The Wave Country Incident Concludes

"Is this really okay? Mufeng, the village won't just sit idly by regarding the control of the bridge."

"Kakashi Hatake-sensei, I know you won't say anything, right? I just want to earn some pocket money. After all, training requires financial support, and you should know about the deep blood feud I carry."

Think about how in the original story, Konan used hundreds of billions of Explosive Tag to force Obito Uchiha to use Izanagi, sacrificing a Sharingan to gain a Rinnegan. Right, even a dozen Sharingan wouldn't be enough for Shimura Danzō.

But money is still crucial. Explosive Tag, Military Ration Pill, Kunai, and a pile of other training materials—which one doesn't cost money?

"This is tricky. The latest issue of Icha Icha Paradise... Cough, cough, sensei doesn't mean anything else, it's just that I'm a bit short on cash lately."

Kakashi Hatake's face flushed as he spoke, and he scratched his head in embarrassment. Mufeng Uchiha simply waved his hand and placed the money directly into his palm.

"Rest assured, Mufeng. I know what can and cannot be said in the mission report."

After years of getting along, the bond between them goes without saying. As long as it doesn't harm Konoha, if Mufeng Uchiha wants to be greedy for money, then so be it; it's for the sake of revenge, after all. This is Mufeng Uchiha's choice, and he only wants to protect Konoha.

On the road, Sasuke Uchiha was extremely excited. During the battle with Yuki Haku, he successfully activated the Sharingan hidden in his bloodline, which gave him the illusion that he had surpassed Mufeng Uchiha.

Once he gets back, he must make Mufeng Uchiha willingly call him "big brother," and then find that man to take revenge!

"Hey, after we get our mission reward later, let's go eat at Ichiraku Ramen together. I, the great Naruto Uzumaki, am treating!"

As soon as he returned to the village, Naruto Uzumaki proposed this to everyone.

Having just fought side-by-side, they naturally agreed to the request.

Yet, even after returning to the village, Mufeng Uchiha's thoughts remained in the Land of Waves. He had invested all of Gato's wealth into the Land of Waves, which he viewed as the starting point for his future development.

With Gato's operation, he didn't need to worry about the bridge. Under the control of his Blood Style, he ensured Zabuza Momochi and Yuki Haku would behave, and with the military defense in place, there was no need to worry too much.

"With the Land of Waves as a backing, if I ever have to leave Konoha, I'll have a place to stay. Konoha has no room for the Uchiha."

Throughout these years of life, even though he had shown how much he possessed the Will of Fire, he had never truly gained the trust of Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others.

Indeed, he had obtained Tobirama Senju's Water Style notes over the years, but it was only a small portion; most of it he had figured out on his own.

Only by having his own organization could he face fewer restrictions and have more confidence in dealing with Shimura Danzō.

Back in the village, Kakashi Hatake went to the Hokage office to report the mission details, while the four of them went to Ichiraku Ramen first.

"The ramen here is super delicious! Old Man Ichiraku's craft is the best in all of Konoha!"

"Haha, Naruto, no matter how nicely you talk, I won't give you a discount."

"I'm just stating facts, Old Man Ichiraku."

Naruto Uzumaki and Ichiraku chatted and laughed, looking just like a happy grandfather and grandson.

"Mufeng, I've awakened the Sharingan. Tonight, let me properly test your strength to see if you've been slacking off lately."

After learning he had awakened the Sharingan, all Sasuke Uchiha could think about was defeating Mufeng Uchiha and making him obediently bow his head to call him "big brother."

"Another day. I have other matters to attend to. You guys go ahead."

It had been a long time since he had exchanged pleasantries with his little brother Kabuto Yakushi; it was time to put the matter of the Hashirama Cells on the agenda.

Mufeng Uchiha finished his meal quickly and left, immediately sparking their curiosity. Mufeng-dage had rarely been with them lately—what exactly was he doing in secret?

"Boring. What's the point of following Mufeng? He probably just went to train."

"Sasuke, aren't you curious if Mufeng-dage is secretly practicing some secret technique?"

"Yeah, the amazing Breathing Style Mufeng taught us—how did he research those? Maybe he's hiding some special tricks. Aren't you curious, Sasuke?"

The topic of becoming stronger immediately piqued Sasuke Uchiha's interest, and the three of them began to secretly follow Mufeng Uchiha in unison.

Along the way, Mufeng Uchiha visited a general store, a toy store, and a clothing store, finally carrying large and small bags, looking exactly like someone out shopping.

"Sasuke, are you guys starting to stockpile supplies so early?"

Naruto Uzumaki didn't know how to cook, so he would always buy a pile of instant noodles to store at home so he wouldn't be afraid of being hungry.

Sasuke Uchiha ignored Naruto Uzumaki. Aside from daily necessities, these things were clearly toys that only children would need.

For the precocious trio, they quickly filled in the blanks: he always talked about revitalizing the Uchiha clan, but this guy was moving fast!

"Mufeng-ge, who usually looks so serious, would actually do something like this!"

The three of them immediately made up their minds to catch Mufeng Uchiha in the act.

"Brother Kabuto, I've come to see you again!"

Mufeng Uchiha arrived at the Konoha Orphanage carrying his bags, and sure enough, Kabuto Yakushi was there.

"You're here again, Brother Mufeng. Lord Orochimaru has already prepared the things you requested, but you'll need to leave the village to find him. And you've brought friends along."

With that, the three little ones behind Mufeng Uchiha were exposed, and they had no choice but to reveal themselves.

"So Mufeng-dage usually comes here to help out. Let's help too!"

Naruto Uzumaki wasn't embarrassed at all about being discovered and took the initiative to step forward and help.

Sasuke Uchiha snorted coldly, but being cold on the outside and warm on the inside, he also stepped up to help. Sakura Haruno apologized to Mufeng Uchiha first before taking the items from his hands.

The group remained silent, working together in the orphanage. Naruto Uzumaki acted like a child king in the middle, telling the children about the excitement of this escort mission.

Sasuke Uchiha stared at the children, and when they asked how to become a ninja, he took the initiative to teach them the Shuriken throwing technique.

Sakura Haruno kept sneaking glances at Sasuke, while a precocious child on the side teased her, asking if she liked Sasuke Uchiha.

Mufeng Uchiha and Kabuto Yakushi managed to steal a moment of leisure to confer.

"Rest assured, Lord Orochimaru will assist you with leaving the village; he guarantees you will walk out of the village with your head held high. It is getting late, Mufeng Uchiha, you should head back early."

After their brief exchange, the group prepared to return.

"Big Brother Mufeng, that's not fair! You didn't even invite us to something so meaningful. By the way, why did you want to come to the orphanage?"

"Pity, I suppose. Seeing them is like seeing ourselves—all of us are poor souls persecuted by war or who have lost loved ones to missions."

"If only there were no such murderous missions or wars. Big Brother Mufeng, do you have a way to stop them?"

"Fool. As long as the Five Great Nations exist, these missions will never disappear."

"Yeah, I guess that's true. So, we just need to make everyone one big family."

Before that happens, I need to ensure the two of you won't stand in my way in the future. Consider this a preventative measure.