Madara's Temper Is Getting Worse and Worse

Early the next morning.

A noisy commotion could be heard outside, which quickly died down.

Bang bang bang!

A knocking sound rang out, continuous and insistent.

"Gen'ichi-san, Gen'ichi-san, are you there? Gen'ichi-san, time to get up! It wasn't easy for you to come back from Shibi Jonin, and we haven't trained together for several days!"

Might Guy hammered loudly on the door.

Creak—

Gen'ichi opened the door, yawning. He had spent the entire night sparring with Godzilla in his internal Space-Time, and felt somewhat tired. "Morning, Guy. But why are you suddenly looking for me today? You could totally go train with Mr. Duy."

"Gen'ichi-san, seeing your expression, so weary... You truly live up to your name, Gen'ichi-san! So, while I wasn't paying attention, you've actually been working hard all night? No wonder you've become someone everyone discusses and admires!"

Might Guy clenched his fists tightly, his face filled with fighting spirit.

Gen'ichi let out a light "Hm?" "That's strange, why are you so disheveled? Have you already trained?"

He pointed at the large patches of dust on Might Guy's clothes.

"Oh! That, well, it's nothing important, really. Lots of girls heard you finally came home and crowded outside your house early this morning. I saw they had bad intentions and would seriously interfere with Gen'ichi-san's training progress, so I took action and chased them all away."

"...Thank you so much, Guy."

Might Guy gave a thumbs up, and with a ding, a brilliant gleam shone between his teeth. "No need to thank me, Gen'ichi-san! It's my duty!"

What a righteous ray of light! There really aren't many boys as enthusiastic as Might Guy.

Gen'ichi took a deep breath, poking his head out to look around, but saw nothing.

"Gen'ichi-san, what are you looking for? I can help you look!"

"No, it's nothing... Never mind. Let's go find Ichie and make the most of our training time. A week has already passed since I returned, and the next mission is probably not far off."

Gen'ichi shook his head and headed straight for the Uchiha Clan Compound with Might Guy.

As soon as they entered the Clan Compound.

"Wait a moment, Guy, there's something very important I need to do."

Shadow Clone Technique!

Poof!

Two Shadow Clones appeared with practiced ease, then eagerly rushed into Obito's house, acting completely at home.

"Obito's Grandma, we're here to switch shifts again! Don't get up, what if something happens?"

"Ah! Gen'ichi, you're here again! This is truly..."

Obito's eyes welled up with tears, overwhelmed with emotion.

At this moment, Obito regarded Gen'ichi as a true friend, someone who, during his most difficult time, would tirelessly expend a large amount of Chakra to create Shadow Clones and come alleviate his burden.

What kind of spirit was this? This was the Will of Fire!!

"You didn't forget to specifically replace the Shadow Clones even while you were away on missions, doesn't this put a huge burden on you?" Obito wiped his tears, asking with concern.

The two old Shadow Clones stared at Obito in surprise for a moment, causing Obito's expression to stiffen. He forced himself to say, "Hmph, I'm just worried you might die. It would be such a waste for someone like you to die on the battlefield."

"Don't worry, Obito. I'll be just fine even if you die. We're still teammates, and I will absolutely not let go of your Grandma!"

With that, with two bang sounds, the old Shadow Clones, having already expended some Chakra, immediately disappeared.

The two new Shadow Clones instantly took over, a seamless transition.

Grandma Madara accepted the service of these two Shadow Clones expressionlessly.

"Obito's Grandma, please rest assured. We have received all the experience from the old Shadow Clones and know some of your daily habits. There will absolutely be no mistakes!"

One of the Shadow Clones solemnly promised.

Grandma Madara nodded, as if praising it. "The Shadow Clone Technique is truly a convenient Ninjutsu. And you've actually discovered the true usage of the Shadow Clone Technique to share memories, that's remarkable... If the Second Hokage saw this scene, he would surely be very pleased."

"Of course! Although the Second Hokage has passed away, his spirit lives on. I will use that spirit to serve you with all my might and ensure you enjoy your later years!"

The two Shadow Clones took everything upon themselves, once again moving the Obito beside them to tears.

"Gen'ichi-san, I know this is asking a lot, but... I still need your help for a while, because I now have a Leading Jonin, so I can't guarantee I'll be by Grandma's side at all times..."

Obito wiped away his tears.

"Hm? That's good news. Don't worry, Obito. Unless I die, no one will take away the task of looking after your Grandma."

"Is that so? That's wonderful..."

Soon, under the service of the two Shadow Clones, Grandma Madara, with a stiff expression, lay down once more, watching with wide eyes as Obito rushed out the door to go meet the person named Minato Namikaze.

"Minato Namikaze, huh? He learned Tobirama's Flying Thunder God Technique... What a disgusting technique. But no matter how hard he tries, he's ultimately just a supporting character."

Grandma Madara turned its head away, about to close its eyes in deep thought.

But the next moment, four hands reached out, forcibly turning its head back.

"Obito's Grandma, it's time for your water!"

"……"

Madara felt his temper growing worse, though he didn't know why.

Just hold on a little longer, just a little longer. I need to wait until Obito is on the battlefield and gets a preliminary taste of this world's ugliness.

Obito said hello to Gen'ichi's Main Body, then left excitedly.

"He has a Leading Jonin now? Looks like the Minato Squad is about to form."

Gen'ichi looked at Obito's skipping back and shook his head slightly.

Is this the start of tragedy? Minato Namikaze is the fastest ninja in the world, but he was late when he was needed most.

If only Minato could have been a bit faster…

But it didn't matter. With Madara, that old schemer, lurking, something bad was bound to happen to Obito one way or another, giving Madara an opening to exploit his vulnerability and force his hand.

"That guy Obito, awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan at twelve years old… his abundant emotions are indeed easy for Madara to manipulate…"

Gen'ichi paused, then led Might Guy towards Ichie's house.

In the yard, Ichie was diligently practicing Taijutsu.

"Wow, Big Sister is amazing! Itachi, look! Isn't my big sister really strong~ Hurry up and say something~"

Little Izumi hopped excitedly, then grabbed a boy's arm and shook it vigorously.

"Yes, yes, Big Sister Ichie is truly incredible. If I had Big Sister Ichie's strength at my age… No, perhaps Shisui could do it…"

The little boy's eyes showed deep admiration.

Uchiha Ichie, the clan's strongest genius, was highly praised by the adults. Even in letters sent back from the front lines by Father Lord, he had instructed them to pay more attention to Ichie.

Just then, the gate opened.

"Excuse me! Is Ichie home… Huh?"

Gen'ichi quickly fixed his gaze on the little boy standing next to Izumi.

This little kid… That's him.

Itachi Uchiha.