Amaterasu-Omikami

The flash of inspiration faded away.

The heaven-defying sense of enlightenment receded.

The information on the panel shifted: Sharingan LV4 (Strong Kage).

Dojutsu: Right Eye - Amaterasu-Omikami, Left Eye - Amaterasu-Omikami.

"Hahahahaha, so this is my dojutsu?!"

Within his mind.

The lingering echoes of that epiphany.

Made Uchiha Genmei clearly understand what his dojutsu were.

This Amaterasu.

It was not the version belonging to those two brothers, Sasuke and Itachi.

It was Uchiha Hikari's.

The version that was even more flexible to manipulate than Kagutsuchi.

Amaterasu-Omikami was even more outrageous.

This was a dojutsu where Yin culminated to give birth to Yang; it transformed Yin Release into Yang Release, capable of bestowing healing blessings upon others and himself.

As for the intensity of the healing, the lingering feeling of inspiration told him it should be no weaker than the First Hokage's level.

And that wasn't even the best part.

The most absurd thing was.

The maximum output of this dojutsu could resurrect the dead!

It was the kind that defied reason and logic; even if you were smashed to smithereens, as long as there was a scrap of your body left, even a single molecule, you could be resurrected.

Of course, the cost was not small; it required a massive amount of ocular power and chakra, and the cooldown was a staggering ten years.

Feeling the powerful ocular power contained within his eyes.

Hahahaha, who could kill me now!

At this moment, the atmosphere inside the Hokage's office was somewhat stifling.

The Third Hokage's expression was obscured by swirling smoke, and Danzo Shimura was even more so.

With his good brother here.

He didn't even bother to pretend anymore!

"Hiruzen! The Uchiha are already extremely dangerous!" A tone filled with hatred surged forth.

Originally.

Although he had been scrutinizing the Uchiha with a microscope, he still possessed the necessary capacity for the time being.

Regarding the Will of Fire, back when they were surrounded by Kinkaku and Ginkaku that year.

To be honest.

He had been on the verge of blurting out that he would stay behind to cover their retreat.

But Hiruzen had beaten him to it.

Asking himself honestly.

When it came to being devoted to Konoha, he dared to say he was second to none.

Dislike was one thing, but for the sake of Kagami, he had been temporarily patient with the Uchiha.

After all, the Uchiha were also a part of Konoha.

But! But!

That brat today.

Look at that arrogant and conceited expression!

That attitude of having no respect for his elders!

Danzo said hatefully:

"Intelligence shows that Kagami has already failed; the Uchiha fully integrating into Konoha is like trying to scoop the moon out of a well."

"He himself belongs to the faction leaning toward the village, but that damn Uchiha Setsuna is from the faction that only cares about the interests of the clan."

"Not to mention Uchiha Koh, as the clan head, he only knows how to smooth things over!"

"Look at the intelligence Kagami provided! Including himself, the Uchiha already have several pairs of Mangekyo Sharingan!"

Having said this, still feeling unsatisfied, Danzo took a report directly from his bosom.

Bang!

He slammed it heavily onto the desk.

"Hiruzen, look at this again! What does the intelligence division's report say? That brat is only fifteen, and he managed to kill Guihao of the Cloud Village all by himself!"

"The power of the Uchiha is expanding too quickly! Hiruzen!"

"Kagami isn't even fully committed to the Leaf. He actually concealed intelligence regarding the Uchiha's impending internal strife. He truly fails to live up to the teachings of Master Tobirama."

The Third Hokage exhaled a cloud of smoke and calmly picked up the intelligence extracted from Kazunosuke's mind.

After reading it carefully, he took one last puff, then set down his pipe.

"Let's have Kagami ask him first to see if that brat can be won over."

Hearing this, Danzo's fury surged:

"Hiruzen! What are you still thinking about? The intelligence already shows that the Uchiha are like a powder keg right now! We cannot miss this opportunity, and besides, Kagami can no longer be trusted!"

"The Root is already mature. With the addition of the Anbu, if I coordinate it, we can definitely take down the Uchiha..."

Before he could finish, the Third Hokage spun around abruptly.

His eyes were fierce!

A sharp, oppressive aura bore down on him!

"Danzo! The Uchiha are also a part of the Leaf! How could you harbor such thoughts against our fellow villagers?!"

"I do not want to hear such words that undermine our unity ever again!"

Looking at the fierce, cold, and imposing Sarutobi Hiruzen before him, Danzo felt a sudden wave of disgust.

So, just because the Uchiha didn't cause trouble while you were Hokage, you think they're good people?

You should know that Master Tobirama's analytical report clearly stated just how unstable they are.

Now that you are Hokage, the power of the Uchiha can be used by you, but what about me?

I was clearly only one step behind that day.

Clearly.

The position of Hokage should have been mine!

Hmph! Hiruzen is not worth consulting.

I will use my own methods.

To lead the Leaf!

Just you wait, Uchiha!

With that thought, he let out a cold snort: "Hiruzen, you will regret this!"

He turned and walked toward the door.

Little did he expect that just as he opened it, he would hear:

"Danzo, I am the Hokage!"

Bang!!!

The next day.

Morning.

The weather in the Leaf was bright and breezy, much like Uchiha Genmei's mood at the moment.

He brought the report he had written the previous night along with him from home in the morning.

On his way to work, he finished his breakfast.

Just as he arrived at the Police Force to sign in, a middle-aged officer called out to him:

"Genmei, Lord Kagami wants you to go to his office to explain the details of yesterday's case."

Hm?

Uchiha Kagami is looking for me?

According to the regulations, today is indeed the day I submit last night's report.

But as a member of the pro-village faction, why is he asking me, a neutral, for a report?

He isn't even my direct superior.

Whatever.

As a disciple of the Second Hokage, his position in the Police Force is that of a Police Superintendent.

He is only one rank lower than Uchiha Koh, the clan head who serves as the Police Chief. A higher rank always holds authority over a lower one.

Sigh.

Go on then.

It's best to avoid making future work difficult.

After all, he is a special case; he counts as part of the core circle of Konoha's upper echelons.

"Understood, I shall head over immediately."

The intent behind the summons was unclear.

I might as well go and see what he wants.

At this moment, Uchiha Kagami was in his office, reviewing the report his subordinates had delivered last night.

"Incredible!"

"This brat Genmei actually managed to slay Guihao in a fair fight?"

A look of admiration crossed his face.

From the bottom of his heart, he was delighted that his clan had produced another powerhouse.

He pondered silently.

Earlier this morning, when he was in Hiruzen's office with Koharu and Homura, their expressions had been rather strange.

They even asked me to see if I could recruit this kid, Genmei.

Indeed.

With this level of strength, even without a Mangekyou, he could be considered a significant figure in the ninja world.

Knock, knock, knock.

The sound of knocking interrupted his train of thought.

"Please, come in."

A handsome youth walked inside.

"Lord Kagami, here is the report."

He took Uchiha Genmei's report and scanned it quickly.

He set the file down.

He looked up, meeting the gaze of the solemn youth before him.

"Captain Genmei, what are your thoughts on the village versus the clan?"

Uchiha Genmei felt a jolt in his heart.

Here it comes. Let's see what you're really up to.

"Lord Kagami, both the village and the clan are Konoha ninjas."

Watching the straight-faced youth, Kagami covered his forehead.

He said helplessly, "You slippery fox! Let's try this: what do you think the Will of Fire is?"

"The Will of Fire? It means the Uchiha must always remain united around the Hokage."

"Under the Hokage's leadership, we must have the courage to take responsibility, shoulder the heavy burdens of the era, fear neither hardship nor difficulty, and dare to charge deep into the heart of any challenge."

"We must add bricks and tiles to Konoha's construction, pave roads and build bridges for Konoha's revival, keep our responsibilities in mind, bravely shoulder our mission, and continue the struggle!"

Uchiha Kagami watched the youth, who continued to speak with effortless eloquence.

His eyes widened, and his mouth fell agape.

He was stunned!

In the youth's gaze, he seemed to see some sort of incredible vision.

This kid.

How does he seem to understand the Will of Fire even better than Hiruzen?

Danzo retreated to the Root base, the more he thought about it, the angrier he became, and the angrier he became, the more he thought.

He paused.

"Someone come! Bring me this intelligence."