Naruto: Uchiha Rejects Konoha

It's undeniable—the major powers' use of Tailed Beasts as weapons isn't without reason. Forget the Nine-Tails; any Tailed Beast, if wielded effectively, is a force of destruction. Yagami would definitely like to have a Tailed Beast in his control if possible.

Once Uchiha has separated from Konoha, possessing four Mangekyō users and a Tailed Beast, even Konoha would approach them cautiously if they were unwilling to part peacefully.

This wouldn't just be for Konoha's sake but also for the other villages.

No matter how powerful Mangekyō is, its deterrent effect is limited to those who understand its capabilities. But a Tailed Beast—now that's universally feared.

The destructive power of a Tailed Beast is acknowledged by all five great nations. Its significance isn't just in its strength but also in the psychological impact it holds over others.

After all, compared to Tailed Beasts, the Mangekyō is still unfamiliar to most of the shinobi villages.

"Shisui, has there been any security request from Kirigakure?"

Yagami mused. He decided that before considering a Tailed Beast, he needed to understand how Obito had managed to control Yagura. Without that knowledge, wielding a Tailed Beast would only remain a distant thought. After all, most Tailed Beasts were sealed within Jinchūriki, and finding an unsealed one was nearly impossible.

If the reason behind it remains unclear, then the only option is to approach Obito directly. With his Mangekyō, it's inconceivable that Obito could control the Fourth Mizukage while he himself couldn't.

Now that Konoha's stance toward Uchiha had cooled, it was time to address longer-term concerns.

After all, Obito—a twisted individual—also had the intent of destroying the Uchiha.

While many among the Uchiha had psychological struggles, Obito's were the most severe.

Loving a woman and seeking revenge over her death is one thing, but if you want revenge, then go to Kirigakure!

Yet, his first act upon gaining power was to kill his sensei's family, turn against Konoha, and ultimately target his own clan.

If you'd call him ruthless, then why the exception for Kakashi? He hasn't even rushed to retrieve his own Sharingan from him.

"The Daimyo of the Land of Water once applied, but given Kirigakure's current situation, we declined. Are you asking because you're planning to go to Kirigakure?" 

Shisui asked, a bit puzzled. Kirigakure's situation was extremely secretive, and given its distance overseas, all that was known in the shinobi world was its reputation as the Village of the Bloody Mist.

"I'm going to take a look…

It's been a while, and after observing the village for so long, you must realize how naive your initial thoughts were, right? It's clear that the Uchiha will be leaving Konoha, but if we want to secure a stable future, we need to prepare ourselves, including understanding the stance of the other four villages and identifying a place where the clan can settle."

When a shinobi clan leaves a village, it's not as simple as just taking people away. Although it may seem trivial, securing the recognition of the outside world is essential. Otherwise, if you declare independence from Konoha, others could still claim you're a part of Konoha.

Sharingan is coveted by many, and if others claim they're acting on behalf of Konoha to attack you, they have a legitimate excuse.

While such attacks can be managed covertly, having a valid excuse for overt aggression would allow them to bring the full might of their village against your clan.

Just like the Uzumaki clan in the past—Konoha stood by indifferently as the other four shinobi villages attacked simultaneously, leaving only a few remnants alive today.

Mangekyō Sharingan's power is indeed formidable, but it cannot withstand such overwhelming pressure. Even if Susanoo can protect its users, what about the rest of the Uchiha?

Moreover, the Mangekyō Sharingan has its side effects. Repeated use leads to blindness. Without that power to protect them, where would the Uchiha go?

The Uchiha currently have four pairs of Mangekyō, yet none are Eternal Mangekyō, which greatly limits the clan's confidence in their actions.

"I understand. When you're away, I'll protect the clan."

Shisui took a deep breath and responded. He understood Yagami's concerns; the village's leadership's treatment of their clan was a growing disappointment.

"It's good that you understand. Call Uchiha Osamu and the others; I'll wait for them outside the village. No need to be discreet."

With Itachi stationed at the Daimyo's residence, it didn't matter if Yagami stayed in Konoha or not. Leaving Shisui as the guard was sufficient, especially since Fugaku, the clan leader, also wielded the Mangekyō, though he had never revealed it.

As long as the Third Hokage didn't intend to provoke the Uchiha, there was little need to worry about Danzo causing trouble right now.

Shisui's presence was simply a precaution against Danzo's scheming. Yagami doubted that the old man would give up his obsession with the Uchiha; surely, he was plotting something during this lull.

He understood Root's nature and never truly expected Itachi's actions to restrain it completely, but dissolving Root on the surface had its advantages. At the very least, Danzo couldn't deploy Root members openly, which gave him leverage against the Third Hokage.

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"Uchiha Yagami left the village? When did this happen?"

In the Hokage building, the Third Hokage frowned upon hearing the news. Any satisfaction he'd felt after signing a skewed treaty with Kumogakure quickly faded.

He still hadn't resolved the issues between the village shinobi and the Hokage faction. Yagami leaving the village at this time wasn't good news—who knew if he'd stir up more trouble?

"Not long ago, accompanied by Uchiha Osamu and Uchiha Raimon. Their stated purpose was to undertake a mission, but there's no mission registered with the village."

Three Uchiha Jōnin leaving the village was no small matter. Yagami, a Mangekyō user, was practically as strong as a wartime assault unit on his own.

"Forget it. If they want to leave the village, let them go."

It was no secret that Uchiha had set up their own security company, and they hadn't taken any village-sanctioned missions for some time. They primarily accepted commissions through this private company.

With Konoha facing numerous internal issues, Yagami's absence could mean a quieter Uchiha, which would allow him to resolve these problems at his own pace.

Among other matters, the shinobi faction was already urgent. Without their support, even sitting in the Hokage's office would be difficult.

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"Is that Uchiha kid leaving the village?"

In Root's secret base, Danzo's eyes narrowed sharply upon receiving the report.

"Yes, Lord Danzo. Shisui is temporarily acting as captain of the Police Force. There's been no other change within the Uchiha clan."

So Shisui remained in the village. And Itachi was still over in the Daimyo's residence…

After a moment of thought, Danzo's expression turned sour. This troublesome Uchiha had quietly put so many safeguards in place that moving against him was near impossible! unwillingly, he suppressed the frustration churning within him.

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