Naruto: Dual-Pupil Uchiha-Chapter 576 - 575 : Aburame Clan Joins!!

"Yes, restart the Uchiha extermination plan!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at a somewhat confused Homura and Koharu Utatane, and he gave a decisive nod.

Restart the extermination of the Uchiha clan!

But Koharu frowned and spoke, "Do we really have to wipe out the Uchiha in this plan? The Uchiha are thriving now."

"Why insist on exterminating the Uchiha?"

She was still worried, worried that the plan might fail.

Recently, the Uchiha clan had grown more prominent and powerful, and unless absolutely necessary, it would be better not to provoke them.

"Hehe. Because they already know about our actions against them from a few years ago!" Danzo looked at the two and continued calmly. "If we don’t act, they will act against us!"

"Besides, Atsukara has deep ties with them."

Danzo spoke in a composed tone. Even if they didn’t move against the Uchiha, the clan would not remain peaceful with them.

Moreover, the recent night raid on the Root laboratory was orchestrated by Atsukara. It was only a matter of time before the Uchiha discovered it.

Hehe, when that time comes, the Uchiha certainly won’t just ignore it. To prevent exposure, we must strike first—exterminate the Uchiha!

"Even if they know, they won’t dare attack us, right?" Homura asked.

"They will... Have you forgotten the Konoha assassin who hunted ninjas from our four clans around Konoha?" Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke calmly, his eyes slowly lifting to meet theirs. "This must be done. What are your opinions?"

"If you don’t want to participate, you can leave now."

"If you stay, I will use Reanimation Jutsu to resurrect your clan’s ancestors and make your clans the top clans of Konoha!"

After he spoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo stared at the two, seemingly waiting for their answer.

In truth, this was also Hiruzen’s way of forcing a decision.

These two were too indecisive. If he didn’t push them, they would never fully stand on his side.

The promise of Reanimation Jutsu was not only a temptation but also a way to make them choose a side.

To make them completely commit, leaving no way to retreat.

This way,

They would also gain allies. Even if some mistakes occurred, their clans would help cover them.

As expected.

The moment those words were spoken, the expressions of Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane became extremely strange.

Agree.

Or refuse.

The two of them fell into hesitation.

If they refused, neither Hiruzen Sarutobi nor Danzo would let them off.

And if they rejected it outright, they might not even be able to leave the Hokage’s office today.

When the Uchiha clan was destroyed in the future, their own clans might even be dragged down with them.

Based on their understanding of Danzo and Hiruzen Sarutobi, this was absolutely something those two were capable of doing.

But if they agreed...

Then they would be completely tied to these two madmen.

They would share success and share ruin.

With the personalities of those two, if the plan truly failed, not only they themselves but even their clans would be doomed forever.

So... the two of them struggled internally.

However, when they looked at each other, their expressions grew heavier.

After only a brief moment of hesitation, both of them nodded.

"We agree. But... the people we control through Reanimation Jutsu must be chosen by us."

The reason they had been able to sit in these positions for so many years was not just luck.

Although they were somewhat weak and indecisive, their thinking was extremely clear.

If they did not agree today, Hiruzen Sarutobi would dare to announce tomorrow that the two of them had suddenly died from an acute illness.

If he were even more ruthless, he could simply kill them directly, then use Reanimation Jutsu to resurrect and control them.

No matter which option it was, they had no solution at all.

"Hahaha... good. We are still of one mind!"

Seeing them agree, Hiruzen Sarutobi finally burst into laughter, a smile appearing on his face.

There was satisfaction in his eyes.

These two old fellows still knew how to read the situation.

If they did not, then since they already knew the plan, they would only be able to take the first step on the road to death.

"In that case, let’s plan this properly." 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

Danzo also nodded in satisfaction, though his tone was unusually grave.

Plan?

Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane were momentarily stunned, but still nodded.

Since they had chosen a side, they had to give it their all.

Otherwise, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo would suspect them of disloyalty.

That could even lead to the failure of the plan.

"Then what should we do?"

Koharu Utatane frowned as she spoke.

"The Uchiha clan is too prosperous right now. If they discover that we intend to act against them, they will definitely fight back."

"We strike only when we possess absolute power."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded.

The last time they tried to destroy the Uchiha clan, they failed because they did not properly evaluate the clan’s true strength— and because of the involvement of the mysterious organization that interfered from the shadows.

This time, they had to be ready.

"We will make perfect preparations this time!" Danzo nodded, his tone unusually calm. "We will have absolute power to suppress them!"

"Absolute power?" Koharu Utatane asked in surprise.

"That’s right. Absolute power to keep them under control!" Danzo affirmed.

Homura asked, "Who?"

"The First Hokage and the Second Hokage. If they are both resurrected, they can suppress the members of Atsukara!" Danzo spoke seriously, his tone growing heavier.

Especially the First Hokage—he once subdued the entire ninja world. Now, if resurrected with immortality, his power would be even greater!

Then!

Who in the ninja world would they still fear?

"The First Hokage is strong, but he loves peace by nature. He wouldn’t participate in this matter," Homura said, slightly shocked.

"Then there’s the Second Hokage. He holds extreme hatred for the Uchiha. He can persuade the First Hokage!" Danzo nodded and continued. "Besides, even if he refuses, it won’t matter. We can control the resurrected people."

A deep breath escaped them. Both nodded seriously.

"So, what should we do?" Homura asked, nodding.

"Assign people to monitor the Uchiha clan’s movements, and hide Root’s traces," Hiruzen Sarutobi distributed the tasks. Since they had all joined the plan, there was no need to keep anything secret.

And so, the Konoha Council began plotting. That night promised no sleep.

The next day, Genya had just finished training and returned to the Uchiha Merchant Association when he saw Shino leading a middle-aged man at the entrance of the association. They unexpectedly met.

Genya recognized the man. He was the head of the Aburame clan, Shino’s father, Aburame Shibi.

"Genya..."

Shino saw Genya and quickly greeted him excitedly.

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