Chapter:155

As Senju Hashirama headed toward Kaguya's island, Izuna returned to the Uchiha clan with his troops, Mito by his side.

The Uchiha clan greeted them with curiosity and awe. Among the crowd, whispers spread like wildfire about the deputy chief's newfound wife. Even Madara, who rarely engaged in pleasantries, came forward to meet his brother.

Madara attempted to converse with Mito, but his lack of experience with women quickly became evident. After a few awkward words, he shifted the conversation to military matters.

Walking together, Madara commented, "Izuna, with the way things played out, Senju won't risk another war anytime soon."

Izuna nodded, his tone confident. "They've suffered a significant blow. The Kaguya weakened Uzumaki, and Senju's pride took a hit. They'll bide their time until after the autumn harvest before making any move."

Madara smirked faintly. "This will be our third major clash with Hashirama."

Izuna shrugged. "Compared to the countless battles Father fought against the Thousand-Armed Butsuma, three is nothing."

Madara's grin widened slightly. Their conversation carried them to the steps of the Uchiha mansion. "Well, I'll leave you two alone," Madara said. "It seems you have… other priorities tonight."

Izuna chuckled and led Mito into his home, leaving the clan to murmur excitedly behind them.

Mito remained quiet, her gaze sweeping over her surroundings. This was to be her new home, and the reality of her situation weighed heavily on her heart.

Once inside, Izuna turned to her with a teasing smile. "You'll be the mistress of this house. How about we add a few new family members?"

Mito's face flushed deep red as she understood his implication. "You…! How can you be so shameless!" she exclaimed, punching his chest lightly with her small fists.

Izuna laughed, catching her hands and pulling her into an embrace. His teasing melted into tenderness as he gently kissed her forehead. "This is your home now. Take all the time you need to adjust."

Later that evening, the two sat together, silently contemplating their future. Despite Izuna's bold exterior, he refrained from pushing Mito further, knowing she needed time to come to terms with her new life.

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Meanwhile, on Kaguya's island, Senju Hashirama concluded his meeting with Kaguya Manro. Their discussion revealed a mysterious figure named "Kaido," who had aided both Uchiha and Kaguya in infiltrating Uzumaki's territory. This revelation left Hashirama puzzled.

Kaguya Manro described Kaido's techniques as similar to Tobirama's Flying Thunder God but far more advanced. However, even with this information, Kaido's true identity and motives remained unknown.

Returning to Uzushio Village, Hashirama shared his findings with Uzumaki Hiroyuki and the Senju elders. While both clans were enraged over the events, they agreed to delay any retaliation until after the autumn harvest, ensuring they were fully prepared for another war.

Back in the Senju clan, unrest brewed among the younger members. They were eager for revenge and saw their leader's restraint as a sign of weakness. Senju Tobirama tried to reason with them, understanding the strategic necessity of waiting, but tensions remained high.

"Brother," Tobirama said during a private meeting with Hashirama. "While I respect your decision, the clan is restless. We must find a way to address this, or our authority will be questioned."

Hashirama sighed, rubbing his temples. "I know, Tobirama. But rushing into battle will only lead to unnecessary loss. We must be patient."

Despite the challenges ahead, Hashirama remained steadfast in his resolve to build a future where clans could coexist peacefully. For now, though, the shadow of war loomed ever closer.

End of the Chapter.