For the Glory of the Uchiha

"For the glory of the Uchiha Clan!"

Uchiha Yoru's resolute voice echoed through Uchiha Naka Shrine.

The sight made Uchiha Fugaku, standing nearby, feel awkward, but it also secretly relieved him.

Though it was for the clan, the pride of the Uchiha... this mission was truly difficult for him to accept, let alone speak of.

"Fugaku, look at Yoru. The clan will depend on you two in the future."

Upon seeing this, the clan leader even cast a rare look of disdain at his son, whom he normally took such pride in.

Uchiha Fugaku could only steel himself and solemnly say,

"Yoru's sacrifice will not be forgotten by the clan!"

At that moment, looking at Uchiha Yoru's appearance, Fugaku showed a rare trace of awkwardness, though he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that, for once, his mature-looking face was actually an advantage.

And it was not that he had not tried hard enough. Talent in this regard was innate; he truly could not compare to Yoru.

Uchiha Yoru wore a pure white kimono over black trousers. The robe hung open at his chest, faintly revealing his eye-catching muscles. Dark bracers covered his forearms and extended over his hands, a black belt was tied around his waist, and a straight ninja blade lay horizontally across his back.

His face was handsome and cold as though carved from stone, and his posture was tall and straight. Dressed like this, he cut an imposing figure. At this moment, his appearance was extremely similar to Sasuke during his Orochimaru Sasuke period.

More importantly, Mikoto had put together this entire outfit. She had even prepared brand-new clothes for him to wear when meeting the Elders.

At this moment, Mikoto felt as though she had lifted a rock only to drop it on her own foot.

Seeing Uchiha Yoru's determined expression, along with the handsome face and tall frame that had utterly captivated his granddaughter, Elder Setsuna could not help nodding in praise.

"Yoru, this is the best opportunity the clan has had. The Third Hokage's actions over the past twenty-plus years have long dissatisfied the Major Clans. Otherwise, why would the Senju Clan protect the next Nine-Tails Jinchuriki within the Senju Clan?"

At this point, Elder Setsuna let out a rare cold laugh.

"White Fang's reputation now even threatens to surpass that of the Third Hokage. White Fang's strength is certainly one reason, but the Major Clans have also been fanning the flames. Even the Senju Clan is dissatisfied with the Third Hokage's policies."

After hearing Elder Setsuna describe the situation between Konoha's higher-ups and the Major Clans, Uchiha Yoru quietly frowned.

He had no way of knowing whether it was true or false, but a ruler naturally would not want the powerful clans within the village to grow too strong, even if that clan was the Senju Clan.

During the Second Ninja War, Nawaki was first accidentally killed in an explosion, then Tsunade's boyfriend died as well.

Soon afterward, Kushina, the Senju Clan's Jinchuriki, was also won over by the Hokage's faction.

It seemed that everything revolved around the Senju Clan.

Later, White Fang was driven to suicide.

By the Third Ninja War and beyond, the Senju Clan seemed to have been forgotten altogether.

All of this seemed to point to one thing: the Senju Clan had lost in the political struggle.

Never mind whether Tsunade had any schemes; the fact that even Konoha's new generation of ninja would know nothing of the Senju name made it impossible for the Third Hokage's influence to have been absent.

"More importantly, White Fang was not born into a ninja clan. That is also why the Uchiha Clan can maintain an understanding with the Major Clans."

Faced with Elder Setsuna's stirring words, Uchiha Yoru caught the look Mikoto gave him. Once he realized he could have the best of both worlds, he was immediately filled with motivation and solemnly nodded.

"Clan leader, elder, rest assured. I will do everything in my power to get close to the next Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Uzumaki Kushina."

As he said this, Uchiha Yoru glanced at Mikoto without drawing attention to it, while his mind analyzed every piece of information based on the plot he knew.

No wonder Mikoto had such a good relationship with Kushina. The Uchiha had prepared two contingencies.

More importantly, the Uchiha could approach the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki without any consequences?

At that moment, he suddenly understood. This was probably the Senju Clan's tacit approval.

Of course, it was also because Kushina was still only a reserve candidate.

Right now, the Major Clans had joined forces in their dissatisfaction with the Third Hokage's policies. No wonder the Third Hokage dealt with those clans so ruthlessly later on. Setting aside the Senju and Uchiha Clans, even the Hyuga Clan was hit hard.

At this point, Uchiha Mikoto, who had entered the secret chamber and had not spoken until now, finally opened her mouth. Her expression was grave.

"Clan leader, elder, although Yoru serves under Captain Tsunade, he has few opportunities to meet Uzumaki Kushina. Even with me there, it could easily arouse suspicion.

"However, Yoru has just awakened Dual Kekkei Genkai, and he happens to need Lady Tsunade's treatment. That would give him more chances to approach Kushina through Lady Tsunade. But the Cell Stabilizing Agent is extremely precious."

Seeing Mikoto's utterly serious expression, Elder Setsuna was speechless. If he had not known about his granddaughter and this brat, he might actually have believed that nonsense.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Yoru revealed a grateful expression. Mikoto's support really was sweet.

The Clan Leader and Elder Setsuna exchanged glances, then gave an almost imperceptible nod. This was also why they had chosen Uchiha Yoru for this mission.

One reason was that his appearance was indeed outstanding, while the other was that he had a reasonable and appropriate excuse to make contact.

"The clan will not mistreat any Uchiha clan member. Regarding your bloodline limit, Uchiha Yoru, the clan will provide you with funding for medicine every month. We hope you will not disappoint the clan's investment!"

If you wanted a horse to run fast, you had to feed it well. That principle had never changed, and this mission was so demanding that it was extremely difficult to find anyone in the Uchiha Clan with such determination.

They also needed to be good-looking and talented. Otherwise, they would not even be qualified to take on the mission.

The clan leader and elder spoke generously, without the slightest hesitation.

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Yoru immediately nodded with a determined expression, though he was already making calculations in his heart.

This might be an excellent opportunity to improve himself.

After leaving Naka Shrine, Fugaku's expression was clearly somewhat awkward.

"Yoru, this is the scroll the clan gives to members who have undergone Eye Awakening."

The Uchiha Clan treated members who awakened their bloodline limit extremely well, providing all sorts of supplies in one go.

Looking at the scroll in his hand, which clearly contained Sharingan usage techniques and training methods, Uchiha Yoru smiled and nodded.

"Thank you, Captain Fugaku."

However, Uchiha Fugaku looked somewhat awkward and even ashamed. It was clear that Uchiha Yoru had sacrificed far too much for the clan this time.

Thinking of this, he could not help but nod solemnly.

"Yoru, the clan will not forget you."

Uchiha Mikoto then spoke at just the right moment. She smiled gently and nodded.

"Captain Fugaku, Yoru is not weak to begin with. Now that he has awakened the Sharingan, both his Chakra and body will enter a period of growth. I heard that the clan recently purchased quite a bit of Chakra Metal."

Though she did not say the rest, her meaning was already perfectly clear.

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Yoru gave her a thumbs-up in his heart, but he still raised a hand with a solemn expression to stop Mikoto from saying any more.

"Sister Mikoto, we are all doing this for the clan!"

Seeing Uchiha Yoru's resolute appearance, Fugaku became even more awkward and ashamed. He nodded without saying anything, but Uchiha Yoru understood his personality.

Before long, he would probably receive a Chakra Metal weapon.