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Chapter 2 - Five Steps into the Past

1. Awakening of the Clan

Morning began with training.

— Today, you will prove your worth, — Fugaku crossed his arms, watching his three sons.

Itachi performed his kata flawlessly. Sasuke gave it his all.

Reiji, however, made a mistake—on purpose.

— Disappointing, — his father said coldly.

"Let them think I'm mediocre. For now."

«+5 points. Concealing strength.»

2. Conversation with Shisui

By the river that evening, he met the only one who noticed something was off.

— You hold your sword strangely, Reiji, — Shisui smiled, but his eyes were serious. — Like a veteran of the Second War.

— Just dreaming of glory, — Reiji deflected.

"He suspects..."

«+10 points. Risk of exposure.»

3. Shadow of ANBU

That night, he infiltrated the Hokage's archives. He needed proof of the conspiracy against the Uchiha.

But someone was already there—a man in a wolf mask.

"Obito? Already?"

Their eyes met. For a second, the mask seemed to waver.

«+30 points. Encounter with a key figure.»

4. First Blood

During a mission against rogue ninjas, Sasuke nearly died.

Reiji activated his Sharingan for the first time—and killed three men with a single strike.

— Thank you, nii-san! — Sasuke trembled.

Itachi watched with far too much understanding.

«+50 points. Saving Sasuke.»

5. The Oath

Before the Stone Shinobi monument, he swore:

— I will break this cursed cycle. Even if I have to become a demon.

«+100 points. Accepting the mission.»

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