《Start with the Mangekyo Sharingan: Follow Lord Madara out of Konoha》


 Chapter 1: Resonance of Fate

    Year 2 of Konoha.


    A man stepped out of the gates of Konoha Village alone.


    Clad in black, his long, flowing hair cascaded down his back. He carried a sickle and a fan, walking towards the golden sunset. His figure was proud, yet tinged with a sense of desolation and loneliness.


    He was Uchiha Madara.


    Three days ago, he had lost the election for Hokage. Hashirama Senju had won by an overwhelming majority, ascending to the position of Hokage.


    Reality was completely different from what Hashirama had promised. Not only had Madara failed to become Hokage, but he was also increasingly shunned by the villagers.


    He had thought that founding Konoha would bring peace, but in reality, the rift between the Senju and Uchiha clans had not disappeared.


    The streets of the village were filled with laughter and joy, but all he could feel was alienation and distance.


    It turned out that everything had been nothing but an illusion.


    From this moment on, he understood that the prejudices in people''s hearts were like a mountain. As long as the rift existed, so-called peace would be nothing more than a fleeting illusion.


    If this continued, the Uchiha clan would inevitably perish in the facade of peace.


    He realized this and called upon the Uchiha clan to leave with him, but... in the vast clan territory, not a single member was willing to follow him!


    Now, he had not only lost his brother but also his clan. He had become a man who was no longer admired, recognized, or needed¡ªsomeone who was even slightly redundant in both the village and the clan.


    The cold wind blew, and the setting sun cast a lonely glow. His long hair danced in the wind, and in a place where no one could see, his eyes were filled with loss and sorrow.


    However, at that very moment, a young and urgent voice called out from behind.


    "Madara-sama!"


    Uchiha Madara paused, the bitterness in his eyes quickly hidden, replaced by his usual cold and authoritative demeanor.


    He turned around and saw a boy running towards him.


    The boy had delicate features, fair skin, and wore the high-collared clan attire of the Uchiha. His short black hair was neat, and his long eyelashes gave him a gentle appearance. His eyes were as clear as jade, with a deep, ink-like hue.


    His steps were light, and despite the distance, he caught up in just a few breaths¡ªa speed that was unusual for someone his age.


    "It''s you?" Madara recognized him.


    The boy''s name was Uchiha Kamihane, and he had become a ninja at a young age.


    Madara remembered him because, four years ago, Kamihane had been on the battlefield, fighting the Senju clan to the end. He was even known by the title "Phantom of Speed."


    "Madara-sama, I''m surprised you still remember me," the boy said sincerely, standing behind Madara. "I am Uchiha Kamihane, and I wish to follow you!"


    "What?!" Madara''s heart stirred slightly, his pupils trembling. "You''re willing... to leave Konoha with me?"


    Kamihane bowed respectfully, his words earnest. "Yes! Unlike those foolish clan members, I am willing to leave with you!"


    Madara''s emotions became complex. He scrutinized Kamihane up and down, remaining silent for a long time before finally letting out a cold snort.Unauthorized usage: this narrative is on Amazon without the author''s consent. Report any sightings.


    "Hmph, are you here to pity me?"


    Uchiha Madara turned his head away, giving Kamihane the back of his head.


    "Go back. Even though I am no longer your clan leader, I, Uchiha Madara... do not need anyone''s pity!"


    "Pity?" Kamihane tilted his head in confusion.


    But he quickly noticed that although Madara was verbally dismissing him, his body remained rooted to the spot, not moving an inch.


    So, deep down, you still want me to come with you... Kamihane''s eyes flashed with understanding.


    Typical Uchiha pride.


    He immediately said, "Madara-sama, I truly want to leave Konoha. Staying here no longer holds any meaning for me."


    "Why?" Madara asked without turning around.


    Hearing this question, Kamihane finally breathed a sigh of relief. When Madara had abruptly told him to leave, he had indeed felt a pang of worry.


    After all, he really... didn''t want to go back.


    He was a transmigrator, and a pure one at that.


    He had been born five years before the founding of Konoha, during the final years of the Warring States period, when the Senju and Uchiha clans were still locked in battle.


    Later, the two clans reconciled, and Konoha was established. But knowing the future of the Uchiha clan, how could he not be aware of what was to come?


    Moreover...


    A trace of hatred flashed across Kamihane''s youthful face. "The Senju clan slaughtered my parents. They weren''t even ninjas; they were just helping injured clan members... yet the Senju killed them mercilessly!"


    He spoke in a low voice, "This hatred is something I can never let go of, no matter how much time passes."


    Madara nodded. "It seems we share the same pain, but that''s not enough reason for me to take you with me. I remember you have a younger brother, don''t you?"


    "I do, but that fool has been brainwashed by the Senju. He''s completely devoted to the so-called Will of Fire, forgetting all about our hatred, shaking hands with our enemies. How laughable!" Kamihane''s face was filled with bitterness, and a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes. "Uchiha Kagami has betrayed me. He is no longer my brother."


    Uchiha Madara''s gaze drifted, falling into silence, clearly moved by Kamihane''s words.


    Kamihane stared at Madara''s back. "Since you lost the Hokage election, I''ve come to understand that if even you can''t become Hokage, who in the Uchiha clan can stand up for us?"


    "This so-called peace was achieved through our compromises, but those pitiful clan members actually believe Konoha will accept them?"


    "Like Kagami, they''ve all been softened, like frogs in slowly boiling water. What awaits them is nothing but a slow death!"


    Every word struck a chord, and Madara remained silent, but Kamihane could clearly see that his body was trembling slightly.


    Seeing the timing was right, Kamihane played his final card: "Living there, watching those ignorant clan members, sometimesI even forget who I am. My patience with this foolish clan... has completely run out."


    At this, Uchiha Madara was finally moved.


    He looked up at the sky and let out a long sigh.


    Though Kamihane couldn''t see his expression, the twilight cast a lonely and desolate shadow over his figure.


    The boy''s resentful and helpless accusations had struck a chord in Madara''s heart. He felt a sense of loss, as if they were both kindred spirits adrift in the world.


    Kamihane also knew that his words wouldn''t gain anyone''s approval, but for Madara at this moment, they were devastating.


    "I don''t need weak followers," Uchiha Madara said, his tone haughty.


    Kamihane smiled, closing his eyes briefly. When he opened them again, his once black eyes had turned a deep, blood-red, with three black tomoe spinning around his pupils.


    "Oh? The aura of the Three Tomoe Sharingan..."


    Uchiha Madara finally turned around, showing a hint of interest. "No wonder you were able to fight on the battlefield at such a young age. So your eyes have already developed to this level."


    He crossed his arms. "At this level, you might just have the qualifications to follow me..."


    Kamihane''s lips curled slightly, and his luminous pupils glowed red. The three tomoe spun and intertwined, rapidly forming the intricate pattern of the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan.


    The design resembled a gear or a magic circle, symbolizing a cycle and balance. The pattern was exquisite and beautiful, like a flawless piece of art.


    "You''ve awakened... the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan!" Madara seemed momentarily stunned, his expression instantly turning serious.


    His voice carried a hint of surprise. Even he couldn''t remain calm upon seeing these eyes.


    Because this almost represented the pinnacle of what an Uchiha clan member could achieve!


    "What exactly... have you been through?"


    In history, only a handful of Uchiha had evolved their Sharingan to the Mangeky¨­ level. Madara himself had only seen two pairs.


    But now, this third pair of Mangeky¨­ Sharingan had appeared on a boy. Although his ocular power was far inferior to Madara''s, it was restrained and calm, like still water. He was undoubtedly a promising talent!


    Kamihane''s future... was filled with infinite possibilities!


    "Similar circumstances, a resonance of fate, and these Mangeky¨­ Sharingan..." Madara appeared in front of Kamihane in an instant, a spark of excitement in his eyes. "If it''s you, perhaps you can truly carry out my will!"


    In truth, after Kamihane had expressed his complete disillusionment with the Uchiha clan, Madara had already decided to take him along. But he never expected there would be such a pleasant surprise!


    "A true Uchiha would never submit to a false peace. Only those who awaken the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan can see the true nature of the world, for they have experienced the most soul-crushing pain and despair!"


    Madara suppressed his excitement, his gaze fixed intently on Kamihane''s eyes. What he was most curious about now was:


    "What is the ability of your Mangeky¨­?"

 Chapter 2: The Mangeky艒 Sharingan

    Outside the village of Konoha.


    "So, Lord Madara, you agree to take me with you?" Kamihane asked softly.


    "Hmm." Madara nodded with pride.


    Whether it was Kamihane''s experiences or his Mangeky¨­ Sharingan, they resonated with Madara. Both were kindred spirits, adrift in the world. Whether as a follower, an assistant, or a successor, Madara had already decided to take him along on his journey.


    "Thank you, Lord Madara." Kamihane finally smiled with genuine relief.


    "The abilities of these eyes are my greatest secret..."


    He raised his hand, his fingertips gently brushing over his eye sockets. His pupils were crystal clear, with a jade-like texture.


    "But since it''s you, Lord Madara, I suppose it''s fine to tell you!"


    Under Madara''s curious gaze, Kamihane began to explain.


    The ability of his left eye was called "Maky¨­," which allowed him to adapt to all things and deliver the strongest counterattack against the adapted target¡ªessentially, a post-strike adaptation to anything in the world.


    To be more specific, it involved infinite analysis of everything he touched or saw. This process was called adaptation. Once adaptation was complete, he could nullify the effects of such influences, gaining permanent immunity, and deliver a precise counterattack against the source.


    The power of adaptation was tied to causality and wouldn''t be overridden by time or space. Moreover, if he was attacked again during the adaptation process, it would accelerate the adaptation.


    The term "infinite analysis" meant that even after adaptation, the analysis wouldn''t stop¡ªit would only become more optimized!


    The only thing he couldn''t adapt to was the damage inflicted on his eyes when using their power.


    The ability of his right eye was called "Amano Tokotachi," which allowed for time-space reversal.


    It freely reversed his own time-space state, unconditionally restoring his current state to a previous moment, with a maximum range of five minutes. The time scale was virtually infinite, and after activation, there was only a one-second cooldown.


    Both time and space states could be flexibly selected.


    However, time nodes that had already been reversed couldn''t be selected as targets for reversal again.


    The more Madara listened, the more intrigued he became. His eyes sparkled with fascination. "Infinite adaptation and time-space reversal¡ªthese are truly ''divine techniques.'' And when combined, their effects are even more extraordinary."


    It had to be said, the Uchiha clan leader had a sharp eye.


    Kamihane blinked. In truth, he had concealed a small detail about his right eye''s ability.


    The target of time-space reversal wasn''t limited to himself!


    Anything in the world, as long as it was within his line of sight, could be subjected to time-space reversal!


    The selection of the reversal target could only be concretized to a macroscopic individual, but doing so would consume a massive amount of chakra. The greater the target''s impact on the macroscopic world and the further back in time the selected point was, the more intense the chakra consumption.Unauthorized usage: this narrative is on Amazon without the author''s consent. Report any sightings.


    He couldn''t be blamed for keeping this from Madara. If the full extent of his right eye''s ability were known, it would mean he wasn''t just the ultimate shield but also the ultimate support! Who knows if Madara would start treating him as a tool.


    Living in the ninja world, it was always wise to keep a few cards up one''s sleeve.


    "Alright, let''s go."


    Madara turned around, his earlier melancholy now overshadowed by the joy of having Kamihane by his side.


    But Kamihane didn''t move.


    "What is it?" Madara tilted his head slightly, puzzled. "Did you forget something?"


    "Well... you could say that," Kamihane chuckled. "Lord Madara, there''s actually another member of the clan who has awakened the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan."


    "What?" Madara asked, surprised. "Your brother?"


    Kamihane shook his head. "He doesn''t have the talent. He hasn''t even awakened his Sharingan yet, but that''s not important..."


    "...Do you remember, Lord Madara, during the mid-Warring States period, the Uchiha clan''s sealed... secret weapon?"


    "The Uchiha clan''s secret weapon?" Madara pondered for a moment, then suddenly realized.


    The dust of time fell away, and a long-buried memory slowly surfaced in his mind.


    Many years ago, when Madara wasn''t yet the clan leader, the Uchiha clan had a young girl named "Uchiha Hikari."


    Like Kamihane, she had awakened the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan at a very young age, and her ocular ability was the divine technique known as "Yasaka Magatama."


    "Yasaka Magatama" allowed her to mark enemies and absorb their chakra to strengthen herself. Once marked, she could control their mind and chakra through a connection, and the chakra could be transferred to herself or others regardless of distance.


    Such a skill naturally drew the attention of the clan. The clan''s leaders imprisoned her in a dark, sunless dungeon, only releasing her when they needed her for battle.


    But that wasn''t enough. In their pursuit of ultimate power, these madmen forcibly implanted the "Amaterasu" and "Tsukuyomi" techniques into her, turning her into a weapon of the Uchiha, stripping her of her name, freedom, and rights as a human being.


    Thus, the Uchiha''s ultimate weapon¡ªNameless¡ªwas born.


    Nameless''s appearance immediately turned the tide of the battlefield for the Uchiha. The Senju clan, having suffered losses, allied with other ninja clans to launch targeted operations.


    In the end, at great cost, they finally managed to seal Nameless away.


    "Are you suggesting we release her?" Madara asked.


    "Yes, she too was abandoned. If we can bring her into our group, under your leadership, Lord Madara, we could become a new Uchiha," Kamihane coaxed.


    "A new... Uchiha?" Madara was stunned, a warm current flowing through his heart, illuminating a dark corner within him.


    "But..." he frowned slightly, "that was a long time ago, and even I don''t know the location of the seal."


    "Just because you don''t know doesn''t mean Konoha doesn''t," Kamihane said with a sly smile. "I suspect that in the Hokage''s secret archives, there must be a scroll containing information about the weapon."


    Though he didn''t know the exact location of the seal, based on his memory, such information was recorded in a secret scroll titled "The Warring States Sealing History," which was typically stored in Konoha''s secret archives.


    "I see..." Madara mused, momentarily at a loss.


    He had just "broken up" with Hashirama and left the village. Going back now, tail between his legs... it wasn''t his style!


    Kamihane noticed Madara''s hesitation and immediately patted his chest. "Lord Madara, I can sneak back in and steal the scroll under the cover of night."


    "Isn''t that too dangerous for you? Aren''t you afraid of being discovered by the Senju ninja?" Madara gazed toward Konoha and shook his head.


    Kamihane smiled confidently. "Lord Madara, teleportation and stealth are my specialties. They won''t notice me. Even when I followed you out of the village, I avoided everyone''s sight."


    "No wonder you didn''t come with me immediately. You had this in mind all along..." Madara pondered.


    He was a decisive man and quickly agreed to Kamihane''s plan.


    The two agreed to act that night. Regardless of whether Kamihane succeeded, he had to leave the village before the moon was at its brightest, and Madara would wait outside the village to receive him.


    Then, Kamihane''s right eye glowed red as the Mangeky¨­ pattern slowly rotated, and the whites of his eyes became streaked with fine blood vessels.


    The setting sun was blood-red, the clouds aflame, and the falling leaves hung in mid-air. The sound of the wind ceased, and time seemed to stand still.


    From Kamihane''s perspective, his body left a bizarre, twisted trail in space, like a long strand of noodles stretching from his current location all the way to Konoha.


    His vision seemed to shift into a four-dimensional space, where a progress bar-like entity represented the trail of his movements in space over the past five minutes, each moment clearly visible.


    Now, he could freely drag this progress bar, select a time node, and hit play. He would instantly appear at the selected location.


    This was his ocular ability, "Amano Tokotachi."


    Kamihane dragged the progress bar to its limit¡ªfive minutes ago, when he was hiding in a secluded patch of grass within the village.


    In the next instant, he vanished before Madara''s eyes, disappearing as cleanly as if an eraser had wiped away a pencil mark.

 Chapter 3: Covert Operation

    Within the Hidden Leaf Village, Kamihane took advantage of the deserted surroundings and emerged from the grass.


    He deactivated his Sharingan, and his right eye returned to its usual clarity, with all traces of bloodshot veins completely vanished.


    It turned out that the target of his temporal reversion was his entire spatiotemporal state, which included not only his spatial coordinates but also his physical health and chakra condition.


    Except for his consciousness and memories, all aspects of his being reverted to their state from five minutes ago.


    The power of time was truly profound and mysterious.


    As long as the target of the reversion was himself, he could activate his ocular technique almost without any harm, with chakra consumption infinitely approaching zero.


    This was also the reason why he could maintain normal vision even after awakening the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan.


    Kamihane glanced back at the main gate and, taking advantage of the lack of people, stepped out with light movements.


    He didn''t stir up any trouble and returned to his clan''s territory as if nothing had happened, planning to rest until nightfall.


    The streets were bustling with people, both civilians and shinobi, from various clans seemingly coexisting harmoniously. However, upon seeing him, a member of the Uchiha clan, they all averted their gazes.


    Kamihane sneered inwardly. He knew these were all tricks orchestrated by the Senju, aimed at sowing discord within the Uchiha clan, making them obedient and submissive to gain the villagers'' approval.


    But in reality, in the eyes of the higher-ups, a rotten orange was still a rotten orange. No matter how much the Uchiha cooperated or accepted brainwashing and manipulation, they would never be accepted by the Hidden Leaf.


    He felt increasingly that following Madara''s departure was a wise decision.


    Just look at the fate of the Uchiha in the original timeline¡ªmarginalized, antagonized, divided, incited, and ultimately annihilated by their own people! Only Sasuke remained as the sole survivor!


    None of the Hokage of the Hidden Leaf ever truly acknowledged the Uchiha clan. Hashirama was somewhat better, but Tobirama, who inherited Tobirama''s will, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Danz¨­ Shimura, and the rest of the village''s higher-ups were all unscrupulous! As an Uchiha, he might not even live to see the birth of Minato before being secretly killed.


    But strangely, all the Senju clansmen in the village were new faces, as if those who participated in the war had vanished into thin air.


    "Making those who participated in the war disappear from public view to win over hearts and minds¡­" Kamihane pondered. The Senju truly had cunning methods.


    When it came to politics and conspiracies, the Uchiha, with their straightforward nature, could never outmaneuver them.


    Upon returning to the clan''s territory, he ignored the whispering clansmen and went straight to his room.


    He did a final check of his equipment¡ªninja tools, soldier pills, clothing, battle armor, and even a temporary tent¡ªall of which he stored in a storage scroll to carry with him.


    "Strange, where is Kagami?"


    Earlier in the day, after Madara''s failed rally, Kamihane had sought out his younger brother, urging him to leave the Hidden Leaf with Madara.


    But all he received was a look of panic and confusion, along with words that treated him like a venomous snake.


    ''Brother, why are you trying to destroy the peace we worked so hard to build?''


    "Dear brother, I don''t know if you''re naive or just foolish¡­" Kamihane lay on his tatami mat, hands behind his head, feigning sleep to conserve energy.


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    The reason he brought up Uchiha Hikari to Madara was partly due to his own selfish motives.


    It wasn''t out of nostalgia for the "Boruto-Hikari" pairing from the original timeline, but because Hikari''s abilities were too overpowering. If Madara ever found himself in a desperate situation, he wouldn''t need to rely on Kamihane as a tool¡ªHikari alone would suffice.


    Moreover, with Hikari as an ally, even if Madara were to fall, Kamihane''s safety would be greatly assured.


    As the golden light of the setting sun faded and night quickly fell, Kamihane opened his eyes and glanced at Kagami, who was sleeping with his back turned to him. He shook his head.


    He put on his mask, draped his black coat over his shoulders, and slipped out of the room through the window, leaving the clan''s territory without a sound.


    Using his agility and excellent Body Flicker Technique, he avoided the night patrols and reached his destination within minutes without being detected.


    At the entrance of the Hokage Building, two Senju guards were on duty.


    Entering the Hokage Building at night without being summoned was a serious crime under normal circumstances, but now¡­ Kamihane silently walked toward the entrance.


    "Kid, stop! What are you doing wandering around at this hour?"


    Kamihane had no intention of wasting words with them. The moment he raised his eyes, his Sharingan activated, the three tomoe spinning slightly. With just a glance, the two guards fell into a trance, ensnared by his genjutsu.


    Though he wasn''t particularly skilled in genjutsu (compared to Itachi and Shisui), his ocular power was at the Mangeky¨­ level, and his hardware was simply too advanced. Dealing with two elite guards was still relatively easy.


    Kamihane stepped forward, brushing past the guards, and quickly entered the building.


    He hurried toward the direction of the secret chamber, a layer of light chakra attached to the soles of his feet to dampen sound and minimize any noise.


    His black coat fluttered as he moved like a ghost racing through the midnight, soon arriving at the entrance to the secret chamber.


    "You!" The guard at the door was about to shout, but under the red glow of the Sharingan, he immediately lost consciousness.


    "Genjutsu: Puppet Technique!"


    Kamihane quickly commanded, "Open the chamber!"


    The entrance to the chamber was sealed with a barrier technique, making forced entry impossible. Kamihane had no knowledge of barrier techniques, but by controlling the Senju guard, he soon opened the chamber.


    Kamihane quietly pushed the door open and entered, frowning at the sight of the numerous books and various scrolls.


    "How am I supposed to find anything in this mess!"


    To prevent leaks, most of the scrolls were sealed with intricate barrier techniques, with no titles or labels. Without opening them, it was impossible to know what they contained.


    Kamihane turned to the guard and whispered, "You, find me the ''Warring States Sealing History.''"


    The guard nodded, his expression blank but obedient, and began searching through the scrolls.


    "Genjutsu is so useful. Maybe I should focus more on training it in the future¡­" Kamihane smiled, hands on his hips.


    Soon, the guard handed him a red scroll.


    Kamihane''s eyes flickered as he tested, "Go find me the Flying Thunder God Technique."


    "There is no record of the Flying Thunder God Technique in this chamber," the guard replied emotionlessly.


    "What about the Sealing Scroll?"


    "I don''t know what that is."


    Kamihane scratched the back of his head. "Could it be that the Sealing Scroll hasn''t been compiled yet?"


    The so-called Sealing Scroll was a collection of forbidden techniques compiled by successive Hokage. While that was the official story, most of the forbidden techniques originated from Tobirama, the master inventor.


    Thinking about it, the Hidden Leaf had only been established for two years, and Tobirama was busy with political maneuvering, constantly scheming against Madara. He probably didn''t have the time to compile the Sealing Scroll.


    "In that case¡­" Kamihane stroked his chin. "Go find me all the S-rank ninjutsu or forbidden techniques in this chamber."


    The guard nodded mechanically, and after some searching, Kamihane held two more scrolls in his hands.


    "Only two? But that''s enough. Taking too many would be hard to explain to Madara¡­"


    Kamihane felt a surge of excitement. While the rank of a technique corresponded to its difficulty, the harder it was to learn, the more powerful it usually was.


    He didn''t know what forbidden techniques were inside the scrolls, but obtaining them was a win. Fueled by a gambler''s mentality, his anticipation was at its peak.


    Before long, Kamihane left the Hokage Building with his spoils. After incapacitating three more patrol guards, he finally approached the main gate of the Hidden Leaf Village.


    Just then, something unexpected happened!


    Kamihane''s hair stood on end, as if a scythe was hanging over his head.


    In an instant, the threat of death enveloped him, but before he could react, a cold kunai was pressed against his throat.


    The moonlight was cool, and the kunai reflected a chilling light, as if it would pierce his throat at any moment.


    Kamihane swallowed hard, goosebumps rising on the back of his neck.


    "Kid, where do you think you''re running off to?" A cold voice came from behind him.


    Kamihane''s pupils contracted. That deep, resonant voice¡­


    "Why is he here? Could he have been waiting for me at the gate?"


    In this critical moment, his mind raced. "No! My senses couldn''t be wrong. I definitely avoided all detection. Unless¡­"


    His eyes widened as he looked down at his sleeve.


    Unbeknownst to him, a Flying Thunder God marking was quietly imprinted there.

 Chapter 4: Ama no Tokotachi

    Glancing at the Flying Thunder God mark on his cuff, Kamihane instantly comprehended that he... had been betrayed.


    "Who are you? Answer my questions obediently." The kunai slightly moved back, cutting Kamihane''s skin and causing a few drops of blood to seep out.


    Kamihane''s expression turned grave. He thought of a certain possibility, and a surge of anger welled up within him.


    He forced out a nonchalant tone, "I''m going to the restroom."


    "Do you think I''m joking with you?" The voice behind him carried a hint of coldness. "I originally intended to wait quietly until you left the building, then call the night patrol ninjas to capture you. But you''re quite alert, managing to bypass all the guards."


    "Really, even going to the restroom is controlled. Do you Senju have a natural tendency to meddle in others'' affairs?" Kamihane spat out sarcastic words, then suddenly lunged backward.


    However, the other party''s reaction was equally swift. A cold glint flashed, illuminating Kamihane''s crimson Sharingan eyes!


    The Sharingan possesses extraordinary insight, capable of observing the flow of chakra and possessing unbelievable dynamic vision. Kamihane instantly discerned the trajectory of the kunai. While elbowing the opponent''s abdomen, he swiftly leaned backward diagonally!


    With a "whoosh," a line of blood shot from his left cheek, but he narrowly avoided a fatal blow as his mask tore and fell.


    Seizing the opportunity, he jumped back. During the process, chakra naturally flowed to his legs, enhancing his tendons. In an instant, he created considerable distance, leaving behind a faint afterimage at his original spot.


    A clear figure came into view.


    The man wore a grayish-blue coat, his silver hair dancing in the wind. His phoenix eyes were sharp, and his appearance was dignified, with three deep red facial marks. It was none other than Tobirama Senju, the younger brother of the current Hokage!


    Kamihane silently clenched his fists, calming down in an instant.


    He now had two options.


    First, utilize the "Amaterasu" of his right eye Mangeky¨­ Sharingan to perform a spatial displacement, returning to any position within the last five minutes.


    However, since he was already exposed, if he were to abruptly disappear, Tobirama Senju, with his shrewdness, would instantly detect his spatial-time ability. The entire village would then be placed on high alert, making escape even more difficult.


    Moreover, the village might deploy the Hy¨±ga clan''s ninjas to conduct repeated searches. With their Byakugan, they function as long-range spotlights, and Kamihane had no confidence in evading their surveillance.


    Additionally, there was a formidable presence currently in the village. If he were to alert this individual and be apprehended, even Uchiha Madara would find it difficult to rescue him!


    Therefore, he had no choice but to contend with the person before him, waiting for the right moment to escape the village. Once he reached the outskirts, Uchiha Madara could immediately assist him!


    In that brief second, numerous thoughts flashed through his mind. Accepting his current predicament, he quickly formulated an escape plan.


    "Uchiha? So it''s a little thief from the clan."


    Tobirama coldly scrutinized Kamihane. "Three-tomoe Sharingan, exceptional shunshin... I remember now, you''re that speedy kid from the Uchiha clan? No wonder your movements are so swift."


    "Tobirama-sama, at this point, why keep up the act? Do you really take me for a fool?"


    Kamihane sneered as he tore off his outer garment. "My plan was flawless. If it weren''t for some traitor tipping you off, you wouldn''t be here."


    As soon as he finished speaking, flames ignited in his right hand, reducing the nightwear along with the Flying Thunder God mark to ashes.


    Kamihane slightly narrowed his eyes, his smile cold and forced. "You coming to accompany me to the restroom this late must be thanks to my dear little brother''s report. It seems he... is genuinely concerned about me."


    "Hmph, sharp tongue." Tobirama glanced at the blood on the kunai, his eyes flickering. "I must admit, your skills are impressive. Infiltrating the secret chamber at night, stealing confidential documents. Who''s pulling the strings behind you?"


    "All thanks to Tobirama-sama''s excellent training. The skills I possess were all learned on the battlefield." Kamihane raised an eyebrow.


    Tobirama snorted, "Not planning to talk? No matter, I''ll make you spill everything."


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    "Where''s my dear brother?"


    "Worry about yourself first. Hand over the secret scroll and come with me to the prison! Perhaps then I might spare your life."


    "Sorry, not interested." Kamihane lightly shook his head. "I''m leaving Konoha, severing all ties."


    "Arrogant fool. Do you think Konoha is a place you can come and go as you please?" Tobirama sneered. "Someone actually trying to emulate that man, Madara!"


    "Tobirama-sama, are you going to stop me?"


    "Hmph, dealing with you doesn''t require my effort."


    As soon as he finished speaking, figures swiftly darted around. Within seconds, over twenty Senju ninjas surrounded Kamihane.


    Amidst the dense sound of footsteps, Kamihane''s gaze froze. He turned to look behind him. At the village entrance, numerous figures emerged, all uniformly dressed. Under the pale moonlight, pairs of crimson eyes coldly stared at him.


    Uchiha!


    "Brother!" A small figure squeezed out from among the Senju clan members.


    Uchiha Kagami!


    He shouted to Kamihane, "Don''t be foolish anymore. You... you must have been deceived by Madara-sama, right?"


    "Me? Being foolish?"


    Kamihane glared at his brother, flames seemingly burning in his eyes. "Traitorous scum, still helping those who''ve sold you out. Have you forgotten how our parents died?"


    "Hatred is endless. If we let it spread, the hard-earned peace will crumble!" Kagami''s eyes brimmed with tears. "Madara-sama has already defected. You can''t continue down this path!"


    "Hahahaha!" Kamihane, furious, burst into laughter, his fists clenched to the point of cracking. "Now, who exactly is betraying whom?"


    "Sorry, brother, I really wanted to stop you, but I know I''m no match for you. That''s why..."


    Kagami''s voice quivered, tears welling up. "But rest assured, I''ve already talked to Tobirama-sama. As long as you comply, it won''t be long before you''re released. Then we can live together in Konoha. Wouldn''t that be better?"


    "Should I thank you for that?!" Kamihane trembled with anger, the red in his eyes deepening.


    "Brother!"


    "Shut up!"


    Kamihane took a deep breath, sneering, "Luckily... I always knew you were a traitor. That''s why I didn''t tell you everything..."


    Tobirama expressionlessly watched Kamihane, impatiently flicking his hand. "Take him!"


    The ninjas were about to act, but suddenly, an overwhelming aura burst forth from Kamihane!


    A dark, heavy chakra, like a blazing yet bone-chilling flame, overflowed from his body.


    Under Tobirama''s stunned gaze, Kamihane slowly lifted his head. His black hair moved without wind, the tomoe in his eyes intertwining and transforming, forming intricate black patterns over the crimson pupils.


    "This is... Mangeky¨­ Sharingan!" Even Tobirama couldn''t help but shiver under the gaze of those eyes.


    "No, this kid''s beyond saving. He must be killed on the spot!" Tobirama immediately formed hand seals without hesitation. "I can''t let him become the next Madara!"


    "Water Release: Water Severing Wave!"


    Tobirama''s attack was swift and ruthless. A thick stream of water surged forth like a drawn blade, "splitting" Kamihane''s body at the waist!


    Blood dyed the water red, resembling a massive spider lily blooming within the liquid.


    "Brother!" Kagami collapsed to the ground, wailing in anguish. "It wasn''t supposed to be like this, it shouldn''t have been like this..."


    Under the clear moonlight, Kamihane''s body seemed to distort for a moment. Blood swirled, and his severed halves rejoined. He stood unharmed, as if nothing had happened!


    "What! Could it be... Izanagi??" Tobirama''s eyes were filled with disbelief, yet Kamihane''s eyes remained perfectly normal, showing no abnormalities.


    Without needing orders, three ninjas immediately lunged at Kamihane.


    Kamihane fought savagely, unlike typical ninja techniques, resembling a fearless beast¡ªa stark contrast to his harmless appearance.


    As a blade swung towards his face, he didn''t dodge. Instead, he struck the blade''s side with his palm, allowing the sword to slice into his right shoulder!


    Ignoring the spurting blood, he drove his knee into his opponent''s chin. As the enemy lost consciousness, he swiftly moved behind, cleanly snapping his neck.


    "Swish!"


    A sharp blade swung diagonally from behind, but Kamihane, as if anticipating it, glanced up and vanished, reappearing behind the attacker. His hand blade struck the opponent''s wrist, instantly halting the blade.


    The man involuntarily loosened his grip, and Kamihane seized the sword, spinning and thrusting it into the assailant''s back.


    At that moment, a cold dagger emerged from Kamihane''s chest, causing him to cough up a mouthful of blood.


    "Die!" The last attacker, from the Uchiha clan, exploited a blind spot in Kamihane''s defense with the Sharingan''s keen insight.


    "Why?"


    "Why attack me?" Kamihane weakly turned his body, disregarding the excruciating pain in his chest, as if wanting to see the attacker''s face clearly.


    The Uchiha ninja sneered, "Hmph, the Uchiha are part of Konoha. A black sheep like you, clinging to your delusions, can''t be allowed to live!"


    Kamihane reached out with his arm, firmly gripping the man''s shoulder. His gaze, cold as a predator''s, sent a chill down the attacker''s spine!


    "Serving those who wronged you makes your death meaningless!"


    Kamihane lifted his gaze, the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan glowing red. "Genjutsu: Shackling Stakes Technique!"


    Seizing the moment, he twisted the longsword and, under the attacker''s horrified gaze, thrust it into his throat. With a "squash," blood gushed forth!


    Kamihane withdrew the blade. The gear pattern in his right eye slightly rotated, and his body strangely returned to normal. The dagger that had pierced his chest clattered to the ground, his clothes pristine as if untouched.


    This reality-defying scene sent shivers down the ninjas'' spines.


    "Impossible! Can''t this guy be killed?"


    "What the hell is this regenerative ability!"


    Tobirama slightly narrowed his eyes, lifting the kunai that had previously injured Kamihane. To his surprise, the bloodstain on it had vanished.


    "This isn''t mere regeneration..."


    He clapped his hands together, and water molecules in the air rapidly increased, visibly dampening the surroundings. In an instant, a vast torrent of water materialized out of thin air!


    "Water Release: Water Shockwave!"


    The water surged like a whirlwind. Caught off guard, Kamihane had an arm, and then his entire body, ensnared and dragged into the vortex.


    Though only for a moment, Tobirama keenly noticed Kamihane''s left Mangeky¨­ slightly rotating upon being sucked into the water, akin to the hands of a clock.


    With a roar from the leading Senju ninja, countless kunai and shuriken rained down. Amidst the splashes and the "pitter-patter" of water droplets, the whirlpool absorbed the blood, rapidly turning crimson under everyone''s gaze.


    After roughly three to five breaths, the water dissipated, and Kamihane slowly rose from the ground. Under the cold moonlight, a pair of crimson eyes glimmered with an eerie light.


    The onlookers could scarcely believe their eyes. The young man remained unscathed, the blood already vanished without a trace, as if everything that had transpired was but an illusion.

 Chapter 5: Makora

    Kamihane''s hand seals were swift, and the moment he stood up, he initiated his counterattack.


    "Katon: G¨­kaky¨± no Jutsu!"


    The flames erupted as he expelled a massive fireball, akin to the size of an izakaya, with temperatures exceeding a thousand degrees flowing through the air. The crimson light illuminated the night sky!


    "This brat... how does he possess such a level of chakra!"


    The fireball surged forward, rolling with scorching flames, causing the ground to crack inch by inch, as if even a thousand troops couldn''t halt its advance!


    Tobirama narrowed his eyes and immediately threw the stunned Uchiha Kagami behind him, clapping his hands together with a loud "clap!"


    "Suiton: Suijinheki!"


    A waterfall-like amount of water materialized out of thin air, forming a circular water wall that blocked the fireball''s path, spinning furiously around Tobirama.


    Fire and water intermingled, instantly generating a massive amount of steam in the air.


    Kamihane unfurled a scroll and retrieved a new longsword. Holding both swords level, as the Katon chakra infused the hilts, the blades immediately ignited with bright flames, resembling two crimson torches.


    "Uchiha-ry¨±: Ken''y¨­en." His figure vanished from the spot.


    The onlookers'' vision was obstructed, and in a fleeting moment, they saw a shadowy figure charging towards the village entrance, where the Uchiha ninjas were stationed, followed by a series of muffled groans.


    "It was you who dragged me into this battlefield!"


    A flash of the blade, and blood splattered!


    "And it was you who forced me to fight for my life!"


    The deadly flames of the blade flickered in and out of sight. Kamihane, like a reaper in the mist, had molten lava-like light flowing in his crimson eyes.


    "Now, it is still you who seeks to annihilate me!"


    His speed was too fast; he continuously released the Shunshin no Jutsu, relying on the innate suppression power of the Mangeky¨­ Sharingan. No one could withstand a single blow from him. Screams and pleas for mercy vanished in an instant!


    "Damn it, this guy actually..."


    "How is this possible!"


    "Help, save¡ª"


    "And the Senju clan, are they just going to watch!"


    "Kamihane, Kamihane! We''re clanmates!"


    "No! Ugh¡ª"


    Kamihane''s gaze was icy cold; at this moment, he was like an emotionless killing machine.


    Wielding dual swords, he spun at high speed, using his body as the axis, resembling a burning whirlwind. With each flash, a ninja was cut to pieces, and bright red blood sprayed in all directions!


    By the time everyone reacted, the majority of the Uchiha clan members on the field had been slaughtered!


    "F¨±ton: Daitoppa!"


    The roaring wind finally dispersed the mist as someone used the Wind Release technique.


    At that moment, the water wall began to bubble vigorously, and as the heat spread, the fireball was successfully extinguished.


    "Suiton: Suiry¨±dan no Jutsu!"


    Tobirama''s hand seals changed, and the remaining water rapidly expanded, flooding Kamihane''s feet in an instant.


    Kamihane immediately jumped, but a strong suction force from the water surface below pulled him into a massive whirlpool.


    Like a flood surging backward, the water converged at its highest point, forming a colossal water dragon that plummeted downward!


    "Boom¡ª"


    The torrential water waves surged in all directions, the ground collapsed, and even the surrounding houses were swept away by the water.


    Tobirama''s eyes slightly contracted as Kamihane''s figure reappeared in his vision. This time, Kamihane was drenched but without a single wound, except for his right arm, which was twisted at an odd angle.


    In the blink of an eye, he returned to his unscathed state, his clothes dry, and his gaze sharp.


    Tobirama''s expression turned grave. He noticed Kamihane''s left eye rotate again, albeit slightly, but it was enough for him to catch.


    Somehow, a chilling sensation flickered in his heart, causing him to freeze momentarily.


    "What''s going on... an illusion? Why am I suddenly feeling tense about this kid?"


    "Raiton: Gian."


    Kamihane discarded the broken sword hilt and raised his hand high. Lightning swirled around his palm, and a thunderous roar echoed across the land, lighting up the night sky once more.


    In the moist air, the conductivity of the lightning was optimized. The electric arcs crackled fiercely, threatening to engulf everyone.


    Several quick-reacting J¨­nin immediately formed hand seals.


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    "F¨±ton: Kairy¨±dan!"


    "F¨±ton: Daitoppa no Jutsu!"


    "F¨±ton: Shink¨±ha!"


    The lightning flickered and dissipated. This single Lightning Release technique required three Wind Release ninjas to barely withstand it!


    "He''s an Uchiha, but where does such an exaggerated amount of chakra come from?" Tobirama''s brows furrowed as he pondered.


    An excellent sensory ninja, he was highly sensitive to a person''s chakra amount and chakra intensity.


    This brat''s chakra wasn''t particularly abundant, yet after releasing two large-scale ninjutsu in succession, he remained unruffled and still had energy to spare.


    "Katon: H¨­senka no Jutsu!"


    Kamihane launched an offensive, firing a barrage of flames that vaguely enveloped everyone.


    Senju ninjas each employed their means, some releasing Water Release techniques, others dodging swiftly. However, the flames, like touch-sensitive seeds of morning glories, scattered in all directions.


    Moreover, under Kamihane''s control, the flames seemed to possess a homing function, making it not so easy to completely avoid them. Two unfortunate souls were entangled in the crimson flames, emitting agonizing screams.


    The encirclement began to falter. Taking advantage of the lingering mist, Kamihane immediately retreated towards the village entrance.


    "Ten no Chatoi" granted him a unique period of invincibility. Whenever his body sustained damage, fell into an abnormal state, consumed excessive chakra, or was at a disadvantage, he would revert his temporal status to the moment before the damage. Thus, both his health and chakra reserves would be refreshed, maintaining peak condition.


    From the moment he activated his d¨­jutsu, a 5-minute timeline commenced.


    After the reversion, as long as he wasn''t harmed again within the next second, even the 5-minute timeline would refresh. Meeting this condition would keep him invincible.


    Suddenly, a whizzing sound came from behind. Kamihane, as if foreseeing it, tilted his head, and a fast-flying kunai grazed his right cheek.


    Kamihane''s pupils slightly contracted. His powerful dynamic vision allowed him to catch the Flying Thunder God mark etched on the base of the kunai.


    In the next instant, Tobirama''s figure appeared abruptly beside him, gripping a kunai in reverse, and without hesitation, thrust it fiercely towards Kamihane''s neck!


    "Hiraishin no Rendan!"


    At that instant, Kamihane''s lips curved slightly, and from an eerie angle, his hand lashed out, "snap," catching Tobirama''s wrist firmly.


    "I''ve been waiting for you, Tobirama-sama!"


    Tobirama was inwardly astonished. Kamihane''s reaction was alarmingly quick, able to match his speed instantly!


    His wrist felt as if gripped by iron pincers, the kunai and his arm alike were trapped as if in quicksand, unable to move an inch.


    However, Tobirama swiftly adapted. With one hand forming a seal, a massive surge of water flowed along Kamihane''s arm, swiftly enveloping his entire body into a colossal water sphere.


    "Suiton: Suirenae no Jutsu!"


    Yet it didn''t end there. He puffed his cheeks once more. "Suiton: Tensui!"


    Three fine water needles pierced through the air, akin to raindrops falling from the sky, instantly penetrating the water sphere, causing ripples.


    The water needles moved at an incredible speed, almost invisible within the sphere, subtle yet swift, targeting Kamihane''s eyes and forehead.


    Right then, Kamihane raised his right hand. Solidified chakra cloaked his entire palm, and with a swift swing, a streak of icy blue light flashed past!


    All three water needles shattered simultaneously, and the water sphere split into two halves, like a watermelon sliced by a blade, spilling across the ground.


    The blade''s gleam was unstoppable. Under Tobirama''s startled gaze, his body was torn apart, blood splattered, severed in two.


    During the initial Water Release attack, Kamihane had already activated his left eye''s "Ma¨­s¨­," beginning to adapt to Tobirama''s Water Release techniques.


    Through repeated attacks, the adaptation gradually completed, and the countermeasure derived from the analysis was the stunning appearance of this chakra blade!


    His chakra blade could not only adjust its density through output intensity but could also simulate the flow of water, penetrating everywhere while endowing it with formidable cutting capability.


    In effect, it seemed similar to an A-Rank medical ninjutsu, "Chakra Scalpel," but the difference was that Kamihane could control the length and sharpness of the chakra blade at will, truly enabling it to slice through water!


    Regardless of the water''s force or the sharpness of the water needles, the blade''s light would sever them all, rendering them ineffective.


    It was worth noting that his immunity effect was confined to Tobirama''s Water Release techniques, but the countermeasure learned through adaptation was a permanently ingrained skill!


    This was his left eye Mangeky¨­''s d¨­jutsu, "Makora"


    Tobirama''s body crashed to the ground, "poof," turning into a puff of white smoke.


    "Shadow Clone?" Kamihane''s brow furrowed slightly.


    Not far off, Tobirama stared warily at the youth within the mist. Thankfully, he had used a shadow clone to test the waters, or he would have really been in trouble!


    "He broke through the water prison from within! Moreover, my Water Release''s effectiveness weakened each time. Could this be the ability of his left eye?" As he analyzed, his brows knitted together.


    From the initial three tomoe to the Shunshin no Jutsu, and now this troublesome Mangeky¨­ d¨­jutsu...


    The more they fought, the more alarmed he became, firmly resolving not to let this brat leave alive!


    Though only several minutes had passed in combat, the successive large-scale ninjutsu releases had already caused quite a stir, and more and more ninjas were arriving at the scene.


    Kamihane slightly lowered his head, avoiding an attack, while simultaneously forming a knife hand. The radiant blue chakra blade sliced through the air with no resistance, plunging into the opponent''s abdomen!


    "Slash," blood sprayed, the scene was brutally graphic.


    The horrifying power even made Kamihane, the wielder, inwardly nervous, and he couldn''t help but glance at the chakra blade in his hand.


    Solid chakra emanated from his palm, forming a stable and sturdy light blade. The chakra inside surged like water at a speed invisible to the naked eye, quietly forming a closed circuit.


    "Learned something good, since it was acquired here, I''ll call it..." Kamihane''s lips curved upward. "''Tsuyu no Akitsu''!"


    "However..." He looked at the growing number of ninjas, "Time is running out, must break through at full strength!"


    Meanwhile, Tobirama had completed a preliminary analysis of Kamihane''s abilities.


    "My proficiency in Water Release Ninjutsu being ineffective does not imply that other ninjutsu will also be ineffective. At the same moment, he should only be able to immunize against one attribute, so..."


    His expression was cold and stern, his deep voice echoing throughout the entire area!


    "Everyone, do not engage him in close combat, attack him simultaneously with long-range ninjutsu!"


    The ninjas accepted the order and quickly distanced themselves. In an instant, Kamihane''s pupils reflected countless hand seals.


    "Lightning Release: Earth Flow!"


    "Earth Release: Earth Dragon Bullet!"


    "Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!"


    "Wind Release: Vacuum Great Sphere!"


    ¡­


    For a moment, wind, fire, thunder, and lightning raged across the sky, and countless ninjutsu poured down like rain. Kamihane''s eyes were also illuminated by the light.


    "Only one minute left, I can''t waste time with them like this!"


    His gaze remained calm, "There''s no other way, then it can only be..."


    "The Third Power, Susanoo!"


    A thick plume of black aura projected from his body, as if black flames had ignited, accompanied by a fierce gale. In an instant, a jet-black skeleton took form, exuding a heavy and solid presence with an obsidian-like texture!


    Two enormous skeletal hands extended from the black aura, and with just a slight wave, they deflected the majority of the ninjutsu! Then, an deafening and mighty roar erupted, its sonic wave generating a shockwave that dissolved all the ninjutsu completely.


    Everyone''s eyes widened, all of them shocked by the scene before them. Some even froze in place, their hearts pounding intensely.


    The colossal black skeleton enveloped Kamihane completely, like an undead specter emerging from the abyss! Although only its upper body was visible, it still exuded an overwhelmingly domineering aura, as if it could annihilate everything with a mere movement.


    "Those who stand in my way, die!"


    Kamihane uttered these icy words, blood slowly trickling down his delicate face.


    The black aura churned like war banners, and in this moment, he resembled an invincible battle god clad in dark armor, standing tall and unyielding!

 Chapter 6: The Moon at its Fullest

    At the entrance of Konoha Village.


    Kamihane was immersed in black mist, with two Mangeky¨­ Sharingan eyes emitting an eerie red light.


    With a simple thought, Susanoo''s massive hand swung forth, grabbing a ninja who had no time to retreat.


    "Die!"


    The bony hand, as massive and powerful as a machine, clenched slightly, and blood mist burst from between its fingers with a "puff," leaving only bone fragments and minced flesh falling like rain.


    "Dammit!"


    "Kill him!"


    "That evil Uchiha brat! Die!"


    The crowd was furious, and the second wave of ninjutsu attacks came pouring in, mixed with countless explosive tags and kunai.


    "Boom! Boom! Boom¡ª"


    Kamihane ignored the overwhelming barrage of attacks, stepping back one step at a time. Susanoo followed him, moving outward. The giant skeleton, as if cast from divine iron, remained immovable even under the relentless bombardment.


    When the smoke cleared, the black skeleton was completely unscathed, not even a hint of its black aura diminished, let alone Kamihane inside.


    In contrast, the attacks from the Konoha ninjas seemed feeble, like a gentle drizzle, unable to stir even a ripple.


    Kamihane controlled Susanoo to throw a punch, and with a "boom," the gate of Konoha Village instantly disintegrated, shattered wood and stones scattering everywhere.


    "Try this!" He formed hand seals within Susanoo, "Fire Release: Great Fireball Twin Style!"


    The black skeleton opened its bony hands, and scorching air rose, as two massive fireballs formed in its palms, engulfing the entire area in high heat!


    Susanoo wielded the fireballs as weapons, swinging and pressing them forward. Crimson flames filled the sky, and screams from the crowd merged into one. No one could withstand such an attack.


    Tobirama attempted to extinguish the flames with his Grand Waterfall Technique, but his water release disintegrated before it even reached Susanoo, leaving only splashing droplets¡ªas if it had encountered something "inviolable."


    "Completely immune to my water release, huh?" He spat, "What a troublesome ability!"


    With Susanoo, Kamihane overpowered everyone and quickly broke out of Konoha Village, but the ninjas behind him continued to chase relentlessly.


    Gritting his teeth, Kamihane''s bloodshot eyes flashed with ruthlessness. The giant skeleton twisted its body, building momentum like a crazed ape, and hurled the fireballs in its hands!


    "Whoosh! Whoosh!"


    The two fireballs, one after the other, trailed scorching paths as they shot straight toward Konoha Village!


    Enhanced by Susanoo''s immense strength, no one could stop the fireballs'' impact. The ground was plowed open, forming two straight, long lines!


    "Cunning brat!" Tobirama, enraged, clasped his hands, ready to form the Earth Release hand seal.


    At that moment, a deep, powerful voice resonated from within the village.


    "Summoning Technique: Quintuple Rash¨­mon!"


    "Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud!"


    Five massive gates of different colors burst forth from the ground one after another. The gates were carved with vivid demon faces, symbolizing death and hell, stirring up a cloud of dust.


    The fireballs slammed into the first gate, the impact and flames spreading in all directions, followed by the second fireball!


    "Boom! Crash!"


    The Rash¨­mon gates shattered and collapsed. After smashing through the fourth gate, the fireballs finally lost their momentum, dissipating slowly in the air.


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    Amid the rising white smoke, a tall, white-clad figure descended from the sky, landing with a thunderous crash in front of Konoha Village, exuding an aura of majesty and authority!


    "Hokage-sama!"


    "Lord Hashirama!"


    "Clan leader, you''ve finally arrived!"


    Cheers erupted from the crowd. At the sight of this figure, everyone felt a sense of relief.


    Even Tobirama was no exception, "Brother, you''re here."


    "Yes."


    Hashirama nodded, his gaze sharpening as he looked at Kamihane within Susanoo. "This farce must end."


    Kamihane let out a light chuckle, "Lord Hashirama, aren''t you even going to ask who I am?"


    "All I know is that you are a destroyer!" Hashirama said coldly, "I will never forgive anyone who opposes the village!"


    "I wasn''t the one who started the killing... tch." Kamihane''s words were cut short as Hashirama began forming hand seals.


    "Wood Release: Wood Dragon Technique!"


    The earth cracked, and a massive wooden dragon coiled forth, its size no less imposing than Kamihane''s initial form of Susanoo.


    The ground shook violently as the wooden dragon''s massive maw lunged toward Kamihane. Surprisingly, Kamihane shook his head and smiled, voluntarily dispelling Susanoo.


    The skeletal half-body dissipated into black mist, and he closed his eyes, seemingly resigned to his fate, waiting for death.


    At that very moment, an even thicker blue arm emerged from the side, grabbing the wooden dragon''s neck and preventing it from advancing, no matter how it writhed.


    The wind howled as another massive hand gently grasped Kamihane''s body, pulling him back to stand behind someone.


    Hashirama stared blankly at the figure, silently lowering his hands, and the wooden dragon ceased its struggle, crashing to the ground.


    The blue skeleton vanished bit by bit, revealing a man with arms crossed, black hair fluttering in the wind, standing tall amidst the chaos.


    Uchiha Madara!


    Seeing Madara''s timely rescue, Kamihane finally let out a quiet sigh of relief, seizing the moment to activate the power of his right eye, silently restoring himself to his peak condition.


    At this point, only 15 seconds remained before the timeline limit. Beyond this, he could only revert to his injured state.


    However, he had been cautious, limiting the restoration to his physical condition alone¡ªnot including his clothing or chakra reserves¡ªso he still appeared battered, as if he had just emerged from a fierce battle.


    In reality, however, he was fully energized and unharmed.


    After all, with Madara present, he needed to maintain the facade.


    As Madara and Hashirama began to confront each other, Kamihane quickly deactivated his Sharingan, his eyes turning pitch black.


    Activating Susanoo had drained his ocular power at an alarming rate, causing his entire body''s cells to ache faintly. No wonder Sasuke from the original timeline had gone blind after using it for a short time.


    Fortunately, "Ama no Tokotachi" allowed him to avoid this issue to the greatest extent, but it also meant that he couldn''t engage in prolonged battles. The fight had to be concluded within five minutes, or else he wouldn''t be able to emerge unscathed!


    "Madara, what exactly are you trying to do?" Hashirama asked solemnly.


    Clearly, he had linked Kamihane''s actions directly to Madara.


    "I''m here to retrieve my disciple," Madara said, flicking his sleeve as he shielded Kamihane behind him.


    "What? He''s your disciple?" Hashirama frowned, his gaze shifting to Kamihane. With a displeased expression, he said, "Do you have any idea how many of our comrades he just killed?"


    "Your comrades? If they''re dead, then they''re dead," Madara said with a look of disdain.


    Hashirama took a step forward, his expression both conflicted and pained. "Madara, what exactly are you trying to achieve? I already agreed to let you take the position of the Second Hokage..." He paused, not wanting to appear weak in front of everyone, especially with his sharp-eyed younger brother behind him.


    "Come back," he finally managed to say after a long pause.


    Madara maintained his cold arrogance. "I''ve already told you before, I''ve begun to doubt your path. I left Konoha to verify whether your way is correct. Must I repeat myself?"


    "Madara, sigh, you''re still the same as always, impossible to persuade..." Hashirama sighed helplessly. "At the very least, leave the child here."


    Madara lifted his chin. "Out of the question. Kamihane is my clansman, my only acknowledged successor, and also my... true friend. Let go of your delusions!"


    "He''s killed many people!" Hashirama''s gaze turned sharp. "Your clansmen are all in Konoha. Why are you defending a murderer?"


    "Hahaha, a murderer? How laughable that those words would come from your mouth!" Madara laughed heartily. "Am I not a murderer? You, and Tobirama behind you¡ªaren''t you both murderers?"


    "The fools in the village no longer deserve the Uchiha name. I refuse to acknowledge such ignorant clansmen!" Madara glared coldly at the heavily injured Uchiha clansmen behind Hashirama.


    "Madara, stop being unreasonable. You know I won''t let that child go!"


    "You''ve already taken my closest friend from me. Now you want to take another?" Madara''s face twisted slightly.


    Hashirama froze, his killing intent faltering. "What?"


    "I''m taking him with me today. Anyone who dares to stop me can try," Madara said, turning and walking away with Kamihane in tow.


    Hashirama remained rooted in place, Madara''s words echoing in his mind.


    The crowd exchanged uneasy glances. With the Hokage not making a move, the lesser ninjas dared not speak up.


    Tobirama stepped to Hashirama''s side, looking anxious. "Brother!"


    Hashirama ignored him, calling out into the distance, "Madara! Can you still not let go of Izuna?"


    Madara paused, a sorrowful smile on his face. "Hashirama, the closest friend I spoke of... is you."


    The cool night breeze scattered the smoke, but Hashirama''s heart remained unsettled for a long time.


    "Brother..." Uchiha Kagami lay weakly on the ground, his small face dirty with tears. He watched his brother''s back as it grew farther away, his young face filled with bitterness.


    Tobirama happened to glance at Kagami and was startled to find that the boy''s eyes had turned a blood-red color, with two tomoe clearly visible.


    At that moment, the moon was at its fullest.