Chapter 27: It's a Trap!
*Correction in the last paragraph of the previous chapter. Thanks for pointing it out, reader!*
Through the understanding of Senjutsu from her inherited memories, Natsume received a branch of knowledge about the ultimate schemer in the world, Zetsu. Based on what was in the memories, Zetsu was the cause of all the major turning points in history. It would influence Indra, and all of his reincarnations in order to revive Kaguya. It was the bane of the Uchiha!
Learning of such a terrifying opponent that could influence people's wills and even parasitize their bodies, Natsume's desire to become stronger strengthened. Madara was its next target, and although there were no memories to support it, Natsume theorized that his life was so tragic partly due to Zetsu's influence. For now, all she could do was suppress her building rage and focus on the mission.
At some point, it had started to snow. Since they were still in the winter months, the lack of snow was more surprising these last few days. However, this was good news for the caravan. The Shirogane shinobi had left the supplies perfectly intact since they didn't plan to do anything special with them. This allowed for the Uchiha to carefully tamper with the supplies. Since the snow started, this would increase their chances of a successful infiltration.
After a day of travel, they finally re-entered the forest. Based on their estimates, the Senju-Hatake camp should be just ahead past the ridge. Before they could get any closer, they were surrounded by warriors from the alliance. Based on the information extracted from the Land of Fire shinobi, the puppet master had the leader release an encoded chakra flare.
Upon confirmation, half of the warriors retreated, and the remainder came down to empty the carts. The disguised Uchiha helped carry the load to the camp by foot since the carts couldn't make it up the steep cliff. After a few trips, they managed to bring all the crates to the temporary storehouse in the camp. Natsume looked around and saw many enemy shinobi sitting and eating together joyfully.
'There is not much different from us. If not for the cycle of hatred, perhaps we could get along.' Natsume pondered and understood Hashirama's ideals. Even someone like Madara could see how wasteful the current system was. She sighed and was about to retreat from the camp when she spotted some strange movements on the edge of camp.
She moved quickly to see what was happening but couldn't find anything. She looked around for a moment before spotting a piece of paper stuck to the wall in the wind. It looked like a harmless object that was just caught up in the weather. However, when Natsume saw it, she was reminded of the paper fuinjutsu tags from her memories.
She infused a bit of chakra into the paper, and the formula was revealed for a split second. She did not understand what the formula would do but realized that things would turn bad very quickly. She attempted to rush back into camp to contact the other Uchiha when she felt a familiar presence behind her.
"Natsume, its too late. You must return to the camp and inform Tajima-dono." Sahiro grabbed her and twisted his body before launching her deeper into the forest. At that moment, a series of formulas appeared all over the camp and a green barrier was erected over a vast space to capture anyone. Natsume just barely made it out of the range due to being thrown. Then, the terrifying sound was heard.
Awhuuuuu!
Natsume's heart dropped upon seeing that familiar orange fur and terrifying scream. Kyuubi was covered in adamantium chains with a solitary figure riding his back. The man wore a white demon mask. She instantly recognized that this was an ambush by the Uzumaki. There were so many thoughts floating around in her head, her trauma resurfaced, and she found it difficult to breathe. Her father saved her instead of escaping himself.
"Why! Why is everyone sacrificing themselves for me!?" She couldn't help shouting. Her mother, Hinako, and now her father. Is this the Uchiha curse? Were they destined to watch their loved ones die one a time? For what reason? All these questions popped up into her mind as the Kyuubi began its assault. With her sharingan, she could see hundreds of shinobi reveal themselves from the shadows. And upon closer inspection… none of them were Senju or Hatake.
"Hah, all the enemies have gathered unknowingly into the mouth of the beast." She mocked herself with tears in her eyes. Many people died in one go. Natsume saw some Uchiha get hit by the first attack and her heart clenched. It was only a matter of time before her father was also sacrificed. The desire to save him became the only thought in her mind.
Everything happened in a sudden flash of bright light. Her Mangekyou sharingan activated on its own and her left eye began to bleed. The world around Natsume turned into streaks of light. Nothing could be seen from behind her anymore, only a short tunnel ahead. In an instant, she arrived at the center of their headquarters.
"Intruder!" Many Uchiha surrounded Natsume as she appeared. Her transformation dissipated, revealing her form as she collapsed from the pain of using her Mangekyou ability for the first time. Tajima saw her unique eyes and immediately went to her side, blocking people's line of sight.
"It can't be…" Tajima whispered, fearing the worst. The way to evolve to the Mangekyou was clear to him, and he assumed she had just awakened it. The most impactful was the death of a loved one.
"Tajima, please save them… The camp…. Trap," her churning stomach and intense pain caused her to vomit blood.
"Everyone, gear up. Begin to mobilize!" However, he frowned. The distance was too far to make it in time. He looked down at Natsume, and they made eye contact. Her Mangekyou was still active. He seemed to give her a questioning gaze, and she bit her lip before nodding.
"I can do it." She replied confidently.
CREATORS' THOUGHTS 
Pengincognito
Pengincognito Don't flame me for making her cry all the time, I know some people prefer a coldblooded murderous MC. Well, tuff! Natsume can be badass and emotional at the same time. Plus shes just a kid.
Weekly Power Status
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Ranking 
-- Power
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