Genius Uchiha Itachi

As the Mangekyō Sharingan spun within its sockets, the immense pressure of the Chakra within its body, comparable to that of Tailed Beast Level, caused all the Jōnin in the Meeting Room to break out in a cold sweat, staring in shock at Uchiha Yoru.

The Chakra of Tailed Beast Level is enough to create a deterrent effect. Of course, the biggest difference between a ninja and Tailed Beast is that the Tailed Beast's regenerative ability is dozens of times that of an ordinary ninja.

Even so, a ninja possessing this level of Chakra is an extremely rare existence.

With such immense Chakra and the Mangekyo, a sense of shock arose in everyone's hearts; it seemed their opponent now possessed the strength to stand up to the Third Hokage without fear.

"Uchiha Yoru! It seems you don't even respect the Hokage!"

Shimura Danzō's face darkened horribly after being rebuked like that, and he stared intently at his opponent with a gloomy expression.

Uchiha Yoru knew that if he retreated, he would face the same situation as Fugaku: the other party would relentlessly press forward, gradually shrinking his living space, and he would face even more serious consequences after revealing his Mangekyo.

He had to be tough all the way through so that his opponents would be wary of his Mangekyo and the power of the Uchiha Military Police Force. Even if there was only a sliver of a chance for internal strife to break out, his opponents would still be wary.

"Hokage?"

Seeing Shimura Danzō, Uchiha Yoru sneered disdainfully, then turned to the Third Hokage and shouted, "Third Hokage, you established Root for the sake of the village's stability, but over the years, we haven't seen Root contribute to the village's stability. On the contrary, Root's existence has caused much trouble."

"Threatening and coercing the various clans to demand elite ninjas." As he said this, Uchiha Yoru looked at the other clan ninjas with a hint of mockery.

"The Hidden Konoha, founded by the Uchiha and Senju, had rules established by both clans and the First Hokage: clans cannot do anything that would harm the village's safety and stability, and the village cannot interfere in the internal affairs of any of the major clans without authorization."

"Now!" Uchiha Yoru shouted righteously, "The Root is now openly violating the rules established by the Second Hokage and approved by the First Hokage, and is interfering in the internal affairs of the ninja clans without cause. I would like to ask the Root Clan leader, since all the clans have committed acts that violate the stability of the village!"

Hiss!

Many people were secretly shocked, while others were secretly delighted, finally someone stood up to confront this old guy who relied on the Third Hokage's backing.

Uchiha Yoru constantly brought up the rules established by the Second Hokage and First Hokage, and eventually even tried to manipulate everyone into joining him in his own self-defense.

Does the Hokage's leadership dare to say that all their ninja clans have done things that harm the village?

The various ninja clans had long been dissatisfied with Root's actions. In the past, they had no choice, as no one wanted to be the first to stick their neck out. Now, with the Uchiha clan acting as the scapegoat, they had brought the matter into the open, and the clans immediately put on cold faces.

Without anyone stepping forward, they are just a disorganized mess; but if someone steps forward, things change.

"Danzo." The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, showed no emotion as he raised his hand to gesture. Danzo's face immediately turned ashen, and he let out a cold snort before plopping down on his backside.

"I think the Uchiha Clan Head has misunderstood something."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's hair was still gray, but his wrists showed no signs of atrophy. Instead, he calmly looked around at everyone and began to speak in response to this pointed question.

"The Root's conscription order is a response to the current turbulent situation in the Shinobi World, an expansion of their forces. After all, the Iwagakure and Kumogakure villages are now blatantly expanding their military capabilities, and moreover!"

At this point, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, let out a hearty laugh. "The Uchiha Clan Head may have some misunderstandings. The Root's mobilization order was never in the form of a command, but rather aimed at stabilizing Konoha. Therefore, there was never any coercion involved from the beginning."

"As for interfering in the affairs of the major ninja clans, what is there to talk about?" Hiruzen Sarutobi's casual remark, accompanied by a smile, dissolved the tense atmosphere from before.

Furthermore, he kept mentioning the Uchiha Clan Head in every sentence, seemingly implying, intentionally or unintentionally, that the Uchiha doesn't represent everyone.

Today, Uchiha Yoru questioned Root, which, to put it bluntly, is a questioning of the Third Hokage, since Root was established during his reign to consolidate his power.

The Third Hokage's counterattack was also sharp, directly thwarting the attempt to kidnap all the clans, and even seemed to have a subtle, pointed remark.

"Indeed, the Third Hokage is right."

"The Hokage-sama is right. We are truly powerless to help Root, but our clan can provide five million in funds."

"Us..."

The so-called major ninja clans collapsed at this moment. Uchiha Yoru became the first to stick his neck out, and then they didn't want to offend anyone.

One by one, they shook their heads with gratitude and shame, first striking while the iron was hot and explaining their family's difficulties, then offering funds, thus offending neither the Third Hokage nor the Root.

On the contrary, only Uchiha Yoru did things that offended people.

Contrary to expectations, there was no outburst of anger. Instead, Uchiha Yoru's calm smile secretly relieved some of the clans that were still observing and hesitating, as they did not want to offend the Uchiha.

And so, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Uchiha Yoru, this brat, his expression relaxed, but inwardly he grew increasingly wary.

"Hehe, perhaps I misunderstood."

Regarding the Third Hokage's subtle attack, Uchiha Yoru spoke calmly and slowly, without a trace of apology on his face, but rather with amusement.

"However, it's understandable. The Root organization was just a temporary department set up during the Fourth Shinobi World War to stabilize the village. The result was obvious: it was unpopular and a failure."

You, the Third Hokage, were amazing. You accurately grasped people's hearts and directly resolved the situation where he had kidnapped all the ninja clans. However, the ninjas in the village had been suppressing their resentment towards the Root for a long time.

Uchiha Yoru's seemingly casual words were clearly a sarcastic jab at the failures of the Third Hokage's reign; otherwise, why would he have resigned to take responsibility?

In the original story, after the Fourth Great Ninja War, the Root was officially disbanded amidst opposition from the people of Konoha.

This shows that although Root was infamous among the major Shinobi World nations, it was also hated and feared by most people within the village.

"Hehe."

Faced with such sarcasm, Hiruzen Sarutobi not only did not get angry, but instead burst into hearty laughter, as if he didn't mind at all.

"I, Sarutobi, am just an ordinary person. How could I possibly compare to the First and Second Hokage Hokage?"

They keep bringing up the First and Second Hokage Hokage, I'll just admit I'm inferior, what can you do about it?

Hiruzen Sarutobi's relaxed laughter instantly dispelled the oppressive atmosphere in the meeting, and everyone smiled.

This time it was a classic case of the snipe and the clam fighting while the fisherman benefits. The Third Hokage's high-ranking officials, the F4, and the Uchiha clashed for the first time in front of everyone, and they were evenly matched.

However, they were the ones who benefited. While everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief, they also had a strange feeling.

It seems the Uchiha isn't as hateful as they seem. Having such a formidable figure who dares to say what they dare not say is quite advantageous to them.

It was clear that everyone, including the ninja clans, intended to use the Uchiha Clan as pawns.

The changes in the hearts of the various ninja clans were invisible and intangible, but Hiruzen Sarutobi clearly saw the hint of apprehension deep in his eyes.

This incident has subtly shifted the previously submissive attitude of the various ninja clans. It has instilled in them the idea that as long as someone steps forward, the so-called Hokage leadership cannot be too forceful or coercive.

That's just human nature!

Before anyone took action, everyone was afraid and no one wanted to step forward. But after someone did it, they were secretly delighted. The pressure they once felt on the Root, which they couldn't refuse, had changed.

The Root are not as tough as one might imagine, and Root commands do not seem to need to be obeyed!

"This brat is a real handful!" The Third Hokage thought to himself. This time, it seemed like they were evenly matched, but his control over the village had loosened considerably.

They used to be too afraid to resist, but now they've discovered that resisting isn't so bad—this reflects the change in the mindset of the various ninja clans.

Similarly, the entire Uchiha Clan stood completely in front of everyone, revealing their ambitions.

Facing the Third Hokage's regime head-on, they clearly showed their dissatisfaction and ambition to become the next Hokage. Under such circumstances, the neutral clans would remain secretly on guard and absolutely not get involved.

At this moment, apart from their previous allies, the Uchiha Clan had almost no one willing to ally with them anymore. After all, their ambitions were so blatant. If they allied with the Uchiha, wouldn't that be blatantly opposing the Third Hokage's regime and preparing to rebel?

This also reflects the Third Hokage's blind self-confidence. He never believed that his political ideas were wrong, and even stubbornly believed that only under his rule could the village be stable, and he did not trust anyone else.

The current Third Hokage is only past his prime; his legacy as Shinobi Hero still lingers, and he still holds people's hearts in his hands. He is not yet the same Shinobi Hero who nearly alienated everyone during the Chunin Ninja Exams.

In the original story, Orochimaru's ability to lead so many ninjas into the Land of Fire was suspicious in itself, and his battle with the Third Hokage within the barrier was even more absurd. In fact, only a few Anbu around him in Konoha were willing to risk their lives to save him, while everyone else was busy with their own affairs.

Jiraiya go after Orochimaru, but instead went to deal with the henchmen?

After the Third Hokage Tanzaku City's death, when the Sannin of Tanabata met and fought, surprisingly no one mentioned their master's revenge? Even Jiraiya ignored it. There are too many questions.

Perhaps all of this is related to the Third Hokage's own realization of the growing disunity and his choice to end things this way, but it must also be said that people's thoughts tend to change as they age.

Even the so-called enlightened rulers of unparalleled wisdom became senile in their old age, let alone a Third Hokage. Moreover, these people all shared a common flaw: the older they got, the more stubborn and prejudiced their thinking became!

The biggest difference between the current Third Hokage and his younger self is his obsession with the Will of Fire within him, which has even become somewhat pathological.

His ideology became increasingly authoritarian, tolerating no dissenting opinions whatsoever. In his biased view, only his ideas were essential for the village's stability; others' opinions would only bring turmoil.

"Given the current turbulent situation in the Shinobi World, I believe the village's first priority is economic recovery. Does anyone have any objections?"

The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi had a kind, smiling face, but no one here dared to underestimate him.

Uchiha Yoru nodded slightly and said solemnly, "The Uchiha and the Konoha Military Police Force have no objections. We just hope that in the future, there won't be any more instances of someone using their position to order the Konoha Military Police Force or the Uchiha Clan to do things."

"After all, back when the First Hokage was in power, the authority of both the Senju and Uchiha as the founders of the village was not to be challenged."

With a mocking laugh, Uchiha Yoruro a meaningful smile. Everyone could clearly see that the usually aloof F4 members of the village looked rather displeased, especially Shimura Danzō.

Uchiha Yoru's meaning was clear: no one has the right to interfere in the affairs of the Uchiha and the Konoha Military Police Force. Who does Root even belong to?

Similarly, Uchiha Yoru's constant references to his past glory serve as a reminder that he has now awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, and that power is the true source of a ninja's status.

The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, seemed unfazed by the misunderstanding and chuckled easily, saying, "It seems this misunderstanding has angered the young Uchiha clan leader. I'll act as a peacemaker today, and I'll issue a warning to the Root. What do you think, Uchiha Clan Head?"

At this moment, it seemed that Uchiha Yoru was young and impetuous and unwilling to give up. However, before he could say anything, Hiruzen Sarutobi laughed and said, "The village is now thriving, and my Anbu is short of manpower. The Uchiha Clan is also a clan that produces geniuses."

"I've heard that Fugaku's eldest son, Itachi, is quite talented; he has already awakened the Sharingan at a young age."

Good heavens, the Third Hokage's smiling face was actually a way of putting him down in front of everyone.

The former chieftain's son, once he grows up, wouldn't he be a threat to the current chieftain? Just like a kindergarten teacher would threaten the lion king once he grows up.

Uchiha Yoru's eyes narrowed upon hearing this, and the surrounding Jōnin also changed their expressions. This was something that might happen to the various clans.

However, Uchiha Yoru sneered inwardly, but his face remained expressionless. Instead, he calmly said, "Uchiha Itachi is nine years old. Although he is Genin, his Sharingan has evolved to the Three Tomoe after the assassination of the former clan leader."

"However, whether or not to join the Anbu is Itachi's own choice."

Uchiha Yoru spoke calmly, and the expressions of the Jonin present Jōnin changed. Good heavens, although they had heard about it before, hearing this information clearly today made everyone secretly shocked. The Uchiha truly deserves to be called the cradle of geniuses.

What does it mean to Three Tomoe Sharingan at the age of nine? As long as this child doesn't die along the way, he'll definitely Jōnin someday.

Genius!

Everyone looked at Uchiha Yoru, the youngest clan head. If that was the case, then the eldest son of the former clan head was already showing signs of being a threat.

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi a benevolent smile, yet at that moment, everyone felt an overwhelming sense of dread.

While it may seem that summoning Uchiha Itachi into the Anbu was a protective measure, a display of the Third Hokage's benevolence, the future is uncertain. A genius, once fully developed, can become a sharp blade.

Furthermore, Uchiha Itachi's identity meant that once he grew up, he would become a threat to Uchiha Yoru.

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