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And this is also a choice to better integrate into the village.
Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Third Tsuchikage Onoki seems to admire Shōji very much. Leaving the family in the hands of Shōji is definitely a choice that has more pros than cons. What's more,, in Fugaku's view, there are no disadvantages at all. If Uchiha Clan wants to usher in a new life, it must learn to break the old concepts and rules. Why was it difficult for the clan to move forward in Konoha before? It even evolved to the point of facing the crisis of genocide?
Isn't it because those in high-level positions of power are too self-contained and always bound by rules, but now the clan has finally ushered in a real leader, a being who has both strength and capacity, and synchronized thinking. So what if he is younger?
Young talents represent infinite possibilities. This is not only the view of Fugaku, but also the common view of the three elders Sōgen, Genran and Chie. For example, before the First Clan left Konoha, it was impossible for the older generation of the Uchiha Clan to agree with such a decision. After experiencing such a huge change, their ideas have also undergone great changes.
People cannot limit themselves or forcibly restrain themselves!
Shōji is Uchiha Clan's best and most suitable candidate for the clan leader now. This is the best reason to put it on the surface. Of course, Fugaku himself still has some words that he has not said yet. Even though the clan has ushered in a new life, the previous difficulties are still due to his inaction as a clan leader!
He is a sinner of the clan. He almost caused the clan to embark on an irreversible path. He is not qualified to continue to lead the clan. Although it does not mean that he can wash away this guilt by resigning as the clan leader, but at least this must be the first step of 'atonement'!
I will spend the rest of my life paying for the remaining guilt!
Fugaku's face showed a very determined look at this moment.
"Yes, Shōji, what this clan needs now is your leadership!"
"Whether it's the previous breakaway plan or the subsequent joining of Iwagakure, you are in charge of all this. Your strength and your capacity are enough to shoulder this responsibility!"
"What's more, now you and Lord Third are the closest to each other in the clan. For you to serve as the leader of the clan is the best choice for the clan and the village!"
The three elders Chie, Genran, and Sōgen also spoke one after another and said that this is not just the opinion of the older generation of the clan, it can be said that even if it is the opinion of Shōji who has been mentioned before, E's clan members who are still a little dissatisfied will not deny Shōji's excellence and contribution to the clan. When it comes to the position of clan leader, Shōji's only flaw is his age, he is only 16 years old. (Strictly speaking, I am only 15 years old. After all, my birthday has not passed yet.)
But these are insignificant in the face of the real big rights and wrongs. Shōji has proven his excellence, so why worry about these problems that are not problems at all?,
"Hiss... Huh..."
Looking at the serious expressions of Fugaku, Sōgen, Genran, and Chie, Shōji Taking a deep breath, he slowly calmed down his somewhat shocked emotions, and his pupils regained their clarity. Facing the eyes of the four people, Shōji said with the same serious look, "I understand that the patriarch and the various The elder said so, but now is still not the most appropriate time, ah, Elder Sōgen, don't worry, I'm not trying to shirk, but the village has just held an expanded Jōnin Squad meeting, chaired by Lord Tsuchikage personally, to announce a very important order, which is related to the next major trends in the village. Therefore, it is not suitable for our clan to make any changes now!"
Seeing Elder Sōgen seems to want to say something.
Shōji quickly waved his hand and continued.
"Eh? Important matter?"
Fugaku, Chie, Sōgen, and Genran looked at each other, with varying degrees of astonishment showing on their faces.
"Yes, Lord Third has decided to restart Southward Strategy, targeting Northern Fortress of Sunagakure. Although it does not intend to start a full-scale war, it is after all Many things in the war between the two villages cannot be decided unilaterally, and I myself was appointed by Lord Tsuchikage as the deputy commander of the front line this time. In three days, I will lead the first advance troops to the border area between the two countries!"
"I originally planned to talk to the clan leaders and elders immediately after I came back. After all, in this battle, our clan also needs to send more than a dozen clansmen to the front line according to the proportion!"
Shōji nodded slightly and said with a very stern expression.
"Southward Strategy? Sunagakure?"
"Are you going to capture that Northern Fortress? Choose this time?"
"This?"
Shōji didn't say anything, but it made Fugaku, Sōgen and others on the opposite side even more surprised, because from their perspective, starting a war at this period does not seem to be a very suitable opportunity, right?
"Yes, mainly because..."
Anyway, this is not a secret, and Shōji also believes in the character of his family head and elders, so he explained everything about his Snow Country mission, Chakra Armor and so on in a concise and comprehensive manner.
The three major intentions contained in Southward Strategy are more or less pointed out.
The vision of Fugaku, Sōgen and others is not too low. When Shōji explained it, they understood everything almost instantly. At that moment, the four of them nodded slowly.
"To put it this way, it's really not very appropriate."
Fugaku said with a slight sigh.
"Haha, there is no need to be so hasty, Patriarch, after all, I am still young, right? We still need to bother the Patriarch and several elders to take care of things in the clan. It is not a time of calm yet. We Uchiha Clan need to be more stable not only externally, but also internally!"
Shōji said with a slight smile.
Seeing Shōji like this, Fugaku also smiled and shook his head. He had prepared many excuses at the beginning, ready to be used when Shōji tried to shirk, but he didn't expect that his words would block all the subsequent words of these people.
However, this is indeed not a deliberate shirk, but this is really the current situation.
The three elders Sōgen, Genran, and Chie looked solemn and determined at the beginning, but after what Shōji said, they all relaxed.
Since it's not a coincidence, then naturally we can't force it.
"Then let's let this matter go for a while, but we will still let the family have some ventilation first. In this case, the succession will be smoother in the future."
Fugaku obviously still hopes that Shōji can take over the position of clan leader earlier. This is a direct "throw" on his face, making Shōji a little bit dumbfounded.
"Yes, I understand, patriarch!"
At this moment, all I could do was nod Responded with a hint of helplessness and amusement.