Uchiha! Your Mother Has Come to See You!

In the spring of Konoha 53, a thunderclap split the ninja world's sky—Orochimaru had defected!

This day, Konohagakure was plunged into unprecedented shock. The Third Hokage's beloved disciple, one of the legendary "Sannin," had left without any warning, leaving behind only a devastated laboratory and countless unsolved mysteries. The higher-ups were enraged, the Anbu were deployed en masse, but they were already too late. News spread, causing an uproar throughout the ninja world, with major ninja villages stirring restlessly, and within Konoha, undercurrents surged.

However, amidst this chaos, a low, cold laugh faintly echoed within the Uchiha compound. They watched the higher-ups' panic with cold eyes, a mocking curve on their lips—the Third Hokage had lost an arm, and Konoha's foundation was finally beginning to loosen.

And the mastermind behind it all, the one who schemed in the shadows, yet resolutely strode into the Hokage's office to face the questioning of the two advisors, was the young Uchiha clan head—Uchiha Qing Xuan, who was now receiving the most fervent cheers from his entire clan!

"Lord Qing Xuan! The hope of the Uchiha!"

When the three accompanying Jonin fully recounted the young clan head's spectacular performance in the Hokage's office, the young leader's status in the hearts of the clan instantly soared to unprecedented heights!

It was just that this time, no one was shouting about having his babies anymore.

Because Clan Head Fugaku wouldn't allow it.

At this moment, in the entryway of the clan head's residence.

"Clatter clatter! Gulp gulp gulp!"

The sound of eating without any table manners once again rang out.

Itachi shoveled rice into his mouth, watching Qing Xuan devour his food, finding it as appetizing as ever.

But today, he didn't have much of an appetite. Too many questions were clogging his mind. He wanted to know what had happened in the compound these past two days. Shisui hadn't told him much, but he knew it all came from this younger brother in his uncle's household.

But before he could speak.

"Who is this child?"

Fugaku's sharp gaze fell on the black-haired girl beside Qing Xuan, who was about the same age. The child's face always wore a blissful smile, yet it made Fugaku instinctively wary—there was no such child in the Uchiha family, and this child didn't seem as simple as she appeared.

"Haku, Minazuki Haku."

Qing Xuan wiped his mouth, taking a moment to introduce her.

"Minazuki?"

It was a very rare surname.

Hearing the surname, Itachi thought of his Leading Jonin, Minazuki Yuki.

Fugaku frowned and pondered for a moment. He also had little impression of this surname. Neither in Konoha nor in the entire ninja world were there any major families with this surname.

"The Snow Clan from Kirigakure, saved by my father during the Bloody Mist policy and left to me as a guard! I've already registered her with the Third Hokage! Absolutely loyal and reliable!"

"Minazuki" was just a fanfiction name, not very common in the world of Naruto.

However, after hearing Qing Xuan's explanation, Fugaku's doubts not only didn't dissipate but grew even stronger.

Because Liu Yun's letter to him had never mentioned the existence of this girl.

So where did this child come from?

"I am Lord Qing Xuan's tool."

Just then, the girl who had been kneeling beside Qing Xuan spoke.

Her eyes were clear, her voice crisp, carrying a sense of naturalness, yet her words shocked everyone at the table.

Who would call themselves someone's tool? Itachi was surprised, but what Qing Xuan said next surprised him even more.

"Mm, that's right! Haku is my most qualified tool."

This guy actually admitted it without hesitation!

But it wasn't over yet. What surprised Fugaku and Itachi was that Haku not only showed no dissatisfaction but her smile became even brighter, as if Qing Xuan's acknowledgment made her extremely happy.

"Of course, if one day you change your mind, we can also become friends, playmates, or family."

Qing Xuan didn't have any special requirements for titles. He suggested casually, it didn't matter if Haku accepted or not, as long as the other person was happy.

"No! I only want to be Young Master's tool."

Based on her original character, Haku decisively refused.

This scene gave Fugaku a headache. He rubbed his forehead, truly not wanting to deal with this guy's messy relationships. If this child was loyal, then he could do as he pleased.

Thinking this, he slightly straightened his posture and said seriously to Qing Xuan, "I've seen your recent performance, especially this time. The clan members have a very high opinion of you."

Itachi secretly glanced at his father. He had never seen such pride before, not even when he graduated from the ninja academy early.

"To achieve such things at this age, as expected... you truly are Liu Yun's son!"

These words of praise, spoken by Fugaku, even made Mikoto, who was standing nearby, slightly stunned. For him, who was always serious and not very expressive, to say such a thing in front of everyone showed how satisfied he was with Qing Xuan.

However, Qing Xuan froze. He stopped what he was doing and looked at Fugaku in disbelief, "Huh? How could it be... shouldn't you say, 'as expected of my son'?"

He was so wronged he couldn't even eat his food, grumbling, "Why? I've worked so hard, and you still won't even glance at me! Your eyes are only on Itachi! Is there something different about us?"

The sudden accusation left Itachi stunned. He couldn't understand why Qing Xuan was still so dissatisfied when his father had praised him so much.

"I told you! Stop bullying Itachi!"

Fugaku felt an even bigger headache coming on. This child's personality was even worse than Liu Yun's when he was young. He was a constant worry, day in and day out. Couldn't he just eat his food properly?

"Sigh~ I guess I'm not his biological son. Even when he praises someone, he's so half-hearted..."

Qing Xuan poked his rice with his chopsticks, his sighing demeanor making Mikoto almost unable to suppress a smile.

She reached out and gently ruffled Qing Xuan's hair, smiling as she comforted him, "How could you not be my own son? You're Itachi's biological younger brother!"

She was truly very satisfied with this child, Qing Xuan.

After all, Itachi's personality was as steady and calm as Fugaku's. Although he had displayed terrifying talent beyond other children from a young age, he never quite acted like a child.

The two of them were usually either silent or silent, lacking any semblance of a family atmosphere.

But ever since Qing Xuan arrived, things had changed. While this child was a bit boisterous on a daily basis, he had brought about earth-shattering changes to the household.

Coupled with his resemblance to Itachi, Mikoto genuinely treated him as her own son.

"Really?"

Qing Xuan suddenly became a little shy and fidgety. He lowered his head and softly asked, "Then can I call you Mom?"

For some reason, a hint of bittersweetness suddenly welled up in Mikoto's heart. She immediately replied, "Of course..."

"Of course you can't!"

A domineering roar suddenly came from outside the door, unceremoniously shattering the warm atmosphere.

"Uchiha Qing Xuan! Your real mother is still right here!"