Third Generation's Attitude

"Danzo, would you like me to serve him?"

Since the Third Hokage had asked directly, Uchiha Yue felt there was no need for him to be ambiguous, and calmly replied, "Third Hokage, I don't want to serve under Lord Danzo. As you know, Danzo seems to have some misunderstandings about our Uchiha Clan. Therefore, I would much rather serve under my master, since it was my master who recommended me for the Anbu!"

"Hehe, Tsunade's training of her disciples is quite good!"

Hearing Uchiha Yue's words, the Third Hokage showed no anger whatsoever. Instead, he chuckled and said, "Yue, when you first met Tsunade, I truly thought your personalities wouldn't mesh. But I never expected that you would actually become Tsunade's disciple and even inherit Tsunade mantle. Even when Tsunade was preparing to retire, I knew that Tsunade had always valued you highly. Yue, you haven't disappointed Tsunade; in fact, you've done very well."

The Third Hokage paused for a moment, then said, "Tsukuyomi, I'm not the Hokage now, but I'm speaking to you as an elder. As an elder, I hope my grand-disciple can become stronger and become a pillar of the village. Therefore, even if Tsunade intends to transfer her power to you, I have no objection. In fact, if you don't want to serve Danzo, I can help you resolve that. However, I hope you remember your responsibility, which is to protect our village!"

"There are some things I feel sorry for, Yue. Because I was completely unaware of Danzo's plans. If Danzo's actions have caused you any misunderstanding, I apologize on Danzo's behalf. As for the sordid affairs of the Hyuga Clan, Yue, I will eventually give you an explanation. I only hope that you won't target the Hyuga Clan in your own way. After all, as a member of the Uchiha Clan, it would be difficult for me to target the Hyuga Clan."

"Yes, thank you, Third Hokage. I understand now."

As soon as the Third Hokage finished speaking, Uchiha Yue guessed that it was Tsunade who had pressured the Third Hokage; otherwise, why would the Third Hokage have sought him out for a talk?

What truly troubled the Third Hokage wasn't Uchiha Yue, but rather Uchiha Yue, Tsunade was behind him. The fact that Tsunade could exert pressure on the Third Hokage indicated that she intended to target the Hyuga Clan. If Tsunade joined forces with the Tsunade Uchiha Clan to suppress the Hyuga Clan, who had become a rising power in Konoha, the Third Hokage would face numerous headaches. Therefore, the Third Hokage's primary purpose in speaking with Uchiha Yue was to address the Hyuga Clan.

In fact, in order to appease Uchiha Yue, the Third Hokage made him a very lucrative promise.

However, Uchiha Yue didn't dislike the Third Hokage's actions, since the Third Hokage hadn't threatened him; he was just making empty promises.

Immediately afterwards...

The Third Hokage spoke with Uchiha Yue about the Anbu election, all to put Uchiha Yue at ease. Having received promises from the Third Hokage, Uchiha Yue felt no pressure. His next task was to pass the Anbu election exam. Therefore, after bidding farewell to the Third Hokage, Uchiha Yue Uchiha Yue himself entirely to training, both to improve his strength and to stand out in the Anbu election.

Soon, a month had passed, and the day for the Anbu election finally arrived!

To prepare for the Anbu election, Uchiha Yue spent another month preparing diligently, even earning Tsunade's approval. In Tsunade's view, Uchiha Yue was fully capable of serving in the Anbu. However, there were many unexpected events in the Anbu selection process, so before Uchiha Yue went to compete for the Anbu Uchiha Yue, Tsunade specifically instructed him on many things to pay attention to.

After hearing Tsunade's instructions, Uchiha Yue Tsunade remembered them very carefully.

After all, as one of the Tsunade Sannin, Tsunade knew better than Uchiha Yue what kind of preparations were needed for the Anbu election.

Therefore, listening to Tsunade's advice will only benefit Uchiha Yue's Anbu selection process, and will not cause any harm.

The Anbu selection exam wasn't held at the Ninja Academy like the Chunin Ninja Exams, but at the training grounds of Konoha. First, Uchiha Yue needed to go to the training grounds to assemble, where elite ninjas who wanted to compete for Anbu gathered. After Uchiha Yue and all the Anbu candidates arrived there, Jiraiya, the chief examiner for this year's Anbu selection, would conduct the exams for Uchiha Yue and the elite Anbu candidates. After passing several rounds of exams, Uchiha Yue would qualify for promotion to Anbu.

Arriving at the training ground alone, Uchiha Yue had made ample preparations.

However, Uchiha Yue never expected to see that familiar figure at the location where the Anbu election was being held!

"Moon, you've finally arrived!"

Upon seeing Uchiha Yue arrive, Hyuga Anya's face lit up with a smile. She walked straight up to him and said with a smile, "Uchiha Yue, it's only been a month, and you seem to have gotten even stronger. Hehe, didn't expect that, did you! I've also passed the clan's selection and am going to run for Anbu! It was my regret that I couldn't take the Chunin Ninja Exams with you back then! Now, we finally have the chance to take the exams together and run for Anbu!"

"Anya, you..."

Undoubtedly, Uchiha Yue had no idea that Hyuga Anya Anbu his sake. Then, just as Uchiha Yue was about to say something to Hyuga Anya, he suddenly noticed that the other Hyuga Clan members running for Anbu were all looking at him with hostility. Immediately, upon realizing the unfriendly gazes, Uchiha Yue distanced himself from Hyuga Anya and said calmly, "Ana, if we're running for Anbu together, it means we're rivals."

"Therefore, don't talk too much with your opponents; it won't do you any good."

With that, Uchiha Yue took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I'm going to rest now. You can go back now!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Uchiha Yue ignored Hyuga Anya and went straight to the side to rest. Seeing Uchiha Yue's attitude, Hyuga Anya knew that he still intended to distance himself. Especially after the words of the Uchiha Yue Hyuga Clan ninja beside her when Hyuga Anya returned to the Hyuga Clan's ninja gathering place, Hyuga Anya felt even more bitter.

"Anya, since you and Uchiha Yue are both running for the Anbu, then don't act too close."

"Remember your mission. Your purpose in running for the Anbu is to defeat Uchiha Yue!"

"If you can defeat Uchiha Yue, Anya, your status within the clan will improve significantly!"

"So, keep up the good work, Anya!"

"Defeating Uchiha Yue is your sole objective in running for the Anbu!"