Wood Release, and have become a hunter's mindset toward prey?"

Yuzhi blinked upon hearing this, and this explanation seems not bad, huh?

"Wood Release!"

"What?"

He merely thought that, but upon hearing this, Zhuanqin Xiaochun, Shuihumen Yan, and the originally nonchalant Tsunade all widened their eyes.

Tsunade even turned her head to look at Ziraiye beside her, seemingly wanting to ask for the reason.

"Hmm, it is Wood Release, a very powerful Wood Release."

Ziraiye nodded helplessly, then he simply recounted this incident in detail, vividly describing it again.

After he finished recounting the entire incident, the whole venue fell deathly silent.

Although Minato Namikaze and the Third Generation had already heard Kakashi's account once, hearing Ziraiye's still gave them a different feeling.

Meanwhile, Tsunade and Zhuanqin Xiaochun were completely frightened by Ziraiye's account.

"Is it really that kind of Wood Release, as strong as the First Generation's Wood Release?"

"I haven't seen the First Generation, but that guy's Wood Release instantly made Wentai unable to resist."

"Dayemmu and his son—were they both defeated by that person suspected to be Uchiha Madara?"

"Hmm, basically no power to fight back; even Dust Release couldn't produce a substantial effect."

"You and Kakashi, in dealing with the guy controlling the Four-Tails and the jinchuriki, also made no progress?"

"Although it's somewhat embarrassing, that guy's techniques are too weird, and his ability to seize battle opportunities is exceptionally strong, so we couldn't do anything."

Even after Ziraiye had recounted the incident once, they still couldn't help but repeatedly ask.

As for Yuzhi and Hikari, although they said nothing, they really stared at each other.

Upon making eye contact, they seemed to both see a question in each other's eyes——

"How, coming from Ziraiye's mouth, do we become so strong?"

Yuzhi remembers, Wentai had split many of his tree vines!

Moreover, if he weren't fast, he truly couldn't withstand Dayemmu's Dust Release.

Hikari is also somewhat speechless, because she hardly fought Ziraiye and Kakashi at all; she merely drove them away.

At most she just used Amaterasu, yet she somehow became unfathomably deep.

For a moment, their eyes were full of embarrassment, but Shisui beside them was somewhat silent and his gaze somewhat solemn, not knowing what exactly he was thinking.

"Alright, let's not discuss this matter anymore."

Seeing that several people still wanted to ask, the Third Generation couldn't help but immediately speak up to interrupt.

"Those two guys, although terrifying, also seem to have some limitations."

"Their appearance seems to be due to some technique, and when the time comes, they must leave."

"Otherwise, Ziraiye and them would be..."

: Chinese line -> translate.

Translation: "Ziraiye pressed his lips together without refuting, and although Yuzhi felt embarrassed inside, he also nodded along."

We need to keep as one line.

: Chinese line -> translate.

: Instruction -> output as is.

We'll produce: "Just Hikari glanced at Yuzhi, couldn't help but mutter: this guy must be scared he can't hold up, that's why he ran."

: Chinese line -> translate.

Translation: "As for this meeting where I've called everyone, the purpose is to tell everyone that our situation is not optimistic."

Water Gate also took over the topic at this time, he said very seriously.

"First there was that mysterious guy, and now another Madara Uchiha and Uchiha Izuna have appeared; we must take this seriously."

"We must figure out their true identities; although we all have our guesses, even the Four-Tails and Ōnoki are thinking the same way."

"But before anything is settled, we cannot make random judgments; however, we must also prepare in advance."

"Only Uchiha can better deal with Uchiha, especially they are all Mangekyou Sharingan!"

Saying this, Water Gate couldn't help but pause, and everyone present looked at Yuzhi, Hikari, and Shisui.

This scene made Yuzhi freeze for a moment, although he already knew what it meant.

"Lady Tsunade, I hope you can put more effort into researching the Sharingan issue; this is our current key."

Water Gate continued speaking at this time, his voice sounding especially firm.

"Yuzhi-kun, Hikari-kun, and Shisui-kun, from now on, please tell us as much as possible about any needs you have."

"I think the Leaf Village will support you!"

"I agree."

"I second that."

"I also second that."

Listening to Water Gate's words, and seeing everyone else present raise their hands, Yuzhi also felt a bit at a loss for a moment.

"No, this works too——"

"Is this also one of the purposes?"

"This, I actually didn't expect this."

Sitting on the sofa at home, Yuzhi listened to Hikari's words and couldn't help shaking his head.

Given his current status in the Leaf Village, wanting anything is actually not too difficult; even if there's trouble, he can quietly take care of it.

As a result, after disguising himself as Madara Uchiha, he actually managed to provoke such a reactive response from this group?

But upon further thought, it seems he can understand it after all.

After all, that evil Senju old ghost, Tobirama Senju, his fear has never been of the Uchiha, and his precautions are actually not really against the Uchiha.

What he always targets is Madara Uchiha; even if it's the Uchiha, he is always on guard against the next Madara's appearance.

As his good disciples, they probably cannot afford to be the slightest bit careless in dealing with the current situation!

"Hey? In that case, can I propose that we resurrect the evil Senju old ghost and the First Hokage together via Impure World Reincarnation?"

Suddenly, an idea appeared in Yuzhi's mind.

Now, the Impure World Reincarnation technique is not yet mature, and they also lack the suitable materials for these two individuals.

If these two mixed-quality individuals crawl out and encounter me, then

Thinking of this, Yuzhi's eyes instantly lit up!

But Hikari beside him noticed the change in Yuzhi's gaze, subconsciously moved a bit away from his position, and then asked.

"What evil ideas do you have again?"

"No, it's a good idea."

Yuzhi naturally noticed Hikari's movement, not giving her any chance to escape, and pulled her into his arms in one swift motion.

Hikari immediately glared at Yuzhi, but seeing that this guy had no further action, she also couldn't be bothered to resist further.

"However, this idea still has some difficulty."

Normally, Yuzhi wouldn't know this Impure World Reincarnation technique, after all he's not the Hokage.

However, he doesn't need to be overly anxious about this, after all his disguise is still not quite perfect.

Hashirama Senju and the evil Senju old ghost are both super-sensory ninjas; who knows if they'll notice something different.

Take it slow; I'll definitely end up squeezing them for all they're worth!

Moreover, Yuzhi now also needs to think carefully about another matter: the reward for this operation.

【Statistics Complete】

【Reward Obtained: Lava Release (Four-Tails Jinchuriki)】

Looking at the system panel's prompt, while also feeling the chakra fused together inside his body.

For a moment, he himself felt somewhat torn between laughter and tears.

His own Scorch Release hasn't been fully integrated yet, and he didn't expect to now have an additional Lava Release?

"If I add my half-baked Wood Release, as well as my own Sharingan, then."

"Then, he has already mastered four completely non-overlapping bloodline limits, all of which are exactly what he needs!"

Wood Release appears to be water and earth, but in actual control he discovered it represents Yang Release.

No need to say more about the Sharingan; this time's obtained Lava Release is earth and fire, but the proportion of earth is obviously greater.

Adding in his integrated Fire Release and leading Scorch Release, his power system has truly been further enhanced!

But soon, he couldn't help pressing his lips together.

Because he noticed that these four attributes are truly perfect only when combined with his own Sharingan and the Lava Release he just obtained.

"The improvement of Wood Release still needs continued effort; although this time's performance was not bad, it's mostly thanks to the light of Hashirama Senju."

As well as the use of Dragon Vein chakra and Divine Straight; if my Wood Release were just a bit more reliable.

If it were just a bit more reliable, Yuzhi might actually be able to replicate Madara Uchiha's Flower Tree World Descent, directly taking down Ōnoki and the others!

Or perhaps directly learn from Hashirama Senju, using Wood Release to horizontally push this group all at once!

My Scorch Release is almost fully integrated, but I still prefer to use Scorch Release myself, and I can even further develop it.

Dust Release really caused Yuzhi a lot of trouble, although he knows that Five-Level Susanoo lets him fear no Dust Release.

But if he uses another identity to knock down Dayemu again, the situation would become dangerous.

Fortunately, these things can be discussed later, after all everyone is on edge now, so Madara Uchiha naturally can't just bring it out for use.

At least, before he gets any further boost, or before the Little Nine-Tails gets any further boost, he won't lightly use it.

"Madara Uchiha is just for show, and at the same time to maximize my own training—this cover identity won't lose!"

Yuzhi still has a fairly clear sense of cognition and positioning; fortunately he can feel that his upgrade is not far off.

"What's wrong? One moment you're laughing wickedly, the next you're deep in thought—what's up with you, guy?"

Perhaps because Yuzhi had her in an embrace she couldn't escape, Hikari also rested her head on his shoulder.

This let her, who had been paying attention to Yuzhi, notice even more clearly the changes in Yuzhi's expression and mood.

"I'm thinking about some future matters, especially concerning you."

Yuzhi lowered his head and whispered a sentence.

"Me?"

"Well, to be precise, it's something that benefits both of us—the Four-Tails' chakra."

"What's up with this chakra?"

"If all goes well, it can help us learn a new kekkei genkai better and faster."

He who has obtained the Four-Tails jinchuriki version of Lava Release naturally knows just how effective this chakra is!

The power of the Four-Tails itself already contains Lava Release.

Let alone Laozi, just Naruto, after merging with other tailed beasts' chakra, can already use Lava Release Rasengan, which already explains many things.

Hikari's talent is plain to see, and moreover the efficiency of her body's White Zetsu cell fusion is no slower than Yuzhi's.

Perhaps not long from now, she herself will be able to unleash the Wood Release brought by White Zetsu.

"By then, if she uses and comprehends the Four-Tails' chakra, who knows."

Just thinking about that, the previously cheerful Yuzhi instantly felt a bit down.

He's a cheat, yet he's still being chased so closely?

Although he contributed greatly to this, it also shows Hikari's talent.

"Come to think of it, who was Madara Uchiha's earlier Yintuoluo?"

"Could it really be her?"

Although it seems unlikely, considering Hikari's abilities and her talent.

For a moment, Yuzhi himself couldn't help but let his imagination run wild.