Uchiha Clan headquarters.
In the center of the shrine plaza.
All members of the Uchiha Clan gathered here.
Even the ninjas who joined Root have been secretly sent back by Haruma using the Flying Thunder God Technique.
After counting the number of people, Fugaku solemnly declared at the front of the stage, "Since Konoha cannot tolerate our clan's existence, then we might as well leave."
The crowd below frowned and whispered among themselves, occasionally glancing up at the two people at the head of the table with utter disbelief.
Aside from the fact that the evacuation order was issued too suddenly.
Standing next to Fugaku, Shisui caused everyone to widen their eyes in surprise.
Without wasting time explaining, Fugaku's eyes transformed into Mangekyō shapes, and his Kage Level aura intimidated everyone!
"Our clan has already reached an agreement with Kirigakure. After leaving Konoha, we won't need to wander; we can directly join Kirigakure and still remain a noble family!"
"No need for battle. Await orders and follow Shisui directly. I'll stay behind to buy time!"
Shisui, having regained his original appearance, stepped forward, revealing the Mitsudomoe in his eyes. "Not only Kirigakure, but also documents personally stamped and signed by the Daimyo of the Land of Water are in my hands."
Shisui spread out the written materials as she spoke, "We were forced to leave because we were treated unfairly by the village."
"With the endorsement of the Daimyo of the Land of Water, the Uchiha Clan will not be treated as missing-nin hated by everyone in the Shinobi World."
Perhaps it's become a habit, but now Shisui's expression while holding the forged materials is even more convincing than the real thing!
The Uchiha Clan, who had originally joined the Root ninja, was dressed in a black combat uniform.
His arms were full of storage scrolls; everything of value except for the land had been stored inside.
Some clansmen who were reluctant to leave Konoha, or even unwilling to depart, were simply knocked unconscious and carried on their shoulders.
The clan chief's unwavering stance left everyone with no choice but to join the operation.
"Did that kid say when he's leaving?" Fugaku asked Shisui in a low voice.
Today's action was rather sudden, after a month of preparation time.
The Anbu surveillance, Sarutobi's probing.
Fugaku had not yet informed everyone of the family's secret plans to relocate.
It can only be said that the speed of his return journey under Haruma somewhat disrupted his plans.
"My close friend said it would cause a bigger commotion, drawing the attention of Konoha High Command- ups."
Shisui replied in a low voice, "Once we sense a battle breaking out in Konoha, we can begin our evacuation."
Fugaku nodded, then looked up and gazed in the direction of the Hokage Building.
Mikoto, dressed in her combat uniform, was holding young Sasuke's hand and quietly comforting him.
" Sasuke, don't worry, our lives will be better once we're in Kirigakure."
Sasuke's expression remained somewhat somber upon hearing this.
He didn't particularly like Konoha, but the thought of leaving always reminded him of a lonely person in the Ninja Academy.
Underground in Konoha.
In Root center of the root plaza, Haruma sat alone on a chair, looking relaxed.
I was originally planning to take the initiative and make a big fuss.
Unexpectedly, Sarutobi was quick to act, managing to sneak in with so many people ahead of him.
thump thump thump,
The person, dressed in standard combat uniform, appeared first from the passageway.
" Hiashi, what brings you here in the dead of night to report to me?"
Haruma spoke with a playful tone, looking at the Hyuga clan leader Byakugan were wide open.
Hiashi didn't respond, but simply glanced at Danzo up and down with his Byakugan.
Suddenly, a look of astonishment flashed across Hiashi's face, and he shouted, "You audacious scoundrel! How dare you impersonate a high-ranking official! What is your purpose?!"
"Daring?"
Still bearing Danzo's appearance, Haruma squinted and replied, "Is impersonation considered bold? Then what about me killing Danzo outright?"
"Are you really that bold?"
Hiashi remained silent, but the restless Chakra adopted an offensive stance.
A slight smile played on Haruma's lips as she murmured softly, "You confirm it from the front, then strike a pose to attract my attention."
As he spoke, Haruma suddenly looked up, "And then Sarutobi delivered the fatal blow from above?"
The gloomy square echoed with the soliloquy of Haruma.
Earth Release: Earth Release: Earth Flow River!
Seeing that his plan had been exposed, Sarutobi was on the upper rock layer, immediately activated his Ninjutsu!
Like a river or sea overflowing its banks, the heavy weight overhead transformed into a brown wave that poured down!
Haruma didn't move an inch, her hands slowly forming a hand Hand Seals.
Boom boom boom!
Three towering trees rose from the ground at our feet on Haruma!
The roaring torrent of earth was forcefully pushed back by the lush, leafy giant trees, and split apart.
The mud that had been poured out didn't touch the sun at all; the three giant trees stood like loyal bodyguards, protecting the Haruma.
"It was you who stole the scroll!"
Sarutobi, having joined Hiashi, stared solemnly at Haruma on the chair.
"Old man, don't try to pin everything on me."
Haruma crossed her legs, a smile on her face, "It's clearly the foundation you and Danzo plotted before you died."
"Now that Danzo is gone, you want to throw all the blame on me?"
Sarutobi frowned, staring at the giant tree beside Haruma. "He can use Wood Release and has the strength to kill Danzo."
"You can't deny the theft of the scroll!"
As the two were talking, Kakashi Yamato and the three clan leaders also arrived.
Kakashi shook his head at Sarutobi and said softly, "We've searched thoroughly. He's the only one left here. None of the Uchiha Clan ninjas are at the base."
Sarutobi's gaze sharpened. Before the group infiltrated, all of Root's exits had been monitored by Anbu.
How did those people disappear...?
"Does knowing Wood Release mean I stole the scroll?"
Haruma raised an eyebrow and pointed at Yamato, who was wearing Anbu uniform. "Don't you know how to do this to your subordinate?"
As she spoke, Haruma turned her head to look at the clan leaders and chuckled, " The Anbu only listens to Sarutobi; they might be up to no good, you know."
"This old fellow must have used the pretext of a stolen secret technique to come to you asking for your clan's stored Ninjutsu."
Despite Haruma's provocation, the clan leaders remained unmoved and simply assumed fighting stances.
Giving Sarutobi a hard time was a way for Haruma to show off his mischievous side before leaving.
"If you can fake some Wood Release traces at the scene, you can claim it was me."
"Why don't you just say I'm the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju?"
As she spoke, Haruma stood up, stretched, and said, "Why don't you just consider me the First and return the Hokage position to me?"
Although Hiruzen Sarutobi was furious, his expression remained calm. "Activate the barrier to prevent this person from escaping using any special method."
The disappearance of the Root ninjas prompted Sarutobi to add an extra layer of preparation.
After saying the word " Body Flicker Technique, "Sarutobi closed in!
Hold this person off for now and escape before the barrier deploys!
At this moment, Sarutobi still harbored the idea of capturing Haruma to extract information.
The four clan leaders behind him nodded and quickly dispersed to the four corners of the square to begin Hand Seals.
Kakashi and Yamato bent down and drew their weapons, ready to support Sarutobi or intercept Haruma's attempt to destroy the barrier!
With Haruma smile, Qingtian stretched out her arms wide and said, "Don't worry."
I will not leave until you are satisfied!