Konoha's Mission Master

The location where Uchiha Tsuru lived was surprisingly in a corner of the clan's territory. Although the air here was fresh, the human presence was extremely thin.

Yakumo pushed open the wooden fence and sensed two guards of Jonin strength hiding in the corner, while Uchiha Tsuru was lying on a rattan chair, enjoying the breeze, the fragrance of flowers, and the sunshine.

"You've arrived? Lord Yakumo, please have a seat."

“Okay.” Yakumo nodded.

There were only two rattan chairs under the eaves.

After Yakumo lay down, there was no place for Uchiha Fugaku. He could only stand in the sunlight with an unfriendly expression, like a subordinate waiting to be reprimanded.

Yakumo took a sip of tea and spoke quite directly.

"Why did you join Orochimaru's organization? And during this time, have you discovered... any secrets of Orochimaru?"

"Cough cough..."

"Half a month after Hengyan's death, Orochimaru secretly infiltrated Konoha and told me that he was confident he could revive Hengyan."

At first, I didn't believe it, and even hesitated to report Orochimaru.

But what if?

Yakumo nodded; this part of the content matched his guess.

Fugaku Uchiha was also listening attentively to the story.

"Later, I agreed to his request and secretly left..."

What happened after that is well-known…

After a long while, Yakumo suddenly spoke up.

"We suspect that Orochimaru killed Uchiha Hengyan."

Uchiha Tsuru rubbed his temples and spoke with a hint of helplessness.

He was certainly capable of such simple reasoning, and he was also carefully searching for evidence around Orochimaru.

For example... White Zetsu, who can mimic appearances, could perfectly imitate Yakumo's image... and assassinate Uchiha Hengyan.

"That's what I thought too, but alas, we are at their mercy."

"Any information from Orochimaru's side?"

“Intelligence…” Uchiha Tsuru pondered for a few seconds.

"I suspect... Orochimaru's real base is in Ryuchi Cave."

"A guess?" Yakumo asked.

Orochimaru once had the Owl organization cooperate in... to kill several sages in Ryuchi Cave, and finally complete the rule of Ryuchi Cave.

"Owl is an organization founded by Orochimaru."

Yakumo captured some crucial information.

"One of the three holy lands now completely belongs to Orochimaru."

Uchiha Tsuru pondered for a few seconds... and then spoke again.

"Even with the restrictions implanted, Orochimaru doesn't trust me. As for other information... I'm afraid I can't provide it."

"Good, it's a good thing to be able to pinpoint Orochimaru's base."

Yakumo nodded. He didn't completely trust Uchiha Tsuru, since information could easily be misleading.

This could also be the information Orochimaru wanted to obtain from Yakumo through Uchiha Tsuru, corresponding to... a deadly place teeming with danger.

What are Elder He's plans for the future?

Yakumo changed the subject and asked.

Uchiha Tsuru did not answer immediately, but instead looked at Uchiha Fugaku standing in the shadows and scrutinized him closely.

"Lord Yakumo...what does he wish for me?"

After witnessing the battle between Yakumo and Orochimaru, he fully understood the terrifying strength of the young man before him.

"I shouldn't have interfered in the internal affairs of the Uchiha clan."

Yakumo frankly admitted.

However, Yakumo had a compelling reason to intervene. He had already agreed to be Itachi Uchiha's teacher, and naturally, he would be drawn into the internal conflicts of the Uchiha clan by this identity.

"You are Itachi's teacher, so you can't stay out of this."

Uchiha Tsuru saw it very clearly: when he invited Yakumo, he hoped to ruin the master-disciple relationship.

But unexpectedly... a conflict erupted between Uchiha Hengyan and Yakumo, completely shattering this possibility.

“That’s right.” Yakumo nodded.

“I can disregard Fugaku’s position as clan head.”

After a long while... Uchiha Tsuru leaned back in the rattan chair and spoke softly.

"Isn't this...too unfair to you?" Yakumo asked.

"I just hope to live a healthy life with Hengyan."

Uchiha Tsuru said with great determination.

At this moment, he no longer possessed the power to look down upon the world.

Furthermore, there are three powerful figures above him: Madara Uchiha, Orochimaru, and Yakumo. Rather than indulging in unrealistic fantasies, it's better to make plans early.

Beside him, Fugaku Uchiha wore a look of delight.

"Thank you... Consider it a favor I owe you."

Yakumo also showed a satisfied smile.

"If you trust me, I can help enhance Uchiha Hengyan's talent, which will repay this favor."

"I'll think about it." Uchiha Tsuru nodded.

What happened to him has proven that even if one cannot achieve eye fusion, one can still increase their strength by transplanting Hashirama cells.

However, Yakumo's claim about enhancing potential still left him with some doubts. Since it concerned his grandson's life, he had to be cautious.

"Then we'll head out now!"

"Then... this old man will see you off."

Uchiha Tsuru smiled as he stood up, not showing much negative emotion, as if he had already accepted the outcome.

Yakumo stood up with a smile.

As he left the courtyard, he turned around and looked at the wall behind Uchiha Tsuru. He and Uchiha Fugaku both knew that Uchiha Ken'en was hiding there eavesdropping, but they just didn't say anything.

"Grandpa, this is not fair to you."

After the two left, Uchiha Hengyan emerged from behind the wall and said angrily.

"The position of clan leader should be held by the strongest person."

"Oh…"

"Snapped."

Uchiha Tsuru slapped Uchiha Hengyan across the face.

"How many times have I told you, you should have reverence for the strong. If it weren't for Lord Yakumo's magnanimity, you would have died in the Hokage's office long ago..."

You actually accused a god among ninjas without any evidence whatsoever…

"Snapped."

Another crisp sound.

"I don't have a grandson as stupid as you!"

"And if it weren't for Lord Yakumo's help, how could I have reunited with you!"

Uchiha Hengyan silently covered his cheek.

A fire was burning fiercely in my heart…

One day, I will prove... that I am no worse than Yakumo!

Uchiha Tsuru... at this moment forgot... he had also once questioned Yakumo sternly because of Uchiha Hengyan.

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Chapter 291 Arena, Seventh Floor

Yakumo hadn't gone far yet.

Naturally, Yakumo heard Uchiha Tsuru reprimanding Uchiha Hengyan. He shook his head and chuckled. Uchiha Tsuru was deliberately disciplining his grandson in front of him.

Uchiha Tsuru's actions, seemingly a reprimand of Uchiha Hengyan, were actually a form of protection and a way of giving Yakumo an explanation.

With this explanation, Yakumo would find it difficult to continue his revenge in the future.

But actually...

Yakumo never intended to take revenge on Uchiha Ken'en.

A strong person should have a magnanimous spirit; a petty and narrow-minded person will never achieve great things.

"Thank you, Lord Yakumo."

Fugaku Uchiha bowed to express his gratitude, his words sincere.

"You're welcome... I'm going home now, no need to see me off."

"it is good."

"That Lord Yakumo..."

Fugaku Uchiha looked troubled and hesitated before speaking.

"Can Itachi's talent... be improved?"