Naruto: I Am Uchiha Madara

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Tsunade could only be stubborn about it. Uchiha Madara was exceptionally disdainful of this:
"Little brat of the Senju clan, I am your elder, after all. Is this how you speak to your elders? Be careful, or I'll make sure the three of you never return to the Leaf."

Tsunade's face paled, but she still refused to admit defeat, sticking her neck out and continuing to retort at Uchiha Madara:
"Uchiha Madara, you great demon! Don't even think about holding us three hostage! Don't even think about harming the Leaf! Even if we die, the three of us will never let you succeed!"
Jiraiya and Orochimaru were nearly scared out of their wits at that moment. They each covered Tsunade's mouth, beads of sweat forming on their foreheads as they explained to Uchiha Madara:

"That… that… Elder, we apologize… Tsunade has been spoiled rotten since she was little! She didn't mean ◈ Nоvеlіgһт ◈ (Continue reading) anything by it!"
"Uh… that's the thing, Tsunade is just being stubborn. The three of us have no disrespectful thoughts towards Elder Madara!"
With her mouth covered, Tsunade didn't say a word, but in truth, she had regretted her words as soon as they left her lips.

Looking at Tsunade with great displeasure, Uchiha Madara raised a hand, pointing a finger at Tsunade's nose:
"Little brat of the Senju clan, I think it's necessary for you to understand the current situation. Although I am well aware of the resolve and will of you Leaf ninjas, capturing the three of you alive before you can kill yourselves is not a difficult task for me!"
Jiraiya and Orochimaru's entire bodies stiffened at that moment, and they almost couldn't resist the urge to drag Tsunade away and flee.

Withdrawing his hand, Uchiha Madara suddenly lost interest in bullying the younger generation:
"Forget it, bullying you youngsters is truly meaningless. You are all too green right now. Perhaps when you grow to a sufficient stage, you might pique my interest a little."
Having said this, Uchiha Madara's inner mischievousness suddenly surged:

"However, as far as the younger generation of the Leaf goes, the three of you are quite remarkable. Hiruzen Sarutobi truly has an eye for talent, taking in three disciples with such great potential. I have a feeling that the future achievements of the three of you will not be too shabby!
Consider it looking after the younger generation. I, Uchiha Madara, will reluctantly acknowledge you three youngsters. Herewith, I bestow upon you the title of the Leaf's Sannin [Note: Sannin literally means "Three Ninja," a legendary trio of powerful ninja].!"
In that instant, as if a bolt of lightning had struck, the Sannin froze simultaneously.

Unlike in the original story, where Hanzo of the Salamander bestowed the title of Sannin upon them, the three of them felt no pride. All they felt was the humiliation of being looked down upon by the enemy!
But now, being formally granted the title of Leaf's Sannin by Uchiha Madara himself, a sense of acknowledged satisfaction and excitement welled up in their hearts.
Looking at the somewhat stunned Sannin, Uchiha Madara chuckled and then turned to walk away.
Seeing Uchiha Madara intend to leave, Tsunade in the back grew anxious and shouted at his retreating figure:

"Uchiha Madara, what exactly is going on with you!? Weren't you killed by my grandfather long ago? If you weren't dead, what have you been plotting all this time!? And what exactly is your goal!?"
Without even turning his head, Uchiha Madara waved his hand, having no intention of answering her questions at all:
"You three youngsters, hurry back to the Leaf and don't continue staying in the Land of Rain. This is my advice to you three!

Oh, right, go back and tell the Leaf that sooner or later I will make a trip back. Just wait for Uchiha Madara's arrival at any time!"
As soon as his voice faded, Uchiha Madara vanished in a shunshin [Note: Shunshin is a body flicker technique, a high-speed movement technique], his figure flashing away at a speed that the Sannin couldn't even perceive clearly.
Only the Sannin remained in this devastated battlefield. The three of them looked at each other, their minds filled with unease.

Just now, Uchiha Madara had said that he would go to the Leaf sooner or later. What good could come of a terrifying individual with a grudge against the Leaf going back?
Looking at Jiraiya and Orochimaru, Tsunade was helpless:
"What should we do now?"

Jiraiya completely lost his usual playful demeanor, his expression as serious as could be:
"Return to the Leaf immediately and report this matter to Master Sarutobi. At the very least, the Leaf needs to make thorough preparations!"
"Ah… who would have thought that Uchiha Madara didn't die back then? This is going to be a huge problem for the Leaf…"

Orochimaru took over Tsunade's words with a sinister air:
"I'm afraid it's not just the Leaf that will have a big problem. The entire ninja world will probably be shaken by this…"
Tsunade and Jiraiya were speechless.

Wasn't that the truth? Uchiha Madara, who could easily obliterate Hanzo of the Salamander with a single strike, was enough to throw the entire ninja world into turmoil!
Letting out a heavy sigh, the Sannin said no more. Dragging their tired bodies and injured states, the three of them embarked on their journey back to the Leaf.
On the other side, Uchiha Madara was rapidly traversing the forest, when suddenly he sensed something and stopped on a thick branch.

White Zetsu immediately emerged from a nearby tree trunk using Mayfly Technique [Note: Mayfly Technique is a technique that allows White Zetsu to merge with and travel through the earth and trees], looking somewhat puzzled:
"Madara-sama, why didn't you kill those three?"
"Why would I kill those three?"

"Madara-sama, aren't you and the Leaf…"
Uchiha Madara understood and was disdainful, seemingly confident:
"Hmph, my grievances with the Leaf are tangled and complicated. Let's not mention those trivial old matters. However, I will settle those old scores with the Leaf sooner or later. When that time comes, it will be Uchiha Madara alone who forces the entire Leaf. What's the point of targeting just three youngsters here?"

White Zetsu suddenly understood, clapping his hands flatteringly:
"Oh… as expected of Madara-sama, such magnanimity! But, Madara-sama, if you're not going to the Leaf now, then what are we going to do?"
"I am already tired of living like a rat underground. Now, I just want to come out and have a fair fight with the entire ninja world! Therefore, I need a place to first establish myself and then develop peacefully! Hmm… I think this Land of Rain is a good place. Since Hanzo is dead, I, Uchiha Madara, will take over the Land of Rain!"

"But, Madara-sama, the Land of Rain is located in the border region of the three great nations, this geographical location…"
"Hmm? What's wrong? With Uchiha Madara controlling this place, let's see which of the three great nations dares to make noise!"