Capítulo 199: Chapter 199
If war breaks out on Iwagakure's side, then Konoha's resources naturally can't continue to be sold externally, and he can naturally take a break.
For him, this isn't a pleasant situation. He's a classic "willing-to-be-on-call" kind of person, and people like him are Kaito's favorite.
But unfortunately, he's now encountering some minor troubles that prevent Kakuzu from being on-call. This situation not only displeases Kaito but also frustrates Kakuzu greatly.
Currently, Kakuzu spends every day with Deidara. Kaito has received messages from Kakuzu more than once, hoping he could be assigned solo missions away from that brat, Deidara.
Clearly, he's been quite tormented by Deidara.
"So, are you suggesting we let Kakuzu take some action?"
Kaito immediately understood Shisui's meaning, which made him unconsciously stroke his chin.
"That might not be a bad idea. With Kakuzu overseeing things, a lot can be avoided. Moreover, I'm thinking, maybe we could also make a move with that guy Deidara."
"You can't be serious, have him attack Iwagakure?"
Shisui, hearing Kaito's words, widened his eyes in disbelief.
"Though that kid is a rogue ninja from Iwagakure, he doesn't necessarily hold any grudges against the village. Taking such action could very well backfire. Even though I didn't agree with you bringing him back from the beginning, now that he's here, we should take responsibility. Even if my viewpoint sounds naive, still..."
"No, not naive. I hope you always maintain such a perspective."
Kaito interrupted Shisui with a smile before he could finish.
"Even though we hold high positions and must view everything with a calm mind, being too detached can slowly erode our humanity. We live in this world as individuals, naturally having all sorts of thoughts. Being responsible and compassionate is good, and should be retained. However, this only applies to our own people. For outsiders and enemies..."
"Outsiders can be ignored, but for enemies... they must be eradicated entirely!"
This time, Shisui's expression became serious, his intense, murderous aura seeming to satisfy Kaito.
"Don't worry, I was just thinking aloud. I haven't planned to let Deidara confront Iwagakure's people directly, but that doesn't mean he has nothing to do."
Kaito nodded at Shisui and continued with a smile.
"I intend to have him look for some potential targets, preferably letting him wander around the Land of Hot Water."
"The Land of Hot Water? Are you worried about those guys from Kumogakure?"
Shisui's reaction was swift, understanding Kaito's thoughts in an instant.
"We should indeed be concerned about Kumogakure. Those folks are all madmen. If they get involved, things could become complicated. Since you've made arrangements, I'll rest easy. Once Elder Fugaku makes a decision, I'll notify them.
But there's something I want to ask. When you said we'd team up, shouldn't we have another teammate?"
"Exactly, there's one more person."
Kaito nodded with a smile. He had no intention of hiding this, so telling Shisui directly was just right.
"As you know, it's Yaneko."
"Oh?"
Upon hearing Kaito's words, a playful smile appeared on Shisui's face.
"The one from the Nara clan? I had a feeling.
But being with her, why do I feel like I'm playing third wheel?"
"You and your thoughts."
Kaito didn't even bother responding to Shisui's jesting, finding his thoughts somewhat speechless.
He admitted he had a certain fondness for Yaneko. After all, she didn't have the Nara clan male's distinctive pineapple-shaped hairstyle.
Usually, she lets her hair down, the straight black locks deeply touching Kaito's heart.
During battles, she ties her hair up, and that high black ponytail seems to constantly dance in Kaito's vision.
Moreover, they've known each other since childhood and have been teammates. How could Kaito not have fond feelings for such familiarity and cooperation?
However, this time, Kaito's decision to include Yaneko wasn't merely out of affection. Yaneko's analytical abilities are genuinely exceptional!
Kaito's previously demonstrated skills were largely because he was familiar with the original work and understood how to navigate challenges.
Furthermore, he emphasized more than once that his strength lies in macro perspectives; he's quite average when it comes to handling details.
But Yaneko is different. While she might not see the broader picture as intricately as Kaito, her proficiency in various details is unparalleled — something even Kaito admits he can't match.
This war is something not found in the original story, so he must approach it with caution.
He can discern the reasons for Danzo's war initiation, analyze some of Danzo's psychological motivations, and methods.
But when it comes to the actual battlefield, even regular missions, Kaito feels that he truly falls short compared to Yaneko.
"Stop speaking nonsense. It's tedious. Besides, you still don't have a girlfriend. What's on your mind?"
"Is the clan leader admitting he has Yaneko as his girlfriend?"
Shisui teased Kaito with a smile, leaving Kaito momentarily at a loss for words.
If he agreed, wouldn't that be a confirmation?
If he denied, Shisui would undoubtedly retort with something like, "Why the rush when the clan leader hasn't even approached me?"
"Get lost. Prepare yourself; we depart tomorrow."
With a glare at Shisui, Kaito briskly walked towards his room after dropping that line. Shisui chuckled and swiftly left the spot.
While war is nothing to be happy about, if they don't maintain a good mindset confronting it, the outcomes could be even graver.
Once back home, Kaito naturally needed to rest. He didn't need to worry about Yaneko since Shikaku Nara would undoubtedly inform her.
After returning, Kaito pondered the course of this war, such as its possible extent.
The general direction of a small-scale, low-intensity conflict was set; the details of its execution would be Tsunade's responsibility.
As for Kaito, he still had many choices and tasks ahead. Otherwise, he wouldn't have formed a team possessing two pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan.
The existence of his team is actually similar to the squad of Minato Namikaze back then, designated for completing critical missions.
Minato's squad's most significant mission was to destroy the Kannabi Bridge, but Kaito's team, being more potent, could accomplish much more.
"For instance, directly raiding Iwagakure's main camp, or even causing havoc in the Grass Country's Iwagakure sector, or perhaps..."
Or perhaps, when Ōnoki reaches the front lines, they could strike within Iwagakure or even ambush Ōnoki midway!
With their strength, Kaito's team could achieve all this. While it might come at a significant cost, this is strategic deterrence.
However, being able to do something and choosing to do it are two different matters.
For example, if Kaito truly eliminated Ōnoki or started a major offensive within Iwagakure, triggering mass hysteria could spell disaster.
Many things aren't as simple as one wishes; the consequences of a situation blowing up are sometimes unimaginable.
Even if Kaito is incredibly powerful, facing a mob would force him to flee. After all, the episode involving the Third Raikage serves as a lesson for all.
And Konohagakure, no matter how strong, especially in its current recovery phase, might not withstand an assault from all major shinobi villages.
"So, certain matters require careful consideration. Reckless actions won't lead to victory but could bring disastrous results."
Kaito took a deep breath and lay down on his bed, intending to thoroughly contemplate their operational plan.
But just then, Kaito suddenly felt an eerie fluctuation spreading within him, instantly alerting him.
He knew very well; this was a reaction from his system!
Although Kaito was puzzled - he had just received a skill extraction opportunity last time, why was he getting another so soon?
But Kaito wouldn't overthink. Such opportunities were always welcomed; he never thought them excessive.
[Current Binding: Uchiha Clan]
[Current Status: Stable and Prosperous — You've resolved internal clan issues and neutralized external threats.
You've solidified the Uchiha Clan's place in Konoha, continuously strengthened the Uchihas, and ensured their integration within the village.]
[Prosperity Level: 22,000 (The standard clan baseline prosperity is 10,000)]
[Recommendation: Continue to enhance the clan. Making the Uchiha the strongest clan in Konoha is the goal you must achieve as the Uchiha Clan Leader.]
[You've accumulated 1,000 points, eligible for one skill extraction.]
Seeing his clan's prosperity level, Kaito felt that perhaps if a zero was missing, it might remind him of a certain "Reiss."
However, these things aren't the crux of the matter. The key is that Kaito has once again received an opportunity to extract skills, and most crucially, he has no idea why.
"System, why did I get another opportunity? Although I'm delighted, hasn't my clan only been steadily progressing lately?"
Kaito directly posed the question. If he's uncertain about something, he needs clarity, especially when it concerns the system's point calculations.
Only by understanding these issues can Kaito continuously seek ways to exploit the system.
Though reality has already proven that Kaito's attempts to game the system aren't very feasible, since the system has its own calculation methods and standards.
All Kaito can do is honestly adhere to these standards and continually improve. There isn't much else that can be done.
Yet, Kaito still harbors hopes of exploiting the system. Even without opportunities, why not do some research?
[Due to the host's efforts in promoting reforms in Konoha, although you were just one among many involved in these reforms, it's sufficient for the residents of Konoha to recognize and appreciate the host, further enhancing the clan's reputation. Clan development is comprehensive, and reputation is a factor. The prosperity of the host's clan always takes reputation into account.
Previously, the host's clan reputation was negative. While it improved over time, it merely reversed the previous adverse state.
Now, the host's clan reputation is in a positive state, and we hope the host can manage this better.]
Reputation?
Upon hearing this, Kaito found it somewhat ironic. He didn't need the system to tell him about the Uchiha's previous bad reputation; he knew it all too well.
But he hadn't realized that the system also took these things into account. It probably didn't mention it earlier because it was too disastrous.
Now that things have improved, the system started to calculate points. This realization made Kaito somewhat apprehensive.
After all, the adverse effects didn't directly deduct points from Kaito, which in itself was fortunate.
"Wait, maybe it did deduct points, and I didn't know. After all, this darned system has never been transparent about its calculation methods."
Any gratitude Kaito felt disappeared in an instant. Lack of transparency implies there's still much room for manipulation.
Given his various moves within Konoha, especially after gaining significant influence, Kaito's actions have also been opaque.
In his understanding, the residents of Konoha have the right to know everything, but they also have the right not to know.
In other words, Kaito has the right to disclose everything, but he also has the right not to disclose everything.
How to maneuver, how to manage both sides, it's entirely up to them. No one else should even think about interfering too much!
However, Kaito quickly shook his head. Now is not the time to think about all this mess, as he has more pressing matters to attend to.
That is, to extract this round's skill!
Considering the skills Kaito has acquired, they are diverse and each one is exceptionally brilliant.
He's already used up skills such as 'True Evolution', 'Dark Scythe', and 'Valor' - all of which granted him significant power boosts.
Yet, he still possesses numerous abilities, like the Black Flame that can replace a regular blaze, and the Waterfowl Dance, which earned him the title 'Uchiha Blade'.
To Kaito, these two skills are god-tier, and he uses them the most and has mastered them perfectly.
Besides these, he also possesses skills like the Sky Dance Technique, Chakra Shield, Mystic Art: Void Walk, Mystic Art: Thunder Prison, and Mystic Art: Steadfast Will.
And the skill that can amplify the strength, speed, and power of his Susano'o - Grand Destruction.
All of these are active skills. While Kaito uses some less frequently, each skill is immensely powerful.
Even if he uses them sparingly now, who knows about the future? After all, some skills are specifically for preparing for what's ahead.
Of course, most crucially, Kaito also possesses growth-oriented or unique effect passive skills, such as Ascension Steps and Forest's Friend.
Both these skills are passive, but they genuinely offer Kaito an unimaginable growth potential!
It can be said that the range of abilities Kaito has acquired is vast, and they're diverse. They contribute immensely to his actual combat strength, making him formidable and powerful.
And he's greatly anticipating the current extraction, even if it's just one chance.
"Last time, I obtained the Forest's Friend, which allowed me access to sage techniques. I wonder what I'll get this time."
Kaito muttered to himself, and soon after, he opened his extraction interface.
But when he saw the skill he could acquire this time, Kaito was dumbfounded. He stared intently at the interface, his body starting to tremble.
He had been waiting for so long, and when such a skill appeared again, he couldn't control his emotions!
[Mystic Art: Ravenous Crow Swarm: You've acquired the Spirit Communication Technique: Raven.
The presence of the Raven can assist you in casting illusions and ninjutsu, and it can also enhance the effectiveness of the techniques you perform by 30%.
After you defeat an enemy, the Raven can consume their chakra. This chakra can then be channeled back to you when needed in battle, ensuring the strength of your combat.]
[Mystic Art: Multiplying Shadows: When you cast this technique, the vision of all enemies around you will be affected by chakra, making everything appear incredibly dim.
At this moment, your teleportation technique will also see significant enhancement. Within a certain range, you can quickly appear next to an enemy using teleportation and deliver a fatal blow.]
[Thousand Grace Mark: You can actively mark an enemy, or wait for the system to mark one for you.
Once you complete the marked hunt, you can enhance a specific ability of your own.
This ability is not limited to eyes, bloodline, or a certain technique.]
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