"Uchiha Yuzuru, are the things you said true?"
"Does the Uchiha clan really have a stone tablet left behind by the Sage of Six Paths?"
"Why have I never heard of something like that?"
Looking at Ōnoki acting like an overly curious child, Yuzuru said calmly, "Only by evolving one's eyes to the extreme can one read the contents of the tablet."
"Back then, Uchiha Madara was the same, which is why his relationship with Senju Hashirama broke down."
Yuzuru's words were half true and half false. In any case, that stone tablet had already been destroyed during his attack on Konoha. No one could verify whether what he said was real or not.
While Ōnoki was shocked, his curiosity only grew stronger.
He scratched his head and asked, "Yuzuru, what else is recorded on the tablet?"
Yuzuru didn't say more and smiled. "I told you, at the right time, I'll reveal everything to the world."
"Before that, the most important thing is to reshape the ninja world according to my plan."
"Oh, right. I heard from Kitsuchi that you've been single for decades. Since you won't be Tsuchikage anymore, how about I introduce someone to you?"
"Our Uchiha clan has plenty of elegant old ladies."
Hearing this, Ōnoki nearly spat out a mouthful of blood.
They had been discussing serious matters—how did it suddenly turn into matchmaking?
No matter how much he pressed, Yuzuru refused to say anything more about the topic.
Ōnoki could only curse him silently in frustration.
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Over the next month, Iwagakure gradually fell completely under Yuzuru's control.
With the full cooperation of Kitsuchi and Ōnoki, it was even easier than when he had taken over Sunagakure.
After all, Ōnoki had managed Iwagakure for so many years—he could command them all with a single call.
Only Kitsuchi was shocked by Ōnoki's change. He couldn't understand how his usually stubborn father had suddenly changed his nature and actively cooperated with Yuzuru's plan.
Tsuchikage Building.
Inside the Tsuchikage's office.
Yuzuru sat in the main seat, casually flipping through the documents on the desk.
Kitsuchi hurried in and immediately knelt on the ground.
Seeing this, Yuzuru asked curiously, "Kitsuchi, what's wrong?"
Kitsuchi said in a deep voice, "Lord Yuzuru, this subordinate has failed in his duties. Roshi has escaped from the village at some point."
Yuzuru waved his hand. "It's fine. Ever since the battle in the Land of Birds, Iwagakure hasn't had a moment of peace. A jinchuriki escaping is understandable."
Ōnoki explained from the side, "Roshi has a fiery temper and never got along with me."
"He said he wanted to live as an ascetic, so I confined him in a temple within the village."
"Tracking him down won't be easy."
A faint smile appeared on Yuzuru's face. "Now that almost the entire ninja world is in my hands, no matter where he hides, I'll be able to find him."
Ōnoki took the opportunity to ask, "Yuzuru, why are you gathering all the tailed beasts? With your strength, you shouldn't fear jinchuriki anymore."
"This matter is also related to ancient secrets. You'll understand in time."
Seeing Ōnoki's extremely frustrated expression, Yuzuru couldn't help but feel pleased.
Teasing a stubborn old man once in a while was quite an enjoyable experience.
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Days passed one by one. Summer gave way to autumn.
After stabilizing Iwagakure, Yuzuru returned to Konoha.
But as soon as he arrived at the village entrance, he was stunned by the scene before him.
The entrance was decorated with lanterns and streamers, with several massive banners fluttering in the wind.
Fireworks and colored smoke burst into the sky, and the streets were filled with excited villagers discussing something.
Seeing this, Yuzuru used the Transformation Jutsu and slowly walked toward the crowd.
"Lord Yuzuru is amazing. Now even the Land of Earth has submitted to him."
"I heard that on the battlefield, Lord Yuzuru used divine power and summoned a thousand-meter-tall demon, cutting down hundreds of thousands of enemies with a single strike!"
"That's right. I heard the Third Tsuchikage wet himself on the spot and knelt down begging for mercy."
"Really? That sounds a bit exaggerated."
"Of course it's true. I was there myself!"
"Now the Land of Wind, the Land of Lightning, the Land of Earth, and our Land of Fire are all under Lord Yuzuru's control. Once he conquers the remaining remote small countries, he'll unify the entire ninja world!"
"So cool. It feels like we're witnessing history!"
Listening to the villagers' chatter, Yuzuru couldn't help but twitch his lips.
It seemed that no matter the world, rumors only grew more outrageous as they spread.
He wondered what kind of expression Ōnoki would have if he heard all this.
Shaking his head, he walked into an alley—only for two people to suddenly block his path.
"Lord Yuzuru!"
Seeing them, Yuzuru smiled. "Samui, Yugito, how did you know I was back?"
Yugito smiled. "Mabui leaked the information to us."
"Congratulations on your triumphant return, Lord Yuzuru. It feels like it won't be long before you achieve your goal."
In a great mood, Yuzuru waved his hand. "Perfect. It's been a while since we had a meal together. Go inform Yugao and Anko. I'll treat you all to barbecue today."
Hearing this, Yugito and Samui exchanged a glance, then both stepped forward, each taking one of Yuzuru's arms.
"Lord Yuzuru, can we not call those two today?"
Feeling the astonishing softness from his arms, Yuzuru swallowed. "Yugito, Samui… what are you planning?"
Samui applied a bit of force, standing on her toes and leaning close to his ear as she whispered, "We've heard that Lord Yuzuru has always been working hard to revive the Uchiha clan."
"Please let us contribute as well."
"Th-this…" Yuzuru hesitated. "But I already have many wives."
Yugito said charmingly, "It's fine. Samui and I are very traditional women. A strong man like you… we never expected to monopolize you."
"Please be kind and don't let us continue suffering."
Hearing this, Yuzuru shrugged helplessly.
With things said this far, what else could he do?
Let's go, then.