My Sign-in System in Naruto

What Haru had used wasn't Shisui's strongest genjutsu, Kotoamatsukami, but a regular genjutsu activated through the three-tomoe Sharingan.

As a genius of the Uchiha clan, Shisui was proficient in various genjutsu techniques. The moment the Anbu ninjas focused all their attention on Haru, he used Shisui's eyes to drag them into a genjutsu.

However, if Kakashi had known about this beforehand, he might have been able to resist it slightly using Obito's Sharingan.

But only slightly.

In terms of genjutsu prowess, Shisui was even more skilled than Itachi.

Coupled with the fact that Kakashi had been entirely focused on countering Haru's Wood Release, he, along with the others, was instantly pulled into the genjutsu world.

From the very beginning, they had never launched an attack. The training ground wasn't crowded with Anbu members either; only a few scattered individuals had been paying attention to the fight.

Yet, from their perspective, the battle had been nothing short of bizarre.

Before Kakashi could even order his team to form up, his subordinates fell one after another, followed by himself.

"What did that guy do?"

"I don't know… I couldn't see his movements at all…"

"See his movements? Did he even make a move? It felt like he just stood there, and then Kakashi and the others collapsed one by one…"

The observing Anbu members began to murmur among themselves.

"Was it genjutsu?"

Suddenly, someone in the crowd exclaimed. In their view, if Haru's speed wasn't so fast that it was imperceptible to the naked eye, the only explanation was genjutsu, one of the three major tactical principles of shinobi.

But…

"When did he activate the genjutsu?"

"Isn't that a bit too exaggerated? Kakashi has the Sharingan, after all…"

"Yeah, besides fire-style, the Uchiha clan is most famous for their genjutsu. Especially the Sharingan, which can nullify ninjutsu and genjutsu attacks…"

What shocked everyone the most was that, even by the end of the fight, they hadn't seen Haru make a move.

Even though someone had suggested genjutsu as a possibility, it was merely a reasonable guess.

They couldn't verify it, nor could they figure out how or when Haru had activated the genjutsu.

"Didn't any of you notice?"

Suddenly, a captain-level figure from the Anbu spoke up, as if questioning where everyone's eyes had been.

The others quickly turned their attention to this renowned individual.

"If this had been a battlefield…"

The one analyzing the battle was none other than Ibiki Morino, the captain of the Anbu Torture and Interrogation Force!

He couldn't help but take a deep breath, his throat tightening as he nervously swallowed.

"If this were a battlefield, not only would Kakashi and the others' lives be in Haru's hands, but the most terrifying part is that he could extract critical intelligence through his genjutsu."

"And what often determines the outcome of a battle is intelligence."

"Without a doubt, both Kakashi and Tenzo are among the most elite ninjas in the Hidden Leaf. Yet, in front of Haru, they were completely powerless. They didn't even realize he had activated a genjutsu…"

"That is true terror."

Ibiki was always good at masking his emotions, but this time, his face was filled with shock.

"When did such a terrifying individual appear in the village?"

Ibiki clenched his fists, feeling an unprecedented sense of relief that Haru was on Konoha's side and not from another village.

Otherwise, this guy would undoubtedly become the Hidden Leaf's greatest enemy.

In fact, it wasn't just Ibiki. Even Itachi was stunned by what he had witnessed.

At the critical moment, he had activated his Mangekyō Sharingan, resisting Haru's genjutsu.

Otherwise, he too would have been dragged into Haru's illusion.

In that brief moment, Itachi had seen how Haru had activated the genjutsu.

Although it was hard to believe, as someone who had always looked up to Shisui as an older brother, he couldn't be mistaken.

Those were Shisui's eyes!

But…

Why were they in Haru's possession?

Weren't they stolen by Danzo?

What was going on?

And this man, Haru not only did he possess chakra reserves comparable to a tailed beast, but he could also use Wood Release, a power that had disappeared since the First Hokage.

Now… this enigmatic man had also obtained Shisui's eyes.

"Most importantly, is he trying to showcase his power, or is he warning me…"

Itachi couldn't help but ponder.

"You seem surprised, Itachi."

Just as Itachi was struggling to make sense of Haru's actions, the man who had defeated everyone in an instant suddenly spoke.

"I thought…" Itachi deactivated his Sharingan but continued to stare at Haru nervously, his voice low, "you would use Wood Release to make them fear your power."

"Like you did before."

"Fear?" Haru hadn't expected Itachi to use that word.

After all, when he had used Wood Release in front of Itachi, it was to make him understand Haru's intentions and the depth of his plans.

Not just to intimidate.

Haru quickly laughed. "Who would go all out against their own subordinates?"

Itachi glanced at Kakashi and the others, his expression darkening. Based on his understanding of Shisui's abilities, these people would likely be trapped in the genjutsu for several days before recovering.

And Haru claimed he hadn't gone all out?

Yeah, I, Uchiha Itachi, almost believed that.

However, just as Haru was about to explain his next steps to Itachi, a familiar and long-awaited voice echoed in his ears.

Like the whisper of the wind or the song of birds, it was melodious and pleasant.

Host, please proceed to the Land of Iron for a check-in. Upon successful check-in, you will receive a reward!

"The Land of Iron, huh."

Haru murmured to himself, quite satisfied with the check-in location.

After all, that was where he was about to head to accompany Hiruzen Sarutobi in a meeting with the Raikage.

The timing was perfect, as the meeting was scheduled in three days.

"Itachi."

Haru took a deep breath, signaling Itachi to come closer.

Itachi looked at Haru, unsure of his intentions, but complied nonetheless.

He had no objections to Haru being the captain and had no plans to challenge him again.

"Do you want to know why Shisui failed?"

Haru lowered his voice, speaking to Itachi.

At the mention of Shisui's name, Itachi's eyes widened.

This man… truly knew everything.