Chapter 44
"Just send my subordinates to cause a big commotion…"
The subordinates Obito referred to were the Ninjafrom the Hidden Mist Village who were under his control.
Many people were dissatisfied with the oppressive policies of the Hidden Mist Village.
Sending these people to Konoha, wouldn't that solve the problem?
Previously, wave after wave of people sent to their deaths were blocked by Uchiha Shisui, which ultimately made Uchiha Shisui famous as "Shunshin Shisui."
Currently, Uchiha Shisui was on the Kumogakurebattlefield and couldn't be in two places at once.
Isn't this a good opportunity?
"Oh, and the Akatsuki Organization's internal structure needs to be cleaned up as well…"
Through Itachi's incident, Obito quickly formulated a plan.
Within the Akatsuki Organization, most members were currently Nagato's subordinates. Their relationship with Nagato was relatively close.
It was time to insert his own pawns.
And to do this, eliminating Nagato's subordinates first was a necessary consideration.
"In the name of the Hidden Mist Village, hire Akatsuki members to assist in the plan to attack Konoha…"
Wouldn't that kill two birds with one stone?
On one hand, it could weaken Nagato's influence.
On the other hand, it could weaken the Hidden Mist Village, further reducing the number of troublesome individuals.
"Hehe… Obito is really bad~. I'll go contact Nagatoright away~!"
Black Zetsu's other half… the entirely pale White Zetsu, laughed.
Chapter 35. My Sister Can't Be This Cute!
Konoha, Uchiha Clan Compound.
Itachi stayed at home, closing his eyes and pondering.
The Daimyo's attack seemed like a memory from a long time ago. However, in reality… it had only happened half a day prior.
Anbu Squad Six took over the team and escorted the Daimyo back to the capital.
Due to the emergency, the visit to Konoha was thus halted.
The higher-ups listened to everyone's reports and waited for Anbu Squad Six to return.
Because of Tenma's death, the squad was temporarily disbanded.
Itachi rested at home, waiting for his next assignment.
"Brother~, you've completed your mission!"
At the entrance of the courtyard.
Itachi, sitting on the floor of the veranda, looked over.
His sister and mother, who had gone out to pay New Year's visits, had returned.
By then, it was already noon.
His sister, unaware of his mood, ran over cheerfully.
"It's time for lunch, Brother will eat lunch at home, right?"
"Mm."
Looking at his sister's smiling face, Itachi nodded slightly, and the various dissatisfactions in his heart seemed to calm down considerably.
"I'll go prepare lunch." His mother, Mikoto, walked towards the kitchen.
His sister, who was about to go help, suddenly turned back. After a moment, she took out a beautifully wrapped gift from her room.
Itachi initially thought his sister was going to give him a New Year's gift.
But his sister said, "Mom! Brother! I'm going out for a bit, I'll be back within an hour~!"
"Alright."
His mother's gentle voice rang out.
She always doted on her children like this… even to the point of being somewhat indulgent.
Itachi frowned slightly, implicitly blaming his mother for being irresponsible.
The war between Kumogakure and Konoha had begun. Even the Daimyo of the Land of Fire had been attacked, and within Konoha… there might even be hidden enemies who had infiltrated. What if something happened to his sister while she was out… "!"
Itachi immediately noticed the change in his own psychology.
From childhood, he had never complained about his parents.
But at this moment… "Is it because I activated my Sharingan?"
He rubbed his temples.
He looked up as his sister ran out of the courtyard.
Itachi took a deep breath and decided to personally protect his sister for a while.
Having gained the power of the Sharingan, he was completely different from before.
The source of power bloomed within his body; at this moment, he felt as if he could accomplish anything… Also.
Who was his sister planning to give the gift to?
"Could it be that Uzumaki Naruto my sister has talked about so many times?"
Itachi muttered, feeling a little uncomfortable.
"Perfect, I'll use this opportunity…"
I'll go see what kind of child he is… Hokage's Office.
The midday sun was somewhat cold.
The heavy snow that fell last night covered all of Konoha; looking out, it was a vast expanse of white.
Information on the first conflict between Kumogakure and Konoha had arrived from the front lines.
Both sides suffered casualties, and the first wave of attack ended temporarily with both sides retreating.
The four higher-ups actively adjusted their strategies.
Once the discussion was over, it was lunchtime, and they all stood up to leave.
"Hiruzen…" Danzo called out to him. "I looked at this year's Chunin Exams application roster, and Uchiha Itachi's name is still not there."
"This matter, I also find a bit strange."
Hiruzen Sarutobi turned around with an incredulous expression and walked back to his desk.
Uchiha Itachi had completed all academic tests within four months of entering the academy and was hailed as the greatest genius since Konoha's founding.
Yet, several years after graduation, he still hadn't qualified for the Chunin Exams.
This was very unreasonable.
"A Genin needs a Jonin Instructor's recommendation to apply for the Chunin Exams…"
This was Konoha's regulation.
Danzo spoke slowly.
"Itachi's Jonin Instructor is probably jealous of his talent, which is why he has repeatedly rejected Itachi's application proposals…"
Before Hiruzen could retort, Danzo raised a hand to interrupt him.
"I have concrete evidence."
Danzo pulled a document from his robes and slapped it down in front of Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"This isn't the first time that guy has done this… On the surface, there's nothing unusual, but deep inside, he harbors dark, inferior roots…"
Danzo's lips curled into a smile, watching Hiruzen Sarutobi's astonished expression.
"It's also possible for the higher-ups to directly nominate a certain Genin to participate in the Chunin Exams…"
Danzo directly stated what he intended to say.
To have Itachi bypass his unreliable Jonin Instructorand have his Ninja path progress decided directly by the higher-ups.
Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up the document, his brows furrowing more and more as he read.
Regardless, Root's investigations were absolute.
"I didn't expect you to go to such lengths for the Uchiha Clan…"
Hiruzen Sarutobi was puzzled.
How could Danzo, who usually slandered the Uchiha the most, suddenly change his tune?
"That's because I believe it would bury Itachi's talent, and for the Village… this would be an unacceptable and enormous loss…"
Danzo laughed, his face sinister and cold.
Uchiha Itachi.
He indeed possessed great talent and aptitude.
Such a person was perfectly suited to achieve his desires.
Uchiha against Uchiha, killing with a borrowed knife… The historical problems lingering since Konoha's founding would be severed in his hands… And the one to wield that butcher's knife was none other than Itachi.
Step by step, he would lead him into darkness.
Using him for his own purposes was the next thing to consider.
Danzo: "Then, it's decided. Let Itachi participate in the Chunin Exams held 'next week'…"
The biannual Chunin Exams were moved up.
Because of the outbreak of war on the front lines, it was necessary to prepare for contingencies, promote and fill a batch of Chunin in advance, so that the supply of troops would be continuous… Hyuga Clan Residence.
"Alright, I'm going home, goodbye~."
Naruto waved to everyone in the Hyuga Clan.
There was naturally a reason for him to rush home without even eating lunch.
"The house hasn't been cleaned yet, if guests come over and see the mess, they'll definitely be disgusted…"
Naruto spoke casually, but it gave Hyuga Natsu a bad premonition.
The Clan Leader of the Hyuga Clan had just received orders and had already led another portion of his clansmen to the front lines.
In these dangerous times.
Not to mention protecting Konoha, he should at least be a good home security guard… Narutothought.
"Cough, cough." Just then, Hyuga Hazuki started coughing.
"It's not cold when it snows, but it's cold when it melts… Aunt Hazuki, please go back inside quickly, lest you catch a cold…"
Naruto turned and waved, indicating his thoughtfulness.