Konoha: This Uchiha is going a bit too far.

Chapter 61 The Highly Anticipated Feathered Garment

Konoha, inside the Hokage's office.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was smoking a pipe, looking at the report sent from the front lines.

Although he didn't actually need to do all these things, he was already used to reviewing everything.

He prefers to handle even the smallest matters personally rather than delegating them to his subordinates.

Although he knew that doing so might displease some people.

But he still preferred to do it himself, because that way he could better control the situation.

After all, Konoha's development over the years has filled him with confidence.

"Hopefully, things will turn out well at the front. Those guys from Kirigakure are really restless."

Hiruzen Sarutobi silently recited this in his mind, then opened the scroll and quickly began to read it. In just a moment, a look of joy appeared on his face.

"Has the negotiation progressed? It seems the war with Iwagakure is truly coming to an end."

The war with Iwagakure was arguably the most brutal and devastating war Konoha had fought in recent years.

The end of this war means that Konoha can finally breathe a sigh of relief!

How could he not be happy about this news?

But as he looked down, his expression gradually changed, and his initial joy slowly faded away.

Instead, a sense of deep thought and solemnity prevailed.

"A mysterious person suspected of possessing Wood Release, perhaps an orphan of the Uzumaki clan?"

He truly hadn't expected so many unexpected events to occur on the front lines.

It's not surprising that there are surviving members of the Uzumaki clan in Kusagakure, since the Uzumaki clan scattered and fled back then, and could have appeared anywhere.

Since we've encountered it, we can simply bring it back through diplomatic means.

However, the situation is quite different for that mysterious person who is suspected of possessing Wood Release!

Wood Release holds extraordinary significance for Konoha; they even conducted experiments with it back then.

However, the experiment ran into serious problems and was eventually stopped by him.

"Could it be Danzo?"

For some reason, Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately thought of Danzo.

"No, it shouldn't be him."

Although that mysterious person attacked Yuki and the others, it seems quite in line with Danzo's style.

But thinking about it carefully, Danzo could have simply told Iwagakure about Haori and the others' movements.

Danzo may not be very smart, but he's not that stupid either.

"If it's not Danzo, then who could it be?"

This mysterious person is indeed a headache for him, and he is determined to investigate thoroughly!

However, this mysterious person was ultimately defeated by Yuzhi.

What truly surprised him this time was Yuzhi's performance.

To put it bluntly, all of the above is related to this guy!

He not only defeated Kirigakure and Iwagakure, but also the mysterious man, and at the same time, he discovered information about the Uzumaki Orphan.

It's fair to say that this kid's contribution alone was greater than that of everyone else who participated in the mission!

"This kid, does he actually have such high talent?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi still remembers that his school life in the haori was not ideal.

But things changed completely after he awakened his Sharingan.

Such talent and performance are far superior to even Kakashi's!

It's actually a good thing that Konoha produces geniuses, but the problem is that Yuri is an Uchiha.

Hiruzen Sarutobi witnessed a battle that could be described as apocalyptic when he was young, and his teacher always told him to "be careful of the Uchiha".

"Because the Uchiha clan is too extreme and too prone to losing control."

Just as he was deep in thought, the office door was suddenly opened, and Danzo rushed in.

"Hiruzen! Did you read today's report?"

Seeing Danzo like this, Hiruzen Sarutobi rubbed his temples in exasperation.

He knew that trouble was brewing again—

"I never imagined this little guy would grow up to be this big."

Inside the Uchiha clan compound, Uchiha Setsuna looked at a report in his hand.

This report was sent back by the clan's frontline ninjas, and it contains detailed records of Hagoromo's work on the front lines.

Whether it was Hagoromo's performance on the battlefield or his meeting with Uchiha Fugaku...

Uchiha Setsuna was extremely satisfied with Hagoromo's performance, as it was both from Kirigakure and Iwagakure.

It can be said that Yuri has fully demonstrated her talent!

What displeased him was that Yuki actually went to meet with Uchiha Fugaku.

Even though he knew that Yuzhi couldn't refuse.

"It seems the little guy's wings are starting to grow strong; we need to offer him some real benefits."

Uchiha Setsuna was aware of Hagoromo's grievances, and he also knew that he could not expect others to easily offer their loyalty.

After all, it's somewhat unrealistic to expect something like this without careful nurturing.

But as a member of the Uchiha clan, he possessed the glory and strength that came with his clan bloodline, so serving the clan was only natural to him!

Perhaps before, Yuzhi had only slightly demonstrated her talent, and he could have just offered empty promises and given her a little something in return.

Now that Yuzhi has demonstrated his ability to realize his talent, he needs to put on some concrete actions.

"Didn't you say you wanted to get that Sharingan back? Well then, I'll put in even more effort."

He chuckled softly, then put down the report in his hand and stood up to look at the birdcage hanging on the tree branch in the yard.

Although birds always yearn to fly high, those with patrons are better suited to showcasing themselves within a cage.

"Brother Zhishui, we're about to head back."

At the front line, Shisui was sitting on the lawn in the camp, staring blankly into the distance, seemingly lost in thought.

Just then, Itachi Uchiha's voice rang out behind him, which brought him back to his senses.

"It's Itachi."

Shisui turned around and a smile appeared on his face. Then he nodded.

"Okay, I understand. The negotiations are almost over, peace is on the horizon, and we can go back now."

"Did Brother Zhishui already know?"

Itachi sighed upon hearing Shisui's words, then asked with some confusion.

"Brother Zhishui, you seem to have something on your mind. What's wrong?"

"It's nothing."

Shisui shook his head, but soon he seemed to have thought of something, so he asked in a low voice.

"Itachi, I remember you and the clan head both met Hagoromo-senpai, right?"

"Yes." Itachi nodded.

"So, what do you think of him?" Shisui immediately asked.

Shisui and Yui belong to different camps, and because of the elders behind them, they have no contact with each other at all.

After all, in the eyes of those who pursue peace, Uchiha Setsuna and his ilk were far too extreme.

However, as Yuri's performance improved, she has now become a hero of Konoha.

In addition, he had friends all over Konoha and his reputation was always very good, which made Shisui and the elders behind him somewhat confused.

Is this guy really a 'hawk'?

Actually, it wasn't just Uchiha Setsuna who wanted Hagoromo to meet and learn about Shisui; the dove faction also had similar ideas.

After all, they are all from the same family, and even if their purpose is not pure, it is still to understand the family's situation.

Shisui participated in this operation not only to help Fugaku Uchiha gain merit, but also to "understand" the haori.

He had considered contacting Yui directly, but before that, he wanted to learn more.

"I don't know either."

However, to Shisui's surprise, Itachi shook his head helplessly when he heard the question.

"I couldn't understand his conversation with my father, but it seems like they reached some kind of agreement."

However, my father also told me not to associate with him, because he is not a simple person.

I won't say much more; I'll probably have to figure that out myself.

"Is that so?" Shisui was somewhat helpless upon hearing this, as there was basically no information available.

However, he also made a decision in his mind: it would be better to get to know them.

Completing the mission was secondary; he also wanted to learn about this clan and the heroes of Konoha!

[A new side quest has been obtained]

While Hagoromo was chatting idly with Hikaru, a system message suddenly appeared in his mind, which startled him slightly.

[1. Meet the challenge of stopping the water flow and defeat it.]

2. Meet the challenge of still water, defeat him, and leave a lasting impression on him.

[Task rewards unknown]

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(End of this chapter)