Chapter 22: CHAPTER 22:ITACHI'S PRESSURE
DEEP WITHIN A DARK, ABANDONED CAVE, ONLY FLICKERING TORCHES ILLUMINATE THE SPACE...
Obito Uchiha stands tall, his Sharingan eye gleaming with intensity
BLACK ZETSU SLITHERS OUT OF SHADOWS, VOICE LOW AND MENACING:
"Obito Uchiha... Madara's apprentice. Your plan to aid his resurrection progresses? Explain."
Obito's expression twists into a mad, glorious grin
OBITO'S VOICE RISES, MANIACAL LAUGHTER ECHOING OFF CAVE WALLS:
"Progressed? Ha! My plan surpasses mere resurrection aid... I will annihilate the entire Uchiha clan!"
Black Zetsu's body language remains still, yet curiosity sparks in its voice
BLACK ZETSU:
"Fascinating. Madara would seek revenge on his clan brothers who betrayed him. But your motive, Obito Uchiha... personal?"
Obito's laughter ceases, replaced by bitter venom
OBITO'S EYES BLAZE WITH HATRED:
"Yes, personal. They killed my clan brother, Kakashi's friend... and my sense of family – Rin's death was indirect Uchiha clan bloodshed.
Madara was betrayed by his own clan. I will correct history... by erasing them."
Black Zetsu nods slowly, seeming to approve
BLACK ZETSU:
"Your plan aligns with Kaguya's interests – chaos and destruction. We will observe... and possibly assist."
HOKAGE OFFICE, THIRD HOKAGE HIRUZEN SARUTOBI MEETS WITH DANZO SHIMURA, BOTH EXPRESSING CONCERN...
HIRUZEN:
"Danzo, Uchiha clan activity are bring increased and whispers of discontent are spreading. Their Sharingan eye grants power, but also arrogance."
DANZO:
"Agreed, Hiruzen. Limiting their ANBU participation and high-ranking mission assignments will... Control them. Or expose rebellion."
Meanwhile, in the Uchiha clan district
UCHIHA CLAN LEADERS GATHER IN SECRET, VOICES LOW AND URGENT:**
"Fugaku Clan leader, Third Hokage and Danzo restricting our rights – ANBU spots everywhere around our clan, missions are trivialized. Time to reclaim honor... and control."
"Fugaku-san, shall we proceed with coup plans against the Hokage?"
Fugaku's eyes narrow, nodding slowly
FUGAKU:
"Sighed deeply. Prepare clansmen.We will gather for a meeting, We will not be oppressed."
Elsewhere, Itachi Uchiha walks alone, ANBU mask in hand, looking troubled
ITACHI THINKS:
"Clan tensions has been risen again I've seen missions withheld, suspicion are casted.
Even in My ANBU,work affairs people glares at me and now even suffers... loyalty torn between village and family."
Suddenly, a figure emerges from shadows ,Shisui Uchiha, Itachi's closest friend and clan member
SHISUI:
"Itachi, your stress is palpable. Come lets talk for a while."
They stroll through silent streets; Shisui places a hand on Itachi's shoulder
SHISUI:
"Focus not on clan rebellion or village suspicion... but on how to integrate Uchiha strength into Konoha's harmony. A middle path exists, Itachi."
Itachi Uchiha's worried eyes locked onto his friend and clan member, Shisui Uchiha, seeking reassurance.
Shisui's calm face slowly broke into a gentle smile as he began to speak.
"My Mangekyo Sharingan... has awakened, Itachi," Shisui revealed softly.
Itachi's eyes widened in surprise – Mangekyo was a rare and powerful dojutsu advancement in their clan!
He took a step back, mouth agape, processing this unexpected news.
Shisui continued, his voice filled with determination:
"With this power, I swear to take responsibility for resolving the conflict between our clan and Konoha village, Itachi. No more worries."
Itachi felt a weight lift off his shoulders, his tense posture relaxing slightly as he stared at Shisui's awakened Mangekyo Sharingan.
His surprise gradually gave way to relief and trust – Shisui had always been wise and powerful, but this newfound strength elevated his confidence in his friend's promise.
Itachi's expression softened, eyes still fixed on Shisui's Mangekyo, as he whispered:
"How... when did this happen, Shisui?"
Shisui composed himself, explaining the powers of his Mangekyo:
"With this power, my eyes grant me enhanced abilities – combining original Sharingan powers with new Mangekyo strengths:
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