Talent Isn't Enough, Time Will Make Up For It! (Seeking Votes)

[Please choose one of the following two options as your reward.]

[1: None.]

[2: What you were holding in your hand before you died.]

"I choose 2!"

The next moment, nothing appeared in Uchiha Setsuna's hand.

This proved that in this life simulation, Uchiha Setsuna had nothing in his hand before he died.

Uchiha Setsuna was in a bad mood.

It wasn't because this was a failed life simulation; in fact, this life simulation was quite successful.

Uchiha Setsuna had bought himself five years.

A full five years.

In this life simulation, Uchiha Setsuna had gained more time than in any previous life simulation.

Uchiha Setsuna had thought he might be able to raise his Chakra level from Elite Jonin to Kage level.

Or perhaps upgrade his Two Tomoe Sharingan to Three Tomoe.

But nothing happened.

In those five years, he hadn't improved in either of these aspects.

This was the real reason Uchiha Setsuna was in a bad mood.

If the simulation failed, Uchiha Setsuna could adjust his strategy.

But if these two aspects failed, it could only prove that Uchiha Setsuna's talent in these two areas was indeed insufficient.

Uchiha Setsuna forced himself to calm down and analyze this life simulation.

"I thought that by giving Kumogakure enough intelligence about Konoha, Kumogakure would trust me."

"But that was just wishful thinking."

"Kumogakure would never trust me."

"Even after I revealed so much secret intelligence about Konoha, Kumogakure still imprisoned me, and the guards were very strict. I tried to escape, but I couldn't."

Uchiha Setsuna chose Kumogakure because it was safe and not afraid of Konoha.

"No matter what I said or did, I would be imprisoned by Kumogakure and lose my freedom."

"Since that's the case, then I don't need to tell Kumogakure too much intelligence about Konoha."

"Without enough intelligence, Kumogakure wouldn't go to war with Konoha."

"I could gain more time."

After careful consideration, Uchiha Setsuna felt he had two options for his next simulation.

One was to continue with the Kumogakure route, but without giving them so much intelligence about Konoha. If Kumogakure didn't go to war with Konoha, he could safely stay in Kumogakure until at least the Fourth Great Ninja War.

"Even if Uchiha Itachi is displeased with me, a Uchiha who has fled Konoha, a Kumogakure that hasn't engaged in a major war with Konoha would make Uchiha Itachi pay a price to invade."

"For Uchiha Sasuke's sake, Uchiha Itachi wouldn't do it."

The second option was to temporarily abandon the Kumogakure route and focus on acquiring Ninjutsu from Konoha or Kirigakure.

To improve his strength, Chakra level and Kekkei Genkai were one aspect.

Ninjutsu was also an aspect.

Uchiha Setsuna made a decision.

"I'll continue to try the Kumogakure route and strive for more time, as Chakra is the foundation."

"If that really doesn't work, then I'll consider collecting Ninjutsu."

"And causing some trouble."

Uchiha Setsuna narrowed his eyes, thinking of a plan.

"What if, without having fled Konoha, I used Kumogakure spies to leak important Konoha intelligence to Kumogakure, causing Kumogakure to attack Konoha? Would that give the Uchiha a sliver of hope?"

"With my current strength, as long as Konoha's higher-ups don't specifically target us, I can protect the Uchiha clan members close to me. It all depends on how Konoha's higher-ups act in that situation."

If Kumogakure declared war on Konoha, Konoha's higher-ups would have two attitudes towards the Uchiha.

One: Temporarily set aside the conflict between themselves and the Uchiha clan.

Second: Treat all Uchiha clan members as cannon fodder and use the war to eliminate the Uchiha.

"Classmates."

Iruka stood on the podium, looking around. "Today we have a new lesson called the Clone Technique."

"For all of us ninjas, there are three ninjutsu that must be learned at the Ninja Academy."

"The Transformation Technique we learned before is one. The other two are the Clone Technique and the Substitution Technique."

"These three ninjutsu are collectively known as the Three Basic Jutsu."

"The learning process is relatively simple, it doesn't consume much Chakra, and it's easy to use. However, it can often play a very effective role, making it highly practical."

"The Clone Technique, the meaning of this Ninjutsu is very simple: it's to create a clone."

"This clone is just an illusion, without actual offensive or defensive capabilities. However, suddenly creating such a clone during a battle can easily cause interference for the opponent."

"I will demonstrate it now."

Iruka formed hand seals.

The next moment.

"Bang!"

A puff of white smoke exploded, and immediately a figure appeared next to Iruka, an identical figure to Iruka. This was Iruka's clone.

A burst of gasps sounded from below.

"Amazing!"

Uchiha Setsuna glanced over.

Clone Technique?

Is this thing useful?

Uchiha Setsuna truly didn't think so. At least, in the original story, there weren't any scenes showing effective use of the Clone Technique. The most significant role it played was hindering Naruto during the Ninja Academy graduation exam.

This was because after becoming a Genin, ninjas had many alternative Ninjutsu, far more useful than the Clone Technique.

Konoha's Shadow Clone Technique.

Kirigakure's Water Clone Technique.

The Land of Earth's Earth Clone Technique.

And so on.

Iruka slowly explained the key points of the Clone Technique.

"Alright, that's basically the process and details for the Clone Technique. You can all start trying now. If you have any questions, feel free to raise your hand."

As soon as Iruka finished speaking, Uchiha Sasuke raised his hand.

"Classmate Sasuke, do you have a question?"

"No."

"Then why did you raise your hand?"

"Teacher Iruka, I've learned it."

Immediately, Uchiha Sasuke formed hand seals.

"Bang!"

A clone appeared.

Iruka was slightly surprised but quickly recovered, flashing a smile at Uchiha Sasuke.

"Well done. Everyone should learn from classmate Sasuke."

Most students looked at Uchiha Sasuke with admiration and envy.

However, a small portion were unconvinced, with Naruto as their main representative.

Uchiha Setsuna pretended to be practicing.

After a short while.

"Bang!"

Another student succeeded, but the effect of their clone wasn't as good as Uchiha Sasuke's. However, in terms of speed, it could at least rank second, which was already enviable.

The scene in the classroom felt like a children's game to Uchiha Setsuna.

Yet, Uchiha Setsuna had to blend in.

I really hope this can all be over soon.