Unable to Let Go Completely

Upon hearing Yun Yan's resounding words, Itachi Uchiha's eyes shone brighter than ever. He understood, he understood everything!

The Will of Fire itself is not the problem; the problem lies with those who use Will of Fire. To achieve their own selfish interests and satisfy their own desires, they have turned the Will of Fire into something else entirely!

Having fully grasped this point, Itachi Uchiha's previously conflicted feelings instantly lifted, and the source of his inner turmoil was resolved. He couldn't help but look at Yun Yan with extreme admiration:

"So that's how it is. I didn't expect it to be like this. Thinking about it carefully, it really makes sense. As expected of Senior Yun Yan."

Seeing Itachi Uchiha's expression, Yun Yan scoffed disdainfully, showing no improvement in his attitude despite the praise.

"Now you truly deserve to be called Senior Yun Yan?"

You know, the last time we met, we didn't have a very pleasant conversation. You didn't really approve of me, and you might have even considered me an enemy back then."

Upon hearing Yun Yan's words, Itachi Uchiha was taken aback. He immediately racked his brains, recalling the last time he met Yun Yan.

In fact, the so-called last meeting with Yun Yan was the first time Itachi Uchiha met Yun Yan.

That meeting took place at Itachi Uchiha's house. Later, they went to the training ground for a sparring session. After the sparring, they couldn't agree on anything and left. At that time, Itachi Uchiha really harbored a strong animosity towards Yun Yan, regarding him as a potential threat to Konoha.

However, it was all because Itachi Uchiha wasn't thinking clearly at the time.

Now that he's clear-headed, and recalling Yun Yan back then, Itachi Uchiha's mind isn't as radical anymore.

Moreover, upon closer reflection, Itachi Uchiha realized that even Yun Yan clearly stated that while the Will of Fire wasn't inherently problematic, he didn't agree with Will of Fire; he was, in essence, a selfish person.

If it were before, Itachi Uchiha would have already lost his temper upon hearing this, and would have been furious with Yun Yan.

But now that he has fully regained his senses, Itachi Uchiha suddenly realized that he has become much more magnanimous and did not do anything to Yun Yan just because Yun Yan did not agree with the Will of Fire.

Of course, Itachi Uchiha was also somewhat helpless. He looked at Yun Yan helplessly, feeling that this powerful figure was really hard to deal with.

Uchiha Fugaku, who had been mostly silent, glanced at Yun Yan with a hint of gratitude after seeing how Yun Yan comforted his eldest son.

As the saying goes, no one knows a son better than his father, and he knew his beloved son Itachi Uchiha, all too well.

He also knew that although his son Itachi Uchiha, had regained his senses and realized what was happening, he still had some inner conflicts.

I never expected that Yun Yan could untangle my son's knot in just a few words. He's truly worthy of being called a man.

Uchiha Fugaku was relieved, but for some reason, his son Itachi Uchiha suddenly became stubborn again. He thought of something and looked at Yun Yan with a hint of doubt.

Yun Yan showed no politeness and directly rebuked Itachi Uchiha:

"Speak your mind, or shut up. Why are you staring at me like that, like a woman? It's disgusting!"

Itachi Uchiha's forehead creased with exasperation. Having been scolded for acting like a girl, he helplessly voiced the question that had just crossed his mind:

"It's nothing, I'm just acting a little strange."

"Senior Yun Yan, I always felt that you disliked me before, but why are you willing to help me and comfort me this time?"

Upon hearing Itachi Uchiha's question, Yun Yan looked her up and down, then answered directly:

"That's right, your feeling is correct. I did dislike you before, just like I disliked Uchiha Shisui now, because you two are the same kind of people, both of whom I hate and despise very much."

But who brought you back to reality?

The saying goes, "To err is human, to forgive divine," especially when compared to a scoundrel like Uchiha Shisui who was still not thinking straight. It is all the more precious that you were able to come to your senses.

So now that you're awake, I'm not that annoying.

At this point, Yun Yan paused, glanced at Uchiha Fugaku behind him, and finally said in a somewhat solemn tone:

"Another reason is for the Uchiha Clan."

Itachi Uchiha was completely bewildered; he desperately needed a detailed explanation.

"For the Uchiha Clan?"

Yun Yan nodded solemnly:

"Yes, it's all for the Uchiha Clan."

You've seen and heard the entire public trial, from beginning to end, and many inside stories have been revealed, including some involving the Uchiha Clan.

I won't go into the specific details, but I believe you know the general situation.

In short, the Uchiha Clan's current predicament is partly due to the exclusion and targeting by the Konoha High Command, but also largely due to the Uchiha Clan's own actions.

This situation is rather delicate.

In this situation, where will the Uchiha Clan go? How will they establish themselves in Konoha and Konoha themselves there?

At this point, Yun Yan glanced at Uchiha Fugaku, who stood silently behind Itachi Uchiha, and then began to speak about him:

"Regarding this important issue, during the public trial, your father has already proposed a preliminary solution, which is to address it from both a two-pronged approach."

On one hand, after the new Hokage takes office, the Uchiha Clan seems to want to negotiate and mediate with him to see if they can reintegrate into Konoha Hokage gain the rights they deserve, so that they will no longer be ostracized and targeted.

On the other hand, one must be strong oneself to forge iron.

The various problems within the Uchiha Clan, especially those arrogant individuals who are all talk and no action and who look down on everyone, as well as the rebels who are determined to stage a coup, must be completely eliminated.

With these two points as a foundation, as long as this idea is followed, the situation of the Uchiha Clan will not worsen, even if it doesn't improve.

To be honest, I agree with your father's idea, and I also agree with the idea of taking a two-pronged approach.

That's why, because Konoha's situation has reached this juncture, and because the Uchiha Clan faces a crucial choice, I've become more patient with you Itachi Uchiha.

As the son of the clan leader, you are a genius in yourself. Your strength will definitely reach the Kage Level in the future. Once you fully realize your mistakes, you will most likely become the leader of the Uchiha Clan.

In this situation, since I no longer dislike you as much, it would be natural for me to casually offer a few pointers, understand your feelings, and ease your inner turmoil.

Upon hearing this explanation, Itachi Uchiha nodded. He finally understood why Senior Yun Yan was willing to guide and help him.

Ultimately, it's because once I've come to my senses and realized what's going on, I'm more in line with Senior Yun Yan's opinion.

For the sake of the Uchiha Clan, he didn't mind guiding him and helping him understand.

Having figured this out, Itachi Uchiha immediately looked at Yun Yan with admiration and emotion. At this moment, Yun Yan's position in Itachi Uchiha's heart was no less than that of Uchiha Shisui's position in his heart before he had regained consciousness.

At this point, Yun Yan suddenly felt a bit helpless. His expression was somewhat bitter as he shook his head and complained:

"Sigh... Actually, I don't feel any sense of belonging to the Uchiha Clan."

What is my relationship with the Uchiha Clan? From beginning to end, the clan has never done me any favors. All my achievements are the result of my own hard work.

But no matter what, I'm also surnamed Uchiha, and this bloodline flows in my veins; I have these Sharingan.

While all my achievements have been the result of my hard work, a large part of them are due to my eyesight.

So, the name Uchiha, this bloodline—how could it be so easily severed?

Since I can't give it up, I have to do something for the Uchiha Clan, at least I can't just stand by and watch Uchiha Clan head towards utter destruction."

Seeing Yun Yan's sighing expression, Itachi Uchiha nodded in deep agreement, and at the same time, his respect for Yun Yan grew even stronger.

Fugaku Uchiha, who had been mostly silent beside Itachi Uchiha, finally spoke up:

"Yun Yan, although you always say that the Uchiha has little to do with you and that you don't feel much belonging to the clan, you still can't completely sever ties with it when it matters."

So, in the end, you haven't been biased; you've always been perfectly clear-headed.

As he said this, Uchiha Fugaku glanced at Uchiha Shisui, who was still lying there:

"Compared to you, that guy is completely out of his mind. Not only is he out of his mind, but he's also incredibly biased."