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Chapter 123: S-Rank Mission: Retrieve Uchiha Sasuke
Chapter 123: S-Rank Mission: Retrieve Uchiha Sasuke
Yuyi Xuan Yue never expected He Ma, who stood before him, to present such a compelling argument.
Regarding this classic example of a loyal subject who would rather die in battle than surrender, which was what the emperor chose to do, Yuyi had some impression but not much. In the end, they were all educated by Konoha and met their demise.
However, this guy's analysis of the Uchiha Clan's annihilation was quite on point.
Aside from not knowing that it was Uchiha Itachi and Uchiha Obito who carried out the massacre, and that Konoha only sealed off the perimeter of the crime scene, arriving later to seal off the aftermath without directly participating in the slaughter, he had more or less guessed the rest.
Yuyi Xuan Yue turned to look at He Ma.
As their eyes met, He Ma was about to add something when he suddenly felt a flash of red before his eyes.
Before he could react, his eyelids grew heavy, and he instantly lost consciousness.
"Lord He Ma!"
He Ma's subordinates, Bu Feng, Bu Dong, and Bu Yuan, had their faces turn ashen, and they were about to make a move.
However, in the next moment, before they even knew what was happening, they followed in He Ma's footsteps and fell into the world of genjutsu.
Having accomplished this, Yuyi Xuan Yue retracted his gaze.
The pie-in-the-sky idea that He Ma had painted seemed enticing.
However, he had no interest in altering his plans and itinerary to stoop to play some game of destroying Konoha with these incompetent fellows.
To avoid further entanglements with He Ma and his group, Yuyi Xuan Yue directly swept them with his gaze.
It must be said that the Sharingan genjutsu was truly effective in crushing these weak opponents.
"Let's go."
Calling out to Sasuke, Yuyi Xuan Yue continued on his way with a calm expression.
Sasuke glanced at the unconscious He Ma and his companions before quickly catching up.
Along the way, he couldn't help but ask, "Lord Yuyi, was what He Ma said earlier true?"
Although He Ma's words had no effect on Yuyi Xuan Yue, they left a deep impression on Sasuke.
Before this, he had never imagined that Konoha might have been involved in the Uchiha Clan's annihilation.
It was only after hearing He Ma's analysis that he became aware of this possibility and even felt that there was some truth to what he said.
In response, Yuyi Xuan Yue didn't even turn his head as he replied, "Whether it's true or not, you'll find out in the future when you ask the person involved."
Yuyi Xuan Yue didn't bother to explain further.
Empty words without evidence would always invite suspicion, and it was better for the person involved to investigate personally.
Additionally, he didn't want to see Sasuke getting so agitated by the truth that he impulsively unlocked the Mangekyo Sharingan, something that hadn't happened yet in this timeline.
Sasuke had only managed to unlock the Mangekyo Sharingan after Itachi's death, when the truth was revealed by Obito.
If the order of events were reversed, no one knew what might happen.
Seeing that Yuyi Xuan Yue didn't answer, Sasuke didn't press the matter further.
"Uchiha Itachi."
He clenched his fists.
At this moment, Sasuke's desire to meet Uchiha Itachi again after improving his strength was stronger than ever before.
Konoha Hidden Village.
The atmosphere in the village had been oppressive at first due to the annihilation of the Root, but it soon returned to calm, especially after the Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, returned.
To be honest, while Konoha mourned the destruction of the Root, there were also many who were glad that the extreme faction no longer existed.
The fact that the Root had not been rebuilt during this time, and that any mention of restarting the Root program would be vetoed by others, was proof enough.
Life went on as usual.
Today was supposed to be a regular day, just like the past six months.
However, when a messenger hawk from the Fire Temple arrived at breakneck speed, the peace was completely shattered.
"Tsunade-sama!"
Shizune rushed into the Hokage's office, her face filled with urgency.
With the assistance of Yuyi Xuan Yue, Tsunade, the Hokage with unprecedented authority, was currently sealing documents with the Hokage's seal at an incredible speed, her hands a blur as she stamped each one.
Seeing Shizune enter, she straightened her posture and placed a hand on her forehead, exhaling tiredly, "Don't tell me there's another pile of documents that need my seal?"
Shizune didn't bring any work documents but instead presented a scroll containing vital intelligence.
A perplexed Tsunade took the scroll, curious as to what could have prompted this unexpected visit.
"The Fire Temple? What business could those monks who chant day and night have with Konoha?"
Tsunade's expression turned grave as she unfurled the scroll and perused its contents.
"Uchiha Sasuke has appeared at the Fire Temple? And he's accompanied by another suspected Uchiha, but it's not Uchiha Hayate?"
Tsunade never anticipated that the Fire Temple would bring such explosive news.
Uchiha Sasuke was one thing, but now there was mention of another Uchiha. Could it be Uchiha Itachi?
No, that didn't seem right.
Those two brothers would undoubtedly fight like cats and dogs upon meeting; peace was unlikely between them.
Could there be another Uchiha outside of Konoha? Tsunade's face underwent a rapid succession of emotions.
Shizune, standing by her side, inquired, "Lady Tsunade, shall we send a pursuit squad?"
The Fire Temple wasn't far from Konoha.
The attack on the Fire Temple had occurred just an hour or two ago.
There was still time to give chase.
"Of course!"
After a moment's thought, Tsunade nodded decisively.
For Konoha, it was of utmost importance to retrieve Uchiha Sasuke and ascertain the identity of the other Uchiha with him.
Moreover, as allies, Konoha had to respond to the Fire Temple's plea for aid after their attack.
Having already decided on the personnel, Tsunade promptly gave her instructions:
"Gather Team 3 and Team 8 to the Hokage's office immediately. Also, notify Kakashi Hatake to join us."
"Yes!"
An ANBU ninja appeared from the shadows, acknowledged the order, and vanished just as swiftly.
In less than ten minutes, Kakashi Hatake, who had been leisurely reading Make Out Tactics atop a tree, along with Team 3 members Might Guy, Neji Hyuga, Tenten, Rock Lee, sweating it out in the training field, and Team 8 members Kurenai Yuhi, Hinata Hyuga, Kiba Inuzuka, and Shino Aburame, engaged in a tracking exercise, all assembled before Tsunade.
After explaining the situation, Tsunade issued her orders:
"This mission is ranked S-class. The primary objective is to bring back Uchiha Sasuke. As for the other Uchiha, use your discretion. Kakashi, with your familiarity with the Sharingan, you will lead this mission, and Teams 3 and 8 are under your command."
Half a year had passed since Kakashi last heard news of Sasuke, and now, with a glint in his eye, he promptly nodded in agreement.
"Yes, Hokage-sama!"
Outside the gates of Konoha.
With preparations complete, Team 3 and Team 8, along with Kakashi, formed a battle formation and set off.
Just before their departure, Kiba Inuzuka rubbed his palms together excitedly and said, "It's a shame Naruto isn't here. This time, we'll be the ones to bring Sasuke back and give Naruto a pleasant surprise!"
"If we can bring Sasuke back, Naruto will definitely be very happy," Hinata agreed, her face reddening slightly.
Rock Lee pumped his fist in the air, brimming with fighting spirit. "We failed last time, but this time, we will definitely bring Sasuke back!"
Shino was about to push up his sunglasses and add something when an enthusiastic voice piped up beside him.
"Haha! This is what youth is all about! Let's give it our all, everyone!"
Might Guy gave a thumbs-up, his smile stretching from ear to ear, his pearly white teeth gleaming in the sunlight.
Kurenai Yuhi, accustomed to Guy's antics, smiled gently.
Finally, Kakashi thought to himself, a hint of emotion in his voice, "Sasuke..."
He surveyed the eager faces around him and, with a swift wave of his hand, declared, "Let's go!"
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
In an instant, the team disappeared into the dense forest beyond Konoha, leaving behind only thin, black lines that marked their passage.
Minutes later, Sakura, who had arrived late, stood alone before the empty gate, heaved a sigh, and brought her hands together in a silent blessing.
(End of Chapter)
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