Sowing Discord, Well-Behaved and Sensible

From afar, Aburame Shibi saw this scene and, without hesitation, activated the Cursed Tongue Eradication Seal.

However, the curse seal gave him no feedback.

"Is he dead? With this level of Fire Style, could it be Fugaku Uchiha? Or perhaps that old guy..."

A figure flashed through Aburame Shibi's mind.

The next instant, Aburame Shibi's figure vanished.

The mission... had failed...

The moment the pillar of fire erupted, it ignited the nearby houses, and fanned by the cold wind, the flames spread rapidly.

Inside the house, Uchiha Tunan unhurriedly threw the money and deeds from the cabinet into the cellar.

Then, he tucked his diary and the signed copy of the "Will of Fire" personally autographed by Hiruzen Sarutobi under his arm.

He took a casual step to the left, narrowly dodging a burning beam.

He turned and walked outside.

The attacker this time was clearly from the Aburame Clan.

Judging by the attire, it was either Anbu or Root.

It seems Danzo has developed some ill intentions towards me.

Danzo... Orochimaru...

I can't beat them.

Uchiha Tunan considered himself broad-minded and not one to hold grudges.

If they were willing to accept him, Uchiha Tunan would gladly go along with them.

At this moment, the Great Elder and Fugaku Uchiha arrived outside the small courtyard first.

"What is this...?" Fugaku Uchiha's brow furrowed as he looked at the skyward flames.

"It seems we're too late."

The Great Elder said with a grim expression.

Suddenly, both their brows twitched, and a hint of joy flashed in their eyes.

"Hm?"

Crisp footsteps echoed from within the sea of fire.

"Tap, tap, tap..."

Uchiha Tunan's figure emerged from the sea of fire, calm and composed. The moment he stepped out of the small courtyard, the house behind him suddenly collapsed.

Rumble~

The Great Elder asked with concern, "Tunan, are you alright?"

At the same time, Jonin from behind also arrived at the scene, along with a large number of Uchiha ninja arriving one after another.

Uchiha Tunan's figure appeared so small against the backdrop of the raging inferno.

Yet, no one present dared to underestimate Uchiha Tunan.

Uchiha Tunan and the Great Elder exchanged a subtle glance, then Uchiha Tunan, with an apologetic expression, adjusted his glasses and bowed deeply to everyone:

"I'm truly sorry for the excessive commotion; I disturbed your rest."

Fugaku Uchiha quickly asked, "What happened? Was it another spy from an enemy village?"

Uchiha Tunan calmly shook his head. "I cannot disclose that. This matter needs to be reported to Lord Hokage first."

As soon as he said this, the arriving Uchiha ninja erupted in an uproar.

"Damn it, we rushed here in the middle of the night."

"Hmph, Great Elder, Clan Head, let's go. Let's not bother with this brat."

"Exactly, this guy who betrayed the clan, why should we care if he lives or dies."

The Great Elder had already firmly believed that Uchiha Tunan was hiding something. He narrowed his eyes and said, "Tunan, everyone is worried about your safety. Don't you even trust your own clan members?"

Uchiha Tunan remained silent, simply standing there.

The Great Elder glanced at the pillar of fire, which was already showing signs of extinguishing, then looked at Uchiha Tunan, who kept his eyes down.

A hint of fanaticism flashed in his eyes.

Strength, intelligence, and this capacity for forbearance... it was truly a gift from heaven to the Uchiha Clan.

The Uchiha clan members present were all very angry, shouting one after another.

But without the word from Fugaku Uchiha and the Great Elder, they could only endure.

It was neither here nor there, but staying felt like being rejected by a cold butt during a passionate embrace.

Uncomfortable.

Suddenly, the Great Elder's expression shifted slightly, a kind and gentle smile appearing on his face. He spoke to Uchiha Tunan, "Tunan, your clansmen actually care about you a lot, they just don't express it well. Don't take their words to heart."

Just then, a group of Anbu appeared not far away.

"Tunan, are you alright?"

The Anbu parted ways, and Hiruzen Sarutobi, dressed in casual clothes, emerged from behind them, his expression filled with deep worry and concern.

Uchiha Tunan's eyes lit up, a warm smile appearing on his face. "Lord Hokage, I'm fine."

Hiruzen Sarutobi casually glanced at the two books Uchiha Tunan had tucked under his arm, looking as if he had narrowly escaped a disaster. "I rushed over as soon as I heard the news. It's a good thing you're alright. Who attacked you?"

Uchiha Tunan pursed his lips, seemingly having something difficult to say.

"Tunan, Lord Hokage is here now, you can tell him. Do we, as your clansmen, not even have the right to know?" The Great Elder put on a show, his face darkening.

Uchiha Tunan glanced at the Great Elder, then turned his gaze to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded and said, "Go ahead."

Uchiha Tunan then began to speak, "The attacker was a ninja dressed as an Anbu, and he used insect ninjutsu. He said he was from Root and that someone named Danzo wanted to see me. I've never heard of Danzo, so I refused his request, and then he attacked me."

Nicely done!

The Great Elder rejoiced internally, believing Uchiha Tunan was deliberately trying to sow discord among Konoha's higher-ups. He pretended to be furious and said to Hiruzen Sarutobi, "Lord Hokage, don't we deserve an explanation from Konoha? Why would someone from Root attack a genius of the Uchiha Clan late at night? What are their intentions?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned, not having expected Root to be involved. However, after careful consideration, he realized there was a ninety-eight percent chance it was them. Originally, Hiruzen Sarutobi had planned to have the Anbu use Water Style to extinguish the fire and retrieve the enemy's body for investigation. Now, he hesitated. Danzo, you've really outdone yourself!

"The Anbu will thoroughly investigate the situation. If the facts are as you say, I will naturally act according to the village's rules." Hiruzen Sarutobi was extremely displeased with Danzo. He reached out and patted Uchiha Tunan's hair, his face full of concern. "Tunan, your home is destroyed now. Have you considered moving somewhere else?"

This time, the Great Elder was truly anxious and quickly interjected, "Lord Hokage, Tunan is a member of the Uchiha Clan. If his home is gone, the Uchiha Clan can provide him with a house in the center of the clan compound. Are you trying to divide the Uchiha Clan, Lord Hokage?"

Why take it so seriously? Didn't you see I was just joking? Hiruzen Sarutobi knew it was impossible to get Uchiha Tunan out of the Uchiha Clan Compound. He only said that to deepen Uchiha Tunan's good impression of him.

At this moment, Uchiha Tunan slightly shrank back behind Hiruzen Sarutobi, looking up at him with hopeful eyes.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked down at Uchiha Tunan's eyes and sighed, "I wasn't thinking clearly. Child, you should follow your Great Elder's arrangements."

Uchiha Tunan pursed his lips and obediently nodded.

"If there's nothing else, Tunan, you'll come with me. I'll take you to your new residence," the Great Elder said coldly, beckoning Uchiha Tunan.

"Lord Hokage, I'm leaving then."

"Go."

Uchiha Tunan cast a lingering glance at Hiruzen Sarutobi before stepping out from behind him. Watching Uchiha Tunan follow the Great Elder towards the center of the clan compound, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but sigh inwardly. This child is so sensible, it's heartbreaking.