The shinobi of Iwagakure had already noticed the catastrophe unfolding at the Tsuchikage's office.
"An invasion! The Tsuchikage is under attack! Protect Lord Ōnoki!"
Alarms blared throughout the village, cutting through the air like a physical blow. Within moments, the Hidden Stone Village was plunged into total chaos as squads of ninja raced toward the source of the destruction.
At the center of the storm, Ōnoki stared up at the impossible titan and sank to his knees. "What... what have I done?"
The sheer scale of the Susanoo had finally shocked him back to his senses.
This wasn't Uchiha Madara standing before him—the ghost of his past had vanished, replaced by the reality of the massive, spectral warrior and Isamu, who stood calm and commanding within its crystalline core.
The arriving reinforcements didn't hesitate. Seeing their leader in danger, they unleashed a barrage of high-level Ninjutsu against the giant.
* Earth Release: Earth Dragon Bullet!
* Earth Release: Rock Iron Cannon!
* Earth Release: Earth Rising Spear!
A storm of stone and chakra slammed into the Susanoo, but Isamu watched the assault with an indifferent gaze.
"Attacks of this caliber cannot hope to pierce the Susanoo's defense," Isamu murmured. "Since you've chosen to make your move, do not blame me for what follows."
At his command, the Susanoo condensed two gargantuan blades of pure chakra in its hands. With a single, fluid motion, Isamu swung the blades toward the village.
BOOM! Each strike unleashed a shockwave of blade energy that carved fifty-meter-long furrows into the earth. Streets were split open, houses were leveled instantly, and dozens of ninja were caught in the crossfire, their lives snuffed out in a heartbeat.
Isamu continued his systematic reaping, the surrounding landscape collapsing into ruin under the weight of his power.
Seeing his village being torn apart and his people slaughtered while they bravely charged forward, the paralyzing fear that had gripped Ōnoki began to recede. It was replaced by a burning, desperate resolve.
As the Tsuchikage, am I really less courageous than these subordinates who are laying down their lives? Ōnoki thought, his eyes sharpening. I will not fear this shadow any longer!
"Iwagakure will not fall!" Ōnoki roared, gathering every ounce of his chakra as he launched himself into the air.
"Leaf Shinobi, stay your hand! Earth Release: Ultra-Added-Weight Rock!"
Ōnoki coated his fist in a layer of magically densified stone, increasing its mass to that of a mountain.
Catching Isamu off guard, he delivered a devastating punch to the Susanoo's chest, the impact sending the massive construct sliding back several hundred meters.
"It's the Tsuchikage! Lord Ōnoki is fighting back!" The crowd of stone ninja let out a thunderous cheer, their morale surging at the sight of the giant being pushed back.
Isamu steadied the Susanoo and turned his gaze toward the floating old man.
"Not bad, Ōnoki. You've finally found your spine."
"Leaf Shinobi!" Ōnoki bellowed, his voice echoing through the ruins. "Are you trying to ignite a world war between the Land of Earth and the Land of Fire?"
"A war is unnecessary," Isamu replied, halting his next attack. "My purpose today was simply to remind you not to overreach. Don't meddle where you don't belong."
"If you don't want war, then stop this madness at once!" Ōnoki gestured to the wreckage around them, his teeth gritted in fury.
"Isn't the blood you've spilled and the homes you've destroyed enough?"
"Lord Tsuchikage, we can't let him leave!" a ninja cried out from the rubble. "He murdered our brothers! He must pay in blood!"
"Enough! All of you, be silent!" Ōnoki barked, his voice silencing the dissenters.
"Have we not lost enough already? Do any of you truly believe we have the strength to bring him down?"
The ninja lowered their heads, their faces twisted in resentment, but they remained silent. They knew the Tsuchikage was right.
"I will cease all expansion into other territories," Ōnoki said, his eyes fixed on Isamu. "What say you, Leaf Ninja?"
"Since you're being sensible, I'll take my leave," Isamu said. He didn't forget to add a parting threat:
"There's no need for me to manifest the Perfect Susanoo today. Let's keep it that way."
Ōnoki's heart skipped a beat at the mention of the "Perfect" form, realizing the titan before him hasn't even showed his true power.
"Then the ceasefire holds. Leave the Land of Earth immediately. You are never welcome here again."
"Tch. Who would want to stay in such a godforsaken place?" Isamu remarked dryly.
"Wait!" Ōnoki called out as Isamu prepared to vanish.
"Give me your name."
Isamu looked down at the sea of angry faces.
"What? Planning your revenge? Fine. Remember it well: my name is Uchiha Isamu, son of Madara and your eternal nightmare.
If you ever feel like seeking retribution, I'll be waiting."
Uchiha Isamu... Son of Madara Uchiha, Ōnoki thought bitterly. No wonder he possesses such monstrous strength.
(A/N. In og he doesn't know mc is the son of Madara, i just add it coz it sounds cooler)
Aloud, he said viciously, "I will be reporting this incident to Hiruzen Sarutobi. You will answer to your Hokage for this."
"Suit yourself," Isamu shrugged. "I doubt he'll have much to say to me."
Isamu knew what Ōnoki was thinking—that the Hokage would punish him. But Isamu was beyond the reach of village politics.
If pushed too far, he would simply take the Hokage's seat for himself. Without another word, he activated Kamui, his body swirling into a void until he vanished completely.
"Hmph... I don't believe you're as untouchable as you claim," Ōnoki muttered to the empty air.
"Even if I can't break you, I will make sure Konoha loses its greatest weapon. This grudge will not be forgotten." He then turned to his stunned subordinates.
"What are you all staring at? Move! Start cleaning up this mess!"
In the wake of the battle, the name "Isamu the Asura" spread like wildfire through Iwagakure. Ōnoki issued a standing order: any ninja encountering Uchiha Isamu in the field was permitted to abandon their mission immediately without penalty.
Meanwhile, Isamu was several thousand miles away. Using Kamui to bridge the distance, it took him less than an hour to return to the Land of Hot Springs.
When he pushed open the door to the infirmary, Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru all looked up in surprise.
"Big Brother Isamu! You're back!" Jiraiya exclaimed.
"Did you finish off the stragglers?"
"Yeah," Tsunade added softly, a faint blush on her cheeks. "Your shadow clone vanished a while ago, and we... well, we were worried something happened."
Orochimaru merely observed, his eyes glinting with curiosity. He wasn't surprised Isamu had returned; he knew the gap between Isamu and the enemy was like heaven and earth.
Isamu rubbed the back of his neck awkwardly. If I told you I just flattened the Hidden Stone Village, you'd probably faint.
"It was nothing," he said aloud. "Just a few small fry. Dealing with them was simple enough.
Tōwa entered the room just then, beaming. "Lord Isamu! Are you still looking after your teammates?"
Tōwa had no idea Isamu had even left the country. He saw the young man as the ultimate savior.
"Tōwa, the mission is officially over," Isamu said. "Arrange some food for me and a place to sleep. I've had a long day and I need to rest for a few days."
"Of course! You're a hero here," Tōwa said happily. "The Land of Hot Springs will provide you with the best we have!"
After a heavy meal, Isamu collapsed onto his bed. He stared at the ceiling, his mind finally slowing down. Iwagakure is going to be a massive headache once the news hits Konoha. I might as well enjoy the peace while it lasts.
Before drifting off into a deep, dreamless sleep, one last thought crossed his mind: On the way back to the village, I should probably teach Jiraiya the Rasengan. I won't have the time once the elders start breathing down my neck.
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