Black Naruto: Shadow Moon

Uchiha Setsuna's eyes became sharper, and he said in a heavy tone: "Kagezuki, you are the heir of both the Uchiha and Senju bloodlines. If you can become Hokage, you can completely change the fate of the Uchiha clan."

"We no longer have to endure the fate of being discriminated against and oppressed, but can regain the sovereignty of the village. You have the potential to lead us Uchiha out of this predicament."

Uchiha Yingyue took a deep breath and knew what Setsuna's proposal meant.

Becoming Hokage means taking responsibility for the entire village, and also means facing countless challenges and hostility.

Moreover, this is not just a personal choice, but it concerns the future of the Uchiha clan and even the entire Konoha Village.

Uchiha Setsuna looked at Yingyue, with a rare gentle tone in his voice: "Yingyue, if you choose to become Hokage, I can guarantee that the hawkish forces of the Uchiha clan will fully support you. We have powerful forces and resources. As long as you are willing, we will help you successfully ascend to the position of Hokage."

Uchiha Kagezuki was silent for a moment, his mind quickly thinking about Setsuna's words.

Yingyue understood that Setsuna's proposal was full of temptation, but it also came with huge risks.

Once Yingyue accepts this proposal, it means that Yingyue will stand at the center of power in Konoha Village and fight against countless forces.

"Why me?" Yingyue finally spoke, with a hint of doubt in his tone, "There are many strong people in the Uchiha clan, why did you choose me?"

Setsuna smiled slightly, as if he had expected Yingyue to ask this question: "It is precisely because you are a hybrid of Uchiha and Senju, and you have awakened Senju Hashirama's Wood Release that you have unique advantages. Your existence itself is a symbol, symbolizing the reconciliation between Uchiha and Senju. Moreover, your talent is unparalleled, and your future achievements are limitless."

Uchiha Yingyue nodded and understood what Uchiha Setsuna meant.

His bloodline did give him a special status in the village, which made Shadow Moon an ideal candidate.

But Uchiha Yingyue still felt conflicted, because he didn't want to be a manipulated pawn.

Uchiha Yingyue fell into deep thought. Yingyue understood the deep meaning of Setsuna's words, and realized that he might be the key person to change the destiny of the Uchiha clan.

But Yingyue also knows that the position of Hokage cannot be obtained simply by relying on support. This path is full of risks and uncertainties.

"Elder Setsuna, I am very grateful for your trust and support." Yingyue said slowly, "But becoming a Hokage is not an easy thing. I need time to think about it, and I also need to constantly improve myself in the process before I can take on such a responsibility."

Uchiha Setsuna nodded slightly, revealing a relieved smile: "You can think so calmly, which makes me more confident in you. Yingyue, our Uchiha clan will all be behind you. If you decide to become Hokage, I will support you unreservedly. If you choose another path, we will also respect your choice."

Uchiha Yingyue felt Setsuna's sincerity, and Yingyue knew that this was not just an attempt to win over, but also an expectation and entrustment of himself.

"I will not let the Uchiha clan down." Yingyue said solemnly, "No matter what path I choose in the end, I will work hard for the future of our clan."

Uchiha Setsuna nodded with satisfaction, stood up and prepared to leave: "Kagezuki, you are the hope of the Uchiha clan. No matter what the future holds, I believe you can make the most correct decision."

Uchiha Kagezuki watched Setsuna leave.

Shortly after Uchiha Setsuna's meeting with Shadow Moon ended, the Root ninja quietly left from the shadows and recorded everything on a scroll.

These agile ninjas are the elites affiliated with the root of Konoha Village. Their mission is to monitor people in the village who may pose a threat to Konoha, and the Uchiha clan and Uchiha Kagezuki are obviously on their monitoring list.

Not long after, this information about Uchiha Setsuna's contact with Uchiha Kagezuki was quickly delivered to the leader of the Root, Shimura Danzo.

Danzo read the information carefully, his expression gradually darkening.

Uchiha Setsuna is the leader of the hawk faction of the Uchiha clan. He once assassinated the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, and is an extremely dangerous existence in Danzo's eyes.

And Uchiha Kagezuki, as the heir to both Senju and Uchiha bloodlines, displayed amazing talent in Wood Release. Danzo immediately realized that the contact between these two people was not simple.

"Uchiha Setsuna and Kagezuki... this is definitely not an ordinary meeting." Danzo muttered to himself, with a sinister flash in his eyes.

He inherited Senju Tobirama's prejudice against the Uchiha clan, believing that the Uchiha clan were inherently evil and an unstable factor in Konoha Village.

Uchiha Setsuna's contact with Shadow Moon made Danzo feel a potential threat.

"The Wood Release talent displayed by Uchiha Kagezuki...if I can use it..." Danzo's thoughts were working quickly, and a plan vaguely formed in his mind.

Danzo Shimura not only wants to strengthen surveillance on Shadow Moon, but also hopes to recruit Shadow Moon into the Root and make him a chess piece under his control.

With this idea in mind, Danzo decided to meet with Sarutobi Hiruzen immediately to discuss the matter.

The next morning, Danzo came to the Hokage's office, and his visit surprised Sarutobi Hiruzen a little.

"Danzo, what's the matter?" Sarutobi Hiruzen raised his head, put down the documents in his hand, and asked calmly.

Danzo walked straight to Sarutobi Hiruzen with a sullen face and said, "Huruzen, the Root's intelligence found that Uchiha Setsuna is trying to win over Uchiha Kagezuki. The contact between these two is unusual, especially Setsuna, who once assassinated Tobirama Sensei and is still the most dangerous hawk in the Uchiha clan."

Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned slightly. Danzo's mention of Uchiha Setsuna did make him feel uneasy.

Uchiha Setsuna's extreme measures and hawkish stance have indeed always been a hidden danger in the village, but he is not in a hurry to express his position.

Shimura Danzo continued, "Kagezuki has shown an extremely powerful Wood Release talent. If such power is controlled by the Uchiha clan, it will probably pose a huge threat to the village. We cannot sit idly by and do nothing. We must strengthen our surveillance of Kagezuki. It would be best if we could bring him into the Root and completely control him in our hands."

Sarutobi Hiruzen was silent for a moment, he carefully considered Danzo's words.

Uchiha Kagezuki was indeed a special existence, but Sarutobi Hiruzen also understood that it was not a wise choice to hand over such a promising young ninja to Danzo's Root.

"Danzo, I know what you are worried about," Sarutobi Hiruzen said, his tone calm but firm, "But Shadow Moon is a talented young ninja. I hope he can grow up in a bright environment instead of being forcibly incorporated into the roots of darkness. The Wood Release talent he has shown should become the new branches and leaves of our Konoha Village instead of becoming a root underground."

Danzo's expression gradually became gloomy, and he was obviously not satisfied with Sarutobi Hiruzen's answer.

Danzo said word by word: "Hiruzen, you are too weak. The ambitions of the Uchiha clan have never changed. They will always be a hidden danger in the village. If we don't take precautions in advance, we will pay a heavy price in the future."

Sarutobi Hiruzen calmly looked at Danzo, with a hint of warning in his tone: "Danzo, don't forget that Shadow Moon and Uzumaki Mito-sama have a good relationship. We must consider the future of the village and not make wrong decisions out of prejudice and fear.

Hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen's words, Danzo's heart was burning with anger. He suppressed his anger and said coldly: "Hiruzen, you are always so naive. Shadow Moon's power is too dangerous. If you continue to indulge him like this, you will regret it in the future."

Sarutobi Hiruzen remained calm. He knew that Danzo's ambition and prejudice were deeply rooted, but he did not intend to give in.

"Danzo, I have made my decision." Sarutobi Hiruzen said firmly, not giving in at all, "Kagezuki is part of the village. I will do my best to guide him and make him the pillar of Konoha. As for the measures you mentioned, I do not agree."

A hint of coldness flashed in Danzo's eyes. He stood up suddenly and said angrily: "Hiruzen, your weakness will only lead Konoha to destruction! The threat of the Uchiha clan is imminent, but you choose to turn a blind eye!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen remained unmoved and just looked at Danzo calmly.

Danzo Shimura knew that Sarutobi Hiruzen would not change his mind, and a deep anger and disappointment surged in his heart.

Finally, Shimura Danzo said coldly: "Hiruzen, you will regret it!"

Then Sarutobi Hiruzen slammed the table and said, "Danzo, I am the Hokage!"

"boom----"

After saying this, Danzo suddenly turned around and slammed the door.