Only Yu Can Save the Uchiha

"Young Clan Head, the formation techniques and elixirs you spoke of—they really exist!" When Yu voiced his thoughts, the young Uchiha present all stared in shock at the calm-faced boy.

Every throat bobbed as they swallowed hard.

"Naturally. Why would I lie about such a thing?"

A glimmer of wild ecstasy appeared in Uchiha Lieyang's eyes. He couldn't help but envision the future the Young Clan Head had painted: an Uchiha clan where everyone possessed the Mangekyo.

An Uchiha like that... just how strong would that Uchiha be? At this thought, Uchiha Lieyang looked at Yu with a sudden, nervous hesitation.

"Young Clan Head, are the materials required for those elixirs and formations expensive?"

Yu's lips curled into a faint smile. "Brother Lieyang, you need not doubt. Since I said the entire clan can reach the Mangekyo level, the cost of materials is naturally not an issue. However, to achieve our goal, we must all work together!"

"Yes! I shall go through fire and water for the Young Clan Head!" Uchiha Lieyang immediately lowered his head, his body trembling slightly.

The other clansmen were no different; every one of them looked at Yu with eyes burning with fanaticism.

"Very well! I understand everyone's feelings, but to keep this secret, there are certain things I must do." With that, Yu cast a sharp gaze over the clansmen present.

"Please, Young Clan Head, give your orders!" the Uchiha replied in unison, bowing their heads.

"Discretion is the key to success. Open your minds and do not resist." Yu then used his Divine Sense to condense several mysterious runes in the air.

"This matter requires your utmost secrecy. It is not that I do not trust you, but this concerns the very survival and prosperity of our clan. Once leaked, our clan will surely face the disaster of annihilation. This rune is both a control mechanism to prevent leaks and a protection for you. If anyone attempts to forcibly probe your mental memories using secret techniques, this will act as a Mental Bomb. You may die, but the enemy will die right along with you!"

"Do you have the resolve to sacrifice everything for the glorious revival of the Uchiha?"

Yu asked in a cold, indifferent tone.

"We are willing to die for the Young Clan Head!" A flicker of firm resolve flashed in their eyes.

"Good! Truly worthy of being the fine sons of the Uchiha. Rest assured, this rune only prevents you from leaking secrets; it has no power to control your lives." With a wave of his hand, Yu sent twelve runes into the minds of the young Uchiha.

Every Uchiha felt a sharp sting in their minds, but as they realized the true utility of the runes, their eyes became even more loyal and fanatical toward Yu.

This was far more than just a secrecy rune; it was a powerful mental-attack ninjutsu. Any Uchiha bearing this mark could launch three rapid mental shocks at an enemy through it, and the rune would grow stronger as their own mental power increased.

Once their mental strength improved in the future, the mental energy radiating from this rune alone would be enough to render enemies with weaker minds completely helpless.

At the same time, a golden vertical mark, similar to Yu's Eye of Truth-Breaking, appeared between their brows, though it was much fainter and smaller than his.

Yu felt quite pleased. These twelve people had each provided him with nearly a thousand Gratitude Points; it was a total win-win situation.

"Alright, Brother Lieyang, here is a list of materials. Buy what I need as soon as possible, and we shall meet here again in three days." Yu handed the list detailing the required quantities of Cinnabar and Yellow Talisman paper to Uchiha Lieyang.

Uchiha Lieyang solemnly took the list and read it over, tucking it into his pouch without a blink.

"Is there anything else you need, Young Clan Head?" Uchiha Lieyang looked at Yu with a hint of heartache.

Although the materials Yu needed were numerous, the cost of Cinnabar and Yellow Talisman paper was negligible. For the only grandson of an elder, it was merely pocket change.

Yet, he knew that the formation requiring tens of thousands of talismans and hundreds of pounds of Cinnabar was a massive undertaking. That this six-year-old boy had to handle it all alone made the hardship self-evident.

"Nothing for now. Later, if everyone has time, you can arrange for your relatives and friends to collect or grow the medicinal herbs I require. The clan's economy is tight right now, and many ordinary clansmen lack a good source of income. Once my father takes over the shops in the center of Konoha, I will refine some common elixirs to sell. The money earned will be paid to everyone at a set rate. I believe everyone's lives will gradually improve."

"Young Clan Head!" Everyone looked at the boy before them with teary eyes. It wasn't that they were being overly sentimental.

The Uchiha ninjas here were not all wealthy. Even though they were ninjas, who didn't have relatives or friends who were not?

Currently, it was difficult for the ninjas in the clan to make ends meet, let alone the ordinary Uchiha. They were barely scraping by, let alone living well.

If life were truly good, the Uchiha wouldn't have such a strong desire to rebel. The truth was that the current Konoha was going too far.

What they excluded was never just the Uchiha ninjas, but the entire Uchiha clan.

"Alright, stop acting like little girls. Do as I have instructed, and I believe every one of us in the Uchiha has a bright future. In the future, the entire Konoha will be ours!"

"Yes! Young Clan Head!" The youths' voices now trembled with excitement. They no longer felt lost about the future.

"Everyone, disperse! Remember to go back and train hard!" Yu waved his hand with a calm expression, though inside, he was trembling with excitement.

Damn it! Damn it! I've hit the jackpot again today! Yu found he was growing fonder of his clansmen; they had given him so much all at once. His Gratitude Points were about to explode!

Compared to his clones helping elderly people cross the street in Konoha, or helping villagers find lost cats and dogs, or working for free—earning ten or a hundred points at a time—he had just spoken a few words to his clansmen, and his points were already nearing fifty thousand. How long would he have to work to earn that much otherwise!

Watching his clansmen look back every few steps, Yu sighed to himself, Yes! We all have a bright future.

"Young Clan Head, let me walk you back!" Just as Yu was lost in the joy of his harvest, he saw Uchiha Lieyang looking at him with sincere eyes.

Yu couldn't help but shudder. "Brother Lieyang, that won't be necessary! I can make it back on my own."

"Young Clan Head, that won't do. Although you are very strong, it is inevitable that some blind fools in Konoha might cause you trouble. After all, there are some perverts in the village who target children. Recently, while working at the Military Police Force, I've had many villagers report their children missing!"

Uchiha Lieyang said with a grave expression.

Seeing Uchiha Lieyang so insistent, Yu found it hard to refuse. "Alright then, sorry to trouble you, Brother Lieyang!"

"Haha! It is my honor to escort the Young Clan Head." Uchiha Lieyang smiled honestly. He was now incredibly grateful that he had chosen to pledge his loyalty to this boy; everything felt like a dream.

He was now convinced that only Yu could save the Uchiha clan.