“You shall go south while I’ll watch the forest from up here.”

I commanded the team of Uchiha clan mates accompanying me on this patrol. This particular side of the forest was especially prone to be attacked every now and then equally by Senju and Hagoromo clan, worst enemies of the Uchiha. My honour wouldn’t allow to be deceived by the mercenaries who just waited to sheathe their swords into our necks.

The afternoon had been tranquil and peaceful until I heard a shuffle nearby…