"Since Orochimaru is using the village's ninjas for experiments, he should just take them down and make the evidence public, instead of spreading rumors and making everyone panic."

"Retsuto, you're thinking too simply. I imagine the Third Hokage must have had his reasons for doing this."

"What the hell are you thinking about?" Retsuto, whose beard was already half white, stared wide-eyed at the person next to him. "Sousuke, don't tell me you didn't realize that this was the method that forced Sakumo Hatake to his death."

In comparison, the more refined and cultured Sosuke looked helpless as he tried to convince the other party with a reasonable explanation. However, just as he was about to speak, he turned to look at the door.

At the same time, the other elders who were listening to the argument also sensed an unfamiliar presence approaching.

As the footsteps drew closer, a clear figure walked to the door, and as the partition door opened, a white-haired boy appeared before everyone.

With his white hair, a face resembling that of Tobirama Senju in his youth, his upright posture, and his composed demeanor upon meeting the elders, everyone present nodded in approval.

Afterwards, Qianyu calmly bowed to Granny Taohua at the head of the table, then sat upright next to her, listening attentively as everyone present began a new round of debate.

During this time, Qianyu did not voice any opinions. No matter what shocking secrets were revealed, he accepted them calmly without the slightest surprise.

After this Senju clan internal gathering, everyone's evaluation of him rose to another level. At least his composure was much stronger than that of the current clan head, Tsunade Senju.

After everyone else had left, Granny Momoka, who was sitting in the main seat, pointed to the two elders in front of her and said, "Senju Retsuto and Senju Sousuke are a generation above you and Tsunade. Currently, one is in the administration department and the other is in the medical department."

"Chiyu, please pay your respects to your elders."

Seeing Chiba bowing to them, the two seemed to sense the reappearance of the former clan leader Tobirama in their eyes, causing them to stand up involuntarily.

"After Tsunade, it's this child's turn. Retsuto and Sousuke, please help this child when you can in the future."

Granny Momoka still had an expression of impending death, which made Retsuto and Sosuke repeatedly say that they were not worthy of such praise. They had only boundless respect for this master of illusion who was left behind from the Warring States period.

After exchanging pleasantries, Qianyu saw the two elders off and returned to the room where she had just returned. There she saw the energetic Granny Taohua enjoying a cup of tea.

After spending time with her, Qianyu realized that it seemed that her presence had dispelled the gloom from Granny Taohua, and she was in much better spirits.

If this continues, even if the Third Hokage dies, Granny Momoka will still be able to eat two bowls of rice.

"The Senju clan has been scattered for so many years, it's not something that can be easily distinguished in a short time," Granny Momoka said, seemingly noticing Senyu's confusion, as she handed him some pastries.

Watching Qianyu devour the pastries, Granny Taohua smiled kindly. "The weaker this old woman appears, the more reassuring people feel."

"An old relic from the Warring States period, still worrying about his family's affairs on his deathbed—it's hard not to feel sympathy for him. After all, who can guarantee their family won't decline?"

The withered hand gently stroked Senju's white hair, and the figure of Senju Tobirama flickered in front of her, causing Senju Momoka's eyes to gradually moisten.

Even if she were to be punished by the two clan leaders in the Pure Land in the future, Senju Momoka would never give up on the task of restoring the Senju clan.

Thinking of this, a token was placed in Qianyu's hand. He recognized it as the key used by the Senju clan to store ninjutsu scrolls.

"Don't bite off more than you can chew. Don't waste your cultivation on the forbidden techniques inside. Wait until you reach a bottleneck in your strength before studying them."

Fearing that Chiyu might succumb to the temptation of the forbidden book, Senju Momoka solemnly gave her instructions. Chiyu did not disappoint her; she simply put the key away without any anxiety.

After that, Chiyu stayed with Granny Momoka and chatted until they had lunch together. Chiyu, Kanae Uzumaki, and Karin Uzumaki, a little dumpling who was running around everywhere, kept Granny Momoka smiling.

In contrast, Uchiha Shisui, who had just finished get off work, looked exhausted. Looking at Uchiha Itachi standing in front of him, he could only manage a weak smile.

"Itachi, is the clan leader home?" Shisui handed Itachi the three-colored dumplings and gently touched his forehead. This child had talent that was no less than his own.

Looking at the three-colored dumplings in his hand, Itachi Uchiha's Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily. "Shisui-nii, Father is waiting for you at the main house."

Seemingly sensing Shisui's weariness, Itachi turned to him as he led the way, "Shisui-nii, the clan has given you a heavy task, hasn't it? Why... didn't you refuse?"

Upon hearing this, Shisui was taken aback, not expecting Itachi to say such a thing. However, considering that this was the clan leader's residence, he still offered an explanation.

"Itachi, you and I are both part of the Uchiha clan. For the sake of the clan, we cannot refuse."

"For the sake of the clan," Itachi Uchiha repeated the four words in a low voice, his eyes showing confusion. Can the clan force someone to do something they hate?

Soon the partition door opened, and Fugaku Uchiha, with a solemn expression, was waiting for Shisui. However, when he saw the three-colored dango in Itachi's hand, a hint of dissatisfaction flashed in his eyes.

The precocious Itachi Uchiha instinctively placed the three-colored dumplings behind his back, while Shisui, who was standing to the side, did not expect that his good intentions would backfire. Just as he was about to explain, he was interrupted by Fugaku Uchiha.

"Itachi, you should go train. As the young head of the Uchiha clan, you cannot indulge in pleasures. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Father!"

Upon hearing his father's admonition, Itachi Uchiha put down the three-colored dumplings in his hand, got up, and left.

Looking at the respectful Uchiha Itachi, Shisui felt his weariness deepen. He had too many emotions to express, but he didn't know who to confide in.

"Shisui, come in and tell me about your mission and the recent movements of the Third Hokage."

Watching the clan leader's retreating figure, and seeing the three-colored dumplings left behind by Itachi being cleaned up by the maid, he shook his head helplessly.

Itachi is already way ahead of others at this age. If we put more pressure on him, I'm really worried that he won't be able to handle it.

On the other side, Itachi, who was about to go out for training, walked to his mother's door. He wanted to see Sasuke, and only when he saw his younger brother could he feel a sense of relief.

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