Akatsuki's Attention

After the Uchiha clan's revival assembly concluded, the reputation of Uchiha Xingye spread rapidly throughout the Shinobi World.

With strength at the late Kage level, the Mangekyo Sharingan, and his status as the de facto leader of the Uchiha clan—these labels combined made Uchiha Xingye one of the most dazzling young geniuses in the Shinobi World.

However, Uchiha Xingye knew that the true test had only just begun.

Akatsuki Base

Rain Village, underground base.

Ten high platforms surrounded a central genjutsu projection, with a figure sitting upon each one.

Obito stood in the corner, watching the image of Uchiha Xingye in the projection, his eyes flickering with a complex light.

"This child," Black Zetsu slowly emerged from behind Obito, "Uchiha Xingye has already become a threat."

Obito remained silent.

He knew who Uchiha Xingye was. In the original story, Uchiha Xingye did not exist. But in this world, the appearance of Uchiha Xingye had changed everything.

The Night of the Uchiha Massacre had failed, Danzo was dead, and the Uchiha clan had been revived.

"The Eye of the Moon Plan," Black Zetsu continued, "must be accelerated."

"If we allow Uchiha Xingye to continue growing, he will become our greatest obstacle."

Obito nodded, but a trace of hesitation flashed in his eyes.

"Black Zetsu," Obito said, "are you truly certain that Uchiha Xingye will become a threat?"

Black Zetsu sneered: "He is not just a threat, but an existence capable of preventing my mother's resurrection."

"His Otsutsuki bloodline, the Mangekyo Sharingan, and that mysterious Talent Entry System... these are all powers I cannot fully control."

Obito's pupils constricted.

"Otsutsuki bloodline? Talent Entry System?"

Black Zetsu realized he had let something slip, but quickly regained his composure.

"Obito, you only need to know that Uchiha Xingye must be eliminated."

"His existence will affect the implementation of the Eye of the Moon Plan."

Obito was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "I need more information."

"To what extent has Uchiha Xingye's strength truly reached?"

"And who are the supporters behind him?"

Black Zetsu sneered: "I will investigate these matters."

"But you must be prepared; you may be needed to act at any time."

Obito nodded, his figure gradually dissipating into the darkness.

Black Zetsu watched the direction in which Obito had departed, a flicker of malice in his eyes.

"Uchiha Xingye, you didn't expect that you were already being targeted, did you?"

Uchiha Clan Grounds

Uchiha Xingye stood on a high platform within the Uchiha clan grounds, his Byakugan scanning the surrounding movements in a 360-degree radius.

He knew that the Akatsuki had already taken notice of him.

However, he was not afraid.

On the contrary, this was exactly what he wanted.

"Akatsuki," Uchiha Xingye muttered to himself, "since you have already set your sights on me, then I shall take the initiative."

Uchiha Xingye turned around and saw Itachi walking toward him.

"Brother," Itachi said, "I have heard that the Akatsuki has begun to pay attention to you."

Uchiha Xingye smiled slightly: "Itachi, this is not a bad thing."

Itachi was stunned: "Not a bad thing?"

"That's right." Uchiha Xingye nodded, "If we wait for the Akatsuki to make the first move, we will be in a passive position."

"But if we take the initiative, we can seize control of the situation."

Itachi pondered for a moment, then said: "Brother, do you mean that we are going to actively oppose the Akatsuki?"

"Not just oppose." A cold light flashed in Uchiha Xingye's eyes, "We are going to destroy the Akatsuki."

Itachi was shocked: "Destroy the Akatsuki? That is an S-rank organization of missing-nin!"

"But their goal is to collect the Tailed Beast and launch the Eye of the Moon Plan." Uchiha Xingye said, "Once this plan succeeds, the entire Shinobi World will fall into a genjutsu."

"I will not let such a thing happen."

Itachi fell silent. He knew that his brother was right. The Akatsuki's plan had to be stopped.

"Brother," Itachi said solemnly, "I will follow you and fight against the Akatsuki together."

Uchiha Xingye patted Itachi on the shoulder: "Very good, Itachi."

"Next, we need to formulate a detailed plan."

Konoha, Hokage Building.

Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi sat in the Hokage office, staring at the intelligence in his hands with a furrowed brow.

"Xingye," the Third Hokage muttered to himself, "are you truly going to take the initiative to oppose the Akatsuki?"

He knew of Uchiha Xingye's strength; the late-stage Kage level and the Mangekyo Sharingan were no falsehoods.

However, the Akatsuki...

Every member of the Akatsuki was an S-rank missing-nin, and among them were powerhouses like Itachi, Kisame, and Deidara.

Behind the Akatsuki, there even lurked a mastermind like Obito.

"Xingye," the Third Hokage sighed, "are you truly prepared?"

Just then, a knock sounded at the door.

"Lord Hokage," Ibiki said as he pushed the door open, "Uchiha Xingye requests an audience."

The Third Hokage nodded, "Let him in."

Xingye walked into the Hokage office, his demeanor respectful yet neither servile nor overbearing.

"Lord Third," Xingye said, "I have come today to discuss the matter of the Akatsuki with you."

The Third Hokage looked at Xingye and remained silent for a moment, "Xingye, do you know the strength of the Akatsuki?"

"I do." Xingye nodded, "The Akatsuki has ten S-rank missing-nin, many of whom are Kage-level powerhouses."

"However, I also know that the Akatsuki's goal is to collect the Tailed Beast and launch the Eye of the Moon Plan."

"Once this plan succeeds, the entire Shinobi World will be plunged into an illusion."

The Third Hokage fell silent. He knew Xingye was right. The Akatsuki's plan was indeed a massive threat.

"Xingye," the Third Hokage said, "what do you intend to do?"

"I want to strike first." A cold glint flashed in Xingye's eyes, "Track down the Akatsuki members and defeat them one by one."

"At the same time, gather intelligence on the Akatsuki and expose their conspiracy."

"Ultimately, destroy the Akatsuki and stop the Eye of the Moon Plan."

The Third Hokage looked at Xingye, remaining silent for a long time.

"Xingye," the Third Hokage finally spoke, "do you know what this means?"

"It means that Konoha will officially become an enemy of the Akatsuki."

Xingye nodded, "I understand."

"However, the threat of the Akatsuki cannot be ignored."

"If we do not stop them now, the price we pay in the future will be even more devastating."

The Third Hokage was silent for another moment, then nodded.

"Very well, Xingye. I support you."

"But you must be careful. The Akatsuki is not so easily dealt with."

Xingye smiled slightly, "Lord Third, rest assured."

"I am already prepared."

System Notification

Just as Xingye prepared to leave the Hokage office, the system's voice suddenly rang out.

[System Notification: Akatsuki threat detected]

[New mission acquired: Destroy the Akatsuki]

[Mission rewards: Rinnegan (Red), Otsutsuki Divinity (Mythical)]

[Mission deadline: Complete within two years]

Xingye felt a surge of joy.

Rinnegan! Otsutsuki Divinity! These were mythical-grade entries, worth a fortune.

However, the mission deadline was only two years.

Destroying the Akatsuki within two years was certainly no simple task.

But Xingye believed he could do it.

Because he was no longer fighting alone.

Behind him stood the Uchiha clan, Konoha, and the entire Shinobi World.

Returning to the Uchiha Compound.

Xingye returned to the Uchiha compound, where Fugaku and Itachi had been waiting for some time.

"Xingye," Fugaku said, "what was the Third Hokage's attitude?"

"The Third Hokage supports us," Xingye said. "Konoha will officially become an enemy of the Akatsuki."

Fugaku nodded. "Very well."

"However, we need to formulate a detailed plan."

"The Akatsuki has ten members, and not a single one of them should be underestimated."

Xingye nodded. "I have already thought it through."

"First, we need to establish an intelligence network to track the movements of the Akatsuki members."

"Second, we need to unite the forces of the various nations to form an allied army."

"Finally, we need to take the initiative and defeat the Akatsuki members one by one."

Itachi asked, "Brother, which member shall we confront first?"

Xingye pondered for a moment, then said, "Kisame Hoshigaki."

"Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of the Akatsuki, was once one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist."

"His strength is formidable, but his weaknesses are also quite obvious."

"He is sensitive to the chakra of strong individuals and is easily lured."

"Furthermore, his personality is relatively straightforward, unlike the other treacherous members of the Akatsuki."

"He is our first target."

Fugaku nodded. "Good, we shall do as you say."

"I will arrange for the elites of the Uchiha clan to begin tracking Kisame Hoshigaki's trail."

Xingye nodded. "Father Fugaku, Itachi, we are going to be very busy for the next period of time."

"However, I believe we can destroy the Akatsuki."

Itachi's eyes flashed with a firm light. "Brother, I will always follow you."

Fugaku also patted Xingye on the shoulder. "Son, the future of the Uchiha clan is in your hands."

Xingye looked at Fugaku and Itachi, a smile curling at the corners of his mouth.

"The three of us, the Uchiha Big Three, will lead the entire clan toward a new era of glory."

Night fell, and the Uchiha compound descended into tranquility.

Xingye stood alone on a high platform, gazing at the distant sky.

The stars twinkled, as if whispering something.

"Akatsuki," Xingye muttered to himself, "your doomsday is approaching."

Just then, the system's voice rang out again.

[System Notification: Kisame Hoshigaki is predicted to appear near Yugakure soon]

[Suggestion: Depart immediately and prepare for the first battle]

A cold glint flashed in Xingye's eyes.

"Kisame Hoshigaki, then let me start with you."

Xingye turned around, preparing to set off.

But at that moment, Itachi's figure appeared behind him.

"Brother," Itachi said, "I will go with you."

Xingye nodded. "Very well, Itachi."

"Then let us go together and give the Akatsuki a taste of what is to come."

The two figures flashed and vanished into the night.

Two of the Uchiha Big Three had already embarked on their journey to confront the Akatsuki.

And their first target was none other than Kisame Hoshigaki.