Issei Appears, a Stunning Reversal!

Uchiha Soujin looked surprised, whether from astonishment that Chiho dared to challenge the clan leader's authority in public, or from surprise that she could gain so much support.

Or, it could be both.

Uchiha Soujin never had a particularly good impression of his younger sister, but he didn't hate her either.

Chiho was his father's illegitimate daughter with another woman, and because of his mother, Uchiha Soujin naturally couldn't be close to her.

In particular, her weak and introverted personality was what made a strong-willed person like Uchiha Soujin dislike her the most.

But unexpectedly, after his grandfather died, his younger sister seemed to become a different person, becoming smart and capable, and gaining the recognition of many clansmen.

However, Uchiha Soujin never expected that she would dare to publicly criticize Fugaku and guarantee that she could be a good clan leader and handle the conflicts between the clan and the higher-ups.

Uchiha couldn't help but look at his younger sister with new respect, wanting to see what method she could use to resolve this conflict.

In his view, the conflict between the Uchiha Clan and the village seemed to be a dead end, with significant internal divisions within the clan.

Compromising with the higher-ups would not grant him the power he deserved, a fact Uchiha Soujin was well aware of, but launching a coup was also virtually impossible.

Although there is a struggle between Radical Faction and Conservative Faction within the Uchiha Clan, there is no fundamental conflict between the two.

The Radical Faction ' main goal is to get a bigger slice of the pie from the village, not to take it all for themselves. This is something the Uchiha, no matter how strong, cannot do, even if they win the Uchiha Hokage position, the biggest slice of the pie.

But once force and a coup are used, the nature of the situation changes completely.

However, if one wants to quickly satisfy the demands of the Radical Faction, force is the fastest and most effective way.

The Conservative Faction are actually quite similar to the Radical Faction. This group of clansmen are complacent about the existing authority of the Uchiha. On the one hand, they think that the power of the Police Force is not great enough, but on the other hand, they are proud of the power of the Uchiha and the Police Force. In order to maintain this authority, the Police Force maintains a condescending attitude towards other villagers and ninjas and does not allow anyone to offend the authority of the Uchiha.

As Conservative Faction, Fugaku was clearly aware of this, which is why he firmly chose to resolve the issue through negotiations with the higher-ups.

Even if Fugaku agreed with the Radical Faction and used force and a coup to coerce the higher-ups, and succeeded, this part of the Conservative Faction would not actually turn to the Radical Faction. Instead, they would become even more intoxicated by the strength of the Uchiha Clan after gaining more power through a coup, and would not allow anyone else to offend the clan's authority.

The Conservative Faction wanted Fugaku to become the Fifth Hokage, but their goal was not simply to get a bigger slice of the pie, as the Radical Faction thought. Instead, they wanted the Uchiha Clan to be the sole ruler of Konoha.

Conservative Faction are more greedy and less willing to share their benefits with others than Radical Faction. Even if Fugaku becomes Hokage, it will only worsen the Uchiha Clan's situation.

The Uchiha was very powerful, but the reason why Konoha was the strongest in the Shinobi World was because all the clans were united.

Without a popular base, if Fugaku becomes Hokage, the Conservative Faction will become increasingly arrogant, making other people in Konoha even more resistant to the Uchiha.

The Uchiha was strong, but not strong enough to command the complete respect of all the Konoha Ninja Clan.

This is no longer the era of the First and Madara.

As the clan head, Fugaku could only try to maintain a stable situation. The higher-ups would not allow the Radical Faction to achieve their goals easily, and Fugaku was also worried that the Conservative Faction would destroy the clan. What the Uchiha Clan needed was a hawkish leader who was ambitious and enterprising, not a strong person who would push the Uchiha to the brink of destruction for the sake of profit.

"Fugaku- kun, as the clan head, has indeed failed in his duties. Five years have passed since the Fourth Hokage fell into a coma. None of the conditions promised to the Uchiha Clan during the Fourth Hokage Hokage's tenure have been fulfilled. The current leadership bears responsibility, and you, Fugaku- kun, also bear an inescapable responsibility."

After a long period of contemplation, Uchiha Soujin suddenly spoke.

"Sōnin?" Fugaku was startled. Although he was a representative of the Conservative Faction and Sōnin was a representative of the Radical Faction, the two had had many close exchanges and knew the crux of the Uchiha problem. Therefore, they had agreed to work together for the sake of the Uchiha. But now it seemed that Sōnin had gone back on his word.

"Since we are changing the clan leader, I recommend Munehito-kun to be the clan leader. He is the eldest grandson of Lord Hayato and has inherited Hayato's will. Back when Lord Hayato was alive, both Danzo and the Third Hokage treated our Uchiha Clan with respect. They would never treat us so perfunctorily as they do now."

One of Uchiha Hayato's former subordinates suggested it.

"I agree. It was Hayato- Hayato who overruled everyone's objections when Fugaku- kun became the clan head. Now that he has failed Hayato's expectations, he should relinquish the position of clan head and let Munehito succeed him."

"Agreed, Zongren-jun is the most suitable candidate for clan leader!"

Radical Faction Uchiha echoed their sentiments, believing that Uchiha Soujin, who stood up for Danzo during the White Fang incident and publicly contradicted Danzo, was the most principled Uchiha.

Only those Uchiha who are unafraid of the tyranny of their superiors can lead the Uchiha in resisting their suppression.

With dozens of Uchiha ninjas who had Sharingan, nearly two-thirds of them agreed to replace the clan leader, making the situation essentially irreversible.

The Uchiha Clan alone has one or two thousand members, with more than three hundred of Chunin. These dozens of Uchiha represent all the ninjas and ordinary Uchiha civilians.

It was inevitable that Fugaku would be dismissed.

However, the question of who should serve as the new clan leader proved difficult for everyone.

Because in terms of the number of supporters, Uchiha Soujin had the most.

However, judging from the quality of the support, Shisui, a top-tier Uchiha member, firmly supported Chiho, and if Issei hadn't defected, he would probably have supported Chiho as well.

Basically, the majority of the new generation of Uchiha, around 16 years old, support Chiho. They hope to start anew and lead the Uchiha away from Konoha, so they won't have to suffer in Konoha.

However, these people make up a relatively small percentage of the Uchiha population. The older generation of Uchiha, whether Radical Faction or Conservative Faction, all wanted to stay in Konoha, which is a major premise.

"Brother, are you going to compete with me for the position of clan leader?"

Just as everyone was arguing about who should be the clan leader, Chiho suddenly turned her head and looked at Uchiha Soujin. Her dark and beautiful eyes suddenly turned scarlet, and three Tomoe were evenly distributed in her iris.

Then, to everyone's astonishment, the three Tomoe converged towards the pupil, transforming into a Sakura Pattern pattern.

"What?!"

"How is this possible?"

"This is... the Mangekyō Sharingan?"

"Chiho has awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan!"

The Uchiha attending the clan meeting were immediately shocked. Many of them subconsciously activated their Sharingan. In an instant, most of the dozens of Uchiha present had their eyes turn blood red, with some Single Tomoe, Double Tomoe, and some having Three-Tomoe.

The crowd exchanged bewildered glances, seemingly unable to believe their eyes. The Uchiha Clan actually had a second member with the Mangekyō Sharingan.

"Chiho has also awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, and with the clan leader's Mangekyo Eye Power, even if we launch a coup and directly declare war on the higher-ups, we will have a very high chance of winning!"

Immediately, a member of the Uchiha brought up the issue of a coup.

The crowd was burning with excitement. They had lost Issei Kage Level powerhouse, but gained an even stronger Chiho, and a pair of Mangekyō Sharingan. Why bother talking to the higher-ups? Let's just start fighting!

Seeing the fanatical expressions on the faces of his clansmen, Shisui secretly rejoiced. Fortunately, only Issei knew that he had awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan. If these clansmen knew that there was a third pair of Mangekyō Sharingan in the clan, they would probably be even more frenzied.

"Issei is right. The problems at the higher-ups are significant, but the Uchiha has considerable internal issues. Can a group of Uchiha members who only obey the strong truly coexist peacefully with others in Konoha?"

Shisui couldn't help but feel confused.

"Chiho, I never expected you to be so well hidden!" Uchiha Soujin activated his Three-Tomoe Sharingan. As he stared at Chiho, he could feel the powerful Eye Power emanating from Chiho, a qualitative difference.

Looking at the smile on Chiho's face, Uchiha Soujin felt a pang of bitterness in his heart. He had always wanted to defy the fate arranged by his grandfather and did not regard Chiho as an opponent or enemy. However, he never expected that it was Chiho who truly did not take him seriously.

The innocent and introverted Chiho of the past has changed, or rather, she has been hiding it all along.

"For the prosperity of the Uchiha, it is essential to conceal one's strength. If the higher-ups knew that I had also awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, they probably wouldn't be able to sleep well!" Chiho said with a faint smile. "I'll ask you one more time, brother, do you really want to compete with me for the position of clan leader?"

"Even if you awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan, it only proves your strength, not your ability to lead a clan," Uchiha Soujin said in a deep voice.

The Uchiha Clan has always revered the strong. The clan leader may not be the strongest, but he is definitely one of the best among the clan leaders.

After Fugaku revealed that he possessed the Mangekyō Sharingan, many of his clansmen who were initially opposed to him changed their attitudes. If the higher-ups hadn't consistently failed to make any substantial concessions, the Uchiha problem might have been gradually resolved during his tenure, and the Uchiha Clan would have maintained basic stability. But now, Chiho also possesses the Mangekyō Sharingan.

Many Radical Faction members who support Uchiha Soujin have already sided with Chiho.

Since Chiho is Hayato's granddaughter, she is equally capable of taking on important responsibilities. If she stops thinking about leaving Konoha, which is an unrealistic idea, a considerable number of the Uchiha Clan will be willing to support her.

"What if I added my support?"

A gentle voice suddenly rang out inside the Shrine.

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound, but couldn't find the person who had spoken. The room fell silent, and everyone looked at each other in bewilderment.

"Issei?!" Shisui suddenly stood up, his expression a mixture of surprise and delight. He was delighted because he recognized Issei's voice so well; it was definitely Issei's voice. However, he was surprised because Issei had become a rogue ninja of Konoha and still dared to appear here.

At this moment, to everyone's astonishment, the Wood Spirit Avatar, "Uchiha Issei," slowly solidified like a phantom and appeared in the Shrine.

"Genjutsu?"

"Body Flicker Technique?"

The Uchiha Clan members who had awakened their Sharingan were also somewhat stunned; the way "Uchiha Issei" made his appearance was far too unexpected.

"Uchiha Issei" came to the front of everyone.

"Issei, do you know that you have been listed as S-Rank Missing-nin by the village?! If the Anbu finds you here now, the consequences will be unimaginable."

One of the Uchiha spoke up, "The crime of harboring rogue ninjas is too grave!"

"What consequences will there be?" Uchiha Issei asked in return. "I was attacked while on a mission and was unconscious for half a year, which is why I did not notify the village."

To label me a rogue ninja on mere fabricated grounds—it's utterly ridiculous that you, the Konoha High-Level, would even attempt to compromise with such people!

"Konoha like this is better left untouched!"

"This matter should be explained to the higher-ups, I believe it," Fugaku said quickly.

"On my way back, I was attacked by Anbu Ninja. I personally killed four Anbu. Whether these people were Danzo's men or the Third Hokage's men, the higher-ups will not give in easily. Fugaku, I am different from you. I will not compromise with the higher-ups!" Uchiha Issei interrupted Fugaku.

The reason Shiraha sent "Uchiha Issei" back was to stabilize the situation. Now that the time is ripe, he needs some time to build a spell model, learn new spells, and consolidate his strength after advancing to level two.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Issei, the Wood Spirit Avatar who also obtained the same Mangekyo Dojutsu, had completed the transplantation of both the Scorch Release and Ice Style bloodlines. His strength was now comparable to that of a top -Kage Level, and he could even put up First Shinobi World War against the Five Kage of the Era.

Sending Uchiha Issei Konoha would provide sufficient protection in terms of military strength.

Since Nagato's capture, Obito and Zetsu have become much more subdued, making this the perfect time to deal with the Uchiha problem.

"With my vote, Chiho should have no problem becoming the clan leader!"

"Uchiha Issei" said in a deep voice. His originally dark eyes had turned crimson, and the three Tomoe in his irises had disappeared, replaced by a pattern of multiple overlapping triangles, which looked a bit like an inverted pyramid made of building blocks.

"The Mangekyō Sharingan?!"

"What? Issei has also awakened his Sharingan?"

"How is this possible?"

The people in the room were shocked.

The number of Uchiha were able to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan is among the very few in the entire history of the Uchiha Clan.

Apart from the early Warring States period, when there are records of several Uchiha Clan possessing the Mangekyō Sharingan, very few Uchiha Clan members awakened their Sharingan during the several hundred years that followed.

By the end of the Warring States period, the simultaneous awakening of the Mangekyō Sharingan by the brothers Uchiha Madara and Uchiha Izuna was a major event that brought joy to the entire Uchiha Clan.

If Fugaku hadn't revealed the fact that he had awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, the Uchiha clan members would have only been able to glimpse the power of the Mangekyo through ancient texts.

Awakening the Mangekyo means that one is fundamentally different from other Uchiha.

Chiho alone could only maintain a balance with the Fugaku clan leader, but with the addition of "Uchiha Issei," the balance was completely broken.

At that moment, following Issei's gaze, Shisui suddenly activated his Sharingan as well. To everyone's astonishment, his Three-Tomoe Sharingan transformed into a four-cornered windmill pattern.

I'm numb!

The Uchiha in the arena were all stunned!

"Shisui!"

"I never expected someone like you, who looks so honest, to be like this."

The Uchiha Clan actually possesses four pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan!

Let alone a coup, even if they really became independent, they would probably be able to establish the Six Great Ninja Villages and stand on equal footing with the other Five Great Shinobi Villages.

"Who agrees to let Chiho become the clan head? Who opposes it? Those who agree, please state your position."

As soon as "Uchiha Issei" finished speaking, he and Shisui simultaneously raised their watches in agreement.

I agree!

"I agree!"

"Agree!"

This time, more than two-thirds of the tribesmen expressed their support, and their expressions were very firm, with a fanatical look on their faces.

Even among the Conservative Faction who supported Fugaku, a considerable number chose to support Chiho.

How can you lose when you're standing on the same side as three pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan?