The night was as dark as ink as Chiya led the elite forces from the southwestern battlefield to the northern battlefield.
This battlefield was still the same as before.
It was jointly defended by the Uchiha Clan and the Kurama Clan.
Now, it was the only defensive line in Konoha that had not been breached by the enemy.
Under the moonlight.
Campfires flickered throughout the camp, illuminating the determined faces of the ninja.
As soon as Chiya stepped into the camp.
Two figures appeared from the shadows, dropped to one knee, and respectfully saluted him.
"Clan Leader!"
Uchiha Tekkai's voice was steady and powerful, his eyes filled with respect.
"Teacher!"
Uchiha Shisui's voice carried a trace of excitement, but he quickly suppressed it and returned to his usual calm.
Chiya looked at the two of them and gave a slight nod.
"Where is the Kurama Clan Leader?"
"The Kurama Clan Leader was injured yesterday and is still recovering."
A look of understanding flashed through Chiya's eyes.
No wonder he had not seen anyone from the Kurama Clan come over.
Chiya glanced around.
"It looks like the northern battlefield is stable."
Tekkai replied in a deep voice.
"Yes! Thanks to the arrangements you made before leaving, Clan Leader, we successfully resisted the enemy's repeated attacks according to the plan."
There was pride in his voice.
The clan's strength was overwhelming, and their battle plans were thorough and precise.
The enemy simply could not break through.
The respect in Uchiha Tekkai's heart deepened even further.
The glory of the Uchiha Clan shone brightly at this moment.
Because he knew everything the Uchiha had now.
Had been brought to them by Uchiha Chiya.
Especially the special training before the war began.
Many clan members had complained at first.
But now they all admired their Clan Leader's foresight.
On the battlefield, the strong were respected.
The results of daily training became especially clear.
The saying, "Sweat more during training, bleed less on the battlefield," had always been true.
As someone who had trained relentlessly, Uchiha Tekkai could clearly feel its benefits.
Shisui thought for a moment before adding.
"The Kurama Clan has also worked very well with us."
"The enemy simply can't break through our defenses."
A deep light flashed in his eyes, as though he were hiding something.
Chiya immediately noticed the change in Shisui's aura.
His heart stirred, but he said nothing.
Instead, he raised a hand toward Uchiha Tekkai.
"Go make arrangements for the newly arrived combat units."
"Help them integrate as quickly as possible."
"A great battle is about to begin. There can't be any mistakes."
"Yes!"
Tekkai answered without hesitation.
He turned around and quickly disappeared into the night.
Chiya looked at Shisui.
"Walk with me."
Shisui nodded silently and followed behind him.
The two slowly walked along the edge of the camp.
The night breeze brushed past them, bringing a slight chill.
"Shisui, how has the battle been recently?"
Chiya asked calmly.
Shisui thought for a moment before replying.
"Teacher, the enemy's attacks were fierce at first."
"But after our counterattacks, they gradually weakened."
"Especially the Kurama Clan's genjutsu."
"When combined with our Uchiha techniques, they worked together surprisingly well."
"The enemy suffered greatly."
His words were brief.
Yet they revealed the cruelty of the battlefield.
Chiya nodded slightly and looked into the darkness ahead.
"What about casualties?"
"Our clan's losses are under control."
"The Kurama Clan hasn't suffered many losses either."
There was a trace of heaviness in Shisui's voice.
But it quickly became firm again.
"We'll defend this place."
"We won't let the enemy advance even a single step."
Chiya glanced at him.
Then suddenly asked.
"Your eyes seem... different."
Shisui paused briefly before continuing to walk.
After a moment of silence, he finally spoke softly.
"You noticed, Teacher."
As he spoke.
He slowly raised his head.
Within his scarlet Sharingan, the three tomoe slowly rotated.
Then they gradually changed shape.
Becoming the pattern of a windmill.
This was...
Shisui's Mangekyō Sharingan?!
Its unique pattern.
Along with its cold and overwhelming ocular power.
Made it unmistakably clear.
This young boy had awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan.
His talent truly was extraordinary.
Chiya remained silent for a moment before asking.
"When did you awaken it?"
"Three days ago."
There was a trace of complexity in Shisui's voice.
"The enemy launched a surprise attack on the camp."
"One of our clansmen sacrificed himself to protect me..."
His voice became low.
His fists unconsciously clenched.
Chiya gently patted his shoulder.
"This is war."
"Life and death are unpredictable."
"But your growth will make his sacrifice more meaningful."
Shisui took a deep breath.
The Mangekyō pattern slowly faded away.
His eyes returned to the ordinary three tomoe Sharingan.
"I'll use this power to protect even more people."
Chiya looked at his serious expression.
Then nodded and continued walking.
Chiya remembered that Shisui's eye technique was Kotoamatsukami.
That was truly a godlike ability.
Even so.
There were still things Chiya had to tell him.
He stopped walking and turned toward Shisui.
"This power is very strong."
"But you must use it carefully."
"Great strength can certainly help us change the current situation."
"But relying on it too much will cause you to lose yourself."
"There are things that cannot be changed by strength alone."
"And every Mangekyō has its own unique abilities."
"Although the chakra consumption isn't as great as Susano'o."
"If you use it too often, your eyes will eventually go blind."
"You'll slowly walk into darkness."
"Unless it's absolutely necessary, don't use it lightly."
Shisui nodded solemnly.
"I understand, Teacher."
He had already learned some of the Mangekyō Sharingan's taboos from Chiya before.
Although he had awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan.
He had also lost a friend because of it.
Only then had he truly understood.
Teacher had once said that awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan would be accompanied by overwhelming emotions.
That feeling was suffocating beyond words.
Looking at Shisui's calm appearance.
Chiya smiled.
"Let's go."
The two continued walking.
Wherever the ninja in the camp saw Chiya.
They all respectfully saluted him.
Their eyes were filled with admiration and reverence.
Chiya acknowledged them one by one.
But his expression remained calm.
"Teacher, what's our plan next?"
Chiya looked into the distance.
As though his gaze could pierce through the night.
"The alliance of the Four Great Ninja Villages may seem powerful."
"But they are not united inside."
"This time, we're going to create an opportunity."
"We'll make them believe they have a chance."
"We'll lure them all together."
"Then we'll defeat them in one decisive battle."
Shisui fell into thought.
"The Third Hokage and Danzo have already successfully drawn Kumogakure's and Kirigakure's attention."
"On the other side, Namikaze Minato has done the same."
"Now all we need to do is wait for them to arrive."
A sharp light flashed through Shisui's eyes.
This plan...
It really was crazy.
"What should I do, Teacher?"
Chiya looked at him.
"Protect our clansmen well."
Shisui nodded without hesitation.
"Yes, Teacher."
Chiya smiled in satisfaction.
"As expected of my disciple."
Just then.
A commotion came from the distance.
Chiya and Shisui turned their heads at the same time.
An Uchiha clansman hurried over and dropped to one knee.
"Clan Leader, the scouts from the front line have reported that the Iwa nin and Jonin Namikaze Minato's squad are heading this way!"
A cold light flashed across Chiya's eyes.
"They're finally here."
He looked toward Shisui.
"Notify everyone."
"Proceed according to the plan."
Shisui answered seriously.
"Yes!"
A short while later.
The ninja throughout the camp immediately sprang into action.
Standing on high ground, Chiya looked down at everyone busily preparing.
The desire for battle rose within his eyes.
He quietly muttered.
"This time, I'll let all of you witness the gift I've prepared for you!"
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