A Difficult Choice!

In the Naruto anime, Danzo successfully gouged out Shisui's right eye.

But in this current ninja world, thanks to Sasuke's intervention, Danzo failed to obtain Shisui's eye. This realization made Sasuke understand that as long as he put in the effort, he could alter the events that were yet to come.

As for the tragic massacre of the Uchiha Clan two years later, Sasuke was determined to work even harder to change that outcome.

The day after the Shisui incident, Sasuke naturally followed Kakashi to carry out missions. Their team now worked with incredible synergy; no matter the mission, they could resolve it in no time.

After finishing their morning tasks, Sasuke temporarily halted his training and headed toward the Uchiha Clan's Naka Shrine.

Upon arriving at Naka Shrine, Sasuke had only one goal: to find Obito!

Shisui nearly being finished off by Danzo yesterday served as a wake-up call for Sasuke. In the ninja world, if a ninja lacks overwhelming power, the Grim Reaper will walk beside you at every moment—to put it simply, it is very easy to die.

Having transmigrated from the real world less than a year ago, although Sasuke had already awakened the Sharingan and learned the Chidori, these were far from enough. It was completely unrealistic to expect to become a super-powered ninja in such a short time.

Sasuke knew this well, so in order to protect the Uchiha Clan, he decided to seek Obito's help. Even though he didn't know if Obito would agree, Sasuke intended to try anyway.

"Hey, Masked Man, are you there?"

Walking into Naka Shrine, Sasuke called out rather foolishly toward the empty space.

In truth, Sasuke wanted to call out Obito's name directly, but considering he would have to explain too much if Obito actually appeared, he simply used the title "Masked Man."

"Masked Man, I know you're here!"

Seeing no response, Sasuke didn't give up; he looked around and shouted.

"I saw you that night. Come out, let's be friends!"

"Uh... this is a bit awkward!"

After shouting for a long time without seeing Obito appear, Sasuke could only scratch his head sheepishly.

"Maybe Obito really isn't here right now!"

Glancing around the empty Naka Shrine once more, Sasuke muttered to himself.

After saying these slightly helpless words, Sasuke turned and slowly walked away.

After Sasuke left, a distorted, ethereal figure materialized on the roof of Naka Shrine.

"Little brat, let's meet again if there's a chance!"

A low voice echoed out, and the figure quickly twisted and vanished.

Although Konoha is just a village, its area is vast. To prevent enemy infiltration, Konoha has established spherical barriers both underground and in the sky, which significantly reduces the number of guards needed.

However, for the sake of safety, reconnaissance teams are stationed outside the barriers. Every few hours, these teams patrol to safeguard Konoha.

Because Anbu members frequently go out to familiarize themselves with the barrier codes, they are sometimes assigned to patrol outside the barriers when there are no special missions.

As dusk approached, Itachi, having returned from his patrol, finished the handover with the relief squad.

Just as Itachi intended to return to the Anbu to report, two masked Root members suddenly appeared.

"Itachi, Lord Danzo has something to discuss with you!"

Hearing the words of the Root members, Itachi's heart skipped a beat. His eyes darted around as his thoughts raced: Does Danzo want to take my Sharingan?

After all, Danzo had only moved against Shisui yesterday, so it was no wonder Itachi would have such thoughts.

After weighing his options, Itachi nodded after a long moment. He still intended to meet with Danzo; as one of Konoha's high-ranking officials, Itachi truly had no way to refuse.

The dim underground passage was filled with a complex network of pipes. Although this place was inconspicuous, it was the base for Root, an important organization in Konoha.

When the Second Hokage first took control of Konoha, he established the Anbu, which gathered many excellent ninjas. Root, however, was organized by Danzo to form the dark side of Konoha. Although Konoha appeared bright and sunny, it still needed to perform deeds that couldn't see the light of day, and these tasks were handled by "Root."

After bringing Itachi here, the two Root members quickly departed, and Danzo stepped out from the shadows, one step at a time.

"Itachi, I know you are wondering why I have summoned you!"

Stopping a short distance from Itachi, Danzo spoke in a low voice.

Itachi stared at Danzo, offering no response.

"Forget it, I'll tell you directly!" Danzo's half-squinted left eye slowly opened as he said with a grim expression, "Last night, the Third Hokage made a decision: Konoha will use all its power to annihilate your Uchiha Clan!"

"Annihilate the Uchiha Clan?"

After Danzo's words fell, Itachi's body trembled instantly. At the same time, his face turned ghastly pale from shock.

Although he knew the relationship between Konoha and the Uchiha Clan had deteriorated to an irreconcilable point, Itachi truly could not believe that the Third Hokage would make such a decision.

"Itachi, you should know very well that with the Uchiha Clan's current strength, it is impossible to resist the village. Nothing awaits the Uchiha Clan but destruction..."

Watching the shocked and panicked expression on Itachi's face, Danzo continued.

Although he loathed Danzo's words, Itachi knew they were the truth.

Konoha had the Anbu, the Root organization, and over a dozen powerful clans like the Hyuga Clan, the Nara Clan, and the Aburame Clan. Combined, these forces were something even the Uchiha Clan at its peak could never hope to contend with.

"If that is the case, then what is your purpose in calling me here today?"

Staring fixedly at Danzo, Itachi's breathing grew rapid, and his voice sounded somewhat hoarse.

"Where there is conflict, there are casualties. To minimize the losses for Konoha, both the Third Hokage and I hope you can complete a mission!"

Since Itachi had broached the main topic, Danzo did not hesitate. With a solemn expression, he said to Itachi in a deep voice.

"A mission? What kind of mission?"

Danzo's words immediately startled Itachi, who then asked in return.

"If the village takes action against the Uchiha Clan, the Uchiha Clan will be wiped out... including your young and ignorant brother. But if you act beforehand to exterminate the Uchiha Clan, your brother can still be saved."

A trace of malice overflowed from Danzo's eyes as he responded in a low tone.

"The mission you speak of is for me to exterminate the Uchiha Clan?"

Although Danzo had not stated it explicitly, Itachi already understood his meaning.

"This is also the only way to save your brother!"

Danzo did not deny it and added.

Knowing that Itachi's weakness lay in his beloved brother, Danzo's words carried even greater impact for Itachi.

"Are you threatening me?"

Hearing Danzo keep bringing up Sasuke, Itachi clenched his fists and said coldly.

"No... I hope you can make the right choice! As long as you complete the mission, I guarantee that your brother will be allowed to grow up in Konoha, and you will be able to continue living outside as a rogue ninja."

"Itachi, whether you can preserve the name of the Uchiha and keep their bloodline alive depends entirely on you!"

Looking at Itachi, Danzo shook his head and then sighed.

Taking a deep breath, Itachi felt particularly conflicted. After a moment of silence, he finally said helplessly, "I cannot make a decision right now; I need to consider it!"

"Itachi, I will give you one day!"

Danzo did not want Itachi to stall for time, so he replied indifferently.

After hearing Danzo's words, Itachi did not respond; he dragged his heavy footsteps and turned to leave!

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