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It seems I can't rely on the God of the Sky for everything, otherwise, if it doesn't work, I might get tricked by it.
Chapter 243 Madara Uchiha's Reappearance
Chapter 243 Madara Uchiha's Reappearance
Upon hearing Qiushan-kun's explanation, Uchiha Shisui nodded in relief. It turned out that his eye technique wasn't invincible after all. It was just a pity that he needed a cooldown period of more than ten years to unleash the eye technique again.
Looking at the two who were still feeling guilty, Uchiha Kakuyama comforted them, "The enemy this time was too strong. Although you are now Kage-level shinobi, the person you fought was much stronger than you. So, don't be too sad."
“People with that kind of strength are rare even in the ninja world. Since he possesses the legendary Rinnegan of the Sage of Six Paths, even if he only uses half of its power, it is still something you cannot contend with.”
Uchiha Shisui nodded knowingly and said with some helplessness, "It's really our bad luck to run into someone like this. We really don't know where he came from or how he obtained the Rinnegan."
Upon hearing Shisui's words, Uchiha Kakuzan glanced at Itachi standing beside him, then helplessly rubbed his head.
"You really don't know the origin of the Rinnegan?"
Uchiha Shisui was also confused by Uchiha Kakuyama's words, and asked with innocent and pure eyes, "Is this something we have to know?"
Uchiha Kakuzan waved his hand helplessly: "Do you know which clan in this world has the most powerful eyes?"
"Of course it's our Uchiha clan. Our Uchiha clan is famous throughout the ninja world because of our Sharingan."
Upon hearing what Qiushan-kun said, Uchiha Shisui replied without hesitation.
Uchiha Kakuzan looked at Shisui and said, "Then tell me about the Sharingan of our Uchiha clan."
Upon hearing Qiushanjun's words, Shisui replied as if reciting a familiar story, "Although it is more difficult for our Uchiha clan to awaken the Sharingan than for the Hyuga clan, once we awaken it, we far surpass them."
"If we categorize the Sharingan by level, from lowest to highest, they are one tomoe, two tomoe, three tomoe, and the Mangekyou Sharingan. Once you awaken the Sharingan, you basically have the strength of a Chunin, while having three tomoe means you are an elite Jonin, and with a little more effort, you can become a Kage-level shinobi."
"And if one awakens the Mangekyou Sharingan, then one is 100% a Kage-level powerhouse, and even one of the stronger Kage-level beings."
Uchiha Kakuzan nodded and said, "And then?"
Uchiha Shisui glared at Qiu Shanjun after hearing his words, "And then there's the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan. I already know you have the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan, so there's no need to remind me again."
Uchiha Kakuzan nodded: "That's why Clan Chief Fugaku passed the position to me, and the Grand Elder didn't object."
"However, that's not what I want to talk about. Rather, I suspect that the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan is not the end of the Sharingan. As long as certain conditions are met, the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan should be able to evolve further."
Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi weren't stupid either. Hearing Uchiha Kagami's words, Uchiha Shisui asked somewhat excitedly, "You mean...?"
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded. "Yes, I suspect that if the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan evolves further, it should become the legendary Rinnegan."
Upon hearing what Qiushan-kun said, Uchiha Shisui calmed down instead: "Qiushan, what is your basis?"
Uchiha Kakuzan explained, "I obtained some information about our Uchiha clan from the Grand Elder. After carefully reviewing this information, I found out the origin of our Uchiha clan. I never expected that the origin of our Uchiha clan would be so terrifying."
Uchiha Kakuyama paused, then looked at Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi, who were listening attentively, and said...
"Our Uchiha clan was founded by Indra, and Indra's father was the legendary Sage of Six Paths."
Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi were also learning these things for the first time, their eyes widening in surprise as they listened to Uchiha Kakuyama continue.
"Therefore, I suspect that the Sharingan of our Uchiha clan was passed down from the Rinnegan of the Sage of Six Paths. And only if certain conditions are met, then it is very likely that our Sharingan will become the Rinnegan like that of the Sage of Six Paths."
Uchiha Shisui remained silent, while Uchiha Itachi, standing to the side, could no longer contain himself. Uchiha Kakuyama's words not only shocked him but also instantly opened up his entire worldview, pulling him from the fragmented memories before him to more than a thousand years ago.
Itachi Uchiha looked at Kagami Uchiha and asked, "So, clan head, what's the deal with Pain's Rinnegan? Where did he get it from?"
Uchiha Kakuyama shook his head: "I have also checked all the records of our Uchiha clan, and apart from the records related to the Sage of Six Paths, there is not a trace of the Rinnegan."
"However, I still have some guesses."
Uchiha Kakuyama paused, organized his thoughts, and then asked, "Who is the most famous member of our Uchiha clan recently?"
Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi looked at each other and answered in unison, "It's Uchiha Madara."
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded: "That's right, it was Uchiha Madara. However, after Uchiha Madara left Konoha, he returned some time later and fought a great battle with the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama. After the battle, Senju Hashirama and Senju Tobirama claimed that Uchiha Madara had been killed on the spot by the First Hokage. But don't forget, that's all they said. None of us members of the Uchiha clan saw Uchiha Madara's body at the time."
"Therefore, I suspect that Madara Uchiha did not die, but made a pact with the First Hokage and never appeared in front of the world again."
Uchiha Kazuyama and Uchiha Itachi nodded thoughtfully upon hearing his words.
Uchiha Kakuzan continued, "Later, through Konoha's ANBU intelligence network, I received information that concerned me greatly, which is why I sent you to the Land of Rain to investigate Amegakure."
Shisui and Itachi immediately perked up, knowing that the main event was about to begin.
Uchiha Kakuyama said slowly and deliberately, "I received intelligence that there is a mysterious person in Amegakure who claims to be Uchiha Madara. This person is frequently in contact with the mysterious Akatsuki organization. The reason I sent you there is to find out the details of the Akatsuki organization first, and then follow it to find this person who claims to be Uchiha Madara."
Chapter 244 Father and Mother
Chapter 244 Father and Mother
Upon hearing Uchiha Kakuyama's words, Uchiha Shisui shook his head with some regret.
"Although Itachi and I sneaked into the Akatsuki's base, we were discovered as soon as we entered. If the clan leader hadn't come to our rescue, we would have been dead. And we haven't found the mysterious person the clan leader mentioned."
Upon hearing Shisui's words, Uchiha Kakuzan comforted him, "It's alright, Shisui. Actually, I also had contact with him some time ago, but the process wasn't very pleasant."
However, I've also confirmed one thing: that guy with the vortex mask is definitely not Uchiha Madara.
However, since he claims to be Uchiha Madara, he is very likely a successor to Uchiha Madara. Furthermore, I've also discovered traces of him in recent intelligence reports.
After hearing Uchiha Kakuyama's words, Uchiha Itachi paused for a moment, then hesitantly interrupted him.
“Chief, if that person was wearing a vortex mask, then I should have had contact with him before.”
Upon hearing Itachi's words, both Uchiha Kakuyama and Shisui turned their gazes towards him.
"Itachi, when and where did you meet him, and what did he say to you?"
Itachi shook his head: "He didn't say anything. I found him in the Uchiha clan's territory. I originally wanted to keep him, but his techniques were too strange, and he escaped."
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded knowingly.
"It seems that the mysterious person is indeed hostile to our Uchiha clan and has been eyeing us for a long time."
Uchiha Kakuyama glanced at Shisui and Itachi, then continued:
"I suspect that Pain's Rinnegan was Madara Uchiha's original eye. Madara Uchiha's eye was already the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan. His Sharingan must have evolved again later and become the Rinnegan."
The person claiming to be Uchiha Madara was likely Madara's successor. He inherited Madara's mantle and his Rinnegan. This mysterious figure later gave the Rinnegan to Pain, thus granting Pain the ability to use it.
Uchiha Kakuzan certainly knew how Uchiha Madara acquired his Rinnegan, but he had no intention of telling anyone.
Uchiha Kakuyama continued, "As for why he didn't keep it for himself but gave it to someone else, I don't know either."
However, what I can confirm is that this person who claims to be Uchiha Madara harbors great hostility towards our Uchiha clan.
Furthermore, he has close ties with members of the Akatsuki organization and may even be a member himself. Therefore, for the safety of our Uchiha clan, we must find him as soon as possible and try to eliminate him.
As Uchiha Kakuyama spoke, he glanced at Shisui and Itachi.
“I have received a tip that this person once appeared in Kirigakure, the Hidden Mist Village in the Land of Water. Therefore, I am now issuing you a mission.”
Upon hearing the clan leader give them a task, Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi immediately stood up straight and looked at him with serious expressions.
"The task is for the two of you to go to Kirigakure in the Land of Water. However, this time you are not required to infiltrate. When you reach the outskirts of Kirigakure, notify me and I will come as soon as possible."
Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi exchanged a glance, then looked at Uchiha Kakuyama, and said somewhat hesitantly:
"Chief Qiu, isn't this mission a bit too easy? Should we infiltrate first and see if we can find that mysterious person?"
Uchiha Kakuyama shook his head.
"You don't understand the situation. The current situation in Kirigakure is very complicated. They are very xenophobic and hate the bloodline limit families. Even the bloodline limit families in their village are having a hard time surviving and are often wiped out."
That's why I asked you two to go together, so that if anything unexpected happens, you can take care of each other.
Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Itachi nodded in relief upon hearing the words of the clan head of the Okayama clan.
Looking at Uchiha Itachi, who was still recovering from a serious illness, Uchiha Kakuyama thought for a moment and said:
“This matter is not urgent. I will send you to Whirlpool Island first. You can rest there for a while. Once you are rested, you can leave directly from Whirlpool Island. After all, Whirlpool Island is closer to the Land of Water.”
Uchiha Shisui nodded, indicating that there was no problem, and Uchiha Itachi hesitated for a moment before nodding in agreement.
Originally, Itachi Uchiha wanted to go back and see Sasuke and his mother, but his current condition clearly showed that he was recovering from a serious illness. If he went to see Sasuke and his mother in his current state, it would inevitably cause them worry. He decided to wait until he returned from his mission in the Land of Water.
However, Itachi Uchiha still asked with some concern, "Lord Qiushan, how are my brother and parents?"
Upon hearing Itachi's words, Uchiha Kakuzan knew what Itachi was worried about and asked, "Aren't you going home to see him before you go to Uzushima? Sasuke misses you terribly."
Itachi Uchiha coughed, covering his mouth, and shook his head, saying, "Although my body has been healed by Lady Tsunade, I can still see some differences. And my mother is probably about to give birth, so I shouldn't let her worry."
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded knowingly and comforted him, "Don't worry, everything is fine at your home. Sasuke always comes in first place, and even older students are no match for him."
"Your mother is in good health and will probably give birth in a little over a month."
"However, after Fugaku handed over the position of clan leader to me and completed the handover of matters on Uzushima Island, he left the Uchiha clan's territory, saying he wanted to travel around. So, I don't know where he is now."
Itachi Uchiha nodded: "Father sent me a letter saying he trusts you with the Uchiha clan in his care, so he's planning to travel to some remote places. He'll come back if he gets tired."
Itachi Uchiha paused for a moment, then frowned slightly. "However, Mother is about to give birth, and Father has not yet returned, which is indeed a bit unreasonable."
Uchiha Kakuzan felt slightly embarrassed upon hearing this, thinking to himself: Mikoto's child isn't his; he didn't come back precisely to avoid embarrassment.
Uchiha Kakuyama patted Uchiha Itachi on the shoulder and said, "Alright, I respect your choice. You can rest assured and leave Sasuke and your mother's affairs to me. After Sasuke graduates from the academy and gains some strength, I will hand him over to you so that you can personally teach him."
Chapter 245 The Uchiha Clan's Master
Chapter 245 The Uchiha Clan's Master
Upon hearing the words of the clan chief, Itachi Uchiha quickly shook his head: "Clan chief is the number one expert in our Uchiha clan. I am very confident in having you teach Sasuke. You will definitely teach him better than I could."
Seeing Itachi's reaction, Uchiha Kakuyama shook his head and chuckled, "Don't worry, Sasuke is my disciple, so of course I will teach him well. The reason I handed him over to you after he graduated is so that he could learn some experience in the outside world from you. That way, you two brothers can also get along well."
Furthermore, Sasuke is a genius of our Uchiha clan; after graduation, he doesn't need to stay in Konoha to do those missions assigned by civilians.
Upon hearing the words of the clan chief, Itachi Uchiha contemplated the future for a moment before saying, "Sasuke is still young. I'll take good care of him after he graduates."
After allaying Itachi's concerns, Uchiha Kakuzan sent both Itachi and Shisui to Uzushima Island.
However, since no one lived in the house belonging to Itachi Uchiha's family, Itachi simply moved into Shisui Uchiha's house and lived with him.
After bringing Uchiha Itachi and Shisui over, Uchiha Kakuyama didn't rush back. Instead, he took a stroll around the Uchiha clan's territory and then visited the Grand Elder.
Because Uchiha Kakuzan has been busy training in Sage Mode at Shikkotsu Forest, he hasn't had time to handle the various affairs of the Uchiha clan. Thanks to the First Elder, he has been able to manage all of this.
It was precisely because Uchiha Kakuzan had a good relationship with the Grand Elder, and the Grand Elder had no selfish motives, that the Grand Elder would have long since usurped his position as clan leader, given his current management style.
Whenever Uchiha Kakuzan came to see the Grand Elder, he was either drinking tea or alcohol at home.
This time was no exception. When Uchiha Kakuzan arrived at the elder's house, the elder had already brewed tea and was enjoying it.
Upon seeing Uchiha Kakuzan, he didn't even lift his eyelids, continuing to drink his tea as if nothing had happened.
Uchiha Kakuzan wasn't angry. He knew he hadn't done a very good job as clan leader. Seeing that the elder ignored him, he shamelessly approached with a smile, took a cup from the tea tray, and placed it next to the elder's teacup.
The First Elder, seeing Uchiha Kakuyama's shamelessness, was so angry he laughed. He poured him a cup of tea, muttering in an annoyed tone:
"You're not even as good a clan leader as Fugaku. Although he lacks strength and ability, he can still handle some clan affairs. Unlike you, you've pushed all the Uchiha clan's affairs onto me, and you're nowhere to be seen all day. Don't you know the old man is getting old? If you're never in the clan, how can you establish your authority?"
Uchiha Kakuzan knew that the Grand Elder meant well, so he smiled apologetically and said, "I understand, Grand Elder. I was busy with my training before, so I haven't been here as often. I won't do it again."
The elder waved his hand, indicating that it was nothing: "I understand. After all, the ninja world values strength above all else. Take Madara Uchiha, for example. Although he basically didn't care about the clan's affairs, his strength was unparalleled in the ninja world, which made our Uchiha clan famous."
Then, the elder looked at Uchiha Kakuyama and asked with some concern, "How is your training going?"
Uchiha Kakuzan nodded and sat up slightly. Then, the elder felt a powerful aura emanating from him. Although Uchiha Kakuzan wasn't targeting him, the aftershocks still made the elder feel a chill run down his spine.
Upon seeing the appearance of the Grand Elder, Uchiha Kakuyama put away his imposing manner and said with a smile, "Grand Elder, I am confident that I can now go toe-to-toe with Uchiha Madara and the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama."
The elder was about to reprimand him for being arrogant, but after experiencing his imposing aura, he couldn't bring himself to say it.
After a long silence, the elder nodded with satisfaction: "That's good, that's good. This way, our Uchiha clan can at least guarantee thirty or forty years of glory. With that, this old man can rest assured."
Then, the elder changed the subject: "However, you should also pay attention to your interactions with the clansmen. Although you don't need to show yourself often, you should at least win over all the Jonin in the clan."
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded thoughtfully upon hearing the elder's words, then, as if remembering something, said, "Elder, how about I set aside some time each month to guide the cultivation of the clan's experts?"
Next, Uchiha Kakuzan used his eye technique—Illusion—Momentary Time and Space to pull the Grand Elder into the illusionary space and introduce him to the abilities of this eye technique.
When the First Elder emerged from the illusion, he nodded excitedly, "Qiu Shan, your eye technique is excellent. It is very suitable for training the experts in the clan, enabling them to reach a higher level. This can also be used as a reward; whoever performs well can receive personal guidance from the clan leader."
Uchiha Kakuyama nodded. It was true. The more skilled members the Uchiha clan had, the easier things would be for him in the future. Moreover, these skilled members were all trained by him, so their loyalty was well guaranteed.
Because of this matter, Uchiha Kakuyama was in no hurry to leave. Instead, he discussed the details of the 'Clan Leader Guidance Plan' with the Grand Elder. This plan would not only strengthen clan cohesion but also enhance Uchiha Kakuyama's prestige as clan leader.
Most importantly, it can quickly cultivate skilled individuals within the Uchiha clan, ensuring that the Uchiha clan has a sufficient number of experts in various fields.
The Uchiha clan is not exactly in dire need of rebuilding, but it is starting all over again. Moreover, having severed ties with Konoha, they can only rely on themselves for everything.
Therefore, the number of skilled fighters within the clan is closely related to the prosperity of the Uchiha clan.
After Uchiha Kakuzan mastered the Sage Mode of Shikkotsu Forest, he temporarily lost the desire to further improve his strength. Under these circumstances, it was a good time to focus on training the top members of the Uchiha clan.