Hokage: I Am an Uchiha with the Power to Extract Entries

Uchiha Yuma's pupils shrank.

"Scorpion?"

Yes, it was him. The legendary puppet master of Sunagakure.

Yuma's mind raced. The current timeline hadn't reached the chaos of the Third Ninja War. The disappearance of the Third Kazekage hadn't yet happened, and Sunagakure was still intact.

This meant Scorpion was still loyal to his village, operating under the banner of Kazekage.

For Uchiha Yuma, the idea of encountering two ninjas of "Kage-level" strength—the Third Kazekage and the genius puppet master Scorpion—didn't fill him with fear. Instead, it sparked a surge of excitement.

His recent mastery of the Flying Thunder God Technique, combined with Uchiha-style combat, and his newly upgraded chakra weapon, had elevated him to Elite Jōnin level. Facing off against such formidable foes seemed less a threat and more an opportunity to test his evolving strength.

"Bring it on," Yuma thought as he clenched his newly forged chakra blade—a gift from Fugaku. The weapon, infused with chakra metal, was not only razor-sharp but also adept at conducting chakra. Its vampiric enhancements allowed it to restore itself by absorbing the iron in blood—a boon in prolonged battles.

Gathering at Konoha's Gate

After resting and preparing, Yuma made his way to the Konoha gates. Around twenty ninjas were assembled, many of them wearing the Jōnin vests that marked their elite rank.

He scanned the group, recognizing two key figures from Konoha's clans.

First, Akimichi Choza, the burly red-haired leader of the famed "Ino–Shika–Cho" formation, and father of the future Akimichi Choji.

Second, Aburame Shibi, a silent but formidable figure with his iconic sunglasses and the large bug container strapped to his back—the father of Aburame Shino.

These two were pillars of Konoha's strength, and their presence boosted Yuma's confidence. With Namikaze Minato leading the mission and himself wielding the Flying Thunder God Technique, the team seemed more than capable of rescuing the hostages.

Yuma politely greeted everyone before joining his squad—Kakashi, Obito, and Rin. Noticing Obito's nervous demeanor, he leaned over with a reassuring smile.

"Obito, relax. This is our chance to prove ourselves. With Sensei leading us, and the strength of Uchiha in your veins, there's no challenge we can't face. Keep your head high—we're here to support each other."

Obito blinked, taken aback, before nodding with newfound determination. "You're right, Yuma. Uchiha don't back down from challenges!"

Minato, observing from a distance, smiled at the interaction. Even Akimichi Choza remarked, "Minato-kun, your disciples are exceptional. That boy Yuma has the makings of a great leader."

Minato's pride swelled as he signaled the team to move. "Alright, everyone, the rescue operation begins now. Let's head out!"

Infiltrating the Land of Wind

After several days of travel, the team arrived near the capital of the Land of Wind. Their Inuzuka ninja, aided by tracking dogs, pinpointed the location of the hostages within a secluded courtyard.

Namikaze Minato, alongside Akimichi Choza and Aburame Shibi, devised a plan. "The hostages are being held under heavy guard," Shibi reported. "Two massive chakra signatures are present. One belongs to the Kazekage. The other... based on the tremors in my insects, must be the 'Scorpion of the Red Sand.'"

Minato's face hardened. "We'll split into teams. The main goal is to secure the hostages. I'll engage the Kazekage. Yuma, you'll handle Scorpion. The rest of you will support the extraction."

Yuma nodded, his resolve firm. "Understood, Sensei."

With the teams set, they stealthily infiltrated the courtyard. As expected, the Third Kazekage stood near the hostages, flanked by Scorpion and a squad of puppet soldiers.

Minato wasted no time, vanishing in a flash of golden light to confront the Kazekage.

"Leave the puppet master to me," Yuma declared, his Sharingan igniting as he charged forward.

Scorpion's lips curled into a smirk. "An Uchiha, huh? Let's see if you're as impressive as the legends say."

Yuma raised his chakra blade, feeling the surge of power coursing through him. This was it—the true test of his strength.