[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha":3,"chapter-starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-133":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Starting Off with Horse and Sword in Konoha",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2349184,4591,"Chapter 133","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-133",133,"\u003Cp>Naruto Uzumaki did not see Itachi Uchiha, and Fujinaka Genma felt no surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku and others knew the test’s content, but not all of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This final task could be considered a hidden mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was, to find the man impersonated by Fujinaka Genma’s shadow clone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, even if this task was not completed, the test still counted as passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if completed, the evaluation would rise significantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aside from Hyuga Hiashi, the others were badly injured, but medical ninja had been prepared in advance, so they rushed forward to treat them as soon as they emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hyuga Hiashi and others kept glancing toward the Forest of Death, and the frequency of their glances increased with time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone could sense that Hyuga Hiashi and the others were not pleased about passing the test.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This atmosphere was not hard to guess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, everyone was still worried about Itachi Uchiha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Hiruzen Sarutobi said to Uchiha Fugaku: “It seems Itachi performed exceptionally well and has won everyone’s approval.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku’s emotions were complex—concerned, yet proud; stirred inside, yet before Hiruzen Sarutobi’s praise, he kept a solemn face and replied humbly: “This is all due to the efforts of the Fourth Hokage, the Third Hokage, and Leader Genma. Still, Itachi needs much more learning.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who says the Uchiha clan can’t handle social grace? This compliment came naturally enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma smiled inwardly, yet said aloud: “Chief Fugaku, no need for modesty—Itachi is outstanding; I tested him personally.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He is already capable of standing alone.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuowan ，Fujinaka Genma turned to Hyuga Hiashi, “Of course, others performed well too, especially Hyuga Hiashi—he did excellently.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He truly did think Hyuga Hiashi was impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku had furrowed his brow—this test had granted Itachi Uchiha great prestige, but if he failed, the effect would be greatly diminished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma also frowned slightly—had he made the task too difficult?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the time was up!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Time…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma opened his mouth, but before his words could finish, a figure landed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Itachi!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Tomo and others cried out, then burst into joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma looked over and saw Itachi Uchiha supporting a man—the very Daomeidan  he had hidden away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, timing that precisely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma glanced at Minato Namikaze and Hiruzen Sarutobi—let them judge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze and Hiruzen Sarutobi exchanged a look, then conferred with Fujinaka Genma; after a long while, they announced: “Itachi Uchiha—S-rank evaluation!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hyuga Hiashi—A-rank evaluation!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uchiha Tomo—B-rank evaluation!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Kakashi Hatake—B-rank evaluation!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>……\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One name after another was called, each given an evaluation; different evaluations meant different assignments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And though Itachi Uchiha and Hyuga Hiashi played an absolutely critical role—without them, the team would have collapsed the moment division arose—the test would have failed—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regardless, everyone’s performance already demonstrated the initial success of the Root reform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, after the test ended, the Hidden Leaf’s high command held a meeting, discussed collectively, and ultimately confirmed that the Root reform would continue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This also became Fujinaka Genma’s strongest support for further restructuring Root.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the forty participants in this test, Fujinaka Genma and Minato Namikaze discussed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Split evenly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half to Root, half to the Hokage’s direct Anbu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Genma, give me Hyuga Hiashi!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the meeting ended, back in the Hokage’s office, Minato Namikaze immediately said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew Fujinaka Genma intended to target the Uchiha clan, so he did not ask for Itachi Uchiha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Minato Namikaze snatch a man, Fujinaka Genma could only stare blankly and spread his hands: “Master Minato, Itachi already have Kushina helping Itachi—leave Hiashi to me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Look at how young I am, how heavy my workload—I need a capable assistant.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze smiled: “Itachi is already yours.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma immediately shook his head: “Itachi is unsuited for administrative duties.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze sighed helplessly. At that moment, the door opened; they turned to see Jiraiya entering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master Jiraiya!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Teacher Jiraiya!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Fujinaka Genma and Minato Namikaze were pleasantly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Has Tsunade returned?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma asked quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course—I am the Toad Sage, Jiraiya!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiraiya boasted, smugly beaming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Jiraiya, will Itachi die if Itachi don’t brag?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s voice came from behind; Jiraiya’s smile froze slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tsunade!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma called out; Tsunade stepped forward, her cheeks flushed, as if she’d just drunk sake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I heard Itachi’re engaged to Mio—congratulations!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade looked at Fujinaka Genma, then shifted tone, raising her fist: “But if I find out Itachi’ve mistreated her, Itachi’ll die a very ugly death.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma could only grimace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze grimaced too—today clearly wasn’t the day for work talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s return was good news—it meant their side’s strength had grown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But… Tsunade’s blood phobia…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze looked concerned, then glanced at Fujinaka Genma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm—Genma should have a solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After some casual chatter, Jiraiya suddenly changed expression and said: “I went to the Land of Rain—the Akatsuki’s trail has vanished.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Through certain means, I’ve confirmed that child, Minato, is dead.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As for Nagato and Konan… they may…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiraiya didn’t finish, looking at Fujinaka Genma: “Genma, do Itachi think the one who stole the Rinnegan and the one who stole Obito Uchiha’s Sharingan are the same person?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Fujinaka Genma could answer, Tsunade spoke: “The Land of Rain… those three children?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I told Itachi not to meddle.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade snorted, but her expression carried deep sorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma ignored Tsunade and said: “Minato’s death is tied to our Hidden Leaf—originally, Danzō led Root in a joint attack with Hanzo against the Akatsuki.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiraiya and Tsunade both gasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This matter was unknown even to Minato Namikaze and the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi before Fujinaka Genma took over Root.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Hidden Rain Village, it was also a highly classified event—every Rain Ninja present, except Hanzo, had been killed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unless Jiraiya obtained intelligence from Hanzo, he could not possibly know the Hidden Leaf had been involved in Minato’s death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Danzō joined because he didn’t want the war with the Stone Village to end—he wanted to ally with Hanzo, while the Akatsuki advocated peace and got in the way.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, there may have been more reasons.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma spoke with deep implication: “If Danzō had witnessed the power of the Rinnegan…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Remember, when he ambushed me, he used an Uchiha Sharingan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“On his corpse, we didn’t just find Sharingan eyes—we also found… the power of the First Hokage!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade was now completely sober, her face pale, fists clenched: “Danzō… damn him!”\u003C\u002Fp>",1059,"2026-06-21T02:29:34.312Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","84b8e9ec1247f54f81f7aec9afa79a2be0c6ea3bd662e680efd8ff8f0745ed57","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-134","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-132",157,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-cover.jpg"]