The Clan Head's Position

Inside the Naka Shrine, the Uchiha Clan ninjas gathered.

Since Fugaku, the Clan Head, had not yet taken office, the Uchiha naturally chatted with acquaintances they knew.

The clan has not held such a meeting, which is truly for deliberation, for a long time.

The last meeting was held because the clansmen could no longer tolerate the village's discrimination and wanted to incite Fugaku to seek the Hokage Position.

When did things change?

Was it after Fugaku's repeated rejections, or when Uchiha Setsuna attacked the village, or when the Fourth Generation reorganized the Military Police Force...?

In short, with the change in policy, and thanks to Fugaku's compromises and Sakumo's efforts, the Uchiha Clan was gradually accepted by the villagers.

Those ninjas from various clans who had once denounced the Uchiha's ruthless enforcement of the law realized their previous immaturity after joining the Military Police Force and becoming part of maintaining order in the village. Many Ninja Clan petitioned the higher-ups, hoping that the Uchiha Clan would continue to control the Military Police Force alone.

After all, following the evil Uchiha, Sarutobi, Utatane, Gekko, and Hyuga were also branded as evil by the Konoha.

Furthermore, since the Military Police Force can be complained about, many ninjas who joined the Military Police Force found that most of the money they earned there was deducted due to various troublemakers.

In response, the Uchiha who were dissatisfied with the division of power changed their previous stance and said that the Military Police Force to Konoha and that it is the duty of every Konoha Ninja to share both good times and bad.

"How's your son doing in the Finance Department?"

"It's alright. I heard your son works in the Internal Affairs Department? That's the Fifth Hokage's direct forces. I really envy your son for being able to get into that kind of department."

"Haha, what are you saying? Isn't the Finance Department much better than the fighting and killing-filled Internal Affairs Department?"

"If we're talking about promising talent, it has to be Captain Fugaku's Itachi. The Fifth Hokage only had him as a disciple. If you ask me, our Uchiha Clan might be about to produce a Hokage."

As the two were talking, another Uchiha joined the conversation.

"That's right, I've heard that Captain Fugaku is going to step down as Clan Head leader at this meeting, and it's estimated that he'll hand it over to Uchiha Itachi."

Upon hearing this, many Uchiha who were busy with other things perked up their ears, and some who were also familiar with the matter chimed in to agree.

"But Itachi is still very young."

"So what? Wasn't Fugaku also very young when he took office?"

"If you ask me, Yashiro would be a good choice too."

"No, I'm too old. I've already submitted my retirement application."

The Uchiha Yashiro, whose name was called, hurriedly shook his head.

"Is that so? It's such a pity that someone as accomplished as you, an assistant in the Military Police Force, is retiring now."

Several fans of the Uchiha Yashiro shook their heads in regret.

"Shh, keep your voice down, Captain Fugaku is here."

Just as the group was about to continue discussing the selection of the Clan Head, a sharp-eyed Uchiha spotted Fugaku and quickly alerted the others.

The news spread quickly within the small grounds of Naka Shrine, and within minutes, the whispers within the shrine completely ceased, and tranquility returned.

With a cold expression, Fugaku glanced at everyone and slowly knelt down in his designated spot.

A small number of people lowered their heads and began to have doubts.

Wasn't it said that Fugaku's eyesight had deteriorated to the point where he couldn't see people clearly? Why is his gaze still so sharp and fierce? Could the intelligence have been false?

"Everyone, I've convened this tribal meeting today for a simple reason: many of you already know that my health no longer allows me to handle Military Police Force and tribal affairs, so..."

As Fugaku spoke, he once again turned his gaze to the people inside the shrine.

As he himself said, he can no longer even see faces within two meters of him. Unable to be a match for Hashirama Cells, he has to admit that he can no longer fight as a ninja for Konoha and the Uchiha Clan.

If it weren't for Sakumo's repeated attempts to persuade him to stay and his promise not to assign him any missions, he would have resigned from his advisor position as well.

"Therefore, I will resign from my positions Clan Head and captain of the Military Police Force, passing them on to a virtuous person..."

Fugaku's gaze finally settled on a figure.

Uchiha Toku was somewhat incredulous after hearing this.

A virtuous person, would you say --

"Uchiha Obito, from this day forward, you are the Clan Head of the Uchiha Clan."

"Ah?"

Obito, whose name was called, panicked a little.

What's going on? I've never heard of this before!

Compared to Obito's surprise, the Uchiha ninjas were much calmer.

They hadn't overlooked Obito. In terms of strength, he was a disciple of Jiraiya, one of the Legendary Sannin. Needless to say, he was the Fifth Generation friend. The two of them, along with Kakashi, were inseparable in their childhood.

The reason they didn't think of him was because Obito was always busy with village affairs and generally didn't have time to participate in the various festivals and activities within the clan. Over time, everyone forgot about him.

"Fugaku resigned from his position as captain of the Military Police Force and recommended Uchiha Obito to succeed him."

Sakumo received Fugaku's application long before the meeting at Naka Shrine began.

"Taking over is fine, but does the teacher have any other plans for Uncle Obito?"

Uchiha Itachi's words startled Sakumo was just about to sign and stamp the document.

He only thought that Obito was strong enough, but forgot that Kazashiro also needed Obito.

"It's alright. Anyway, when Fugaku was in charge, most of the Military Police Force affairs were handled by the Vice Captain, and he himself acted as... uh, the middleman to coordinate relationships."

Shikaku almost blurted out the word "street hustler".

After all, Fugaku's actions over the years perfectly fit this description.

After checking in at the Military Police Force in the morning, the captain began his day of shopping.

They either stroll to a dumpling shop to drink tea and eat dumplings, or they run to a barbecue restaurant to order a few plates of barbecue and enjoy a hearty meal.

Sometimes he would also go to the Ninja Academy to supervise the studies of the younger Uchiha clan members.

"Then, should we have Jiraiya try to contact the Fifth Generation?"

Sakumo had a clear understanding of his role: when it came to matters concerning the village, he would always follow Kazashiro's lead.

As a retired Fourth Generation, he was merely taking over the management of the village in place of Kazashiro.

"That's the only way."

Shikaku nodded in agreement.