Fooling little Itachi-the little fox was up to mischief again!~

The three Kage couldn't defeat each other on the Battlefield. Minato possessed the Flying Thunder God, so no matter how powerful or terrifying the Raikage and Tsuchikage's attacks were, they were useless if they couldn't hit them.

Ōnoki can levitate and fly, and his use of Dust Release from high in the sky is incredibly sneaky.

As for the Raikage, he possesses powerful Lightning Release Taijutsu and superhuman reflexes.

Although Minato was fast, it wouldn't be easy for him to hurt the Raikage, especially with the Tsuchikage watching him from the side.

The situation on the main Battlefield of the three hidden villages was completely different; Sasori's puppet army was comparable to an Elite Ninja force.

The Third Raikage's Human Puppet cannot be used, but Hanzo's Human Puppet are fine; even if they are discovered, it doesn't matter.

After losing Killer B, Kumogakure was joined by Sasori in Konoha.

The Battlefield situation has become clear, and the outcome is already predetermined.

Seeing that the situation was hopeless, the Allied Shinobi Forces of Kumogakure and Iwagakure had no choice but to retreat. What followed was the signing of a peace treaty and the exchange of war reparations.

Of course, all of this has nothing to do with Tōka...

Tōka's cottage is located on a street near the Hokage Building, in the heart of Konoha, and is quite expensive.

It's a small room, but it has everything you need.

The benefits offered, though seemingly beneficial, actually serve only one purpose: to facilitate the surveillance of Tōka.

As night faded, a Fish Belly White broke on the horizon.

Despite being woken up by Scorpion in the middle of the night, Tōka was in exceptionally good spirits!

The room was quiet.

Tōka casually leaned against the bed, looking down at the unconscious figure on the floor. A slight smile appeared on his lips, and he couldn't help but smile.

He pulled out a Scroll, on which was written a huge character for "sealed"!

Snap!

Tōka clasped his hands together in a mudra, gathering chakra.

"The Tsuchi-e no Jutsu!"

Buzz!

As a strange power surged forth, a layer of paper-like substance emerged from beneath the figure lying on the ground, then climbed up and covered the entire body, eventually enveloping it.

Before long, an identical Tōka stood up from the pile of Waste Paper.

"Even though it's the second time we've met, something feels off." Tōka speechlessly at her identical self, while the other person stared back at her with the same expressionless face.

"Never mind, these are minor issues."

Tōka waved his hand with a smile; he was truly very happy today.

To escape the enormous prison that is Konoha.

From this day forward, the sea is wide enough for fish to leap freely, and the sky is high enough for birds to fly freely.

"From now on, you will live in Konoha in my place. Eat and drink as you please, and don't use your chakra. I reckon this body can last a long time." Tōka examined the Tsuchi-e no Jutsu puppet, becoming more and more satisfied with it.

Even White Zetsu's Object Transformation can be detected as malicious, but the Tsuchi-e no Jutsu will never detect a fake body.

The only drawback of the Tsuchi-e no Jutsu is that it can only withstand one-third of the Original Body's chakra. However, we can't doubt that it's not Tōka's Original Body just because of insufficient chakra.

"As agreed, Scorpion was waiting for me in Tanzaku Town."

Thinking about the two billion taels in Scorpion's pocket, Tōka felt completely at ease. This money was nominally Xiao's funds, but wasn't Xiao's money also his?

Hmm... For now, let Kakuzu manage the money, and let Nagato hold the title of head of the household.

One day, they will all be taken back!

Bang!

Tōka used his Transformation Technique to become an ordinary-looking middle-aged man, and stood in front of the mirror to look at himself.

"The more ordinary something is, the less likely it is to be discovered."

The current challenge is how to leave Konoha quietly. The great battle has just ended, and the entire Konoha is immersed in an atmosphere of joy.

Many of the Anbu and Root guards have withdrawn, but the atmosphere in Konoha remains tense.

This situation is unlikely to completely disappear without several years of easing.

Walking along the bustling streets, you can see groups of people celebrating their victory everywhere.

Traditionally, the first day after the war is a day of celebration, and also a day for various departments to tally up battle damage and supplies.

"I should have left with Scorpion." Tōka frowned slightly, having decided to leave a day later to avoid arousing suspicion.

In retrospect, this was a wrong choice.

Approaching the Konoha Gate, everything seemed ordinary, with only two ordinary Chunin guarding the area. However, Tōka vaguely sensed that there were also Anbu lurking in the shadows.

Sudden!

Just as I was getting distracted, a small hand reached out.

Tōka subconsciously looked down and saw an adorable little boy tugging at his clothes, his expressionless face making it hard not to reach out and pinch his cheeks.

Tōka did the same thing!

Wow... it feels nice, so soft and supple.

"Senior Tōka, can you let go now?" A hint of helplessness flashed in Itachi's eyes as he tugged at Tōka's wrist and removed Tōka's claws.

"Uh... I couldn't help myself." Tōka smiled, showing absolutely no remorse.

Wrong!

Tōka's smile froze at the corner of his mouth. He had used Transformation Technique, so his appearance was just that of an ordinary middle-aged man.

Why...

Could Itachi tell?

Tōka grabbed Itachi and pulled him into a dark alley.

The surrounding light dimmed instantly, and the two stared at each other, their dark eyes flickering, a strange aura emanating from them.

"Where are you going, Tōka- senpai?" Itachi broke the silence first and asked.

"Tell me first, how did you know I used Transformation Technique?" Tōka frowned deeply; this was a serious question.

While his Transformation Technique weren't exactly masterful, they were at least passable.

How old is Itachi now? His Sharingan hasn't awakened yet, so how come...?

"I'm not sure if it's Tōka- senpai." A sly glint flashed in Itachi's eyes. He had just been walking down the street when he suddenly sensed a familiar presence.

Itachi sensed Tōka's unique aura and merely tugged at his sleeve to test him.

Even if it wasn't Tōka, Itachi could pretend to have mistaken someone for someone else.

Upon hearing Itachi's words, Tōka's face instantly darkened. He had actually been fooled by a brat who was not even four years old?

At the same time, I was amazed by Itachi's insight; this is more like a big guy? He's practically a little monster.

"Are you a monkey?" Tōka scoffed, offering a weak retort.

"A monkey?" Itachi stared blankly at Tōka, looking like a child eager to learn.

"Please ignore what you just said." Tōka looked at Itachi expressionlessly, then changed the subject and asked, "What do you want with me?"

"Senior Tōka, I have learned the Genjutsu you taught me last time." Itachi stared intently at Tōka, and the surrounding scenery inexplicably changed.

This Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique!

It's a very simple, beginner-level Genjutsu that makes the opponent mistake one place for another.

"Impressive!" Tōka looked around at the scene and nodded in satisfaction.

In his view, although there were many flaws, it should be considered that Itachi was just a beginner, and it was already very good that he could do this much.

Itachi's meaning was also clear: he hoped that Tōka could teach him another Genjutsu.

"Alright, follow me." Tōka waved, signaling Itachi to come along.

Upon hearing that Tōka was willing to teach him a new technique, Itachi's usually calm face lit up with joy, and he excitedly followed Tōka outside.

As the two left the alley, the surrounding light suddenly became brighter.

Tōka led Itachi to an open-air teahouse not far from the Konoha Gate and found a secluded spot to sit down.

After simply asking for a pot of tea and sending the shopkeeper away, I left.

Tōka stared at Itachi with a smile, "This technique is much more interesting than the last one."

"Mmm!" Itachi stared intently at Tōka, afraid of missing any detail.

"This technique is called, The Fox Heart Technique!"

It makes you keep going around in circles in the same place, unable to escape the labyrinth of illusions.

Tōka explained the essence of the Jutsu Formula and the Hand Seals to Itachi, while also gesturing for Itachi to try it out, emphasizing that learning is not just about imparting theoretical knowledge.

More importantly, it's about practice; the goal, of course, can't be ordinary people.

Using Genjutsu on ordinary people is pointless.

Therefore, Tōka's requirement is that he must perfectly ensnare a ninja with the technique!

"Senior Tōka, isn't this inappropriate?" Itachi hesitated, glancing at the two Chunin at the entrance of Konoha.

His concern wasn't whether he could complete the mission, but rather what would happen after the ninja guarding the gates of Konoha fell under Genjutsu.

Even if they're just two gatekeepers, they're still Chunin!

Itachi is very talented and confident, but he still needs time to hone his skills; right now, he is just a rough diamond.

"It's alright, you'll untie them, won't you?" Tōka said with a tempting smile, still unsure how to leave Konoha.

Now it seems a method has been found; a glint of something unreadable flashed in Tōka's eyes.

Itachi thought about it for a moment and realized that this made sense. It was just a test of the Genjutsu. As long as it worked, he could immediately break it, and the other party might even think that he had just imagined it!

"Let's give it a try!" To be honest, Itachi was a little excited at the thought of Chunin!

Itachi's two small hands moved rapidly, and the little chakra in his body quickly gathered.

Buzz!

Completed, Jutsu Formula activated!

Two Chunin were chatting and joking around at the gate of Konoha when suddenly, the sky darkened and the surrounding scenery abruptly changed.

Genjutsu?!

Their hearts skipped a beat, and the thought popped into their heads instinctively.

Then a strong wave of sleepiness washed over them, and their eyelids rolled back, causing them to slam their heads against the table with a thud and fall asleep instantly.

In just three breaths, two Chunin guarding the Konoha Gate were Chunin taken down.

The hidden Anbu quickly appeared, checking on the two. Tōka's eyes narrowed as he found an opening.

Tsk...

It's very simple!

Tōka wore a Fox- like smile, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes before quickly disappearing into those dark pupils.

"Huh? It worked?" Itachi was completely dumbfounded. When did his Genjutsu become so powerful?

Can Fox Heart Technique really put someone to sleep?

Itachi frowned, recalling Tōka's words with a puzzled look. It was as if he was going around in circles in the same place, unable to escape the labyrinth of illusions.

There doesn't seem to be a clause about making someone fall asleep!

Seeing younger brother looking at him with a puzzled expression, Tōka chuckled inwardly. Of course, it couldn't be Itachi's Genjutsu.

"Hmm... it's probably because of the maze-like illusion you created. Perhaps some element in your illusion put them to a deep sleep."

Tōka without batting an eye, his serious demeanor making Itachi suspicious.

Could it really be my fault? I'm already this strong! The corners of Itachi's mouth turned up slightly, and a smile of uncontrollable joy appeared on his usually expressionless face.

"Alright, that's enough for today. You should go home now." Tōka pinched Itachi's cheek and urged him on, glancing at the darkening sky.

"Alright." Although he wanted to ask more questions about Genjutsu magic, Itachi also realized that he had been out for quite some time.

Following behind Itachi, two Uchiha Chunin in the shadows witnessed the entire scene. Although they couldn't recognize who Tōka, who had transformed into a middle-aged man, was...

But having "personally witnessed" Itachi, he used a Genjutsu to Chunin down two Chunin guarding the gates of Konoha.

This scene made the two of them completely oblivious to the ordinary middle-aged man; they were focused on telling the clan chief the good news.

Gazing at Itachi's retreating figure in the distance, Tōka drew a circle with his palm in front of him, a layer of mysterious black patterns rippling like waves.

His figure gradually disappeared from sight.

At the Uchiha home, the Uchiha Clan head Uchiha, sat in the backyard as two Uchiha ninjas reported to him on Itachi's situation that day.

Sudden!

As two unfamiliar yet familiar auras approached, Fugaku Uchiha's expression darkened slightly, Teuchi the two Uchiha ninjas.

"You may all leave now," Fugaku Uchiha said calmly.

"Yes." Although the two clansmen didn't understand, they still respectfully withdrew.

Just as the two figures disappeared at the end of the corridor, two dark shadows suddenly appeared, revealing themselves to be Anbu Guard wearing animal masks!

The Anbu of the Animal Masks, directly under the Hokage!

Fugaku Uchiha calmly took a sip of tea and gracefully set the teacup down.

He then raised his head and looked at the two Anbu, asking in a low voice, "What are your instructions Lord Hokage?"

"At 6:30 this evening, Itachi Uchiha used Genjutsu to Chunin down two Chunin guarding the Konoha Gate," an Anbu stated formally.

"This matter?" Fugaku Uchiha was secretly delighted. Coming from the Anbu, the credibility of the story was naturally much higher.

As expected of Fugaku Uchiha's son, he can Chunin down two Chunin with Genjutsu at the age of three?

Is the Uchiha's glory about to arrive?

Fugaku Uchiha didn't care who got knocked down at all. Even if Itachi killed him, he would only be happy and wouldn't blame him.

A genius of the Uchiha Clan, representing the future of the Uchiha Clan!

After a brief silence, Fugaku Uchiha's gaze fell on the ANBU Anbu who had spoken, "Tomorrow I will take Itachi to see the Lord Hokage."

As soon as he finished speaking, Fugaku Uchiha picked up his teacup once more.

Unlike the first time, although both appeared to be drinking tea, their meanings were completely different.

The first time the teacup was raised was to demonstrate the elegance of a great clan and the etiquette of Nobles; even two lowly Anbu did not need the head of the Uchiha Clan to greet them.

However, since the Anbu represent the Hokage, Fugaku Uchiha serving tea to himself without offering any to the two Anbu was both a sign of respect for the Hokage and a way of intimidating them.

Tell them, "You represent the Hokage, and the only person I respect is the Hokage."

The second time the teacup was picked up, it clearly meant to see the guest off.

Now that things have been discussed openly, serving tea is a way of saying goodbye to the guest.

"Then we'll take our leave." One of the Anbu nodded to another comrade, then said to Fugaku Uchiha.

They were just there to deliver a message; now that the message has been delivered, they should leave.

Whoosh!

The two appeared and disappeared without a trace, their presence vanishing in the blink of an eye.