A Gift
In particular, they praised the Uzumaki clansmen for being hardworking, resilient, and responsible.
Every time Tomohiro heard it, he would laugh for quite a while.
Their Uzumaki Clan did not have much else going for them right now. They were just a little strong, so they could only do what they were capable of to help the villagers.
"The method is very good. Even if, in the future, you no longer need this method, you shouldn't stop this model of tempering your clansmen. If people live comfortable lives all the time, they'll quickly grow decadent. Today, I truly saw that for myself."
Seeing how serious Lord Torifu looked, Tomohiro echoed him. "All right, I understand, Lord Torifu. I'll keep an eye on the clansmen regarding this matter."
Torifu smiled faintly when he heard that. "As for other things, you can be a little more relaxed. You're members of Konoha now too, so there's no need to be too restrained. Especially you, as the clan leader. You need to have a bit of presence. Don't make yourself seem like an old man every day."
Tomohiro felt a little embarrassed after hearing that. He had lived with his clansmen for so long that these people were not much different from his own children to him.
For him to suddenly put on that clan-leader air really did feel unfamiliar.
Tomohiro planned to just stay as he was. He had no intention of putting on airs. Otherwise, it would make the clansmen feel a sense of separation. Coming to a new environment had already made them somewhat nervous.
If the elder they trusted most changed as well, problems might arise.
Besides, Tomohiro himself did not possess that sort of imposing presence to begin with. He was just an ordinary member of the