That night, Uchiha Itachi couldn't find Shisui, so Konoha Village still maintained a strange calm.
It's just that someone has sneaked into the village at this time. Such a big Konoha can always find loopholes as long as he searches for them carefully. Even if Obito Uchiha pretends to be Tobi, He won't provide any help, but Orochimaru is a ninja from Konoha after all. Even if it can't be said that returning to Konoha is the same as returning home, at least snakes are good at drilling holes.
At this time, Konoha is indeed heavily guarded inside and outside, but there are differences between the inside and outside. Because all the manpower has been mobilized around Uchiha, the defense outside is mostly due to the barrier. It does not mean that there are no ninjas to do peripheral patrols and security work, but that this part of the manpower has not actually increased.
Give Orochimaru enough time, and he will naturally be able to pass through layers of barriers. Sometimes, no matter how dense the barriers are, they are not as good as a pair of ninja eyes... Of course, there are two sides to this. If anyone witnesses Orochimaru, it is very likely that he will disappear "for no reason".
After getting involved with Konoha, the two of them kept a low profile, but not completely, mainly because Tobi never stopped talking.
"This is Konoha, one of Five Great Shinobi Villages. It's really majestic, spectacular, intimidating, and... well, there doesn't seem to be anything extraordinary here. It's ordinary, so ordinary."
Konoha is the size of an ordinary town, with ordinary town-style buildings. The only wonder in the village, Kage Rock, is actually not that strange. It does look very ordinary in appearance. Tobi can't find a place to do it even if it wants to.
This kind of nonsense was naturally ignored by Orochimaru. The amount of information in Tobi's words was extremely low. Normal people would ignore him as long as they stayed with him for a period of time. Otherwise, this person would have to suffer endless torture.
"Speaking of which, the Yuhara Jonin I saw earlier had an abnormal growth rate. Within one or two years at the end of Ninja World War, he grew from an unknown ordinary ninja to a world-class top expert. It takes a while for Fourth Hokage, who is said to be once in a century, to become famous... Mr. Orochimaru, do you know that ninja?" Tobi asked seemingly unintentionally.
"I know a little bit, that Yuhara is a very thoughtful ninja... he has always been very thoughtful." Orochimaru said.
He seemed to have given an explanation, but in fact he didn't say anything. For a ninja, just having ideas is nothing, and what's the use of having an open mind?
If Orochimaru's "knowledge" could spread to other worlds, he would definitely be sympathetic to certain stories, such as the biologist Frankenstein and the scientific monster he created. What's more interesting is that the biologist was eventually killed by the monster, and then the monster was called Frankenstein... I can only say that this story is very enlightening.
However, strictly speaking, Yuhara was only illegally transformed by Orochimaru, and he is far from the level of "Frankenstein".
"Let's go quickly, Konoha still has some troublesome people." Regarding the topic of Yuhara, Orochimaru didn't want to talk more at all.
"I understand, I don't want to cause trouble here... I hope Mr. Orochimaru's allies can be more reliable."
Shimura Danzō, is it reliable? Orochimaru sneered in his heart, but he still needs to be careful. If he is not careful, he might also lose his life to Konoha. If there is a chance, this so-called "ally" will definitely not mind dealing with him, Three Legendary Sannin, who is a traitor to the village.
Why did Orochimaru agree to Danzo return to Konoha? Firstly, it was to make a proper break with this village, and secondly, it was to import a batch of precious research materials for free.
There are no meetings here at Uchiha, but there are meetings again at Konoha. However, there is a general meeting at Uchiha, and only a small meeting at Konoha.
"Sarutobi, Uchiha Clan's problems have reached a point where they have to be dealt with. This tragedy is by no means an accident. Your concession is one of the driving forces behind its occurrence." Utatane Koharu said with a cold face. This overly serious emotion mixed with a little anger made her look indifferent, and the old wrinkles on her face were almost flattened.
Two consultants, Shimura Danzō and Third Hokage, are getting together.
Third Hokage just smoked in silence. The consultant's words were not very pleasant. Third Hokage had clearly just died of his son, and now he was accused of being the murderer of the child.
"As for who is fueling the flames, I think I have made it clear. It is unreasonable to only put the responsibility on Uchiha."
As the saying goes, there is no greater sadness than heartbreak. Although Third Hokage is not "heartbroken," he still has to persuade these old guys in an extremely sad situation, which indeed makes people feel his sadness.
"Whether it has anything to do with the current Uchiha Clan or not, it is a fact that the murderer is using Sharingan, even if it has nothing to do with most of them... Well, then, we will conduct a thorough search of the Uchiha Clan and deal with the murderer if we find it. Uchiha Clan will only cover up at most. If we can't find it, it will prove their innocence." Mitokado Homura said.
"Searching Uchiha at this time? It will only set them off." Third Hokage still shook his head and objected.
"Uchiha Clan is Konoha's acne. It will continue to get sick and expand. If we dig it out now, it will be just a pain in the flesh for Konoha. If it continues to be delayed, it will at least be a lost limb... Uchiha must be completely eradicated." Shimura Danzō said.
He maintained his usual speaking style, and the two consultants were still covering up. They said they wanted to solve "Uchiha's problem." Danzo's words were more clear, and they directly wanted to solve Uchiha's problem.
But no matter what, the two consultants' thoughts at this time are actually biased towards Shimura Danzō, but they are not so explicit. For Konoha's senior consultants, it is difficult for them to consider from the standpoint of the Uchiha Clan The problem is, for decades, they have always opened and shut up about what Konoha is doing. Subtly, they have deceived themselves. They really think that they are the spokesperson of Konoha and the concrete embodiment of Konoha's will.
"Uchiha Clan is one of the pillar ninja clans that established Konoha. Konoha cannot lose them yet." Third Hokage said.
However, these words are not convincing at all, and some people present have even begun to slander... What is the pillar of the ninja clan, and Senju is the pillar? Now Konoha has long since disappeared. Senju, isn't it still thriving and developing until now?
Some people have the idea of forgetting their ancestors, but these people will definitely not express these ideas.
"So Sarutobi, if you object, what is your plan?" Mitokado Homura asked.
Since Third Hokage does not agree to take action against the Uchiha Clan, he should also give his own smarter way to deal with the Uchiha Clan... The consultant's request is very reasonable, but saying it so directly is a bit like forcing Third Hokage.
"Wait a little longer and observe the development of the situation..."
But what good solution could Third Hokage have? He could only put it off for a while, see if things turned around, and seek a solution to the situation amid the changes in the situation.
Third Hokage seems indecisive, but the problem is that Hokage of Konoha and Konoha's consultant have different responsibilities. If they are not in their position, they will not be held responsible. To put it bluntly, consultants are just a job of talking, and their position is nothing more than a dog-headed military advisor. In many cases, they do not even have to be responsible for the suggestions they make.
The rise and fall of Konoha is borne by Hokage, not the consultant; the responsibility for all the consequences of all decisions is borne by Hokage, not the consultant.
So some people can talk lightly while standing on the dry shore, while others seem to be walking in the mud, and every step seems so difficult.
Seeing that Third Hokage was still like this, Shimura Danzō flicked his sleeves and left quickly with a cold face. At this time, he didn't feel Hokage's hardship, but only felt a few other words - shortcomings and conspiracy.
Shimura Danzō feels that since the end of the war, or to be precise, since the sacrifice of Fourth Hokage, Third Hokage has been too laissez-faire to some people, and Konoha has become less and less like Konoha, what? The merit system, what Crimson Crown organization, what three major systems, what Human Cursed Seal, plus the current appeasement and laissez-faire of the Uchiha Clan... Under all these circumstances, is the third generation still qualified to take on the responsibilities of Hokage?
Sure enough, no matter whose hands the power is in, it is better to hold it in your own hands.
Konoha Village suddenly became unstable. Before the crisis of rebellion was resolved, the crisis of coup had already arrived.
In the afternoon, Uchiha Clan.
Uchiha Clan's leading figures were all concentrated in the family of patriarch Fugaku. Uchiha Itachi had no right to participate in their secret talks, but at this time he had long lost interest in participating.
He stood in the corridor, leaning against a pillar and dozing with his eyes closed. At just twelve years old, his delicate body could be completely obscured by such a pillar.
He hides well, but is always found by his younger brother.
"Brother, you are hiding here again."
For the young Zuosuke, the situation at home has been a bit strange recently. There are ninjas from the clan coming in and out all the time, his father is too busy to touch the floor, his mother always looks sad, and his brother often disappears. This makes the child very uneasy, but he is temporarily unable to express his emotions accurately in words.
Therefore, once Uchiha Itachi appears at home, Sasuke Uchiha will involuntarily want to stay by his brother's side.
This voice made Itachi open his eyes, but the coldness in his eyes startled Zuosuke.
"Brother?" Zuosuke's voice became timid.
Itachi looked back, narrowed his eyes and smiled. Only after a moment of silence did he speak, "Zosuke, come with me."
"Brother, where are we going?"
Zuosuke didn't understand many things, but at least he knew that he couldn't leave home and run around at this time, but Uchiha Itachi didn't respond to his words, and had already taken the lead and walked towards the door of the house.
Zuosuke had no choice but to throw up his short legs and follow behind his brother.
After leaving home, the two brothers turned around several alleys and came to another house.
Uchiha Itachi stretched out his hand to knock on the door, and not long after, a girl appeared in front of them.
"Weasel?"
This is the residence of Uchiha Izumi. She is Itachi's friend and a supporter of Uchiha Shisui. She is now considered an alternative in the clan.
"Quan, I have something to ask you for help. Please let Zuosuke stay with you these two days. The current clan... you can understand what I mean."
"This..." Uchiha Izumi certainly understood what the situation was like in the clan at this time, but she didn't understand why Itachi wanted to put her younger brother here. However, after seeing Itachi's eyes, she couldn't ask any questions and just nodded silently.
"Okay, Itachi."
Seeing that Uchiha Izumi agreed, Itachi patted Zuosuke on the shoulder again and said, "Zozuke, the situation at home has been very chaotic these two days. Your parents can't take care of you for the time being. Now I ask Izumi to take care of you. You must listen to Sister Izumi, do you understand?"
Sasuke Uchiha Of course he didn't want to leave home, let alone stay in a strange environment, but at this moment, Itachi's body was exuding a cold aura, and Zuosuke was so silent that he didn't dare to say no.
"Okay brother, I will listen to Sister Quan and not cause trouble to my parents."
Itachi reached out and touched Zuosuke's head, nodded to Uchiha Izumi, and was about to turn around and leave.
"Itachi, I'm leaving it to you, Izumi."
Seeing Itachi was about to leave, Uchiha Izumi had a bad feeling for some reason. She immediately asked, "Itachi, where are you going?"
"I'm going to Shisui's house to wait for him to come back. I have something to discuss with him."
When the words came, Itachi's figure had already gone away. Uchiha Izumi held Sasuke Uchiha's hand and stood there blankly, feeling that a huge hole was swallowing him up.
Shimura Danzō returned to Root's Underground Secret Base, and he asked the ninja who came to greet him, "Where is that person?"
"Still waiting for you, Master Danzo."
Shimura Danzō nodded and said, "First arrange it according to plan B, and then bring him over to see me."
It didn't take long for Uchiha Shisui to be brought here. Shisui came to see Danzo this time to continue to win the support of Konoha High Command, but when he came here, he found that the atmosphere was very wrong.
Shimura Danzō stood far away at the other end of the dark underground space. There were many ninjas waiting around him.
"Master Danzo, what does this mean?" Shisui asked.
"Shisui, the conflict between the village and Uchiha Clan is irresolvable. Until the chaos of Uchiha is solved, it's better for you to stay here. After all, you are too dangerous. With your Uchiha Clan, you are really even more powerful." Shimura Danzō said.
Shisui was a little confused. What Danzo said and held were completely opposite to the last time the two parties met.
Master Danzo, where are your political commitments?
In an instant, Uchiha Shisui's brain finally reacted. Inside Konoha, the sound of annihilating Uchiha Clan was heard all the time. So where did this sound come from? If it wasn't Third Hokage, who else could it be? Count the so-called "hawks" among the upper echelons of Konoha. Everything was so clearly visible. Why couldn't he see it before?
After thinking about this, Uchiha Shisui turned around and left, but how could the other party allow him to leave like this?
Shimura Danzō is really confident. He chose this time to deal with Uchiha Shisui. Even if he fails and Shisui escapes, how credible is Uchiha's words? Even if this person is Uchiha Shisui. Accused Konoha High Command of murdering Konoha Ninja? Then Shimura Danzō can even bite back Uchiha and assassinate Konoha High Command. Then we can see who has higher credibility.
"Do these ninjas want to stop me?"
Despite the obstruction of many ninjas in front of him, Shisui did not panic. He dodged left and right, Taijutsu ninjutsu Shuriken Body Flicker Technique appeared one by one, and knocked down several Root Ninja in just a few encounters.
Shisui pretends to want to escape from here, but his actual purpose is not to escape, but...
Destroy and destroy the voice of the Uchiha Clan.
Suddenly, Shisui threw away several ninjas chasing him. The next moment, his figure appeared in front of Danzo. He suddenly raised his head and looked directly into Danzo's eyes. The Sharingan in his own eyes had turned into the shape of a four-cornered windmill.
At this moment, Shisui released his Mangekyō Sharingan's ultimate illusion, Kotoamatsukami. He wanted to completely change Shimura Danzō's mind.
The effect of this technique is unquestionable. Danzo, who was possessed by the illusion technique, immediately shook his body and fell to the ground. When he woke up again, he would work hard for the peace between Konoha and Uchiha Clan... Uchiha Shisui was still innocent. Even if he used the ultimate illusion technique, it was not to completely turn the other party into his puppet, but to make the other party become a pacifist.
However...
On the other side of the underground space, another Shimura Danzō came out.
"Go on, subdue him."
Fake? Stand-in? Uchiha Shisui looked at Danzo who fell to the ground in front of him, and then looked at the one in the distance. He immediately understood in his heart that they were just stand-ins for Danzo, pretended by other ninjas. The other ninja was afraid of his childish skills and did not dare to show up directly.
Wrong!
Later, Shisui fully realized that the other party's purpose was not to avoid being affected by illusions, but to consume his child power... The other party was sure that he would not kill the ninjas in the same village, and was also sure that he was trying to change the extreme ideas of the higher-ups, so he exposed his hostile attitude toward Uchiha.
He couldn't waste time with these people here. After thinking about this, a huge Chakra surged out of his body, and then something incredible appeared in the eyes of the ninjas here.
Immediately afterwards, something huge swept across the underground space, directly smashing the tree root support pillars here. In an instant, the cavity collapsed, the ground surface collapsed, and smoke and dust were everywhere.
After the ninjas here hurriedly came out and escaped the fate of being buried alive, Uchiha Shisui was nowhere to be seen here.
The real Shimura Danzō appeared with a disgraced face. It can only be said that this image is very consistent with his character and temperament... He misjudged the strength of Uchiha Shisui.
The so-called frog in the well, the so-called summer insect cannot speak of ice. Shimura Danzō, who is only at the jounin level, always misestimates the strength of other ninjas.