CHAPTER 3

Isn't the God of Ninjas the Strongest?

Seeing the shocked expressions of those around him, Uchiha Madara was dumbfounded. His fire jutsu was completely gone!

[Uchiha Madara]: …This can't be possible. My fire has been extinguished, and I can no longer use it!

[Senju Tobirama]: What do you mean, "extinguished"? Please clarify—what do you mean by "can't use it"?

The others were equally curious, and at Senju Tobirama's questioning, they all fell silent, waiting for Uchiha Madara to explain.

[Uchiha Madara]: Humph! It's exactly as I said. I remember the hand seals for my fire techniques, I can still mobilize my chakra, but I just can't release it!

"Huh~"

Everyone gasped as they absorbed the gravity of Madara's words. Only then did they realize the overwhelming power of the system that controlled such abilities.

[Senju Tobirama]: Are you serious, Madara?

[Uchiha Madara]: Why would I lie about this?

[Senju Tobirama]: So, does this mean my older brother isn't the strongest ninja in the world?

[Namikaze Minato]: Is there someone stronger than the First Hokage? This…

[Third Raikage]: I can't believe it…

[Senju Hashirama]: Hahaha! The world is vast, full of surprises, but honestly, I don't think it's all that surprising!

Third Tsuchikage Ōnoki: Hmph! Of course, you'd dismiss it as nothing. This isn't just some trivial matter; that person is from Konoha. I don't think this is something to overlook!

Second Mizukage: Damn, I just realized—it seems like that's the case!

Second Tsuchikage: Oh~ I'd totally forgotten about that, but now that you mention it, it does ring a bell!

Senju Hashirama: Huh? That's not what I meant!

Senju Tobirama: Konoha? Could it be the source?

As soon as Senju Tobirama said those words, Uchiha Madara's heart skipped a beat.

"Wait... could it really be me? If that's the case, my secret could be exposed!"

In the Pure Land, Uchiha Madara sat there, his mind racing.

Before the fight with Senju Hashirama at the Valley of the End, he used Izanagi to feign death, which allowed him to bite Hashirama and awaken the Rinnegan.

Considering his current strength, he couldn't match Hashirama directly. However, after awakening the Rinnegan, his power far surpassed Hashirama's. Most importantly, his origins were tied to Konoha!

Now, Uchiha Madara was feeling anxious. If the system really considered him to be superior to Hashirama, people would surely be puzzled.

Why was the defeated Uchiha Madara stronger than the victorious Senju Hashirama?

Madara was confident in his strength, but when it came to intelligence, he wasn't so sure. He didn't doubt that someone might figure it out—especially Senju Tobirama. Given his sharp mind and knowledge of the Uchiha clan, it wouldn't take long for him to make the connection, especially with the mention of Izanagi.

Senju Hashirama: Damn it, the source? What is this, some kind of test? Can't we figure it out without jumping to conclusions?

Third Raikage: How would we even test that?

Senju Tobirama: Brother, don't be hasty. What if we end up making a mistake?

Third Tsuchikage: The First Hokage has a point—if it's Uchiha Madara, testing it will reveal the truth!

Second Mizukage: He's right!

Second Tsuchikage: Indeed!

Second Mizukage: Don't follow the old man's example!

Second Tsuchikage: Heh, it's always fun watching them squirm.

[Second Mizukage]: You're a ****! Damn it, ****!

[Senju Hashirama]: Alright, stop arguing. Everyone here is already dead, so what's the big deal? Let me give it a shot!

[Senju Tobirama]: Big brother, you…

[Senju Hashirama]: No need to say anything, Tobirama. Alright, system, I want to answer. The strongest in the ninja world is… "Uchiha Madara!"

As soon as Senju Hashirama spoke, silence filled the battlefield. Everyone's eyes turned toward the screen, tension thick in the air.

Uchiha Madara's expression darkened. If his existence was exposed now, it would deal a massive blow to his carefully laid-out plans.

There were many brilliant minds in the ninja world—people who, with a bit of deduction, could easily figure it out. If he was still alive and yet remained in hiding, then he must be plotting something big.

[Senju Tobirama]: Madara, why aren't you saying anything? Don't tell me… it really is you?

[Uchiha Madara]: Hmph! Don't be ridiculous. Did you forget? I lost to Hashirama the Hot Mom!

At this moment, even Madara himself felt conflicted. A part of him actually wished that someone stronger than him existed—someone who could challenge him.

[Ding! Incorrect answer. Answerer: Senju Hashirama. Penalty: Deprivation of ninjutsu— Wood Style: Four-Pillar House Technique! ]

[Everyone in the Ninja World]: ??? Is this thing even legit?

[Senju Tobirama]: So it's really not Madara? Then who in Konoha could possibly be stronger than my big brother and Madara?