The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

As for the actual situation, Danzo's own judgment was inaccurate.

Furthermore, Danzo didn't become Hokage not because he disliked it, but because he couldn't become one.

With Hiruzen Sarutobi already dead, everyone in Konoha would rather have Jiraiya or Tsunade take over.

It wasn't until Tsunade was seriously injured and fell into a coma that Danzo found an opportunity to promote himself to the position of acting Hokage for a few days.

I got to experience being the Hokage for a while.

However, this acting Hokage did not gain much recognition.

Not only did Danzo not gain the approval of the Daimyo of the Land of Fire, but many ninjas in Konoha also did not recognize him.

"No wonder."

Let's not even talk about how Danzo is outdated.

Even at his peak, Danzo's reputation was not as good as Orochimaru's.

"I'm still a little over 200 points short of reaching 1000 reputation points."

"However, with so many workers I have now, it's quite easy to gain over 200 reputation points."

"It just so happens that I'm currently working on improving my forging techniques."

Enter the forging room.

"Waterfall Hammer!"

Uehara Osamu swung the hammer in his hand and smashed it hard down on the metal ingot on the forging table.

Compared to a water flow hammer, a waterfall hammer has much greater power.

"when!"

A striking sound, like the tolling of a bell.

"It's done!"

Uehara Osamu smiled.

"The River Hammer is not far off."

"However, I haven't made much progress in the second nature of chakra fusion and the Earth Core Polishing Technique."

"It needs more time."

"Or perhaps it's some other opportunity."

"Once I master the River Hammer, I will prioritize researching the art of grinding the Earth's core."

"This will be of greater help to me in improving my forging skills."

Water Shadow Building.

The Third Mizukage held a document in his hand, his face beaming with barely suppressed joy and pride.

"Ten Zang severely injured Yekura."

"Yagura, Fuguki, Juzo, and Kisame Hoshigaki defeated Orochimaru."

"Raiga defeated Shimura Danzo."

"Not bad."

"When the forged Zanpakuto appeared, things started to go more smoothly for Kirigakure."

"The Unhealable Blade, Kiriichimonji".

"Ice Blade, Blue Rose Sword".

"Thunder Spear, Thunder Strike Blade."

"Blood Blade, possessed by the Water Dragon."

"In terms of strength, the Shinigami Squad is already stronger than the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist."

"The Zanpakuto is already stronger than the Seven Ninja Swords of Kirigakure."

"The Second Hokage didn't achieve so many consecutive victories when facing Konoha, especially while simultaneously fighting against Sunagakure. In terms of achievements, I'm not much worse than the Second Hokage."

"We'll surpass them very soon."

"I still have time."

"Surpassing the second generation is inevitable."

"As for individual strength, the Skeleton Emperor's abilities are extremely strong."

"As long as I get close, as long as my attack hits, then no matter who it is, they will not escape death."

"But I need an opportunity to prove my abilities."

"A strong enough opponent."

Orochimaru, Jiraiya, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and Ōnoki.

Apart from these four, the Third Mizukage didn't think much of the others.

Either they're not strong enough.

Or perhaps, they're too young.

The Third Mizukage believed that only by killing these veteran powerhouses could he prove his strength.

"Speaking of which, Konoha's foundation is truly profound."

"Under Hiruzen Sarutobi's leadership, Konoha, which was constantly declining, still has so many top-notch ninjas."

"How enviable."

"Hiruzen Sarutobi's luck is incredible."

While the Shinigami team members performed well, they had not yet reached the level of Orochimaru and the others.

They defeated Orochimaru, but only by having a numerical advantage.

Suddenly, the Third Mizukage sensed something was wrong and instinctively looked out the window.

The Third Mizukage frowned.

"Someone?"

"Or is it just an illusion?"

With a wave of his hand, an ANBU ninja entered.

"Mizukage-sama."

"Go and check that direction."

"Yes, Mizukage-sama."

Soon, the ANBU ninja returned and reported.

"Reporting to Lord Mizukage, there's nothing wrong."

The third Mizukage nodded.

"I see, let's go."

"Yes."

After the ANBU ninja left, the Third Mizukage glanced out the window one last time.

"It seems I was mistaken."

"My health hasn't been very good lately; I guess I'm getting old."

A sense of urgency suddenly arose in the heart of the Third Mizukage.

In the past, the Third Mizukage wouldn't have done that.

Now, the Third Mizukage has a goal and sees the hope of surpassing the Second Mizukage in both achievements and strength. Therefore, the Third Mizukage is eager to achieve these two goals.

"The Hozuki clan has been a hindrance to the Second Hokage."

"Now, the evaluation of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist and the Seven Ninja Blades of the Mist in the village and the ninja world has dropped a lot."

What the ANBU ninja didn't know was that after he left...

Suddenly, a vortex appeared in the previously empty air.

Immediately afterwards, a figure emerged from the vortex.

He wore a red cloud and a black robe, and a spiral-shaped mask.

Obito Uchiha looked in the direction of the Mizukage Building, his face grim.

"The Third Mizukage!"

The hatred in Obito Uchiha's eyes was undisguised.

Using genjutsu, Obito Uchiha controlled a Hidden Mist ninja and infiltrated the Hidden Mist Village, seeking revenge.

Rin Nohara's death caused Obito Uchiha immense pain.

Even if Madara Uchiha revealed the Eye of the Moon Plan.

If this plan were to be realized, Obito Uchiha would be able to obtain a world where Rin Nohara is safe and sound, and where he lives happily ever after—that was Obito Uchiha's dream.

Therefore, for this reason, Obito Uchiha was willing to do everything in his power to realize Madara Uchiha's plan.

However, this does not mean that Obito Uchiha will let go of his hatred for Kirigakure.

On the contrary, Obito Uchiha's hatred for Kirigakure will only grow stronger over time.

In Kirigakure, Obito Uchiha hated the Third Mizukage the most.

According to the information obtained by Obito Uchiha, it was the Third Mizukage who injected the Three-Tails into Rin Nohara's body to carry out the Konoha bombing plan. This decision was made by the Third Mizukage.

In other words, the Third Mizukage was the culprit who caused Rin Nohara's death.

"I can never forgive the person who killed Lin!"

"I will make you all die!"

"Let's start with you, the Third Mizukage!"