Naruto's civilian cannon fodder starts with the three-body technique

Chapter 436 This is so Danzo
Looking at Danzo, who was still thinking about the future of Konoha, Umino Sasuke couldn't help but feel a little surprised. This willingness to die for the village was indeed very Danzo-like.

"Come! Step on my dead body and lead Konoha's future to greater heights and farther!"

Danzo closed his one eye, straightened his bound chest, and struck a pose as if he were about to die a martyr.

Instead of making a move, Umino Sasuke calmly asked a seemingly unrelated question:
"Danzo, I heard that when you first established Root, you recruited a large number of members of the Shimura clan into Root, and they were almost all killed in various missions and the First Shinobi World War, resulting in the current dwindling number of Shimura members?"

"The Shimura clan?" Upon hearing this, Danzo opened his one eye, and then a look of understanding flashed in his eyes. He thought that Umino Sasuke was worried about the Shimura clan's revenge.

“Sasuke, even if you kill me, the Shimura clan will not seek revenge. Back then, in order to strengthen the Root, I did forcibly conscript a large number of clan members, which led to the decline of the clan. We have long since fallen out with them and are now like strangers. They might even thank you for helping them get rid of me, this ‘scourge’ that was weighing on their heads.”

He paused, a chilling glint flashing in his single eye: "Of course, if you're worried and want to exterminate their entire clan to prevent future troubles, that's fine too! They're all a bunch of fools who only care about their own family's interests and don't understand the bigger picture! What's sacrificing one Shimura clan for the stability of Konoha?!"

Upon hearing this, Sasuke Unno felt a chill run down his spine. He really was Danzo!
As expected of the Darkness of Konoha, even when suggesting that someone exterminate their own clan, they can do it in such a refreshing and unconventional way!
Sasuke Umino shook his head, looked at Danzo with an expression that said, "Go ahead and do it," and slowly said, "Danzo, when did I say I was going to kill you?"

Danzo was suddenly stunned, his single eye filled with astonishment: "You're not going to kill me?"

He had never expected Umino Sasuke to say that. In his view, his previous attempt to control the other party and his ambition to covet the Hokage position had been exposed. The two sides had already broken off relations. Furthermore, he knew the core secrets of Senju Nawaki's survival and awakening of the Wood Release bloodline limit. For both reason and emotion, Umino Sasuke had no reason to let him go.

Of course, Sasuke Umino wouldn't kill Danzo easily. Rather than eliminating this troublesome individual, he preferred to recruit this Kage-level fighter and all the Root ninjas.

Danzo's abilities, methods, and familiarity with the dark side of Konoha are all extremely valuable. Moreover, Konoha still has Hiruzen Sarutobi, who is likely still alive, waiting for him to deal with.

If you want to completely bring down Hiruzen Sarutobi, or even ruin his reputation, who could be more suitable than the Nagakage?
Danzo, a cunning and calculating man, instantly realized Umino Sasuke's plan, narrowing his one eye: "You want me to become your subordinate?"

“Not bad.” Sasuke Umino readily admitted, “You are still useful to Konoha. It would be a waste if you died.”

Danzo remained silent.

He was not afraid of death and had even made all the preparations to sacrifice himself for Konoha. However, joining forces with Umino Sasuke and becoming one of his subordinates was indeed a difficult hurdle for Danzo, who had always aimed for the position of Hokage and was very proud of himself.

Looking at the silent Danzo, Umino Sasuke didn't urge him, but just sighed to himself, his tone full of concern for the country and its people.

"Alas, the road to Konoha's resurgence is long and arduous! The other four great ninja villages harbor wolfish ambitions and certainly won't stand idly by and watch us rise again. If we face only one or two major ninja villages, Konoha wouldn't be afraid, but if we were to be besieged by all four at the same time, even with Konoha's strength, I'm afraid..."

Before he could continue analyzing the future situation facing Konoha, Danzo had already convinced himself.

"No more words!"

Danzo abruptly interrupted Umino Sasuke, his single eye flashing with an almost martyr-like light, "What does personal honor or disgrace matter for the sake of Konoha's greatness once again! I agree!"

No sooner had he finished speaking than a scene unfolded that left everyone speechless.

Danzo cooperated perfectly, opening his mouth and sticking out his tongue, looking just like the Inuzuka ninja, Haba.

Umino Sasuke:? ? ?
What's going on? It's fine to take you in as a dog, but you don't need to stick your tongue out like that, acting like a lapdog waiting to be fed. That's not like Danzo at all!
Seeing that Umino Sasuke was not making any move, Danzo began to urge him on, even offering him advice: "To control ninjutsu, it's best to use a sealing seal, engraved on the tongue! This will not only ensure control but also prevent subordinates from leaking secrets! For example, the 'Tongue Calamity Seal' used by my Root is excellent!"

Fearing that Umino Sasuke's control wasn't tight enough, he added, "However, I'm quite familiar with the Tongue Calamity Seal, and I might be able to find a way to break it. You're proficient in the Uzumaki clan's sealing techniques, so it would be best if you could modify and strengthen it to prevent me from breaking it!"

But that wasn't all. Danzo seemed to have opened a floodgate, frantically adding more control measures to himself: "Relying solely on the cursed seal isn't safe enough. It would be best to combine it with a control-type poison. No, even poison can be neutralized, so it's not reliable enough! Let's place a talisman seal on my heart! The Uzumaki clan's sealing techniques should have this kind of technology? If not, we'll use the ones I collected from Root for now, and improve and upgrade them later!"

He became more and more enthusiastic as he spoke, his eyes growing brighter and brighter: "That's right! I heard your Flying Thunder God Mark can't be removed? Then place the Flying Thunder God Mark on my heart, brain, and all other vital parts! That way, even if I can break through all other controls, you can still take my life instantly! That's what you call foolproof!"

Umino Sasuke looked at Danzo, who was talking non-stop, with a strange expression. He had seen ruthless people before, but he had never seen anyone so ruthless to him. This was no longer a simple cooperation; it was as if Danzo was afraid that he would not die thoroughly enough and was actively helping the enemy to find a way to bury him more completely!

However, Umino Sasuke was not one to be coy. Since Danzo himself had proposed such a perfect control plan, he was naturally happy to oblige.

"as you wish."

Without further hesitation, Umino Sasuke began a series of operations based on the control plan set by Danzo himself.

He first used a sophisticated vortex sealing technique combined with the root's curse seal technique to place an enhanced version of the Yin-Yang Tongue Seal on Danzo's tongue. This not only prevented the secret from being leaked, but also allowed him to induce brain death through the curse seal, thus gaining initial control.

Next, he covered his hands with pure Yang Release chakra and pressed them directly onto Danzo's heart, setting up multiple complex control seals at the core of his heart and connecting them with the curse seal on his tongue.

Then, he condensed the Flying Thunder God Technique at his fingertips and quietly inscribed invisible Flying Thunder God marks on several vital points such as Danzo's heart, brow, and back of the neck. No matter where Danzo was, he could directly use the Reverse Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport him into a prison or a volcanic wasteland.

Finally, Umino Sasuke took out a poison pill made from wood-style pollen mixed with special medicinal herbs and gave it to Danzo. This poison pill usually lay dormant, but once it took effect, if the unique antidote was not taken regularly, death was certain, and only his wood-style release could neutralize it.

With so many layers of control, they were confident that even if Danzo had extraordinary abilities, he would have no chance of breaking through them.

After all, this was a flawless plan that even Danzo himself believed to be foolproof.

After completing all control, Umino Sasuke waved his hand, and the Wood Release vines binding Danzo seemed to come alive, quickly retreating and shrinking back to the ground.

Upon regaining his freedom, Danzo did not hesitate for a moment. He immediately knelt on one knee, bowed his head, and swore an oath in an extremely respectful and firm tone:
"For the restoration and greatness of Konoha, your subordinate Shimura Danzo swears to serve the Fourth Hokage to the death!" His voice was firm and powerful, devoid of any of the previous hostility and resentment, and even showing a great deal of fanaticism.

All the Iron Wall Anbu members around, including Senju Nawaki, Aburame Shiguro, and Gekko Yoru, watched this dramatic scene unfold before them. Seeing even someone like Shimura Danzo completely subdued by Umino Sasuke, an indescribable surge of passion and reverence welled up in their hearts!

It's unclear who was the first to react, but they immediately knelt down on one knee.

"I swear to serve the Fourth Hokage to the death!"

"I swear to serve the Fourth Hokage to the death!"

"I swear to serve the Fourth Hokage to the death!"

For a moment, the unified oaths of the Iron Wall's secret agents echoed through the mountains and forests.

Their voices resounded throughout the surrounding area, filled with fervor and loyalty.

"No, this must be an illusion?! Lord Danzo! How could you..."

With his chakra sealed, Ryoma Aburame could only watch helplessly as his faith crumbled inch by inch.

Danzo, whom he regarded as a god, who was willing to become the darkest figure in the ninja world for the sake of Konoha, is now... kneeling on one knee before Umino Sasuke, swearing allegiance?!

In fact, they even actively requested to be subjected to all sorts of harsh controls?!
This stark contrast left his mind blank, indescribable.

He struggled to lift his head, his gaze towards Umino Sasuke filled with hostility and defiance, and roared hoarsely, "Umino Sasuke! What kind of genjutsu did you cast to control Lord Danzo?!"

Sasuke Umino glanced at Ryoma Aburame indifferently, not surprised by his reaction.

"Danzo, I'm entrusting it to you. What I need is a complete and usable root."

"Yes! I understand!" Danzo's single eye was filled with determination as he immediately accepted the order.

In his view, this was the first mission given to him by the Fourth Hokage, and he had to complete it perfectly. It was a matter of his ability and value, and failure was absolutely not an option!

He stood up, walked to Aburame Ryoma, looked down at his most capable subordinate, and his voice regained its usual coldness and authority.

"Bug, are you questioning my decision? Or are you questioning the path I've chosen?"

Aburame Ryoma exclaimed excitedly, "Your subordinate dares not question you, sir! But... we swore allegiance to you for the future of Konoha that you have envisioned! And yet you—"

"Foolish!" Danzo interrupted him sharply, a piercing light flashing in his single eye. "What is the Root's philosophy? It is to become nutrients, buried deep underground, to nourish the great tree, for the prosperity and stability of Konoha! What we are loyal to has never been any particular person, but Konoha itself, and the right path that can make Konoha strong!"

He pointed at Umino Sasuke, his tone carrying an undeniable certainty: "And Lord Sasuke is my most correct choice! He is destined to lead Konoha to unprecedented glory as the Fourth Hokage!"

Danzo began to list them one by one, his voice strong and clear: "You should also know about the Fourth Hokage, Sasuke! He emerged during the Second Shinobi World War and single-handedly reversed the decline of Konoha and broke the stalemate in the Land of Rain!"

Afterwards, with lightning speed, he led the Iron Wall Legion into the heart of the Land of Wind, forcing the Land of Wind to sign a humiliating treaty and eliminating a major threat to Konoha's western front!
On the East Sea, they crippled the Hidden Mist Village, annihilated the main force of the Land of Lightning's fleet, and relieved Konoha of the crisis of fighting on multiple fronts.

And just today, they annihilated the Iwagakure Explosion Release unit and severely wounded Ōnoki, laying the foundation for their victory over Iwagakure!

Each victory was like a heavy hammer blow to Aburame Ryoma's heart.

He knew all of this, and it all demonstrated Umino Sasuke's amazing achievements and strength.

Danzo's voice grew increasingly impassioned. He suddenly pointed to Senju Nawaki, who had already removed his mask, and exclaimed, "Look at him again! Senju Nawaki! The grandson of the First Hokage! He has actually awakened the Wood Release Kekkei Genkai!"

"What does the reappearance of Wood Release mean, Insect, don't you understand?!"

A fanatical light flashed in Danzo's single eye. "This means that Konoha will welcome a new generation of ninja god! This means that Konoha's glory will be restored under the leadership of the Fourth Hokage!"

He took a deep breath, his tone filled with complex emotions and utter conviction: "I, Shimura Danzo, consider myself to have dedicated my life to Konoha, acting decisively and fearlessly in the face of darkness. But even I must admit that in terms of vision, strength, methods, and leadership in guiding Konoha's future, I am far inferior to the Fourth Hokage, Sasuke!"

Danzo looked down at Ryoma Aburame, his voice cold yet burning with expectation: "Mushi, you are one of my most valued subordinates. Tell me, what is Root's ultimate goal? Is it for my personal power, Danzo Shimura's power? No! It is for the strength and greatness of Konoha! Now, a brighter and more powerful path lies before us, one that can more thoroughly realize Root's ideals. Why are you still so fixated on loyalty to anyone?!"

"Our loyalty to the Fourth Hokage, Sasuke, is for the sake of Konoha! It's for the perfect realization of Root's ideals! Insect, have you forgotten our vow to be rooted in darkness and devoted to Konoha?! Are you going to betray the very reason for Root's existence?!"

Danzo's words resonated in Ryoma Aburame's mind like a great bell. Yes, wasn't the existence of Root for the sake of Konoha?
If even Lord Danzo believed that loyalty to Sasuke Umino was the best way to make Konoha stronger, and was even willing to set an example by setting aside personal glory and even voluntarily accepting the most stringent control.

If Lord Sasuke Umino truly supports Konoha's return to greatness, then wouldn't my insistence seem both laughable and narrow-minded?

(End of this chapter)