Uchiha: Becoming the Strongest Hokage from Scratch

The invitation to the founding ceremony of Konoha Village was spread throughout the entire ninja world via the Ninja Hawk on the same day.

All the major and minor powers surrounding the Land of Fire, and even those overseas, received the official letter bearing the leaf symbol.

The letter was written with great respect and stated that Konoha Village would officially hold its founding ceremony in three days.

Uchiha Tsukuyomi is about to assume the position of First Hokage and cordially invites leaders of various factions to attend the ceremony, discuss peace, and envision the future together.

……

Uzushi Village.

Holding the newly delivered document, Tobirama Senju couldn't help but sneer, clearly seeing through Uchiha Tsukuyomi's sinister intentions and blatant provocation.

"The village founding ceremony, the First Hokage... Hah!" Tobirama Senju repeated softly, then looked at Hashirama Senju. "Brother, what do you think of Konoha's invitation?"

Upon hearing this, Hashirama Senju raised his head, a genuine smile appearing on his face.

"This is great news! The Moon Lord invited us to the ceremony; this is a signal of peace!"

He put down the documents and said with great interest, "I have to go there myself. I'll take this opportunity to have a good talk with Yue-jun."

"If we can use this occasion to reach some peaceful consensus, or even promote cooperation between the two villages..."

"Brother!" Tobirama Senju interrupted him, "Wake up! This isn't goodwill, it's provocation!"

Hashirama Senju frowned. "Tobirama, you think too highly of the Moon Lord..."

"Brother, you've underestimated Uchiha Tsuki!" Tobirama Senju retorted sharply. "He's calculating every step of the way! Inviting us to the ceremony is for two reasons."

First, if our elder brother goes, it would be tantamount to acknowledging in front of the Ninja World that Uchiha Tsuki is on equal footing with us.

Secondly, if we don't go, he will use this opportunity to spread rumors that our Uzushiogakure village is narrow-minded and lacks sincerity in seeking peace!

He took a deep breath and advised, "Besides, there are so many things to deal with in the village right now."

Madara just brought back so many ninja clans; their resettlement, integration, and planning... all require your presence. How can you leave the village at a time like this?"

Hashirama Senju opened his mouth, as if he wanted to say something, but Tobirama Senju subtly gave a wink to the people around him.

Sarutobi Shingo immediately understood and stood up, saying, "Lord Hashirama, Lord Tobirama is right."

The village is newly built and everything needs to be renovated. If you go to witness the ceremony, there will be no one in the village to take charge.

Clan Chief Shimura followed closely behind, saying, "Yes, Lord Hashirama, even if you're just going to observe the ceremony, sending Lord Tobirama along with us shows great sincerity."

"It reflects your status, and Konoha can't really say anything about it."

Representatives from the Utatsunobu, Mitomon, Terumi, and other tribes also chimed in with their opinions.

Ashina Uzumaki pondered for a moment, then understood what Tobirama Senju was going to do, and slowly spoke up to cover for him.

"Hashirama, what everyone says makes sense. You are the symbol of the village, so it is safest for you to stay and stay in the village."

"Having Tobirama lead the delegation to attend the ceremony is both proper and allows for flexibility in handling any situation."

With everyone chiming in, even though Hashirama Senju still wanted to go in person, he had to change his mind.

"...Alright." He reluctantly conceded, "Tobirama, then you will lead the team to represent Uzumaki Village at the ceremony in Konoha."

"As for the accompanying personnel... Zhenwu, you clan leaders should also come along; it would appear more formal."

"Yes, brother (Lord Hashirama)!" Tobirama Senju and the others responded in unison.

The personnel had already been finalized, and from preparation to departure, it took less than three hours in total.

After leaving the village for more than ten kilometers, Tobirama Senju waved for the group to stop.

"Gentlemen, I will speak frankly." Tobirama Senju lowered his voice, "My elder brother is too merciful. Uchiha Tsuki cannot be spared. I'm sure you all share the same thought as me."

So this trip to Konoha to attend the ceremony was a pretense; the real purpose was to unite with forces around the Land of Fire to eliminate Uchiha Tsuki and destroy Konoha!

Everyone's expressions tightened, but there was not much surprise.

They had already guessed Tobirama Senju's thoughts, which is why they cooperated so well during the meeting.

"However... we cannot openly break ties with Uchiha Tsuki unless it is absolutely necessary."

"What does Lord Tobirama mean?" Sarutobi Shingo asked.

"Ha, isn't Uchiha Tsukuyomi's excuse for wanting war? Doesn't he want to use this opportunity to lure all his opponents to Konoha? Then so be it!"

With a cold smile, Tobirama Senju made his decision, "Let's go to the Land of Waterfall first. I've contacted the forces around the Land of Fire before, and they'll definitely cooperate if we go together this time."

The group exchanged glances and nodded in agreement.

The group suddenly changed direction and sped towards the Land of Waterfalls.

……

Meanwhile, in Konoha Village.

"Yuuki, have the messages been sent out?" Uchiha Yue asked calmly. "What are the reactions from all sides?"

"Lord Yue, the invitations have been sent through official channels, and all parties have indicated that they will attend the ceremony."

"Well, how's the village's defense setup going?" he continued.

Hatake Yuuki's expression turned solemn, and he replied with utmost seriousness, "As per your request, the defense forces have been adjusted to be loose on the outside but tight on the inside, but..."

Uchiha Tsukuyomi glanced at him. "Just what?"

"Lord Yue, this is still too risky. If something goes wrong, not only you, but the newly built village may also be at risk of destruction."

"I know it's risky." Uchiha Tsukuyomi quietly activated his three-tomoe Sharingan. "But the village has just been established and urgently needs a war to establish it."

"And we will win. I have the power to lead you to victory!"

As for failure?

Uchiha Yue had certainly considered it, and believed that those who were eager to make a move were certain that he would fail.

but……

"The day of the village founding ceremony is the day I complete the system task and receive the prosperity reward."

Uchiha Yue's eyes were full of confidence and anticipation. "Compared to the original Konoha, my side has many more famous ninja clans. The level of prosperity can't be low!"

Besides, Hashirama Senju isn't coming this time; it's just Tobirama Senju leading the team.

How could he possibly fail!

This confident to the point of arrogance reminded Hatake Yuuki of the assessment that day and of Uchiha Tsuki's strength.

Taking a deep breath, Hatake Yuuki suppressed the shock in his heart, bowed deeply, and said, "Your subordinate understands. I will protect Lord Tsuki and fight to the death against the enemy!"

"No need for a fight to the death." Uchiha Tsukuyomi waved his hand, resuming his lazy demeanor. "Put everything according to plan. If the ninjas from each clan cooperate well, those scattered rabble won't amount to much. It's not much harder than killing a chicken."

"As for formidable enemies... I can handle that alone."

Hatake Yuuki paused, swallowed the words that were about to come out, nodded, accepted the order, and left.

"Tobirama Senju, why do you think the Konoha I created is weak...?"

Uchiha Yue's expression grew increasingly cold. "Come on, all of you come on! Anyone who dares to make a move will be left here as fertilizer!"