Uchiha: Becoming the Strongest Hokage from Scratch

Madara Uchiha remained silent because he suddenly realized that he had underestimated his junior from his clan.

But what followed was ecstasy.

The stronger Hashirama became, the more excited he became. Similarly, he felt the same way about Uchiha Tsuki, whom he already considered one of his rivals.

The opponents were too weak; it was really boring.

"Ha, this is getting more and more interesting!"

After a moment of silence, Madara Uchiha suddenly laughed, his Eternal Eyes activating involuntarily. "But... he's still utterly helpless before these eyes of mine!"

His confidence bordered on arrogance as he exuded an aura of self-assurance: "I even hope this junior awakens the Mangekyou Sharingan right now!"

He enjoys challenges and strong opponents; only in this way can he experience unparalleled joy and a sense of accomplishment.

Got it!

Upon hearing this, Tobirama Senju was stunned for a moment, his heart filled with a swirling mix of emotions: frustration, helplessness, and exhaustion.

How could I have forgotten about Madara's arrogant personality!

Madara's current state clearly indicates that he knows Uchiha Tsukuyomi is quite strong, but he also believes that the opponent is not strong enough and wants to wait until the opponent becomes stronger before having a thorough and enjoyable battle.

What's the difference between this and raising a tiger for personal gain?

Of course there's no difference, but that's Uchiha Madara!

He was arrogant and conceited, and looked down on everyone.

He treats Uchiha Tsukichi in his current form just like he treats Might Guy in the original story; he really wants to see just how strong Uchiha Tsukichi is at his peak!

The Mangekyou Sharingan + Perfect Sage Mode + Flying Thunder God Technique—just thinking about it excites him!

Then... decisively defeat your opponent in their prime!

"Madara, you're too arrogant. If you really let Uchiha Tsuki..." Tobirama Senju anxiously tried to change Madara Uchiha's dangerous idea.

Are you doubting my abilities?

However, before Tobirama Senju could finish speaking, Madara Uchiha interrupted him with a domineering gesture.

"Be skeptical, I crave to be skeptical, but my eyes will make you see reality."

Madara Uchiha shrugged. "Of course, I'm not trying to prove anything. I never took you guys seriously anyway."

As he finished speaking, he looked at that man, "But... except for Hashirama!"

Spicy!

Tobirama Senju's heart sank. Madara Uchiha, who should have stood by his side, was actually planning to raise a tiger to cause trouble because of his ridiculous arrogance!

"Big brother!" he cried out anxiously, "If I'm not mistaken, Uchiha Tsuki has already begun his actions; he's going to start a war!"

"Tobirama..."

Hashirama Senju took a deep breath. "You started this war, not Uchiha Tsuki!"

It's spicy again!

Tobirama Senju abruptly lowered his head, and when he looked up again, he could no longer control his emotions. "Big brother! Did Shingo and the others die in vain?!"

The roar echoed throughout the office. Seeing his younger brother's ferocious, beast-like expression, Hashirama Senju's heart ached.

But as painful as it may be, the principles cannot be changed and the bottom line cannot be crossed!

"None of this is Tsuki-kun's fault, it's yours! Tobirama!"

Hashirama Senju raised his voice, "I've made it very clear before: a person hasn't made a mistake until they've made one!"

"Brother! Uchiha Tsukuyomi is a wolf in sheep's clothing; he's taking advantage of your kindness! He's exploiting your principles! He's taking advantage of your naiveté!"

Tobirama Senju refused to budge an inch. "This time he will definitely launch a war, he will definitely annex the surrounding forces, large and small, and he will definitely bring even greater turmoil to the ninja world!"

"Tobirama, I'm tired. Go back and calm down."

Hashirama Senju's imposing aura weakened, and he waved his hand weakly, "I will mediate the war, and I will ask Tsuki-kun for forgiveness for your mistakes."

"Brother! If you really do this, the village will definitely..."

"I will explain to everyone!" Hashirama Senju slammed his hand on the table, interrupting his brother's last struggle.

"Take Tobirama away to rest. He is not to leave the camp without my orders!"

As soon as he finished speaking, several Senju and Uzumaki clan members with considerable strength appeared using the Body Flicker Technique and carried Tobirama Senju outside.

"Big brother! You'll regret this!" Tobirama Senju struggled and roared.

Hashirama Senju coldly replied, "Shut up! I am the leader!"

After Tobirama Senju was dragged away, Madara Uchiha looked at his best friend with admiration.

It was because of his personality that he finally agreed to put aside his hatred for his younger brother and form an alliance with the Senju clan.

But Tobirama Senju... he deserves to die!

Hashirama took a deep breath. "Madara, you've made a fool of yourself."

"What were you thinking back then, that you'd commit suicide in front of me for someone like this?"

"As Tobirama's older brother, I bear an unshirkable responsibility for his mistakes."

Madara Uchiha crossed his arms and couldn't help but sneer, "So what are you planning to do this time? Kill yourself in front of Uchiha Tsuki? Or kill yourself in front of everyone in the village?"

"I intend to step down as the village's leader." Hashirama Senju looked at his closest friend and entrusted him with the village with great solemnity. "The village is in your hands now, Madara."

"Heh, you didn't vote for me in the first round. Do you think I'd even bother looking at this leadership position?"

Madara Uchiha still harbored resentment. Despite contributing the most, the village's various ninja clans seemed blind to all choose Hashirama Senju.

"spot……"

"You don't need to say anything more, I won't accept it." Madara Uchiha had his own pride. "Let's talk about the war first."

Although he disliked Tobirama Senju and was willing to nurture a potential threat, his intentions were only directed at Uchiha Tsuki, not the entire Hidden Leaf Village.

Besides, without destroying what Uchiha Tsuki cherished, there would be no extreme emotional stimulation.

How could Uchiha Yue awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan at such a fast speed?

"Hashirama, this is a great opportunity to achieve peace once and for all and change the fate of the ninjas."

"You also support starting a war?!" Hashirama Senju was stunned. "That would make us the perpetrators of violence, betraying our original intentions. We are destroying peace!"

"Hashirama, you're too naive!" Madara Uchiha looked at his close friend earnestly. "Wishful thinking won't bring peace; only power can!"

"No, that's not how it is! War only breeds greater hatred, leading to an eternal vicious cycle that keeps the ninja world in perpetual chaos!"

The two argued again, and once again neither could convince the other.

Madara originally thought that after reconciling with Hashirama, the two clans would merge into a powerful force capable of easily sweeping away the ninja world, forcefully ending the chaos, and then achieving final peace through appeasement.

Hashirama believed that after Madara accepted the reconciliation, he would agree with his ideals, and the two of them would work together to achieve peace in the ninja world through gentle means of mutual understanding.

But after this argument, the two suddenly realized that their ideas were still in conflict.

Even... Madara felt he had been deceived!

Isn't an alliance simply about mutual recognition?

In the end, even after I've compromised, you're still clinging to your naive beliefs?

"True mutual understanding between people is impossible, even for someone like Hashirama."

After a fruitless argument, Madara Uchiha arrived at the clan's residence and stood once again before the Uchiha stone tablet.

He stared at the words on it, standing there for an entire night.

"All things in the universe... the Eye of the Moon..." As dawn broke, he clenched his fist tightly. "There's only one way!"

He turned and left.

Meanwhile, Konoha had completed its pre-battle preparations, and all the ninjas were gathered in the plaza, awaiting orders.