Uchiha: Starting as Tobirama's Jinchuriki

Within the illusion, Asuma seemed to transform into Qing Shui, personally lighting individual flames and watching them gradually grow, strengthen, and coalesce into a fire dragon that illuminated the world and dispelled darkness…

Asma was immersed in this feeling.

The light and darkness of the fire dragon gave him a strong sense of déjà vu, as if he himself were that growing flame...

After a long time.

Asma slowly opened her eyes.

Qingshui stood smiling in front of him, a fire dragon swirling in his palm: "Asuma, catch him!"

Asuma instinctively reached out his hand, only to see a raging fire dragon attack his palm. Startled, he heard Qing Shui's encouraging words:

Believe in yourself, you can do it!

At this moment, the lingering sensations of the illusionary world gradually revived in Asuma's memories.

Asma gritted his teeth and boldly stretched out his hand...

At this moment, Qing Shui's fingers also twitched almost imperceptibly, controlling the intensity of his chakra.

"Qingshui, I did it! I did it!"

Asuma looked at the fire dragon in his hand with ecstasy. Even though his thoughts might be focused on the village and the Will of Fire, he was still just an eight-year-old child.

Asuma was overjoyed to learn that he could master powerful techniques, and his affection for Qingshui reached its peak!

What senior Jonin teacher from the Sarutobi clan?

Not even as good as a single strand of Qing Shui!

Qingshui smiled as he watched Asuma jumping around, then slowly put his hands together and put away the fire dragon.

"Asuma, many things are difficult and seem impossible, but if we want to change the status quo, we must at least have the courage to try..."

Aokiji looked directly at Asuma and said slowly, "Just like the village now, you and I are just ordinary ninja academy students. How difficult is it to change the village into the way we want it to be?"

"However, there are some things that cannot be avoided just because they are difficult."

Asuma's expression turned serious, and he nodded earnestly: "Qingshui, I understand!"

"To be honest, I've even considered becoming a wandering ninja, to escape this situation that I can't stand and can't change..."

"But if I have you, Qingshui, I think I have enough courage!"

Qingshui shook his head: "Asuma, I'm just a clumsy explorer too, I'm actually very confused..."

“There are many things that I don’t judge accurately. Asma, I consider you a friend, and what I want to tell you is, don’t take everything I say as correct.”

"Instead, you should think more, Asuma..."

"Observe more, think more, and find the people and things you believe are right..."

Asma was stunned.

Qingshui's overly objective self-evaluation and extremely sincere advice stirred a warm yet bitter feeling in his heart.

In the village, there is only one person like this, Qingshui!

Qingshui smiled and extended his palm to him: "Let's do our best together, Asuma."

Asuma grasped it without hesitation: "Together, Qingshui!"

[Sensing that Sarutobi Asuma has developed a strong admiration for the host, he has been bound as a target for confrontation!]

And this occurred during Asuma's emotional fluctuations.

Madara Uchiha in the valley, and Tobirama Senju within Aoshimizu, were also deeply shaken...

It's Monday again, ugh...

Sensing the longing for a holiday that claypot rice evokes, fast forward to the long holiday!

Chapter 49 Madara Uchiha's Attack, Tobirama's Worries

Madara Uchiha recalled the fire dragon that Aokiji had displayed, his expression both excited and serious.

"This technique and method of utilizing Fire Release chakra..."

Madara Uchiha's mind flashed with the image of his younger brother, then he shook his head and laughed, "He says he's like Izuna, but he's actually more like me."

"Never mind, it's all the same. After all, I taught Izuna all his fire jutsu... but I won't mistake this technique."

"It's absolutely impossible for you to figure out my Fire Release technique on your own!"

If the resemblance between Aokiji and Izuna Uchiha had previously left Madara Uchiha somewhat bewildered and uncertain...

When Aoshui unleashed his Fire Release technique, Madara Uchiha was immediately convinced that Aoshui had an intricate connection with the two brothers.

Qingshui's Fire Release technique is unique to Uchiha Madara!

Combining Aozuki's ninja swordsmanship with his smooth use of Muramasa, Madara Uchiha's expression grew increasingly excited. He let out a long breath and muttered to himself:

"As expected of my younger brother, the legendary chakra reincarnation, is it really true...?"

Throughout the millennia-long struggle between the Senju and Uchiha clans, in each new era, a ninja of exceptional talent would emerge from both clans and become their respective clan leaders.

Each generation of exceptionally gifted clan leaders shares many similarities in personality and ability, and their relationships are often characterized by a love-hate dynamic.

This led to a bold speculation within both the Senju and Uchiha clans: "Could it be that the old clan leader, unable to settle his score with his mortal enemy, was reincarnated in a fit of rage?"

This conjecture has always been popular and talked about within both groups.

Before Qingshui, Madara Uchiha actually scoffed at this view and even tried to suppress it.

Chakra reincarnation? What utter nonsense!

I, Uchiha Madara, am myself, and I could never be the reincarnation of someone else!

But after seeing Qing Shui's performance—

Madara Uchiha remarked: "Hey, you know what, there's some truth to that!"

"It's not just the fire-style techniques; this method of winning people over and the rhetoric—how could an eleven or twelve-year-old child be so intelligent if he weren't the reincarnation of Izuna..."

Madara Uchiha recalled the conversation between Aokiji and Asuma, and the scene when he first became the clan leader came to mind.

At that time, Madara Uchiha was still young and ambitious. Although he was powerful, he had not yet developed his strength to its fullest potential and still needed the support of his clansmen.

Just as Aozumi had guided Asuma and Uchiha Hachiro, Uchiha Izuna at that time used gentle words and powerful force to swiftly win over the hearts of the entire Uchiha clan in Madara's name.

Madara Uchiha let out a long breath, his eyes filled with barely suppressed excitement, yet also with a hint of seriousness.

His excitement stemmed from his confirmation that Aoshui was the reincarnation of Izuna; being able to see his younger brother again was the best thing ever…

The solemnity reflected Madara Uchiha's thorough understanding of Izuna Uchiha.

Even now, although Aokiji is the reincarnation of Uchiha Izuna, he is also Shisui's older brother and has his own ideas...

In terms of identity and thoughts, Aokiji and Izuna, as Madara Uchiha's younger brother, are two completely different people.

Madara Uchiha did not believe that someone as intelligent as Izuna would trust him based on a few simple words.

If that's really the case, then Madara Uchiha wouldn't believe that Aozumi was the reincarnation of Izuna.

People can be so awkward sometimes...

"What kind of scheme do I need to devise to gain Qingshui's approval and get him to join me?"

"If we try to deal with that idiot Obito Uchiha as we did with Qing Shui, he could easily see through our weaknesses with his strength and composure. That would be terrible."

Madara Uchiha was deep in thought, his brows furrowing more and more, but the smile on his lips grew even wider.

Very challenging!

Madara Uchiha's heart, which had been dormant for a long time, began to beat strongly again...

Madara Uchiha's gaze swept over his aged arm, and his brows furrowed noticeably.

Going to see Qing Shui in such an undignified state...

He can't accept it!

We must, we absolutely must find a way to change this!

To ensure the Eye of the Moon Plan could at least continue, Madara Uchiha suppressed his desire for the blue water and slowly formed hand seals:

"Black Zetsu, I'm talking to you."

"The plan needs to be carried out as soon as possible. Quickly capture Uchiha Obito, then come back to me to report. You have other tasks to complete."

"I understand, Lord Madara."

Black Zetsu, who was serving as Rin Uchiha's ally, first respectfully reported back, then shook his head: "This generation's Indra, although he has awakened the Rinnegan, is truly a handful..."

"This so-called spokesperson plan is full of loopholes if I don't clean up your mess. I'm really destined to be a busybody."

"Never mind, these are minor issues compared to reviving Mother."

Black Zetsu stood in the corner, silently observing Obito Uchiha, who was sweating profusely, a sickly smile appearing on his pretty face.

"What Obito Uchiha needs is to feel cared for, so I will give him that feeling."

"Since ancient times, heroes have found it hard to resist the charms of a beautiful woman. But compared to the hero rescuing the damsel in distress, the damsel in distress rescuing the hero is truly irresistible..."

"Especially since they're from the emotional Uchiha clan!"

Black Zetsu slowly sank into the ground, and a grand drama targeting Obito Uchiha was being prepared for its unfolding.

And in the valley.

Qingshui smiled as he watched Asma's departing figure, feeling quite gratified.

At the moment of parting—

Asuma once said to Qingshui, "Qingshui, I have always hated those who abuse their power in the village, but please forgive me now. For the sake of the village's future, I have no choice but to do this..."

"After I go back, I will beg my father to let you and me be in the same class after graduation. Please agree..."

"I know you like medical ninjutsu, Qingshui. I'll try to get Father to have Lady Tsunade instruct us!"

Qingshui readily agreed.

With his status as a member of the Hokage lineage and Asuma's assistance, it would be difficult for him not to obtain it.

If Qingshui and Asima were in the same class...