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Kazekaze wasn't trying to show off. Because these so-called Uchiha geniuses were truly crushed by him from start to finish. While fighting, Kazekaze was confident he wouldn't lose, but he still hoped in his heart that he could have a fierce life-and-death battle with these members of the Uchiha clan and finally resolve them. But this was it? Honestly, just this level of ninja, no matter how many come, it's useless.
'So my current strength is already this strong,' Kazekaze thought to himself. If he were placed in the Naruto Shippuden timeline now, he might go on a killing spree early on. And after Kazekaze casually said these words, the ninjas present, including Tobirama, were all dumbfounded!
Silence! The entire Uchiha base fell silent in an instant. These people seemed to hear even their own heartbeats. They looked at the relaxed Kazekaze, then at the tragic corpses on the ground. Just how strong is Kazekaze now!
Even Tobirama took some time to slightly recover from the shock. Besides Kazekaze's strength, what shocked Tobirama was also Kazekaze's heart. Facing so many corpses, if it were any other seven-year-old child, they would probably have fainted from fear. But Kazekaze remained calm. It's important to know, he didn't just see these corpses, he personally created so many of them. This kind of thing made Tobirama find it unbelievable. Isn't Kazekaze afraid?
Moreover, as someone who has fought the Uchiha clan countless times, Tobirama is very familiar with the Sharingan's abilities. As long as you make eye contact with the Sharingan, even just a glance, you will fall into their genjutsu. And once you're caught in genjutsu, you need teammates to help disrupt your chakra flow. But Kazekaze was alone, how did he avoid the Sharingan's genjutsu?
"Genjutsu?"
In fact, Kazekaze had already thought of an explanation for this part. "It's simple, just don't make eye contact with them," Kazekaze said casually, as if it wasn't a big deal. But these words made Tobirama pause. What does it mean not to make eye contact? Did Kazekaze fight these people with his eyes closed, using the Kagura Mind's Eye?
"Not exactly," Kazekaze shook his head. "What I mean is, when dealing with Sharingan users, just don't look at their faces to avoid eye contact. This way, their genjutsu can't be activated. By observing the movements of their hands and feet, you can judge their attack routes and then counterattack."
In fact, this wasn't something Kazekaze made up. It was a method thought of by Might Guy. Although Kazekaze couldn't do it, it was a suitable explanation for how he avoided the Sharingan's genjutsu. After all, at this stage, he couldn't reveal that he had already awakened the Sharingan.
"Judging through the enemy's hand and foot movements..." The Anbu ninjas looked at each other and began to discuss. They even tried it out. As a result, during the attempt, they realized how difficult it was to actually implement Kazekaze's casual remark.
"If what Young Master Kazekaze said is true, then how terrifying must his taijutsu be." "This is truly unbelievable."
It's no exaggeration to say... At this moment, their speculation about Kazekaze becoming a Special Jonin through connections or backdoor methods was completely disproven! Seeing the current results, they completely understood why Lord Tobirama would promote the seven-year-old Kazekaze to the village's Special Jonin. For no other reason. Simply because Kazekaze's strength is terrifying!
This battle completely refreshed their understanding of Kazekaze! No, not refreshed. But... Overturned! Their understanding of Kazekaze's strength was completely overturned by this battle! Annihilating the Uchiha ninja squad. Unscathed! And it took less than half an hour!
What shocked Tobirama was different from these Anbu ninjas. He was well aware of Kazekaze's strength. He just didn't expect Kazekaze's mental fortitude. It's simply not like a seven-year-old child. It's too ruthless. He didn't leave a single survivor! Even if Kazekaze had a bit of mercy, it would be impossible to eliminate these people so decisively in such a short time.
"Even during the Warring States period, I've never seen someone as decisive as Kazekaze." "On the contrary, children of this age, although sent to the battlefield, are mostly in a state of weak knees and trembling bodies." "It takes at least dozens of battles to cultivate Kazekaze's current mindset."
This kind of mentality, this kind of quality... Even he and Hashirama never had. Talent. Growth speed. Kekkei Genkai. And mental fortitude. Kazekaze displayed them all perfectly. Tobirama couldn't find a single flaw. Kazekaze is simply born to be Hokage material.
Tobirama knew very well that these Uchiha ninjas inherited Madara's will. They wanted to rebel to gain the Hokage position of the village. Dealing with these people, one cannot, and must not, be merciful.
"Originally, I planned to use this incident to make Kazekaze realize how cruel the ninja world is." "Even when facing people from the village." "You cannot be soft-hearted." "Anyone who wants to destroy the village is his enemy." "Whether it's friends, family, or children." "They must be dealt with personally." "To ensure the village's stability." "This is the awareness and responsibility a Hokage should have." Just like his brother Hashirama, who ended his best friend Madara at the Valley of the End.
But... This battle made Tobirama realize he was overthinking. Kazekaze's decisiveness was even more ruthless than he imagined. "Kazekaze's heart is not only not weak, on the contrary, it's incredibly strong."
Tobirama's biggest worry was that although Kazekaze had strength, he might be weak in character. In the future, when handling the village's diplomacy, he might keep making concessions. Constantly compromising. "Now it seems, my worries were completely unnecessary..." "Kazekaze is truly ruthless."
Tobirama returned to reality from his shock, then waved his hand, signaling the Anbu ninjas to clean up the corpses. At the same time, Tobirama felt relieved in his heart. It's truly fortunate that Kazekaze is the grandson of his brother Hashirama. If such a monster were born in the Uchiha clan, inheriting Madara's will, Tobirama didn't even dare to imagine what kind of terrifying enemy the future Hokage would face.
'Hiruzen, you should feel fortunate...' Tobirama thought to himself. Because without Kazekaze, Sarutobi Hiruzen would be the future Hokage. And he... Would never want to face such a terrifying enemy as Kazekaze.