Escape from Konoha.

After all, finding spies within the village or encountering an enemy attack on Konoha is a very rare occurrence.

Most of the time, the garrison's task is to handle these civil disputes.

Even if handled well, it usually doesn't bring a good reputation; if handled poorly, all sorts of complaints will come knocking.

In addition, the Uchiha clan ninjas are mostly very direct in their temperaments, and when they can't help themselves, they will beat up those who speak without restraint, which will result in more people criticizing them.

"How boring..."

Ruri stood inside the security team building, on the third-floor corridor, looking through the glass at the crowds coming and going outside. She could clearly see two Uchiha ninjas from the security team escorting several people into the plaza in front of the building, where they were arguing fiercely.

"It's boring, but that's the daily routine for the garrison. Especially after retiring from the front lines, it's hard to adapt to this peaceful life."

The person who walked up to Ruri was Uchiha Jonin, Uchiha Fugaku.

He knew that Ruri had only recently been transferred from the Sakumo Squad to the Guard Team and was unable to switch back to her current identity immediately.

Unlike the exciting life of the Sakumo Squad, the work of the security team is indeed much more monotonous.

Fugaku made no comment on the dispute in front of the security headquarters building, as he was already used to such situations.

"This kind of thankless job should be given to other ninja clans as well. Our clan alone cannot deal with these people's gossip."

In contrast to Fugaku, Ruri is not afraid of such pointless rumors, but hearing or seeing them too often will annoy her.

Like a buzzing fly.

There are very few ninjas and civilians in Konoha who can truly take a rational view.

Those like Sakumo are extremely rare.

The Uchiha clan wasn't without friends in Konoha, but those who could be considered friends were extremely rare.

Another group remained neutral, while the majority complained about the arrogance of the security forces.

This is also what Ruri is dissatisfied with. If they are to be criticized, then all the ninja clans should be criticized together, which would relieve a lot of the pressure on the Uchiha.

Furthermore, the addition of ninjas from other ninja clans makes it easier to handle these civil disputes.

For example, the Ino-Shika-Cho trio, or the Hyuga clan, which is also a bloodline limit ninja clan, have their secret techniques and abilities assigned to positions within the security force.

"But this is a heavy responsibility that only our Uchiha clan can shoulder, and many people in the clan will object to giving the power of the security force to other ninja clans."

As one of only two ninja clans that spearheaded the founding of Konoha, the Uchiha clan deserves this kind of treatment, rather than being treated as equals with the other ninja clans.

"As long as one clan maintains absolute power, no matter how much power is divided, it will not affect the clan's status in Konoha. No discerning person will underestimate us. As for those mediocre people, the power of the Uchiha is not for those idiots to admire."

This is how Liuli sees it.

Fugaku didn't say anything. He knew that Ruri's strategy would not pass at the family meeting and would be rejected by many people.

"By the way, aren't you out there on a mission?"

Ruri knows that Fugaku is currently working for the Hokage's faction, forming a new team with the other ninjas in the village to carry out missions.

"I'm also registered with the garrison, but after completing my mission, I just come back here for a visit. It's still the same as before, not much has changed."

Fugaku sighed.

"I'm starting to feel like going out on a mission."

Liuli said this.

"Just bear with it. This is something every Uchiha ninja goes through. By the way, how much do you know about the Mangekyou Sharingan?"

Fugaku then turned to Ruri and started talking about other topics.

"You've asked the wrong person. My understanding of the Mangekyou Sharingan may not be as extensive as yours."

Liuli shook her head. In the past few years, she had only met with Elder Sifang a handful of times, partly because of the mission, and partly because she really felt that he had aged.

He was no longer the wise elder she remembered, the one who could offer her a wealth of valuable experience.

The incident at the root, in particular, remained a thorn in her side.

She felt that her thoughts could not be clear unless she removed this thorn.

"Elder Sifang is very tight-lipped. The reason he doesn't say is probably because the conditions for awakening the Mangekyou Sharingan are very demanding for us."

Fugaku nodded and offered his opinion.

Based on the available intelligence, we can only speculate on this information.

For example, more intense emotional stimulation?

The Sharingan of the Uchiha clan evolved from this power.

If Fugaku hadn't been certain of Elder Yomo's character, he would have thought that the so-called Mangekyou Sharingan was just a legend.

Ruri wasn't very interested in this topic. As for the Mangekyou Sharingan, she thought it would be best if she could awaken it, but if she couldn't, she would learn Sage Mode and use natural energy to fight.

One should not be swayed by power. True strength lies in making power a part of oneself, rather than simply becoming a puppet controlled by power.

The more we understand the infinite possibilities of natural energy, the more we realize how insignificant human power can be in the face of this vast and boundless universe.

No matter how powerful a ninja is, they cannot escape this world and need it to survive.

People should have a sense of awe for the world.

"Well, the person who was looking for you is here. I won't disturb your date any longer. Let's talk again another time."

Fugaku turned his head and saw something, smiled slightly at Ruri, and then tactfully walked away.

Across the corridor, Shiraishi was standing there; he had come looking for Ruri.

In the eyes of many Uchiha ninjas, Shiraishi was considered half an Uchiha.

He was a genius child groom.

Although it's unclear why this genius girl from the Uchiha clan would be fond of such an ordinary man, it can only be said that she has unique tastes. As outsiders, all they can do is offer their blessings.

Sooner or later, he'll have to marry into the family.

Therefore, Shiraishi could freely enter and leave the security team, which was normally off-limits to visitors. Occasionally, Uchiha ninjas would greet him, and Shiraishi would return their greetings with a smile.

Some Uchiha ninjas have very bad tempers and are really arrogant, while others are easy to talk to and at least won't say things like "we Uchiha" all the time.

On the rooftop of the security guard building.

A gentle breeze blew by as Ruri, dressed in a black, tight-fitting ninja outfit, leaned lightly against the railing at the edge of the rooftop and asked first, "Are you calling me at a time like this because you're short on money again?"

Why would you think it's related to money?

Shiraishi suddenly felt a little helpless.

"Because every time you suddenly come to me, it's because of money."

That's just how Liuli is.

"Although funds are indeed a bit tight, we still have enough to squander. I'm here to talk to you about something else."

"Tell me, what's the matter?"

Since it's not related to money, it probably isn't anything very important.

"The Insect Man and his companions found several remnants of the Uzumaki clan in the Land of Tea."

Shiraishi revealed this information.

Ruri immediately looked at Shiraishi's face, and the relaxed posture disappeared from her.

"The Uzumaki clan?"

We want to confirm the authenticity of this information.

"Yes, the Uzumaki clan."

Shiraishi confirmed this.

"Hehe, really? That's quite interesting."

Even someone like Liuli, who can be indifferent to many things, couldn't help but laugh when she heard the news.

Shiraishi nodded, looking as if he had just realized it.

Liuli's reaction was not unexpected.

The organization was mostly established thanks to Ruri's efforts. Although Shiraishi was the manager, Ruri's position within the organization cannot be denied.

In a sense, Ruri is the true leader of the organization, but she's just too lazy to get involved in things on a regular basis.

It's ironic that the Uzumaki clan, which has close ties with the Senju clan, has fallen so low that it needs help from a member of the Uchiha clan like her.

After all, the Uchiha clan had been hostile to the Senju clan for many years, and their relationship with the Uzumaki clan was naturally very bad.

I wonder what the ancestors of the Uzumaki clan, who were on good terms with the Senju clan and are now dead, would think if they knew this from beyond the grave?

I really want to see what kind of complicated expression the First Hokage will have when he finds out.

Most of the sealing techniques currently existing in Konoha, including the sealing ninjutsu for the tailed beasts, all originated from the Uzumaki clan.

As a result, the Whirlpool Clan's homeland, the Land of Whirlpools, was a neighboring country of the Land of Fire. Right under their noses, the country was destroyed, and the clan members scattered in all directions, hiding their identities and living a precarious life.

The Land of Whirlpools is now a devastated wasteland, suffering severe population loss.

"I remember when I was in school, there was a red-haired transfer student in the next class. I think her name was Kushina Uzumaki."

After laughing, Liuli's expression returned to normal, and she seemed to remember something.

"That's right. The Uzumaki clan ninjas have extremely strong vitality, making them very suitable as jinchūriki. Moreover, they possess powerful sealing techniques. The sealing technique used to seal the Nine-Tails was given to Konoha by the Uzumaki clan. Their strong vitality, suitability as jinchūriki, and ability to use sealing techniques ensure that the tailed beasts will no longer have the possibility of going berserk."

"I see. After the country was destroyed, he immediately came to Konoha... Is it related to the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki?"

The matter of the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki is a top secret of Konoha, and the Konoha leadership would never allow unrelated people to know.

Although many people have already guessed who the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki was in Konoha before, this is the most likely and most suitable candidate.

Mito Uzumaki – wife of the First Hokage.

It is estimated that his body was already failing when the Land of Whirlpools was destroyed, so a young member of the Uzumaki clan was needed as a Jinchūriki to become a new vessel for sealing the Nine-Tails.

"She is now very likely the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki. According to information provided by the surviving members of the Uzumaki clan, Konoha did indeed take one of their clansmen away from the Uzumaki clan at that time."

Shiraishi didn't have a very deep impression of Kushina Uzumaki, only remembering her distinctive red hair.

However, by considering the intelligence he obtained and analyzing the situation, these answers are easily found.

Even with some discrepancies, Kushina Uzumaki was still a very important figure to the Konoha leadership.