In Naruto, build the strongest Hidden Mist Village.

Chapter 170 Choice
They completely placed the future direction of a family on members who had already betrayed the camp.

Perhaps other families would not understand or be able to accept them.

But if it were the Uchiha clan, it would be quite normal.

Therefore, after Itachi Uchiha proposed the condition and Fugaku Uchiha agreed, all the Uchiha clan members calmly accepted the condition, as if it were only natural!
Fugaku Uchiha saw everything and remembered it all.

Uchiha.

The strong are respected.

By becoming the strongest member of the Uchiha clan, one can rule the entire family.

Previously, the strongest was Fugaku; now it's Shisui.

I don't want that guy to become the clan leader.

Therefore, an Uchiha clansman who lacks independent thought and can be easily swayed by Kaguya Naoki cannot become the ruler of the Uchiha clan.

Only the weasel.

Itachi, my pride, is the future and hope of the clan.

Fugaku Uchiha didn't think Itachi wouldn't be able to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan.

That's absolute genius; there's no way he could stop at the three-tomoe level.

After all, even an ordinary person like him could open those legendary eyes.

Itachi will not stop here.

However, geniuses are always troubled.

Itachi grew up quickly and developed his own ideas. As a father, it was somewhat derelict of me not to understand what my son was thinking.

But he can be a father.

Even if you can't understand what your child is thinking, you should at least try your best to support them.

As Fugaku Uchiha watched Itachi's retreating figure, a slow smile crept onto his lips.

Itachi, go ahead and do it. Your father will always be your strongest support.

Itachi walked outside.

He passed through the somewhat dilapidated hallway, which was damaged by the war, and returned to his own courtyard. Without pausing for a moment, he picked up his kunai and practiced, practiced, and practiced some more.

In both pupils, there is only the bullseye.

That's not enough.

Only those eyes can bear the responsibility for the future and hope of the family.

However, it seems I don't have the aptitude to awaken those eyes. Why haven't I been able to awaken those eyes, even though I've witnessed the village become what it is now?

Could it be that I really don't have that qualification?

how could be.

If I didn't have those eyes, how could I lead my family to a bright future, or allow the village to continue under such circumstances?
The sound of a baby crying came from behind me.

That was Sasuke's voice.

Then came the soft strains of a children's song, the voice of the mother, Mikoto.

Uchiha Itachi suddenly gritted his teeth and clenched his fists.

We must have those eyes, otherwise, how can we give Sasuke a hopeful future?
bass!
Itachi drew his sword and leaped into the air, the kunai flying upwards along with the blade.

With a horizontal lash, the kunai transformed into a streak of light and hurtled into the shadows.

"Who's there?"

Uchiha Itachi shouted.

While drawing away the defenders, his hands moved swiftly, forming hand seals.

At the same time, a touch of scarlet bloomed in his eyes.

"Itachi, you're still so vigilant and so excellent."

Uchiha Shisui emerged from the shadows.

Uchiha Itachi did not let his guard down until a rapidly spinning red light shot into his eyes.

He then put the blade down with mixed feelings.

"Brother Zhishui".

Uchiha Itachi relaxed his tense face and revealed a smile.

A smile that seemed to come from the bottom of her heart.

"Itachi."

Uchiha Shisui smiled too. Itachi always had such a kind face, which was truly comforting.

but.

As Itachi's older brother, how could he not sense that beneath Itachi's vibrant exterior lay another unspoken thought?

With just a little thought, one can imagine that Itachi, a child full of responsibility, must be considering the future of the village and his family.

As one of Kaguya Naoki's disciples, a man who inherited the title of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, and a former ninja of Konoha, a member of the Uchiha clan, he naturally had to help Itachi solve this problem.

It's not just for Kirigakure, it's also for Konoha.

"Itachi, are you worried about the village and your clan?"

"Ah."

Itachi Uchiha nodded slightly.

"However, in reality, the village and the family had no other choice but to accept the conditions proposed by Kirigakure and completely integrate into that village."

"Otherwise, would we still want to join those two villages, Kumogakure and Iwagakure, that got us into this mess?"

"The only thing to hesitate about is whether our clan should be the Uchiha of Kirigakure or the Uchiha of Konoha."

"No no no."

Uchiha Shisui shook his head.

"Actually, it's not about integrating into the Hidden Mist Village, but about integrating into a new era."

"Therefore, there is no difference between Konoha and Kirigakure."

Itachi Uchiha grew increasingly curious about the distant Hidden Mist Village.

It's amazing that Shisui-nii could be transformed into this form.

but.

How could there be no difference?

Even a fool would know that the Fourth Mizukage named Kaguya Naoki was a loyal retainer of Kirigakure from the moment he began to gain fame throughout the world.

The Uchiha clan of Kirigakure and the Uchiha clan of Konoha are destined to be quite different.

However, as long as I have those eyes, I can help our village and clan, whether it's Kirigakure or Konoha.

Itachi Uchiha craved power once again.

"I."

Uchiha Shisui wanted to explain and persuade the clan member in front of him, whom he had once persuaded.

However, he didn't know where to begin.

The situation fell into a stalemate for a while.

Ultimately, Itachi Uchiha spoke again after considering that he didn't actually have those longing eyes and that the person in front of him was his brother whom he trusted and relied on immensely.

"Brother Shisui, do you want us to join Kirigakure?"

Itachi Uchiha awaited Shisui's answer.

If Uchiha Shisui agrees, the Uchiha clan will immediately join the Kirigakure camp.

"when"

"No need."

A voice drifted from afar, and Itachi Uchiha turned his gaze to it, only to see the familiar blue and white divine robes.

Naoki Kaguya!

Why is he here?

Seemingly sensing Itachi's thoughts, Naoki Kaguya took the initiative to explain.

"Jiraiya and the others are still hesitant about whether to accept my terms, so they had no choice but to come here for a look around."

"It will happen sooner or later."

As Uchiha Shisui bowed, he replied confidently.

"It's just about making Konoha a vassal of Kirigakure and obeying Kirigakure's orders from now on. Konoha has no reason to object." "That's just the stated condition. There are actually many more things in secret that can't be put out in the open. They can only be discussed in secret with Jiraiya and the others."

"For example, from now on, every Hokage of Konoha will need to go to Kirigakure to accept an assignment similar to that of the Daimyo."

"And your full name?"

Uchiha Shisui, clearly unaware of this information, was somewhat stunned and couldn't help but ask.

"Daimyo."

Naoki Kaguya smiled.

"Tell me, with such a vast territory under my control and the strongest ninja group at my disposal, why should I care about the thoughts of a defeated daimyo?"

"Indeed, it's not necessary."

"Then, let's skip it."

"of course."

"Or there is another possibility: let our daimyo of the Land of Water come here and concurrently serve as the daimyo of the Land of Fire."

"Is this so?"

Zhi Shui swallowed hard.

Even a worldly ninja like him thought Kaguya Naoki's behavior was truly outrageous.

Is it possible for someone like the Hokage to be appointed by the Kage of another village?

Would such a shadow still be called a shadow?
Furthermore, is it possible for a person to hold multiple positions as the head of a country?

Does a person who holds a concurrent post still have their name as their daimyo?

Besides, everyone knows what kind of situation the Daimyo of the Land of Water is in.

That's a daimyo who is absolutely obedient to Lord Naoki. If we could bring him to Konoha and have him serve as a so-called daimyo.

So, the Land of Fire has effectively become part of the Land of Water.

"Then tell me, under these circumstances, should I continue to weaken Konoha and force all of Konoha's power to join that distant, overseas territory?"

"Lord Mizukage, what do you mean?"

Uchiha Shisui suddenly perked up.

"Until tonight, I still intend to bring the Hyuga and Uchiha clans, these long-established and terrifyingly powerful clans, to our Kirigakure."

"But since Kumogakure and Iwagakure are involved tonight, there's no need for such a big fuss."

"I want Konoha to maintain its considerable fighting strength; I want Konoha to become my weapon for conquering the world!"

"Once we eliminate Kumogakure and Iwagakure, the whole world will be ours. Why bother about what headbands some ninjas wear?"

"In the future, the whole world will wear the headband of the Hidden Mist."

"Tell me, how can you let your own sword become useless before it's even drawn?"

“Under these circumstances, it is natural to allow the ninjas of Konoha to continue living in the community called Konoha.”

"However, we still need to destroy the core political circle of Konoha and replace them with the likeness of Kirigakure."

"We must seize control of the education of Konoha's future generation and ensure that Kirigakure can penetrate their minds."

Zhi Shui swallowed hard.

He felt a deep joy and longing for that possible future.

He recalled what Naoki-sama had once said about the way to achieve peace.

If everyone can experience peace, hope, and unity, then those who come after will be like moths drawn to a flame, giving their all for this life.

Then, after achieving peace once again, they used the new ideas of their successors to achieve it once more.
Shisui nodded, then suddenly looked at Itachi.

Naoki Kaguya's words were probably not just an explanation for himself.

And there's the weasel.

After all, Shisui himself acknowledged that Itachi was the brightest star of the Uchiha clan in the future, and that it was worthwhile for Kaguya Naoki to spend a few minutes explaining their future path to him so that Itachi could join their ranks.

If Itachi Uchiha doesn't want to join.

Uchiha Shisui thought for a while.

It seems no one has ever refused, Naoki-sama?

He looked at Itachi.

Itachi remained completely indifferent, seemingly unmoved by what Kaguya Naoki had said.

But he knew that his heart had truly been moved!
It's really moving!
That's right.

Tonight, while Konoha was still racking their brains for a way to continue,

The man in front of him no longer took Konoha seriously.

While the Uchiha were still debating whether the Uchiha of Kirigakure or the Uchiha of Konoha could gain more benefits, this lord was already thinking of integrating the power of Konoha and Kirigakure as a force to conquer the world!
Whether it's true or false.

Even Itachi Uchiha felt genuine admiration for this person and addressed him as "Master".

After all, no one in the world has ever proposed a theory similar to Naoki's.

Or to put it another way, no one in the entire world has the ability to unify the world like Kaguya Naoki.

So why doesn't someone with theories, blueprints, and the ability to do all this just have a little bit of faith in his heart?

Then, let's extend our belief outwards from this point.

If this person is truly as magnanimous as he appears.

So what do the Uchiha have to worry about?

Isn't the future right in front of us?
As long as you follow in the footsteps of this great man, stand beside the familiar Konoha ninja, and raise your blade against Kumogakure and Iwagakure, you can obtain the future you desire.

However, the gap in trust is always the hardest to bridge at the beginning.

Can he really trust Naoki-sama in front of him even a little bit?
Those are Kirigakure and Konoha, after all. The ingrained mindset created over the past fifty years is not so easy to overcome.

However, he soon learned just how determined this man was.

A person appeared behind Kaguya Naoki.

That person was wearing a ninja sword from Kirigakure.

A guy known as the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

He was wearing a Konoha headband.

He is Kakashi Hatake.

In front of Kakashi Hatake were familiar faces such as Minato Namikaze and Kushina.

He could even see the Hyuga ninjas?
However, all the Hyuga ninjas who had originally worn Kirigakure headbands took them off and put on Konoha headbands again.

but.

They remained as respectful as ever.

When they reached Kaguya Naoki, they bowed to him with the same respect they would show to the former head of the family.

Itachi felt that he could no longer understand this world.

Things are getting more and more chaotic.

However, one thing is certain.

That means half of Konoha's power may already be completely loyal to this man.

So, what's the difference between the headbands of Konoha and Kirigakure?

From now on, everyone must respect this esteemed person.

Is this the future?

This is the future I see!
The future is about following this great man and bringing the entire world under his rule!
Itachi Uchiha covered his eyes.

He could clearly feel countless forces converging in his eyes, forces that came from his bloodline.

Everyone can easily figure out what that means.

kaleidoscope!
A pair of kaleidoscope eyes is about to be born into this world.

Uchiha Itachi suddenly realized something.

Perhaps, what can make one's emotions fluctuate most intensely is seeing clearly the future direction?
If I knew that the village and the family could no longer reconcile, I would awaken those eyes.

If I knew that the village and my family were destined to be destroyed, I would also awaken those eyes.

But that would be too late, if that were the case.
Itachi Uchiha shook his head again.

What am I thinking?

Isn't this future pretty wonderful?

(End of this chapter)