Just one day later, at noon, an urgent letter from the border landed on the desk of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.
The message recorded on the letter was very simple, just one line, but it was enough to shake the white-haired old man to his core!
Because what is written on it is:
[Traces of Uchiha Ara have been suspected in the Land of Iron, but his motives are unknown.]
Chapter 256 An Unquenchable Hostility, No Turning Back
【Quiet,】
[Desolate,]
【indifferent.】
The clear atmosphere, carried by the evening breeze, gradually seeped into Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart and soul. This area presented a stark contrast to the bustling and lively Konoha city.
He himself has forgotten exactly how long it has been since he last set foot in the autonomous region of this tribe.
three years?
Five years?
Or is it from the time of the upheaval caused by the Nine-Tailed Fox?
"Sister, who is that person walking with Naoki over there?"
Is Father coming back?
A clear, childlike whisper suddenly rang out on the quiet street where footsteps were lightly tapping.
Following the sound, one could see a child, not even as tall as a table or chair, peeking out from behind a half-open door, his clear eyes revealing a hint of joy and curiosity.
He was like a flower bud that had not yet fully bloomed, forming a stark contrast with the bleak and desolate environment around him.
Seeing this vibrant little life, even Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had long since abandoned all pity, couldn't help but soften, his heart touched by the tender voice.
Because he also has a grandson who is about the same age as him.
He was a very mischievous little troublemaker.
Upon hearing this, the ANBU ninja following the Third Hokage looked puzzled. After all, even the youngest child in Konoha should have heard of the Hokage.
But he suppressed his negative emotions and stepped forward to introduce himself:
"This is the guardian deity of Konoha Village, the Third Hokage..."
However, before the ANBU ninja could finish speaking, a girl with short, neat hair, dressed in the standard Uchiha clan ninja uniform, walked out of the house and interrupted him directly:
“They are all insignificant outsiders; you don’t need to know them, much less remember them.”
"Father, it's because of these guys that we haven't been able to come back yet."
"Come inside."
The girl's gaze was icy, her voice devoid of any respect, and her entire demeanor exuded a cold indifference that kept everyone at arm's length, perfectly blending into her surroundings.
"I know, they are the bad guys who bullied us and bullied Brother Huang!"
"I will stay far away from them."
Upon hearing his sister's warning, the little guy blurted out something that seemed to understand but not quite.
That clear voice contained a hint of childlike innocence, as well as a touch of seriousness.
"presumptuous!"
How dare they call the Hokage a bad person in Konoha!
Such outrageous and treasonous words instantly touched the sore spot of the ANBU ninjas present. Even though the other party was just a child, the rules of the ninja world would not be exempted because of the other party's age.
After uttering a rebuke, the ANBU ninja wearing a white mask left the group and walked towards the siblings in sight.
Their angry demeanor clearly indicated a desire to teach them a lesson.
However, the girl showed no fear in the face of such an attitude. She simply shielded her younger brother behind her, her cold eyes flashing with crimson, and two jet-black tomoe marks were engraved on her pupils.
She was also a survivor and witness of that night.
Meanwhile, Uchiha Naki, acting as both guide and monitor, coldly offered his advice:
"Now that the Third Hokage has come here, please keep your subordinates in check."
"This is the Uchiha Autonomous Zone, not a park or a square."
At that moment, Uchiha Shingen, who was traveling with them, stood in front of the siblings, his distinct smell of blood mingling with the crimson in his eyes.
Having experienced the baptism of war in the east, he has clearly shed his former naiveté and become a pillar of the clan.
garden?
square?
What are they being treated as?
dog?
Such subtle irony instantly ignited the fury of this secret service team, and their belief in forbearance crumbled at that moment.
Simply because they were both Konoha ninjas who humiliated them, and belonged to that evil clan, the Uchiha!
'choke.'
Accompanied by the scraping sound of metal against metal, the sharp blades reflected a chilling light in the setting sun. An impatient ninja slowly drew his katana, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense and volatile.
Irreversible consequences can erupt at any moment in the blink of an eye.
At the same time, hurried footsteps echoed on the quiet street, and following the sound, groups of young men and women dressed in their family uniforms rushed over.
Without exception, they all gripped ninja tools tightly in their hands, their eyes gleaming crimson.
Besides the unwiped sweat, the dust, and the various untreated wounds, these young people seemed to have just finished training.
Such a united front against a common enemy immediately made the situation even worse.
Even strangers passing by can feel the intense rejection and hostility.
"presumptuous!"
"Do you know the consequences of raising your swords against the Hokage?"
"Or is it that all of this was Uchiha Ara's doing!"
The ANBU ninja who stepped forward first, intending to teach the siblings a lesson, turned and angrily rebuked them, his words carrying a subtle threat.
After all, no matter how arrogant the Uchiha clan is, no matter how infamous that guy is, can he stand against the will of the entire Hidden Leaf Village?
The title of Hokage represents the entire Hidden Leaf Village!
These words seemed to calm the atmosphere somewhat.
[As expected, they're just a bunch of good-for-nothing bastards.]
A cold mockery flickered in the eyes of the one who was scolding.
However, what he, and even Hiruzen Sarutobi who remained silent, never expected was...
"How dare you be disrespectful to the clan chief! You're asking for death!"
A low growl erupted from the air, and a boy with three tomoe marks in his eyes suddenly drew his sword and charged forward, his target the insolent ANBU ninja.
He was one of the tribesmen who had followed Huang Qian to the eastern border, and it was there that his eyes evolved.
This turn of events happened far too quickly and was completely unexpected by the dark squad present.
It should be understood that even the fathers of these little bastards, the former Konoha police force, would not, or to put it more radically, dare to draw their swords against the Anbu in Konoha, let alone launch an attack!
What they didn't expect was that these words were like opening Pandora's box. Amidst several similar roars, several Uchiha clan members who had rushed over also joined the battle.
Moreover, these little guys must have accumulated a lot of hatred over this long period of time. Their attacks were fierce and crazy. After being repelled, they ignored their injuries and pain and immediately returned to the battle. They completely regarded this stranger who stepped into their territory as their greatest enemy in this life!
Under such relentless and continuous clashes, and the intimidation of dozens of Sharingan eyes, even this battle-hardened elite of the Anbu suffered several wounds and was forced to retreat step by step!
During that time, a kunai even grazed past the Third Hokage!
This absurd situation, this outrageous scene, completely baffled the remaining three ANBU ninjas, who wanted to step forward and help.
However, seeing the Uchiha clan members gathering around them and feeling the increasingly irreconcilable hostility and conflict between the two sides, the three could only turn their gazes to the Hokage in front of them for instructions.
However, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not respond to this.
"Tom!"
The ANBU ninjas who went into battle met their end in a disheveled state, being blasted into a shop on the street.
He single-handedly fought against several young Uchiha who had awakened their Sharingan, and even the experienced Anbu were no match for him.
After all, this is a family where emotions dictate power!
The Sharingan is also one of the best bloodline limits in the world.
"Clap clap clap."
Just as the battle ended, a sudden round of applause erupted from the melee area; it was Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had remained silent throughout.
Looking at the equally disheveled little ones in his field of vision, he felt as if a spice jar had been broken, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
Perhaps I really did something wrong, especially after I concluded that the Nine-Tails' rampage several years ago was the work of the Akatsuki organization. Such regretful thoughts would occasionally surge up from the bottom of my heart.
Stepping into this place again today truly confirms the source of his remorse.
If Fugaku were still the head of the Uchiha clan, if the Uchiha clan were still guarding the eastern border, if everything could return to what it was before.
Then, there won't be a situation where even a little guy who is about the same age as your grandson shows strong hostility towards you, right?
Even if some friction occurred between the two sides, Fugaku Uchiha would suppress it all.
"As expected of the successors who inherited the name of Uchiha, they are very similar to your fathers."
"It was indeed the Dark Division's fault just now, and I apologize to Chief Huang on his behalf."
"However, I also hope that we can turn hostility into friendship after the fight. After all, the Uchiha and the Anbu are comrades in Konoha and heroes who protect the Land of Fire."
Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice was deep and sincere, just like an ordinary old man next door.
However, such words failed to win any friendly attitude from the younger generation present, and of course, no further provocative behavior occurred.
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