Konoha: This Uchiha is extremely sneaky

Chapter 210 News

Mikoto Uchiha, who was on the front lines, was not dressed like a housewife as depicted in the original work.

Her long, flowing hair was gathered up and tied into a low ponytail. She wore a Konoha headband, a green ninja vest, and a ninja longsword at her waist.

She has lost some of the gentleness and virtuousness of the original character, and appears heroic and dashing.

"I wonder if Toshiro's mission went smoothly?"

As soon as Mikoto Uchiha left, Fugaku inquired about Toshiro's mission. He was aware of the mission Toshiro and his team had undertaken.

Before embarking on the mission, Toshiro did not keep it a secret from his family and informed them of the mission details directly.

As for keeping secrets, he doesn't care!

Even if we take a step back and say that all clan ninjas do this, it's not just the Uchiha who do it.

"The mission went relatively smoothly, with no irreparable casualties."

"Is that so? That's really good news."

What he fears most now is hearing about the casualties of his clan members. Since he became the clan leader, the pressure from the village has increased, causing the number of casualties among the clan's ninjas to rise sharply.

Although they were all working to end the war, the pressure on the Uchiha clan was simply too great.

"Although the mission objectives were achieved and there were no casualties, but..."

As he spoke, Toshiro paused, wanting to see Fugaku's expression. He was genuinely worried about his new clan leader.

If he were also a schizophrenic patient brainwashed by the Will of Fire, he would be in for a headache.

"There's no need to worry. The fact that there were no casualties is already the best news. If any problems arise, the family can prepare in advance!"

As the newly appointed head of the Uchiha clan, the Konoha leadership gave him a real taste of the cruelty of war.

As long as there are no large-scale casualties among his people, he can remain calm.

"This mission took quite a while, and I imagine there will be some gossip going on in the village!"

Seeing that the other party's attitude was acceptable, Toshiro didn't intend to keep quiet and directly explained the details of the mission to Fugaku Uchiha.

"I know about the mission you were carrying out, but has the mission timed out?"

"I understand! I'll explain the situation to the village!"

As a ninja who was part of the Konoha Police Force, he could still say a few words after being promoted to the position of police captain.

Unlike family members in mission teams, who have little say in their missions as the captain of the security force, he was different.

Seeing the other party's stance, Toshiro was quite relieved. It seems this clan leader is at least barely competent, at least knowing how to protect his clan members.

Hmm! That works fine~

"Toshiro's strength is increasingly surprising to me! Many in the family believe that your mission may fail and result in significant casualties."

I never expected you all to return safely; it's truly unexpected, but also something to be happy about!

Looking at Toshiro sitting down, Fugaku was filled with satisfaction. Toshiro was his uncle's disciple, so naturally they had a close connection.

The fact that the other party is powerful is excellent news for the family right now.

only……

"I wonder if something bad has happened?"

Seeing the changing expression on the other person's face, Toshiro asked, "I wonder who else has sacrificed themselves this time?"

"Uchiha Shigemasa has sacrificed himself!"

"..."

Upon hearing this news, Toshiro's expression froze, and he was momentarily stunned.

"Did Professor Shigemasa also die in the war?"

After a long while, Toshiro finally uttered a sound that seemed both sad and lamenting.

Then he sat down in his seat without making a sound.

He was just standing there, lost in thought.

To be honest, I've only spent less than two years with Uchiha Shigemasa. Since the last Chunin Exams, their entire squad has been incorporated into the Security Department.

Uchiha Shigemasa, on the other hand, went to the battlefield alongside the former clan head. Their relationship wasn't particularly deep, though.

The sudden news of the enemy's death still stirred a ripple in his heart.

At the same time, images of the other person teaching him, as well as Yan and Zhe, kept replaying in his mind.

Although the time they spent together wasn't very long, the memories they created are still unforgettable.

Whether it was her earnest teachings to herself, her patient guidance to Zhe, or her deep care for Yan.

All of these left a deep impression on him.

Unexpectedly, upon returning to the main camp, they received news of the enemy's death in battle.

"How could someone as skilled as Shigemasa suddenly die?"

Despite his sadness, Toshiro hadn't lost his composure and began asking about the specifics of the situation.

……

Upon hearing Toshiro's question, Fugaku Uchiha did not answer immediately. Instead, he closed his eyes and remained motionless for a long time.

???

"It's my fault. During the battle the day before yesterday, in order to save me..."

After closing his eyes and adjusting for a while, Fugaku Uchiha finally spoke, his expression turning sorrowful.

It turns out that during the last battle, Uchiha Fugaku, as the clan leader, lost control of himself due to the heavy casualties among his clan and ventured deep into enemy territory.

It was only because Uchiha Shigemasa risked his life to cover him that he was able to escape.

He merely covered for Shigeaki, and although he eventually returned to the camp, he was already on his deathbed...

"Is that so...?"

Upon hearing this result, Toshiro was momentarily lost in thought.

Having been active on the battlefield for a long time, he had seen many such cases. Although Uchiha Shigemasa was his teacher, his ending was not surprising.

"Who is the murderer?"

There was no excessive grief, nor did I suffer a mental breakdown upon hearing the news, let alone activate my kaleidoscope.

Toshiro looked at Fugaku with a serious expression and asked the question.

All he could do for Shigemasa-sensei was to avenge him. As for the orphans left behind, he figured that as the clan head, Fugaku Uchiha would be able to make arrangements for them.

"The opponent was an elite Iwa ninja, and he has been killed on the spot."

When Uchiha Shigemasa was severely injured by his opponent, he killed him, thus avenging himself. However, the damage inflicted on him was simply too fatal.

Hearing this, Toshiro was slightly disappointed. He hadn't expected that he wouldn't even be able to avenge his teacher with his own hands.

This is really...

(End of this chapter)