All Heavens: Transcending Dimensions Starting with the Uchiha

This would also give the Third Hokage and others a reason to interfere in the internal affairs of the Uchiha clan.

Uchiha Sō isn't that scary!

Being born into poverty is not a disgrace; a true man is one who can bend and stretch.

He's the one who's going to start a revolution in the ninja world. The Third Hokage is just a minor boss in the first hurdle. We'll see.

Chapter 35, The Magic of Money

The day after Fugaku Uchiha was verbally abused, the atmosphere inside the Konoha Police Department was heavy and solemn.

Uchiha Ei sat upright in the minister's seat, his eyes sharp as he scrutinized the three main people in front of him—Uchiha Koichi, Uchiha Igaku, and Uchiha Maruko.

They were all carefully selected by Uchiha Sō to shoulder this important task.

"ball."

Uchiha Sō's voice was steady and powerful.

"You are responsible for selecting suitable accommodations and carefully preparing for the reception of the Cloud Village delegation. The budget must be reported to the Hokage Building at the highest level. Do not be stingy."

"So that the Hidden Cloud Village won't say that our Leaf Village is stingy and petty, and that we've lost our composure."

"Understood!"

Uchiha Maruko responded loudly, then immediately got to work, hurriedly leaving to begin her research and compilation.

Immediately afterwards, Uchiha Zō continued to deploy the mission.

"Uncle Haoyi,"

He turned to the experienced Uchiha Koichi.

"You have always been steady and experienced in security work. This time, you will lead the team to ensure that the security work is foolproof."

"When facing the Cloud Village delegation, my requirement is that you be neither humble nor arrogant. When it is necessary to be firm, you must show our determination and strength. If any problems arise, I will take responsibility for you. There is no need to be afraid."

"Even if the Third Hokage has any objections, I will take responsibility for you."

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Koichi's body trembled slightly, his motivation surged, and he immediately led his squad members to make urgent arrangements for security work.

Encouraged by Uchiha Sho's words, he felt fearless at this moment, which was the true spirit of the Uchiha clan.

After Uchiha Koichi left, Uchiha Sho gave Uchiha Igaku a deep look before slowly opening his mouth and revealing his grand plan for reforming the Security Department.

"Igaku,"

His tone was firm.

"I have a reform plan for the Security Department, which aims to recruit a large number of civilian ninjas and ninjas from other ninja clans to participate in the daily work of the Security Department."

"Therefore, I plan to establish two joining modes: one is to become a formal employee of the Security Department through a rigorous assessment and enjoy the same treatment as members of the Uchiha clan; the other is temporary, where one can only accept missions from the Security Department's mission hall, and upon completion of the mission, one can receive corresponding remuneration and rewards."

"Brother Xiang, your plan is indeed feasible,"

Uchiha Igaku hesitated.

"But this plan will likely provoke discontent among other Uchiha clan members in the Security Department. Is it really necessary to treat 'outsiders' so favorably? And the cost will be enormous... Is it worth it?"

Faced with Jingyue's doubts, Uchiha Xiang calmly explained:

"Dissatisfied? Then we'll raise the salaries of all former Uchiha clan members in the Security Department by one level, while keeping the salaries of newly joined Security Department personnel unchanged. This way, we can both quell internal discontent and demonstrate our determination to reform."

"As for the cost, you don't need to worry. Kazuko and the others should be arriving soon, and then we won't be troubled by money."

"Any problem that can be solved with money is not a problem."

"It's time to show Hiruzen Sarutobi what it means to 'make money work for you,' hehe!"

"Since you, Brother Xiang, already have a plan in mind, then I will immediately begin implementing the reform plan."

"With such good treatment, even if you, Brother Xiang, were to lead them in a rebellion, most people would support you..."

Full of confidence, Uchiha Igaku eagerly threw himself into the reform wave of the Security Department, longing to witness the new look of the Uchiha clan as soon as possible.

……

Fugaku and Shisui Uchiha both had a sleepless night after being subjected to a shocking and morally reprehensible attack yesterday.

Although both of them felt that what Uchiha Sō said made a lot of sense, was Uchiha Sō really as "noble" as he claimed?

Is his affection for his family really as deep as he appears to be?

Are the Naruto lineages really that hostile to the Uchiha?

With many questions in mind, Fugaku approached Shisui today to discuss having him accompany him in the search for the Third Hokage.

Go talk to the Hokage and mention that the Uchiha clan is not suitable for receiving and protecting the Kumogakure delegation, and ask if a different group of people could be put in charge of this matter.

At the very least, the Uchiha clan can't be solely responsible; other ninja clans need to be involved...

If enough ninja clans are involved, even the Third Hokage... will have to back down...

If what Uchiha Sho said is true, then the Third Hokage would definitely not agree, and might even force the Uchiha to bear the blame.

Conversely, if everything is as Uchiha Sō said, they should completely give up their "expectations" for the Third Hokage!

After regaining their composure and composure, Fugaku and Shisui, who had been in a hurry, nervously knocked on the door of the Hokage's office.

Hopefully, things haven't gotten to that point yet!

Otherwise, we have no choice but to trust Elephant Lord.

"Enter!"

A somewhat aged but powerful voice came from the office. Uchiha Fugaku pushed open the door and entered, followed closely by Shisui.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat behind the Hokage's desk, handling official business. A mountain of documents and files covered his entire face.

Since the Third Shinobi World War, the number of matters requiring the Hokage's personal attention in Konoha has multiplied several times, making the aging Hiruzen Sarutobi feel somewhat overwhelmed.

We're almost out of time to even check on the villagers' daily lives!

It seems that after the Third Shinobi World War, a choice must be made between Orochimaru and Minato!

While handling official business, Hiruzen Sarutobi multitasked, raising his head to glance at the person who had come to visit.

"Fugaku, now is not the time for reporting on our work. The work of the security department is of paramount importance, as it concerns the safety of the villagers and the justice of Konoha."

"Why are you coming to see this old man instead of going to the garrison headquarters?"

"Lord Hokage!"

Fugaku Uchiha hesitated for a moment, but still chose to test the waters directly.

"I went back and thought about it, and I felt that the Security Department alone could not do a good job of receiving and protecting the Cloud Hidden Envoy."

"We need support from other ninja clans!"

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes twitched noticeably. He remained silent for a moment before slowly putting down the documents in his hand, his face kind and gentle.

"Yesterday, Fugaku volunteered with full confidence. And today you come seeking support?"

"Are there any new concerns?"

Seeing that Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately expressed his concern, Fugaku and Shisui were secretly pleased, thinking that Uchiha Makoto was overthinking things, and that the relationship between the Uchiha and the Hokage's faction had not reached that point.

"Yes!"

Fugaku nodded respectfully, took a step forward, and explained.

“Last night, I did have some new thoughts.”

"The Uchiha clan members are generally quite arrogant. If they simply engage in security and guard work, the Security Department has no problem doing so."

"However, the Uchiha clan lacks social skills. If they are put in charge of this task, there may be oversights, which would hinder the village's negotiations with Kumogakure..."

Chapter 36, Grasp Both Hands, Make Both Strong

Upon hearing Fugaku Uchiha's reply, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes gleamed.

When did Fugaku Uchiha reach this level?

Was there any change at yesterday's Uchiha clan meeting?

Could it be that Uchiha Xiang, that brat, is up to something again?

"Hmm~"

Hiruzen Sarutobi let out a long cry, as if suddenly realizing something.

"That is indeed a problem. At the time, I thought that we should first give the Cloud Village delegation a hard time in order to give Konoha the upper hand in the subsequent negotiations..."

"Fugaku... are you willing... to make some necessary sacrifices... for the sake of the village?"

Upon hearing this, Fugaku Uchiha and Shisui were both shaken.

It turns out that the Third Hokage had long considered the possibility of conflict between the Uchiha and Kumogakure, and had even prepared to sacrifice some Uchiha members in exchange for Konoha gaining the upper hand in negotiations...

So, was his purpose in doing this really just for Konoha?

The Uchiha clan had just produced a hero who made great contributions on the battlefield, but then he turned around and caused a major "crisis" for the village.

At that time, the reputation of the Uchiha clan in the eyes of the villagers will probably be even worse.

"I'm afraid... the Uchiha... might not be able to handle things properly, and if they go too far, it could actually hinder the negotiations. Perhaps... Lord Hokage... you should handle this personally!"

"Hesitation and indecision will only lead to failure!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi stood up, shook his head with a smile, walked to Fugaku Uchiha's side, patted him on the shoulder, and said.

"Fugaku, now that I've entrusted this to you, I trust you can handle things properly."

"During wartime, everyone is very busy, and the garrison must shoulder its responsibilities."

"Besides, you have me backing you up, what are you afraid of?"

Something is wrong!

In the end, Hiruzen Sarutobi still intended to entrust the reception and security of the Kumogakure delegation entirely to the Uchiha clan.

If it weren't for Uchiha Enoki's "teaching" yesterday, Fugaku and Shisui might still think it was the Third Hokage's trust in them.