Starting as the Hidden Mastermind from Naruto

Chapter 152: Hinata Hyuga Succeeds as Head of the Main Family

Itachi Uchiha had been fooled.

If he had known who the new intern about to join Akatsuki was, he would definitely regret lending Naraku Uehara money today.

In the days to come, Naraku Uehara, with his identity as a "green tea emperor," would constantly incite Itachi Uchiha to kill this new intern under the guise of looking out for Itachi's best interests.

For now, Itachi Uchiha knew nothing. After he and Kisame Hoshigaki infiltrated Konoha, they only felt that Konoha's security was a bit tight. Itachi Uchiha found no intelligence on Danzo Shimura and was even discovered by Kakashi Hatake and others.

After a fierce battle, the two had no choice but to retreat.

In this battle, Kakashi Hatake suffered again. Facing the Tsukuyomi genjutsu, which he had never seen before, the just-discharged Kakashi Hatake was admitted to the hospital again.

However, Konoha did learn that Akatsuki intended to seize Konoha's Nine-Tails.

After Sasuke Uchiha learned of this, his first thought was to find Naruto Uzumaki, lest he encounter any danger.

As it turned out, Sasuke was too late. He learned that Naruto Uzumaki had already been taken away by Jiraiya.

Because Jiraiya wanted to find Tsunade to come back and take on the hot potato of being the Fifth Hokage. As for taking Naruto Uzumaki along, it was for the convenience of protecting Naruto and teaching him to train along the way.

Well, that was that.

Sasuke Uchiha hurriedly gave chase, hoping that Naruto Uzumaki could evade Itachi Uchiha and Kisame Hoshigaki's pursuit, but he ended up being caught by Itachi Uchiha.

Itachi Uchiha gave his younger brother a dose of Tsukuyomi for his "understanding," and Sasuke was hospitalized as well.

However, Jiraiya, with his own strength, forced Itachi Uchiha and Kisame Hoshigaki to retreat, and the two had to give up their mission to capture the Nine-Tails.

Naraku Uehara watched all of this unfold, a slight smile tugging at the corner of his mouth, "You've really outdone yourself, Itachi Uchiha! Doing nothing at all, yet rashly leaking Akatsuki's intelligence to Konoha. A spy will be punished…"

"..."

Kabuto Yakushi speechlessly pushed up his glasses and emerged from behind Naraku Uehara, "So this is also the reason why Lord Naraku wants to get Sasuke Uchiha? Are you perhaps hoping that Sasuke Uchiha can defeat Itachi Uchiha?"

After speaking, Kabuto Yakushi didn't wait for Naraku Uehara's answer and took the initiative to continue, "With all due respect, I don't think Sasuke Uchiha can defeat his older brother… According to my understanding, Itachi Uchiha is the most genius ninja of the Uchiha clan. His talent is second only to that of Shisui of the Body Flicker."

"Don't worry, I am fully confident."

Naraku Uehara shook his head and continued softly, "Are you ready on your end? What is that Orochimaru fellow doing now?"

Kabuto Yakushi respectfully lowered his head, "Lord Orochimaru is currently studying the corpse of White Zetsu, but his body is about to give out. The Sound Four have already received their orders and will soon arrive in the Land of Fire to take Sasuke Uchiha away."

"It seems our plan is going smoothly."

Naraku Uehara glanced at Itachi Uchiha clutching his eyes as he escaped with Kisame Hoshigaki's support, and said in a low voice, "While Jiraiya is away and Kakashi Hatake is seriously injured and hospitalized, I will re-enter Konoha tomorrow to take the biological science laboratory equipment, to avoid any trouble."

"Thank you very much."

Kabuto Yakushi nodded and chuckled lightly, "After I finish my mission on Lord Orochimaru's side, I will rush to Amegakure and provide Lord Uehara with sufficiently rich experimental results in return."

"That's good."

Naraku Uehara patted Kabuto Yakushi's shoulder, looking as if he had high hopes for him, "You can go to Orochimaru's side now and help me keep an eye on him. I will periodically visit you in secret."

"..."

Kabuto Yakushi nodded helplessly.

This visit, was it a proper visit?

This time, Naraku Uehara did not hesitate to go to Konoha to retrieve the biological science laboratory equipment required by the agreement. The current Konoha was even weaker than some time ago. The only remaining Kage-level expert in the village who could still fight was Might Guy.

When Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado saw Naraku Uehara come to exchange the treaty, they were somewhat surprised why Naraku Uehara was still alive, and even came as an emissary of Amegakure.

Was Hanzo of the Salamander too old to lift his sword?

"Lord Advisor, you seem surprised that I'm still alive?"

A smile appeared on Naraku Uehara's face as he said softly, "Lord Hanzo of the Salamander was indeed furious when he learned that I had given up the condition of him becoming Amekage. Unfortunately, the civil war in the Land of Rain has not yet been resolved, so Lord Hanzo has allowed me to atone for my crime through meritorious service."

"Is that so?"

Homura Mitokado rubbed his forehead, "We are actually very happy to still be able to see such a genius ninja…"

Happy my ass!

These two Konoha advisors were probably thinking that the Amegakure emissary responsible for exchanging the treaty would also bring his head back as a bonus!

"I am here to exchange the treaties."

Naraku Uehara couldn't be bothered with them. He put down the treaty in his hand and said softly, "And to take away the biological science experimental equipment that Konoha is supporting Amegakure with."

"Konoha has encountered some problems."

After Koharu Utatane accepted the treaty, she said softly, "We may still need the signature of the new Fifth Hokage to ensure its long-term validity. It's just that she is currently away on business and has not yet returned to Konoha to assume her post. Your excellency may need to wait for some time."

Naraku Uehara immediately frowned, "Are the signatures of the two Hokage advisors and Lord Jiraiya also invalid?"

Without Koharu Utatane needing to say it, Naraku Uehara had already guessed that the Fifth Hokage of Konoha was definitely that woman Tsunade!

He did not want to see that woman Tsunade!

What if Tsunade grabbed him and didn't let him leave Konoha?

Moreover, at that time, Konoha would have two Sannin members. Maybe they would dare to go back on their word. So, the sooner the matter in Konoha was resolved, the better.

"No, we just believe that after the Fifth Hokage signs the treaty, our alliance can be more long-lasting."

Koharu Utatane said slowly, putting on an appearance of being very considerate of the peace between Amegakure and Konoha, "What if, in the future, after we have both retired, the Fifth Hokage believes that our alliance is not reasonable…"

"I believe such a situation will not occur."

Naraku Uehara interrupted Koharu Utatane and said in a deep voice, "Lord Advisor, delays breed trouble. Who knows what will happen in the future? What if Konoha's Fifth Hokage refuses to sign the contract? How should I explain myself to Lord Hanzo then!"

Naraku Uehara clenched his fist and continued, "Moreover, I recently heard that a rogue ninja codenamed Orphan is widely publicizing the deeds of your village's Lord Third Hokage. I don't think many ninjas would still dare to believe in the credibility of a Hokage, right? In comparison, I am more willing to believe Lord Jiraiya."

"..."

Latest novels are first released on 69shu bar!

Koharu Utatane's expression suddenly changed.

That Anbu codenamed Orphan was precisely Hiruzen Sarutobi's confidant and the person they had been secretly investigating. How would Amegakure know about this?

Could it be that guy had defected?

That Hiruzen Sarutobi fellow really left behind a huge mess!

Koharu Utatane instantly calmed down and said in a low voice, "Where did your excellency hear this news from… those are all slanders against the Third Hokage!"

"I'm not sure if it's slander or not…"

Naraku Uehara shook his head and continued, "But this will greatly reduce our trust in your village. Moreover, I must return as soon as possible to participate in the civil war in the Land of Rain. I cannot delay here for another day!"

"I understand."

Koharu Utatane sighed and said softly, "If Amegakure encounters that rogue ninja, please assist us in arresting them or passing on relevant intelligence. We will give Amegakure a sufficiently rich reward and support."

The current Konoha could not afford any more chaos.

First, they absolutely could not let that traitorous Anbu named Orphan run loose or defect to an enemy ninja village. If Konoha's many dark secrets were exposed, the blow to Konoha would be greater than the death of the Third Hokage!

It was feared that major problems would arise within Konoha itself.

Before the news spread completely, they had to immediately dispatch Anbu to search for and capture that rogue ninja. That guy was a greater threat than an S-rank rogue ninja!

Since Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado had more important matters to attend to, they no longer entangled with this Naraku Uehara fellow and directly gave him a set of biological science laboratory equipment.

This Kabuto Yakushi fellow knew Konoha too well. Just a rogue ninja created out of thin air had made the two Konoha higher-ups panic…

Who knew if this person even existed?

As Naraku Uehara was leaving Konoha, a piece of news made him raise his eyebrows. It was a strange hidden mission…

Hidden Mission: Hinata Hyuga becomes the head of the Hyuga main family (1/1). Mission completed. Reward: Skill - Golden Bell Shield.

Golden Bell Shield: Quickly dash to an ally, and grant a shield to both oneself and the ally. Skill cost: 50 chakra. Skill cooldown: 7 seconds.

Compared to this reward, Naraku Uehara was more amazed by Hinata Hyuga succeeding as the head of the main family. This world was really becoming more and more interesting…

Hyuga Main Family.

As the protagonist of the day, Hinata Hyuga appeared in formal attire. The Byakugan girl appeared very calm at this succession ceremony.

Her face had less cowardice and more resilience.

If one hadn't seen Hinata Hyuga's previous appearance, probably no one would be able to tell that just over half a month ago, she was a timid genin.

Sitting beside her was the paralyzed Hiashi Hyuga in a chair. It was just that this former head of the main family now had a Caged Bird seal on his forehead.

It had to be said that because Hiashi Hyuga was unable to protect his Byakugan kekkei genkai, he took the initiative to carve the Caged Bird on his own head as a final protective barrier, which garnered the loyalty of many branch family ninjas for his daughter.

Hinata Hyuga adjusted her long robe, sat up straight, and waited for the final step of the succession ceremony.

Rows of branch family Byakugan ninjas knelt respectfully on the ground, bowing to this twelve-year-old girl clan head. Their voices echoed throughout the vast mansion of the main family.

"Greetings, Lady Hinata!"

"Please… please rise."

The Byakugan girl's soft, glutinous voice clearly didn't match her status. It wasn't particularly majestic, giving people a sense of cute contrast.

(End of Chapter)

---

Read up to 20 chapter ahead of time on patreon.com/Legendryweeb

{please give this novel 5 Star review and power stone}

*Thank you*.