Evil Uchiha Itsuki

Temari looked tense, whispering, "You need to be careful, very careful. Maybe you're the one who's actually in the most danger here."

"Heh!"

Itsuki chuckled, gently patting Temari's hand.

The two were growing close, very close.

However!

Temari still hadn't revealed her mission to Itsuki.

But Itsuki didn't mind.

How long have they known each other?

How many years has Temari spent living in Sunagakure?

It would be odd if just a few days with him could undo the years she spent growing up in her village.

Still!

Temari had subtly hinted at a lot of information.

If Itsuki wasn't a fool, he could deduce quite a bit.

But!

Itsuki had serious doubts about the authenticity of this intel.

He didn't doubt Temari, but the higher-ups in Sunagakure.

Would those people really trust Temari so much?

Would they really tell her something so important?

Itsuki didn't buy it.

Knowing the personality of Rasa, the Fourth Kazekage, it was clear he wouldn't trust others so easily, even his own daughter.

So, piecing together everything that had happened since arriving in Konoha...

It was a mess!

Itsuki rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on.

Honestly, even with memories from two lives, there were still many things he couldn't see clearly.

His advantage was knowing the future plot and having his cheat-like system.

Without those, he was just an ordinary person—an ordinary person with a bit of a perverted streak and a tendency for craziness.

So!

He really couldn't see through everything.

But!

It didn't matter!

He didn't need to worry about these things.

[Uchiha Itsuki!]

[Age: 17]

[Ninjutsu: Level 7 (5%)]

[Taijutsu: Level 6 (37%)]

[Genjutsu: Level 7 (28%)]

[Kekkei Genkai: Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan {Ocular Power: Level 7 (48%)}]

[Chakra: 24 cards (19%)]

...

[Ninjutsu]

[Fire Release]

[Great Fireball Technique: Level 7 (19%)]

[Phoenix Flower Jutsu: Level 7 (22%)]

[Dragon Fire Technique: Level 7 (46%)]

...

[Water Release]

[Water Bullet: Level 7 (9%)]

[Water Dragon Bullet Technique: Level 7 (10%)]

...

[Lightning Release]

...

[Earth Release]

...

[Sage Art: Level 7 (89%)]

[Flying Thunder God: Level 7 (22%)]

[Chakra: 241,987 points!]

His tasks were ongoing every day.

His power was increasing daily.

Even his chakra had grown.

Over this period, his overall strength had improved significantly.

Though his rank hadn't changed, his attributes in various areas had progressed.

Despite already being strong enough, as long as he continued completing small tasks daily, the accumulation of power would eventually become terrifying.

Moreover!

Apart from the tasks, thanks to his natural talent and being in the phase of rapid growth, his strength continued to increase even with minimal training.

"Crack!"

Itsuki clenched his fist tightly, feeling the immense power coursing through it like a tidal wave, capable of destroying everything.

This is my real power!

Hiruzen Sarutobi!

Danzo Shimura!

You're both old!

You're obsessed with schemes and plots, forgetting that this is a world of ninjas, even though it has some level of technology.

Ninjas are still the main focus.

You were once top-tier ninjas, but now you've abandoned your roots.

You've forgotten.

No matter!

I'll help you remember.

Remember your pride and your fear.

Itsuki smiled faintly, though his eyes were sharp and cold.

He had the confidence of the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan!

He hugged Temari one last time, whispering something softly in her ear before watching her leave.

Anko hadn't appeared.

The ANBU's report to the Hokage simply stated that she had gone missing.

The Third Hokage was surprised but didn't pay too much attention.

After all, she was just a Tokubetsu Jonin, not enough to affect the grand scheme of things.

In just a few days, there was no way she could become Kage-level.

...

Everyone was in position!

The referee was still Genma Shiranui!

He walked through the contestant's tunnel to the arena.

As he passed by Itsuki, Itsuki suddenly whispered, "Genma Shiranui, do you like the current Konoha? I remember you were one of the Fourth Hokage's bodyguards, a member of the Flying Thunder Formation."

Genma didn't reply, nor did he spare Itsuki a glance, simply walking away.

But!

Itsuki smiled.

He noticed that Genma's hand had subtly tightened into a fist, and a hint of aggression lingered around him.

The gap between a Tokubetsu Jonin and a full Jonin was vast.

A Jonin could attend Jonin meetings and vote on major issues.

Even the Hokage had to show them respect.

Moreover!

Being a Jonin was a great honor.

By contrast, in some people's eyes, being a Tokubetsu Jonin was an embarrassment.

What is a Tokubetsu Jonin? It's just a glorified Chunin.

They've only mastered one specific area at the Jonin level.

That's it!

Genma had been one of the Fourth Hokage Minato Namikaze's bodyguards, his strength more than sufficient.

In the original work, he even battled Gaara's teacher, Baki.

But!

He had always remained a Tokubetsu Jonin!

Was he okay with that?

No resentment?

That would make him a saint!

Itsuki sighed deeply, "Konoha has so many problem children. Third Hokage, I don't want to topple Konoha, but you've gone too far."

The arena for the third exam was enormous.

When Itsuki walked in, he was a bit stunned.

The place was so large that even two Kage-level ninjas could fight here comfortably, let alone two Genin.

In the past, watching the manga and anime, he only thought the arena was big and well-rounded.

But!

Was it really this big?

Tilting his head, Itsuki compared the size of Naruto and Hinata as they entered the arena with how they appeared in the original.

In the end!

Itsuki concluded.

The arena was at least three times bigger than in the original story!

No wonder something felt off when he first glanced at it.

This place was ridiculously huge!

For two Genin to fight in?

Could Konoha be expecting Gaara to transform into Shukaku and for Naruto to summon Gamabunta to battle him?

Itsuki's head filled with question marks.

But!

His attention was mostly focused on the platform above.

Up there sat the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, and the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

At this point, the Fourth Kazekage Rasa should already be dead at Orochimaru's hands, and the Konoha Crush plan should be nearly ready.

"Orochimaru-sensei, let's see how you destroy Konoha, and then I'll add fuel to the fire, burning this decayed village to ashes."

"No, just leave it half-destroyed. After all, Kumo and Iwa need a target."

A cold smile formed on Itsuki's lips.

Then!

He sensed a strange energy.

The Nine-Tails' chakra!

He looked down.

At that moment, Naruto was different.

A disaster-like aura surrounded him.

The violent chakra of the Nine-Tails was surging wildly, drawing everyone's attention.

"What? Naruto's losing it?"

Itsuki froze.

Because Hinata had defeated Neji, she had taken his place, becoming Naruto's opponent in the first round.

Did Naruto really need the Nine-Tails' chakra to fight Hinata?

What kind of joke is this?

Hinata had always shown nothing but kindness towards Naruto. He should have a soft spot for her!

As Itsuki stood there in shock, a tremendous force suddenly struck him from behind, slamming heavily into his back.

"Damn!"

At that moment, Itsuki felt as though his internal organs had shifted.

Had Konoha made its move?

Impossible!

His mind was filled with disbelief!

Had Konoha gone mad?

Attacking him here, at this time, in this place?

Did they not realize how many children were present?

Even if they didn't care about the kids, didn't they care about the nobles?

If a fight broke out, how many people would die?

With all his remaining strength, he turned to look.

He wanted to know who had silently crept up on him.

What he saw was Jiraiya's cold gaze.

So, it was... the Sage!

(End of the chapter.)