Madara Uchiha waved his hand, signaling Tobi to step back.

Then, in the lonely darkness, he slowly closed his eyes, his fingers tapping unconsciously on his knees, as if he were playing out a vast chess game spanning time and space. To achieve that grand goal, everyone in the ninja world, including himself, could be a piece on this chessboard.

half an hour.

Ban raised his head, looking at the dome above him, as if talking to himself, or perhaps speaking to an old friend:

"Hashirama, just you wait."

"I will show you what the world I've always longed for is really like..."

Chapter 129 Obito: How did you know I'd awakened the Sharingan? (Two Chapters Combined)

It was evening.

Mikami Yu and his group returned to Oborozuki Castle once again.

Behind them were more than fifty Konoha ninjas wearing dark green Konoha-style vests and swirling headbands.

That's right.

These people were reinforcements from Wildfire Castle. When Mikami Yu and his group were attacked by Chiyo and her group, they also encountered the Sunagakure interception force, resulting in a rather fierce skirmish.

However, because there were many Konoha ninjas in this group, including several Jonin and the remaining Chunin were all well-trained, and Minato Namikaze later used "Flying Thunder God" to rush over and help relieve the siege, this unit only suffered minor damage and returned with Yu Mikami and the others.

It is worth mentioning that,

Among this support force was an acquaintance of Yu Mikami—

"Oh, Hizashi-senpai? You're here too?"

That's right.

He is the father of Hyuga Hizashi, whom Mikami Yu met in Konoha Village, and Neji before he was born.

The latter had sparred with him once and provided some guidance on physical techniques.

However, that was before Mikami Yu graduated from the Ninja Academy, when he had just learned the "Great Fireball Technique." Now, almost a year has passed, and things have changed considerably; both of their identities have changed quite a bit since then.

Yu Mikami has become a member of Minato's team and also has subtle connections with the three legendary Sannin of Konoha.

Hyuga Hizashi, on the other hand, seems to have become a squad leader on the Konoha side, and is one of the leaders of this support force.

"...It's Yu Mikami, long time no see."

Hyuga Hizashi's Byakugan, capable of seeing through meridians, lingered on Mikami Yu for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes: "It seems that your frontline training during this period has brought you considerable gains. You should no longer be a match for Himon."

Um... this refers to Hyuga Himon.

Yu Mikami vaguely remembered this person, having faced off against him during their graduation exams. However, the latter was probably still on patrol near Konoha Village and wasn't qualified to be sent to the front lines yet.

"You flatter me, Senior Hizashi."

"Heh, we can have another match sometime."

Hinata Hizashi said.

"I can't ask for it."

Yu Mikami responded casually.

Although his current strength should already surpass that of Hyuga Hizashi, the latter's Byakugan is still worth taking seriously. He can use this to test the extent to which his "Overload Pulse" can be effective against Hizashi.

at this time.

In front of the stronghold gate.

Inuzuka Tsurugi, accompanied by several Konoha ninja who remained behind, approached them. After looking Mikami Yu and his companions up and down for a moment, he said half-jokingly, "Tsk tsk, judging from your appearance, did you go to attack the Sunagakure camp as a group? You've made such a mess of things."

"...Alas, we were ambushed by that old hag Chiyo on the way! Sunagakure is truly despicable. I don't know where they got the details of our operation and arranged this ambush. If Minato hadn't arrived quickly, our reinforcements would probably have suffered heavy losses!"

"That's what the leader of the support team said."

Minato Namikaze humbly replied, "Not at all. It was everyone who did a great job. When I arrived, the Sand Ninja were already on the verge of being defeated. I only did a small, insignificant thing."

"Alright, stop being modest...wait, what's this Sand Ninja?"

Inuzuka Tsuru noticed Yokura.

The latter's headband, made him stand out from the others around him, as did the ropes binding his hands.

"Ahem, this is the prisoner that Yu captured, Yekura from Sunagakure."

Minato Namikaze explained.

"Oh, it's her..."

Inuzuka Tsurugi looked surprised: "The name Pakura, the Scorching Release, has been making waves lately. Many Konoha teams are terrified of her. I never expected you to catch her. Congratulations! The Sand Village is really in for a headache now."

"Alright, let's go inside first. We've already cleared out the barracks for you. I'll find someone to help guard this prisoner."

soon.

The group entered the camp.

Most people began packing their bags and followed Inuzuka Tsurugi to familiarize themselves with the layout of the base.

Meanwhile, Yu Mikami and Rin Nohara, along with the medical ninjas on board the unit, began treating and detoxifying the small number of wounded soldiers.

That's right.

Although the number of casualties among that support force was not large, quite a few were poisoned. This was because the Sand Village used a new type of poison gas developed by Chiyo, and the antidote that the Leaf Village had brought in advance was not very effective. Several people were already turning blue, clearly suffering from severe poisoning.

Fortunately, Yu Mikami and Rin Nohara had studied toxin analysis with Tsunade for a period of time, and they were carrying a new type of antidote that Tsunade had just developed but had not yet been fully distributed. It was starting to take effect now.

The special event involving Mikami Yu's "healing magic" also reacted to his series of actions:

[Special Event "Personally Treating 100 Patients" Completion Rate: 69/100]

Hmm... we're still a ways off from 100.

But it won't be long.

Since leaving Konoha, Mikami Yu had been primarily engaged in reconnaissance and patrol missions, at most healing a few members of his team, and hadn't had much opportunity to perform "healing" quests. This time, however, he took advantage of the opportunity to have a good time.

"Oh, are you two the children that Senior Snake Ci mentioned before? As expected of children personally instructed by Lady Tsunade, your skill in healing techniques is indeed impressive, almost reaching the level of a medical jonin."

A medical ninja couldn't help but praise it.

"Not at all, I've only gained some insights."

Mikami Yu smiled.

Nohara Rin cast a slightly admiring glance at her from the side.

While they were both busy with treatment.

On the other side.

Obito, with his newly awakened Sharingan activated, wandered around the camp, grabbing anyone he could and striking up a conversation, regardless of their relationship with them.

"Hey, you're Murata-nii, whom I met yesterday? Oh, I'm Obito, Minato-sensei's disciple. I just awakened my Sharingan a couple of days ago!"

"Yes, yes, I'm from the Uchiha clan, otherwise how could I awaken the Sharingan!"

"Hey, Inuzuka-senpai! How did you know I'd awakened my Sharingan?"

how to say……

Although the Uchiha clan has a generally poor reputation within Konoha, they are still comrades after all. Moreover, Obito's performance on the front lines has been quite good recently, and most people who know him are still relatively polite to him, and whether they are sincere or not, they will at least say a few words of praise.

but……

The problem is, Obito is just too arrogant.

Finally, Inuzuka Tsuru couldn't take it anymore and grabbed Obito: "No, it's just opening a Sharingan, why do you have to say it to me three times in one day? All the Uchiha in the security forces have opened Sharingan, but none of them are as flamboyant as you!"

"Go away, don't cause trouble here, go play with Kakashi and Yu!"

"OK then……"

Obito scratched his head and found Kakashi as instructed: "Kakashi, what do you think of my Sharingan? Isn't it much better than that little yellow book of yours?"

"?"

Kakashi, who was sitting in the corner flipping through "Icha Icha Paradise," trembled slightly, seemingly startled by the description in the "pornographic book."

However, because he was wearing a mask, his expression wasn't revealed. After subtly glancing around to make sure no one was paying attention, Kakashi calmly stuffed the book back into his ninja tool pouch, then looked up and coldly said:

"Idiot. Minato-sensei already said that keeping the Sharingan active for too long will consume chakra and mental energy. Do you want to pass out during patrol later?"

"Hmph! You're just jealous! Jealous of the Uchiha clan's bloodline limit! I feel great right now! My chakra is plentiful!"

Obito retorted, sticking his neck out.

"is it?"

Kakashi beckoned: "Come on, let's go to the open space outside. I'll practice with you and see just how powerful your Sharingan really is."

"Fine! Who's afraid of who!"

As Kakashi and Obito walked out together,

Not far away, Minato Namikaze rubbed his temples, a somewhat helpless expression on his face.

Obito, ever since he awakened his Sharingan, has been on a roll all day, like a peacock displaying its feathers. But as his teacher, he really couldn't say anything; he could only hope Kakashi could help Obito face reality.

The Sharingan is indeed a powerful bloodline limit, but it doesn't make one invincible simply by activating it. To truly master it, diligent practice is required. With Kakashi's strength, he should be able to make Obito realize this.

"...Let them be."

……

Kakashi and Obito's sparring match took place in an open area behind the camp, not in public.

But the result...

Obito finally stopped bragging about "How did you know I awakened the Sharingan?" Instead, he began to reflect deeply on his mistakes and resumed his training in ninjutsu and taijutsu, clearly intending to improve his strength and avenge his previous defeat.

Yu Mikami didn't pay much attention to these things.

Compared to the sneaky chicken incident between Obito and Kakashi,

His attention was currently focused on another person—

Good morning, have you eaten yet?

In a single cell next to the medical team.

Yu Mikami pushed open the door and entered, his gaze falling on the orange-haired girl in the corner.

Ye Cang looked somewhat disheveled at this moment. The ropes binding her hands had been untied, but she was still chained to the bedside with a pair of shackles, which restricted her movement.

In addition, the more important restraint was the "Five Elements Seal" that Minato Namikaze personally placed on her. Five tadpole-shaped runes formed from chakra were firmly imprinted on Pakura's abdomen, effectively disrupting the flow of chakra within her body.

In this state, she was basically unable to use any ninjutsu, and even refining chakra was difficult, eliminating any possibility of her escaping from the camp.

However, her injuries were treated quite well. In particular, the wound on her shoulder, after being bandaged, was much better than when she was first injured, although her movements when raising her arm were still somewhat stiff.

To be honest, Yekura's injuries would have crippled most people, but given the timely treatment and her own physical constitution, her recovery to this extent in just a few days is quite remarkable. She should practically be bowing down to Mikami Yu.

But in reality...

"...It's you again, Hatake Yu!"

Ye Cang raised his head, his amber eyes filled with icy hatred as he stared intently at Mikami Yu who had entered from outside: "You'd better kill me now, or, as long as I, Ye Cang, have a breath left, one day I will make you pay the price for today's 'mercy'!"

"is it?"

Mikami Yu's tone was flat: "Are you sure?"

"Of course you'll regret it!"

Ye Cang said fiercely.

Mikami Yu laughed: "Hmph, I am the victor!"

"..."

As a Sand Village ninja, Pakura clearly didn't understand the Konoha trope of "you regret it, I win." Right now, she was glaring at Mikami Yu with a resentful look on her face, as if she wanted to prove that what she said was true.

For this,

Yu Mikami found it amusing, even a little pitying—

Yekura, still recovering from her injuries and with her chakra sealed, looked much weaker than during the previous battle, her face pale. In this state, her actions didn't seem like a threat, but rather more like a large orange cat throwing a tantrum.

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