Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan

In the darkness, Uchiha Yun, hidden in the shadows, felt somewhat helpless.

It wasn't just luck after all; I should have considered this earlier. The power I displayed back then had already frightened Black Zetsu.

This time, their appearance was delayed because of Izumi and Sasuke, which allowed Black Zetsu, who had lowered his guard, to hide again.

This means that patience will be required.

……

For the next six months, one of Yun's shadow clones was placed next to Obito, so that even when Obito used the alternate dimension to travel, he was not afraid of losing him.

Meanwhile, at the Fourth Raikage's suggestion, Uchiha Sasuke was taken in as a disciple by Darui and began training in Lightning Release Chakra Mode.

In Konoha, after the Root organization was destroyed, Sai was assigned to Team 7 due to the inertia of the plot.

The battle between Team 7 and Zabuza and Haku in the Land of Waves allowed the team to make progress in their teamwork for the first time, and Naruto also grew a bit.

The claim that Sasuke was a rogue ninja was dropped after Naruto approached Hiruzen Sarutobi once.

The key lies not in Naruto, but in the attitudes of Uchiha Kumo and the Hidden Cloud Village.

Even if it was Asuma's own son who was killed, he could still endure it and still abandon the so-called definition of a rogue ninja.

The Chunin Exams, which I remember, have begun. Of the four great ninja villages, only Sunagakure was originally going to participate. Kumogakure, which had initially refused, agreed to participate at Sasuke Uchiha's request.

"After half a year, their fear of Brother Yun must still be there. Besides, with the village around, they won't dare to force me to stay."

"Regarding the opponent Brother Yun mentioned, I've already guessed who it is. If possible, I'd like to participate in this joint Chunin Exams."

"After all... Lord Raikage also wants to see, right? To see what Konoha's reaction will be when the Uchiha, after joining Kumogakure, wins first place."

"Isn't this a good way to reduce the conflict between the clans and the Kage within Konoha?"

The Fourth Raikage was persuaded by Sasuke Uchiha, but the more crucial factor was the fate that would entangle him with his lifelong enemy.

The reincarnation of Ashura's chakra...

……

"The Joint Chunin Exams? So you mean if you go to Konoha and wipe out all the genin taking the exams, you'll become more impressive, right?"

"Don't be so optimistic... If Konoha goes crazy and that Uchiha guy gets involved, we might die in Konoha and be used as sacrifices..."

Omoi was extremely reluctant, and even before setting off, he had already imagined himself being torn to pieces in Konoha.

However, this was the Raikage's order, since Sasuke Uchiha couldn't form a three-person team to participate in the exam if he went alone.

Kumogakure only sent one team to participate in the Joint Chunin Exams, but the Jonin leading the team included Darui, and Yugito was also secretly with them.

He wanted the Two-Tails' help to find the reincarnation of Ashura's chakra.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Sasuke's name was prominently listed among the candidates sent to Konoha.

"boom!"

The wooden table shattered after a loud crash.

Even with Hiruzen Sarutobi's weakness, he was still incredibly frustrated at this moment.

Allowing an Uchiha who was once labeled a rogue ninja by Konoha to participate in the Joint Chunin Exams is outrageous and shows a lack of confidence.

……

Chapter 387: Intentions

"Kakashi-sensei, how long until we can accept another quest outside the village? It's been so long! Ever since we came back from the Land of Waves, it's been nothing but catching cats and weeding. At this rate, how long will it take me to catch up with Sasuke?"

After a barrage of complaints, Naruto, who was bent over weeding the medicine field, couldn't take it anymore.

However, Kakashi, who was watching the Icha Icha Paradise with great interest from a branch of a large tree nearby, glanced at him before turning his gaze back to continue watching.

Once the Sharingan surpasses the level of the three-tomoe Sharingan, the Mangekyou Sharingan, even as just a dojutsu, is enough to elevate an Uchiha to the level of an elite Jonin.

Surpassing...

If we include the Nine-Tails sealed within the body, then there is naturally no problem. However, if we disregard the Nine-Tails, it is impossible to achieve a mere Multiple Shadow Clone Technique.

Hmm... plus the two Wind Release ninjutsu I recently taught, it's impossible.

"Sasuke? That Uchiha Sasuke whose entire family was killed by his own older brother, and who defected after graduation?"

A calm voice rang out, and Sai, with a smile on his face, seemed oblivious to his teammate's restraint, and continued, "Those who betray must be executed, because if they are allowed to go unpunished, the village's dignity will be challenged."

Sai then looked at Naruto: "So you want to surpass him and then kill him? Your former teammate? I think I can help with a traitor."

"boom!"

Before Naruto could even make a move, Sakura punched him in the cheek.

Sai stumbled and sat down on the ground. Despite being punched, he showed no anger. Instead, he looked at Sakura and said, "It seems you're not a qualified ninja either... a rogue ninja, yet you care so much."

"Sasuke is not a rogue ninja!"

Sakura, pulling back her fist, stared directly at Sai: "Someone like you would never understand! Sasuke is a very kind person; he would never be like you... so emotionless!"

Sai slowly stood up, his gaze unwavering: "But he defected from Konoha, didn't he? No matter what, he is a traitor to the village, that's undeniable."

At this moment, Naruto put down the weeds he was holding and slowly walked to Sakura's side.

“I know a lot about Sasuke’s situation, and I know the details of what happened. From the bottom of my heart, I feel that Konoha owes him.”

"I will find him and bring him back! That's my promise, and I will keep my word. That's my ninja way!"

"I don't know where you came from, but even though you're annoying, you're still a member of Team 7. I haven't acknowledged you, but you're still a comrade, so I take back what you just said, Sai!"

For a moment, the atmosphere in Class 7 became heavy.

Kakashi, lying on the branch, still showed no intention of intervening. In his view, this conflict would also be an opportunity, an opportunity to change Sai.

"Rogue ninja... must be dealt with."

Sai left those words behind and turned to leave alone.

Kakashi sighed on the branch. The influence of the roots was too great for this child. The deeply ingrained ideas that had been instilled in his mind were not so easy to dispel.

Roots...

Kakashi recalled a conversation he had with someone who had appeared in Konoha after Sasuke left.

Father……

It's definitely better to destroy Root. As for the Third Hokage, what can he possibly do?

Akai heard those words at the time, but he quickly forgot about them.

In his words... the meaning of his youth lay in protecting the future of the village; nothing else was something he could consider.

"Clang!"

The cry of the ninja hawk rang out. Kakashi glanced at his two disciples below, told them to complete the mission well, and then vanished from the spot in an instant.

……

The meeting to guide the Jonin ended quickly. Those who were confident could recommend their students, but of course, the students' consent was required.

After the group disbanded, Kakashi was kept by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Take a look at this list."

Kakashi was stunned by the result file.

Will Sasuke represent the genin of Kumogakure in Konoha to participate in this joint Chunin Exams?

They really have no scruples...

That person disappeared for nearly half a year, but even the third generation probably wouldn't dare say that the other party would never reappear.

In this situation, the fear of that person still lingered, and the Third Hokage dared not do anything unnecessary, even though Sasuke was slapping Konoha in the face.

This is probably why Sasuke is so confident.

"Does the Hokage have any instructions?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi stood up, walked to the window, and sighed: "The Joint Chunin Exams have always been held by the five great ninja villages to showcase the strength of their younger generation."

"After the Nine-Tails' attack, Konoha suffered heavy losses. The annihilation of the Uchiha clan and the defection of Sasuke and Izumi to Kumogakure further aroused the envy of the other four great ninja villages..."

"You should understand these things."

Kakashi did not speak.

He certainly understood, and understood very well.

After the war ended, his father was killed by public opinion due to internal power struggles, the Fourth Hokage died in the Nine-Tails' attack, Orochimaru defected, and Jiraiya and Tsunade left.

With their top-tier combatants being lost one by one, Konoha no longer even has the courage to compete with Kumogakure.

So what should we do now?

There's no way!

"I have brought Jiraiya back."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice rang out, and he turned to look at Kakashi: "He holds the key to the Nine-Tails' seal, I think..."

"Boom."

The first time, Kakashi slammed his fist on the table in the Hokage's office. Although it wasn't very loud, it was enough to show his attitude.

"Do you know what you're saying? Naruto can't control the Nine-Tails' power; breaking the seal will be the moment he dies!"

He was well aware of the Third Hokage's purpose: to intimidate other ninja villages with the power of the Nine-Tails, but this approach risked Naruto's life.

Although I've always felt that the teacher's son didn't inherit that talent, no matter what, this shouldn't be done!

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand: "The Fourth Hokage sealed the Nine-Tails inside Naruto with this idea in mind. So... the seal inside Naruto gradually loosened, allowing some of the Nine-Tails' chakra to leak out."

"The purpose of leaving behind the key to break the seal is precisely this. The seal will not be completely broken, as that would bring disaster to Konoha. What I need is simply to let them know that Konoha still possesses the power of the Nine-Tails."

Kakashi's gaze turned serious: "I will not agree. Team 7 will not participate in this year's Chunin Exams."

The moment the refusal was uttered, the office fell silent.

After a long silence, Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said, "Go down."

Kakashi turned and left, but the Third Hokage still hadn't given up on him.