72.Born Genius

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Hiruzen Sarutobi, having finished giving his orders, stood by the window of the office, his face filled with solemnity as he looked outside.

Suddenly, Hiruzen let out a long sigh, speaking to himself, as if asking the two behind him and questioning himself.

"Do you think this incident is really related to the Uchiha clan?"

Mito Uzumaki and Koharu Utatane exchanged a glance, conveying different opinions through their eyes.

Without turning back, Hiruzen looked into the distance with a pensive gaze.

"Although the Second Hokage implemented a policy to relocate the Uchiha clan, we also understand Kagami. That guy shouldn't sit idly by if the Uchiha clan were to do anything harmful to Konoha."

"ANBU hasn't received any information, and the attacking ninja have been captured. This should be the result of some rogue actions by certain villages!"

After a brief pause, Hiruzen's voice grew more assured as he spoke.

However, at this moment, Koharu Utatane, standing beside him, was somewhat uneasy and asked,

"Sandaime, if it is confirmed that the captured individuals were sent by another village, should we disrupt this stability?"

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen did not answer.

Silently, he took a drag of his cigarette, his eyes filled with complex emotions as he looked into the distance.

Under the dusky twilight, the figure of the middle-aged Hiruzen Sarutobi appeared somewhat hunched.

At the same time.

The gates of the Uchiha clan's territory swung open.

A middle-aged man with short hair and a serious expression stepped out of the spacious gate.

Root members hidden under various shades of trees and sentry posts became nervous, taking out their kunai and preparing for a fierce battle!

However, a beautiful figure with purple hair stopped their actions.

"Captain?" a member of Root asked in confusion.

"Step back. The mission to monitor the Uchiha clan can be canceled," Shimura Himiko said in a cold voice.

Although everyone was puzzled, they did not disobey Shimura Himiko's command and began to retreat.

Shimura Himiko also headed towards the Root headquarters. She needed to go back and inform her uncle about this news.

As the prodigy of the Shimura clan and with an uncle who controlled a vast intelligence organization, Himiko knew many things that ordinary people didn't.

Kagami Uchiha was one of those things!

Referred to by her uncle as the man who perfectly inherited the Will of Fire, the moment Kagami stepped out of the Uchiha clan's gate meant that he had safeguarded the clan with his reputation.

It proved the Uchiha clan's loyalty to Konoha!

On her way back, Shimura Himiko contemplated in silence.

Since Lord Kagami has taken a stand, it means that this attack has no connection to the Uchiha clan! However, this time her uncle has exposed some of Root's power, and it's likely that other clans will be more cautious in the future.

Then... who could it be? Who is involved in this attack? Could it really be other ninja villages intending to tear apart the peace treaty and launch a rebellion!?

.......

Inside the Root headquarters.

Inside a dimly lit room.

"Hoo... Hoo..."

Although there was no wind, the candle flames flickered intensely, making a sound!

On the main seat, Danzō, who received the news, was filled with anger, his face extremely grim.

With his keen political sense, he immediately sensed something amiss from this information.

Both attacking ninjas were captured, and if this had happened during the exams, only Sōsuke could have accomplished it.

Does the power assessment indicate the level of a Jonin!?

But even if the Uchiha clan were foolish, they wouldn't only cooperate with two mere Jonin for a rebellion!

So it proves that...

The Uchiha clan has no connection to this attack! But unfortunately, he wanted to showcase Root's strength for the first time, but instead of demonstrating their power, it ended up exposing the extent of Root's capabilities. Now, it's likely that every major clan in Konoha has gained some understanding of Root!

What truly troubled him was that if it wasn't the Uchiha clan collaborating with someone, then it must be representatives from other ninja villages coming to cause destruction!

Their target is the young generation of Konoha, and such actions would be unbearable for any ninja village, especially at a time when the peace treaty has just been signed!

What do they want to achieve? What are they really after? Do they want to start another war!?

Inside the dim room, Danzō pondered with a grim expression, his narrowed eyes flashing with sparks of anger!

........

The sky gradually darkened.

Sōsuke and his group were waiting inside the Forest of Death.

Several severely injured young Konoha shinobi had already received treatment. Although they couldn't exert much force, they could still walk with effort.

"Sōsuke, I'm sorry. I didn't perform well this time..."

Standing beside Sōsuke, Dai began to apologize, but before he could finish his sentence, Sōsuke interrupted him.

"Dai, you don't need to apologize to me. Losing to someone like that isn't your fault. After all, your battle experience is still lacking!"

Sōsuke smiled at him and spoke softly.

As he looked at the gazes of the young ninjas and Dai's lingering self-blame, Sōsuke adjusted his glasses and continued.

"That guy called Ameyuri Rin is most likely a bloodline user."

Pausing for a moment, Sōsuke noticed the attention drawn by the term "bloodline ability," and he continued.

"Based on the situation on the battlefield, I'm sure you all had some encounters with him and even forced him to use his ninjutsu a few times!"

Seeing the pensive nods from the group, Sōsuke smiled.

"That guy's ability is probably a form of liquid-based ninjutsu. It's not very common, but it does exist!"

"According to Konoha's records, it closely resembles The Hōzuki Clan's abilities and The Kaguya Clan's bloodline powers."

"As for which one he belongs to, I'm not entirely sure. However, the principle is similar. To counter this ability to control the liquefaction of the body, sealing techniques can be used effectively."

Sōsuke calmly explained to everyone.

The group listened attentively, including Shino and Dai, who nodded thoughtfully. As for Sakuya Uchiha, she simply stared at Sōsuke with stars in her eyes.

Meanwhile, everyone else quietly observed the scene

Prior to this, they had already learned about the course of the battle and how Sōsuke single-handedly defeated two high-level ninjas!

When they first heard this news, they could hardly believe his ears!

But now, after witnessing Sōsuke's eloquent explanations to everyone, they accepted this explanation in his heart.

they silently observed Sōsuke.

With impeccable combat skills and a wise and knowledgeable mind!

A clear and logical thinker with extensive knowledge, even familiar with the Hozuki and Kaguya clans and skilled in sealing techniques!

Watching Sōsuke confidently speaking in front of the young ninjas.

Another brilliant aura was added to him.

Outstanding leadership skills!

everyone looked at Sōsuke, who had a gentle and humble expression, they couldn't help but think:

"Is it possible for someone to be born a genius!? If it is, then Sōsuke is probably one..."