Naruto entry.

Chapter 158: Using Kiyoshi as a bridge between the Uchiha clan and the village.

Meanwhile, the high-ranking officials in Konoha Village were having a meeting.

Hokage Building.

"The Uchiha clan also harbors secret techniques!"

Danzo Shimura slammed his hand on the table, causing Hiruzen Sarutobi's pipe to bounce a few times.

He was furious about the Uchiha clan's hidden techniques.

Danzo Shimura believed he knew the Uchiha clan well enough, even knowing about secret techniques like "Izanagi".

But he had never heard of any secret technique that could kill a ninja in one move.

The deceased's body was scattered all over the ground.

It felt like an explosion, or like being squeezed by something.

It's like someone crushing a fly.

"Enough, Danzo."

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Danzo Shimura.

It is said that after being subjected to intense stimulation, the Uchiha clan will awaken an eye called the "Mangekyou Sharingan".

And they will possess some special techniques.

For example, "Susanoo".

However, this information only exists in written records.

Only Madara Uchiha had ever activated it; neither he nor any of the other high-ranking officials of Konoha or the Hokage advisors had ever seen it.

"Hiruzen, what we need to investigate now is whether Fugaku has awakened the 'Mangekyou Sharingan' that Tobirama-sensei mentioned, or some other technique."

Xiaochun stepped forward and said, "I'm turning to the next room."

This will determine the village's attitude towards the Uchiha clan and adjust the Uchiha's danger level accordingly.

That demonic race must be guarded against.

This was also Tobirama-sensei's belief during his lifetime.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have assigned all the Uchiha to the Konoha Police Department, which acted like a cage, imprisoning this group of Uchiha.

"Fugaku Uchiha is hiding his secret techniques; his intentions are hard to fathom."

Mitokado Yan pushed up his glasses.

If Fugaku Uchiha awakened his ability because of pain, then it can only be described as an accident. On the contrary, if he kept it hidden all along, then it is intriguing.

Of course, regardless of whether it's the former or the latter, Konoha will now increase its efforts to guard against the Uchiha.

Such a situation was anticipated when they were sent to the battlefield.

"...Let Kiyoshi go."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind flashed back to Kiyoshi's back.

Judging from our daily interactions, Kiyoshi has a deep understanding of the true meaning of the "Will of Fire".

Kiyoshi can be seen as a bridge connecting the Uchiha clan with the village.

In this way, we can know immediately about any moves the Uchiha make.

"Once this matter is settled, let them return to Konoha for the time being, and have the Hyuga clan ninjas go and meet up with the Uchiha stronghold to jointly guard that defensive line."

Hiruzen Sarutobi issued a series of orders.

An assassin emerged from the shadows into the Hokage's office.

He knelt on one knee, accepted the order, and left.

"These are turbulent times..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up the pipe that had just been jolted a few times by the shock.

I lit it and took a deep breath.

The village still needs the Uchiha clan, and the battle situation remains unclear.

Everything must be done with utmost care.

…………

Several days have passed.

In the woods.

"Be careful, everyone."

"Yes, Terumi Mei-sama."

A small squad of Kirigakure ninja listened to Mei Terumi's instructions.

In the Blood Mist Village, strength is paramount. Mei Terumi, with her terrifying talent and dual bloodline limits, naturally became the commander of this squad.

Genin (lower-ranking ninja) were actually the main force in the war, essentially cannon fodder.

Chunin are already officers, capable of leading their squads.

This is different from the squads led by Jonin; they are divided according to ability and strength.

Generally, the stronger the superior officer, the stronger the team they lead.

"very good."

Mei Terumi glanced back at the six people and nodded in satisfaction.

She gazed into the distance and saw a man and a woman walking in the woods ahead.

That's their goal today.

The ones in front are Raiga Kurosugi and Ameyuri Ringo.

Raiga Kurosugi ordered them to secretly follow behind, while they were responsible for scouting the Uchiha clan's secret passages from the front.

……

Black Hoshino Raiga had some white bandages wrapped around his body and carried two swords on his back.

"Is this where the Uchiha's hidden passage was discovered?"

Raiga Kurosu frowned as he looked at Yuri Ringo.

In the distance ahead, the faint sound of a stream flowing continuously could be heard.

This is the battlefield from a few days ago.

Hei Chu Lei Ya Ming Wu.

This means that the Uchiha base was not far away, and they passed through here to support the front lines.

If there's a secret passage, that makes sense.

For Earth Release ninjas, digging secret passages using Earth Release ninjutsu is an easy task.

"That's right."

Ringo Ameyuri's complexion was better than before, but not as good as when Kiyoshi used "Dark Medical Ninjutsu" to treat her body.

The effect is gradually diminishing.

"Continue leading the way."

Raiga Kurosu gestured for Ringo Amuri to continue walking.

He originally wanted to bring more people, but Ringo Ameyuri said that too many people would attract too much attention and make it easier for others to notice their movements.

That makes sense.

However... it could also be a trap set by Ringo Ameyuri to challenge his position.

So Raiga Kurosuki kept a watchful eye on things and secretly had some Kirigakure ninja follow him.

In the Blood Mist, intrigue and backstabbing happen almost every day.

Raiga Kurozumi has gotten used to this kind of life.

He walked behind her, glancing at Ringo Ameyuri's short stature a few times.

The sickly Ringo Ameyuri had pale skin.

If you change your hairstyle and let your long, reddish-brown hair down, it will look quite good.

Unfortunately, her hairstyle is a hindrance.

laugh!

Suddenly, a kunai sound pierced the air.

Kurosu Raiga instinctively dodged, and a kunai crackling with electricity grazed his ear.

"So it was a trap, Ringo Ameyuri."

Raiga Kurozuki's expression turned cold. He used "Body Flicker Technique" to take a few steps back and drew his twin swords.

Seeing this, Ringo Amori's pale fingers flew like butterflies as she rapidly gathered chakra to form hand seals.

"Lightning Release: Earth Walk!"

Ringo Ameyuri quickly unleashed her ninjutsu, and lightning appeared.

"snort."

Kurozuki Raiya snorted coldly, and the two swords clashed together.

"Lightning Release: Lightning Ball!"

The condensed lightning chakra gathered together, forming a ball of lightning.

Crack!

The two electric currents collided, and a dazzling white light covered the area.

"Let's do it!"

Kurozuki Raiga shouted.

However, before he could see the support from the Hidden Mist Squad, he was met with a blazing fire dragon.

Rumble!

The intense heat of the flames caused Kurozuki Raiga's pupils to constrict.

who is it?

Ringo Amuri also found other helpers!

Kurozuki Raiga's heart tightened. Without thinking, he immediately combined his twin swords and summoned lightning to bind his body.

This is a ninjutsu he created by combining the special effect of his dual swords that can summon lightning.

It's called "Ninja Art: Lightning Armor"!

Flames instantly enveloped Raiga Kurosugi, but Ringo Ameyuri on the opposite side was prepared and jumped away in advance, even creating a water wall in front of her using Water Release ninjutsu.

"Damn it!"

Kurozuki Raiga's face was so gloomy it was almost dripping with water.

Time was too short, and he could only barely summon "Ninja Art: Lightning Armor," almost getting burned to a crisp by the flames.

(End of this chapter)