Chapter 13: Taking Everything That Can Be Taken

When Reijin returned to the clan's land, the Uchiha along the way bowed to him, even though Reijin was younger than them and held no official position within the Uchiha clan. However, behind Reijin stood a group of powerful martial artists. They were afraid of being resented by Reijin one day.

When Reijin returned home, someone was already waiting at the door.

"Lord Reijin!"

Tekka greeted Reijin as soon as he saw him.

"Let's talk inside!"

Reijin entered the house, and Tekka quickly poured him hot tea. How could Tekka dare to let Reijin pour tea for him? That day, for some unknown reason, even the elders of the clan addressed Reijin as "Lord" with great respect. Tekka was not stupid; he was very aware of the changes in the clan. All of this was because of the man in front of him that the clan had undergone such a significant transformation.

"Tell me, what's the matter!?" Reijin looked at Tekka in surprise. He was so respectful; it seemed that Elder Setsuna and the others had said something. Reijin didn't care, as long as they obeyed him.

"Elder Setsuna asked me to tell you that everything has been arranged."

"These are the names they selected. I wonder if you have any additions?"

Uchiha Tekka took out a scroll from his arms and handed it over with both hands. He didn't expect Elder Setsuna to act so quickly. It seemed they knew that the Uchiha clan could no longer delay. So, after Reijin gave the order, they immediately started screening and monitoring people.

Reijin took the scroll and spread it out on the table. Uchiha Tekka went out and stood at the door, guarding against outsiders.

"The Hyuga clan head and his two daughters, and also the branch family's Hyuga Neji? Good eyes."

"The Yamanaka clan head and his daughter, and a few other clan members? The Nara clan head and his son, four people from the Aburame clan..."

Looking at the scroll, Reijin had a satisfied expression on his face. Elder Setsuna's choices were all spot on. These young ones alone were the future pillars of Konoha. If these pillars were taken away, Konoha would likely face a talent gap in the future.

Reijin didn't plan on doing Konoha any favors. The Uchiha's current state was largely due to Konoha. So, there was no need to help Konoha conserve talent; it would be a waste to leave them in their hands. It would be better for them to follow him and conquer the world together.

Reijin went through the list and added a few more names. One was Aburame Torune, a special talent with nano-sized poisonous insects as his secret technique. His abilities were quite good, with potential for even greater development.

There was also Aburame Shibi, Torune's father. Reijin hated separating families the most.

Another was Haruno Sakura, although she was a bit of an airhead when it came to love. But that didn't change the fact that she had unique talents. Shizune had followed Tsunade for many years and had mastered all of her medical techniques, but she was never able to grasp Tsunade's Yin Seal. Haruno Sakura, on the other hand, mastered Tsunade's medical techniques, monstrous strength, and even the Yin Seal, along with Tsunade's self-created forbidden techniques, all within three years. This was enough to prove the girl's extraordinary talent. She would definitely be of great help to them in the future.

And then there was Rock Lee, a remarkable taijutsu genius with unwavering determination. Reijin could imagine how well-rounded Rock Lee's development would be, combining the taijutsu of both worlds. 

The growth of his strength would be terrifying!

Eight Gates Released Formation on one hand, Armament Haki on the other!

Hmm!

Just hearing it sounds promising.

His taijutsu might even surpass Might Guy's!

He's a good potential stock!

Must take him, take him, take him!

Konoha's talents are wasted here.

After all, it's too difficult to improve in Konoha now.

Unless you have a deep background!

If it weren't for Tsunade, Haruno Sakura probably wouldn't even have the luxury of seeing Naruto in the Fourth Great Ninja War.

Staying in Konoha, these old geezers don't plan on cultivating them, so what's the point of staying?

Also, Kurenai Yuhi, take her too!

Her students are all leaving, what's she staying here for?

Forget about Might Guy and Asuma.

Might Guy is single-minded, with some mature thoughts.

Unlike Kakashi, there's no darkness in his heart!

So, this man can't be poached for now, which is a bit of a pity.

Asuma...

Useless!

If it weren't for his good father, it would be questionable whether he could even become a Jonin.

There's no need for such trash on his list.

Reijin paused for a moment...

"I've already poached 10 out of the 12 Konoha Genin, might as well take Tenten too!"

Since he's already poaching, why not complete the set?

If it doesn't work out, he could find someone younger and see if he can assemble a new 12 Konoha Genin.

The talent gap in Konoha's younger generation is not something Reijin needs to worry about!

After all, Konoha has a good location, there are always many geniuses appearing.

Maybe there will be another Namikaze Minato in the future.

Besides, didn't Reijin leave Naruto behind?

Taking Sasuke alone is enough to attract the attention of the Sage of Six Paths.

If he takes both... the Sage of Six Paths might have to come out and reason with him.

If he takes one, maybe the old man will turn a blind eye.

The Nine-Tails will stay in Konoha for now!

Ashura has a brain problem, don't let him influence others.

"Are there any talents in Root?"

Reijin pondered the outstanding talents in Root!

The only slightly useful one in Root is probably Yamato.

But he's only good for building houses, nothing else.

Forget about Yamato, it's a waste of resources, taking him would only make building houses faster.

Reijin shifted his thoughts to the Anbu. It seemed like Moonlight Hayate's Transparency Jutsu and Yugao Uzuki's swordsmanship were outstanding.

But Transparency Jutsu is useless, Observation Haki can easily capture their movements!

Its use is too limited, it's of no use to Reijin!

As for Yugao Uzuki... Reijin also felt she wasn't of much use.

But take her excellent genes, lest they be wasted in Konoha.

I'm doing all this for your own good!

"It seems like the three people from the Fourth Hokage's Shadow Guard Squad can perform the Flying Thunder God Technique together! Although they haven't mastered the Flying Thunder God, it's still quite impressive! Include them too!"

Reijin added these names to the scroll!

Now they're all reduced to gatekeepers. To be honest, going to the One Piece world would probably be more comfortable than being bullied in Konoha.

Reijin sighed as he looked at the scroll in his hand. Konoha's strength was truly beyond imagination, just look at all these future geniuses.

There were even talents hidden in plain sight, buried by Konoha!

As expected of the place that occupies the most favorable conditions and the richest resources in the ninja world.

No wonder they could win the Ninja World War three times! They were truly powerful!

You have to know that some of the pillars and Konoha's top brass were estranged.

Some even died, but Konoha still stood tall!

Every time there's a war, geniuses emerge!

Sakumo Hatake, Minato, the Sannin, and so on!

And the future Shisui, and Uchiha Itachi, let's include Kakashi too.

These are all Kage-level powerhouses!

In just fifty years, countless strong individuals have emerged!

Other villages are worried about the issue of传承 (inheritance)!

While Konoha's concern is that there are too many talents, affecting their control over power!

Reijin must do something to help Konoha share the burden!

Otherwise, Konoha will have to go through another period of internal strife!

(End of Chapter)