Hashirama Senju never expected that he had instantly killed Hiruzen Sarutobi with nothing more than his most basic strength.
If Hiruzen truly only possessed this level of power, then what gave him such confidence earlier?
After all, he hadn't even used techniques like his Flower Forest Imprisoning God, [Mokuryū no Jutsu] (Wood Dragon Technique), [Moku Jin no Jutsu] (Wooden Human Technique), [Thousand Hands Manipulation Force Thrust], or even [Summit Enlightened Thousand-Armed Cannon] yet...
Tobirama Senju couldn't help but snort softly.
It seemed his naturally airheaded older brother still didn't understand the enormous gap between himself and other ninja.
"False fame-seeking, fabricating lies—this is your tenth sin!"
Orochimaru's voice rang out among the crowd, finishing the reading of Hiruzen's crimes.
The people below were pulled back into reality by Orochimaru's voice, finally snapping out of their shock at Hashirama Senju's overwhelming power.
"So powerful... Is this really the strength of the 'God of Ninja'?"
"He truly deserves to be called the one who brought peace to the warring era. To kill an S-rank ninja so effortlessly using such an ultimate Kekkei Genkai... Absolutely terrifying!"
"In front of these two predecessors, how could Hiruzen have the audacity to claim himself as the strongest?"
Amidst the rising doubts from the crowd, Hiruzen closed his eyes in despair.
Trapped under Wood Release control, he couldn't even commit suicide anymore and could only feign death silently.
Seeing that his objective had already been achieved, Orochimaru began moving Hashirama once again.
"Orochimaru, what are you planning to do?"
Tobirama asked solemnly.
Orochimaru flicked out his tongue and licked his lips. "Naturally, it's time to destroy Konoha while we have the chance!"
"This rotten system should no longer exist."
Both Hashirama and Tobirama frowned simultaneously.
It didn't matter much to them if Orochimaru wanted revenge on Hiruzen and the others—but destroying Konoha was going too far.
"Brother, can you break free from the Impure World Reincarnation's control?"
Looking into Tobirama's hopeful gaze, Hashirama shook his head. "This technique holds strong control over reincarnated beings. Right now I can only use about half my power—I can't forcefully break free."
Upon hearing Hashirama's words, Tobirama became somewhat anxious.
If they couldn't escape the Impure World Reincarnation, then with their current power, who in Konoha would even stand a chance against them?
However, Hashirama showed little change in expression, simply lifting his head and letting out a hearty laugh. "Tobirama, we're already dead men. Let the living generation deal with these problems."
Seeing his older brother's carefree attitude, Tobirama could only sigh helplessly.
Down below, at the central area, appeared to be several figures—Raikage, Tsuchikage, and their groups.
When the moment comes, eliminate them without hesitation.
Only in this way could Konoha be adequately protected from potential attacks by other ninja villages afterward.
Of course they were delighted about the internal conflict within Konoha—why on earth would they stay here just to get dragged into it?
Seeing their leaders retreat, the ninjas from other villages quickly followed suit.
In the blink of an eye, only Konoha's ninja remained nearby.
"Damn it! Orochimaru's such a bastard. Why would he turn on the village like this?"
"That's right. It was entirely the fault of Hiruzen Sarutobi and those few—they've already gotten what they deserved."
"We're victims too!"
"Now we're doomed. With the immense power of the First and the Second, who could stand against them if they team up?"
"Could Konoha end up destroyed by its own Hokage?"
The Konoha ninja who had just witnessed the overwhelming might of Hashirama and Tobirama Senju all wore faces filled with despair.
After all, these were warriors powerful enough to dominate every clan during the chaotic era. What should Konoha do now?!
At that moment, someone shouted out, "Have you all forgotten? We still have Mirai Uchiha—a warrior like him!"
"Yeah, if it's Mirai Uchiha, he should be able to handle it, right?"
"Get real, will you?! Are you seriously this optimistic? Even if Mirai's strong, do you honestly think he can beat the First and the Second? Those two wield Wood Release!"
Listening to the surrounding voices full of sorrow, Minato Namikaze frowned and walked over to stand beside Mirai Uchiha. "Mirai, I can fight against the Second."
"I won't claim that I can defeat him, but I believe I can hold him off for a while."
Shisui Uchiha also said solemnly, "Lord Mirai, I can assist as well."
"Count me in too!"
"With us..."
Looking at Minato Namikaze, Shisui Uchiha, and the other clansmen, Mirai Uchiha merely shook his head gently.
"There's no need for unnecessary sacrifices. Take everyone and retreat to a safe distance. This matter is best left to me alone."
"But..."
"Great power entails great responsibility."
Hearing Mirai Uchiha's firm tone, the Konoha ninjas who had just realized the true nature of Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at him with deep admiration.
They really longed to drag Hiruzen here so he could open his eyes wide and see what true greatness really means!
"Alright, you all should leave now."
Waving his hand slightly at their expressions, Mirai Uchiha dismissed them.
This was a perfect chance to raise his reputation effortlessly, and he was more than capable of handling it alone.
As soon as the others left, Hashirama Senju let out a powerful roar. In an instant, an immense Wood Release technique surged forth and shattered the protective barrier.
Tobirama Senju glared at Mirai Uchiha, who stood defiantly in their path, and let out a cold scoff. "Arrogant Uchiha punk, do you really think you can stop us all by yourself?"
In response, Mirai Uchiha simply raised a finger, beckoning him forward. "Come on then!"
The sheer audacity of Mirai's gesture sent fury surging through Tobirama.
Even after all these years, those Uchiha fools still haven't changed one bit.
Thinking this, Tobirama immediately formed hand seals. [Water Release] Water-Cutting Wave!
A powerful torrent of water, capable of effortlessly slicing through mountains, roared toward Mirai Uchiha.
Crash!
A grayish-white bone shield erupted before Mirai, easily blocking Tobirama's attack.
"This is... Shikotsumyaku (Dead-Bone Pulse)?!"
Tobirama stared at Mirai in shock.
Isn't this the Kekkei Genkai of the Kaguya Clan from Kiri?
Why does an Uchiha possess it?
A hybrid?
Mirai Uchiha had no idea what Tobirama was thinking. He lowered the bone shield and said coolly, "The Second, don't embarrass yourself with such feeble Water Release techniques."
Snapping back to focus, Tobirama snorted again. [Water Release] Water Dragon Bullet!
Facing the roaring giant water dragon charging forward, a massive amount of Gold Dust instantly spewed from the gourd hanging at Mirai Uchiha's waist.
Boom!
The collision between the water dragon and the Gold Dust triggered a violent explosion.
Spray from the shattered attack splattered across Tobirama, leaving him stunned, his mouth agape in disbelief.
If that earlier Shikotsumyaku meant the opponent possibly carried Kaguya blood, then where did this current Magnet Release Kekkei Genkai come from?
Could it be that his ancestors have been blending bloodlines for generations?!
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