The Kaleidoscope of Water's Sharingan

Once Danzo and Shisui had departed, the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, clapped his hands, and a figure pushed the door open and entered, dressed in Anbu attire and wearing a mask.

"Kakashi, what is your take on this matter?"

Wearing his mask with only one eye visible, Kakashi pondered for a moment before answering:

"Without seeing it with my own eyes, I cannot form an accurate opinion!"

"However, judging by the words of both Shisui and Itachi, there is a high probability that this is true!"

"As for the true identity and real motives of that Uchiha Zhoucheng, they require further observation!"

"Shisui said that on the surface, he appears to be nothing more than a genin, yet his name does not exist in Konoha's ninja archives."

"But that is not strange; there are many such people within those great clans!"

Just then, a knock sounded at the door of the Hokage's office, and both Kakashi and the Third ceased their conversation.

The Third signaled for Kakashi to remain, then called out toward the door:

"Come in!"

A youth walked in, also dressed in Anbu attire, though he wore no mask on his face.

"Itachi, you've arrived!"

"Shisui has already told me everything about your experiences today!"

"You have had close contact with Zhoucheng; I need you to give me a definitive answer: just how strong is Zhoucheng?"

"Is the act of giving out rewards a trick, or is it real?"

Itachi's expression turned solemn as he recalled the events.

"It is real!"

"Senior Zhoucheng is absolutely a great person!"

"Because he has no attachments, he seeks only death, setting up that arena under the pretext of wishing to die."

"However, in my view, he is doing it to benefit others before he passes!"

"He offers all sorts of rewards to others, and the only price is that you must attack him!"

Kakashi's brows furrowed tightly; how could such a person exist in this world?

"Could it not be some large-scale genjutsu?"

"Perhaps you have all fallen under his illusion!"

Itachi looked at Kakashi with some surprise; who was this person?

"Do not forget, my surname is Uchiha, and I am an Uchiha who has awakened the Sharingan; genjutsu is useless against me!"

"Furthermore, when I attacked him the second time, I used a genjutsu. I could accurately sense that he had fallen under my technique, but within a second, the genjutsu lost all effect!"

The Third was startled—genjutsu was ineffective?

That was truly terrifying!

Could he really be some ancient monster? Why does he appear so young?

Is it similar to that girl Tsunade's Strength of a Hundred Seal?

"Tomorrow, you go and see for yourself as well!"

Kakashi nodded and then walked out of the office.

"What does your father say? Is he still going to support the Uchiha clan in launching a coup?"

Itachi's face immediately turned grim; this matter was driving him to the brink of madness!

On one side was the village he deeply loved, and on the other was his own kin; how was he to choose?

"Lord Hokage, please give me a little more time; I will definitely find a solution!"

The Third took a puff of his pipe, his expression remaining unchanged amidst the swirling smoke.

"I am not in such a rush; there is still time!"

"But Danzo does not have as much patience as I do!"

With just two sentences, the Third placed immense pressure on Itachi, who felt as though two mountains were pressing down upon his back.

Yet who would pity him? He was, after all, only a teenager.

Inadvertently, he thought of Zhoucheng and that arena.

Perhaps at Senior Zhoucheng's place, one could truly find a way to resolve this matter.

No, I must train harder!

I must strive to obtain higher-tier rewards.

"Lord Hokage, I shall take my leave!"

Shisui followed Danzo to the Root headquarters.

Danzō scrutinized Shisui carefully; his aura had changed!

"You've grown stronger again!"

At this moment, Shisui had yet to discover Danzō's true colors, and he held the Will of Fire in the highest regard.

He trusted Danzō and Hiruzen Sarutobi deeply, so he spoke of his situation without the slightest hesitation.

"I have awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan!"

"It is the legendary eye that surpasses the three-tomoe!"

"The strongest heavenly eye that sees through the three realms, a dōjutsu capable of shaking the heavens and moving the earth!"

Danzō's eyes narrowed—the legendary Mangekyō!

He was truly worthy of being recognized as the strongest of the younger generation in the Uchiha clan!

Such talent was enough to make anyone envious!

"Rest assured, Lord Danzō. The dōjutsu I possess is quite unique. If this incident cannot be resolved peacefully, I will use it to control Clan Head Fugaku and prevent the Uchiha clan's rebellion!"

Danzō's pupils dilated instantly. In other words, his dōjutsu could control others just like a genjutsu!

What a powerful and magnificent dōjutsu!

Such power is something only I am worthy of possessing!

The way he looked at Shisui had already quietly changed.

"What is your take on Uchiha Zhoucheng?"

"Is he just putting on a show?"

Shisui shook his head. How could Senior Zhoucheng be putting on a show?

Any one of those miraculous treasures he brought out would cause a massive uproar!

Everyone would fight until they were bloodied and the fields were littered with corpses!

Yet, he had given them away so nonchalantly!

How could a person like that be merely a genin?

Shisui voiced his own opinion.

Danzō fell into a long silence after listening.

Can one open the position of Hokage from those boxes?

If so, I wouldn't mind attacking him twice a day!

Provided he wouldn't die from it!

He had heard about some of the things happening within the Uchiha clan these past few days and, confirming that the Uchiha were not yet prepared to rebel, he set his mind at ease.

Then, he let Shisui leave.

"Let us observe for the time being!"

The next day, Zhoucheng woke up in the soft bed of the hotel.

He stretched his body wide; it had been a long time since he'd had such a comfortable sleep!

As expected, there are no good or bad men; as long as one has money and power, nothing is a problem!

He got up to wash, and looking at his handsome face in the mirror, the corners of his mouth curled upward.

Another day of breaking shields!

I wonder how many people will come today?

Will any important characters show up?

Full of anticipation, he bought breakfast and walked toward the Uchiha clan compound while eating.

"Hurry, hurry! If we're late, we might not be able to get in line!"

"Why did that senior have to set up the arena inside the Uchiha clan compound? It's so far away!"

"Sigh, the Uchiha clan is overly ambitious; it's only natural they've been marginalized by the higher-ups."

"Keep your voice down. This has nothing to do with us. Just keep moving!"

Two Konoha ninja wearing headbands jogged past, bumping into Zhoucheng along the way.

"Watch where you're going!"

The breakfast in Zhoucheng's hand nearly flew out, but thanks to his quick reflexes, he didn't end up without a meal.

The ninja merely glared at Zhoucheng before turning and continuing their run.

Zhoucheng frowned. I haven't even arrived yet; what good will it do you to get in line?

He wasn't in a hurry to catch up; he would see them at the arena anyway.

He continued to walk and eat, and soon, more people hurried past him. Zhoucheng clearly heard that they were all heading to the arena.

The corners of Zhoucheng's mouth lifted. It seemed those people from yesterday had been promoting him everywhere.

These were all free laborers!