Konoha: This Uchiha is extremely sneaky

Chapter 480 Doubt

The capital of the Iron Kingdom, the city after the snow, was touched by the cold wind, quiet and solemn.

In this world covered in silver, a solitary figure appeared on the edge of the city.

He was a warrior, dressed in heavy armor and wearing a hooded cloak, quietly awaiting the arrival of his distinguished guest.

His face was red from the cold wind, but his eyes were firm and deep, and the biting cold could not shake his inner resolve.

A fine longsword hung at his waist, its scabbard inlaid with exquisite patterns, and his name—Shidao—engraved on the hilt.

Behind him, the ancient city stands silently, its mottled walls and wooden buildings telling an ancient and mysterious story.

Behind the samurai was a tall cherry blossom tree, its branches covered in snowflakes that resembled blooming flowers, bringing a touch of gentleness and vitality to the cold winter.

Crunch!Crunch!

A series of hurried footsteps approached.

"Lord Samurai, when I arrived, the Hokage had already reached the village ahead, and he'll be at the capital soon!"

Upon receiving the report from his subordinate, the warrior named Shidao did not hesitate at all, immediately turned around and rushed towards the city behind him.

Not long after, a large group of brightly armored warriors appeared, surrounding a middle-aged man with bandages wrapped around his head and a cold, stern look in his eyes.

At that moment, three figures slowly appeared at the edge of the field of vision.

"It's the Hokage!"

Squinting to discern the figures in the distance, Mifune, as the general of the Land of Iron, did not hesitate at all and led his men to meet them.

"I did not expect the Hokage to travel so lightly; I have been negligent!"

Seeing that Toshiro was only followed by two guards, a look of surprise flashed across Mifune's eyes.

"The Mizukage and Raikage have arrived. According to reports, the Kazekage and Tsuchikage, who are further away, will arrive by tomorrow at the latest. Then, the Five Kage Summit proposed by Konoha can begin!"

"Admiral Mifune, you're too kind. I should thank the Land of Iron for providing the venue for us ninjas to gather."

Toshiro didn't pay much attention to this person who had defeated Edo Hanzo in the original work.

With his current strength, the so-called Hanzo of the Salamander is nothing more than a slightly stronger ninja.

Mifune, on the other hand, was a samurai who was somewhat outdated.

"How was the security for this meeting?"

There is a lack of trust between the villages.

Although Konoha was the initiator of this Five Kage Summit, Jiraiya, after communicating with the various villages, decided to hold the summit in the Land of Iron.

Security matters were also handed over to the other party.

"Please rest assured, Hokage, although the samurai are declining, I guarantee with my life that there will be absolutely no problem with their safety!"

Both Mifune himself and the Daimyo of the Land of Iron wholeheartedly supported this Five Kage Summit.

This would not only enhance their international standing as the Iron Nation, but also solidify their status as a neutral nation.

Therefore, the entire Land of Iron has put in its utmost effort to ensure the success of this Five Kage Summit.

Not only did Mifune personally take charge, but the venue chosen for the meeting was a newly built villa by the daimyo, specifically for his enjoyment.

"Thank you for your hard work, General!"

"It is an honor for the Land of Iron and for me!"

Having received the most important Hokage appointment, Mifune breathed a sigh of relief.

"This way, please. We have prepared a special resting place for the Five Kage."

As he spoke, Mifune led Toshiro toward the distant castle.

"Hmm...it seems..."

Just as he lifted his foot, Toshiro suddenly stopped, turned around, and glanced in the direction he had come from.

Over there, it seems someone is... spying?

"Lord Hokage?"

Seeing that Toshiro hadn't followed, the experienced Mifune was puzzled for a moment, then followed Toshiro's gaze and looked into the distance.

But all that could be seen was the snow-covered forests outside the city.

"I apologize for making a fool of myself, Admiral Mifune. Perhaps I'm being too sensitive!"

Toshiro hadn't activated his perception mode yet, but he vaguely sensed that someone was watching him with ill intentions.

But when he looked back into the distance, he couldn't sense anything.

Maybe I'm just being too sensitive.

With a self-deprecating laugh, Toshiro didn't take it to heart.

Ever since he integrated the Ten-Tails' chakra into his body.

Not only his eyes, but also his body began to undergo some unknown changes.

It seems... to be evolving in the direction of a celestial body, or rather, a divine tree.

He has become increasingly sensitive to changes in his surroundings, and he can gradually distinguish between gazes, malice, hostility, and so on.

"Shidao, take some men and go check that area. Remember to search it thoroughly!"

Toshiro didn't take it seriously, but Mifune was quite wary, even though he knew the truth might be as Toshiro said, that the Hokage was being too sensitive.

However, he also remained sufficiently vigilant.

"yes!"

The order was received from the three ships.

Shi Dao immediately selected several subordinates and headed towards the snow-covered forest in the distance to check for any unusual circumstances.

Unfortunately, let alone any unusual situation, Shi Dao didn't find even a ghost in the forest.

After Shi Dao's hurried arrival and departure.

In the forest where there was no one before, Obito and Zetsu appeared.

"This guy... we have to deal with him now!"

Just a glimpse from afar was enough for Uchiha Toshiro to notice something amiss. Black Zetsu looked uneasily in the direction Toshiro had disappeared, his tone revealing a deep sense of apprehension.

"I think it's best to be careful... that guy seems to have gotten stronger again!"

As soon as Black Zetsu finished speaking, White Zetsu, who was possessed by him, spoke uncertainly.

His perception was exceptional; he had only sensed it from afar and yet he had already noticed a significant change in the aura emanating from Uchiha Toshiro compared to before.

"He's gotten stronger again?... Is this guy still in a period of rapid growth in strength?"

Upon hearing White Zetsu's words, Obito's single eye revealed a look of helplessness and disbelief that he could not conceal.

Before the age of 20, a person's abilities can undergo tremendous changes due to their own growth.

Even a person with extraordinary talent cannot escape this rule.

If I remember correctly, Uchiha Toshiro is two years older than me, and is already 24 years old this year, yet his strength is still growing rapidly.

This is beyond common sense.

"Obito, do you think... Nagato might not be able to beat this guy!"

Seeing Obito fall silent, Black Zetsu was a little worried. Would there be any unexpected problems if Nagato was sent to deal with Uchiha Toshiro this time?

If things don't go well in the end and I lose the Rinnegan, wouldn't all my carefully prepared plans be ruined?

"There's nothing we can do except warn him!"

Nagato and Konan do not trust him or Zetsu.

Furthermore, influenced by the Rinnegan, Nagato's thinking has always been extremely stubborn; he will never turn back until he hits a brick wall.

"Obito, why don't you get involved too? If Nagato isn't a match for Toshiro Uchiha, you can lead him to retreat!"

White Zetsu sensed the change in Toshiro, and Black Zetsu sensed it too.

If before he only had some doubts that Nagato might not be able to win, now, in his mind, Nagato's chances of winning are less than 30%.

However, with Obito around, there shouldn't be any problem with him escaping with Nagato.

"We could also try persuading Konan to convince Nagato to bring more men!"

After thinking it over, Obito decided to use Konan as his breakthrough point.

Konan wasn't very supportive of their plan, but she was very concerned about Nagato's safety.

With her help in persuading him, Nagato should agree to bring more people.

With him lurking nearby, things shouldn't get too bad.

"Let's go back~"

With his body absorbed by the spatial vortex, Obito stopped worrying about Toshiro.

No matter how conflicted she was, Toshiro's matter still needed to be dealt with, especially since the other party already knew her identity.

Although I don't know why they let me off the hook, if this person isn't dealt with, things will become very complicated later on.

"What's wrong?"

After Obito's figure disappeared, Black Zetsu, who remained standing there, did not move for a long time, just standing there in a daze.

This left White Zetsu somewhat confused about the situation.

"It's nothing, let's go!"

He said it was nothing, but in Black Zetsu's heart, a huge storm was brewing because of one of his own thoughts.

Could it be that Uchiha Toshiro has awakened the Rinnegan?

He was too far away to perceive clearly, but the aura emanating from the other person seemed to give him a sense of déjà vu.

Unfortunately, that scent was too faint.

It vanished in a flash, as if it were just his imagination.

However, considering that the other party was neither the reincarnation of Indra nor had much to do with Ashura, Black Zetsu didn't think much of it.

As for whether he is the reincarnation of his good older brother...

The thought of this made Black Zetsu unable to control the fear in his heart.

Yes, Black Zetsu had just suspected that Toshiro might not be his older brother, and that Hagoromo Otsutsuki, who was pretending to be weak while actually being strong, had also secretly reincarnated.

Toshiro, the person directly involved, had no awareness of any of what was happening outside the capital of the Land of Iron.

He had only just moved into the villa of the Daimyo of the Land of Iron when Mei Terumi, wearing a Mizukage hat at her waist, came to visit.

"Xiao Mei is still as charming and beautiful as ever!"

Seeing the other person striding confidently with his head held high, Toshiro smiled and praised him.

Mei Terumi, who had just become the Mizukage, exuded a confident and composed aura.

Coupled with her curvaceous figure and long, flowing brown hair, she looked radiant.

Especially his pair of emerald eyes, which flashed with a soaring fighting spirit.

She exudes an aura of queenly authority.

(End of this chapter)