The domineering Uchiha drove the Third Hokage mad!

Chapter 387 Resurrecting Ye Cang

The war in the Land of Wind gradually subsided, and the surrendered Sand Village ninjas were settled in a centralized location.

The Wood Release troops of Senju Nawaki begin to take over the defense of the desert castle.

The high-ranking officials of Sunagakure and the surrendered ninjas stood solemnly on both sides, not daring to breathe.

Princesses Kikyo, Karin, and Shion stood side by side, looking at the figure that appeared in the golden pillar of light in the center.

That was their father, Uchiha Mitsumine, the new ruler who would soon decide the fate of the ninja world.

A faint golden light floated around him, and the unintentional pressure he exuded silenced the entire hall.

The Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, bowed respectfully and said, "Lord Mimine, Sunagakure has completely submitted and is willing to obey your orders."

Uchiha Mitsunori nodded slightly, and gently raised his right palm, causing a crystal coffin to rise from the shadows on the ground.

The woman inside the coffin was dressed in a red outfit, with her long, dark green hair styled in a bun, and the tips of her bangs on both sides gleaming with a striking yellow.

The sleeping female corpse exuded a hint of resentment and ferocity; it was none other than Ye Cang, the Sand Village's Scorching Release genius who had been dead for over a decade.

"That's... Ye Cang?... What is Lord Sanfeng trying to do by summoning a female corpse at this time?"

Some of the older Sand Village ninja stared wide-eyed, their faces filled with shock.

They were immediately overcome with deep remorse and lowered their heads, unable to look directly at her corpse.

Ye Cang, a scorching ninja from Sunagakure, was once famous throughout the ninja world for his "Scorching Release: Over-Steam Kill". Due to some special reasons, he eventually died tragically in a foreign land, becoming a regret that Sunagakure did not want to mention.

Looking at Ye Cang in the crystal coffin, Uchiha Sanfeng said calmly, "It's such a pity that such a beauty died tragically on the battlefield."

He raised his hand and waved, and golden chakra flowed into the coffin like a stream, seeping into Ye Cang's body through her seven orifices, repairing her already cold body.

The lid of the crystal coffin slowly opened, Ye Cang's eyelashes trembled slightly, and his originally pale cheeks gradually regained their color.

The scorching chakra within her body was awakened by the golden chakra, slowly reviving like a dormant volcano. The surrounding air gradually became scorching hot, and red chakra patterns appeared on her body.

"Um... I... I'm not dead...?"

Ye Cang let out a soft moan and slowly opened his eyes.

She instinctively raised her hand, only to find that the original fatal wound had completely healed.

She suddenly leaped out of the crystal coffin, her body erupting with scorching chakra, causing the temperature in the entire hall to rise sharply, and the wooden tables and chairs even began to smoke.

Ye Cang's yellow pupils were fixed on the high-ranking officials of Sunagakure ahead, and he roared with piercing hatred, "Traitors of Sunagakure, do you think you can cover up the truth forever? I fought to the death on the front lines, only to be betrayed by you. You tricked me into going to Kirigakure for peace talks, but then sold me out to them, letting them take my life! I will make you pay for this in blood!"

"Scorching Escape: Over-Steaming Kill"

Several balls of chakra fireballs hurtled toward Elder Chiyo and Ebizo, the scorching air currents almost igniting the air itself.

Elder Chiyo and Ebizo moved quickly and dodged the attack.

Ye Cang's killing intent intensified. Suddenly, a golden sand surged up from the ground and wrapped around her ankle like a chain.

The Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, experienced a surge of chakra, and countless tiny golden dust particles condensed beneath Ye Cang's feet: "Ye Cang, things have come to this point. I can tell you that I never believed my decision back then was wrong!"

Ye Cang's yellow pupils were filled with mockery. He unleashed his Blazing Release chakra, attempting to break free from the sand gold's restraints: "You think I'm right? I shed blood and sweat for Sunagakure, only to be betrayed and die a tragic death. And you think I'm right?"

"Back then, the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, seized power through a coup, and the Daimyo of the Land of Water hired us to launch a surprise attack on Kirigakure! Kumogakure was angry that we had stolen their business, so they attacked our village. At that time, we were on a distant expedition against Kirigakure, and our rear defenses collapsed, leaving the village in imminent danger!"

"The Hidden Mist Village took advantage of the situation to make exorbitant demands, claiming they would only cease hostilities and let us leave if we surrendered our lives! For the safety of the village, we had no choice but to compromise!"

His eyes were resolute, and golden dust surged around him: "Ye Cang, I know you hate us, but if you were in my shoes, facing the life-or-death choice of the entire village, would you be willing to sacrifice me, Rasa, to ensure the safety of Sunagakure? If Kirigakure had demanded me, I, Rasa, would have sacrificed myself without hesitation!"

Ye Cang shuddered, a hint of hesitation flashing in his yellow pupils, and the violent scorching chakra around him slightly weakened.

"I, Ye Cang, am not afraid of death! I am willing to sacrifice myself for the sake of Sunagakure! But you shouldn't have kept this from me! You shouldn't have betrayed me and pushed me to my death! Do you know the pain of being stabbed in the back by someone you trust? That kind of despair is more terrifying than death itself!"

"Ye Cang, this has nothing to do with anyone else; it was entirely my idea!"

An aged yet resolute voice rang out. Elder Chiyo, leaning on her cane, emerged from the high-ranking officials of Sunagakure, her white hair swaying slightly in the scorching air: "Back then, it was I who suggested concealing the truth from you and reaching an agreement with Kirigakure. It was also I who ordered the ninjas to cooperate secretly. If you seek revenge, take my old life instead, and don't trouble others!"

"Elder Chiyo!" The Sand Village ninjas exclaimed in surprise, trying to dissuade her, but Chiyo raised her hand to stop them.

Just then, a slender figure strode out from the crowd. The girl, dressed in the standard Sand Village attire, her eyes filled with excitement and worry, bowed deeply to Ye Cang: "Teacher Ye Cang! You're really back!"

Ye Cang turned his head sharply, and the girl in front of him had a familiar outline in her eyebrows and eyes. She was the disciple Juan, whom he had personally taught before leaving Sunagakure to go on the expedition!

The timid little girl who followed behind her back back then has now grown into a graceful ninja.

"Juan...you've grown up..."

Ye Cang's deep green hair swayed slightly, his scorching chakra completely subsided, and the sand gold restraints on his ankles loosened.

Seeing his apprentice safe and sound, the resentment that had been building up in his heart for many years instantly melted away.

But after the obsession dissipated, a huge sense of confusion welled up in my heart.

She had died once, and now, though resurrected, she didn't know where to go or what to do.

Sunagakure was her hometown, but also the place that brought her endless pain. Her goal of revenge was gone, and the path ahead was shrouded in uncertainty.

Uchiha Mitsunori witnessed all of this and slowly said, "Ye Cang, I resurrected you; you owe me a life!"

Ye Cang looked up and saw Uchiha Sanfeng's Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan.

Sensing the powerful pressure emanating from the other party, she instantly realized that the strength of the person before her was unfathomable.

A chill ran through her, but she did not back down. Her Blazing Release chakra ignited once more: "Why did you revive me? And what about Sunagakure...? How are they now?"

Uchiha Mitsunori stared at Ye Cang, secretly using genjutsu to alter her consciousness: "I resurrected you for two reasons: first, to admire your talent in Scorching Release, and second, to make amends for the mistakes Sunagakure made back then. You should have been the pride of Sunagakure, but you perished because of the village's suspicions, which is very unfair."

"The Hidden Sand Village, Hidden Stone Village, and Hidden Cloud Village have now submitted to me. I am about to unify the ninja world and usher in a new era without betrayal or suspicion. I need a strong person like you to join me."

Ye Cang's body trembled slightly, and a complex mix of emotions flashed in his eyes: anger, resentment, and a hint of being moved.

She recalled how she risked her life for Sunagakure, only to be betrayed and killed in return, and the pain in her heart has yet to heal.

Looking at her reaction, Uchiha Mitsunori's eyes flashed with a strong possessiveness: "The ninja world is about to be unified, and I need capable people to assist me in establishing a peaceful new order. Your Scorching Release technique will surely shine brightly in the future Ninja World Grand Tournament. Therefore, I want you to be my queen."

"What...you want me...to be your queen?"

Ye Cang's eyes widened in disbelief. What kind of outrageous words were these?

The people in the hall were also in an uproar.

The three sisters, Kikyo, Karin, and Shion, exchanged a glance and then secretly laughed.

Sure enough, their lecherous father could argue and make things up with a straight face.

Luo Sha's expression changed slightly, but he dared not say anything more. Ye Cang's resurrection and submission might be a good thing for Sunagakure.

Uchiha Sanfeng stepped forward and grasped Ye Cang's wrist.

"As my queen, you will have supreme status and power. No one will dare to doubt you or take advantage of you. Your Blazing Release power will become a force to protect the peace of the ninja world, not a tool for civil war. I assure you that I will give you enough respect and freedom, and treat you as an equal to other queens."

As Ye Cang recalled his past experiences and regrets, and also thought about the peace that was about to come to the ninja world, his vigilance gradually relaxed.

Her scorching chakra gradually receded, her gaze shifted from wariness to calm, and finally to an expression of submission.

She slowly lowered her head, her deep green hair swaying slightly in the wind: "I... Ye Cang, wish to follow Lord Sanfeng, to be your queen, and to protect the new ninja world with you."

Uchiha Mitsunori smiled smugly and reached out to tuck a stray hair from her forehead: "Very good. From this day forward, you will be my queen, and together we will witness the peace of the ninja world."

Then, he turned to look at Rasa and Chiyo: "Ye Cang's past is a permanent stain on Sunagakure. I will erect a monument for her in Sunagakure to commemorate her achievements and to warn future generations... Sacrifice is not unacceptable, but betrayal and concealment can never be forgiven... Rasa, Chiyo, I entrust this matter to you. If there are any mistakes, you will be held responsible."

"Yes, Lord Mimine!" Rasa and Chiyo bowed in unison, their eyes filled with awe.

Juan ran quickly to Ye Cang's side, her eyes filled with joy: "Great, Teacher Ye Cang, I've finally seen you again!"

Ye Cang raised his hand and gently stroked his disciple's head, revealing a relieved smile: "Juan... I didn't expect you to have grown up so much... Take good care of yourself from now on."