The circumstances surrounding the death of Uchiha Shisui, a topic silenced for eight years, ignited heated discussions throughout Konoha and the entire Shinobi World following the screen's revelations.
In Kirigakure,
"The shinobi capable of killing Shisui hasn't revealed themselves? Strange."
"If it were me, I'd have proudly claimed responsibility long ago. What an opportunity for fame!"
In Iwagakure,
"I vaguely recall the Third Tsuchikage ordering us to retreat unconditionally upon encountering the Yellow Flash. Seeing Shisui's speed reminded me of him... perhaps it's just my imagination?"
"No, it's not your imagination. Shisui's Shunshin speed was extraordinary, perhaps only slightly below the Fourth Raikage and the Fourth Hokage. Facing him, retreat isn't shameful!"
In Sunagakure,
"What made Shisui truly terrifying was his ultimate genjutsu. Those eyes could trap someone in an illusion without them even realizing it."
"Felt like I died under that jutsu in a past life!" someone joked.
In Konoha,
The crowd in the square turned their attention towards Sarutobi Hiruzen and the other village elders. They clearly expected answers regarding the true cause of Uchiha Shisui's death.
"Lord Third Hokage, how did Shisui truly die? Even though he was an Uchiha, we admire his contributions to the village."
"We were told he committed suicide... but after seeing this, I don't believe it!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen realized the situation was becoming volatile. Without a convincing explanation, public sentiment might swing towards demanding rehabilitation for the Uchiha Clan.
He cleared his throat slightly:
"Uchiha Shisui, like his ancestor Uchiha Kagami, was a shinobi who truly embodied the Will of Fire. He loved this village deeply and always put its needs first. He served as a crucial bridge between the village and the Uchiha Clan, striving for peaceful coexistence. He made many sacrifices... and ultimately, tragically, took his own life."
Hearing the Third Hokage's words, the crowd murmured praises for Shisui, their admiration for this particular Uchiha shinobi growing. However, Sarutobi Hiruzen subtly wiped sweat from his brow. While his praise was genuine, he had glossed over the actual cause of Shisui's death, withholding the full truth.
The crucial question remained unanswered: Why did he commit suicide?
As the crowd lamented the loss of such a hero, the screen flickered back to life.
At that moment, everyone across the Shinobi World watched the screen with bated breath. They realized they were completely captivated, drawn into the process of uncovering the hidden truths of the Shinobi World—prying into the secrets of individuals and the world itself. The screen felt like a door to a new world, forcing them to view the Shinobi World through a lens of fairness and truth. Though the screen's controller remained unknown, they desperately hoped the revelations would continue, eager to satisfy their burning curiosity.
[The screen continued...]
[On screen, Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzō were seated, facing each other.]
["The Uchiha are holding another clan meeting tonight. They must be preparing for coup," Danzō stated, his dissatisfaction clear.]
["I will try to solve this problem and we have both Shisui and Itachi to help us , don't we " Hiruzen replied,
Then added, "Shisui will attend the meeting .If Fugaku truly intends rebellion, Shisui will use his Kotoamatsukami to stop him."]
[Just then, Shisui entered and declared his intention,
["I will make clan leader Fugaku reconsider!
I'll find a way for us to coexist with the village!"]
["Changing Fugaku alone won't change the sentiment of the entire Uchiha Clan!" Danzō retorted, disagreeing with the plan.]
["If they are willing to change, then the village must also be willing to change. We must overcome our prejudice against the Uchiha Clan," Hiruzen insisted.]
[The scene shifted.
Standing before the entrance to the Root headquarters, silhouetted against the setting sun, were two figures.]
[Shisui and Danzō.]
["Lord Danzō, the meeting will begin soon," Shisui said, a hint of urgency in his voice.]
["And what will you do if, even after you cast your genjutsu on Fugaku, the village still refuses to change?" Danzō asked coldly.]
["Lord Hokage promised me things will change."]
["But someone like me, ever suspicious, will never stop distrusting your Uchiha Clan. What will you do then?" Danzō pressed, his face grim.]
["But..." Shisui hesitated, unsure how to respond.]
["Will you use Kotoamatsukami on me then?"]
[As Shisui grappled with the question, Danzō suddenly lunged, reaching for Shisui's right eye. "Your Sharingan will be mine!" he declared triumphantly.]
[Shisui reacted instantly, trapping Danzō in a genjutsu.]
[But Danzō, likely using Izanagi, broke free instantly and reappeared before Shisui. With swift, practiced movements, he struck Shisui and gouged out his right eye.]
[He immediately implanted the stolen Sharingan into his own empty right socket after removing the old white sharingan.
"Now give me the other one!" Danzō commanded coldly.]
"Impressive. He must have practiced that eye-snatching move many times to be so proficient!" Ōnoki mocked.
"You Konoha shinobi are true experts at infighting! Makes Kumogakure look downright peaceful in comparison! Hey Danzō, want a job in Kumo?" the Fourth Raikage shouted, clearly enjoying the drama.
"Attacking such a handsome young man...
Danzō is truly ruthless!..
If he were mine, I'd treasure him," Terumī Mei remarked, covering her mouth with a sly smile.
"Danzō! So you were the one who attacked Shisui! I was counting on him to foster peace between the Uchiha and Konoha! You've gone too far this time!" Hiruzen exclaimed bitterly.
Danzō realized all his secrets were exposed. His only hope now was to control the Konoha leadership present, forcing them to defend him.
In that instant, Danzō secretly activated Shisui's stolen eye, attempting to use Kotoamatsukami to subtly alter the minds of Konoha's prominent clan heads and Jōnin, turning them into staunch supporters like himself.
"Lord Danzō, cease using Kotoamatsukami immediately! My Byakugan can see your chakra manipulation!" Hyūga Hiashi stepped forward, exposing Danzō's ploy.
Instantly, Danzō found himself surrounded by Konoha's enraged leaders. He was trapped!
"You...! You all tacitly agreed with the decision to eliminate the Uchiha Clan back then!"
Danzō roared, cornered and furious.
"Don't spout nonsense, Lord Danzō! We are all shinobi loyal to the Leaf village! We would never condone such actions!" Nara Shikaku retorted sharply.
"Indeed! Don't slander us!"
The other clan heads quickly distanced themselves from Danzō, denouncing him.
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