[{"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-148":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},2349199,4591,"Chapter 148: Achieving a Hundred Years of Peace!","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-148",148,"\u003Cp>“Uh...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma saw everyone looking at him, cleared his throat, and said: “I was just thinking—if Lady Kushina could master the Nine-Tails’ power...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At these words, everyone was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately shook his head: “Genma, Itachi don’t understand—the Nine-Tails’ power is profoundly evil, the most terrifying of all Tailed Beasts.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even Lady Mito only seized a portion of the Tailed Beast’s power and never subdued the Nine-Tails.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Only the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan can subdue the Nine-Tails.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Uchiha clan’s power was a major reason the Leaf elders distrusted them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hiruzen Sarutobi did not say this outright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minato Namikaze glanced at Fujinaka Genma but said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew Fujinaka Genma possessed the Mangekyo Sharingan—controlling the Nine-Tails should not be an issue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his wife was pregnant now; attempting it recklessly carried unknown dangers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kushina Uzumaki agreed with Hiruzen Sarutobi: “The Third Hokage is right—the Nine-Tails’ power is deeply corrupting. It easily invades consciousness and twists thought. I cannot overcome it—only seal and suppress it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade and Jiraiya also opposed the idea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The notion was shelved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next, the group brainstormed how to prepare for possible attacks during Kushina Uzumaki’s childbirth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, they unanimously decided on a grand deception.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They deliberated until nightfall, even eating dinner in the office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the plan was finalized and details refined, Fujinaka Genma named it: The Trap of Fate!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiraiya and the others stared blankly at the codename, but it didn’t matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Hiruzen Sarutobi asked: “Minato, Genma—about Uchiha Shuichi, have Itachi decided whether to inform the Uchiha clan?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma and Minato Namikaze exchanged glances and instantly agreed. Minato Namikaze said: “We must notify Clan Leader Fugaku. We need Uchiha strength, but we cannot let them become our full enemies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma nodded: “Also, regarding the three-tomoe Sharingan—we don’t know how many Uchiha Shuichi still has.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“According to records, he already awakened the two-tomoe before. Let’s assume he’s now activated the three-tomoe—meaning he still has at least one chance to use Izanagi.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, everyone’s mood grew heavier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A technique that turns all adverse circumstances into illusions, reversing life and death briefly—this ocular art was maddening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was essentially immortality within a limited timeframe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then the three-tomoe Sharingan must be officially recorded!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Said Hiruzen Sarutobi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Preventing Uchiha clan members from possessing three-tomoe Sharingan outside the village is impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We cannot kill every Uchiha with a three-tomoe Sharingan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting lasted until deep into the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma, Minato Namikaze, and Hiruzen Sarutobi began assigning personnel to negotiate with the Rain Village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had to admit—himself and Minato Namikaze were far less seasoned and shrewd than Hiruzen Sarutobi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Itachi don’t seize power, having an elder around truly is a treasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, to show seriousness and respect for Hanzo, this negotiation delegation would be led by Hiruzen Sarutobi, with Uchiha Fugaku as deputy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neither Fujinaka Genma nor Minato Namikaze could afford to leave the Leaf Village lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, considering the hidden threat of Akatsuki, Fujinaka Genma would include his own Shadow Clone in the delegation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The delegation also included members of the Hyuga clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Hyuga delegation to the Rain Village was scheduled for January 5th, Year 47 of the Leaf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>January 3rd, Year 47 of the Leaf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Root headquarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Shisui personally escorted Uchiha Fugaku inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma, lowering his head to read documents, looked up and smiled: “Clan Leader Fugaku, please sit.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku sat down. Yamato served tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma waited until Uchiha Fugaku took a sip before speaking directly: “I asked Itachi here because a matter concerns the Uchiha clan—and its confidentiality level is extremely high.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku immediately recalled his previous conversation with Fujinaka Genma, his expression tightening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Shisui, standing guard at the door, also tensed involuntarily: “What matter concerning the Uchiha could require such solemnity from both Genma-sama and the Clan Leader?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma sipped his tea: “I’ve found the man who stole Obito’s Sharingan—his name is Uchiha Shuichi.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These words sent shockwaves through Uchiha Fugaku and Uchiha Shisui.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Setting down his cup, Fujinaka Genma looked at Uchiha Fugaku, whose face was visibly shaken and speechless: “I’m deeply sorry—I did not recover Obito’s eyes. That Mangekyo Sharingan is extremely powerful.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And he used Izanagi.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clan Leader Fugaku, Itachi understand the power of Izanagi, correct?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku nodded gravely: “It turns all unfavorable circumstances into illusions—even death itself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stated this openly because he was certain Fujinaka Genma already knew the secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma nodded: “One of Obito’s Mangekyo abilities is spatial—allowing him to shift his body into another dimension, making attacks pass through him, but also preventing him from harming others.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Though much intelligence is still missing, Clan Leader Fugaku, I must stress—there is an eighty-nine percent chance Uchiha Shuichi was trained by Uchiha Madara.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku could no longer remain composed: “Impossible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Shisui, at the door, nearly cried out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Yamato was shaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was too shocking!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How could someone from that era...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku could not believe it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Nothing is impossible. But right now, Uchiha Madara is irrelevant—what matters is Uchiha Shuichi and the Sharingan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma spoke firmly: “Using Izanagi consumes one three-tomoe Sharingan. The Uchiha clan must be vigilant.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did not reveal the Rinnegan’s existence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank Itachi for the warning, Leader Genma!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku bowed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did not believe Uchiha Madara was alive and had trained Uchiha Shuichi—but he believed the rest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need for thanks.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma shook his head: “To me, the Uchiha are also members of the Leaf—people I must protect.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Therefore, I intend to reform the Security Force.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The rift between the Uchiha and the village is longstanding. We must resolve it gradually—cannot give enemies an opening.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Security Force intensifies the Uchiha’s alienation. It must be broken—cannot let villagers vent all their resentment on Uchiha enforcers.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Moreover, the Leaf’s outer defenses require Uchiha strength.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Confining all Uchiha power to the Security Force is a complete waste of strength!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku did not answer immediately—he pondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From Fujinaka Genma’s words, he understood: the goal was to end the Uchiha’s monopoly over the Security Force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trade-off: the Leaf’s first line of defense would open to the Uchiha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Security Force’s authority was considerable—it granted the Uchiha great prestige.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he knew Fujinaka Genma was right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Uchiha’s role in the Security Force made them deeply unpopular.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So—was this trade worth it for the Uchiha?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They would lose absolute control over the Security Force, but gain expanded influence and ease tensions with the village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pros and cons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Uchiha Fugaku’s contemplation, Fujinaka Genma added: “The village encourages inter-clan marriages, but never wishes to dissolve the clans entirely—like the Senju vanished. That would harm the village’s overall interests.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clan Leader Fugaku, we must trust each other to solve problems step by step—and preserve the Uchiha clan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma raised the stakes: “We’ve confirmed Uchiha Shuichi will target the village—and steal the Nine-Tails.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Itachi understand—this will drag the Uchiha clan deeper into the abyss.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And, Clan Leader Fugaku—Itachi already possess the Mangekyo Sharingan, don’t Itachi?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These final words shattered Uchiha Fugaku’s composure. The usually calculating man stared at Fujinaka Genma in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Shisui, guarding the door, felt his heart leap to his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clan Leader Fugaku possessing the Mangekyo is good news for the village—it means greater strength.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma’s tone was gentle: “When I saved Obito, he activated his three-tomoe right before me. I know his potential well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If I feared Uchiha power, I would have killed him then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shisui also has great potential—I believe he will awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And Sasuke—a child with immense potential too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For me, the village’s strength must grow as much as possible—only then can I realize my ideals.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku regained his composure and asked, “What is Genma’s ideal?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Shisui by the door, and Yamato standing nearby wearing a mask, both felt curiosity stir within them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps he wants to become Hokage?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them guessed almost simultaneously in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My ideal...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma smiled, his gaze suddenly deepening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I intend to become the Fifth Hokage—surely no one will object?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uchiha Fugaku, Uchiha Shisui, and Yamato all nodded instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had he been old enough, he might already have been the Fourth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among his peers, none could compare—he is also the Fourth’s disciple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I remember that when the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, and Uchiha Madara first founded the Hidden Leaf, their goal was to keep children off the battlefield—that will be my first objective when I become Hokage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To achieve this goal, we must end every great ninja war that erupts periodically.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three men present all felt a sudden jolt in their spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yamato pondered how to end the war, while Uchiha Fugaku and Uchiha Shisui had already understood Genma’s unspoken meaning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What is the root cause of ninja world conflicts?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It is not hatred—it is interest!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hashirama Senju once balanced the interests of all sides to end the Warring States era.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Uchiha Fugaku and Uchiha Shisui sensed the scent of war in Genma’s words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Force!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I hope we, this generation, resolve this issue—at least secure a hundred years of peace for those who come after us!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujinaka Genma spoke with iron resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>",1543,"2026-06-21T02:29:34.312Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","7a33cf302275eef3299d9dbfc93f24d78955e95eec8bd4d533d41ba6bedc7982","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-149","starting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-chapter-147",157,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-off-with-horse-and-sword-in-konoha-cover.jpg"]