Yasakani no Magatama

After pacifying his subordinates, Uchiha Genmei exited the conference room and was preparing to head home. He hadn't even stepped out of the Police Force headquarters when an uninvited guest called out to him, claiming that Elder Kagami was waiting in his office to discuss something.

"What a nuisance. Understood, you may withdraw," he replied, then turned and headed toward Uchiha Kagami's office.

Before long, he stood before the familiar door, feeling a touch of sentimentality; he had been here once before, and now he was back again. Uchiha Kagami truly loved discussing matters in his office—he was just like his classmate, the Third Hokage, in that regard.

He pushed the door open and scanned the room. Uchiha Genmei said with some surprise, "Clan Head Koh is here too? I am quite curious as to what I could have possibly done to warrant such a formal reception."

A handsome, brown-haired middle-aged man nodded at Uchiha Genmei and spoke up, "Genmei-kun, you have done such a significant thing. Upon hearing you had returned to the Police Force, I, as the department head, had not yet left for home. Seeing that Kagami intended to summon you, I was overcome with curiosity and decided to come see for myself."

Uchiha Kagami, standing to the side, shook his head at Uchiha Koh's words and offered a helpless explanation, "Genmei-kun, did Setsuna-senpai suffer a great loss at your hands?"

Hearing this, he raised an eyebrow. Uchiha Genmei stated bluntly, "If you have something to say, just say it. There is no need for trivialities."

Upon hearing Genmei's words, Uchiha Kagami rubbed his fingers together, thinking for a moment as if he had reached a decision. He looked up, his face solemn, "Genmei-kun is truly straightforward. Then I shall speak plainly: stop what you are doing!"

The room fell into a cold silence. The lamp flames flickered, and the tense atmosphere coiled around everyone present like a venomous snake.

Uchiha Kagami and Uchiha Koh stood by the window, watching Uchiha Genmei's retreating figure.

"Lord Koh, let us join forces."

"Join forces? Do you have any idea what you are saying, Kagami!"

Thinking back to his conversation with Uchiha Genmei just moments ago, Uchiha Kagami felt a chill run down his spine. Never before in this world had anyone explained the essence of war so thoroughly! Not even his own teacher! That terrifying brat was right. The essence of war was the continuation of politics, with the ultimate goal of securing political status and economic interests.

Unlike the "theory of hatred" that ninjas currently held as absolute truth, these words were like a revelation, opening up a new horizon for him. What saddened him was that a person with such foresight was only focused on a single clan! Look at that detestable brat—what was it he said? He was only striving for the development of his clan? Family, state, world; family first, state second?

Absurd! What was this about "regulating the family, governing the state, and bringing peace to the world"? First regulate and prosper the clan, then consider the village, and finally consider the ninja world? The logic was sound; honestly, he felt this theory was more advanced than any other. But if he acknowledged these things, where would that leave the "Will of Fire" that had been passed down for three generations? That brat was far too dangerous!

At this thought, he fixed a fierce gaze upon Uchiha Koh.

In a cold voice, he said, "Uchiha Genmei's way of thinking is too dangerous, Lord Clan Head!"

Uchiha Koh stood frozen for a moment, wondering what would happen if they continued to follow Genmei's ideology.

Would the clan grow stronger?

He did not know.

But the balance of Konoha would undoubtedly be shattered.

Now, reflecting on that brat's terrifying ideas, he had to admit they were indeed correct.

But just because something was correct, did it need to be pursued?

Not necessarily.

Having lived through the Warring States period and the Great Ninja War, what he needed was a peaceful and stable life.

He did not like change.

The image of that peerless man flashed through his mind.

He let out a long sigh:

"How did it come to this?"

Facing the lingering glow of the setting sun, Uchiha Genmei walked home, gazing at the sky until the final trace of blood-red light vanished.

He sighed inwardly.

He was already so powerful that there had been no need to hide anything from Senior Kagami and Senior Koh.

He had spoken his mind freely, witnessing firsthand the shift in their expressions from shock to composure.

He knew they would essentially stand in opposition to him.

Uchiha Kagami—a mediocre man who made no waves in the original history of his past life.

Uchiha Koh—a mere watchdog, unworthy of counsel.

The rampant use of Izanagi within the clan was truly troublesome; he certainly did not want all their jonin to end up as one-eyed men.

What was to be done?

He stood there for a moment, deep in thought.

He sighed:

"If only I could brainwash them in an instant."

A flash of inspiration struck.

Brainwash them in an instant?

He had it!

The next morning, the atmosphere at the breakfast table was somewhat stifling.

Setting down her bowl and chopsticks, Uchiha Chiri spoke directly.

"Genmei-kun, I will always stand behind you, no matter what lies ahead."

Swallowing his food, Uchiha Genmei looked into the young girl's determined eyes.

He smiled slightly:

"Thank you, Chiri. Lord Koh must have said something to you last night."

"Yes."

He noticed the worry etched between her brows.

He comforted her:

"It's alright. Trust me, Chiri."

After finishing breakfast.

He walked to the Konoha Library.

After searching for a long time.

He found the scroll he needed among the historical records of the Sarutobi clan.

"I knew it. The Senju clan, who control the position of Hokage, wouldn't keep their shameful history here."

"But the allied Sarutobi clan likely just treats it as a storybook, placing it here to fill up the shelves."

"Tsk tsk... it's written so mystically."

No wonder that chuunibyou who made sand-sculpture games and that scientist who couldn't get funding were able to obtain information so easily. If it was placed in the library as a storybook, it would be a miracle if they couldn't find it.

Those two, who developed games with their feet, took a gamble on a hunch and actually succeeded.

He put away the scroll.

On the way back.

Uchiha Genmei fell into deep thought.

Because her ability, 'Yachihoko', was too heaven-defying, Uchiha Hikari had her name stripped by the clan and was trained as a decisive weapon.

Tsk tsk...

The Uchiha of that time were truly insane, treating one of their own Mangekyo users like that, and a young girl at that.

The Uchiha of today are just as arrogant and conceited because of Izanagi.

If Senju Tobirama could break through dimensions from his past life.

He would probably blurt out: "Speak, haters!"

He shook off the chaotic thoughts.

'Yachihoko' is truly a troublesome ability.

That girl stated it plainly in the plot.

When she was sealed.

She hated the Uchiha to the core.

She hated this world.

Trying to make use of her is going to be troublesome; since he is an Uchiha, she would likely hit him with something big the moment the seal is broken.

It seems he will have to invest some capital.

He returned home.

He sat cross-legged on the bed.

Uchiha Genmei made up his mind.

Divine Blade, aid me!

His heaven-defying comprehension allowed him to have an epiphany.

A moment later.

"It's done!"

Looking at the new skill on his panel.

He felt nothing but immense satisfaction.

The information for Susanoo on the panel had changed.

Sharingan: LV5 (Super Kage)

Susanoo (Spirit Weapons - Tsumugari Great Blade, Divine Sake Gourd, Yasakani no Magatama)

Aura: 26

Yasakani no Magatama

It is a protective spirit weapon that can defend against any attack that invades the mind and soul.

Spending fifty Aura was a bit painful, but considering techniques that can alter the mind like Izanami, Kotoamatsukami, and Yachihoko.

Uchiha Genmei still felt it was worth it.

Everything is ready; all that's missing is the east wind.

A few days later.

Inside a cave leading downward.

"Lord Genmei, why does this feel like listening to a storybook? It's been hundreds of years; even if she was sealed, she should have turned to dust by now."

Hearing Uchiha Naka's confusion.

Uchiha Genmei, who was in front, turned his head.

He responded:

"Watch closely. The Senju's sealing techniques are learned from the Uzumaki; they are not to be underestimated."

In the cave where runes covered the ground, the core of a seal was revealed.

"We've arrived. Prepare to undo the seal."