Itachi's question reminded Fugaku of the humiliating state he had been in when he first met that man. He had never imagined that, despite possessing the Mangekyō Sharingan, he would be subdued by the other party in an instant. In his embarrassment and anger, killing intent unconsciously flashed through his eyes, and his expression gradually darkened.
Fugaku knew very well that the other party was using him and the Uchiha Clan this time. But from Fugaku's perspective, wasn't he also using the other party?
Moreover, Fugaku had already made up his mind. Once he straightened out the village's affairs and ascended to the position of Hokage, he would turn against that man and avenge the humiliation of their first meeting!
Noticing the subtle change in Fugaku's expression, Itachi asked again, "Father, are there other forces cooperating with us in this rebellion?"
The Uchiha Elite Jonin in the study also turned toward Fugaku, eagerly awaiting his answer.
Within the Uchiha Clan, although everyone spoke of "rebellion" as if the Uchiha could naturally seize control of the village as long as they dared to flip the table, only the clan's upper echelon present knew the truth. Even with three pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan in the clan, the odds of a successful rebellion were only fifty-fifty.
Therefore, when they heard from Fugaku's words that the clan might have other allies, the Uchiha Elite Jonin were quite energized.
Fugaku swept his gaze over them and sternly lectured, "Focus on the matters you're responsible for. As for everything else, don't ask questions!"
"Yes."
Itachi and the Uchiha Elite Jonin lowered their heads and answered.
Fugaku then instructed Itachi, "Itachi, you bear a heavy burden in this operation, so there must not be any mistakes. The Fifth Hokage may not be particularly strong, but he is