Multiversal Wanderer: Starting in Naruto-Chapter 35: Preparations for Konoha Village

The power of history is like a relentless tide. Even with Su Xiuyu's unexpected appearance, the course of Konoha's creation continued to follow its destined path. No one had yet figured out the exact blueprint for the future village, but Su Xiuyu had already thought of the name.

Unfortunately, despite his efforts, he failed to win over the Ino-Shika-Cho alliance. In truth, it didn't really matter. Su Xiuyu had simply followed the wisdom from his previous life—one more friend means one less enemy. He had done his part to pave a smoother road for the Uchiha clan.

But the failure wasn't significant. After all, only cattle and sheep traveled in herds—tigers and leopards roamed alone. If Su Xiuyu truly wanted to, he could have wiped out the three clans in a single day.

But what's the point?

He wasn't a butcher. There was no satisfaction in slaughtering the weak.

After mulling it over, Su Xiuyu felt better. Even if his efforts to form alliances failed, the Uchiha clan still had Madara and himself. Even if Madara eventually passed away in a hundred years, Su Xiuyu would still be there.

Glancing at the system panel, he noticed the further enhancement of his Ōtsutsuki bloodline. Su Xiuyu knew he had a long life ahead of him—possibly even immortality, like the true Ōtsutsuki.

Of course, immortality didn't mean invincibility. Even Ōtsutsuki could be killed. The Sage of Six Paths and the Ōtsutsuki clan themselves were proof. Kaguya, for all her godly power, was sealed away by her own sons.

What weighed on Su Xiuyu's mind more was Uzumaki Mito's lifespan. The Uzumaki clan was known for their longevity, but even they had limits. Mito secretly practiced the Yin Seal, mainly to preserve her youthful appearance. It was vanity, yes, but Su Xiuyu didn't mind—he liked it.

There was still plenty of time to find a way to grant Mito immortality. And with the possibility of traveling to other worlds, he was confident he could eventually find a method.

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Before long, Su Xiuyu returned to the Uchiha clan's territory. The moment the clansmen spotted him, they bowed respectfully.

Entering the meeting room, he found Madara and Izuna lounging around, looking listless.

"Xiuyu, how did it go?" Madara asked lazily. "Did you win over Ino-Shika-Cho?"

Su Xiuyu shook his head. "No luck. The Nara clan already formed an alliance with the Senju. Since the Ino-Shika-Cho clans are bound by blood, once the Nara refused, the other two automatically followed suit. It was a waste of time."

He wasn't surprised by the outcome. The Senju clan was recruiting too quickly. On one hand, their reputation was simply better than the Uchiha's. On the other, with both Madara and Su Xiuyu standing as the Uchiha's peak combat forces, smaller clans were likely grouping together out of fear.

"And you?" Su Xiuyu asked, glancing at Izuna.

"Same story," Izuna muttered with a sigh. "Polite rejection, nothing more."

Madara leaned against the window, watching the Uchiha clan members training outside. With a tired sigh, he shrugged.

"Forget them. We don't need weak clans clinging together for warmth anyway. We've got the Uzumaki on our side—that's enough," he said dismissively.

"What about the Hyuga?" Su Xiuyu asked.

Madara's eyes narrowed slightly. "The Hyuga clan is clinging to Hyuga Tennin's reputation. They ignored both us and the Senju. It doesn't matter—they're a dying clan. When Tennin keels over, they'll fall into decay. The Byakugan will become worthless relics."

Izuna snorted. "The guy's ancient—he probably doesn't have much time left anyway."

Su Xiuyu's eyes glimmered with a sharp light. "Hinata... I'm going to see the Hyuga."

Izuna and Madara stared at him blankly.

"Why bother?" Izuna asked. "They're not worth it. You're not planning to wipe them out just because they turned you down, right?"

Su Xiuyu gave him an exasperated look. "Do you two seriously think I'm some bloodthirsty maniac? Am I supposed to destroy every clan that refuses me?"

Madara smirked. "You say that now, but I've seen how you handle things when you're in a mood."

Su Xiuyu ignored him and stood.

"Fine, fine," Madara chuckled. "Go do your thing. Just don't take too long."

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It didn't take Su Xiuyu long to reach the Hyuga clan's territory.

Instead of barging in, he simply stood outside and waited.

Before long, Hyuga Tennin spotted him and hurried out to greet him. The arrogant demeanor Tennin had displayed when meeting Izuna before was nowhere to be seen. Sweat beaded on his forehead, and despite his years of experience, his legs were trembling ever so slightly.

Even as one of the strongest men in the Warring States Period, Hyuga Tennin felt a shiver of fear.

After activating his Byakugan, he finally understood why. The chakra flowing through Su Xiuyu's body was like a blinding sun. It was so overwhelming that Tennin's enhanced vision could barely withstand it.

"So... you're the famous Uchiha Xiuyu," Tennin greeted, forcing a smile. "To what do I owe the pleasure of your visit?"

Su Xiuyu stared at him, his expression calm but unwavering.

"You're Hyuga Tennin?" he asked.

"Yes, Lord Xiuyu."

Su Xiuyu's eyes narrowed slightly. "I want to make a deal with you. Tell me the location of the passage to the moon. In exchange, I'll help the Hyuga clan in a future crisis. You should already know there are few people on this continent who can rival me. Your Byakugan should make that obvious."

Tennin's eyes widened slightly.

The moon?

He tried to play dumb. "I'm afraid I don't understand what you mean, Lord Xiuyu."

"Don't waste my time," Su Xiuyu said coldly. "I know about the people on the moon—the descendants of Ōtsutsuki Hamura. They're your distant relatives, aren't they? Don't play games with me. You know exactly what I'm talking about."

Tennin's pupils contracted sharply. He hadn't expected Su Xiuyu to know so much. The mention of the Ōtsutsuki name sent a chill down his spine.

It was terrifying—he had no idea how Su Xiuyu could have learned such a closely guarded secret.

Su Xiuyu's voice hardened. "Think carefully before you answer. Your 'distant relatives' up there have been eyeing you with contempt for a long time now."

Tennin's hands trembled slightly. He knew Su Xiuyu was right. The branch of Hyuga living on the moon had grown increasingly hostile over the years, considering their earthbound kin impure.

Realizing he had no way out, Tennin's shoulders slumped in defeat.

"Since you know this much, refusing you would be... ungrateful," he muttered bitterly. "I'll show you the passage."

Su Xiuyu smirked faintly. "Good choice."

Tennin looked at the young man in front of him and suddenly felt his age.

In his heart, he knew the truth—Su Xiuyu and Madara were destined to rule the ninja world for decades to come. And he? He was already nearing the end of his time.

Perhaps this is just fate, Tennin thought grimly.

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The Uchiha clan finally abandoned most of their original plans to win over the other ninja clans. It wasn't because they didn't want the alliances—it was simply because they realized nearly every clan had already been swayed by the Senju.

When Izuna learned that Tobirama Senju was behind the political maneuvering, he wasn't surprised. Tobirama had always been shrewd and calculating.

Still, neither Uchiha Madara nor Su Xiuyu cared too much. After all, they had no interest in gathering a flock.

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Finally, the day arrived.

On a towering cliff, the Uchiha and Senju clans met once again. This meeting would later be recorded in the village's history books. However, unlike in the original timeline, there was no death of Uchiha Izuna, nor did Senju Hashirama contemplate suicide.

Madara stood on the cliff's edge, staring down at the vast forest below, his voice laced with nostalgia.

"Hashirama, it's been a long time. Do you remember this cliff? When we were kids, we made a vow here—to build a peaceful village where children wouldn't be forced onto the battlefield."

A faint smile tugged at the corner of his lips.

"I even promised that if we succeeded, I'd protect my brother right here, overlooking the forest."

Madara's eyes darkened slightly. "I used to mock you for being an idealist. I never thought our dream would become irrelevant so quickly."

Hashirama stepped forward, his expression soft but resolute.

"Madara, our dream... it really is coming true."

Without further words, the two men, representing their respective clans, signed a peace agreement. From that day on, the construction of the village began.

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The division of land below the cliff was determined through negotiations by the other ninja clans, excluding the Uchiha, Senju, and Uzumaki. The smaller clans contributed labor and resources, eager to secure a place in the new village.

As the village slowly took shape, Hashirama scratched his head in contemplation.

"So... what should we call the village?" he asked.

Madara shrugged. "I'm not good at naming things, Hashirama. That's your department."

Before Hashirama could start brainstorming, Su Xiuyu interrupted.

"Let's call it Konoha," he said simply. "Where the leaves dance, the fire will continue to burn. It symbolizes the village's ongoing growth and future prosperity."

Tobirama, who had been quietly observing, immediately spoke up.

"I agree," he said firmly. Inwardly, he sighed in relief—he had heard his brother's ridiculous naming ideas before. The last thing he wanted was to end up with some embarrassing or nonsensical village name.

Madara smirked faintly. "Then Konoha it is," he declared, speaking on behalf of the Uchiha clan.

Hashirama's eyes widened. "That's it? You're all just going with the first name someone blurts out? I was going to come up with something more impressive!"

"Reject it, big brother," Tobirama cut in sharply. "Just call it Konoha. It's perfect—don't overthink it."

Hashirama sulked and slumped into a corner, muttering to himself.

---

Madara turned to Hashirama, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"By the way, Hashirama, you've got the most important job here," he said casually. "We need a lot of forestland around Konoha, and you're the guy with Wood Release. So... you're in charge of landscaping."

He patted Hashirama on the shoulder with mock seriousness.

"Oh, and while you're at it, you should create some temporary housing for the builders. You know, maybe with some large-scale Wood Release structures?"

Hashirama blinked. "Wait, what?"

Madara grinned. "Come on, you're practically a walking construction crew. Chop-chop."

With no room for protest, Hashirama sighed in resignation.

"Fine, I'll handle it," he muttered. "I am the God of Shinobi, after all. Might as well do some gardening while I'm at it."

Meanwhile, Madara's plan was equally unconventional.

"I'll level the land," he announced.

"With what?" Tobirama asked skeptically.

Madara's Sharingan gleamed. "Susanoo."

Su Xiuyu couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity. The legendary Uchiha Madara, God of Destruction, using Susanoo to flatten terrain like some glorified plow.

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The village-building effort quickly turned into a large-scale production campaign.

The smaller ninja clans each contributed their own strengths:

The Akimichi clan, using their Multiplication Jutsu, transformed into giants, making it easier to carry supplies and build bridges and houses.

The Nara clan, with their Shadow Manipulation Techniques, assisted with defense construction and directed the overall layout.

The Yamanaka clan used their sensory abilities to monitor the surroundings, ensuring no threats approached.

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Although there was still some tension between the clans, the joint effort slowly eased the initial distrust.

Even Tobirama and Izuna, usually tense around one another, worked side by side. To everyone's surprise, Tobirama's stern expression occasionally softened with a rare smile.

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As Konoha's construction progressed, the news of the Fire Nation's unified village spread like wildfire.

Ninja clans from other regions—Lightning, Water, Earth, and Wind—quickly caught wind of the development.

For centuries, the ninja clans had operated independently. But now, seeing the Fire Nation's clans unite into a single village, the other regions felt mounting pressure.

The Fire Nation already boasted the renowned Uchiha and Senju clans, whose combined strength surpassed most other ninja clans. Now, with the smaller clans unified under Konoha's banner, the Fire Nation had grown even stronger.

The other nations realized they were falling behind.

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In the Land of Lightning, the Yotsuki Clan, known for their powerful Lightning Release techniques, took action.

Upon hearing of Konoha's formation, they immediately rallied the nearby clans, appealing to their sense of unity and survival. Before long, the Yotsuki Clan succeeded in forming their own united village: Kumogakure, the Hidden Cloud Village.

Unlike the Fire Nation, the Land of Lightning's clans had fewer internal conflicts. The Yotsuki Clan had always dominated the region, which made unification a relatively smooth process.

---

Soon, the Land of Water, Land of Earth, and Land of Wind followed suit.

One by one, they established their own hidden villages:

Kirigakure in the Land of Water

Iwagakure in the Land of Earth

Sunagakure in the Land of Wind

With the establishment of these villages, the Warring States Period rapidly approached its end.

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Day by day, Konoha's landscape transformed. Buildings and homes sprang up across the village, and the once-barren land became a bustling settlement. The entire village seemed to change overnight, with significant progress every three days.

Soon, a question arose—one that everyone had been avoiding.

Who would lead the village?

The smaller ninja clans remained silent. They knew the position of Konoha's leader would never fall to them. Strength ruled in the Warring States Period, and the leader of Konoha would inevitably come from either the Uchiha or the Senju.

Although the Senju clan was more popular due to their benevolent reputation, the Uchiha clan was undeniably stronger.

But that very strength made the Uchiha feared.

The smaller clans, despite their admiration for the Uchiha's power, were hesitant. They knew that even if the Uchiha had no intention of ruling with an iron fist, the mere possibility of oppression made them wary.

In the end, strength alone wasn't enough—it was trust that would decide Konoha's first leader.

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