Chapter 1: The Coup and Shisui's Death
Konoha, Year 55 – Woods Outside Konoha Village
Trample! Trample! Trample!
As Kaien Uchiha led his team toward the village, heavy footsteps echoed through the forest.
"Captain! Slow down! We just finished our mission—why the rush? Are you planning to take on another one already?!"
His exhausted teammates, far behind, cried out in frustration.
Their team captain had changed since he was injured a few months ago. He'd become almost like a different person—frequently visiting the clan head and throwing himself into missions with reckless abandon. They had just returned from the Land of Rivers and were supposed to rest for the night. Yet, that afternoon, Kaien suddenly insisted on heading back to Konoha at full speed.
Only he could maintain this pace. The others had long fallen behind and could barely see his silhouette anymore. Luckily, they were near Konoha; otherwise, encountering enemies like this would be dangerous.
[Ding! You've encountered a key plot event: Coup d'état – Shisui's Death.]
Kaien rushed toward the Uchiha clan compound, his heart pounding. He had been in this world for just under six months, and now he was on the verge of witnessing Shisui's death.
Originally, his plan was simple: take on missions, build up strength, and when ready, defect and live freely. Saving the world? That was Indra and Asura's problem. When the Ōtsutsuki clan comes, the world will end anyway.
But then his golden finger (system) had finally activated, now that he was somewhat familiar with this body.
With a cheat like this, why worry? If fate can be controlled, who wants to be a pawn?
"If you're poor, you hide among the corpses; but if you're rich, you rise from the grave and walk."
The world of regrets… I'm coming!
Though five or six years had passed since the Third Ninja World War, the world was still chaotic. Missions were abundant.
In the last three months, Kaien had narrowly escaped death multiple times and, with some luck, had finally mastered all the original host's skills.
When he reached Konoha's gates, he didn't waste time. He submitted the mission certificate in seconds and finally heard the sound he had been waiting for:
[Ding! System Loaded.]
[Strongest Power System: Designed to help the host become the strongest.]
Initial Quest Unlocked: [Rescue Shisui]
Objective: Ensure Shisui survives.
Reward: Mangekyō Sharingan Power
[Beginner's Pack Delivered]
Acting Uchiha Elder: An elder has recently passed away. Due to your exceptional performance, you've been granted the position of Acting Elder. You now have partial influence over Uchiha Fugaku's decisions.
Kaien skimmed through the rewards as he ran.
That's it? So stingy! Not even a Rinnegan or Sage body? Just a basic Mangekyō mission and some influence?
He grumbled to himself.
Even the system's not intelligent. Terrible service!
Still, he knew better than to look a gift horse in the mouth. Complaining wouldn't change reality. At least he had something to work with.
He mentally reviewed the Uchiha's current situation:
It had been over four years since the Nine-Tails attack. Since then, the village's suspicion toward the Uchiha had only deepened. The clan was marginalised in every way. The Police Force, largely staffed by the Uchiha, had become the centre of resentment, arrogant, often clashing with villagers, and the subject of daily complaints.
But none of that was as fatal as what was about to happen.
Shisui Uchiha, the strongest among them, had been completely brainwashed by the village. He had likely already been ambushed by Danzō and robbed of his eye. And now, instead of fighting for the clan, Shisui was planning to naively commit suicide, believing it would bring peace.
What a waste of talent and a chance for the Uchiha to rise again.
His actions had shifted all the pressure onto Itachi, pushing the boy to an extreme decision—one that would lead to the Uchiha Massacre in two years.
To Kaien, Fugaku was an unworthy patriarch—always swayed by public opinion, never making strong decisions. The Uchiha had been destined for conflict ever since the Second Hokage made them the enforcers, sowing distrust throughout the village.
After the Nine-Tails Rebellion, things only got worse: surveillance, oppression, suspicion. But the proud Uchiha would never bow their heads.
The hawks within the clan were restless, pushing for rebellion.
And now, based on the timeline, Shisui was being hunted by Root.
If I can't save Shisui, my days are numbered, too.
Obito, Danzo, the Hokage's line—none of them wanted the Uchiha to survive.
Uchiha Clan Outer Tower
A masked figure peered through binoculars at the Uchiha compound.
"Report to the Third Hokage: the Uchiha clan's assembly has started. No irregularities so far."
"Yes."
The figure behind him vanished.
Hokage's Office – Sarutobi Hiruzen
The aging Third Hokage sat silently, puffing on his pipe.
He could feel it—his strength waning. Time had taken its toll. When Minato died, he had to step back into power to stabilize the village.
He waved away the reporting ANBU.
"So they're gathering… Fugaku, don't let me down. Shisui, I'm counting on you."
A Cliff Near the Naka River
"I'm afraid my left eye will be his next target… So I'm entrusting this one to you."
"You're the only one I trust, my friend."
"You must protect the village—and the name of the Uchiha."
"If I die… things will change. I've already written my suicide note."
"Don't stop me, Itachi… If you're truly my friend."
"Shisui!"
Uchiha Ancestral Hall
When Kaien entered the hall, it was already in chaos.
The four elders stood before Fugaku, who sat with his eyes closed.
"Patriarch, complaints about our Police Force are increasing rapidly. The other clans are pressuring us. If this continues, relations between Konoha and the Uchiha will only worsen."
These were the words of the fourth elder—a known dove who had always relied on Shisui for support. But today, Shisui was missing.
The third elder, more aggressive, responded coldly.
"And so what?"
"Ever since the Nine-Tails incident, we've been marginalised. Surveillance is constant. That tower outside our compound? It's not just for show."
"Patriarch, it's time we made a decision!"
The fourth elder snapped, "Uchiha Takuya! Are you suggesting a coup?!"
The third elder smirked.
"A coup? Don't forget—it was the Uchiha and Senju who founded this village."
"To this day, not one Uchiha has held the Hokage seat—or even been on the Council. All we have is the Police Force! That's all we're left with!"
The room erupted in murmurs.
"He's right! We need a voice!"
"We need power!"
"Patriarch, give the order!"
Fugaku remained silent, eyes still closed.
To be continued…
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Translated By – Ancient Lores