Chapter 90 – A Man Who Cannot Be Underestimated
Even Uchiha Madara was surprised.
He hadn't expected that his killing intent and immense chakra pressure—so overwhelming that it could crush Kage-level shinobi—would be unable to suppress the mysterious force exuded by the boy before him.
But the one who was truly shaken… was Black Zetsu.
He hadn't thought it possible for someone without even a drop of Ōtsutsuki blood to reach such absurd heights of power. Unease began stirring in his core.
"…Your power's not bad, kid," Madara said at last. His sharp gaze held not just calculation—but a flicker of genuine admiration.
Yusuke responded with nothing more than a faint smile.
"You're not on my level yet. But someday…"
He met Madara's gaze calmly.
"…I hope to fight you when you've returned to your prime."
"Oh?"
Madara raised an eyebrow, clearly amused.
"You think you know what I'm like at full power?"
"Not exactly. And that's why I want to see it for myself. I want to know the true strength of the Uchiha legend."
"You… already know about my plan, don't you?"
"A little," Yusuke replied casually. "But don't worry. I don't intend to stop you."
"That's good to hear. But why? Indulge me."
"No particular reason," Yusuke shrugged. "But if I had to explain… I'm chasing after something. A fight. A true fight—where I can finally go all out. Other than the Sage of Six Paths, you and the First Hokage are probably the only ones who could give me that."
"Hahahahaha!"
Madara burst into laughter, loud and full of life.
"You're just like me in my youth. I too craved the thrill of true combat."
He hadn't realized how long he'd felt alone.
Ever since Hashirama's death, not a single soul in the shinobi world had been worth drawing his blade against.
"Then when you return… I'll come find you. Make sure you're at your best, Madara."
"Agreed! I give you my word, Hatake Yusuke. I—Uchiha Madara—will be waiting for that day to come!"
His booming laughter echoed through the gloomy cave.
Though his body was aged and frail, his spirit burned with youthful fire—wild, untamed, and fearless.
"…There's one more reason I came," Yusuke added. "It's about my younger brother—Hatake Kakashi. I hope you and your people don't plan to touch him."
Madara narrowed his eyes.
"And I also want something else. The complete training method for mastering the Sharingan."
"…Fine. I give you my word. I won't lay a hand on anyone close to you. But know this—what happens in the future depends on your own strength. Don't die too soon, kid. I like you."
"And I think you know… between you and me, only one of us will walk away in the end."
Yusuke's voice was low, cold, and certain.
"I believe that one will be me."
"Hah! The shinobi world only has room for one god," Madara replied, his grin wide.
"Then come. In a few years, let's fight for that throne."
He tossed Yusuke a scroll.
"This is the full documentation on the Sharingan's training. Take it."
"…Then I'll be going."
Without another word, Yusuke turned and stepped into a tear in space, vanishing without a trace.
Madara sat quietly for a moment, lips curved upward.
"…Such a unique space-time technique. And yet… that's what makes this so exciting."
Even in the face of such strange and formidable power, Madara showed no fear.
Because he was Uchiha Madara—a man who had never backed down from anyone, not even Hashirama Senju.
Once Yusuke had completely disappeared, Black Zetsu finally spoke, his voice heavy with concern.
"Madara-sama… shouldn't we do something about him?"
"There's no need," Madara replied coolly.
"This world needs someone like him. Besides… since Hashirama died, it's been far too long since I felt anything close to anticipation. Don't worry. He said it himself—I believe he won't interfere with our plans."
In his heart, Madara knew: Yusuke wasn't the type to lie.
That silent agreement between two kings who stood atop the world… was as binding as any contract.
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Back in Konohagakure
Yusuke had returned, locking himself away in his room.
"…Claim the reward."
[Ding!]
[Congratulations, Host, for completing the mission. Please proceed with the Devil Fruit lottery.]
"…Spin."
[Ding!]
[You have obtained a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit!]
"…Interesting ability," Yusuke muttered with a small smile. But behind it, his heart was calm. Unstirred.
"…Begin fusion."
[Ding!]
[Fusion starting…]
[Ding!]
[Fusion successful!]
"I didn't expect such a dramatic improvement," he murmured, clenching his fist.
"This isn't just a power-up… it's a complete refinement."
His chakra reserves now rivaled Hashirama Senju himself.
His combat strength had soared to match those who wielded the Rinnegan—like Madara.
"But still… it's not enough. Not yet."
"To reach Six Paths level... I've got a long road ahead. Which means… it's time to set the next phase into motion."
He gazed up at the ceiling.
His next goal—
Was to awaken his own ocular power. A unique Dōjutsu that had never existed before.
Not the Rinnegan.
But the Tenseigan.
He still remembered: when Hyūga Hinata was just a child, the Ōtsutsuki Clan had descended from the moon. That would be the perfect window of opportunity.
Although he already possessed the Door-Door Fruit, the strange energy surrounding the moon currently blocked him. He wasn't yet strong enough to force his way through… nor seize the Tenseigan outright.
But the main characters of this world were still years away from being born.
If his growth continued at this pace… by the time that moment arrived, he would be more than ready.
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"You're back already, huh?"
A soft voice called from behind.
Tsunade appeared in the doorway of his room.
"Yeah. You just got back too?"
Yusuke turned with a light smile.
"You're grinning like that… Don't tell me you fell for someone while you were training?"
Tsunade teased, smirking playfully.
"Haha. You've got quite the imagination,"
Yusuke laughed.
"I'm just working on planning a more… interesting future."
"Oh? An interesting future?"
She raised an eyebrow.
"Don't tell me there's actually someone out there who could challenge you? Seems unlikely."
To her, it was impossible.
Yusuke's strength already rivaled that of her grandfather, Hashirama. There was no way the future generation could ever surpass him.
"…It's not impossible," Yusuke said, his eyes shining faintly.
"In fact… there's only one person in this world who could truly be my rival."
"Eh? Who is it?!"
"…You'll find out eventually."
"Hmph."
Tsunade puffed her cheeks in mock annoyance.
"Don't pout. Come on, I made something good at my place. Let's go eat."
Yusuke gently grabbed her hand and opened a rift in space.
"…Hmph. I'll forgive you only because there's food involved,"
Tsunade replied, pretending to stay mad.
"Typical woman…"
Yusuke mumbled with a smile.
As expected…
No woman could resist delicious food—especially his cooking.
Moments later, they reappeared in the middle of the village market, walking hand in hand, casually shopping for fresh ingredients.
It was a peaceful sight.
And the villagers weren't even surprised anymore.
Everyone knew the relationship between the two.
— — —
"Yusuke-sama, Tsunade-sama—Hokage-sama has summoned you both to his office."
An Anbu suddenly appeared in front of them.
"…Got it."
"Ugh, what a pain!"
Tsunade groaned, full of fire.
"If this isn't important, I swear I'll shave that old man's beard off myself!"
The Anbu broke out in a cold sweat.
Honestly…
Only Tsunade could get away with talking like that.
She was the granddaughter of the First Hokage and one of the Legendary Sannin.
And Hatake Yusuke?
He was a monster feared by every major village. Even Konoha's top brass handled him with extreme caution.
"You're dismissed," Yusuke said with a glance, waving the Anbu away.
Without waiting another second, the masked ninja vanished on the spot—he didn't dare linger a moment longer.
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