Saving the Uchiha clan starts with becoming the clan leader.

As the saying goes, one doesn't visit a temple without a reason.

Kurama Congyun was not a bad person, but he was not a benevolent person who offered help in times of need either. Their relationship was just so-so before, and they could not be described as close friends.

The fact that he was willing to risk his family's safety to enter Zongxian's hospital room must mean that something had prompted him to make this decision.

"Four days ago, Zongxian, you must have awakened your clan's Mangekyou Sharingan, right?" Kurama Murakumo and Uchiha Arashiyama, who had stood up to make way for him, nodded their thanks and sat down comfortably in their chairs as they spoke, showing no awareness of revealing others' secrets.

"Arashiyama, go and keep watch outside. I need to have a good talk with Senior Congyun."

Uchiha Arashiyama stared intently at Kurama Murakumo for a moment, then threw the pit, which had been gnawed clean, into the trash can. He grabbed a tissue to wipe his hands, walked out of the ward, closed the door behind him, and leaned against the wall by the door, acting as a doorman.

In the room,

Zongxian sat cross-legged on the hospital bed, examining Kurama Murakumo with great interest. "Murakumo-senpai, Mangekyou Sharingan... Where did you learn this name from?"

"This is no secret!" Kurama Murakumo replied calmly. "At our peak, our Kurama clan was known for being able to rival the Uchiha clan in genjutsu. An ancestor of our clan once fought against an Uchiha who had awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan in genjutsu. Thanks to that, I also learned about the Mangekyou Sharingan."

"I see!"

Zongxian nodded.

In reality, he didn't care whether it was true or false. Whether it was true or false, Zongxian didn't mind showing off his power to the outside world. As long as he was strong enough, so what if people knew that Zongxian had the Mangekyou Sharingan? Did they think they could find a way to break Zongxian's eye technique?

Although Zongxian had been troubled by the constant stream of clansmen these past few days, he managed to steal a moment to study his own clan's pupil technique. Trying to break his pupil technique... was no easy task.

"So, Senior Congyun, what is it you want to see me about?" After exchanging pleasantries, Zongxian went straight to the point.

"Zongxian, your temper is still as straightforward as ever!"

Kurama Murakumo gave a bitter smile, took a deep breath, and said, "I've asked you to come here because I hope you can do me a favor!"

[46. Chapter Forty-Six: The Kurama Family's Request]

"It's not that I don't want to help, but my medical ninjutsu is only at a rudimentary level. If even the best doctors at Konoha Hospital can't help me, what miracles can I possibly create... Please forgive me for being powerless."

It's not that Zongxian didn't want to help,

If this opportunity can be used to open up the social circles of the various clans in the village that have long been closed to the Uchiha, it would undoubtedly be a good thing.

However, the problem is that Kurama Murakumo's request was truly difficult to make.

That's not a problem that can be solved with a knife handle!

Healing and saving lives is not his profession; he is an expert in murder and arson!

“I understand your concerns, Zongxian, but I still hope you can help me take a look. No matter what the final result is, the Kurama clan is willing to maintain friendly relations with the nobles from now on.” Kurama Congyun did not intend to give up, and was even willing to use his family as a bargaining chip.

This was not an arbitrary decision made by him as the clan leader.

This was a collective decision made by the powerful members of their clan.

"······I see."

Having said all that, it would be disrespectful to refuse further. Although the Kurama clan was once known for its genjutsu on par with the Uchiha clan, there were actually no irreconcilable conflicts or grudges between the two clans.

The Uchiha clan is notoriously unloved by their own family and relatives; they already have a tough life even without any external interference.

Kurama himself also had troubles that were difficult to explain to outsiders. The bloodline limit inheritance of the clan was extremely unstable. Only one genius could inherit the bloodline limit after several generations. Unfortunately, the genius of this generation was weak and sickly from childhood and had too many troubles to deal with. He simply didn't have the time to cause trouble for the Uchiha.

"I'll go take a look, but I can't guarantee anything. I can only say I'll do my best." Zongxian nodded in agreement.

"That's enough! That's enough! If there's really no other way... then there's nothing we can do about it."

"Then please tell me a time, and I will come to visit you then."

"No need for all that trouble, we can do it now!"

"...Is it at the hospital?"

Zongxian was stunned for a moment, then immediately understood.

Too,

Even a powerful clan like the Uchiha had to admit that the innovation of the medical ninja system was an extremely brilliant reform. Medical facilities like Konoha Hospital were something that ninja clans could never have built before. Compared to the uneven quality of medical ninjas trained by clans, the medical capabilities of Konoha Hospital were much more trustworthy.

“That’s right, today is Yakumo’s routine check-up at the hospital, which happens every two weeks. Right now, my wife is taking the child for a check-up.” Kurama Murakumo stood up. “Sōken, could you please wait a moment while I go and bring Yakumo over?”

"No need for that! Let me go with you to take a look! I've been cooped up in the ward for days, it's good to go out for a walk."

"...Alright then!"

Kurama Congyun hesitated for a moment, but did not refuse.

Since he had already entered Sogen's ward with the fruit basket, what difference would it make if he were seen walking with Uchiha Sogen again? Given the Third Hokage and his group's suspicious nature, it wouldn't make any difference. From the moment he stepped into this room, the Kurama clan was probably already on some kind of list.

However, given the current decline of the Kurama clan, their ranking is unlikely to be very high, so there's no need to worry too much about them being immediately attacked or suppressed.

Zongxian stepped down from the ground.

He was wearing the standard hospital gown from Konoha Hospital, and without changing his clothes, he shuffled out the door with Kurama Murakumo in his slippers.

"Arashiyama, it's nothing serious. I'm accompanying Senior Murakumo to see a patient." Sogen waved his hand, indicating that Uchiha Arashiyama could go back to the police department and there was no need to waste any more time here. "Also, I don't plan to be discharged for the next two or three days. I'll need you to continue to take care of things at the police department. If you need anything, just come find me."

"I understand."

Uchiha Arashiyama nodded, then added, "However, Muneaki, I think it's best not to drag this out too long. If we wait until the clansmen's enthusiasm fades..."

"It's alright. If anyone dares to cause me trouble, I won't mind finding a few more people to set an example for me."

Zongxian emphasized the word 'eye'.

Uchiha Arashiyama understood. The Mangekyou Sharingan... He knew this secret. Or rather, unless one encountered a situation where all direct lineage elders had died, or where several generations of one's father and grandfather were Chunin, Genin, or even non-ninjas, it was not difficult to obtain some information about the Mangekyou Sharingan.

The elders strictly forbid clan members from spreading information about the Mangekyou Sharingan. Just like the secret gatherings at the Naka Shrine, only Jonin are qualified to know about them; Chunin and Genin have no access to these secrets.

Seeing that Sogen had his own ideas, Uchiha Arashiyama didn't say anything more. He simply used a Body Flicker Technique and disappeared from Sogen and Kurama Murakumo's sight.

"Alright! Senior Congyun, please lead the way!"

"This way!"

Kurama Murakumo is also quite decisive in his actions. His strong scholarly air is still an indelible ninja habit in his bones. He is energy-efficient and efficient, which is the common style of ninjas. He rarely hesitates or drags his feet.

They walked through the second-floor corridor, went straight up the stairs to the fourth floor, and arrived at the chief physician's office.

Although the Kurama clan has been declining, the fact that they were called to participate in the meeting four days ago shows that they have not truly fallen into obscurity. Even a rotten ship has three thousand nails, and Kurama's reputation is still enough to invite a chief physician to be their family doctor.

"Big brother."

A man who looked even older than Kurama Tsurugi stood at the door. Upon seeing Kurama Tsurugi and Sogen approaching, he immediately straightened up and greeted them.

"Yunhai, how's the checkup going?"

Anma Congyun opened his mouth to ask.

The man who looked much older than Kurama Murakumo was named Kurama Unkai, Kurama Murakumo's younger brother. However, for some reason, Kurama Unkai's appearance was rather unattractive, and his growth rate was too fast. Although he was two years younger than Kurama Murakumo, he looked more like the older brother.

"They're still checking inside! Um... the older sister-in-law is watching over things inside, so it's not convenient to go in right now."

Anma Yunhai said vaguely.

Kurama Murakumo knew perfectly well that his wife was quite conservative. Even though Yakumo was only five years old, she would always chase the men out of the house whenever she took off her clothes for inspection.

"Yunhai, let me introduce you. This is Uchiha Munen, the head of the Uchiha clan and the head of the police department."

Since they couldn't get into the subject for the time being, Kurama Murakumo had to find other topics to discuss.

"Clan Chief Uchiha!"

Anma Yunhai bowed his head respectfully in greeting.

"Zongxian, this is my younger brother Yunhai!" Anma Congyun turned around and introduced him to Zongxian.

Zongxian nodded slightly as a greeting.

Just then, the tightly closed door next to them opened silently.

[Chapter 47 Kurama Yakumo (Seeking votes! Seeking investment!)]

The woman who opened the door was Kurama Murakumo's wife. Zongxian remembered that her former surname was Aoyama, but her current name was Kurama Rin. They had met a few times on the battlefield five or six years ago. If he remembered correctly, her name at that time was Aoyama Rin. She was a medical ninja in charge of battlefield first aid.

“Congyun…”

Upon seeing Zong Xian in a hospital gown, she hesitated for two seconds before reacting. A glimmer of hope appeared on her face, which was etched with an unshakeable sorrow. Clearly, the invitation to Zong Xian had been discussed by the couple, or rather, within the family.

"Lin, what were the test results?" Kurama Murakumo asked anxiously.

"There's still no improvement; the situation is similar to last time."

Anma Lin spoke in a gentle tone.

"Ugh!"

Hearing his wife's answer, Kurama Tsurugi sighed in disappointment. As expected, ordinary methods could not solve his daughter's problem. Now he could only place his hopes on unconventional methods. With that thought in mind, his gaze fell on Sogen.

"Let's see how it goes first."

Zongxian pointed to the half-open door and asked, "Can we go in now?"

"Yes! Please come in!!"

Upon hearing this, Kurama Rin immediately opened the door and extended his hand in an inviting gesture. Zongxian walked in. The room's layout was similar to that of the other doctors. A female doctor with gray hair, estimated to be in her fifties or sixties, was squatting in front of a wheelchair, talking to the little girl sitting on it.

"Whoa!!"

Zongxian's eyes widened.

His eyes turned bloodshot, and through the surface of his skin, he saw a vast and boundless spiritual energy.

"No wonder... It's less of an illness and more of an overabundance of love from the world, too much care from heaven, to the point of being overwhelmed... It's almost like a joke!!!"

The female doctor was asked to step aside by Kurama Rin, but to be honest, the moment she saw Sogen's Sharingan, this doctor, who was not young, obediently made way for him. Shimura Danzo, the Hokage's assistant, was still receiving a consultation from the specialists at the hospital!

The Uchiha clan is now even more ferocious than before!

"Sōgen, is there any way to treat Yakumo's illness?" Kurama Mōgen's heart pounded. The more hope he held, the more he feared disappointment, even though he had prepared himself for bad news!

In fact, I still can't truly calm down.

"Are you kidding me, a complete novice, going to treat and save people?"

Is there no hope?

The light of hope in Kurama Murakumo's eyes faded.