Chapter 141: The Prize of the Defiled Earth: Thousand-Arm Gate

"That Susanoo just now…"

"Hmm… it's the fifth stage."

In a forest of the Hot Springs Country, Obito and He Jue stood there dumbfounded, as if the earlier scene of Yuzhi's "Heavy Punch Strike" still reverberated in their minds.

That terrifying sight shook the heavens and earth; even though Obito had previously witnessed Madara Uchiha's Susanoo and realized that Yuzhi was still far behind Madara Uchiha.

But no matter how many times one sees this scene, the heart still receives a violent shock; this sight is truly too terrifying, and facing such a monster is utterly despairing!

"Didn't you say he couldn't hold out?"

After a while, Obito finally spoke again in a low voice.

The two of them stood together looking despondent—one seemed unemployed, the other seemed heartbroken; they were truly down in the dumps.

"Yeah, that's how it normally is…"

He Jue's mouth trembled a bit; ordinarily, the Mangekyou Sharingan can only push Susanoo to the third stage, which is already the limit.

"Is there a possibility that he used your hand?"

Thinking of this, the Third Hokage simply turned to look at Tsunade nearby; a formidable Leaf Village senior had entered the fight, so Tsunade could no longer slack off as before.

If this continues.

Although he was convinced he could still hold on, seeing Kakashi and Lin's current relationship with Yuzhi, he was determined to create a world of his own.

"Play however you like; this time I happen to be investigating Uchiha Haori's situation, and

this time I must find a suitable person; I really can't take it anymore!"

——

"Third Hokage, how are the troop deployments?"

Choosing this thing out of four options—doesn't that mean we're destined to lose?

"Perhaps I should change my approach, let someone else take control; that might be better..."

"Go quickly; at worst I can take Madara's Rinnegan, and maybe use it for future considerations..."

This is why they strongly advocated sending Yuzhi and the other two to the front lines; after all, can a Sharingan truly counter a Sharingan?

What they feared most were those 'Madara Uchiha' types who pop up out of nowhere and land a critical blow on you.

The fourth stage shouldn't be the power of the Mangekyou Sharingan at all; these Uchiha are no Indra now, their bloodlines have already degenerated!

But at least figure out this guy's current condition, at least do some probing, at least make some attempts, right?

"That guy is our biggest opponent; to eliminate him we must understand his situation, right?"

The Third Hokage then offered words of comfort, truly believing that this war's problems were not great.

But as soon as the words left his mouth, he suddenly felt something was off, and he immediately turned to look at Obito.

He Jue was now seriously contemplating the matter; Obito was really unsettling him, and if this continues, who knows what will happen.

Actually, their worries weren't about Cloud Village anymore; although Leaf Village is not as strong as before, dealing with a single Cloud Village on its own, without other interferences, is still no problem.

Tsunade let out a light hum and, pressing the document in her hand onto the table, said irritably.

"It's fine, we can probe their situation." Obito also understood the stakes, but he truly wanted to know some details about Uchiha Haori.

"If you want me to research faster, let me go back instead of making me do these pointless tasks here."

After pondering, he decided to conduct a covert investigation on his own.

Nara Rikkyo honestly stood aside like a quail; he found it hard to interject in this conversation, though he was curious about Tsunade's side of things.

In the Hokage's office, Minato rubbed his forehead and whispered to the Third Hokage and Nara Rikkyo beside him, saying that the war now seemed the most troublesome matter to him.

"Understood, we'll have a good outcome."

At this point, his spirit was truly down; faced with such a mess, what could he do?

Even if he wanted to strangle Obito, he couldn't.

Obito's extremely serious He Jue, clearly resolved, and He Jue, looking at Obito like that, thought for a moment, smiled, and nodded.

He Jue, irritated by Obito's question, blurted out something, but as soon as the words left his mouth he froze, then stared intently at Obito.

He Jue muttered to himself, always feeling that Obito might end up killing himself; he only hoped that even if he did, he wouldn't leave a corpse behind, otherwise the future would be extremely difficult.

"Don't worry, Fourth Hokage, everything is proceeding methodically, and you don't need to worry too much; the front lines have Yuzhi and Ziraiye, they're fine."

"Absolutely not!"

"Perhaps he's just at the end of his strength now; such power can't be wielded by the Mangekyou Sharingan, he's just better at pretending." He Jue's mind was chaotic as he muttered.

"The Mangekyou Sharingan can't withstand such power?" Obito's gaze grew more distant: "Then he truly should be at the end of his strength now, right?"

Obito's eyes suddenly flashed slightly, as if he had grasped a key point!

In that instant, his already dark complexion darkened further; he merely tried to comfort Obito, but he couldn't easily overlook Obito.

But since Yuzhi had pushed Susanoo to its strongest stage, even if it still seemed slightly lacking, achieving that is astonishing!

"Then how could he manage it?"

Three years and another three, he had been ignored by his closest friends and beloved ones, becoming this Madara Uchiha for almost six years, yet to this day he remains unaccomplished.

Now his greatest regret is not having influenced Madara Uchiha earlier; he wishes he hadn't missed the chance.

He Jue stared at Obito for a long while; after a while, he finally spoke softly.

Having said that, he had already made a decision in his heart.

"So what exactly is going on?" Obito, not knowing what He Jue was thinking, murmured softly.

"Tsunade, how's your research going?"

"Well, I'm not sure; perhaps they used ZhuZhang's Senju cells?"

Obito's face also changed drastically; his hand had been broken countless times—if Yuzhi truly used his hand to reach this level, wouldn't that make him an enemy?

He would never admit this!

"Of course, I also believe it's impossible."

Even if we can't find anyone who can replace Obito, at least someone with a bit of talent, rational, capable of thinking, and not as crazy and dim‑witted as Obito should still be doable, right?

Hei Jue was originally still thinking of finding the current Indra, but the present Leaf Village—specifically Yuzhi—has already made him abandon that idea.

"We still need to conduct more investigation." Hei Jue was a bit flustered; he feared that if Obito continued like this, trouble would arise: "And they also have two other people!"

He also saw with his own eyes how exaggerated Madara Uchiha really is; he thought carefully about what would happen if that guy ran into the Leaf Village to run amok.

"Better not think about it."

He shook his head hard; he wouldn't even dare to imagine such a thing!

He didn't quite understand why Madara Uchiha, being so powerful back then, became a rogue ninja; could it really be an "evil Uchiha"?

Yuzhi isn't that abnormal, and he couldn't help but think how great it would be if Yuzhi had such power.

Obviously, the Third Hokage was thinking the same, but these matters seemed far more difficult than imagined.

"And even if we were to study it, you should give me a good sample!"

Tsunade might not know what others think; she now has a belly full of resentment.

"That bastard Yuzhi burned that arm with a single fire; I consider any result a success. What more do you expect from me?"

"Don't get the wrong idea; we don't blame you, we just hope for a better outcome."

The Third Hokage looked at his disciple's disgruntled face, immediately shook his head and comforted him aloud.

"You know, the current situation is far from trivial; Yuzhi and his group are probably our only hope."

"Hmph, I understand."

Tsunade let out a cold snort, but she still nodded seriously.

Since hearing the Third's reports from Grass Country, she realized for the first time what her gambling‑grandfather was really like…

Now that her grandfather is gone, Madara Uchiha has resurfaced and even wielded her grandfather's power, so she must find a way elsewhere.

Yuzhi is a very good candidate; he already possesses power beyond ordinary imagination, yet Tsunade sometimes can't help but think of her grandfather.

"Perhaps if my grandfather could come back to life, things would be a bit easier."

"Mm, indeed."

The Third Hokage offered no rebuttal; he again recalled the Impure World Reincarnation and was truly contemplating whether to summon a former Hokage for a trial.

"The First Hokage might find it hard to accept, but my teacher may, and my teacher's research ability is strong."

Knock, knock, knock—

Just as he was pondering, the Hokage's office door was knocked; Minato lifted his head, about to ask who it was, when the door was flung open.

Danzo entered with a cold expression, as if no one were there, causing everyone present to frown slightly.

"This is for you."

Danzo walked straight up to Minato, then tossed a document onto the table; facing Minato's puzzled gaze, he spoke.

"These are all intelligence from Cloud Village, gathered by Root over this period; the war can't be fought only head‑on, we can also strike from their rear."

"Just like your previous operation in Grass Country; if their rear is in chaos, the war's progress will speed up, which benefits us."

"Is that so?"

Minato stared at Danzo in a dumbfounded way, not knowing what to say for a moment.

He didn't like Danzo in his heart, and wouldn't hide that; moreover, he had always known there were rumors in Leaf Village, likely stemming from this guy's hand.

But looking at the intelligence in his hands, he fell silent; after a while he finally nodded.

"I will study it carefully; thank you, Danzo."

"If you're worried about your personnel casualties, these missions can be handed to my Root to carry out."

Danzo's expression remained icy as he calmly addressed Minato.

"The meaning of a ninja is to be a tool, to execute missions; your approach simply doesn't make sense."

"Danzo, times have changed; stop saying these things."

The Third Hokage, hearing that, almost choked, but immediately spoke to smooth things over.

For three years Danzo had been very honest; although some tasks continued, this honesty made the Third and others hope this old friend would "land safely."

Now, at this critical moment, Danzo stepping forward is good, but his ingratitude is truly a headache.

"Your proposal is good; we will consider it carefully, thank you for your effort, Danzo."

"Thank you for your effort."

Minato, seeing this, was too lazy to think further and simply nodded.

As for a raid inside Cloud Village, he was somewhat doubtful, since they could anticipate and began to prepare.

Now letting Root or even ANBU handle it—what's the difference from deliberately sending heads?

"Hmph, I advise you not to show mercy like a woman; I've endured far more war pain than you."

Danzo, though aware he wasn't appreciated, couldn't help but continue voicing his view.

"During wartime, ninjas shouldn't consider those so‑called warm feelings; any mission that can't be executed will cause accidents on the battlefield, you know."

Knock, knock, knock—

Danzo hadn't finished speaking when the door was knocked again, causing Danzo to frown, while the Third Hokage immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

He had already seen Minato's slightly unexpected expression; saying more to Danzo at this point, who knows what would happen!

"Come in."

The Third Hokage immediately spoke, and the door was quickly pushed open.

To everyone's surprise, the person who entered was an awkward‑looking Ziraiye!

"You"

"Teacher?"

"Ziraiye?"

Minato Namikaze, the Third Hokage, and Gong Shou stared in astonishment at the newcomer; even Tuan Zang was a little stunned at that moment.

Shouldn't this guy be commanding the front lines against the Cloud Village war? How did he suddenly appear in this damned place?

"Um, you all seem not very welcoming me?"

Ziraiye ran his hand over his white hair and asked in a slightly teasing tone, then straightened his expression and said very seriously.

"Everyone, the war is over."

"W-what?"

"I mean, the war—it's already over!"

Ziraiye's words left everyone present in a state of bewilderment and speechlessness; none of them could figure out what exactly had happened here.

After a long while, Minato Namikaze finally stood up quickly and asked, "Teacher Ziraiye, what exactly happened?"

"What happened? Naturally, someone ended the war," Ziraiye said as he walked to the Hokage's desk, his gaze turning toward the distant prison.

In the direction of the prison, Yuzhi, accompanied by Zhi Shui and Hikari, was bringing the Fourth Raikage and the Two-Tails jinchuriki over, escorted by a wooden man.

The ninja in charge of prison management stared dumbfounded at Yuzhi and the others' movements; for a moment, their minds seemed not to have caught up.

"Sir, this..."

"Isn't it obvious? The war is over."

Facing such a question, Yuzhi ignored the Fourth Raikage's angry gaze and smiled indifferently.

He then casually tossed the Fourth Raikage and the wooden man into separate cells, and only then turned and left.

Personally escorting those two guys over was a way to save face for them, and also out of concern that they might cause some mishap.

Even though the Fourth Raikage was fitted with a chakra-sealing restraint, the guy was simply too strong.

If he were to go berserk, it would surely not end easily.

"But, this guy's hand..."

Yuzhi glanced at the Fourth Raikage's empty right arm, then subtly glanced at Hikari standing behind with a nonchalant expression, and couldn't help pursing his lips.

Has Hikari been completely corrupted by me? Why is he now so quick to snap other people's hands?

And does the Fourth Raikage have this disaster destined for him, that even without Sasuke's intervention, his arm still couldn't be saved?

"Alright, leave their matters to you; we still have to report to the Hokage."

"Um, yes, sir."

The guarding ninja finally snapped out of his daze; each of them flushed bright red, clearly excited and agitated.

But their excitement was a silent provocation and mockery to the imprisoned Fourth Raikage.

"Why is this happening?"

The Fourth Raikage, his whole body wrapped in chakra-sealing restraints, felt his teeth grinding as if to crush them.

Recalling the colossal Susanoo, he couldn't help but wonder if Rock Village suffered the same defeat.

After all, facing such a terrifying opponent, anyone would only feel a deep sense of helplessness.

"And Leaf Village isn't the only one."

He glanced at his empty arm, then recalled Hikari's handsome face and the madness and cruelty that didn't match their pretty appearance, and a chill rose in his heart.

"Are all Uchiha Clan members like this?"

"Hmph, I was promised a quiet environment, yet more people keep coming in. What the hell are those Leaf Village bastards up to!"

Just as the Fourth Raikage was pondering, he suddenly noticed a short figure moving in the dim corner beside him.

Already irritated, he let out a cold snort and reflexively replied.

"Hmph, what bad luck, being locked up with a short pumpkin; I advise you not to disturb me, or else..."

Mid-sentence, the Fourth Raikage turned his head, and the other person looked up as well; at that moment, they both recognized each other's identities.

"Fourth Raikage?"

"Da Ye Mu?"

Both were momentarily stunned, and after glancing at the surroundings, they felt awkward with each other.

The Fourth Raikage truly hadn't expected that Da Ye Mu was lying beside him, and Da Ye Mu hadn't anticipated the Fourth Raikage's arrival either?

After a long silence, Da Ye Mu finally spoke softly, "What's wrong with you?"

The Fourth Raikage was silent for a moment, then muttered, "Met a madman, how about you?"

Da Ye Mu pursed his lips, then shook his head, "Met a lunatic."

After saying that, the cell fell completely silent. —

"Yuzhi, you all okay?"

"Why ask like that, is it about the eyes?"

"Yes, we've already heard Teacher Ziraiye, thank you for your effort."

Inside the Hokage's office, Minato Namikaze wore a face of ecstatic joy yet with a hint of guilt as he looked at Yuzhi and the two others.

Not only him, the others also gave similar looks; such gazes were tolerable for Yuzhi, but Zhi Shui and Hikari could barely contain themselves.

After throwing the Fourth Raikage into the prison, the three of them went together to the Hokage's office to give a briefing.

Actually, the three of them didn't want to do much briefing, so they sent Ziraiye alone over; but now it seems the situation is roughly the same.

Thinking carefully, it's understandable; after all, the commotion they caused this time was indeed considerable.

Earlier, Madara Uchiha shattered the Rock Village's main force, and later Yuzhi followed directly, which clearly indicates one thing.

Yuzhi definitely has the potential to become the "next Madara Uchiha", and he is a rational, thoughtful, and Leaf Village‑aligned Madara!

But the problem is, Yuzhi is not Madara; at least to outsiders, his eyes probably can't bear such a heavy burden, which led to the current scene.

"Actually it's fine, though the consumption did increase a bit."

Yuzhi glanced at the personnel around, noticing that everyone was present except the two advisors; even Tuan Zang was surprisingly in the office.

Actually, thinking carefully, Yuzhi and Tuan Zang really haven't had any direct encounter; the only time was after this guy attacked Zhi Shui and they met.

But that time Zhi Shui gave Tuan Zang a good scolding, and since then Tuan Zang seems to have withdrawn from Leaf Village's core circle; his shadow is absent from almost all meetings.

Now this guy suddenly appearing here actually makes Yuzhi feel a bit surprised.

It's just that Yuzhi is too lazy to bother with Tuan Zang; spending energy on someone like that is a waste of time, Yuzhi's time is precious.

Glancing at Shui Men and the others, Yuzhi thought for a moment and helplessly shook his head.

"Of course, the Sharingan's strain still exists, especially since I'm not Madara Uchiha."

"Is that really the case?"

The Third Hokage, with a cigarette holder in his mouth, was silent for a moment, then made a decision in his mind.

In fact, he could no longer hold himself together; he never expected Yuzhi could use Susanoo to that extent!

After hearing Ziraiye's account, everyone was already stunned; now, besides being glad he made the right decision back then, he is also thinking about how to maximize Yuzhi's power!

That's a Susanoo like Madara's, a hope for Leaf Village's rise, he cannot…

…cannot let it go by any means.

He stared seriously at Yuzhi, then asked in a low voice.

"Regarding the enhancement of your eyes, what are your thoughts?"

"You know, Leaf Village needs your power, the ninja world also needs your power, after all Madara Uchiha has truly appeared."

"So we need you; any request, or any idea you have, can be put forward."

It must be said, Madara Uchiha has truly inflicted an unimaginable psychological shadow on Leaf Village's elders; whenever something involves Madara…

…it's highly likely to get the green light, just like last time Yuzhi didn't think that much, and Leaf Village proactively handed a bunch of things to Yuzhi.

This made him both laugh and cry, and also decided to keep exploiting this, especially since Leaf Village's future is his; getting those things early is perfectly normal.

"Honestly, regarding improvement I have no real method, after all no one left much data back then."

Yuzhi simply opened up and went for it; the nonsense power had already been maxed out.

"But if we must say, perhaps someone has already given us an answer; remember senior Ziraiye said that Madara Uchiha can use Wood Release."

"Besides that, that lunatic who released the Nine-Tails also seems very proficient with Wood Release, so."

Hikari and Zhi Shui, after hearing Yuzhi's words, felt a bit unable to hold back; they don't quite understand why the Leaf Village loves giving so much?

Hikari and Zhi Shui, upon hearing Yuzhi's words, couldn't help but feel something; they don't quite understand why Leaf Village likes to give so much.

Of course, giving is also a good thing.

After all, they themselves possess Senju ZhuZhang's power; rationalizing it is perfect for them.

"Do you mean the key issue lies with my grandfather?"

Tsunade raised an eyebrow and immediately asked.

"I don't know either, but I'm just stating a fact."

Yuzhi shook his head, looked seriously at Tsunade, and spoke.

"After all, they can all use Wood Release, and as far as I know, the only person who can wield Wood Release is the First Hokage."

"Moreover, their eyes' stamina and durability are especially strong, so can I interpret that as the First Hokage's power?"

"Nonsense, meddling, you evil Uchiha brat, you're just trying to steal Wood Release's power!"

However, before Yuzhi could finish speaking, Tuan Zang couldn't hold back, leapt out and roared.

Tuan Zang knows Wood Release's power too well; after all, one of his arms already possesses Wood Release.

More importantly, he never expected Yuzhi to guess in one go the thing Orochimaru spent years researching.

After all, his arm also contains a Sharingan; he can feel Wood Release's boost to the Sharingan is not weak.

Even if it doesn't reach Mangekyou level, it still enhances the strength of those eyes!

He had been listening all along; when he heard Yuzhi admit his eyes aren't great, he felt a little joy.

But after this brat mentioned Wood Release's power, he realized he couldn't stay silent; he was glad he arrived in time, otherwise many things would have been dangerous!

If we truly investigate, he'll be in trouble.

"Tuan Zang, this is for the ninja world as well as for Leaf Village; I hope you exercise restraint."

Shui Men frowned; just as he was about to scold, the Third Hokage heavily pounded the table and shouted loudly.

"No more next times, understand?"

"Ri Zhan, you."

Tuan Zang's fists hardened; he didn't expect his righteous outcry to be treated like this, and the crucial thing is that Zhuan Qin Xiao Chun and Shui Tu Men Yan are not present.

And that bastard Ziraiye pretended not to hear, while Tsunade, the First Hokage's granddaughter, bowed her head in thought; how could Tuan Zang endure that?

"Yuzhi, you continue."

The Third Hokage ignored Tuan Zang's angry demeanor, looked at Yuzhi with a smile, but Yuzhi shook his head.

"Actually I've already said everything I wanted to say; this is just a guess, maybe it will work."

"I don't know if it works, but I do suspect the First Hokage's power can help the Sharingan."

"Is that so?"

The Third Hokage stroked his chin, then turned to Tsunade.

"What are you looking at me for? You never informed me when you did experiments before."

Tsunade let out a cold snort, then after pondering for a moment, she helplessly shook her head.

"Perhaps it can indeed be tried; that arm segment, though scorched by Yuzhi, I did detect my grandfather's cells inside."

"I can't be sure if my grandfather's power helps the Sharingan, but I must remind you that Leaf Village's previous experiments all failed."

"If we restart the experiment, and still conduct it here, I hope we proceed more cautiously, or obtain more of that lunatic's tissue."

"Only then can we conduct research more easily; I think nobody now wants Yuzhi to get into trouble, right?"

"We should indeed be careful, but this experiment must also be carried out."

The Third Hokage nodded in confirmation, then turned to look at Minato beside him, and after Minato pondered for a moment, he also nodded.

"Although it's quite rude, if it can save the ninja world, I would like to give it a try."

"Don't worry, it won't be overly rude."

Seeing Minato agree, the Third Hokage's smile grew even broader.

If this experiment succeeds and truly enhances Yuzhi's strength, then not only the ninja world, but at least Leaf Village will be safe!

Other villages are none of his business; he's the Hokage of Leaf Village, a Leaf Village ninja. As long as Leaf Village is fine, the destruction of other villages is even better.

Of course, to guarantee the experiment's success and also to keep this matter from seeming too much about power, I have another idea.

"It's time to summon the teacher!"

It's not the first time he's considered this issue, but after much thought he still feels something is off.

But now he's made up his mind; at worst, when his teacher is angry, he'll say a line—

"Teacher, you wouldn't want your decisions and judgments to cause unnecessary harm to Leaf Village, would you?"

"Then the teacher should compromise, right?"

"Isn't it just letting the Uchiha take power? Besides, Yuzhi is better than Kagami; Kagami even 'defected', while Yuzhi hasn't."

The Third Hokage reassured himself internally, then smiled and spoke.

"Then it's settled; we should now discuss the issue of Cloud Village and Rock Village."

"I think Cloud Village and Rock Village could consider forming an alliance, of course we also need to see their own thoughts."

Seeing the matter settled, Yuzhi couldn't help but smile and, following the Third's suggestion, said.

"After all, for the safety of the ninja world, it's fine if they refuse, and regardless of whether they ally, the necessary compensation can't be omitted."

"Yuzhi's proposal is good; whether they ally is irrelevant, what's important is that they must pay compensation, after all they caused such a huge mess."

Minato also didn't want to continue discussing the First Hokage's cells, and he immediately shifted the topic to post-war matters.

Ziraiye, the Third Hokage, and Tsunade also jumped straight into the topic, and even Nara Shikaku, who had been playing dead beside them and never dared to speak, spoke up now.

Only Danzo remained silent beside them, a flame burning inside him, and his fist clenched at that moment.

"We can't let this continue, or else I'll be finished!"

——

News of the Leaf Village war's end spread quickly throughout the village, and the news swept the entire ninja world like a raging whirlwind!

Although the war seemed somewhat anticlimactic, because Rock Village was inexplicably crushed, and Cloud Village shattered at the slightest touch.

Yet some details of this war kept being passed around, and for a time the entire ninja world became aware of several individuals.

One was the First Hokage, and the others were the three Yuzhi.

Rock Village was wiped out in the Land of Hot Springs by a thorough raid, and this left people utterly stunned; many even wondered if something was wrong with the incident.

After all, there was talk of war between Rock Village and Leaf Village, but in reality neither side declared war nor fought, so many people didn't focus much on it.

Consequently, few saw Madara Uchiha's battle details, and due to information blockades, they didn't even know who the combatants were!

But based on descriptions and later when someone investigated Grass Country, they were shocked to discover that this was not something humans could have done.

Looking at the canyon that resembled an abyss, looking at the shattered earth, all of this showed just how brutal this battle had become.

"What kind of power does the attacker possess, is this person a god?"

This question lingered in everyone's mind until they witnessed Yuzhi's performance in the Land of Hot Springs.

Cloud Village and Leaf Village dropped their pretenses and went all out, unlike in Grass Country where everyone, though they fought, kept it small-scale, spending most of the time in "mouth gymnastics".

Everything happening here best reveals the actual state of these two villages, and the spectators were completely terrified!

"Is that really a fucking human?"

This thought wasn't only held by the Cloud Village ninja who faced the three Yuzhi; the spectators were also stunned at that moment.

Watching Yuzhi manipulate a Shura-like chakra giant that flickered among the crowd, and seeing that giant finally transform into a deity-like being.

Not only there, similar chakra giants appeared in other areas, making them realize two things.

"Is this the power of the Uchiha?"

"Leaf Village this time will probably finally secure its position as number one in the ninja world, right?"

In fact, from observing post-war destruction and comparing earlier intelligence, the spectators could conclude that the three Yuzhi still couldn't match the mysterious Uchiha who acted in Grass Country.

But with such power, what's there left to fuss about?

Moreover, they couldn't help but start speculating, such as who the mysterious Uchiha that acted was.

Having witnessed the three Yuzhi's power, they couldn't help but wonder whether only the legendary "Ninja World Asura" Madara Uchiha could be stronger.

But the problem is, didn't this person die long ago?

"And if Madara Uchiha is even stronger than the three of them, then how powerful was Senju Hashirama, who could unite the Uchiha and become the First Hokage?"

The younger generation truly has no recollection of such legendary figures, but now they have to consider one thing.

What kind of power does the "Ninja World Stabilizer", the "God of the Ninja World" who shaped the village structures, actually possess?

Such speculation exists not only outside but also within Leaf Village.

Of course, regardless of the outcome of such speculation, everyone still has to look at the present.

And the three Yuzhi are now hailed as the "New Leaf Village Three Ninja"!

Their various stories spread throughout Leaf Village and the ninja world, and within Leaf Village, their reputation has reached a new pinnacle.

"Honestly, why are people spreading rumors all day? It might be Uchiha Ying's doing, but it's not mine."

At Yuzhi's home, Hikari rested his head on Yuzhi's leg on the sofa, reading a book and couldn't help but comment.

"Besides, even if the aftermath is my business, there's no need to exaggerate; it's blown out of proportion."

"Just get used to it; think back to how poorly I performed at school, and now I'm all about 'caring for classmates' emotions, deliberately going easy', right?"

Yuzhi rubbed Hikari's little head, he also laughed and said.

「Moreover, this is also a good thing, after all, having such prestige, many things don't need to be spoken by oneself。」

「Even if it's a bad thing, others will speak of it in a good direction; this is something I have been striving to do。」

Of course, Yuzhi also hopes that, by not doing bad things, people will speak well of him.

The Uchiha Clan's previous reputation was truly terrible; over these years, thanks to Yuzhi's efforts, it has continually improved, and now it has been pushed to a peak.

And the Uchiha Clan's people's broken nature makes them always be: 【The more you value me, the more you love me, the more I am willing to give my life for you.】

Conversely, the mindset 【If you betray me, then even if you're my best friend I will kill you】 is extreme, but also very Uchiha.

Yuzhi wants to become Hokage, naturally he wants this group to be honest and straightforward; although it was already enough before, who would think deepening this a bit more would be bad?

「However, your plan seems not to have been completed, and the arm wasn't sent out either。」

Hikari put down the book, looked up at Yuzhi, and she lightly laughed and asked.

「This way, you don't lose an opportunity, do you? 」

「It's nothing, worst case we let that lunatic take the blame again。」

Yuzhi shrugged indifferently, Obito attacked the Hyuga Clan, Hinata Hizashi was injured, Hikari or Shisui repelled Obito and got the arm, everything perfect!

「That guy really had bad luck running into you. 」

Hikari shook her head, then said amusedly.

However, Shisui might be having a rough time now; it's said that because of this so-called 'new Legendary Sannin', he has many people pursuing him.

Yeah, those girls aren't just ordinarily enthusiastic.

Speaking of this, Yuzhi couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth; he also felt that enthusiasm.

What expression do you have, could it be...

Hikari seemed to have installed a radar, instantly noticing that Yuzhi's mood was off.

What do you mean? I'm just thinking, if others knew that the 'goddess' they've been longing for is lying in my arms, what would their mindset be?

Yuzhi immediately shook his head, then lowered his head and drew close to Hikari.

Don't talk nonsense. What goddess or not, you're just spouting nonsense here.

Hikari rolled her eyes; her popularity in Leaf Village is now also somewhat high, and those who have witnessed her battles are even more devoted to her to the extreme.

That nonchalant manner of defeating the Fourth Raikage, coupled with her cool and arrogant attitude, strikes straight at people's hearts.

Of course, Leaf Village doesn't have such a saying as 'goddess'; this is just Yuzhi teasing Hikari.

In the world of the Hokage, there truly is a goddess, and that goddess is still sealed inside the moon.

Speaking of which, Shisui seems not so young; as Clan Leader, aren't you planning to help him arrange something?

Hikari shook her head, too lazy to get involved in outside affairs; she prefers being with Yuzhi and with friends.

However they talk outside, let them say what they will.

It doesn't matter; I won't interfere with whom he likes—isn't that personal freedom?

Yuzhi kissed Hikari's forehead, then smiled and said.

Well, just as I don't care whether our child will be a boy or a girl, is there any difference?

You bastard.

Hikari's face instantly turned red; she actually wanted to scold, 'Evil Uchiha brat, what are you thinking all day?' but after hesitating a moment she still didn't speak.

And Yuzhi noticed that Hikari seemed to have yielded; he immediately smiled and pursued the question.

Do you like boys or girls?

Or, how about we have two?

Or, shall we try now?

You evil Uchiha brat, you're going too far!

Meanwhile, while Yuzhi and Hikari were playing around, inside the Root base.

Danzo was staring coldly at the mysterious Uchiha who had suddenly appeared before him.