I Originally Wanted to Refuse, But They Gave Too Much

This proposal contained a detailed description of how to infiltrate the territory of the Uzumaki Clan, how to wreak havoc and inflict heavy losses upon them after infiltration, and the specific steps for a safe withdrawal from their lands.

There was even a second phase to the plan.

Uchiha Madara read through it repeatedly and carefully. Once he confirmed the feasibility of the proposal, he prepared to convene his first clan meeting since becoming clan head.

This revenge plan was written with such meticulous detail that it felt less like a proposal and more like an after-action report written after the mission had already succeeded.

The surprise his cousin had brought him was truly immense.

It would have been even better if his cousin could have been a ninja.

What a pity.

The thought that it would be wonderful if Uchiha Yang were a ninja surfaced in Uchiha Madara's mind once again, a notion that refused to fade.

It seemed he could no longer leave his cousin to his own devices; such a brilliant mind should not be buried.

Uchiha Madara stood in place, lost in thought for a long while, before finally reaching a decision in his heart.

One hour later.

Once the high-ranking members of the clan had gathered in the conference hall, Uchiha Madara took his seat at the head of the table.

Only clansmen possessing the Three-Tomoe Sharingan were qualified to attend this meeting; it was a true assembly of the entire leadership.

Seeing the clan head sitting with his eyes closed and remaining silent for a long time, several elders exchanged glances, wondering what was going on with him.

Uchiha Izuna, as Uchiha Madara's younger brother, naturally knew that his elder brother was actually waiting for their cousin to arrive.

He had also read that revenge plan against the Uzumaki Clan, and it was truly brilliant. Such a cousin should not be misunderstood as a good-for-nothing.

Therefore, he and his brother had made a decision that went against Uchiha Yang's wishes.

"Clan Head, shouldn't the meeting begin?"

Under the silent urging of the other elders, the Great Elder, Uchiha Sei, spoke up directly.

"The people haven't all arrived yet. Let us wait a moment longer."

Uchiha Madara replied with great patience.

"Not all arrived?"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the high-ranking members looked around at everyone present.

They wanted to see who was brave enough to be late for the first full meeting called by the new clan head—they certainly didn't fear being targeted for it.

Just then, Uchiha Yang pushed the door open and entered. Seeing Uchiha Madara staring at him, he sighed inwardly.

I gave you the revenge plan, and you actually claimed you couldn't understand it, forcing me to come and interpret it for you.

He had originally tried to refuse this task with every excuse possible; after all, he wanted to keep a low profile and didn't want his peaceful life to be disrupted.

But he never expected Uchiha Madara to do such a thing to him.

He had actually used money to test a cadre.

And which cadre could withstand such a test?

There was no helping it; Uchiha Madara had simply offered too much. What a spendthrift. He had no choice but to agree.

"Uchiha Yang, you performed a great service when the clan lands were attacked, but that is not a reason for you to enter here. This is not a place for you."

The Great Elder, Uchiha Sei, did not dislike Uchiha Yang—in fact, he was grateful that the boy had stepped up at a critical moment.

However, business was business; the clan's rules could not be broken.

This was a place only those with the Three-Tomoe Sharingan were qualified to enter.

"Understood."

Uchiha Yang wasn't about to talk back. If you say I can't come in, then I won't; I didn't want to be here anyway.

With that, Uchiha Yang turned to leave.

"Wait."

Uchiha Madara called out to him helplessly, stood up, walked over, grabbed him, and forcibly pressed him into the seat beside his own.

"Clan Head, this is against the rules."

The Second Elder, Uchiha Rei, was a woman and a very stubborn elder who placed great importance on clan regulations and possessed a rigid personality.

"I am the one who called him here. Rules are far less important than the prosperity of the clan. Furthermore, rules exist for the sake of that prosperity; if the clan rules ever become a stumbling block to our development, then we shall simply abolish them."

Uchiha Madara declared with great dominance that clan rules were things that could be broken; if they stood in the way of the clan's growth, then they were not worth keeping.

"Clan Head, rules are rules. How can they be changed so easily? If the clansmen follow your example, won't the clan fall into chaos?"

Uchiha Rei remained stubborn, her mind unchanged even by the fact that the person speaking was the clan head.

"I am the clan head. Who opposes my words?"

Seeing that his authority was being challenged, Uchiha Madara's expression darkened.

At this moment, Uchiha Yang felt as if he were seeing the seasoned Uchiha Madara of the future.

Lord Madara is truly imposing.

"Rei, I believe the Clan Head must have his own considerations. It wouldn't be too late to wait and see first."

"That's right, Rei. Let's just wait and see."

The Fourth Elder, Uchiha Fu, and the Fifth Elder, Uchiha Shi, were sensible people. Knowing that the Clan Head must have had a reason for his actions, they hurriedly persuaded Uchiha Rei to calm down.

"Fine. If the Clan Head doesn't provide a satisfactory answer, I will absolutely not let this matter rest."

Under the tugging of the two elders, Uchiha Rei sat down, though she remained very stubborn.

"Cousin, how did my older brother manage to persuade you? I asked him, but he wouldn't tell me."

After his cousin sat down, Uchiha Izuna asked in a low voice.

"Do you think I wanted to come? It was only because your brother offered a price I couldn't refuse," Uchiha Yang said helplessly.

He had many servants to support, and his daily living expenses were high; relying solely on the assets left behind by his parents was far from enough.

"Ah? That works too? Cousin, didn't you say you wanted to keep a low profile and live a peaceful life?"

Uchiha Izuna was completely dumbfounded, feeling as though his worldview was under attack.

"Life is not just about poetry and distant places; you also need money."

"Anyway, I'm just doing the job for the money. Once I'm done speaking, I'm leaving."

After saying this, Uchiha Yang switched to autopilot mode, directly summoning his Brain and Mouth.

He had taken the money, but he certainly wasn't going to do the work himself.

Hehe.

After Uchiha Madara signaled for everyone to quiet down, he took out the Revenge Plan and handed it directly to the Great Elder.

"This is the Revenge Plan that Yang stayed up all night to contribute to the clan. It contains a detailed record of how to take revenge on the Uzumaki Clan."

"The details in this plan are enough to prove Uchiha Yang's intelligence and talent."

"Our Uchiha Clan has never lacked power, but we are somewhat lacking in strategy. Once you have finished reading it, you will understand why I broke the rules."

As he spoke, Uchiha Madara did not forget to glance at the Second Elder; his words were aimed primarily at her.

Although she was stubborn, she did not rely on her seniority to act arrogant. She had always been diligent and conscientious in protecting the clan in her own way, and he held a certain amount of respect for her in his heart.

"Excellent!"

After reading it twice, the Great Elder exclaimed in excitement.

"Is it really that good?"

Uchiha Rei looked at him with disbelief, feeling that he was putting on a show, yet she couldn't find any evidence.

"See for yourself. Once you've finished reading, you won't say that anymore."