chsdbacks Chapter 48 These scumbags deserve to die
Chapter 48 These scumbags deserve to die
The clan crest on the wall of the Uchiha clan shrine appeared particularly solemn in the dim light.
Uchiha Mitsunori's fingers rubbed against the kunai at his waist.
His voice was deliberately lowered, but it couldn't hide the sharpness in it: "Eighth Elder, I've found something interesting."
The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha slowly put down the scroll in his hand, the parchment rubbing against the wooden tabletop with a rustling sound.
His fingers tapped lightly on the edge of the reel, revealing his inner turmoil.
Uchiha Mitsunori pushed a document onto the table: "Hiruzen Sarutobi's so-called 'installment payment' is nothing but a trap. They've already emptied the village's treasury, just waiting for Fugaku to take over as clan head so they can take the blame."
Uchiha Hachiho's fingers trembled slightly when they touched the document.
When he saw the numbers, a total of 3823 ninjas had died, 598 were seriously injured, and there was a shortfall of 176.8 billion ryo in compensation funds.
The teacup shattered in his hand, scalding tea splashing onto the table: "These... parasites! How dare they take the hard-earned money of their fallen comrades..."
Uchiha Mitsumine's three-tomoe Sharingan gleamed crimson in the shadows: "Since they've already made their move, we should retaliate. I suggest we eradicate Konoha's Root and Shimura Danzo, exposing their darkness to the world and clearing the way for Fugaku to become Hokage."
The veins on Uchiha Yatsuho's neck bulged, and the anger in his eyes almost materialized: "Mitsumine, what's your plan?"
Uchiha Mitsunori's eyes were icy, and his voice was terrifyingly calm: "Many of the Root members are war orphans. Their parents died fighting for Konoha, and as a result, their children not only didn't receive compensation, but were also forcibly enrolled in Root when they were 5 or 6 years old. According to the intelligence I've gathered, since Hiruzen Sarutobi became Hokage, a total of 1432 children have been sent to Root. But there are only about 100 Root members left. In other words, Root's casualty rate is over 90%."
Uchiha Ryuka suddenly slammed his fist into a pillar, angrily shouting, "These scumbags deserve to die!"
Uchiha Mitsunori paused deliberately, observing everyone's reactions, and said, "I also discovered that Root is secretly researching Hashirama cells. Shimura Danzo's right arm not only had Hashirama cells transplanted into it, but he also had several three-tomoe Sharingan eyes transplanted into it. His right eye, which was covered in bandages, also had a three-tomoe Sharingan transplanted into it."
The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha slammed his hand on the table and stood up abruptly, causing the tea set on the table to rattle loudly.
His Sharingan activated uncontrollably, the three tomoe spinning wildly: "Damn it! They even dare to assassinate members of our Uchiha clan! What wouldn't they dare to do! Shimura Danzo must die!"
Uchiha Sosuke's voice was filled with confusion: "Wait, after outsiders transplant our Uchiha Sharingan, not only can they not shut it down, but it also continuously consumes chakra; why did Shimura Danzo transplant so many Sharingan?"
Uchiha Mitsunori sighed softly, "Because he learned our Uchiha's forbidden technique, Izanagi! Furthermore, Hashirama's cells produce a massive amount of chakra and have an extremely strong phagocytic ability, so the only way to suppress it is by transplanting the Three-Tomoe Sharingan!"
The Eighth Hokage paced back and forth inside the shrine, his footsteps echoing clearly in the silent space. His right hand was already on his ninja tool pouch, a habitual gesture he made when preparing to act.
"Damn it, damn it, Shimura Danzo must die! Mitsumine, tell me quickly how to deal with Shimura Danzo and Root!"
Uchiha Mitsunori tapped his fingers lightly on the table, the rhythm so steady it was as if he were calculating something.
"We can promise Fugaku that once he becomes the Fourth Hokage, he will give the Hyuga clan a position as Konoha's advisor, allowing them to cooperate with us in the annihilation of Root. After all, their Byakugan can see through things. Also, some members of Root can now use Wood Release, so I also need to contact the Senju clan. Although they don't have many members, they have considerable influence, so I'll get them involved as well."
Uchiha Ryuka suddenly interjected, "The Root has even managed to use Wood Release. How's their strength?"
Uchiha Mitsunori smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, that person is only 9 years old now, with Jonin strength. His actual combat power is slightly weaker than Hatake Kakashi's."
Uchiha Ryuka's shoulders visibly relaxed a bit: "That's alright."
The Eighth Hokage walked back to his seat and slowly sat down.
His eyes narrowed slightly, his voice carrying an undeniable determination: "Sanfeng, when are you going to begin your operation?"
Uchiha Mitsunori stood up, placed his hands on the table, and said solemnly, "I will contact the Hyuga and Senju clans in a moment. I need Yusuke to make leaflets with information on Root and Danzo Shimura's crimes."
Uchiha Sosuke suddenly protested, "I won't do menial tasks. I want to attack the Root base."
With a single glance from the Eighth Hokage, Yusuke immediately deflated like a punctured balloon.
"I understand... I'll go print the flyers..."
Seeing Uchiha Sosuke's expression, Uchiha Mitsume said with a smile, "Tonight we will capture Shimura Danzo. Let Ryuho lead the team, in coordination with the Hyuga and Senju, to attack the Root base in the Forest of Death. After we succeed, we will send out a distress signal. I want the people of Konoha to enter the Root base and witness what Root has done."
Upon hearing this, Uchiha Hachimoku suddenly stood up.
He looked at everyone with unwavering eyes, his voice turning icy cold: "I have only one request... Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi personally stops you, Danzo Shimura must die."
Uchiha Mitsunori nodded solemnly: "Shimura Danzo must die, and Root must be exposed. I want to nail the names of high-ranking officials like Sarutobi Hiruzen to the pillar of shame in Konoha."
A little while later, Uchiha Mitsunori emerged from Hyuga Hiashi's house... looking quite pleased, indicating that the negotiation had been successful.
Then, he walked towards the Senju family's territory.
Senju Akagi's voice trembled: "What...say that again?"
Uchiha Mitsunori calmly stated, "There have been successful cases of live cell experiments with Hashirama cells from the Root. The patient is a 9-year-old male whose name before entering the Root was Yamato."
Akagi Senju's chakra leaked out uncontrollably, causing the table to tremble: "That's... my nephew... who disappeared in the village three years ago... I never expected him to join Root."
Uchiha Mitsunaga remained silent at the opportune moment, giving him time to process the information.
"Conditions?" Senju Akagi finally spoke, his voice hoarse.
"Tonight, the Senju clan will also send people to assist us and the Hyuga clan in attacking the Root base. After it's done, this child will be returned to the Senju clan. Of course, I hope the Senju clan will support our clan head Fugaku in becoming the Fourth Hokage."
Senju Akagi's shoulders trembled slightly before he calmed down after a long while: "Tonight, forty Senju clansmen will cooperate with you, but I will kill Shimura Danzo myself."
"Killing Shimura Danzo won't work; you can't beat him. He not only transplanted Hashirama cells... but also several three-tomoe Sharingan eyes..."