[After the Nine-Tails Rampage, the Uchiha Clan was met with suspicion and marginalization by Konoha's higher-ups. They were forcibly relocated from their original compound in the village's core area to a peripheral district on the edge of Konoha, placed in a position to be monitored and kept in check by the other major clans. Additionally, the Uchiha clan's lack of participation in the Nine-Tails incident led to misunderstandings and resentment among the villagers of Konoha.]
[A series of high-pressure marginalization policies sparked strong resentment among the Hawk Faction of the Uchiha, and their hatred for Konoha's higher-ups deepened day by day. They collectively petitioned the clan head, Uchiha Fugaku, hoping he would lead the clan in seizing control of Konoha and restoring the Uchiha name.]
[Under this pressure from public opinion within the clan, the indecisive Fugaku ultimately decided to secretly plan a coup d'état, aiming to seize leadership of Konoha. He even thought about controlling the Nine-Tails for the purpose once.]
"Huh?"
The entire Uchiha compound fell into dead silence in an instant. All the Uchiha looked at each other, their expressions absolutely priceless.
After all, there were still two years left until the massacre that the Sky Screen had mentioned. The emotions within the Uchiha clan had not yet built up to that peak.
Most of them hadn't even considered the possibility of rebellion.
"A coup?! We're going to launch a coup?!"
"W-We become that bold in the future?"
Fugaku's mouth hung open, unable to speak for a long moment.
A coup? Him?
An awkward atmosphere spread throughout the compound.
Shisui, standing among the crowd, felt his heart tighten.
The future clan members actually choose to stage a coup? No wonder it led to clan annihilation!
Thankfully the Sky Screen appeared, and it was a good thing Fugaku went to make a scene with Hiruzen last time.
After all, even though, at present… the relationship between the Uchiha and the village was still quite awkward, much of the antagonistic sentiment had already dissipated.
However…
Shisui stole a glance at Fugaku.
'Fugaku-sama looks so harmless, but I never imagined he'd be this bold! I can't let his appearance fool me from now on.'
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[Konoha, Year 20]
Tobirama looked at the descriptions on the Sky Screen, a flash of surprise in his eyes.
"Oh?"
After exchanging a glance with Hiruzen, who had already been appointed as the Hokage's Assistant, Tobirama said in a deep voice.
"I thought it was all the fault of your future self before, but looking at this… the Uchiha aren't innocent either!"
Hiruzen nodded, his expression serious.
"Indeed. For a clan head to lead his clan in preparing a coup—no matter how many justifications there are—it's indefensible."
Tobirama let out a cold snort: "Uchiha Fugaku… that guy. He seems to embody the Will of Fire right now. I never imagined he'd become that kind of person in the future."
Hiruzen immediately understood his implication and chimed in.
"Yes, Sensei. It seems Fugaku is not suited to be the future head of the Uchiha clan."
"I will make a suggestion to the Uchiha."
"Mm." Tobirama nodded. "This matter should be dealt with sooner rather than later."
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[Konoha, Year 50]
At the same time, Minato also expressed his displeasure upon hearing that.
The Uchiha actually dared to stage a coup?
And what's wrong with them? If you're going to stage a coup, fine, but why try to control the Nine-Tails? That tailed beast was sealed inside his wife, Kushina.
If the Uchiha really had plans of trying to control the Nine-Tails…
Minato's fist slowly clenched.
Kushina sat beside him, watching her husband's angry expression. She gently took his hand.
"Come on, Minato. That's just a possible future. It's not something that's definitely going to happen."
"Besides, Fugaku was also acting against his will, coerced by his clansmen. He didn't want to do it originally."
Minato looked at her, the anger in his eyes fading slightly.
"That's true."
"But it also shows that Fugaku's abilities are seriously lacking. As clan head, he can't even control his own people! Also, we need to be cautious. From now on, when you spend time with Mikoto, be careful."
Kushina blinked: "Mikoto? She wouldn't!"
"I know," Minato said seriously. "But you're the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, and my wife. Some times, personal matters are also official matters. From now on, when you meet with her, have ANBU accompany you at all times. Don't be stubborn and slip out of their sight, okay?"
Kushina looked at his serious expression and smiled.
"Alright, alright! Whatever you say!"
She leaned against her husband's shoulder, her eyes full of happiness.
Meanwhile, Shikaku could only look away and mind his own business.
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[Of course, the Uchiha believed their actions were very secretive, but their plan had long since been discovered by Konoha's higher-ups. Under these circumstances, as a member of the Uchiha clan, how can you survive the massacre?]
The people of the Uchiha Clan were stunned. Were they really that sloppy in their actions?
It's one thing to prepare for a coup, but to have the higher-ups find out about it in advance?
Which clansman talked too much?
"No wonder the clan was wiped out..." someone muttered, "Isn't this just plain stupid!"
"Exactly! How can you let outsiders find out about something like a coup!"
[With this background in mind, let's now analyze this from the perspective of the event's participants. First, the Uchiha massacre was led by Shimura Danzō, carried out by Uchiha Itachi, with the involvement of the troublemaker Mr. Simp. The three parties worked together to complete it. This means that if you want to escape, you must avoid being hunted down by these three.]
As soon as these words were spoken, the Shinobi Worlds across various timelines were shocked.
Even Hiruzen of Konoha Year 60 had no idea that so many parties were involved in the Uchiha massacre.
"Spearheaded by Danzō, executed by Itachi, and even that Mr. Simp was involved…"
Hiruzen muttered under his breath. Just how many things had that guy Danzō hidden from him?
Especially that "Mr. Simp." The Sky Screen had mentioned him earlier when talking about the Akatsuki, saying he collaborated with Nagato on a plan for world peace. Now, he'd also stuck his hand into the Uchiha massacre.
"No wonder the Sky Screen called him a troublemaker!" Jiraiya interjected.
"But who is this Mr. Simp? And what was his purpose in getting involved with the Uchiha massacre?"
"Whoever he is, if he can insert himself into so many incidents, he's definitely not simple."
Tsunade also joined the conversation. "From now on, put all effort into investigating information on this guy."
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