Hokage Decision That Will Never Be Changed!

The Rain Country.

Akatsuki Base.

When Shirou Emiya brought Anko Mitarashi back to the Akatsuki Base, Anko Mitarashi had already pretended to have joined Orochimaru in order to assassinate him.

This was a rare opportunity for her.

She doesn't care if she has to leave Konoha temporarily, as long as she can kill Orochimaru, her missing-nin teacher, she can clear her name of the humiliation she has been wronged by!

Anko Mitarashi's eyes became bright and piercing, and a sweet yet dangerous smile often appeared on her face, making her look like she really wanted to kill the teacher who abandoned her!

She's a troublesome woman.

However, this was ultimately just Orochimaru's problem.

"I will arrange for you to monitor Orochimaru."

Shirou Emiya's arrangement was simple and straightforward, showing no concern whatsoever about how much trouble Anko Mitarashi might cause Orochimaru in the future. "The rest of the opportunities are up to you."

"Rest assured."

"I will definitely kill him!"

Anko Mitarashi squinted her eyes.

This woman seems to genuinely believe she can assassinate Orochimaru.

Certainly.

This illusion reached its peak when Anko Mitarashi met Orochimaru, because when Shirou Emiya brought Anko Mitarashi to see Orochimaru's expression was really not good, even his face was so gloomy and ugly that it looked like it was about to drip water.

"I don't think I need to introduce you, do I?"

Shirou Emiya gazed at the reunited master and disciple, and said softly, "Orochimaru, our future ally who will help us steal information from Konoha; Anko Mitarashi, the person who will be responsible for monitoring Orochimaru on behalf of me and Akatsuki."

"Long time no see, Orochimaru —Sensei."

When Anko Mitarashi Orochimaru Orochimaru, she imitated him by sticking out her tongue and licking her lips. Remembering Orochimaru's betrayal of Konoha's information, she gave him a dangerous glint in her eyes. "Orochimaru- sensei..."

Why are you unhappy to see me?

"Idiot-"

Orochimaru gritted his teeth in exasperation.

What the hell!

Could it be that the Third, that old man, couldn't even protect a single ninja?

The Akatsuki discovered his resurrection plan, which he left behind in Konoha before his defection, so quickly, and even brought it back by Shirou Emiya so soon!

That idiot Anko...

Has he gone mad trying to kill his traitorous teacher? He actually chose to join Shirou Emiya and the Akatsuki, causing Orochimaru to curse inwardly!

Furthermore, the fact that Anko Mitarashi's survival and resurrection methods have been discovered by Emiya Tsuchihara means that they have also become Shirou Emiya's possession. She can only let Shirou Emiya do as he pleases, and it seems that she is really forced to serve Shirou Emiya!

It seems—

I need to prepare more backup plans.

"So-"

Orochimaru sighed inwardly, having no choice but to abide by their previous agreement. He said in a deep voice, "According to our agreement, I will find a way to re-establish contact with Shimura Danzo of Konoha as soon as possible and obtain the information you need from him."

"Those who contact Danzo also need Akatsuki's surveillance."

Shirou Emiya interrupted Orochimaru, seemingly distrusting Orochimaru completely. "Until I can truly trust you, all your actions will be under Akatsuki's surveillance, and I will also provide you with ample support."

"They're really being cautious—"

Orochimaru gave a helpless chuckle.

That's enough.

None of that matters.

If I can survive this time, I can create more resurrected units carrying the Curse Mark in the future and find a way to gradually break free from the control of the Akatsuki.

"Once I make contact with Danzo— "

"Danzo's Danzo will definitely take the opportunity to check on my situation when they contact me."

"I cannot remain at Akatsuki's base—"

Orochimaru narrowed his long, serpentine eyes, and casually reminded Shirou Emiya, following his own plan: "This might arouse Danzo's suspicion—"

"Do you want to go back to your base?"

Shirou Emiya did not oppose Orochimaru's plan.

"It just so happens that I also need to do some of my own research."

Orochimaru nodded, smiling as he continued, "I believe Lord Shirou is also aware of the impact of scientific advancements on Medical Ninjutsu, right? Perhaps we can work together..."

"If there's a chance, I'll study it with you."

Shirou Emiya casually agreed, remaining noncommittal about Orochimaru's words. "I no longer have complete faith in my Medical Ninjutsu. My Medical Ninjutsu can cure all physical ailments, but it cannot cure the defects of the human soul—"

Orochimaru's face showed a slight hint of surprise.

Because he could tell that Shirou Emiya was telling the truth.

However, such truths always sound somewhat sad. If Tsunade, who is still traveling, knew these things, she would be in great pain.

Exactly.

Just as Shirou Emiya arranging for Orochimaru to move, Obito Uchiha and the Uchiha returned to the Akatsuki after completing their mission to intercept the Konoha team.

However, Obito Uchiha's expression was not good.

Black Zetsu and White Zetsu, who were in charge of surveillance, also rushed back to the Akatsuki and reported everything that happened on the battlefield to Emiya Tsuchihara. Naturally, they couldn't help but make some sarcastic remarks about Obito Uchiha.

Just as Emiya Shirou Emiya predicted, Obito Uchiha revealed his true identity to Kakashi Hatake, but the Ninja System's request was not yet completed.

That's normal.

After all, SSSSS-level delegations are the highest limit in the system.

The rewards for this kind of commission are quite generous. It's not enough that only Kakashi Hatake and others know Obito Uchiha's identity. It's also within Shirou Emiya's expectations that the system's judgment hasn't been met in the short term.

But it doesn't matter anymore.

If Hatake Team Kakashi reports information about Obito Uchiha Konoha and there is still no improvement, Tsuchihara Emiya plans to devise the next phase of his plan: to create a major event in the Shinobi World that will allow Obito Uchiha to truly make a name for himself.

Once a momentous event shakes the Shinobi World, the entire world will know of Obito Uchiha's existence.

Compared to the Mysterious Masked Man was unknown and even hidden in the shadows in the past, all the ninjas in the entire Shinobi World should know everything about him.

I heard—

"You've been discovered by Kakashi Hatake."

Shirou Emiya was saying something that made Obito Uchiha unhappy, but given his status, he didn't need to consider Obito Uchiha's feelings.

"Snort-"

"It doesn't matter if he finds out."

Obito Uchiha clenched his fist and continued nonchalantly, "Anyway, that piece of trash Kakashi can't possibly threaten us."

"..."

Itachi Uchiha couldn't help but glance at him sideways.

If Obito Uchiha could have easily defeated Kakashi Hatake and Might Guy on the battlefield, Itachi Uchiha would have been able to acknowledge his confidence.

How can someone be so confident when their play is clearly not even that good?

"What you said makes sense."

"But Kakashi ultimately represents Konoha."

"Although Konoha had been keeping an eye on the Akatsuki for a long time, I heard that back then, only Shimura Danzo Konoha have known about the Akatsuki's existence."

After Shirou Emiya calmly presented his proposal, he suddenly revealed his true intentions. "I originally planned to take Anko Mitarashi back to Akatsuki, and then use Orochimaru's ability to contact Shimura Danzo to Shimura Danzo should have been dealt with. However, your exposure in front of Kakashi Hatake..."

Even if we eliminate Danzo, we can't change Konoha's curiosity about us.

Obito Uchiha somewhat grim.

Is this guy trying to shift the blame onto him again?

However, Obito Uchiha really couldn't shake off this blame, and he had only just learned that Shirou Emiya wanted to use Orochimaru to deal with Shimura Danzo.

"Then what do you suggest we do?"

Obito Uchiha was somewhat confused, and a hint of lingering anger appeared on his face as he coldly snorted, "I should have killed that piece of trash Kakashi!"

Itachi Uchiha's eyes flickered slightly.

At this time...

There's no need to make such grandiose claims, is there? It's as if Obito Uchiha could actually take down Kakashi Hatake's team on his own.

"Your performance seems even worse than that of the rookie Itachi," Obito Black Zetsu couldn't help but sneer. He had personally witnessed Obito Uchiha's less-than-stellar performance on the battlefield. "I should have just let Wei Yuan-sama deal with Kakashi Hatake and the others himself!"

"I originally wanted you guys to clean up the mess."

When Black Zetsu mocked Obito Uchiha, he immediately forgot his original intention. "In the end, he revealed even more flaws in front of those Konoha ninjas."

"Black Zetsu!"

Obito Uchiha glared angrily at Black Zetsu.

Obito Uchiha was already furious when he saw Kakashi Hatake in his true form, but when he returned, he was mocked by Black Zetsu, whom he hated the most!

"Alright."

Don't argue about the past.

Shirou Emiya stopped their argument and said softly, "Now we need to discuss how to deal with the remaining troubles."

"If Obito dies..."

Black Zetsu immediately started to secretly entertain unrealistic ideas.

Obito Uchiha had no intention of paying any attention to it.

"That's actually one possible approach."

Black Zetsu had a sudden inspiration. It knew that it was impossible to force Obito Uchiha to his death, but it did provide Obito Uchiha with an idea.

"I remember the Uchiha Clan has a forbidden technique Izanagi, which can be activated by using the Sharingan to set the activation time of Izanagi through Transcription Seal, just like Madara and Hashirama faked their deaths before the final battle."

At that time...

Madara Uchiha almost succeeded.

If Madara Uchiha hadn't chosen to provoke Shirou Emiya after successfully activating Izanagi, he would have been almost certain to fake his death and escape.

"There's no need for that."

Obito Uchiha coldly interrupted Black Zetsu's daydream; he didn't want to look like a stray dog anymore.

He simply said coldly, "If Konoha really sends someone to disrupt our plans, then I'll just deal with whoever interferes."

"Yeah?"

Black Zetsu couldn't help but chuckle, continuing his rebuttal to Obito Uchiha: "But your performance on the battlefield is really not convincing at all—."

"What did you say!"

"Did I say something wrong?"

"You bastard!"

"What a complete waste of space."

"Alright."

Let's stop here.

Shirou Emiya suddenly stopped Black Zetsu and Obito Uchiha battle again. A slight glint flashed in his lifeless eyes as he said in a deep voice, "Black Zetsu, White Zetsu, continue sending people to search for manpower and the whereabouts of all the Tailed Beast in the Shinobi World."

"Yes."

Black Zetsu immediately agreed.

"Obito".

"You and Itachi go and keep an eye on Orochimaru."

Shirou Emiya glanced at Obito Uchiha, casually tossing him a trap he'd just dug. "Although Obito Uchiha Anko Mitarashi is willing to join us in monitoring Orochimaru, given her personality, she might not discover anything—"

"Knew."

Obito Uchiha agreed with an arrogant expression.

Itachi Uchiha lowered his head slightly.

This was exactly what he wanted to do.

The room became empty.

Only Shirou Emiya remained, because his Ninja System encountered some unexpected problems, forcing him to hastily arrange for Black Zetsu and Obito Uchiha to leave.

This situation.

This means that something may have happened in Konoha.

Konoha Village.

Hokage Building.

Kakashi Hatake stood in front of the desk.

The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, with a pipe dangling from his lips and a look of an old man's sorrow on his face, listened to Kakashi Hatake's report about Obito Uchiha.

Compared to Kakashi Hatake's complex feelings about his former comrades being brought back to life, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, obtained more information than Kakashi Hatake.

"In other words—"

"Obito Uchiha did not die in the Third Shinobi World War; he faked his death and left the village."

He had always worn a mask to conceal his identity, and he had also awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan, a space-time Dōjutsu.

The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, sighed deeply, recalling some information the Uchiha had reported to him after the Fire Clan Night: "When you met him, he was with the Uchiha, stopping your mission to retrieve Anko— "

"Yes."

Kakashi Hatake could no longer hide it.

Because the classmates and friends present would not be able to hide this information from the Hokage.

However, Kakashi Hatake tried his best to explain to the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi: "It's all my fault. Because Obito saw Rin die at my hands, that's why he didn't return to the village."

"Kakashi, that's not your fault."

Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head and sighed, "Obito has gone down the wrong path. This was never your fault, so don't feel guilty about it—"

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Kakashi Hatake, who seemed confused, but he had to give Kakashi Hatake -up. "Kakashi, I must issue an S-Rank Missing-nin Wanted for Obito Uchiha— "

"The Third Hokage— "

Kakashi Hatake's pupils dilated.

"Kakashi, I will not change my mind."

Sarutobi Hiruzen raised his arm, looking at the Curse Mark on it, his thoughts drifting back to eight years ago.

The power of the Curse Mark left to him by Shirou Emiya helped him a lot during the Nine Tails Riot, allowing him to meet Minato and his wife Minato Namikaze, who died sealing the Nine-Tails, and also letting him learn part of the truth about the Nine Tails Riot before Minato Namikaze's death.

Eight years ago.

A Mysterious Masked Man with space-time Dōjutsu unleashed a bloody Nine Tails Riot on Konoha.

This plunged Konoha into a long period of hardship and weakness.