Uchiha's personal opinion

"A spy? Or a mole in the shadows?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu muttered something to himself, roughly guessing what kind of ninjas were lurking there. But without hesitation, he waved over Uchiha Nobuhiko and Uchiha Kensuke, two Jonin assigned to the guard squad.

Uchiha Tokumitsu briefly explained the situation and assigned the capture mission. The two men didn't hesitate and immediately summoned their Chunin subordinates, dividing them into two teams to encircle the infiltrators.

Uchiha Tokumitsu slowly formed hand seals again. He was going to test a combination ninjutsu that he had conceived for a long time, and these ground rats were the best test subjects.

"Thunder Escape·Lightning!"

By using sensory ninjutsu to determine the location, guiding chakra transmission, and forming specific ninjutsu formulas, the effect of long-range, precise ninjutsu strikes can be achieved. This is the combination ninjutsu conceived by Uchiha Tokumitsu.

"boom!"

Lightning Release: Lightning Strike splits into three bolts of lightning, striking the lurking individuals. One of them was unable to dodge in time and was hit.

The other two infiltrators, though unaware of the origin of the lightning ninjutsu, realized their covert operation had been exposed and hastily used the Body Flicker Technique to escape.

"on!"

Upon seeing this, Uchiha Nobuhiko and Uchiha Kensuke, who were flanking from both sides, immediately rushed forward to capture him.

With their intentions aligned with the unsuspecting enemy, and facing a powerful three-tomoe Jonin, the two infiltrators attempting to escape were quickly overpowered by Uchiha Nobuhiko. Nobuhiko then sealed their chakra and bound their limbs, completing the capture. Uchiha Kensuke only managed to capture the infiltrator injured by Uchiha Tokumitsu's ranged ninjutsu, and brought him before Tokumitsu.

The commotion from the ninjutsu naturally alerted the combat troops led and trained by Uchiha Himon. Fearing that something serious might have happened and harmed Uchiha Tokumitsu, the elder's precious disciple, Himon quickly dispatched a group of people to the capture site, while he himself instantly flashed back to Uchiha Tokumitsu's side to protect him.

After Uchiha Nobuhiko and Uchiha Kensuke brought the infiltrator over, Uchiha Himon listened to Tokumitsu's account and breathed a sigh of relief, while also being amazed by the ninjutsu of the Uchiha Tokumitsu combination.

Turning around, the Uchiha members stared at the captured "rats" with their Sharingan eyes.

He wore a tattered black robe, a mask, and armor underneath...

It looks like it's from the Dark Division.

The Uchiha clan members whispered among themselves.

Should they kill the person to silence them or release them to settle the matter?

"Where did you spies come from?"

Uchiha Himon immediately labeled him with a accusation when he asked the question.

Three suspected ANBU infiltrators trembled under the Sharingan pressure of the Uchiha clan, but remained silent.

"Hmph! Still stubborn, huh..."

Uchiha Himon felt a bit embarrassed and decided to teach those reckless infiltrators a lesson.

"First, remove their masks."

Uchiha Tokumitsu spoke up, and upon hearing this, Uchiha Himon stopped, while Uchiha Nobuhiko removed his mask one by one.

A middle-aged man and two teenagers.

Looking at the patterns on the mask again, they were eerie yet somewhat ferocious and sharp, different from the usual animal masks of the Dark Guard.

"Are you Danzo's pet rats?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu asked with a mocking tone.

The three remained silent.

"Still so stubborn, huh? I hope you'll still be like this once you're in the police department."

Uchiha Tokumitsu chuckled, not caring about his attitude.

"Nobuhiko, please escort these spies to the police department. Kensuke will lead the escort team."

"Yes!"

The two agreed.

Upon hearing that they were truly to be sent to the police department, the two still-sane infiltrators couldn't help but struggle slightly. Once inside the ruthless and genjutsu-savvy Uchiha police department, they would have no choice.

"Uchiha! Release them immediately..."

Seeing that things were not going well, the middle-aged infiltrator quickly spoke, but before he could finish speaking, Uchiha Nobuhiko grabbed his chin and snapped his jaw open.

He couldn't speak anymore, and could only mumble "ah-ba-ah-ba".

"Take him away!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu waved his hand, and two Jonin grabbed the infiltrator and took him to the police department.

"The rats have been eliminated, everyone continue training!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu addressed the Uchiha clan members who were watching.

"Yes!"

The Uchiha clan members bowed their heads in unison in agreement.

The orderly response startled flocks of birds in the forest...

Through this capture, the Uchiha clan members directly witnessed Uchiha Tokumitsu's ruthless strength and dared not underestimate this eight-year-old junior. They were especially amazed when they learned from the support troops about Uchiha Tokumitsu's amazing and unpredictable long-range combination ninjutsu.

After all, for the Uchiha clan, whose members are all Scorpios, the best way to win over the masses is to start with strength and let the power of fists determine the right to speak.

Uchiha Tokumitsu's small display of skill earned him the approval of this ninja army.

Chapter 18 Danzo's Impotent Rage

When Jonin Nobuhiko and Kensuke Uchiha escorted the three suspected ANBU or Root infiltrators they had captured to the police department, it happened that Uchiha Tokumitsu's father, Nakagen Uchiha, was on duty at the police department building. After explaining the situation to Nakagen, the two returned to the training ground to continue their tactical drills.

After inquiring about the escort situation, Uchiha Tokumitsu learned that the person was a prisoner detained by his father, so he was relieved and stopped thinking about it. He simply continued to instruct the Uchiha ninja army on tactical drills.

After Uchiha Tokumitsu had put out all his mental plans and schemes for a drill, it was already evening. The sun was setting, and the Uchiha ninjas who participated in the drill were somewhat tired.

So Uchiha Tokumitsu, in his capacity as nominal commander-in-chief Uchiha Himon, discussed ending today's exercise. Uchiha Himon naturally agreed, as his role was merely to act as a transitional figure to help Uchiha Tokumitsu maintain order. He wouldn't contradict Uchiha Tokumitsu on such trivial matters.

So they gathered everyone together and gave a summary speech on today's training exercise. Uchiha Himon was responsible for reprimanding the arrogant and fierce soldiers of the clan, while Uchiha Tokumitsu was responsible for encouraging and praising them to win over the hearts of the people. The two of them used a combination of reprimands and encouragement to train the Uchiha ninjas to be quite obedient, and no one dared to underestimate the young Uchiha Tokumitsu anymore.

After indulging in their leadership, the Uchiha ninja army, under the command of Uchiha Tokumitsu, marched back to Konoha in straight formations of three men per line and twenty-two ranks.

Discipline is a wonderful thing.

As the saying goes, "Without rules, there can be no order." However, ninjas, who are mostly combatants skilled in assassination, are usually scattered in combat squads, whether marching or fighting. Apart from the Iwagakure village in the Land of Earth, which values ​​unity, the Uchiha ninja army is a rare example of a group marching in a concentrated, orderly formation.

In particular, the Uchiha clan, with their robust physiques, handsome faces, and average good looks, are a magnificent and pleasing sight when they gather and march together.

Walking at the front of the formation, Uchiha Tokumitsu stood tall and proud, his left hand resting on the katana at his waist, his right hand swinging naturally. Each step was measured precisely, no more, no less than fifty centimeters. The Uchiha in the formation unconsciously followed Tokumitsu's example, composed themselves, focused their gazes, and marched forward in step with the rhythm of Tokumitsu's pace.

Even Uchiha Himon, who was usually lazy and walked slowly with his hands behind his back, stood tall and strode forward with a serious expression.

The formation and pace became increasingly orderly.

"Bang bang bang!"

The sound of orderly footsteps gradually approached the gates of Konoha Village, causing a commotion among the civilians, merchants, and ninjas who were queuing to enter the village.

Even the Uchiha police ninjas on duty on the city wall were speechless with astonishment at the sight.

The returning Uchiha ninja soldiers marched forward in neat formation, their eyes fixed straight ahead. Their left hands, pressing down on their ninja swords, symbolized a vigilant stance, while their right hands swung naturally with each step, suggesting a relaxed and prepared demeanor.

The crowd that had been blocking the entrance quickly moved aside, and the Uchiha ninja army filed in, treating them as if they were nothing.

"As expected of the number one powerful family in the ninja world..."

A wealthy merchant who had come to Konoha for business was deeply impressed by the scene and muttered to himself. He made up his mind that he would definitely hire Uchiha ninjas as bodyguards on his return journey. Their figures, their bearing—good looks were justice, discipline was combat power—it would be so impressive to take them out! If he could hire ten or eight Uchiha to protect him, even a lord wouldn't have that kind of prestige!

The other ninjas nearby were also sharp-eyed and quick-witted, and naturally heard what the merchant said. Whether they were from ninja clans or commoners, they all had complicated expressions. They were envious of such power, but did not know what to say. Moreover, the Uchiha ninjas were on guard on the city wall, and speaking out of turn could easily get them arrested on the spot and sent to jail.

Once the Uchiha ninja army had all entered the village, several figures emerged from the forest outside the village and ran towards the Hokage Building. The Uchiha ninjas on guard duty on the city wall didn't bother to pay attention to them. After all, they were the Hokage's direct ANBU, and the police department couldn't interfere as long as the warning barrier didn't react. Moreover, it was obvious that their hurried appearance in front of everyone was to report to the Hokage Building on the commotion that the Uchiha had just caused.

The Uchiha ninja army, swaggering through the streets, returned to Konoha, where they were still temporarily loyal.

……

Meanwhile, the Third Hokage was in his office discussing with Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu the issues of mobilizing and supplying the Rain Country's ninja army when an ANBU member rushed back.

"Lord Hokage..."

"What's the matter that you're in such a panic?"

The third generation leader frowned and asked with a hint of reproach.

The fact that the direct subordinates of the Anbu were in such a panicked state made him, as the Hokage, feel a bit embarrassed, especially with two advisors watching.

"Even if a mountain collapses before you, your expression will not change... This is an essential quality for a ninja, let alone an ANBU member..." The Third Hokage reprimanded her sternly.

"...Hiruzen, let's ask what's urgent."

Seeing that the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was getting more and more excited, Mitomon Homura, fearing that he would get carried away and delay the important matter, quickly interrupted him.

"Hmm...that's true."

The third generation slowly took out his pipe, rubbed his fingers together to create a flame, and lit it.

The ANBU below dared not be negligent and quickly recounted in detail the commotion caused by the Uchiha ninja army when they returned to the village.

"That's it?"

The Third Hokage found it somewhat boring. The Uchiha had only lined up and made a fuss for a short while, but it was still worth making a special trip.

But he didn't say much, so he waved for the secret service to leave.

"This generation of Uchiha is certainly capable of coming up with quite a few tricks."

After the secret service team left, the Third Hokage spoke to the two advisors in a somewhat cheerful tone.

"The Uchiha's reckless behavior is bound to provoke resentment from the villagers."

"Exactly! After the mirror disappeared, the Uchiha's various actions were entirely self-inflicted."

The two advisors harbored considerable prejudice against the Uchiha clan, and their words were naturally not kind to them.

The Third Hokage knew the personalities of his old friends well, so he didn't take it to heart, just smiled and continued discussing the issue of recruiting the ninja army.

However, he was also secretly alarmed by the Uchiha clan's power. According to the Anbu's reports, the number of Jonin in this ninja army was probably comparable to that of the new army composed of ninja from other clans, and if the Chunin were included, they could probably rival the Anbu. But this was only a portion of the Uchiha's strength.

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, felt even more apprehensive about the Uchiha clan, and his resolve to keep the police department on duty wavered.

But he couldn't say anything for the time being, and just continued to discuss the gathering of clan ninjas and idle ninjas.

……

"Sun Slayer!"