I, Uchiha: Split Konoha

Chapter 46 Rights!

Inside the office, seeing Shisui's hesitant expression, Uchiha Yoru naturally knew what the other was thinking, but he didn't want to bring it up. Some things can only be kept in one's heart so that one can remember this time forever.

"The Seventh Division of the Police Department needs to be in normal operation in a week. I'll have to trouble you this time, Shisui."

Upon hearing Uchiha Yoru's solemn tone, Shisui quickly composed himself and respectfully nodded, saying, "Don't worry, Brother Yoru, the Seventh Division of the Police Department will be fine in a week."

Looking at Shisui's assurance, Uchiha Yoru gave him a deep look, then slowly lowered his head, giving off a sense of concealment.

"The Seventh Division of the Police Department not only represents the Uchiha clan, but also Orochimaru-sensei's contact with the various clans within the village, so the direction of their operations will need to be different in the future."

It can be said that this seventh squad is a miniature version of Orochimaru's forces, and it is foreseeable that it will attract the attention of all the major clans in Konoha.

"Brother Ye, you mean?" Shisui was still a little confused. The former police department represented the Uchiha clan, and the police department was responsible for maintaining public order.

They were in charge of any crime within the village, but Uchiha Yoru was giving this solemn address, so it was clear that things were different.

Seeing Shisui's confusion, Uchiha Yoru lowered his gaze even further, as if he were in darkness, and said in a hoarse voice, "From now on, the Seventh Police Division will implement a policy of prioritizing ninjas in terms of public security management, and among ninjas, the major clans will be the most important."

Upon hearing this, Shisui's expression suddenly changed drastically. He looked up at Uchiha Yoru, who had made this decision, and closed his eyes, looking exhausted, as if he had made an extremely difficult decision.

The meaning is quite clear! Under his management, Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin, was being sent a political signal to elevate the status of ninjas while clearly defining ranks within the ninja community.

To put it bluntly, when both large clans and ordinary ninjas commit crimes, the large clans turn a blind eye, and the ordinary ninjas can only act in accordance with official business.

Similarly, in cases of conflict between civilians and ninjas, the bias is towards the ninjas.

Although not explicitly stated, it clearly delineated social status levels.

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Shisui's face darkened, and he couldn't help but say in a deep voice, "Brother Night! This is not a time of war. Doing this will bring great criticism."

This kind of unspoken rule that almost divides social status is only implemented during wartime, since ninjas are always on high alert at the front lines and are extremely prone to causing trouble when they return.

Now that the three wars are over, the higher-ups have ordered the police department to manage the village's security, especially at this critical moment. If they don't do a good job, wouldn't that make the village distrust the Uchiha even more?

"Stop the water!"

With a more forceful tone, Uchiha Yoru opened his bloodshot, weary eyes. "Some people have already made their moves. Orochimaru-sensei has been sidelined, and the village is delaying in electing the Fifth Hokage. Only in this way can Orochimaru-sensei avoid losing the support of the major clans."

Indeed, this explicit protection of the ninja community, especially the major clans, while somewhat unfair to ordinary people, also elevates the status of ninjas.

The benefits are also enormous; no one dislikes a high and mighty position, especially a ninja who wields immense power.

"Shisui, you must understand that although Orochimaru-sensei has been sidelined, the village absolutely cannot be without his voice. If it really comes to that, there will be many more changes for the Fifth Hokage."

Today, Uchiha Yoru alone cannot represent Orochimaru, but if he gathers countless followers of Orochimaru under his command, then the collective voice will be Orochimaru's voice.

After pondering for a while, Zhi Shui finally sighed softly and nodded, saying, "Brother Ye, I understand. Thank you for your hard work."

In Shisui's eyes, Uchiha Yoru was clearly someone pushed forward by the clan. This position was tempting, but also extremely dangerous. He could already see his elder brother utterly exhausted from the political struggles, which even made him feel a sense of disgust for politics.

"Go down. Some darkness needs to be covered. Shisui, you will be a genius in the sunlight someday."

At this moment, it seemed that all the pressure was on Uchiha Yoru's shoulders. He seemed to have taken the position of captain of the police department, but it was also a hot potato.

Because of the political clashes, Uchiha Yoru is Orochimaru's open representative. If he is not careful, he will become a victim of the power struggle between the two sides. Even those who do not know much about politics know how hot this position is.

"Brother Ye, you should get some rest. I'll head down now."

At this moment, Shisui felt ashamed. He had great strength, but he couldn't help at all. Instead, he made Brother Ye bear the heaviest burden.

"Go on, Shisui. I'll rest for a bit. I still need to report to the teacher later."

He rubbed his temples wearily, looking utterly exhausted. Seeing this, Zhi Shui could only turn away with a guilty conscience. Now, he could only channel his guilt into strength to work hard and reduce the pressure on his older brother.

With a creak, the wooden office door closed, and bright sunlight streamed into the room. Uchiha Yoru, who was sitting upright in his office chair, opened his eyes.

At this moment, Uchiha Yoru no longer showed any signs of fatigue or heaviness. Instead, he squinted his eyes and revealed a look of intoxication.

He picked up the teacup beside him and gazed wistfully at the busy figures outside the glass, especially those black dots that flickered like fleas, which seemed to give him the feeling of trampling ninjas under his feet.

A slow smile crept onto his lips, and Uchiha Yoru narrowed his eyes, murmuring to himself with a sense of ecstasy, "So this is power. As expected, there's no escaping it no matter which world you're in."

Although ninjas wield great power, most of them are weapons in the hands of those in power.

"Am I now considered someone who wields a weapon?"

Upon hearing the question, Uchiha Yoru smiled. No one dislikes the power that comes with it. Although he was still a weapon in the hands of some powerful people, he was at least a leader of a weapon force.

To others, every step he took was like walking a tightrope, but to him, it was a decision made based on future intelligence. Otherwise, would people really think that his family would give him such great power because he had made such a great contribution?

You have to understand that every police squad leader is an experienced, veteran elite Jonin, but what is he? His overall strength, when combined, barely reaches the level of a Special Jonin.

Looking at the Jonin appointment letter delivered by the Hokage on the table, he immediately revealed a mocking smile, "Perhaps in your eyes, someone who can be easily manipulated has never been worth your attention."

Rights! But one must also have the corresponding strength. Right now, his strength is completely insufficient, but everyone in Konoha has tacitly accepted it.

He accepted the hot potato, his confidence stemming not only from knowing the future changes, but also from his self-confidence—confidence that he could quickly prove himself worthy of the position.

Thanks to brother 'Yuanyuan Tianxia Diyi' for the 600 Qidian coins reward. Thank you for your support, brothers. Please continue reading next Monday and Tuesday to support me. I'm relying on reading to boost my recommendation level.

(End of this chapter)