Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

Chapter 413 Sasuke Awakens the Byakugan?
"It's always good to have dreams."

Yahiko looked at Naruto.

He always felt that Naruto's personality was somewhat like his own.

Suddenly, as if remembering something, Yahiko looked at Naruto's jet-black hair.

"You said you're Uzumaki...Naruto?"

"what happened?"

Naruto at this point doesn't know what the word "Uzumaki" means.

"I was just thinking of a friend."

Yahiko sighed.

Nagato, with his long, bright red hair and immense vitality, must have the bloodline of the Uzumaki clan.

It seems that Naruto's black hair doesn't reflect much of the Uzumaki bloodline.

However, the two should still be considered to be of the same clan.

Who are your parents?

"What do you ask for this?"

Naruto suddenly became alert. His carefree attitude didn't mean he was stupid.

Nobody reveals their family situation right away.

"Sorry, sorry."

Yahiko realized his rudeness.

"This is my apology gift."

Yahiko reached into his pocket and pulled out a kunai.

This kunai has many scratches on its metal surface and feels much heavier than a regular kunai.

"This kunai has been with me to help many people in need, and some people call me a hero, but I know that I am not a real hero."

Yahiko paused, his tone tinged with reminiscence.

"Remember, only by gaining everyone's approval can you become a hero."

Yahiko handed the kunai to Naruto.

Naruto looked at the kunai in his hand, but before he could say anything, Yahiko and Konan had already gone far away and blended into the crowd.

"What a weirdo."

Naruto murmured.

However, he remembered the Akatsuki organization.

He also remembered the other person's black robe embroidered with red auspicious clouds.

Naruto thought it looked really cool and stylish, and wished he could get a set like that for himself.

laugh!
Naruto swung the kunai in the air and found it was a bit too heavy for him.

"It feels like several kunai were forged together."

Naruto wondered if this was a unique forging technique used by people from other villages.
"Hey, Naruto, what are you doing with that broken kunai?"

Sasuke stood with one hand in his pocket, looking cool.

"What do you know? This is called Akatsuki Kunai."

Naruto gave this kunai a name.

"You'll know once you weigh it up."

Naruto handed the kunai to Sasuke, eager to see Sasuke's surprised expression.

Sasuke took it, and as expected, a look of surprise appeared in his eyes.

What kind of kunai is this?
Why is it so heavy?

"Hehe, this is a weapon worthy of me, Naruto Uzumaki."

Naruto's words were not malicious; he simply wanted to share the joy of receiving the gift.

Of course, there was also the thought of showing off in front of Sasuke.

Sasuke was losing face.

He was a person with a very strong sense of self-esteem, and he also regarded Naruto, this little genius, as his rival.

Now that they've been outmaneuvered by their opponent, they immediately felt resentful.

It's as if the two of them were destined to be incompatible.

A contradictory relationship where they are both enemies and friends.

"Hmph, what's so great about that? I can just ask anyone... Brother... No, anyway, I'm sure I'll get my own ninja tools eventually!"

Sasuke spoke.

He originally wanted to say that his all-powerful brother Itachi would give him equally powerful ninja tools.

Then I remembered that my brother was still studying at the ninja academy, so where did he get these things?
So he quickly spoke, wanting to say "Father".

Considering his sensitive status, he quickly evaded the question with vague words.

"Oh, really?"

Naruto scratched his head.

"Anyway, I'm going back to cultivate."

Naruto took the kunai back from Sasuke and was eager to go back to train.

"No, I also need to ask my mother if we have any good ninja tools at home."

Sasuke also started jogging home.

……

Hokage Building.

"It's been a long time, Hokage-sama."

"Just call me Kiyoshi."

Kiyoshi watched as Yahiko entered first from outside the door, followed by Konan.

"Haha, Mr. Kiyoshi, you still look the same as before."

Yahiko smiled.

The "Yin Seal" is really powerful.

It helps maintain a youthful appearance.

The marks of time are inevitably visible on his face.

The humid weather in the Land of Rain, coupled with daily mental stress, caused Yahiko to age much faster than the average person.

In comparison, Xiao Nan has also changed.

She has become more...mature.

She was covered in a black robe, revealing only her fair neck.

Even so, one can still glimpse her plump figure in her walking movements.

"Neither of you has changed much."

Qingsi smiled.

No one knows that his lifespan is much longer than others, and everyone thinks it is the effect of the "Yin Seal".

This saves Qing Si from having to explain everything one by one.

"So, you all must have important matters to discuss with Konoha after traveling so far."

Kiyoshi asked.

"Indeed, we do have important business to attend to."

Yahiko nodded.

His expression became solemn and serious.

“We discovered the movements of the New Dawn organization in the Land of Rain, and strangely enough, we found some people who should have been dead.”

As he finished speaking, Yahiko frowned.

This is blasphemy against the dead!

He was heartbroken to see Nagato entangled with the culprit who desecrated the dead.

"The Impure World Reincarnation Technique, perhaps."

Kiyoshi hits the nail on the head.

Besides these, the only techniques that can achieve such an effect are "Earth Release: Reincarnation Technique" and "Earth Release: Creation - Soil of the Dead".

These two techniques have similar effects to the "Impure World Reincarnation Technique," and Kazuma used them in the original work.

Kazuma is probably still part of the Twelve Guardian Ninja, working alongside Sarutobi Asuma.

"That's right, we also had a hunch that it might be this technique."

Yahiko nodded.

At first, he didn't know, but after collecting a lot of information, he was shocked to discover that the Second Hokage of Konoha had used such a ninjutsu in the past.

Later, it became so heinous that even Konoha stopped using it, and the technique was buried in history. Occasionally, ninjas who heard rumors about it would only listen to it as a strange tale or folk story.

“We are here to correct Nagato’s mistakes. If things continue like this, he will become more and more degenerate and fall into the Asura Path.”

Xiao Nan hesitated for a moment before speaking.

After all, Kiyoshi had already taken action to bring Nagato back, but Nagato later went out again on his own.

Honestly, Kiyoshi has already done enough.

"I understand. Continue to monitor Akatsuki's movements. If any problems arise, let me know immediately. Konoha will not stand idly by and ignore this cancerous tumor that is the New Akatsuki."

Kiyoshi said.

Because of his existence, the Akatsuki organization became more low-key than in the original story, remaining hidden in the ninja world.

"As for Nagato, if he can be spared, I will spare his life."

Kiyoshi said.

Madara's "Rinnegan" is still on Nagato's body.

Perhaps we can take it down and examine it to see if it can trigger any entries.

"Thank you, Mr. Kiyoshi."

Yahiko said gratefully.

"It doesn't matter."

Kiyoshi waved his hand.

"Since you two have come from afar, why don't you stay in Konoha for a few days?"

"Yeah...that's fine."

Yahiko spoke up.

He's never been to Konoha before, so taking a look around would allow him to learn about Konoha's management style.

When Konan thought about what happened between her and Kiyoshi, her expression became somewhat stiff.

"Xiyan, I'm entrusting the two members of the Akatsuki organization to you."

Qingsi said.

Upon hearing this, Uzuki Yugao emerged from the shadows and replied, "Yes."

"Let's go, Xiaonan."

Yahiko turned around and said.

Xiao Nan lowered her eyes and nodded slightly.

The two left the Hokage Building together and followed Uzuki Yugao to arrange their accommodations.

……

Konoha Police Department.

"I heard that the Akatsuki have sent people. Aren't the Akatsuki an internationally wanted organization?"

"That's Shin-kyo. It's said that it was founded by people who defected from within the Akatsuki organization. The two factions don't get along."

Inside the police department, some Uchiha clan members who were taking a break were chatting and joking.

Their daily duties include patrolling, but they mostly manage trivial matters, such as vendors snatching stalls, mothers hitting their sons, and sons reporting abuse.

Therefore, I am relatively tired mentally.

"These days, life is so comfortable that I'm almost not used to it."

Uchiha Tetsuka stretched.

"If you want to go back and fight the Third Shinobi World War again, no one will stop you."

Uchiha Inahi rolled her eyes at him.

Both of them awakened the three-tomoe Sharingan during the war, so they naturally knew just how oppressive that war, which lasted for many years, was.

This makes the peace all the more precious and hard-won.

"Then why does Captain Fugaku always look so sullen?"

Suddenly, Daohuo seemed to remember something and pointed to the innermost office.

Behind the door, their Captain Fugaku was still drinking to relieve his boredom.

Even though peace had arrived, the Uchiha clan had even produced a Hokage, and could be said to be thriving.

"Maybe it's because of Mikoto-nee."

Tie Huo spoke up.

He and Inahiko had personally witnessed Kiyoshi visiting Mikoto to wish her a Happy New Year.

So much so that when they looked at Itachi, the two of them always felt that Itachi's biological father was actually quite clear.

They are not gossipy people; they just keep these things to themselves.

"Sigh, why bother with Captain Fugaku? In the end, all he does is indulge in self-pity."

Inahiko couldn't understand why Fugaku, who was known as "Ferocious-Eyed Fugaku," seemed so weak.

"Shh, Captain Fugaku will be in big trouble if he hears this."

Tiehu made a shushing gesture.

"No loud noise."

The second person to arrive, Uchiha Yasho, glared at Tetsuka and Inahisa, who both lowered their heads dejectedly. Then, Uchiha Yasho knocked on the office door, waited a moment, and then pushed it open to go inside.

"Captain Fugaku, this is this month's report."

The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha placed a report on the security issues that had been in place for some time on the table.

His most trusted confidant, Fugaku, was considered the second-in-command of the Konoha Police Department.

"Thanks for your hard work."

Fugaku picked up the report, glanced at it, and then put it in the drawer.

"It's time for me to get off work, I'm leaving now."

Fugaku threw an empty bottle of sake from the table into the trash can.

"Captain Fugaku, you can't drink anymore."

Yatsushiro was in deep pain.

If he needs company, why doesn't he just keep Captain Fugaku company?

"I'm not drunk. I only had a little bit left to begin with."

Fugaku waved his hand, pushed open the door, ignored the various gazes of his clansmen, and headed straight for the Uchiha settlement.

If there's one thing Fugaku regrets the most, it's not being able to hold onto Mikoto.

Whenever he thinks about it, he beats his chest and sighs, unable to control himself.

"Mikoto?"

Fugaku took a few steps and was surprised to find Mikoto ahead of him.

She was talking to Sasuke.

"Don't you have any powerful ninja tools at home?"

"You're too young to use it."

Mikoto shook her head.

She is a Jonin after all, so of course she needs ninja tools.

Things like Fuma Shuriken, Senbon, etc.

"Then... can I learn 'Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique' now?"

Sasuke asked, puzzled.

"Of course not."

Mikoto refused Sasuke again.

Sasuke lowered his head in disappointment upon hearing this.

"What, Sasuke, do you want to learn ninjutsu?"

Fugaku came from behind.

A thought suddenly struck him: this might be a good opportunity to get to know Mikoto.

"No need, thank you, Fugaku."

Mikoto politely declined Fugaku's offer, then turned and left, pulling Sasuke by the sleeve without looking back.

"If Sasuke wants to learn, he can come to me anytime."

Seeing this, Fugaku called out from behind.

Unfortunately, Mikoto still didn't stop... and neither did Sasuke.

Fugaku wondered if his reputation had diminished because he hadn't made a move in a long time.

"The bitter wine hurts my heart as it goes down my throat."

Fugaku walked home somewhat dejectedly.

Tonight, it's another sleepless night for him, all alone.

"My father must be much stronger than Chief Fugaku."

Sasuke pursed his lips.

He carried, to some extent, the same genes as other Uchiha who yearned for strength.

Today, Kiyoshi is a household name, with countless legendary stories about him, and some people have even written stories about him.

Such as "The Ninja World Through the Eyes of the Sharingan", "Kiyoshi's Version of the Will of Fire", "The Rise of an Uchiha", and so on.

It is said that once a person achieves success, various books about their success will naturally emerge.

In comparison, Fugaku, who always played the role of a "pig," paled in comparison.

Before he awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, when he only had three tomoe, he still managed to earn a formidable reputation, known as "Fugaku the Fierce Eye".

After awakening the Mangekyou Sharingan, he never truly displayed his strength again in order to conceal his abilities.

Sasuke felt that Fugaku, the clan leader, was far inferior to his Hokage father, Kiyoshi.

"It is much stronger."

Mikoto nodded.

It's better to let Kiyoshi teach Sasuke than Fugaku, so as not to delay his progress.

"You can go to the Hokage Building; Kiyoshi will be there if you have time."

Mikoto thought for a moment and said.

"it is good."

Sasuke nodded emphatically.

He jogged out of the alley and headed straight for the Hokage Building.

Fortunately, Kiyoshi was still there, so Sasuke was able to meet him without any problems.

"Oh, it's Sasuke. What's up?"

Kiyoshi waved to Sasuke.

"I...I want to see if there are any ninja tools or ninjutsu that are suitable for me."

Sasuke always seemed a bit reserved when facing Kiyoshi.

Kiyoshi smiled and gently stroked Sasuke's head with his large hand.

"Alright, I'll teach you some basic Lightning Release ninjutsu, starting with 'Lightning Release: Shuriken'."

Qingsi said.

This was a ninjutsu he created casually in a moment, and its level was D.

The difficulty level is actually E-rank, but since it involves converting chakra into lightning attribute, Kiyoshi ultimately classified it as D-rank.

Sasuke is his son, and with the added blessing of Indra's chakra, his talent in "Lightning" Release is unlikely to be weak.

"Yes, Father... Lord Hokage."

Sasuke went out excitedly.

This ninjutsu involves attaching a portion of the "Lightning" chakra to the shuriken.

Sasuke immediately thought of Itachi, so he waited until Itachi finished school at the Ninja Academy and had Itachi take him outside to practice the basics of shuriken.

Itachi did not refuse his younger brother's request.

He also really enjoyed spending time with Sasuke.

"Remember to come back for dinner early."

Mikoto's voice came from the kitchen.

"understood."

Itachi and Sasuke said in unison.

Then the two brothers went out of the courtyard and left the Uchiha settlement.

……

After half an hour.

The twilight light was filtered through the layers of tree canopy, casting dappled, shimmering spots of light on the forest clearing.

Itachi and Sasuke arrived at a secluded and quiet training ground in the forest.

"Ready!"

The light, slightly breathless sound, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, interrupted the weasel's thoughts.

He opened his eyes and saw his younger brother Sasuke jogging over from behind the bushes.

Sasuke's forehead was covered in fine beads of sweat, and his face, slightly flushed from running, was beaming with a bright smile.

"I did as you said, and I hid all eight targets!"

Sasuke's tone carried the pride of having completed an important mission as he looked up at his brother, as if awaiting further praise.

Itachi straightened up and looked at his younger brother, who was wholeheartedly trying to surpass him and therefore extremely serious. A barely perceptible gentle smile appeared in his eyes.

He gave a soft "hmm" in response.

"Come on, brother!"

Sasuke excitedly stepped aside, his eyes fixed on Itachi, full of anticipation.

Itachi took a deep breath of the fresh forest air and calmed his mind.

His slender fingers skillfully pulled out eight kunai from his ninja tool bag, four in each hand.

With a little effort, he lightly kicked the ground, his body flipping through the air.

Although his Sharingan has not yet been awakened, his innate insight and calm mind have enabled him to accurately pinpoint the location of his target.

Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!
The kunai flew away one after another, transforming into streaks of swift black light.

Accompanied by a series of crisp "ding-ding" sounds, seven targets in different directions in the distance shattered, scattering wood chips.

The most difficult part was that the target that Sasuke had deliberately placed deep in a crevice of a rock was precisely hit and pierced through by a kunai with a tricky angle.

"Brother! You're amazing!"

Sasuke stared in disbelief, his small body trembling slightly with excitement, his eyes filled with pure adoration.

"Great! It's my turn now!"

He almost immediately raised the small kunai he had specially made for himself high, his eyes burning with an indomitable fighting spirit, wanting to prove that he could do it too.

"Sasuke."

Seeing this, Itachi was about to speak up to remind his younger brother to pay attention to the key points of the movements and not to be too hasty.

However, Sasuke had already leaped up from the ground, his small figure soaring into the air, his movements carrying the unique energy of a child.

In that instant in mid-air, Sasuke's black pupils suddenly trembled, as if they had been illuminated, briefly tinged with a layer of shimmering white.

His world suddenly became crystal clear; the veins of the leaves, the flow of air, and even the target behind the rock were all clearly visible.

"drink!"

Sasuke let out a childish yet unusually firm shout, and with the help of this sudden clear vision, he swung his wrist repeatedly.

Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!
The sound of the kunai slicing through the air was more rapid and continuous than before.

The eight kunai were almost connected end to end, and they shot at the target with astonishing accuracy.

Even more surprisingly, the last kunai struck a specific protrusion on the tree trunk mid-flight, making a soft sound and causing its trajectory to take a subtle turn.

As if it had eyes, it bypassed the obstacles and, with a "whoosh," struck the target hidden in a blind spot.

"Success!"

Sasuke landed with rapid breathing, his forehead covered in fine beads of sweat, his face flushed red from excitement and exertion, and his chest heaving.

He immediately turned to Itachi, proudly raising his chin, his bright black eyes filled with an eager expression that said, "Look, I did it too! Come and praise me!"

Itachi stood frozen in place, his heart suddenly tightening.

Just a moment ago, he clearly saw his brother's eyes turn an unusual white.

Is that a white eye?
impossible.

The Byakugan is the bloodline limit of the Hyuga clan. Perhaps it's just an optical illusion, or perhaps I'm seeing things.
The thought had barely crossed his mind when Itachi forcibly suppressed it.

However, Sasuke's performance just now far exceeded his usual training level. His amazing insight and incredible throwing accuracy truly surprised Itachi.

That cannot be explained by luck or hard work alone.

But my father never showed any sign of disdain.

"Wait, a recessive gene?"

Itachi thought of what he had learned in medical class, where there was a lot of knowledge about the human body.

Sometimes, offspring exhibit atavism, inheriting recessive genes from their parents that have not yet manifested.

Father... could it be that he has also merged the Byakugan's bloodline limit?
Or perhaps they possess some genes that give them a bloodline limit?
Itachi's thoughts are unclear; either way is very possible.

"How was it, brother?"

Seeing his brother remain silent for a long time, Sasuke couldn't contain himself any longer and asked with his eyes sparkling, his tone almost overflowing with anticipation.

Itachi remained silent for a moment, suppressing his doubts, and said softly in his usual calm tone:
"good."

This overly simplistic evaluation clearly failed to satisfy Sasuke.

He pouted, muttering somewhat resentfully:

"Only one 'not bad'... You hit all the marks just like me, but the one that can turn is harder, right?"

Itachi looked at his still-childish yet determined appearance and felt a surge of tenderness in his heart.

He stepped forward, extended his index finger, and gently poked Sasuke's smooth forehead with his knuckle.

"Forgive me, Sasuke, maybe next time."

His voice carried a subtle, complex emotion.

"it hurts!"

Sasuke covered his forehead, feigning anger, but quickly grinned and smiled.

"It's a promise, I'll definitely do better next time."

Sasuke's cheerful voice echoed through the quiet forest.

Itachi smiled slightly, responding to his younger brother's joy.

However, his gaze lingered involuntarily on Sasuke's eyes, which had regained their dark and clear color.

That flash just now...

Is it really just rolling your eyes?

Or... am I just overthinking it?

(End of this chapter)