Naruto: Konoha Spring of the Uchiha Prodigies

When Yamamoto Taro picked it up, he saw that it was covered with evidence of the Shimura clan's crimes, and some of it also implicated the Mitomon and Utatane clans.

"My lord... this... can I not sign it?" Yamamoto Taro swallowed hard. He knew that if he signed this incriminating evidence, which he didn't know was real, he would have completely offended these three clans.

"What do you think?" Uchiha Touhuan raised an eyebrow, a warm smile on his face.

"Alright... I'll sign." Yamamoto Taro had no choice but to tremblingly sign his name and press his fingerprint on the incriminating evidence.

Uchiha Touhuan nodded in satisfaction and put away his kunai.

Subsequently, under Yamamoto Taro's voluntary guidance, the two arrived at the warehouse in the lord's mansion. Uchiha Touhuan took away 70% of the wealth there. Uchiha Touhuan was a man of his word; if he said he would take 70%, he would only take 70%.

However, even so, the 2 billion yen in cash completely depleted the 15 sealing scrolls that Uchiha Touhuan had specially brought with him when he left home.

It seems that we must take strong measures against these conglomerates.

As he left, Uchiha Touhuan couldn't help but think to himself.

When Uchiha Touhuan returned to the inn, everyone had finished their party for the night. As Uchiha Touhuan went back to his room through the window, he found someone sitting on the sofa in his room.

Kakashi was flipping through his copy of "Make-Out Paradise" when he heard Uchiha Touhuan making a noise. He looked up and asked, "You're back?"

"When did you discover that the one I was following was a shadow clone?" Uchiha Touhuan asked with a smile.

“When we came out of the restaurant,” Kakashi raised one of his Sharingan eyes, “don’t forget, these Sharingan eyes of mine can’t be turned off.”

"Alright, so, what does Captain Kakashi plan to do?" Uchiha Touhuan asked with a smile. "Make a note of it in the mission report?"

“Douhuan, you know I wouldn’t do that,” Kakashi said.

"Hahaha!" Uchiha Touhuan laughed loudly, "I believe Captain Kakashi would not do such a thing, so there must be something else that made you wait for me so late."

Kakashi took a deep breath before asking seriously, "After last time, I also planned to try archery, but I don't know where to start. Doo-hwan, do you have any suggestions?"

Hearing Kakashi's question, Uchiha Touhuan was overjoyed; Kakashi was finally getting the hang of it.

“In archery, one must maintain a straight posture, upright spirit, and a calm mind. If the body is not straight, the spirit is not upright, and the mind is not calm, the arrow will naturally be shot crooked,” said Uchiha Tohkan. “For beginners, it is truly a long and arduous journey of training.”

After hearing what Uchiha Touhuan said, Kakashi fell silent.

"Before you start practicing archery, you should take care of your teacher's son first. That kid isn't doing well in the village," Uchiha Touhuan shook his head and reminded him.

After the Fourth Hokage's death, why did the members of the Shadow Guard who followed him disappear into obscurity? Wasn't it because there was no leader?

Kakashi was originally the most qualified to step forward and continue leading them, but what did he do? He was only immersed in his own grief and didn't even take care of the Fourth Hokage's only orphan. How could these people dare to risk their lives to follow him?

"Naruto?" Kakashi finally came to his senses. "I understand. After this mission, I will apply to leave the Anbu."

Uchiha Touhuan smiled and nodded.

"Then I won't bother you any longer, thank you." Kakashi thanked him sincerely and got up to leave.

After Kakashi left, Uchiha Touhuan also took a bath and went to sleep.

The next morning, the group gathered at the city gate and waited for the displeased Tateki and Mitokado Hayato before setting off again.

Having made friends last night, everyone was completely at ease on their journey, chatting and laughing happily. Even the two Hyuga ninjas who were rather aloof yesterday had dropped their pretenses, except for Utatane Itsuki and Mitokado Hayato.

After enduring isolation for a long time, the two finally couldn't hold back any longer. When Uchiha Touhuan announced in the evening that he would be treating everyone to dinner again that day, he said coldly, "I think some of you have forgotten that we are on a mission. You've been eating and drinking all the way here. Do you think this is a picnic?"

After he finished speaking, everyone looked at the two people at the end of the line with strange eyes.

"Once the mission is over, I will report your actions to the Hokage truthfully," Mitokado Hayato said.

“Logically speaking, you don’t have the authority to write mission reports, since I’m the one in charge of this mission,” Kakashi said coldly before Uchiha Touhuan could even speak.

"Kakashi, you..." Itachi hadn't expected Kakashi to stand so firmly on the other side.

"Those who don't want to do missions with us can go back now," Inuzuka Kaze said, his dissatisfaction undisguised.

Are you kidding me? You don't want others to eat either, do you?

Chapter 27 Respect to the Sandaime-sama

“Speaking of inviting everyone to dinner, this is just the Uchiha clan chief’s personal decision, it shouldn’t affect the mission, right?” Hyuga Kenya also stood on Uchiha Touhuan’s side at this time.

Hayate Gekko, Yugao Uzuki, and the two commoner ninjas, though they didn't speak out because of the ninja clans behind them, their actions of standing beside Uchiha Touhuan were a form of silent support.

In just one night, they became the protagonists of American-style bullying.

The person who started all of this has not said a word to this day.

After the incident, the group entered the town. As if in a fit of pique, Utatane and Mitokado Hayato went straight to the low-end inn that most ninjas on missions would choose without even saying hello.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Touhuan led everyone in another round of dinner.

"Speaking of which, are we really just going to ignore them? What about the mission?" Kuroki Ryūtai, one of the four Jonin on this mission, still had some concerns and couldn't help but ask after finishing a drink at the table.

"Brother Kuroki, don't worry, it doesn't matter whether they come or not this mission." The oldest among them, Nagai Seiichi, knew exactly what was going on. "That's Orochimaru, one of the legendary Sannin. The number of Jonin like us won't make a difference. In the crucial moments, it will depend on the Uchiha clan leader and Captain Kakashi. We just need to do our support work. Didn't you see that Inuzuka and Hyuga didn't have any objections?"

"Thank you for Chief Doo-hwan's generosity, allowing us to enjoy the delicacies from all over the Land of Fire during our mission. I propose that we all raise a toast to Chief Doo-hwan," said Nagai Seiichi, raising his glass in a hearty manner.

“Brother Chengyi, you can’t say that. This is what I should do.” Uchiha Touhuan also raised his glass. “When I was just a child in the Ninja Academy, I was bathed in the brilliance of the Will of Fire spread by the Third Hokage. Being able to help you all solve your problems, isn’t that the best embodiment of the Will of Fire? If you want to thank someone, you should thank our Third Hokage and thank the Will of Fire!”

“Clan Chief Touhuan is right, and I was just being naive,” said Nagai Seiichi. “However, according to what Lord Touhuan said, a ninja like you who has such a profound understanding of the Will of Fire is, in my eyes, the embodiment of the Third Hokage.”

“Eh?” Uchiha Touhuan laughed. “What you said makes some sense. Actually, I am just an incarnation.”

"We have all made achievements and earned merits in this mission. We must never forget the Third Hokage and the Will of Fire."

"Everyone, a toast to the Third Hokage! A toast to the Will of Fire!" After saying this, Uchiha Touhuan raised his wine cup and drank the wine in one gulp.

"Homage to the Third Hokage! Homage to the Will of Fire!" After Uchiha Touhuan finished speaking, the youngest members of the group, Gekko Hayate and Uzuki Yugao, were also a little excited and drank their drinks dry.

Others also responded enthusiastically.

……

After several rounds of drinks, the group, having become more familiar with each other, were more relaxed at the table than yesterday, and by this point, everyone's faces showed signs of intoxication.

At that moment, Seiichi Nagai suddenly sighed.

"Why is Seiichi sighing?" Uchiha Touhuan asked, noticing the change in expression.

“I apologize, Chief Dou Huan, I was being presumptuous. I will punish myself with three cups later,” said Nagai Seiichi. “After drinking, I can’t help but think of my good-for-nothing son.”

“Brother Seiichi, what are you saying? You are a Jonin in the village, a pillar of the village. I imagine your son must also be exceptionally talented,” Uchiha Touhuan said.

“If that’s really the case, then that would be good.” Nagai Seiichi sighed. “Although I became a Jonin in the village by luck, all my ninjutsu was obtained from the village. Although the village won’t hold a Jonin accountable for teaching a few low-level ninjutsu to their relatives or disciples, my son inherited the chakra attribute of my wife who died six years ago. I want to teach him, but I’m not good enough. What if he graduates next year and can’t get a good instructor?”

"Alright, let's not talk about that anymore." Seiichi Nagai waved his hand. "I've disturbed everyone's enjoyment, so I'll punish myself with a drink."

“Well, you can’t say that. It’s only natural to think about your son. Your son must be very happy to have a father like you.” Uchiha Touhuan said, as information about Nagai Seiichi surfaced in his mind.

Seiichi Nagai, ninja number: 009841, mission count: D-rank 472, C-rank 617, B-rank 391, A-rank 122, S-rank 4. He was promoted to Jonin during the Third Shinobi World War. He is skilled in Water Release. However, due to his limited talent, his strength is among the weakest in the Jonin class of Konoha. Moreover, as a commoner, he has no room for further improvement.

His most likely fate is to die in some dangerous mission in the future, or to retire voluntarily.

However, it seems that this guy is not so easy to behave. After realizing that the Uchiha clan may be making a big move recently, he saw an opportunity in it and wanted to take a gamble because he was eager to improve.

"Brother Seiichi, have you considered having your son join the Security Force? Although the Security Force recently recruited a batch of new members, it will likely expand its recruitment again after the new ninja academy students graduate next year. If your son is interested, I will ask Captain Fugaku to keep an eye out for him."

Uchiha Touhuan naturally extended an olive branch. He wasn't afraid that his subordinates had ambitions. As long as they were loyal to him, Uchiha Touhuan, he could offer them far more than they could imagine.

"Really?" Nagai Seiichi exclaimed in surprise. "Then thank you very much, Uchiha clan head! I'll toast you with this drink!"

After Nagai Seiichi downed a glass of wine, Inuzuka Kaze laughed and said, "Brother Seiichi, you've found a good path for your son. The benefits in the Security Department are much better than those of ordinary ninjas. There are a few kids in our clan who want to join the Security Department."

"Really? But why didn't I see any children from the Inuzuka clan on the application list?" Uchiha Touhuan asked curiously.

“It’s just that the elders in the clan wouldn’t allow it,” Inuzuka Kaze said. “Our ancestors followed the Senju clan, and our relationship with your Uchiha clan wasn’t very good. In addition, most of your family’s summoning beasts are ninja cats, so after those kids got a beating, the matter was dropped.”

"However, our clan leader has considered selling a batch of our newly bred police dogs to the security department. After all, ninja dogs are more useful than ninja cats when it comes to chasing criminals, aren't they?"

……

Chapter 28 Orochimaru's Trail

Upon hearing Inuzuka Kaze's words, Uchiha Touhuan also took them seriously. This was the first ninja clan to take the initiative to show goodwill to the Uchiha clan.

It seems that with the Senju clan, once the leading clan, being tormented in the village, the Inuzuka clan, which serves as a full-time veterinarian in Konoha and has difficulty entering the power center of Konoha, has also developed some special thoughts. However, out of caution, they have no intention of officially taking sides yet.

However, the fact that Inuzuka Fu, a Jonin, brought up this matter with Uchiha Touhuan was clearly an attempt to curry favor. Unlike the Uchiha, the Inuzuka clan has dozens of Jonin who can sit in several rows during clan meetings. Inuzuka Fu's status in the Inuzuka clan is probably only below their clan leader.

"Brother Feng's news is really a lifesaver for our current security department," said Uchiha Touhuan. "Our newly recruited ninjas haven't fully developed their skills yet, so having the Inuzuka clan's ninja dogs as an assistant would be even better."

Uchiha Touhuan readily accepted the Inuzuka clan's overtures. The Uchiha clan had not yet officially taken the stage, and the Inuzuka clan's current attitude was already a pleasant surprise for Uchiha Touhuan.

The Inuzuka clan's gesture of goodwill represents a good start.

“Speaking of which, the benefits at the Security Department are really enviable.” At this moment, Uzuki Yugao suddenly spoke up. “After learning about the benefits at the Security Department, I even thought about resigning from the Anbu and joining the Security Department.”

"Sister Xiyan, you can't have this kind of thinking!" Uchiha Touhuan said seriously. "Where do we work if not for the sake of Konoha? If the Third Hokage hears this, he'll think I'm forming cliques for personal gain."

"Oh, I was just saying," Uzuki Yugao stuck out her tongue. "I've finally managed to become a Special Jonin in the Anbu, so there's no need for me to resign."

"Alright, enough of that. Come on, everyone, cheers!" Uchiha Touhuan raised his glass, clinked glasses with everyone, and then drank the wine in his glass in one gulp.

Throughout the entire meal, Kakashi, who sat next to Uchiha Touhuan, remained silent, but his eyes were always fixed on what was happening at the table, and he seemed to be deep in thought.

After everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, they returned to the inn.

The next morning, everyone continued their journey.

This time, however, the group couldn't even have the most basic communication with Utatane and Mitokado Hayato.

At noon that day, the group arrived at the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Fields.

Before reaching the specific area indicated by the clues, Kakashi also began to fulfill his responsibilities as the person in charge of this mission.

"Inuzuka Kaze, you and Sumeraru search along the scent. Hyuga Takeya and Hyuga Takato, you two pay attention to your surroundings and make sure your Byakugan is always activated. Everyone else, prepare for battle."

"Understood." Everyone, including Uchiha Touhuan, nodded in acceptance. Even Utatane Itsuki and Mitokado Hayato, who had basically broken ties with everyone, had no objections.

……

Inside Orochimaru's experimental base within the Land of Fields.

Orochimaru seemed to suddenly sense something and put down the test tube in his hand.

Orochimaru, who is still working for Akatsuki, has no intention of establishing the Sound Village yet, but he has set up an experimental base here for research. This small country, located between major powers and without any ninja villages, is a lawless land for these powerful ninjas.

Although Orochimaru betrayed the village, he still had some backup plans within Konoha.

Orochimaru was fully aware of the recent changes in the village, especially the death of Danzo, with whom he had previously cooperated, and Uchiha Touhuan's recent major moves.