The Man Who Ignited the Uchiha Clan's Ambition

Chapter 42: The Man Who Ignited the Uchiha Clan's Ambition

"What is that?"

"A green giant?"

A wave of gasps arose from the audience!

The final match of the Chunin Exam was proving to be full of unexpected turns.

The spectators, who had initially believed Akihara Kagura's Wood Dragon was unmatched, were now witnessing a jade-green, half-body giant appear in the arena and slice the Wood Dragon in half!

Everyone present stared intently at the situation unfolding in the arena. They soon saw two figures within the translucent shell of the jade-green giant.

Uchiha Itachi.

Uchiha Shisui.

Without needing much speculation, many had already understood what was happening. After all, most ninja in Konohagakure had heard of Uchiha Shisui's name.

"So it was Uchiha Shisui who saved Uchiha Itachi?"

"That green giant, is that Uchiha Shisui's technique? I didn't expect Uchiha Shisui to possess such a jutsu!"

Compared to the less discerning common folk, some recognized Shisui's technique. Many within the Uchiha Clan itself knew the name of this jutsu!

"The legendary... Susanoo!"

"The highest realm of the Sharingan's bloodline limit, a technique only achievable by awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan... Shisui had already mastered Susanoo!"

The morale of the entire Uchiha Clan surged!

Initially, these Uchiha had been awestruck by Akihara Kagura's Wood Style Ninjutsu. When Uchiha Itachi was on the verge of defeat, they had felt a complete loss of future for their clan. But now, hope had suddenly reignited in their hearts!

So what if Konohagakure had gained another Wood Style user? The Uchiha Clan possessed the Mangekyo Sharingan, capable of countering Wood Style!

"Is this... the power of the Mangekyo Sharingan?"

Uchiha Itachi gazed in astonishment at the jade-green Susanoo, then at his friend who had saved him from peril. He couldn't help but slowly lower his head.

In that very moment...

Uchiha Itachi had almost believed he would die there.

However, just as the Wood Dragon was about to strike, Uchiha Shisui suddenly appeared beside him, activating Susanoo to block the Wood Dragon's attack.

"Shisui... you shouldn't have saved me."

As a child who had always been adept at thinking, and with Uchiha Shisui's guidance, Uchiha Itachi was already acutely aware of the internal conflicts between the clan and Konoha.

The impact of Susanoo was immense.

Many within the Uchiha Clan believed in the power of the Mangekyo Sharingan and Susanoo. Shisui's Susanoo would undoubtedly reignite their ambitions!

"Itachi, what are you talking about?"

Uchiha Shisui gently stroked Uchiha Itachi's head and explained with a smile, "You're like a younger brother to me. How could I possibly stand by and watch all this happen?"

Uchiha Shisui then looked up at the sky. "Besides, maybe I was just worried. I thought I saw that kid's attack falter. Did you use genjutsu on him?"

"Mm..."

Uchiha Itachi slowly nodded, the three tomoe Sharingan in his eyes glowing red. He whispered, "In that moment, I used my Sharingan to cast genjutsu on Akihara Kagura, but it seemed to have no effect..."

"No, it was effective."

Akihara Kagura's voice echoed from above.

The Wood Dragon's body slowly disintegrated, transforming back into vines that fell to the ground.

Seeing the threat eliminated, Uchiha Shisui's towering Susanoo also slowly dissipated. He looked curiously at Akihara Kagura, who was descending on the vines.

"At least your genjutsu almost got you killed."

Akihara Kagura looked at Uchiha Itachi, frowning. "When the examiner told me to stop the fight, I was planning to pause and properly savor the fear on your face. Instead, I fell into your genjutsu and lost control of the Wood Dragon..."

"..."

Uchiha Itachi's eyes held a hint of bewilderment.

"Hahahaha..."

Uchiha Shisui couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"..."

Akihara Kagura said no more. What he had said was, of course, a lie.

With so many spectators in the audience for this Chunin Exam, Akihara Kagura didn't believe he could kill Uchiha Itachi on the spot. Even if he managed to kill Itachi, what significant benefit would that bring?

It might even draw the attention of Uchiha Shisui.

Akihara Kagura subtly glanced at Uchiha Shisui. This person appeared harmless, yet he might be the most dangerous individual present to him.

Memories from his past life provided one piece of information...

Uchiha Shisui's Mangekyo Sharingan could cast a unique genjutsu.

Kotoamatsukami.

Kotoamatsukami, the effect of the jutsu is truly astonishing, capable of permanently altering a person's will, easily turning them into the caster's puppet.

Fortunately.

This genjutsu, Kotoamatsukami, has a cooldown period of over a decade, so Uchiha Shisui dared not use it rashly. He would only reserve the jutsu for crucial moments.

Naturally.

If Akihara Kagura were to act with utter disregard in Konohagakure, showing even the slightest attitude that endangered Konohagakure's safety, Uchiha Shisui would not hesitate to use Kotoamatsukami on him…

This is a dangerous person.

This is a dangerous jutsu.

These are dangerous eyes.

Because anyone who obtains Uchiha Shisui's Mangekyo Sharingan can use the Kotoamatsukami genjutsu within those Mangekyo Sharingan eyes. Anyone could potentially use Kotoamatsukami on Akihara Kagura, and even just one Kotoamatsukami Sharingan would suffice.

Therefore, no one should be allowed to obtain the Kotoamatsukami Sharingan, not even Uchiha Shisui, the owner of these Mangekyo Sharingan eyes…

Uchiha Shisui is not someone who can protect his own eyes. Furthermore, bound by the mindset of the ninja world, Uchiha Shisui would never realize the immense trouble these eyes could cause to this ninja world if they fell into the hands of someone with ulterior motives.

Those who favor such despicable methods, once they learn of Kotoamatsukami's true capabilities, will absolutely not let go of the opportunity to obtain it.

Akihara Kagura is not that kind of person.

This method of forcibly altering another's will using Kotoamatsukami, thereby compelling them to obey orders, is simply too crude.

"Uninteresting."

Akihara Kagura slightly lowered his head.

"..."

Uchiha Itachi was somewhat at a loss.

Does this guy find fighting me boring?

"Alright, alright."

Uchiha Shisui patted Uchiha Itachi's shoulder and said with a smile, "Don't mind the outcome for now. You two youngsters have a long future ahead of you!"

After comforting Uchiha Itachi, Uchiha Shisui looked hopefully at Akihara Kagura. "You both possess powerful Kekkei Genkai. Just as the First Hokage Hashirama Senju and his friend Madara Uchiha founded Konohagakure together, I hope you and Itachi can train diligently together in the future and jointly protect Konohagakure's future..."

"Yes..."

Uchiha Itachi always listened to Shisui's teachings.

"Then, I hope you'll work hard to protect Konohagakure."

Akihara Kagura nodded as he looked at Uchiha Itachi.

Compared to Genma Shiranui, who could only shout to stop the fight, Uchiha Shisui now felt more like an examiner.

However…

Uchiha Shisui was still too naive.

In this Chunin Exam, Uchiha Shisui's use of Susanoo to stop Akihara Kagura's Wood Dragon had completely ignited the Uchiha Clan's ambition.

Susanoo can counter the First Hokage's Wood Release?

Can it not also counter the Konoha higher-ups like the Third Hokage?

Someone lit a pile of dry straw with their own hands, yet forgot they had no ability to extinguish it, unless they were willing to sacrifice their life to put out the fire they started…

Second update

Let me think about the uses of Kotoamatsukami…

What if a genjutsu that doesn't cause one to lose themselves to power is sealed within Kotoamatsukami? Does anyone have any suggestions?