Might is Right

On the frontal battlefield, after Cloud Village's defeat, Konoha's ninja troops didn't evacuate. Instead, they fortified their position, preparing for any counterattack. Reinforcements soon joined the front-line troops, resulting in over 600 Konoha shinobi stationed in the Land of Frost. This formidable force was ready to suppress any counter-offensive from Cloud Village.

The Konoha shinobi, bolstered by their recent victory, felt confident. Their morale was high, not just because Jiraiya, one of the legendary Sannin, was with them, but also because of the presence of the invincible Kazuya.

Kazuya's reputation had skyrocketed after he single-handedly defeated the Cloud Village Jinchūriki. Among the Konoha shinobi, he was now regarded as a god-like figure. Wherever he went, fellow shinobi greeted him with excitement or awe. Even some of the kunoichi couldn't hide their admiration, eagerly seeking his attention.

"Strength and power truly come with a halo," Kazuya thought, reflecting on his newfound status.

Standing in the Land of Frost, he gazed towards Cloud Village, his mind drifting to scenes of future conflicts. He envisioned the upcoming ninja war, where titans like Uchiha Madara with his Perfect Susanoo, Senju Hashirama with his Wood Style, the blackened Obito, Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan Sasuke, Sage Mode Naruto, the Ten Tails, and other Six Paths-level powers would clash.

"What a fascinating future," Kazuya mused. He could almost see the epic battles—Perfect Susanoo versus True Several Thousand Hands, Six Paths Naruto and Sasuke versus Six Paths Madara, the machinations of Black Zetsu, and the emergence of Ōtsutsuki Kaguya. The anticipation of these grand events excited him.

In the next ten days, Konoha continued to reinforce their position, quelling any thoughts Cloud Village had of a counterattack. Both sides remained cautious, keeping the scale of their engagements limited. After several intense rounds of negotiations, Konoha and Cloud Village reached an agreement: Cloud Village would compensate Konoha, who in turn would withdraw their troops, leading to a tenuous peace.

However, this agreement did little to soothe the enraged Fourth Raikage, who furiously smashed his office in frustration. The loss of life within the Hyuga clan was another unresolved issue. With their frontline collapsed and Jinchūriki seriously injured, Cloud Village had no leverage to press their demands.

Konoha emerged victorious, largely due to Kazuya's unparalleled combat prowess. Rumors of his exploits spread throughout the village, elevating his reputation to new heights. The last time Kazuya gained such attention was when he repelled the Fourth Raikage and crippled Orochimaru. Now, many more had witnessed his feat of defeating two Jinchūriki and decimating Cloud Village's forces.

Kazuya's name became the talk of the village, and even the higher-ups took notice. Clan leaders began considering ways to ally themselves with him.

Meanwhile, in the Uchiha clan compound, Fugaku Uchiha knelt on a tatami mat, his body wrapped in bandages, resembling a mummy. The damage inflicted by the two Wood Golems had been severe, and only luck had saved his life.

"Nohara Kazuya..." Fugaku pondered, addressing his son. "Itachi, this is an opportunity I've secured for you. You must find a way to stay close to Kazuya-sama, even becoming his personal servant if necessary. This is crucial for both you and the Uchiha clan. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Father," Itachi replied solemnly.

Anbu Kazuya's legend had already reached Itachi. Kazuya was known to be even more exceptional than Shisui. His strength was formidable, but what set him apart was his fiery heart and dedication.

Seeing Itachi's serious expression, Fugaku felt reassured. As the Uchiha patriarch, he understood the delicate balance between the clan and Konoha's leadership. Since the era of the Second Hokage, the Uchiha clan had faced suspicion and defensiveness from Konoha's senior figures. This tension escalated after the Nine Tails' attack, where the fox's eyes were revealed to be Sharingan, further straining relations.

Fugaku had placed his hopes on Kazuya Nohara, recognizing the recent rumors about Kazuya's training under Tsunade as a significant signal. Apprenticeship in the Hokage circle was a serious matter, shaping future leaders. Second Hokage's apprentices included the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen and key figures like Danzo. The Third Hokage's direct disciples, the Sannin, nearly became the Fourth Hokage. Jiraiya's disciple, Minato Namikaze, was the Third Hokage's grandson.

During the Third Great Ninja War, relations between the Uchiha and the village improved, with Minato taking Kakashi, Obito, and Rin as his students. This was a move to nurture future Hokage candidates. Unfortunately, Obito's presumed death and the Nine Tails' attack, where the fox's eyes were Sharingan, shattered this progress.

Fugaku's frustration was palpable. The identity of the person who controlled the Nine Tails with Sharingan was a mystery, but Fugaku was determined to uncover it and seek vengeance.

In the coming days, the Konoha-Cloud Village peace agreement was finalized. With Killer Bee and the Two Tails Jinchūriki still recovering, this truce seemed genuine.

Kazuya appreciated Cloud Village's tenacity compared to the timid Kazekage Rasa. This conflict had allowed him to gain valuable experience.

Kazuya's personal stats had significantly improved:

- **Host:** Kazuya

- **Age:** 21

- **Level:** Super Kage-level

- **Chakra:** Iv5 (180,082/1,000,000)

- **Pupil Power:** Iv3 (4,700/5,000)

- **Sage Energy:** Iv3 (3,900/5,000)

- **Tailed Beast Power:** Iv4 (17,000/100,000)

- **Ninjutsu:** Kirin (Perfect Edition), Great Fireball Technique Iv5, Dragon Fire Technique Iv5, Phoenix Flower Jutsu Iv5, Wind Cutter Technique Iv5, Vacuum...

- **Taijutsu:** Konoha Fluid Technique Iv5, Leaf Hurricane Iv5...

- **Genjutsu:** Naraku See Technique Iv3, Three Heavenly Sakura Iv2, and more.

- **Bloodline Limits:** Sharingan, Byakugan, Wood Style

- **Special Skills:** Flying Thunder God Technique Iv3, Three Body Technique Iv5, Body Flicker Technique Iv5

With 180,000 chakra and mastery of multiple chakra natures, Kazuya's strength had reached an incredible level.

"Now, even if I face Six Paths Pain, it's hard to say who will win," Kazuya thought confidently. His vast knowledge and omniscient intelligence gave him an edge in battles. He knew the intricacies of Six Paths Pain better than Nagato himself, ensuring he wouldn't be caught off guard like Jiraiya.

Kazuya's abilities and intelligence made him a formidable force, ready to face any challenge.