I'll Remember Both of You

Uchiha Kei and Namikaze Minato talked for a long time. Uchiha Kei could tell that Namikaze Minato was quite friendly towards him.

This made Uchiha Kei quite happy. Although Namikaze Minato died less than a year after taking office, Uchiha Kei might still be able to gain some benefits during the time before his death.

Uchiha Kei was also thinking about what to do in the future. After all, whoever came to this world and became a member of this clan, Uchiha Kei had no choice but to accept it.

Danzo and the Third Hokage were not good people; both were extremely cunning and hypocritical.

The only difference was that Danzo completely displayed his cunning for everyone to see, then hypocritically claimed that "everything he did was for Konoha."

As for the Third Hokage, he completely displayed his "tolerance and benevolence" as Hokage in a hypocritical manner, but the major ninja clans of Konoha probably knew best what he was like behind the scenes.

It could not be denied that these two managed Konoha well during their tenure, but as they grew older, the outwardly glorious tree of Konoha inevitably began to rot from within.

Power was the best catalyst. These two might not have been completely at odds, but they were definitely not in complete agreement. Even so, their views on certain matters were absolutely aligned.

Turning the Fourth Hokage into his puppet was the Third Hokage's masterpiece. If he hadn't had such intentions, he wouldn't have resumed the Hokage election and taken the position himself after the Fourth Hokage's death.

In his eyes, he was probably the best Hokage.

Although Danzo might have interfered, don't forget there was also the Jonin trust vote. Danzo's highest achievement to date was only acting Hokage.

Speaking of Danzo, this guy was also a greedy individual. His infiltration of the Anbu and his control over Root were clear indications of his motives.

The Anbu was the most complex unit in the Konoha ninja establishment. They were mysterious and powerful fighters, skilled in assassination and protection. Only the Hokage could control this unit.

"Rest well, you'll be able to return soon, and your team will too. It's because of you that the war situation has become basically clear."

Namikaze Minato didn't know what Uchiha Kei was thinking. He smiled at Uchiha Kei and stood up, preparing to leave.

Turning back, Uchiha Kei shook his head, too lazy to think about these things anymore. Watching Namikaze Minato turn and leave, Uchiha Kei could only wish him good luck.

Namikaze Minato's strength was indeed formidable, that was beyond doubt. Uchiha Kei still remembered the scene he saw after dealing with the four Iwa Ninja.

Vast Rasengan, emitting a terrifying aura, rained down. With violent explosions and the Five-Tails' screams, the battle truly came to an end.

Uchiha Kei couldn't forget how stunned he was at the time. He suddenly realized that he had picked up a life from him, and his luck was indeed good.

No wonder Namikaze Minato had beaten Uchiha Obito when he attacked Konoha. Although Obito lost an eye, his control over the Sharingan and Mangekyo Sharingan was nothing Uchiha Kei could compare to now.

However, Uchiha Kei felt that if he had Obito's level, he might have a great chance of winning against Namikaze Minato.

"You use your Flying Thunder God, and the moment you appear, I'll use 'Time Stop' and snap your neck."

Uchiha Kei thought to himself. He wasn't sure what would happen to his eyes after using it, but at least Uchiha Kei did have a way to defeat Namikaze Minato.

Lying down on the stone bed, Uchiha Kei let his mind wander. At this moment, he suddenly remembered a problem: he seemed to have underestimated Imai Kenta.

Although Uchiha Kei had always considered Imai Kenta to be quite capable, he now realized that he might have still underestimated him.

As Iwa Ninja guarding the Great Bridge, how could they be ordinary characters?

But when Uchiha Kei saw Imai Kenta yesterday, he noticed that although the guy had some scratches and his Chakra consumption was high, he had completed the mission and returned alive.

This could only mean one thing: this guy had defeated the Iwa Ninja hidden under the bridge, even killed him, and completed the mission. This guy was indeed not simple.

"In comparison, Hyuga Aya is a bit worse off."

Uchiha Kei rubbed his chin, then suddenly froze: "Wait, could this woman have done it on purpose? Back then, Kakashi was seriously injured. Whether as Kakashi's teammate or based on the severity of their injuries, Nohara Rin would prioritize treating Kakashi. Then Hyuga Aya..."

Uchiha Kei had been quite envious of Hyuga Aya's injury before. This made him realize that Hyuga Aya might have indeed done it on purpose!

As a woman who had survived on the battlefield for so long, it was unlikely she would be defeated so easily by an Iwa Ninja Jonin, especially since she was a member of the Hyuga Clan.

Uchiha Kei knew very well that Hyuga Aya detested him. This was not just about the clan's Dojutsu, nor just about the degree of Kekkei Genkai manifestation, but because they were the same kind of people.

Uchiha Kei didn't care that Hyuga Aya was unhappy with him. Anyone would be unhappy if someone they considered weak was their Captain.

Furthermore, there was some friction between the Uchiha Clan and the Hyuga Clan, which naturally amplified this unhappiness.

Even if Uchiha Kei could deal with some Iwa Ninja Jonin through sneak attacks, that was only limited to sneak attacks when the opponent was unprepared. Hyuga Aya must have believed that she could easily deal with Uchiha Kei with the Hyuga's defensive capabilities.

But after Uchiha Kei "awakened the Sharingan," everything changed. And with Hyuga Aya having "offended" Uchiha Kei, coupled with the mission being very dangerous, the possibility of her intentionally injuring herself increased infinitely!

"This woman." Thinking of this, Uchiha Kei felt a mix of amusement and exasperation. Did he really have to kill her on Konoha's front lines?

Or kill his teammate within Konoha?

Uchiha Kei would not do such a thing. Besides, although this woman was annoying, Uchiha Kei was not yet prepared to draw a line on his forehead protector.

As for during a mission?

Uchiha Kei wouldn't necessarily make a move either, because this woman's abilities were far more valuable for blocking Ninjutsu and enemies than dying by his hand.

Now, this woman was already on her way back to Konohagakure. She was returning with Kakashi. She probably didn't expect that he and Imai Kenta would also be returning now, did she?

"I'm really looking forward to the look in this woman's eyes when she sees me again."

Uchiha Kei thought maliciously: "I really underestimated you, not just you, but Imai Kenta as well. But I've taken note of both of you."