Reliable Itachi
"I will definitely do my best, but kidnapping Tailed Beast and luring the Fourth Hokage out seem to conflict. If the Tailed Beast goes missing, the Hokage will definitely be on alert..."
Uchiha Itachi spoke respectfully, voicing his doubts: the two missions were somewhat conflicting, and the timing couldn't be controlled with such precision.
Danzo was not displeased by Itachi's doubts; on the contrary, he was even happier.
What does this mean? It means that Uchiha Itachi wasn't acting; he genuinely wanted to follow me in starting a revolution.
"Itachi, what's your opinion?"
Danzo asked softly. Danzo actually only wanted to control the Tailed Beast and kill the Fourth Hokage. Both goals were important, and he would be willing to accomplish either one.
As long as he has the Tailed Beast, he can barely make use of it with his Wood Release Ninjutsu and Sharingan. The village will definitely be hesitant to act against Tailed Beast since he controls the Nine-Tails.
Uchiha Itachi pondered for a moment, then raised his head and said:
"Danzo, I believe that both are mutually exclusive. Protecting the Tailed Beast is very important, but eliminating the tyrannical leader is equally important! The choice between the two is up to you, Danzo."
Uchiha Itachi spoke respectfully, expressing his opinion that he was indeed only skilled in Ninjutsu and killing, and that he was not as experienced as the old man in front of him in terms of planning and coordination.
Danzo was now certain that Uchiha Itachi was on his side, unlike Shisui before, who was open to anything and everything. In Danzo's eyes, that attitude was clearly unreliable, which made Danzo wary.
As it turned out, Shisui did not agree with his idea; he just wanted to keep him calm and then go back to inform on him. Fortunately, he acted decisively, abandoning the stronghold and running away.
Uchiha Itachi was not only awaiting Danzo's decision, but also considering the feasibility himself. After pondering for a while, Uchiha Itachi's thoughts gradually became clear, and he said in a deep voice:
"I think the best course of action is to lure the Hokage into the ambush area first. If that succeeds, then there's no need for the rest. If the lure fails, I'll find a way to bring the Tailed Beast out and protect it. That's the safest approach."
Danzo pondered for a moment upon hearing these words.
Danzo was well aware of the information regarding Konoha's Nine-Tails Jinchuriki; the Nine-Tails' guardian was the Yellow Flash, Namikaze Minato throughout the ninja Shinobi World.
To steal Jinchuriki right under Namikaze Minato's nose is a task no less difficult than assassinating the Fourth Hokage.
If a ninja like the Yellow Flash appeared in the Shinobi World, all nations could simply abandon their missions without considering it a failure. To actually fight Namikaze Minato would be almost the same as committing suicide; this is a lesson learned the hard way by all nations.
The only way to succeed is to distract Namikaze Minato or take advantage of his Namikaze Minato, taking advantage of his unpreparedness while he is not paying attention. In short, the complexity and difficulty are a bit too high.
Moreover, kidnapping the Nine-Tails first would alert the Fourth Hokage, Uchiha Nara, and put the Konoha High Command on guard. Luring the Fourth Hokage into a trap could lead to trouble.
He himself hasn't taken any action yet; only the Fourth Hokage is determined to suppress him. If Uchiha Itachi out, the chances of success would be quite high.
Although killing the Fourth Hokage would be very difficult, it was his primary objective. Whether it was to seize power or to carry out the Second Hokage's will, he could not allow the Fourth Hokage to continue sitting on the Hokage throne.
Danzo pondered for a long time. Now he had mastered the forbidden Sharingan technique Izanagi, and he also had ten Sharingan on his arms. He possessed Wood Release Chakra, and although his physical functions looked old, his physical strength was actually great.
With himself, the Wood Release ninja Red Ogre, Uchiha Itachi as an inside agent, and a group of subordinates assisting him, as long as the Fourth Hokage is lured out, killing him will be no problem.
"Itachi! You're right, so let's do it your way. Come with me!"
Danzo shouted and turned to head towards his secret hideout.
"Hi!"
Uchiha Itachi hurriedly followed, traveling quickly behind Danzo and his Danzo.
A short while later, Uchiha Itachi followed Danzo, slipping through a large tree and entering the passage.
After traversing through a dark passage, we arrived at an underground base. The base had been hollowed out, with a cross-shaped wooden bridge in the center and numerous caves in the walls.
The group arrived at a small plaza in the middle of the bridge. Danzo turned around, faced Uchiha Itachi, and said solemnly:
"Itachi! This is one of our secret strongholds. When the time comes, you will lure Uchiha Nara here by claiming that you have discovered my stronghold. If you can get Uchiha Nara without any guards, or with as few guards as possible, that would be best."
Danzo went all out. This base was a comprehensive base for Danzo's training and experimentation, with a large number of personnel and was quite important. The other bases were all developed around this one.
If this stronghold is destroyed, Danzo will be forced to retreat to other small or medium-sized strongholds.
When Uchiha Itachi awakened his Mangekyō Sharingan in front of him, his emotions were definitely not faked; he must have been a reliable person capable of bearing the darkness.
When Uchiha Nara against him, he will never have imagined that Uchiha Fugaku's son, his own cousin Uchiha Itachi, would betray him. With a calculated attack on the unsuspecting, Konoha will be saved.
Uchiha Itachi remained expressionless as he looked around the secret base for a while. On the top of the base, many large lights shone like the sun and moon, illuminating the base clearly.
"If the Fourth Hokage arrives here, and with the added barrier, everything will be foolproof. Danzo, for the sake of Konoha, I thank you for your trouble!"
After examining Uchiha Itachi Danzo a very solemn request.
"I have been lying in wait for a long time, and I thought Konoha was doomed. I never expected to see a man of such vision as you. Itachi, I was right about you. You are a hero who can shoulder the responsibility of Konoha!"
Danzo was incredibly excited. His right arm had fully adapted, and it was the perfect time to take action. He never expected to receive such genuine help from Uchiha Itachi.
Recalling his past discussions with Shisui and Itachi, the ideas of the Will of Fire and the Will of Root, the mission of a ninja— Shisui had strayed from all of this, but Uchiha Itachi had always adhered to it.
"Danzo, I will lure the Fourth Hokage here as soon as possible. I think we should be able to complete this mission within a week."
After a moment's thought, Uchiha Itachi estimated the timeframe for his mission and concluded that he would definitely have a chance to lure the Fourth Hokage within a week.
"No, only three days. Itachi, this matter cannot be delayed; it must be dealt with as soon as possible!"
Danzo coldly shortened the mission time. "Go back and report the discovery of the Root's base. Just see if the Fourth Hokage comes. Why take seven days? This young man is still a bit slow."
"Three days? Hmm, that's about right."
Upon hearing Danzo's words, Uchiha Itachi pondered for a moment, then agreed without refutation.
"Danzo, given the Fourth Hokage's formidable strength, please ensure you are fully prepared! Farewell!"
Uchiha Itachi gave a word of advice, then vanished from the spot and returned the way he came.
Danzo watched Itachi's departing figure, a look of admiration in his eyes.
Uchiha Itachi was unaware that he had just escaped death. After leaving the base, he traversed the forest, heading back towards Konoha.
"Shisui, I will help you fulfill the belief you entrusted to Danzo."
Itachi frowned, a hint of sadness in his eyes, as he leaped and darted through the forest, his thoughts drifting far away.