Konoha.
Uchiha Clan Grounds.
"Clan Head, we've trained four barrier teams. They can cover the entire clan grounds around the clock."
Keimei was reporting to Fugaku.
Fugaku nodded after hearing Keimei's report.
Over the past few years, thanks to their outstanding application of barrier techniques, Keimei, Iori, and Daichi had all steadily improved their strength.
Keimei in particular had made tremendous progress after his Sharingan evolved into the Three-Tomoe.
More importantly, Keimei loved the clan deeply and gave his all in everything he did.
Fugaku now relied heavily on him as well.
"How are the hypothetical enemy contingency plans coming along?"
"Reporting to the Clan Head, preparations for Hypothetical Enemy Number One and Hypothetical Enemy Number Two have been completed."
"For reconnaissance against Hypothetical Enemy Number Three, we have deployed large numbers of Ninja Cats and Ninja Crows throughout the forests surrounding the clan grounds."
"Though this incurs additional daily feeding costs, we can now ensure overlapping reconnaissance coverage of the clan grounds."
Fugaku waved dismissively. "Don't worry about the feeding costs. The Uchiha don't lack money."
"Iori, your responsibility is also very important. Besides you, we need a backup candidate."
Iori nodded. "Yes, I'll select a backup candidate right away."
"Daichi, you will need to assemble the personnel when the time comes. There must also be a contingency plan for if you are absent."
Daichi answered solemnly, "Yes."
"As for personnel training, the moment a signal is detected, everyone must return to their assigned positions."
"The Uchiha's current development has not come easily. You must all give it your all."
Fugaku spoke earnestly.
Keimei nodded heavily. "Don't worry, Clan Head. If anyone dares disrupt the Uchiha's peace, they'll have to step over my dead body!"
Iori and Daichi echoed, "Us too!"
After Fugaku assigned Keimei and the other two