Konoha: I, Uchiha, am brimming with positive energy

Chapter 256 Mikoto Makes a Move

"Itachi, have you learned it? With your Sharingan, when you use this genjutsu, even a Jonin would be caught off guard and fall into your genjutsu. And Sharingan genjutsu requires the help of others to break, which is when you can take the opportunity to launch an attack."

After covering it up once, Fugaku Uchiha broke the genjutsu on Itachi Uchiha.

For the past few days, he has been teaching Itachi how to use Sharingan genjutsu. Moreover, Fugaku Uchiha discovered that he had underestimated Itachi's talent; he could use many genjutsu after learning them only twice.

This made Fugaku Uchiha both hate and happy. He hated that he hadn't been able to stay by Itachi's side and properly train him in recent years; he was happy that his son's talent was too strong, and if given enough time, he might surpass Madara Uchiha.

Unfortunately, the Sharingan he left for Itachi was used by that bastard Uchiha Yoichi, who used it to build his own reputation.

"I have learned from my father, thank you for your guidance."

Uchiha Itachi said respectfully, "This is a forest north of Ninja Paradise, a place that the security forces rarely patrol."

After learning about this location last night, Itachi Uchiha went to see Shisui and managed to get a few more information from him, which led him to discover the approximate time and location of the security team's patrols near the Ninja Paradise.

However, Itachi Uchiha also knew that the patrol routes of the security team were not fixed. They were planned one day in advance after they finished get off work, and then the sealing scroll was used to inform all the teams the next morning. So how did his father know this?

Moreover, he avoided the patrols of the security team for several days in a row. Uchiha Itachi now only hoped that his biological father had come to give him guidance, and had no other thoughts.

"Itachi, you also awakened your Sharingan a few days ago. Although it's not the three-tomoe Sharingan yet, you can now train in the Uchiha clan's forbidden technique, Izanagi."

Fugaku Uchiha continued, speaking to Itachi Uchiha: "Izanagi is a forbidden technique that can change life and death, but the price is the loss of sight in one eye. It is the highest forbidden technique of the Uchiha clan. Unless it is a matter of life and death, Itachi, you don't need to use it."

"Yes, I understand, Father."

Although it already knew about the hand seals and dangers of Izanagi, Itachi Uchiha pretended not to understand and earnestly learned from Fugaku Uchiha.

He wanted to accommodate both sides, so he kept praying that Uchiha Fugaku was only there to see his son.

More than an hour passed quickly, and it got dark. It had been a long time since the Ninja Academy let out, and Fugaku Uchiha knew it was time for Itachi to go back.

But the operation is scheduled for two days later, so he must explain things to Itachi today.

Fugaku Uchiha spoke up, "Itachi, I need your help. Once it's done, you can leave Konoha with me."

"Leave Konoha? Father, what do you mean?"

"That's right, come with me. You're not suited to stay in Konoha. If you stay, Uchiha Yoichi will never trust anyone and might even secretly suppress you because of me. Itachi, I'm working hard for the peace of the ninja world right now. Come with me then."

Upon hearing this, Itachi Uchiha felt a sudden panic; his worst fears had come true.

However, Itachi's expression didn't change much, and he asked, "Father, what do you want me to do?"

"As expected of my son, I knew you would agree, Itachi; that bastard Uchiha Yoichi definitely didn't teach you properly, he's probably only doing this out of respect for that bastard Mikoto."

Fugaku Uchiha patted Itachi on the shoulder with satisfaction and continued talking, but he didn't notice Itachi's slightly clenched fist.

"I am now following Uchiha Madara, preparing to implement the Eye of the Moon Plan for the eternal peace of the ninja world. Once implemented, everyone in the ninja world will enter the dream world he desires most. However, before implementing this plan, we need to gather all nine tailed beasts."

"So, Itachi, Tsunade's due date is just around the corner these two days. Uchiha Yoichi will definitely be at Konoha Hospital at that time. I hope you can find out any clues about the Two-Tails Yugito, and even lure her here today. Then we can leave Konoha together."

Itachi Uchiha was slightly shocked, but then he appropriately showed surprise on his face and asked, "Father, are we going to attack Yugito?"

"Even if you don't strike, she will eventually enter the perfect world of Infinite Tsukuyomi. Itachi, the Eye of the Moon's plan is the most perfect. This is a proverb passed down from the Sage of Six Paths. If you have the Mangekyou Sharingan, you can also see the stone tablet in the underground secret chamber of the Naga Main Hall. It has been passed down by the Uchiha clan for over a thousand years."

Even so, after thinking about it for a moment, Yugito Uchiha Itachi still couldn't do it.

The village is now peaceful, everyone yearns for Konoha, and his family is very harmonious. He is the eldest among his younger siblings, and Sasuke and Karin both look up to him as a role model. If he were to actively harm Yugito, Itachi Uchiha could not imagine the disappointed looks in Sasuke and Karin's eyes.

Itachi Uchiha closed his eyes briefly, then opened them again and asked, "Father, is this the purpose of your visit to the village?"

"That's one of my purposes. My real purpose is to take you away, Itachi."

Fugaku Uchiha patted Itachi on the shoulder and said to him, "Are you alright, my son?"

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Uchiha Itachi was silent for a moment before slowly saying, "I will try my best, but I can't guarantee it. Although we live together, Yugito and I aren't very close."

That's a lie. How could the two not be familiar with each other since they see each other so often? They even trained in the Six Styles of Ninjutsu together, and Itachi even lost to Yugito.

"It's okay, I trust you. Just bring him here the day after tomorrow or the day after that."

When Fugaku Uchiha heard Itachi agree, a smile appeared on his face. He then continued, "Go back, my son. Don't let them suspect you."

"I understand, Father."

After saying that, Itachi Uchiha turned around and went back. It was still quite a distance from home, and it would take him some time to get back.

After Itachi Uchiha left, Black Zetsu slowly emerged from underground, then said with some doubt, "Can this brat really do it?"

"Yes, he is my son, and you have seen his talent, haven't you? If he hadn't been born in the wrong era, he would definitely have become a strongman like Lord Madara by now."

Fugaku Uchiha had no doubt about Itachi's abilities, and in the past two days he had taught Itachi a lot of Sharingan genjutsu, which Itachi seemed to have never encountered before; even if he hadn't awakened the Sharingan, someone of his status should have been exposed to it long ago.

The only explanation is that Uchiha Yoichi was suppressing and guarding against Itachi. This was Uchiha Fugaku's deduction, and he strongly agreed with it.

"Let's hope he succeeds. That might be our only chance. If he fails, we'll have to rely on Lord Madara afterwards."

Black Zetsu said, "The Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan should not be underestimated, especially since Konoha previously had a resurrected First Hokage, Hashirama Senju."

If the Fifth Hokage and the First Hokage were to join forces, even Madara would likely be difficult to deal with; Black Zetsu had been worried about this, since Madara only possessed the Rinnegan and had not become the Ten-Tails' Jinchuriki.

"According to the hospital's assessment, Princess Tsunade will probably give birth the night after tomorrow. The Fifth Hokage will likely go to Konoha Hospital to accompany her, since he seems to be a family man, hehe."

Upon hearing this, Fugaku Uchiha snorted coldly. He couldn't bear to hear anything about Uchiha Yoichi anymore and said directly, "He's just a lecherous scoundrel. The Gu family? He's not worthy of them!"

"Alright, alright, but I'll go keep watch for you first. Let Afei keep you company."

With Tobi's amplification ability, plus Fugaku Uchiha having awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan and learned a lot of Yin-Yang Release, dealing with a Two-Tails Jinchuriki would definitely be foolproof.

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"Mother, I'm back."

When Itachi returned, everyone else was already seated at the table. Sasuke waved and said, "Nii-san, hurry up, we've been waiting for you."

"Sorry I'm late."

After washing his hands, Itachi returned to the dining table and sat down. He then asked with some confusion, "Where is Father?"

Mikoto smiled and said, "He's not coming back tonight, let's eat first."

It seems that what Fugaku's father said really happened at Konoha Hospital.

Uchiha Itachi felt somewhat at a loss, then picked up his bowl and chopsticks and began to eat his dinner. He had trained for quite a while in the afternoon, so he should have been very hungry, but after hearing what had happened, he found the food tasteless and he could no longer eat his usually delicious dinner.

After finishing their meal, Itachi Uchiha didn't stay with Sasuke. Instead, he picked Sasuke up and placed him in front of Karin. Sasuke's eyes widened in shock, his face filled with disbelief.

Uchiha Itachi stayed in the living room for a while. After Mikoto finished her work in the kitchen, Itachi made up his mind and said, "Mother, there's something I want to tell you."

"Hmm? What is it?"

Seeing Itachi's serious expression, Mikoto said, "Let's talk outside."

After the mother and son arrived in the forest outside the courtyard, Itachi Uchiha took a deep breath and said, "Mother, Father has returned."

"Yang Yi-jun? Isn't he in the hospital?"

Mikoto Uchiha was initially taken aback, but quickly recovered and said with a slightly serious expression, "Itachi, you're talking about Fugaku Uchiha? He's already contacted you? What did he try to persuade you about?"

"Yes, but Mother, are you aware of this?"

Itachi Uchiha looked shocked; he had a feeling that his mother already knew about this.

"Actually, I found out a few days ago; Yang Yi told me about it."

Mikoto Uchiha glanced at Itachi, feeling relieved that he was willing to speak to her. Then, with a solemn expression, she said to Itachi, "His accomplices in the Akatsuki have been captured, and they have revealed their plans. So, Yoichi and I knew a long time ago about Fugaku Uchiha trying to manipulate you into attacking Yugito."

"You and Father know, so why don't you?"

"Yang Yi said he trusts you, so he decided to treat this as if it never happened. He also told me not to interfere with your decision and did not send any security forces or secret agents to monitor you."

"Itachi, I was wary for a day or two at first, but then I thought the Akatsuki had given up on this plan. But I'm glad you said it today."

Mikoto said gently to Itachi, then patted his head: "In this world, what parent doesn't believe in their children?"

"Thank you, Mother."

Itachi Uchiha was deeply moved, but then, remembering Fugaku Uchiha's plan, he asked, "What should we do over there? Should we tell Father?"

"Itachi, what are your plans?"

Mikoto asked, wanting to know Itachi's plans. If he didn't have any ideas, she could just talk to Yoichi directly.

"I don't want to tell Father yet. After all, he's my biological father and mother. I want to ask Shisui to have him and the police bring him back. I hope Father will..."

Itachi Uchiha didn't finish his sentence, but he certainly didn't want Fugaku Uchiha to be executed, so he thought it would be better to keep him locked up.

"You don't want Yang Yi to know? That's fine, but it's best to be fully prepared."

Mikoto comforted him, saying, "As for circumventing Fugaku Uchiha, you can talk to Yoichi about it later, Itachi."

Why do you have to come back?

At this moment, the same thought arose in the minds of both mother and son. Uchiha Mikoto's anger intensified. She had already pleaded for Uchiha Fugaku's life out of consideration for their past as husband and wife. Now, that bastard Uchiha Fugaku had come back to bewitch her son.

Thinking of this, Uchiha Mikoto couldn't help but want to take action.

"Itachi, there's no need to go find Shisui. Let me handle that guy."

Mikoto Uchiha was also feeling angry and furious. She hated Fugaku Uchiha for disturbing her family's peaceful life and wished she could teach him a lesson right now.

"Mother, you've come?"

Upon hearing this, Itachi Uchiha asked with a look of surprise and doubt, "Wouldn't it be better to just let Shisui come instead?"

"Itachi, don't underestimate me."

Mikoto gently poked Itachi's forehead. She had also received Hashirama's cells and knew Sage Mode; however, considering Fugaku Uchiha's strength, Mikoto thought for a moment and continued speaking to Itachi.

"I'll get Mina and Kushina to help me then, don't worry. I just want to teach a bastard who dared to bewitch my son a lesson myself."

Although Itachi Uchiha was somewhat moved upon hearing this, he still said worriedly, "Is that so, Mother? Should we tell Father?"

Are you sure?

Upon hearing this, Itachi Uchiha's expression froze for a moment, then he recalled the strength of Yoichi Uchiha that he had witnessed that day, and it was less than half of his original strength.

If Father found out, he would probably die on the spot.

"Then, Mother, I'm entrusting this matter to you. It will be done tomorrow evening before dinner, at Ninja Paradise."

Itachi Uchiha carefully relayed the information to Mikoto, and then asked her to persuade Yukito.

After saying all this, Itachi Uchiha still felt it wasn't very reliable and secretly thought to himself that he would ask Shisui for help again tomorrow.

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