Danzo's Killing Intent

After Orochimaru's probe failed, Danzo could no longer sit still.

In the conference room of the Root base, Danzo summoned his most elite Root ninja. The atmosphere in the room was heavy; all the Root ninja knelt respectfully on the ground, awaiting Danzo's orders.

"Since even Orochimaru has failed, it seems I must take action myself." Danzo's voice was gloomy and cold, a dangerous glint flashing in his single eye. "That Uchiha Xingye has become our greatest threat."

A Root jonin raised his head and said respectfully, "Lord Danzo, Xingye's strength is indeed formidable. It is said he just repelled Orochimaru."

"Orochimaru?" Danzo sneered. "That traitor only causes trouble. However, since even he failed, it confirms that Xingye possesses significant power."

"Then what should we do?" another Root ninja asked.

Danzo remained silent for a moment, a trace of killing intent flashing in his eyes.

"Dispatch the most elite Root unit and prepare to assassinate Xingye," Danzo ordered. "This time, failure is not an option."

"Understood!" the Root ninja replied in unison.

That night, six Root jonin quietly infiltrated the Uchiha compound. They were the most elite ninja in Root, skilled in assassination and stealth operations. A cold, murderous aura radiated from each of them.

But Xingye's Byakugan had long since detected their presence.

"Danzo, you are still as impatient as ever." Standing on the roof of the compound, Xingye watched the Root ninja infiltrating below, a cold smirk curling his lips. "Since you want to play, I will play along to the end."

Xingye did not choose a frontal assault; instead, he began a counterattack.

He utilized the terrain of the compound to engage the Root ninja in guerrilla warfare. Every Root ninja thought they were hunting Xingye, but each time, it was merely one of his Shadow Clone Technique.

"Shadow Clone Technique?" A Root ninja stared in shock as the Xingye clone before him vanished.

Just then, a kunai struck from behind, piercing the Root ninja's shoulder.

"What?!" The Root ninja turned around to see the real Xingye.

"You are too slow," Xingye said coldly.

Lightning Release: Chidori!

The blinding flash of lightning struck the Root ninja instantly, sending him flying.

The other Root ninja heard the commotion and rushed to provide support.

But Xingye had already vanished.

"He's over there!" another Root ninja pointed to a distant rooftop.

Xingye stood on the roof, looking down coldly at the Root ninja below.

"Are you here to throw your lives away?" Xingye's voice was calm, but his eyes shimmered with a dangerous light.

The Root ninja immediately launched their attacks.

Wind Release: Vacuum Wave! Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique! Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet!

Various ninjutsu attacked Xingye simultaneously, forming a powerful wave of destruction.

But Xingye was prepared.

Susanoo!

Orange chakra formed a massive samurai armor, enveloping Xingye and blocking all incoming attacks.

"Susanoo?!" The Root ninja were stunned.

"Uchiha Xingye has actually activated Susanoo?" one Root ninja said in disbelief. "How is this possible?"

"It seems the intelligence was wrong," another Root ninja remarked. "Xingye's strength far exceeds our imagination."

Xingye sneered, and his Susanoo, wielding a chakra blade, slashed toward the Root ninja.

BOOM!

With a single strike, three Root ninja were sent flying, crashing heavily to the ground and losing their ability to fight.

[Obtained Traits: Anbu Tactics (Blue), Perception (Green), Wind Release (Green), Chakra Control (Green), Body Flicker Technique (Green), Sealing Technique (Blue)]

The system's notification chimed in Xingye's mind.

Xingye was overjoyed.

These talents were incredibly practical, especially the Sealing Technique and Anbu Tactics, which would be of great help to his future.

"The remaining three," Xingye looked at the last three Root ninja and said coldly, "do you want to die as well?"

The Root ninja exchanged glances, their eyes filled with fear.

"Retreat!"

One of the Root ninja shouted, preparing to flee.

"Trying to run?" Xingye sneered. "None of you are leaving today."

Body Flicker Technique!

Xingye appeared instantly before the three Root ninja, his chakra blade slashing directly at them.

BOOM!

All three Root ninja were struck down, rendered unable to continue the fight.

Xingye retracted his Susanoo, looking down at the six Root ninja on the ground.

"Tell Danzo," Xingye said coldly, "if he still wants to come after me, he had better be prepared to pay the price."

The Root ninja dared not retort and scrambled to flee the Uchiha compound.

The next day, Danzo received the news: all six Root jonin had failed.

"This child... he is actually this strong..." Danzo was shocked. "Susanoo? When did he awaken Susanoo?"

"And he defeated six Root jonin..." Complex emotions flickered in Danzo's single eye. "It seems Xingye's strength far exceeds our imagination."

"Lord Danzo, what should we do?" a Root ninja asked.

Danzo remained silent for a moment, a hint of malice flashing in his eyes.

"We must accelerate preparations for the Night of the Uchiha Massacre," Danzo ordered. "At the same time, contact other villages to see if they have any interest in dealing with the Uchiha clan."

"Understood."

But Xingye was already secretly gathering evidence of Danzo's plot to carry out the massacre.

"Danzo, I have already grasped your entire plan." Xingye looked at the intelligence he had collected, a dangerous light flickering in his eyes. "Next, it will be your doomsday."

[System Prompt: Prophet skill triggered]

[Prophecy: Danzo will hold a secret meeting in three days to discuss the specific details of the massacre plan]

[Suggestion: Infiltrate the meeting and collect more evidence]

Xingye nodded.

"Three days from now... perfect. I can deal him a fatal blow just when Danzo is at his most arrogant."

Xingye continued to gather intelligence in the shadows while simultaneously strengthening his own power.

The power of the Mangekyo Sharingan was growing ever stronger, but the side effects were becoming increasingly apparent. Every time he used it, Xingye's eyes would ache, and his vision was steadily declining.

"It seems I need to find a way to obtain the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan..." Xingye pondered to himself.

The Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan was an upgraded version of the Mangekyo Sharingan, possessing not only greater power but also no side effects. It was said that to obtain the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, one had to transplant the eyes of a relative or another user of the Mangekyo Sharingan.

"Itachi..." Xingye thought of his younger brother. "Although I am reluctant, for the sake of the entire Uchiha clan, I may have to make a sacrifice."

Xingye shook his head, temporarily pushing the complicated issue aside.

"The priority right now is Danzo." Xingye mused. "Once Danzo is dealt with, the other threats will be much easier to handle."

Just then, Fugaku walked in.

"Xingye," Fugaku looked at his son, complex emotions flickering in his eyes. "Is there any movement from Danzo's side?"

"Father, Danzo is plotting a massacre plan," Xingye said calmly. "But I am already secretly collecting evidence, and I will be able to completely destroy his plan very soon."

Fugaku nodded, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes.

"I knew you would have a way." Fugaku patted Xingye on the shoulder. "But you must be careful; that old fox Danzo is not easy to deal with."

"I will be careful," Xingye said.

Fugaku was silent for a moment, then said, "Xingye, I have a request."

"Please speak, Father."

"If... if something really happens," Fugaku looked at Xingye, his eyes filled with reluctance, "I hope you can protect Itachi and protect the future of our Uchiha clan."

Xingye looked at his father, a wave of emotion washing over him.

"Father, rest assured." Xingye said earnestly. "I will definitely protect Itachi and protect the future of our Uchiha clan. No matter what, I will not let the Night of the Uchiha Massacre repeat itself."

Fugaku nodded, a look of gratification shining in his eyes.

"I believe in you, Xingye."