Born with a great love for the Uchiha

Although it was an old story, it has been lauded to the skies by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

From courage to responsibility, from ability to character, this anonymous author has portrayed him as the true embodiment of the Will of Fire.

There were some words in the report that even Hiruzen Sarutobi blushed upon reading.

"No, this report is very well written, I like it very much."

Hiruzen Sarutobi paused, then stopped using platitudes and made his point clearer.

"But what I care about is not the part of the news that describes me, but... another part."

"You mean the 'deserter' in the report, right?"

Uchiha Gen didn't hide anything and said it directly.

"Or perhaps, it's Elder Danzo Shimura!"

"yes……"

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed in a mature and sophisticated manner.

He didn't mention Mitokado Yan or Utatane Koharu.

Although both of them are also high-ranking members of the village.

However, his presence in the village was far less significant than that of Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura.

Moreover, this news report from Da Ai Daily almost explicitly named "Shimura Danzo"!

No ninja with independent thinking would associate the "deserter" character in the report with Mitokado Homura or Utatane Koharu.

Hmm, maybe...

"You know, Danzo is my old friend. We've fought side by side for decades."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said slowly.

"Although he acted in an extreme way, everything he did was for the sake of the village."

"Danzo, he loves Konoha."

Danzo Shimura?

Does he love Konoha?

He has always only ever loved himself!

Gen Uchiha scoffed at Hiruzen Sarutobi's words.

But on the surface, he still put on a resentful look.

"I love Konoha too, and the Uchiha clan loves Konoha too!"

The Uchiha clan is plotting a coup!

Do you still love Konoha?

Konoha can't stand this kind of "love"!

Hiruzen Sarutobi simply couldn't stand continuing to fool Gen Uchiha.

This Uchiha brat is so young, how come he's so sly?

"This report!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi finally opened up.

"This will embarrass Danzo greatly!"

How exactly was it embarrassing?

"Uh, this report will damage Danzo's reputation!"

"Did Elder Danzo Shimura need a reputation?"

Gen Uchiha smiled, his expression serious and sincere.

"The Third Hokage, Elder Shimura Danzo, is the 'Darkness of Shinobi,' the leader of Root."

"For him, a good reputation has never been a necessity, has it?"

Uchiha Gen's voice was not loud, but every word was spoken clearly.

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned slightly.

He admitted that what Uchiha Gen said did make some sense.

Danzo Shimura, a black glove who specializes in doing dirty and tiring work for the village, what good reputation does he need?

Even if we set aside personal feelings...

This news report seemed to be entirely beneficial to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Third Hokage, I think you don't need to worry about Elder Shimura Danzo at all. Besides..."

Gen Uchiha's smile appeared gentle and sincere, but in reality, the smile did not reach his eyes.

"Bear the hardships of Tuanzang, and you will bear the good reputation."

"It's always been this way, hasn't it?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi is gone.

Uchiha Gen stood on the third floor of the Da Ai Newspaper Office, looking down at the back of the Third Hokage through the window.

Actually, there was one more thing he didn't say.

"Just because it's always been this way, does that mean it's right?"

……

It was evening.

The setting sun dyed the waters of the Namga River a golden hue.

Uchiha Shisui sat on a large rock on the riverbank, holding a fishing rod in his hand, looking like he was fishing.

But his gaze wasn't on the water; instead, it was fixed on the distant horizon, as if he were deep in thought.

Footsteps came from behind him.

"Brother Zhishui".

Uchiha Gen walked to his side and sat down cross-legged.

"Yuan, you've come."

Uchiha Shisui withdrew his gaze and looked at the young man beside him.

This family junior, who was unknown just two months ago, has now become the talk of the town throughout Konoha.

Especially today's newspaper!

"I've also read this newspaper and this report."

Uchiha Shisui took out the first edition of the Daiai Newspaper from his pocket.

"Thank you, Yuan."

Uchiha Shisui's gratitude stemmed from the description of Uchiha Kagami in the report.

Although there isn't much information about Uchiha Kagami in the news.

However, it still established a positive image for this family elder.

As a junior of Uchiha Kagami, it is only natural that Uchiha Shisui would express his gratitude.

"It's nothing, Brother Zhishui."

Gen Uchiha smiled.

"Upholding the image of our family ancestors is what I should do."

Uchiha Shisui nodded, then remained silent for a moment before choosing to get straight to the point.

"Yuan, how much do you know about..."

Uchiha Shisui paused for a moment before speaking.

"The darkness of the Uchiha clan!"

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"The darkness of the Uchiha clan..."

Gen Uchiha smiled, strode forward, passed Shisui Uchiha, and headed towards the rushing waters of the Naka River.

"Brother Zhishui, I don't even know where the end of the universe is, how would I know this?"

"...Stop making jokes with me, Yuan!"

Uchiha Shisui looked at the figure in front of him, his tone becoming serious.

"I'm seriously discussing this issue with you!"

"What's bothering you, Brother Zhishui?"

Gen Uchiha stood steadily on the undulating surface of the Naka River, his voice remaining calm and composed.

“Look, your thoughts are like the waters of the Nanhe River.”

"It is difficult to remain calm and clear-headed if there is any external disturbance."

"If you let it calm down, the answers to all your questions will become clear instantly."

As he spoke, Gen Uchiha released his chakra, forcibly calming the waters of the Naka River until they were completely still.

As the golden sunset shone down, the smooth water surface seemed to turn into a mirror.

Uchiha Shisui stared intently.

All that could be seen was the reflection of Uchiha Gen standing on the water's surface.