Not long after returning just outside the village, Mirai Uchiha, Guy, and Might Duy were surrounded by several masked ninjas.
"Mirai Uchiha, you violated protocol and left the village. Now come with us."
The lead ninja spoke.
"Mirai only came to give me a weapon. He didn't betray the village."
"And besides… without Mirai, we'd probably all be dead, and our cargo would've been destroyed by the enemy!"
Guy took a couple steps forward and explained to the masked ninjas.
Hearing Guy's explanation, the leader of the masked ninjas snickered mockingly, "Since both of you are associated with Mirai Uchiha, you might as well come with us too."
As his words fell, several surrounding ninjas directly prepared to take action against Mirai Uchiha and the others.
"Just who exactly are you?"
"Even if you want us to go with you, shouldn't you at least show us some sort of official order or documentation?"
Might Duy stepped in front of Guy, "We still don't even know your identities. On what grounds do you expect us to follow you?"
"Hmph! Just keep quiet and comply," the lead masked man said coldly, "If you want to become rogue ninja, then keep resisting."
Damn it!
Faced with the aggressive stance from the masked men, Might Duy and Guy both felt somewhat helpless.
Being commoners by birth, this was their first time facing such a situation, and they had no idea how to respond.
Seeing the fearful expressions on Might Duy and Guy's faces, the lead ninja seemed accustomed to such reactions and immediately waved his hand toward his subordinates.
"First, seal their chakra."
"Yes!"
Just as these ninja were about to act, a calm voice rang out, "Regardless of who you are, I'm giving you now one opportunity—step aside."
When this voice finished speaking, the leader drew his weapon, raising his head to laugh loudly, "Mirai Uchiha, did you really think just having a little power lets you do whatever you want?"
"Even if the Uchiha Clan Head himself stood here, today he'd still have to come with us!"
After finishing his sentence, the lead ninja prepared to attack—but suddenly found himself completely immobilized by several large, rusty nails piercing through his body.
[Demonic Illusion: Nail Paralysis]
Mirai Uchiha's spiritual power, already absurdly strong thanks to the boost from his attribute points, was further enhanced by activating the Mangekyo Sharingan.
His genjutsu was nothing short of divine—certainly beyond anything ordinary people could resist.
All six masked ninjas fell under the illusion in an instant.
"Mirai, what exactly do you plan to do?!"
Seeing Mirai Uchiha draw his long katana, Might Duy and Guy both flinched in surprise.
"Once you take up arms, you'd better be ready to die."
Mirai Uchiha flicked his arm casually, and all six ninjas blocking his path dropped with their throats sliced open.
[Ding! Congratulations, Master! Looted reward: +1 Spiritual Power!]
[Ding! Congratulations, Master! Looted reward: Secret Art · Mind Body Switch Technique!]
[...]
The system notifications rang out six times. Mirai Uchiha shook the blood off his blade before returning it to its sheath.
Witnessing this, Duy Might and Guy Might were both stunned.
Beating someone up was one thing, but Mirai had actually killed them all.
"Mirai, you've killed them... This is really bad now."
Duy Might said in panic.
Even when facing the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist, he hadn't been this terrified.
Killing fellow ninja from the village meant they'd surely be labeled as Rogue Ninjas now.
"I just killed some suspicious strangers. What could possibly happen?"
Mirai Uchiha originally didn't intend to explain, but seeing how flustered Duy Might and Guy Might looked, he decided to prepare an excuse for them.
Attacking them outside Konoha without identifying themselves—this alone justified their actions.
Besides... judging from these guys' behavior, they were clearly members of Root. Eliminating them wasn't a problem.
They were loyal followers of Danzo Shimura anyway, so eliminating them was a strategic move.
"Eh..."
Both Duy Might and Guy Might were taken aback simultaneously.
That made sense!
If it weren't for Mirai, they might have fallen for these guys' tricks.
Thinking about it, these six did behave strangely. They might indeed be spies secretly sent by other hidden villages.
Seeing the looks of sudden realization on Duy Might and Guy Might's faces, Mirai Uchiha silently shook his head.
Sometimes, being a little naive might not necessarily be a bad thing.
...
Hokage Tower. Hokage's Office.
After hearing the full account of what had happened, Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand, signaling Duy Might and Guy Might to leave first.
As for Mirai Uchiha leaving the village to deliver weapons to Guy Might, Kushina Uzumaki had already informed him beforehand.
He had no intention of reprimanding Mirai over such a minor issue either.
In Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind, keeping Mirai Uchiha calm for now and ensuring he contributed his strength on the battlefield was currently the most important priority.
Yet Mirai Uchiha had directly eliminated the entire Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist!
The Seven Swords had long been renowned across the ninja world and were regarded as elite forces representing the Mist Village.
But now they've been completely wiped out...
If Mirai Uchiha had merely defeated the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist, Hiruzen Sarutobi wouldn't have batted an eye.
But killing them all? That was genuinely terrifying.
After all, any powerful ninja would certainly have their own life-saving techniques.
Beating an elite ninja and killing one were two entirely different feats.
Let alone the members of the Seven Swords—seasoned veterans who'd long since made their names.
And yet Mirai Uchiha actually pulled it off—killing all seven at once!
Why does Mirai's record of accomplishments keep getting more ridiculous?
Was it because of the Mangekyo Sharingan?
Thinking about this, Hiruzen smiled and asked curiously, "Mirai, I'm really curious—how exactly did you manage to kill all seven members of the Seven Swords?"
Mirai Uchiha naturally replied, "They were too weak. Killing them wasn't particularly difficult."
Hearing Mirai's answer, Hiruzen's lips twitched.
He'd inherited the classic Uchiha arrogance perfectly.
The Seven Swords were weak?
Would you listen to what you're saying?!
"Mirai, what I want to know is the detailed battle situation."
"One punch each."
"..."
This was definitely intentional provocation!
Hiruzen roared inwardly.
One punch each? Why don't you just come out and say you're invincible now?
Looking at Mirai's serious expression, Hiruzen decided to drop this topic—otherwise he was afraid he might actually die of anger from this brat right here.
"Mirai, setting that aside for now, since you killed the Seven Swords, those ninja blades should all be in your possession, right?"
"I've heard that those seven blades each have their own special powers. When used together, they can create unexpected effects."
"These kinds of ninja tools are exactly what the village needs."
After speaking, Hiruzen looked at Mirai intensely, "Mirai, where are those seven blades?"
"I sealed them into a Sealing Scroll."
"Since the village needs them..." Mirai pulled a scroll from inside his robe and smiled sincerely, "Feel free to pay two million per blade."
Hiruzen froze.
What?
You expect payment?!
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