Naruto: Mikoto and Tsunade, don't let either of them go.

"Kyuu-kun, you must be hungry too. Come and try my cooking." With that, she poured a cup of sake for Uchiha Kyuu-kun.

When Uchiha Kazuyama heard Mikoto's greeting, he came to his senses. Seeing that Mikoto had already set everything out, and realizing that he was indeed a little hungry, he didn't stand on ceremony and sat down to eat the rather appealing snacks. Meanwhile, Uchiha Mikoto knelt down beside him, recommending the snacks she had made to Uchiha Kazuyama while refilling his empty wine glass.

"Kyuu-kun, you must be exhausted?" Uchiha Mikoto said as she poured Yuu-kun a drink.

Uchiha Kakuyama paused, then looked at Mikoto with a questioning gaze.

"Ever since Qiushan-kun awakened his eye technique that allows him to foresee the future, he has shouldered the fate of the Uchiha clan. He has worked tirelessly to change the fate of the Uchiha, risking his life, and in the end, he was almost killed by me. Qiushan-kun, I am so sorry." As she spoke, Uchiha Mikoto's eyes welled up with tears again, and she almost cried. Her eyes were red and swollen.

Uchiha Kakuyama put down his wine glass, staring blankly at Uchiha Mikoto, never expecting her to have such a vivid imagination. He could only offer some words of comfort:

"It's alright, this is what I should do as a member of the Uchiha clan." Since Uchiha Mikoto thought so, Qiu Shan didn't have the heart to refute her. Did he want to tell her that he had actually been prepared to run away long ago and had no intention of fighting to the death at all?

At the same time, Uchiha Kakuzan understood why Mikoto had come to find him alone: ​​she was apologizing for almost killing him earlier.

As the night deepened and the wine grew stronger, Qiu Shan was somewhat tipsy after finishing the entire jug of sake brought by Uchiha Mikoto.

Seeing this, Mikoto also tidied up the tatami mats and helped Uchiha Okayama onto the bed.

Uchiha Kakuzan lay groggily in bed, vaguely sensing that Mikoto had turned off the lights, followed by rustling sounds.

Uchiha Kakuzan sobered up immediately and became extremely nervous, stammering as he asked:

"Madam, what do you mean by this?"

Mikoto Uchiha's voice is very gentle

"Lord Qiushan, don't you know? This is my way of showing my loyalty to the Lord."

"Furthermore, this is also Mikoto's way of apologizing to Okayama-kun for what he did earlier."

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Kakuzan could no longer maintain his composure and immediately pulled her into a hug.

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The morning sunlight streamed into the room through the window, and early birds chirped by the window as Uchiha Kakuyama slowly woke up.

Yesterday was really tiring. Uchiha Kakuzan not only had to travel back and forth, but also went through a life-or-death experience, and then stayed up for half the night, so he slept quite soundly.

The sunlight shone on Qiu Shan's face, waking him from his dream.

Uchiha Kazuyama slowly regained consciousness, vaguely sensing someone beside him. Kazuyama slowly opened his eyes, and what came into view was Uchiha Mikoto's pretty face, still flushed with a captivating blush, shining brightly in the morning sunlight. Uchiha Kazuyama remembered what had happened the night before.

Seeing that Uchiha Mikoto was still asleep, and looking at the messy room, Uchiha Okayama suddenly remembered the great battle last night. Five battles, five victories, crushing the enemy until they were powerless to resist. Only then did they reluctantly call a retreat and fall asleep.

Uchiha Kakuzan was young and infatuated when he met the beautiful and charming Uchiha Mikoto. He couldn't resist her charm. It was the best time of the year, springtime, when the flowers were falling and he met her again.

Uchiha Kakuzan reached out to Mikoto again. Mikoto seemed to sense something, opened her eyes groggily, and saw Kakuzan's actions, seemingly not understanding what he was doing.

"Lord Qiushan?"

"Sister Mikoto".

"Huh?" Mikoto Uchiha was still a little confused.

"I like you."

Seeing that Mikoto was awake, Uchiha Kakuzan no longer stood on ceremony and abruptly pulled back the covers...

After his morning exercise, Uchiha Kyuuyama left Uchiha Fugaku's house without even saying goodbye. Although Fugaku had agreed, Kyuuyama felt awkward facing him.

The morning sunlight was soft and warm. Uchiha Kakuzan hurried towards the riverbank, the place he and Uchiha Shisui had agreed upon. They had split into two groups, and regardless of success or failure, they would meet here to report their progress and discuss their next course of action.

When Uchiha Kakuzan arrived, Shisui was already waiting there. Kakuzan didn't know if Shisui had succeeded, but Shisui looked somewhat disheveled and tired, probably because he hadn't rested all night.

Seeing Shisui's exhausted appearance, Uchiha Kakuyama felt a little embarrassed. After all, compared to Shisui's fatigue, he himself had a good night's rest and was full of energy.

Upon seeing Qiu Shan's arrival, Uchiha Shisui perked up. Seeing Qiu Shan's radiant appearance, he felt more confident and got straight to the point:

"Qiu Shan, how's the plan going? Have you used your pupil technique on the Grand Elder?"

Upon hearing Shisui's words, Uchiha Kagami blinked, deliberately shook his head, and said in a low voice, "I did not use 'Kotoamatsukami' on the Grand Elder."

When Uchiha Shisui saw Qiu Shan shake his head, his heart skipped a beat. When he heard that Qiu Shan hadn't used his eye technique on the Grand Elder, he couldn't help but show a look of anxiety on his face.

Seeing Shisui's expression, Uchiha Kakuzan stopped teasing the honest man and a wicked smile appeared on his face.

"However, I have persuaded the Grand Elder, who has agreed not to incite hostility between the clansmen and Konoha Village for the next few years."

Uchiha Shisui heard Qiu Shan's words and knew that Qiu Shan was just teasing him. However, the elder's stubbornness and temper were well-known in the clan. Uchiha Shisui didn't know how Qiu Shan had persuaded the elder without using 'Kotoamatsukami'.

Uchiha Kakuzan explained the process in detail to Shisui, and also told him about the importance the Grand Elder placed on the Mangekyou Sharingan and the reasons why the Grand Elder agreed.

Chapter 16 Shisui, please die!!!

Chapter Sixteen: Still Water, please die!!!

Upon hearing what Qiu Shan said and understanding the Grand Elder's attitude, Uchiha Shisui finally felt relieved.

Only after Uchiha Kakuzan finished speaking did Shisui sigh:

"I never expected the Grand Elder to value the Mangekyou Sharingan so much, and even change his stance for it."

Uchiha Shisui looked at Qiu Shan with a smile in his eyes:

"Qiu Shan, you handled things far better than I did. It seems I'll need to listen to your advice more often. Your strategic thinking and overall perspective have always been superior to mine, and coupled with your eye technique, your vision and magnanimity surpass mine. Where the Uchiha clan goes depends entirely on you. Rest assured, I will fully support you."

Hearing Shisui's words, which sounded like a sigh and a vow, Qiu Shan lost his joking mood. He looked calmly into Shisui's expectant eyes and nodded heavily.

"Don't worry, everything will be fine."

With Uchiha Kyuuyama's assurance, Shisui breathed a sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his heart. He then informed Kyuuyama of his progress.

“I went to see the Third Hokage last night. He trusts me, so things went very smoothly. As you requested, his mindset wasn't drastically altered, just slightly modified. His attention to and hostility towards the Uchiha clan was reduced, while his goodwill towards them was increased.”

"Also, I told the Third Hokage about my awakening of the Mangekyou Sharingan, and it was because of this that the use of 'Kotoamatsukami' went so smoothly."

Seeing that Qiu Shan nodded slightly to indicate that he understood, Uchiha Shisui frowned slightly and continued:

"Later, I went to the Root base to look for Shimura Danzo. I don't know if he was too wary of me or if he really wasn't in the village. I waited at the Root base all night but didn't see Danzo. Later, I was afraid that staying any longer would arouse his suspicion, so I came back."

Upon hearing Shisui's account, Uchiha Kakuzan sighed inwardly; he knew things wouldn't go so smoothly.

It's important to understand that Shimura Danzo was part of Root operating in the shadows, unlike the Third Hokage who received much attention. Moreover, all the Root members he controlled were sealed with the Tongue-Severing Seal, making them highly secretive. If Shisui had been hit by Shimura's Kotoamatsukami, it wouldn't have been a matter of slightly altering his thoughts like the Third Hokage's, but rather like Fugaku Uchiha, where he would have been completely controlled. In that case, it would be equivalent to taking control of Danzo's Root as well.

However, there will be other opportunities in the future. As long as Danzo Shimura, this troublemaker who causes trouble everywhere, is not controlled or eliminated, Uchiha Kakuzan will not be able to sleep peacefully.

However, Shisui Uchiha did his best. It can only be said that Danzo Shimura was too cunning and treacherous, and Shisui's abilities cannot be blamed.

Uchiha Kakuyama comforted him:

"It's alright. As long as the Third Hokage changes his attitude towards the Uchiha, even if Shimura Danzo wants to deal with us, he will be stopped by the Third Hokage. After all, the leader of our village is still the Third Hokage, and he still has the final say in matters concerning Konoha."

"As for Shimura Danzo, we'll deal with him later. If we contact him too frequently recently, it will definitely alert him."

Upon hearing Qiu Shan's analysis, Uchiha Shisui nodded in agreement.

"Then we have accomplished more than half of our predetermined goal. As long as there are no major changes, our Uchiha clan can basically live in harmony with the village."

"Yes, and there was an unexpected bonus." Uchiha Kakuyama decided not to hide it from Shisui and told him about how he had controlled Uchiha Fugaku.

Seeing the questioning look in Shisui's eyes, Uchiha Kakuzan continued...

“I used ‘Kotoamatsukami’ to control the clan leader.”

Qiu Shan looked up at the sky, feeling somewhat embarrassed. After all, he had previously said that Uchiha Fugaku was not a significant threat and did not need to be controlled, but he hadn't expected that he would control him in the end.

Before Shisui could ask a question, Uchiha Kakuzan continued to explain:

"Although the clan chief is relatively friendly towards the village, he is too indecisive and his role is limited. Moreover, he is the clan chief, and only if he stands on the same side as us can we proceed with our next steps."

Upon hearing Qiu Shan's explanation, Shisui was somewhat embarrassed. After all, Fugaku Uchiha was Itachi Uchiha's father, and he had always regarded Itachi as his own younger brother.

Now that his closest friend, whom he could entrust his life to, has taken control of his younger brother's father, Shisui's kind nature has left him somewhat conflicted.

Uchiha Kakuzan, of course, understood Shisui's temperament and did not give him time to hesitate, directly confronting Shisui.

"Shisui, there's one more very important thing I need to ask of you. Please be sure to agree to it. Although it might be quite tiring and cause you some trouble, I've carefully considered it, and only you are suitable to do it."

Upon hearing what Uchiha Shisui said, he temporarily put aside his inner turmoil and listened attentively to what Uchiha Qiushan had to say.

"Next, Shisui, please die!!!" Uchiha Kakuzan stared intently at Shisui, but his words made Shisui's heart pound uncontrollably.

Uchiha Shisui, of course, did not believe that Qiu Shan would do anything to harm him. His heartbeat gradually calmed down, and he raised his eyebrows, signaling Qiu Shan to continue.

Seeing Shisui's expression, Uchiha Kakuzan knew he hadn't fooled him and said with some dissatisfaction:

"Hey, Shisui, even if you're not scared, at least cooperate a little. I told you to go die, aren't you afraid? What's with that expression?"

Seeing that Qiu Shan looked somewhat exasperated, Uchiha Shisui said with a smile:

"I know you too well. You're trying to trick me again. I believe you. Even if you destroy the village, you won't kill me."

Upon hearing Shisui's words, Uchiha Kakuzan pouted somewhat displeased and explained:

"Alright, you guessed right. I have a plan that I need your cooperation with so that our Uchiha clan can turn the tables and take the initiative."

Uchiha Kyuuyama nodded, indicating that he would cooperate and let Kyuuyama continue speaking.

"Didn't the Third Hokage already know that you've awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan? We can let more people know about this. Tell me, given Danzo's attitude towards our Uchiha clan and his greed for the Sharingan, what would happen if he found out that you've awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan?"

Upon hearing Uchiha Kakuzan's words, Shisui continued his analysis.

"Given Danzo's character, he'd either try to win me over or kill me when I'm off guard and steal my Sharingan. However, Danzo also knows I'm close to the Third Hokage, so the chances of me being killed are higher."

Chapter 17 Ichiraku Ramen

Chapter Seventeen Ichiraku Ramen

Uchiha Kakuzan nodded in agreement upon hearing Shisui's analysis.

"Yes, and then I will appear at this time, take advantage of this incident to make trouble, and make a demand that the Uchiha clan's territory be moved away from here, to a place far away from Konoha Village. The Third Hokage will definitely agree in order to appease us. Then we will create our own barrier, so that we can get away from the surveillance of the Anbu and Root."

Upon hearing Qiu Shan's words, Uchiha Shisui frowned and raised an objection:

"But the Third Hokage and Danzo aren't fools either. They're cunning and scheming. If I fake my death, they definitely won't be able to fool me."

Upon hearing Shisui's objection, Uchiha Kakuyama gave him a meaningful look.

“With people as shrewd as the Third Hokage and Danzo, plus the secret techniques of the various families in the village, how could you possibly fool them if you faked your death?”

Uchiha Shisui paused for a moment, his eyes calm and still.

"I understand."

"Furthermore, Shisui, do you know the consequences of your death?" Uchiha Kakuyama continued.

"Our Uchiha clan will not only escape our current predicament, but will also gain another pair of Mangekyou Sharingan."

Uchiha Shisui reacted quickly

"Itachi Uchiha?"

Qiu Shan nodded: "In the fragments of the future I saw, because of your death, Itachi Uchiha awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan. Now it seems that, with Itachi's talent, his Sharingan should have reached the limit of three tomoe. Given his feelings for you, if you were murdered for some reason, then the chances of Itachi awakening the Mangekyou Sharingan are very high."

Hearing Qiu Shan's words, Uchiha Shisui smiled with some satisfaction: "I didn't expect Itachi to be so promising. He awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan at a younger age than me. He will definitely become an outstanding strongman in the future."

Upon hearing Shisui's words, Uchiha Kakuzan inwardly scoffed, "Becoming a strong person is certainly not wrong, but he's got a screw loose. He was fooled by the Third Hokage, and with the threat from Uchiha Obito, he actually wiped out his own clan and parents, and died alone, burdened with immense hatred."

Itachi Uchiha is a good person, but he has contracted the mental illness unique to the Uchiha clan and lives in his own world. Uchiha Kakuyama couldn't bear to see him suffer such a tragic end. However, these things need to be addressed slowly and gradually. With some caution towards the Third Hokage, there shouldn't be too much of a problem.

Uchiha Kakuzan looked at Shisui: "So, Shisui, for the sake of the Uchiha clan, for Itachi's Mangekyou Sharingan, the only way is for you to truly die once."

Shisui looked at Uchiha Kakuyama seriously: "I'll confirm one more time, is there really no other way? Do I really need to die?"

Qiu Shan responded seriously, "This is the best way. Don't worry, as long as you die, I will definitely fight for the greatest benefit for the Uchiha clan and prevent the Uchiha clan from being wiped out again. I will lead the Uchiha clan to glory."

Upon receiving confirmation from Kyuuyama, Uchiha Shisui smiled with relief and nodded.

"Alright, I promise you. However, you must also protect my body. I don't want it to fall into Danzo's hands. Also, you must keep my Sharingan. I hope it will be helpful to you in the future. I haven't used the 'Kotoamatsukami' in my left eye yet, and they have entrusted it to you."

Uchiha Kakuyama nodded: "Don't worry, Shisui. You rest for a few days. I'll arrange for someone to spread the news that you've awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan in a few days. Danzo will definitely come looking for you then, so be careful."

Zhi Shui nodded. Having just returned from a mission outside the village, and with so much going on last night without rest, even though he was a strong person, he felt quite tired and decided to go back and get some rest.

Qiu Shan had finished discussing the important matters, and Uchiha Shisui was also showing signs of leaving, so he extended a sincere invitation:

"Shisui, we've been busy all night and haven't had breakfast yet. Let's go eat Ichiraku Ramen, it's on me."

Uchiha Kakuzan had no choice. Although Konoha Village was quite large, it had very little good food. The only decent things to offer were Ichiraku Ramen and yakiniku (grilled meat). But what normal person would go out to eat yakiniku so early in the morning? Besides, yakiniku restaurants wouldn't be open at this time of day.

Therefore, a steaming bowl of ramen with meat and egg can be very satisfying, giving you energy and vitality to face the whole day.

Uchiha Shisui didn't really like ramen, and he wasn't in the mood for it anyway. He just wanted to go back and rest quietly, so he declined Kyuuyama's invitation and went back alone.

Uchiha Kakuzan understood Shisui's feelings and didn't press him further. Watching Shisui's figure disappear into the morning light, he felt a little depressed that no one was going to eat with him. He touched his eyes, which were still slightly hot, and complained, "Well, if no one's going to eat with me, I'll just go eat by myself. I'm going to eat the super-sized deluxe tonkotsu ramen."

As Uchiha Kakuyama left, he muttered to himself as he walked towards the village. The usually deserted riverbank became quiet again, and the morning sun shone on the shimmering river, creating a peaceful scene.