Naruto: We Uchiha only want to make money.

Chapter 102 Excessive Division, Overdrawing Life Potential, Return to Camp, Danzo's Framing!

The injuries on Shen Yue's body were healing rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye.

At the point of penetration, flesh and blood wriggle and regenerate as if they were alive.

The pain quickly subsided as the new, tender red skin was applied.

Eventually, even the bruises and cracks gradually faded away.

"The vitality of Hashirama cells is indeed powerful!" Shingetsu looked down at his wounds healing rapidly and couldn't help but marvel at the terrifying vitality of Hashirama cells.

If it weren't for Hashirama's cells, he would have really died at the hands of the Fourth Raikage.

Of course, he wouldn't have made this plan if it weren't for the Hashira cells.

Shen Yue carefully observed the changes within his body, and suddenly his expression changed, becoming somewhat grim.

"Something's not right, this isn't without its side effects!"

Shen Yue was startled.

He sensed it keenly.

Each of these rapid regenerations is accompanied by a slight depletion of some vital life force deep within the body.

That's not a reduction in chakra, but something more fundamental, belonging to the potential of life, the origin of life.

Although the consumption is extremely minor, it does exist.

"I understand, that's the life force being consumed!"

"No wonder Hashirama Senju died young back then; it must have been related to this kind of drain on his resources!"

"From the outside, it still appears full of vitality, but in reality, its life force is being rapidly depleted!"

At that moment, he finally understood.

Why did a powerful figure like the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, die young in his prime?

It's probably not just because of the battles and the exhaustion; the deeper reason is precisely this overwhelming vitality itself.

It is not infinite.

Overdrawing one's potential and excessively stimulating cell division and regeneration will eventually push life to its limits.

The First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, must have died from overexertion of his physical potential and excessive cell division.

Otherwise, it's impossible to explain how he died so young.

"It seems that the restorative power brought by Hashirama cells cannot be abused. We need to find a more efficient and fundamental way to enhance it." Shingetsu thought to himself, secretly wary, to avoid dying young.

After recovering from his injuries, he sat cross-legged, swallowed a few soldier pills, and silently regulated his breathing to restore his chakra and stamina.

Just then, the sound of light footsteps approached.

"Kamizuki-kun, your recovery speed is really fast!"

"To be able to fight the Fourth Raikage head-on to this extent, even making him think you had perished, and then escape unscathed. In Konoha today, there are probably very few people who could do that. Kamui-kun's strength is truly admirable."

A deep, husky voice came from the nearby woods as Orochimaru, disguised as a Cloud Village ninja, emerged.

His appearance and attire were no different from those of an ordinary Cloud Village ninja, and he even imitated the chakra aura perfectly.

He saw that although Shen Yue's clothes were tattered and her body was covered in blood, her breathing was steady and her injuries had recovered by more than half. However, she seemed to have consumed a lot of chakra, which surprised him.

He had witnessed the power of the Fourth Raikage's "Hell Thrust: Four-Handed Dagger" firsthand; it was absolutely fatal.

But Shenyue not only escaped from the rapids, but also recovered to this extent in such a short time.

This goes beyond the scope of conventional medical ninjutsu or physical constitution.

"As expected, there are secrets about him that I don't know about." Orochimaru's golden vertical pupils flickered slightly.

However, he did not ask any questions.

After all, everyone in the ninja world has their secrets.

"Hmph, he's strong and incredibly fast, but if our next plan succeeds, his speed will only be second in the ninja world!" Shen Yue ignored Orochimaru's praise.

He slowly stood up, stretched his right shoulder which had just healed and was still a little stiff, looked at Orochimaru with his Sharingan, and cut straight to the point: "How's the plan going?"

Orochimaru nodded, his hoarse voice lowered: "Very smoothly!"

"Furthermore, I also managed to steal some internal intelligence about the Cloud Village's movements. Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, and Yugito, the Two-Tails Jinchuriki, have indeed received orders and are on their way to the front lines. They are expected to arrive near the main battlefield by tomorrow evening at the latest. The Cloud Village is getting serious."

As they spoke, Orochimaru took out a sealed scroll from his robes and handed it to Shingetsu: "This is a forged rubbing of the original of Danzo's secret communications with Kumogakure, made according to your request. It has a forged Root organization mark and Danzo's handwriting, and the contents are details about this cooperation to eliminate you and the subsequent transactions. It is sufficient as irrefutable evidence."

"very good!"

Shen Yue took the scroll, checked it carefully, and after confirming that everything was correct, carefully put it into the innermost ninja tool pouch.

He looked at Orochimaru: "You can continue to remain hidden within the Cloud Village's ranks and act according to circumstances. Keep an eye on Samui's situation and provide cover if necessary. Also, keep track of the exact movements and locations of the Eight-Tails and Two-Tails Jinchuriki."

"Heh heh, I understand. I'd also like to observe the power of a perfect Jinchuriki up close." Orochimaru licked his lips, his figure slowly retreating and disappearing back into the shadows of the forest, as if he had never been there.

"You already plotted against one of the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki!" Shingetsu muttered to himself, but did not say it aloud.

He closed his eyes to rest for a while, then, without further delay, he determined the direction, spread out his body, and sped off towards the Konoha border camp.

He had to get back to stabilize the situation before Danzo could use the news of his death to cause more trouble, and also give Danzo a good beating.

……

Inside the camp.

The atmosphere was oppressive.

Kakashi, Hiashi Hyuga, and the others have returned, but their faces show no joy, only coldness and gloom.

Danzo Shimura quickly received the news and immediately summoned them.

Inside the tent, Danzo sat in the main seat, his single eye sweeping over the six slightly tired people covered in dust. He was overjoyed when he didn't see Shingetsu.

"Uchiha Shingetsu was killed by the Fourth Raikage?" Danzo's eyes lit up, and he almost burst out laughing.

"It's a pity I didn't manage to get my hands on his Sharingan!"

Danzo was happy, but also somewhat regretful.

I'm happy to say that...

That damned Uchiha brat was finally killed by the Fourth Raikage, and a major thorn in my side was removed.

Unfortunately, I was unable to personally mold him and steal his Sharingan.

He deliberately paused for a moment before speaking slowly and with concern, "Kakashi, Hiashi, you did a great job. You successfully destroyed the Cloud Village's supply point, dealt a blow to the enemy's morale, and rendered a service to Konoha. However..."

He abruptly changed the subject, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, deliberately emphasizing his words: "Where is Captain Shenyue? Why didn't he come back with you? Did he, as the captain, desert his post and abandon you all to survive alone?"

These words are tantamount to killing someone by attacking their spirit.

Danzo wanted to completely nail Shingetsu to the pillar of shame.

However, he underestimated the prestige that Shingetsu had built up during this brief mission.