Chapter 39 Planting Trees During My Time in the Ninja Village (19) One Shouldn't Be Too Arrogant...

“Obito has been taken away by Uchiha Senma. What do we do now? Relying solely on Nagato might not be stable enough.” Black Zetsu, lurking deep within the dark cave, said uncertainly, “And you’re almost at your limit.”

“Uchiha Osaka… Ha.” An aged voice echoed softly, “I never imagined that the Uchiha clan could produce such a ruthless character.”

"That guy even became best friends with the Thousand Hand Wood Release user he found outside." Black Zetsu's words revealed a sour feeling from clenched teeth. That Thousand Hand Bamboo was practically a miniature version of the mountain god of Mount Kirin who had punched him hundreds of years ago, leaving him with the greatest psychological trauma of his life. Both his appearance and abilities made Black Zetsu's hair stand on end.

Black Zetsu's seemingly deep-rooted fear of Senju Takeya didn't stop him from being stubborn at this moment, "It seems like our relationship is just as close now as yours was with Senju Hashirama at the beginning, but who knows if it will turn out the same in the future?"

Madara Uchiha didn't notice anything unusual about Black Zetsu's tone. He remained silent, lost in thought, as if he were witnessing a cycle of reincarnation.

Obito Uchiha's seemingly innate cheerfulness and generous kindness seem out of place with the Uchiha clan's core values. However, it is precisely this kind of person who, once subjected to unbearable trauma and despair, undergoes a more intense psychological transformation. At that point, Madara Uchiha only needs to be given a new set of ideas and goals at the right time to gain a capable lieutenant.

Unfortunately, Uchiha Senma acted too quickly. His attention and care for each Uchiha reminded Uchiha Madara of his younger brother, Izuna.

A nine-year-old with the Mangekyou Sharingan—such talent! If this child can be saved, the Uchiha clan will surely rise to prominence. As for the current Uchiha Madara, this unplanned anomaly is completely beyond their control. This kid's strength has reached the point where he can protect himself, and he has even befriended a Wood Release user, eliminating the danger of him becoming their enemy.

“It’s all about timing and fate…” Madara Uchiha sighed. “The rest is up to you, Black Zetsu.”

Perhaps it was because of his age, but he found Uchiha Osaka to be quite kind and fond of him. This kid's rebellious nature, which he didn't respect anyone, was really interesting. If it weren't for Uchiha Osaka's precocious nature and his values ​​being far more complete and firm than ordinary people, Uchiha Madara's first choice would have been Osaka rather than Obito. After all, the two were worlds apart in terms of talent alone.

Black Never spoke; what else could it do? It could only accept the current situation. It could see that both Uchiha Ogi and Senju Take were exceptional individuals, even more troublesome than Uchiha Madara and Senju Hashirama back then—because the former two's mentality and goals were clearly more distinct and firm, as if they had already constructed an incredibly detailed and clear complete picture and plan of the future in their minds, so that no one could shake their foundation and ideas.

Madara Uchiha knew about the merchant guild founded by Ogi, and he also knew about the changes that the Xinyi Merchant Guild had brought to the ninja world. He even realized the impact of Ogi's various actions on the future. These were things that neither he nor Hashirama had ever done or explored—controlling resources in their own hands, giving preferential treatment and benefits to commoners, and packaging some goods so that nobles and wealthy merchants would open their own pockets. In this way, they could silently erode the status and prestige of the nobles and improve the conflict between commoners and ninjas.

The aristocratic class shifted their conflict with the common people onto the ninjas, and what Uchiha Osaka did was to return the blame and scapegoat to the original party.

At present, the fact that Xinyi Merchant Guild is a ninja merchant guild has not been revealed yet, and it is still in the stage of accumulating reputation and funds.

It is truly like a gentle spring breeze and nourishing rain, silently moistening the earth, or a deadly knife that draws no blood.

Madara Uchiha sensed a kindred spirit within him. The child, like him, yearned for true peace and possessed equally remarkable drive, both pursuing their paths in their own ways. This made Madara Uchiha feel even closer to Ogima.

Having observed the carefree yet incredibly intelligent Uchiha Ogima for many years, and leaving aside the numerous ideological conflicts and influences that Uchiha Madara experienced during this process, the current situation is that Uchiha Madara has decided to relinquish his responsibilities and no longer discuss anything with Black Zetsu. In his view, isn't Black Zetsu his shadow? Even if he doesn't say it, he should understand certain intentions.

Unbeknownst to him, Uchiha Osaka became Madara Uchiha's capricious choice of "I have no other way, so your solution is Plan B," and inexplicably became the designated successor to this wicked old man's will.

However, Madara Uchiha was well aware that their methods were completely different. Madara Uchiha had become utterly disillusioned with humanity and was determined to shoulder the burden alone, while Osaka Uchiha still believed in others and trusted the most wavering human heart. There was bound to be a battle between them that would determine who was right and who was wrong.

If Madara Uchiha loses, then his method will be useless, and Ogima Uchiha's method will be Plan B.

That battle was contingent on Madara Uchiha's plan succeeding, allowing him to be resurrected in his prime.

Unfortunately, Black Zetsu was not a true shadow of Madara Uchiha's will; it was Kaguya Otsutsuki's will. Therefore, it completely failed to detect Madara Uchiha's subtle intention to give up, and was even less able to perceive Madara Uchiha's satisfaction and recognition of Ogima, and even looked forward to a future battle with him that would determine their will and ideals.

Madara Uchiha: Ha! That's just how we Uchiha are! You understand? Just thinking about it gets me fired up!

Black Zetsu: No! I can't!! Are all of you Uchiha crazy?!

Black Zetsu was unaware of its hopeless future. All it knew was that having only Nagato was no longer enough, and it needed to find other help.

Meanwhile, at this very moment, a meeting prepared in response to the peace negotiations between Iwagakure and Kirigakure was also taking place in Konoha.

This resounding victory of Konoha allowed Danzo Shimura to straighten his back and walk towards the Hokage Building with his head held high. However, he soon heard a furious roar that echoed from afar—

"Shi-mura-dan-zo! You old scoundrel, you've finally come out—!"

Shimura Danzo felt that chill creep up his spine once again. He turned his head and saw a demon carrying a large fan rushing towards him before it even arrived.

No! That's not a demon! That's Uchiha Ogima, whose laughter is like that of a demon from hell!

Uchiha Hanazono's two crimson Mangekyou Sharingan were like a passage to hell, and the almost sky-piercing black flames seemed to form a huge and terrifying demon mask, baring its fangs at Shimura Danzo, revealing an extremely horrifying and ferocious devilish smile just like its master.

"Stop him!!" Even the experienced Danzo Shimura was so frightened by the seemingly towering flames of resentment that his voice cracked.

"I will not let you near Lord Danzo!"

"Smack!"

A Root member was about to stand in front of Uchiha Osamu when he was slapped away.

"Get out!" Uchiha Senjian's words were blunt and to the point!

"Bold Uchiha—"

A mountain breeze? A slap!

"Don't even think about it—"

Aburame Kirei? Uchiha Osaka recalled some of his event plans, so he glanced at this person again. Unfortunately, the chakra-eating insects had no effect on him, Uchiha Osaka! You slap him too!

"live--"

Aburame Ryoma? Poor Aburame clan, they were exploited by Danzo because of their powerful secret techniques. Let Uchiha Senma save these poor souls! Besides, it's been said that chakra-eating insects are ineffective against him! Magic Control + Sealing! He, Uchiha Senma, has his own bottomless protective shell! You're the one who slapped your own face in the face!

Uchiha Senma unleashed a barrage of slaps, one after the other, like a firecracker exploding, all the way to Shimura Danzo. Before he could react, Danzo charged forward, raising his flaming fan and slamming it down on Shimura's face. "I've put up with you for too long! Today I'm going to turn you into a Chaoshan beef ball!!!"

With that single blow, Shimura Danzo was utterly dizzy. In just one strike, his chakra channels were disrupted and became disordered, completely out of his control. His mind was in chaos, his vision blurred, and only the burning pain on his face was particularly noticeable.

"You're always causing trouble for me! Did you spread rumors that my brother heard about?! If the Uchiha ever betray us, the first thing I'll do is slaughter your entire family!"

"*Intense Uchiha profanity* My dear friend! You think you can look at me like that?! Rotten oranges should just rot in the ground! You disgusting man-eating fly! You piece of shit, Shimura Danzo! You think you're something special just because I give you a little face? Trash like you who can't even see your place should be grateful to be alive!"

"The Second Hokage's choice of Hiruzen Sarutobi as the Third Hokage instead of you was absolutely the most insightful decision that blind man ever made! Danzo Shimura! You should have stayed hidden! Frotting in the darkness until you die! How dare you, a disgusting rotten thing, even think of crawling into the light and hurting people's eyes!"

Uchiha Senma was ruthless, and he was even more ruthless. He pressed down on the helpless old ANBU member, Deng, and unleashed a series of satisfying slaps. His ferocious appearance made people around him afraid to approach. They all walked by as if they hadn't seen anything, fearing that if Uchiha Senma glanced at them, they would also get slapped.

In the entire Hidden Leaf Village right now, who dares to talk back to Uchiha Ogima, who can pilot a Gundam? Except for Senju Takeya.

The only one who could stop Uchiha Senma's atrocities was Senju Takeru, who stood behind and watched while drinking milk tea. His expressionless face remained unchanged, just like Bao Si, who made King You of Zhou light the beacon towers to amuse the feudal lords.

Mmm, the first bite was filled with chewy tapioca pearls.

Standing to the side, Uchiha Shisui devoutly carried a bag of desserts, a basket of vegetables, and a woven bag filled with fresh herbs. Faced with his brother's atrocities, his expression was as serene as that of a loving butler, almost as if he were saying, "My young master hasn't smiled like this in a long time."

The people of Konoha seemed to have witnessed firsthand the collusion of two major criminal forces—no, it was a powerful alliance.

Danzo Shimura ultimately failed to truly participate in this meeting to discuss compensation and ransom for the hostages.

Knowing about Uchiha Osaka's atrocities and that he had even beaten up people from his own village, Kirigakure and Iwagakure, as defeated nations seeking benefits and compensation, suddenly became as quiet as quails.

If you ask them how they knew...

Because Uchiha Osamu has arrived.

"Hey, over there, have you settled the ransom with the defeated nation?" Uchiha Osaka, carrying a blood-stained flame fan in one hand and dragging Shimura Danzo, who was covered in mud, in the other, kicked open the conference room door and walked in. "Let's talk about another deal that will make me a fortune! Free trade!"

"Danzo!" Hiruzen Sarutobi exclaimed in surprise, and then his old friend was thrown over by Ogima Uchiha.

Koharu Utatane and Yan Mito immediately had someone take the unconscious Danzo Shimura to the hospital.

"Konoha's victory was so easy entirely thanks to me and my best friend. I want your financial compensation, I want the ransom for the hostages, and I want your country to allocate land as a concession for Konoha to use freely." Uchiha Ogi's arrogance was so overwhelming that even the defeated representatives clenched their fists, yet remained powerless. "Until we receive an answer, you are also hostages!"

"You!" The representatives from Iwagakure and Kirigakure were trembling with rage, but they were completely powerless against Uchiha Ogima, this bandit.

The Konoha side felt a sense of satisfaction as they watched the defeated party, who had just agreed to pay a huge sum of money to get the hostages back, and was now forced to grit their teeth and send people to ask their daimyo if they agreed to the compensation.

In the ninja world, it really comes down to who has the strongest fist!

When an insurmountable, powerful figure becomes unreasonable, all you can do is pray that they still have some bottom line.

The current Land of Earth and Land of Water can only be cowardly, silent husbands, forced to watch helplessly as their wives (resources) are ruthlessly plundered by the blond-haired (Konoha) people.

No matter how arrogant and greedy Uchiha Osaka was, his strength and youth were more than enough to support everything he had gained, not to mention that Senju Takeya was standing behind him—Senju Takeya was truly standing right behind him.

The Wood Release user with black hair and black eyes adopted a completely silent, indulgent, and unobstructed attitude. What else could this be but tacit approval of Uchiha Osaka's actions?

Senju Takeya's behavior gave Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura a strong sense of déjà vu, and they couldn't help but look at Sarutobi Hiruzen. When Shimura Danzo wanted to develop Root and target the Uchiha, Sarutobi Hiruzen was also silent in this way.

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Author's Note: [Mini-Theater]

Future version of Uchiha Ogima: I don't think it's a good idea.

Future Version - Senju Takeya: I think it's okay.

Future version of Uchiha Ogima: This is too dark! I won't agree to it!

Future Version - Senju Takeya: I think it's okay.

Future version of Uchiha Senma: I said no, and that means no! I am the Hokage!

Future Version - Senju Takeya: You'll regret it.

Future version of Uchiha Ogima: No matter what you say, I will never agree to dancing in women's clothing to help farmers!

Future version of Thousand Hands Bamboo: Tsk.