"Soon, it should be soon."
Thinking of his beloved younger brother, Izuna, a rare, faint smile graced Madara's face.
As long as he could revive Izuna, everything he was doing would definitely be worth it!
However, before reviving Izuna, there was one major threat that had to be eliminated!
That was the inherently wicked Senju Tobirama.
But, as wicked as Tobirama was, he was still Hashirama's younger brother.
'Killing him isn't an option. I have to find another way to tie down that brat Tobirama, so he doesn't mislead my Izuna...'
Fortunately, Madara already had a plan.
"Alright, the matter of the Uzumaki volunteers ends here. Hashirama, there's one more important thing."
Hashirama nodded: "Say it."
"Remember your previous proposal, about finding a partner for that brat Tobirama?"
"Yes, yes! This is very important, do you have a candidate already?"
Hearing this, Hashirama immediately became excited.
His younger brother's marriage had always given him a headache!
Considering Tobirama's absurd behavior in the future, he had to get him married quickly so he could experience what love was!
And the best choice was a Uchiha kunoichi.
If Tobirama could marry a Uchiha kunoichi, the alliance between the Senju and Uchiha would become even stronger, while also making Tobirama experience the power of love.
Two benefits at once!
Besides, Tobirama definitely wouldn't be able to look down on the Uchiha anymore...
There was no better choice than this.
This was also what Hashirama had proposed to Madara after returning from his first time travel.
Actually, Madara was reluctant to marry off a member of his clan to that brat Tobirama.
But seeing Hashirama's sincere plea, coupled with considerations about Izuna's revival... etc. It was clearly safer to lock down Tobirama first.
Therefore, he searched for a suitable candidate in his clan and found one.
"How old is that brat Tobirama now?"
"Almost 24 years old..."
"Already that old? But it doesn't matter, still acceptable. Look at this."
Madara handed Hashirama a document containing the candidate he had chosen.
"Uchiha Naori? 16 years old? Three-tomoe Sharingan?..."
Hashirama read the document, his eyes shining brighter, as if he had found a treasure.
"How is it?"
"A very talented child! So young and already opened the three-tomoe Sharingan. Are you sure you're willing to let her go?"
"Hmph! The elders in the clan, as soon as they heard there was a marriage plan with the Senju, were immediately enthusiastic. Their expressions were something I don't even want to remember!"
Madara snorted. But he could understand; most Uchiha members were indeed traumatized by Hashirama, which was why they surrendered back then.
Now, as soon as they knew they could tie down Tobirama through marriage, they immediately became excited.
"Good, good, that means there are no more problems."
"Let's do it! Should I call Tobirama back home, get him drunk and tie him to the bed?"
Hashirama rubbed his hands together, even more excited than he was at his own wedding.
"..."
Madara shook his head, feeling Hashirama was crazier than him in this regard.
But it was understandable; this was for his own brother, how could he not be serious?
If Izuna was revived later and he had to find a partner for him, he would definitely be just as serious. But the method was a bit inconsistent with Hashirama's image.
Forcing it like that was too cruel, wasn't it?
Even the radical Madara felt this conservative Hashirama was too extreme.
"What's wrong, isn't it good?"
"Not appropriate. Too forceful; your precious younger brother will only resist even more! Besides, the members of my clan aren't objects, they can't be sacrificed casually!"
"You're right, I was too emotional. I apologize!"
Hashirama immediately apologized, realizing he was so worried that he forgot to consider the feelings of the woman involved.
But the impatient Hashirama immediately asked again: "Then what should we do? If we use normal methods, Tobirama will definitely refuse. It'll be hard to succeed, right?"
"Take it slow. Let them interact first. If there's no chemistry, then so be it. If there's an opportunity, we can help heat things up."
"Good, good! What are the details?"
"That brat Tobirama is currently managing the daimyo's capital and is short on manpower, right? I'll have Naori lead a team to help him. This child's abilities are also high; she might be able to manage better than Tobirama. Let them compete..."
"Yes, yes, just like that! You really have a way!"
"But let me remind you, if Naori is treated even slightly badly, I will take revenge on Tobirama, agreed?"
"Of course! It has to be that way; I'll remind Tobirama. If he dares to mess around, I'll hang him and whip him myself!"
Hashirama patted his chest, guaranteeing it.
If it really happened, he promised he wouldn't kill Tobirama!
"Alright, that's it for now. Whether it succeeds or not, we'll see later."
"Is there anything else? Madara, then your chest—"
"Go!"
Madara angrily chased Hashirama away. The reason was simple: he sensed Mito's presence approaching the Uchiha compound.
Clearly, Hashirama's wife had come to catch her husband cheating.
He had to be chased away quickly!
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A few minutes later, after Mito left empty-handed, Madara was relieved.
"Come out!"
Madara called out. Then, a beautiful girl emerged from the next room.
"Greetings, Clan Head!"
The young Uchiha Naori bowed to Madara. Honestly, she deeply respected and admired this strongest clan head.
As a clan head, Madara was indeed incompetent. But in the ninja world, sufficient strength was clearly more important than management skills.
The latter might make the clan more prosperous; but without the former, the entire Uchiha might have already perished.
Therefore, she deeply admired her clan head. At least, as long as Madara hadn't betrayed Konoha and abandoned the Uchiha, this respect would remain.
"Sit."
"Thank you, Lord."
"Do you understand your task?"
"To seduce Senju Tobirama with feminine charm and control him secretly?"
Naori replied calmly. Since childhood, she had been very rational, sharp, and intelligent.
And compared to other clan members who had to wield swords and go to the battlefield at the age of 7-8, this task was much easier.
Precisely because she had experienced the cruelty of the Warring States Period, Naori valued her clan more and pursued peace.
In the future, due to Madara's departure, the Uchiha Clan lost its leader and there was a power struggle; coupled with the First Great Ninja War, which caused many Uchiha members to lose control.
This triggered the Uchiha internal rebellion.
Naori then developed the forbidden technique Izanami to overcome the power of Izanagi and finally ended the era of Uchiha civil war.
Madara also knew this yet-to-happen history through Itachi in the future and recognized the talent and strong character of this younger generation.
"No! This is indeed a task, but you don't need to sacrifice yourself."
"As long as I'm still here, no Uchiha ninja needs to sacrifice themselves to please anyone!"
"Your task is only to defeat Senju Tobirama, seize more control over the daimyo's capital from that brat, to gain more voice and resources for the Uchiha!"
"Understood?"
Naori was surprised, then nodded.
"I understand, I will try my best to complete this task!"
For the sake of the clan, she was willing to sacrifice herself.
But it turned out the clan head didn't intend to sacrifice her. He clearly still loved the Uchiha!
"You also don't need to force yourself; failure is also acceptable."
"That brat Tobirama can't do much."
Madara indeed had no intention of sacrificing clan members; Tobirama wasn't worth it.
He chose Naori for her abilities and talent.
The developer of the forbidden technique that defeated Izanagi was definitely not inferior to Tobirama.
Madara even briefly considered what if Naori used Izanami later to change Tobirama's consciousness?
That way, Tobirama would no longer hate the Uchiha.
But after thinking about it, he gave up the idea.
Tobirama's character was too rigid; if he was trapped in an illusion forever, Hashirama definitely wouldn't accept it.
So it was better to let Naori approach him first.
If Naori could really defeat Tobirama and control the capital, that brat would definitely not accept it!
Intense competition could spark feelings.
Madara understood this very well!
"In addition, after you arrive in the capital, if that brat Tobirama dares to insult or be impolite to you, report it to me."
"The moment he dares, the moment I punch him!"
"Hashirama also agreed earlier; as long as it doesn't lead to death, it's okay to beat him black and blue! With my support and the entire Uchiha, act with confidence."
Madara gave firm instructions.
This was purely to protect the young kunoichi of his clan, definitely not an excuse to beat up Tobirama...
"I understand, thank you, Clan Head!"
Naori felt warmth in her heart, becoming more confident, and vowed in her heart:
'The vice-leader of the Senju clan, Senju Tobirama, huh?'
'For the sake of the Uchiha, I will definitely defeat you!'