Naruto: I upgraded my bloodline limit using chakra.

"What else do you have to say?"

really.

This was just as the two of them had guessed.

The Konoha leadership learned the secret that Genba had awakened Wood Release.

Xuan Ye took a deep breath and then cried out in "grief".

"Lord Hokage, please do justice for me!"

Genba's momentum was astonishing, completely overshadowing the others and making him appear as a victim, leaving Konoha's higher-ups utterly bewildered.

A barely perceptible smile flickered across Fugaku's lips.

Here it comes!

He's about to start acting!

Xuan Ye continued, sounding aggrieved:

"Lord Hokage, a long time ago, I was captured by the rogue ninja Orochimaru. He conducted numerous experiments on me. Although I unintentionally awakened Wood Release, as the test subject, I endured countless torments and pains, and I dared not even recall them for a long time. I beg you, Lord Hokage, to order someone to capture Orochimaru and bring him to justice!"

Hearing Xuan Ye say that.

The Third Hokage immediately questioned, "Why didn't you tell us this information before?"

Xuan Ye spoke with even more grievance:

"Orochimaru is your disciple, Hokage-sama. Who would dare to arrest him? Besides, he once threatened me that if I dared to tell anyone, he would kill the entire Uchiha clan!"

“I didn’t even tell Chief Fugaku!”

"Gen-yo, I didn't know you had suffered so much during this time. I'm so sorry for your parents who sacrificed themselves in the Third Shinobi World War!" Fugaku, who was supposed to cooperate with Gen-yo's performance, did not turn a blind eye and pretended that he had just learned of this information and was heartbroken.

However, he is not good at acting; his expressions are stiff and lack Xuan Ye's natural talent!

Upon hearing this, the three men appeared deep in thought, seemingly pondering the matter.

After Orochimaru defected, the Third Hokage ordered the Anbu to thoroughly inspect all of Orochimaru's laboratories in Konoha, where they discovered numerous human bodies being soaked in water.

Through testing.

These people contain the cells and tissues of the First Hokage.

It is possible, as Uchiha Genba said, that the former may have been a victim of Orochimaru's experiments.

Just like Yamato!

If the Uchiha clan were to decline in strength as before, the Third Hokage could directly order Genba's arrest on trumped-up charges and use him as a test subject for Konoha's research.

but.

The Uchiha clan of today is not what it used to be!

According to intelligence gathered by the Anbu, the number of Uchiha clan members, including elite Jonin, Jonin, Special Jonin, and even Chunin, has at least doubled or tripled.

But what is the actual situation?

It's probably far more than that number.

Moreover, three generations knew about it.

Genba Uchiha held an extremely high position within the Uchiha clan.

He is even no less than the young clan leader, Uchiha Itachi.

If there is no reasonable reason to attack them.

Konoha might face a full-scale counterattack from the Uchiha clan.

In addition, in recent years.

The Uchiha clan was on good terms with the Ino-Shika-Cho and Hyuga clans.

Will Konoha really be able to defeat the Uchiha clan then?

Even the third generation himself must have some doubts.

Through this comparison...

The Third Hokage discovered that the Uchiha clan was already extremely powerful.

The Konoha leadership has lost control of him.

It can only be done step by step.

Take effective measures.

To weaken the opponent's strength.

The third generation let out a deep sigh.

Ultimately, it was a lament about the difficulty in controlling the Uchiha clan.

I still feel sorry for Gen-ye's plight.

Only he himself knows the answer.

"You've worked so hard all these years, and Konoha has let you down!" The Third Hokage said, seemingly feeling guilty. A thoughtful expression appeared on his face as he said, "The First Hokage's Wood Release is extremely powerful. Show us your strength later so we can have a clear understanding of your power."

The Third Hokage wanted to ascertain Genyo's strength in order to prepare for future events.

“Okay!” Xuan Ye nodded.

We haven't broken off relations yet.

Since they want to see my Wood Release technique, then I'll show it to them.

Anyway, Genba has a lot of trump cards up his sleeve.

I don't mind.

A group of people.

Under the leadership of the third generation.

They arrived at the underground training grounds.

At that moment, Genye saw Kakashi and Yamato!

The Third Hokage pointed at Yamato and said, "His name is Tenzo. Like you, he is one of Orochimaru's experimental subjects of Wood Release. You two will have a real battle later!"

He approached Yamato and whispered, "Tenzo, don't hold back later. Make sure you test his strength. If you accidentally hurt him, I won't blame you!"

Only those who possess Wood Release can better detect the opponent's strength!

The third generation deliberately bit "accidentally" a little too hard.

If Xuan Ye could be eliminated in actual combat.

That would be perfect!

Upon hearing this, Yamato nodded blankly.

Inside the training grounds.

Looking at Genba, Yamato originally thought that he was the only one who would survive Orochimaru's Wood Release experiment. Unexpectedly, there was another boy. This gave Yamato a strange feeling, as if he had gained a brother.

Most importantly, Yamato felt a deep respect for Genba, who also possessed Wood Release, and was unwilling to harm him.

but.

He had no choice but to obey the orders from the higher-ups in Konoha!

Gritting his teeth and steeling his resolve, Yamato said, "My name is Tenzo. Nice to meet you. I'm about to make my move, so watch out!"

Yamato formed hand seals and began his attack on Genba!

"Wood Release: Silent Killing Binding Technique".

A tree branch shot out from the wall behind Xuan Ye, attempting to bind him unexpectedly. However, Xuan Ye reacted quickly and immediately used "Wood Release: Great Forest Technique".

Two trees intertwined in mid-air.

Both exerted their strength simultaneously.

The intertwined trees snapped!

Upon seeing Genba use Wood Release, the Third Hokage's eyes flashed; the Uchiha had truly awakened the powerful Wood Release of the First Hokage.

This doesn't look good!

at the same time.

Danzo's eyes gradually turned cold.

Could it be that Orochimaru is really secretly hiding something from me?

Was a Wood Release experiment conducted on this boy?

Damn!

Orochimaru is such a bastard!

What an unreliable guy!

The battle continued.

"Wood Release: Thorn Killing Technique".

Several vines, formed from trees, sprouted from the ground and attacked from all directions, trying to entangle Xuan Ye.

Yamato believed that Genba was one of his own kind. Feeling lost, he did not want to fight Genba and only wanted to end the battle as soon as possible, as long as he could trap Genba!

"Caught it? No, it's an illusion!" Yamato exclaimed in shock!

Xuan Ye's speed was incredibly fast, leaving trails of light in his wake. He easily dodged the opponent's attack and then threw a punch.

Yamato didn't dodge; instead, a relieved smile appeared on his lips.

When his fist was still a foot away from his opponent, Xuan Ye stopped, not continuing his attack. He could tell that his opponent was in a bad mood.

Sensing the mercy shown to him, Yamato said to the Third Hokage, "Hokage-sama, I have lost this battle. I have disgraced the Anbu. Please punish me!"

A barely perceptible glint of malice flashed in the Third Generation's eyes, but he waved his hand magnanimously, indicating that he didn't mind.

He said, "Alright, your sparring session ends here."

"Uchiha Genba, I hope you will make good use of the First Hokage's bloodline limit and contribute to the protection of Konoha!"

"That's enough for today!"

Except for Danzo and Mitokado Homura, everyone else left the training ground.

In the silent training ground, the Third Hokage sighed deeply and said, "Tobirama-sama, Kagami, Torifu, and now Koharu are all dead. The core of Konoha's defense is now just us. I hope we can support each other and protect Konoha."

He looked at Danzo and said, "Danzo, I am now entrusting the management of Root to you again. This will not be revealed to anyone. I hope you will uphold the Will of Fire and burn yourself for Konoha!"

"Good!" Danzo was secretly pleased, but remained calm on the surface, showing no change in expression.

Although being dismissed from his post reduced the pressure, the loss of control left him feeling empty inside.

Now that he has regained power, it's like being reborn!

The Third Hokage looked at Mitokado Homura and said, "Homura, there's a lot of work to be done after Koharu's passing. I hope you can assist me so that we can carry out Lord Tobirama's last wishes!"

"Protecting Konoha is our duty!"

"I will!!" Mitokado Yan nodded emphatically.

Although the three generations spoke very nicely, each of them harbored their own ulterior motives.

After all, they are no longer the same people they were back then.

They have their own family.

I often think a lot.

It can't be as pure as it used to be!

The Third Hokage looked at Danzo and said, "Uchiha Genba is very strong, and now that he has awakened Wood Release, he is like a time bomb that will pose a threat to Konoha!"

He continued:

"The Fourth Raikage doesn't want to exchange hostages with us for the Magnet Release ninja Troy. He told him that we can return Troy, but they have to do us a favor!"

Speaking of it.