If one kick couldn't kill them, then two would!
Kagami Uchiha slowly walked out of the Senju Clan's courtyard, the afterglow of the setting sun stretching his shadow long as he walked along the quiet cobblestone path of Konoha.
He pondered the matter of the Land of Whirlpools Delegation in his heart, and his thoughts drifted to the girl who would inherit the Nine-Tails in the future— Kushina Uzumaki.
It is now the 26th year of Konoha. Kushina should not have been born yet. Many years later, when Mito is old, he will select her and bring her to Konoha to succeed as the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
Thinking of this, Kagami's mind sank a little. The path of Jinchūriki is fraught with thorns from the very beginning. Not only must one endure the rage of the Tailed Beast within their body, but one must also suffer the strange looks and even the cold treatment from their fellow villagers.
Fortunately, she still has Minato, her little sun, to warmly protect her in the future.
These two young people must never have to endure such suffering again in the future. No matter what happens in other parallel worlds, it will never happen in Konoha under Kagami Uchiha's rule!
As he pondered, he walked forward, turned a corner, and suddenly heard heavy breathing accompanied by shouts of numbers.
"Nine hundred and ninety-nine! One thousand! One thousand and one!"
Jing looked up.
Young Might Duy was practicing his punches in the open space. Sweat soaked through his simple, coarse cloth clothes, and his skin was tanned dark. With each punch, the air made a slight whooshing sound.
Might Duy currently about sixteen or seventeen years old, similar in age to Hatake Sakumo.
Unlike the original story where he was alone and silently gritted his teeth to cultivate, Kagami Uchiha noticed this boy with mediocre talent but amazing perseverance very early on. He secretly gave him a lot of living allowances, food, healing ointments, and occasionally some basic training supplies, so that he didn't have to worry about food and could cultivate in peace.
As for why he wasn't accepted as a disciple, it's simple: Dai's path is different from everyone else's; all you need to do is silently support him.
Hearing footsteps, Might Duy stopped throwing a punch, turned around and saw the person coming. His eyes lit up, his whole body trembled, he immediately stopped training, straightened his back, and excitedly saluted loudly.
"Lord Hokage!"
His chest heaved violently, sweat dripped from his forehead and down his chin, and his tone was full of reverence.
"I never expected to meet you here!"
Kagami Uchiha stopped in his tracks, looking at the passionate young man before him, a faint smile appearing on his lips.
"Dai, are you still persisting in practicing the Eight Gates of the Gate of Death?"
Might Duy clenched his fists, his eyes burning with fervor. "Yes! I will never give up! One day, I will master this ultimate Taijutsu! I will not let the Lord Hokage down!"
"Take your time, don't rush things. The Eight Gates of the Gate of Death are dangerous; never force them open and injure yourself," Kagami Uchiha advised calmly.
"Keep it up! You'll definitely become a pillar of the village in the future. I believe in you! Feel free to come to me anytime if you have any questions."
Upon hearing this, Might Duy emphatically, his whole demeanor beaming with pride.
"I will remember the Lord Hokage's teachings!"
Kagami Uchiha nodded slightly, without lingering, and continued walking along the path towards the Hokage Building.
Watching Kagami Uchiha, Might Duy stood there, tears streaming down his face, "Waaah... Lord Hokage, you were so youthful!"
"To express my gratitude for the Lord Hokage's support and encouragement, I've decided that after training, I'll run five hundred laps around Konoha!"
Hearing Might Duy's shouts behind him, Kagami Uchiha couldn't help but smile.
A ninja like Dai only needs enough support and care to be willing to give everything for Konoha.
Making Dai grow stronger, even stronger than in the original story, is a very important part of his future plans.
He secretly pondered whether, in order to enhance Dai's endurance and survivability, he could use the research results of Hashirama Cells on him, and combine them with Hiruko's bloodline research to give him the Steel Release bloodline.
By then, with ultimate Taijutsu attacks and powerful self-healing abilities...
If they can truly achieve this, even if they encounter a powerful enemy at the Six Paths level in the future, and if they are unable to withstand the attack for a time, with the enhanced Dai and Kai father and son, what is there to fear?
If one kick from Night Guy isn't enough to kill, then two kicks will do!
As for Madara Uchiha, he's an old man, nothing to fear!
Kagami Uchiha walked towards the Hokage Building, deep in thought.
The financial gains from the Land of Wind, the diplomatic maneuvers of the Land of Whirlpools, the future Jinchūriki training program—each and every one of these was steadily arranged in his mind.
Before long, he arrived at a secluded place.
Konoha Scientific Research Department: A top-secret department he established many years ago to gather all kinds of scientific geniuses and study bloodline limits, cells, secret techniques, and human potential.
It's been a long time since I've personally inspected the progress, and since I'm passing by today, I'll take a look at it.
Beneath the Hokage Building, layers of sealed barriers isolate the inside from the outside. The light here is cool, yet it is brightly lit year-round, making it one of Konoha's most secret and forbidden areas.
Passing through two barrier gates guarded by Anbu Ninja, a pungent smell of medicine hit you, and rows of sealed culture chambers, test tubes, and analytical instruments were neatly arranged.
This place can even be said to be the foundation of Konoha for the next few decades.
At this moment, a handsome young man with a slender build and fair complexion was standing alone in front of the experimental table, engrossed in recording data, his pen flying across the scroll.
The boy looked no more than sixteen or seventeen years old, with youthful features, but his gaze held a calmness far beyond his years and a fanaticism for research.
That is indeed -- Hiruko.
A top-tier scientific genius in Konoha, he is self-taught and proficient in bloodline fusion, human modification, and the analysis of secret techniques. He is a prodigy whom Kagami Uchiha is focusing on cultivating. To date, few outsiders know of this boy's existence.
Hearing footsteps, Hiruko writing, turned around and saw Kagami Uchiha. He immediately stood up straight and bowed respectfully.
"Lord Hokage"
Kagami Uchiha walked to the lab bench and glanced at the sealed specimen jar next to him.
The jar contains tissue samples from the remains of Iwagakure, recovered from the battlefield in the Land of Grass.
"I came to see how the bloodline research is progressing lately."
Hiruko, and he immediately gestured to the sample beside him, reporting methodically:
"Sir, this batch consists of the remains of Iwagakure Ninja brought back from the last great battle."
"This is Steel Release sample, a unique Steel Release bloodline unique to Iwagakure. It can harden the body into steel, providing extremely strong defense. We are currently analyzing its genetic sequence and attempting to extract the corresponding Kekkei Genkai Factor."
Hiruko to the petri dish and continued her explanation clearly, "The stability of Steel Release cells is quite good. If the transplantation is successful, it can greatly enhance the physical resistance of ninjas;
Kagami Uchiha listened quietly, nodding slightly with satisfaction in his eyes.
"Well done, I knew I hadn't misjudged you."
Hearing the Mirror's praise, Hiruko, looking slightly shy, and said:
"This is all thanks to the Lord Hokage. It was you who gave me the opportunity to participate in the research, which allowed me to find the right path."
"Besides, I heard that Jiraiya and the others have made great contributions on the battlefield. I can't fall too far behind since I'm in the rear."
Upon hearing this, Kagami Uchiha's gaze fell on the boy, and he said gently:
"Hiruko, your talent in scientific research is rare in the Shinobi World. The position of head of the secret research department has been vacant for a long time, and I have high hopes for you."
"Study diligently and don't rush things. Modifying human cells is extremely risky. Prioritize experimental safety and never use living people for experiments."
"Continue the process; report any Great Breakthrough to me immediately."
Hiruko shuddered, his breathing quickened slightly, and he bowed solemnly:
"Yes!"
"Understood! I will certainly live up to the Lord Hokage's expectations!"
After giving a few more instructions, Kagami Uchiha turned and left.
Hiruko figure with a resolute gaze.
Lord Hokage, I will definitely not let you down. One day, I, Hiruko stand proudly behind you!