Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan

"The benefits in the research department have always been top-notch, which is the best advice given by Yun and that Vortex Sky. Since eight years ago, this path has also become the most direct route for ordinary people to reach the top."

As she spoke, Kushina looked at Hinata and said, "But we must not forget that the two people who made this supreme suggestion were both the strongest ninjas in the ninja world."

“Uchiha Yun is right. When you want to change the world, you must have absolute power and policies that can benefit the majority of people.”

"Ninjas will not die out. The research department's weapons development path still relies on chakra and ninjutsu. Although new paths have emerged, they still have significant flaws."

Hinata seemed a little lost in thought...

Even after peace arrived, the ninja world was not without conflict.

The five major powers live in peace, but the smaller countries have been at odds with each other for more than a decade.

Apart from Amegakure, which is home to the Akatsuki organization, the other small villages are constantly devouring each other and rebelling again, resulting in endless battles time and time again.

In this situation, although the number of ninjas has decreased significantly, they still have a place to be useful.

"As one of the top combat forces, you should know that your teacher has been practicing the Eight Gates Formation all these years. That gravity space is now only barely adaptable to by Kai."

Kushina's gaze was somewhat somber: "The Eight Gates, once the Gate of Death is opened, will grant a power boost dozens of times greater than usual, but at the same time, the user will also die. She was already one of the strongest in the ninja world, yet she still persisted in training."

At this moment, Sunflower, who was crying and wiping the corners of her eyes, had unconsciously fallen asleep. Since she was very young, she loved to sleep in her grandmother's arms.

Hinata glanced at the sunflower, and many thoughts came to mind.

As a high-end combatant, she was well aware that future enemies would eventually arrive.

But more than a decade of peace has led her, like most high-ranking officials, to believe that the other side may still not arrive in the next hundred years.

Perhaps this is why the higher-ups wouldn't allow the ninja force to dwindle...

Don't overthink it.

Kushina gently rocked the sunflower she was holding: "Perhaps when the enemy arrives, we won't even be able to see them, will we?"

Hinata nodded gently: "Mm."

……

In the towering buildings of Konoha Village, Boruto went straight to the memorial monument after leaving home.

The fox boss said there's a big deal today and he needs me to be the face of the business. I'll go over there in a bit and we need to negotiate the price.

As soon as I arrived at the memorial, I saw Uncle Afei there as well.

"Hasn't he arrived yet?"

"Let's wait and see, he's probably being stopped by his mother."

"Business is getting harder and harder. It seems that the odds of success are still a bit low."

"Who told you to act on your own? Years ago, that heartless Nara family told you to leave some behind and not report it, but you wanted to have your fill all at once and scared everyone away."

"Didn't we almost buy a house that time? I..."

With a wave of its paw, the Nine-Tails interrupted Obito: "Speaking of which, you've bought a house now, so why aren't you married at this age? You're over forty, aren't you?"

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Obito looked up at the sky, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "Um... actually, I think the house could be a bit bigger, and it would be even better if there was an indoor hot spring."

The Nine-Tails chuckled disdainfully: "Humans who don't mean what they say. If you're so cowardly, you would have succeeded long ago if you had acted impulsively. In my opinion, that Kakashi will steal your man sooner or later."

"He dares!!" (O皿O#)

Obito almost jumped up, but just then he saw Boruto and immediately changed the subject: "I've been waiting for you for ages, why are you only arriving now?"

Boruto ran over excitedly and teased, "Is Boss Fox bringing up Uncle Tobi's single status again?"

He then reached out and patted Obito on the shoulder: "Uncle... when you get to my age, you'll understand that sometimes money alone isn't enough. You have to take the initiative and seize the opportunity!"

Obito slapped his hand away: "What do you know, kid? Don't talk nonsense. Have you ever even had a boyfriend?!"

Boruto pursed his lips and said righteously, "With no woman in my heart, my sword is naturally divine. The fox boss said this is his boss's secret."

"fart!"

Obito cursed, then looked around nervously, fearing a hand might come out and hit him.

Seeing that things had calmed down, he continued, "That guy is already married. Although he is indeed very strong, that has nothing to do with dating girls."

At this point, the Nine-Tailed Fox, who didn't want to discuss the history of human emotions, became impatient.

"Are you still making money?"

→_→→_→

Two pairs of eyes looked over, and the little nine-tailed fox immediately took two steps back, waving its paws and saying, "Hurry up, this little guy's mother might be here soon, let's hurry."

Obito nodded.

He had experienced Hinata Hyuga's power firsthand. It was the first time he had ever taken this girl out on a wild adventure, and if he hadn't reacted quickly, he would have been beaten half to death.

In contrast, the Nine-Tails, which lacks the ability to travel to another dimension, is in a much worse situation. It's said that if Izumi from the Hyuga clan hadn't arrived, it would have almost had to reassemble itself.

"Ahem, here's the thing: for some reason, those big corporations don't trust us much anymore, so they need someone to act as their protector."

The Nine-Tails glared at Obito again as it spoke: "The previous success rate of 30% was still too low. Now that Boruto has joined, we need to talk to that heartless Nara family. If possible, a success rate of 50% would be best."

Obito nodded: "I think it's fine. Anyway, the village takes the lion's share, and we'll just get a small portion. Besides... I've been feeling that the Nara clan bastard's eyes are getting weirder lately. It's better to take less, and we can take a portion from our profits."

The thought of Nara Shikaku and Nara Shikamaru, father and son, serving as Hokage's assistants after the Fourth Hokage's retirement sent a shiver down Kurama's spine.

Looks like I need to be more careful lately; I'll have to withdraw the money from the bank and hide it.

No, we still need to leave some, otherwise we'll be targeted.

Okay, that's it!

"that……"

Boruto rubbed his hands together, a gesture he'd learned from Kurama: "How much will I get this time? This isn't just a small-scale operation to make some money; I'm taking a huge risk."

Obito glanced at Boruto: "How much do you want? The kid isn't dating anyone, I'll give you ten percent."

Little Nine-Tailed Fox nodded: "One-tenth is a lot. By the time you come of age, it will be enough for you to get married."

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Chapter 454: Immortality

"That bastard Boruto is probably using us as an excuse to go off and fool around again."

"Last time Aunt Hinata asked, I covered for him. This time, no matter how much he begs me, I will tell Aunt Hinata the truth."

Amidst huffing and puffing, a pair of children around twelve years old walked into the hamburger shop.

Both had black hair and clan crests resembling ping-pong paddles on the back of their clothes, clearly indicating that they were both members of the Uchiha clan.

"Young Master."

The cashier at the front desk clearly recognized the two little guys in front of her: Uchiha Yu, the son of the current Uchiha clan leader, Uchiha Kumo.

Uchiha Yu scratched his head helplessly: "Please, can you not call me that? The hamburger shop is clan property, it's not appropriate to call me that."

The cashier still had a smile on her face: "Lord Yun entrusted such a profitable business to the clan so that people like us without talent could have jobs. We know that's good."

With no other option, Uchiha Yu could only order some things, insist on paying, and then find a seat with Sarada.

After sitting down, Sarada suppressed a laugh and said, "No wonder you never wanted to come to the burger joint, so that's why... But why didn't you refuse to come this time?"

Yu shrugged: "I used to feel a bit awkward, but now... well, as long as I can control my mind, it's not a big deal, it's just a little embarrassing."

“I am me, and my father is my father. Although I have wanted to get rid of this background since I was a child because of my ridiculous pride, I have actually figured it out now.”

Have you figured it out?

Sarada looked at Yu: "Uncle Yun... do you have time to give you lessons lately?"

Yu's eyes widened: "What? Can't I figure it out myself?"

Sarada chuckled: "Your personality was pretty much the same as Boruto's when you were little, so pretentious! Boruto's transformation is largely thanks to Uncle Yun... I remember Aunt Hinata even went to thank him back then, and the Fourth Hokage's whole family went too."

"call……"

Uchiha Yu let out a breath, and indeed it was true.

However, what was supposed to be a class was actually a lonely orphan's journey. Unknowingly, he stepped into a genjutsu, and under the identity swap, he experienced an ordinary life without parents and even the Sharingan.

Six years old! At six years old, you have to find ways to make a living, and at six years old, you have to handle everything on your own.

He was reduced from twelve years old to six, losing his identity as a member of the Uchiha clan, losing his status as the eldest son of the strongest ninja in the world, and forgetting all his ninjutsu and the early education he received from the Uchiha clan.

A magical graduation trip made him realize that his so-called self-reliance and surpassing his father was nothing more than a pretentious display of his own pride.

After that, he could clearly feel that his personality had changed a lot.

At the very least, most of that unwarranted pride has been worn away.

"Let's talk about that bastard. I guess we might be in the same class this time, just like the strongest Team 7 back in the Fifth Generation's time."

Yu then chuckled self-deprecatingly, "Never mind, they can't compare to the Fifth Hokage's Team 7. I heard that when the Fifth Hokage and his team graduated, Uncle Sasuke had already awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan."

Sarada shook her head slightly: "Indeed, they can't be compared. And I heard... that at that time, the strongest member of Team 7 was Aunt Hinata. Dad and the Fifth Hokage were both a bit weaker than Aunt Hinata."

Yu shrugged: "So, inheriting Team 7 is probably not a good idea. Even the Mangekyou Sharingan isn't the strongest. Now I understand why Shino-sensei always says we're the worst class."

"It's not exactly the worst..."

As the voice rang out, a guy with an exceptionally high hairline, who looked exactly like Shikamaru, walked over.

Yu gave up her seat and sat down on the deer platform.

"My dad keeps saying that our episode is highly anticipated, although I can't guess why, because no matter how you look at it, we are far behind."

Shikadai looked around as he spoke: "Isn't Boruto with you guys? It seems the Hokage needs to take leave and go home early tonight, so Dad can probably come back sooner too."

Uchiha Yu laughed and said, "That guy... doesn't even dare to go to the Uchiha clan's territory now. I guess he's scared of what my dad did to him last time."

"Dong dong dong."

Sarada tapped the table, interrupting their conversation.

"What we need to discuss today is the graduation exam, as well as the assessment for instructing Jonin after the class assignments!"