Setsuna Was Speechless: I Really Want to Retire
His tense nerves suddenly relaxed, followed by a feeling of helplessness and lingering fear. He looked at Natsu, who had a calm and collected expression, and couldn't help but roll his Byakugan. His tone was full of complaints and helplessness, making him look exactly like a father who had been tormented.
"Could you please not do anything so thrilling next time?! I'm almost fifty, my heart really can't handle the kind of excitement you young people give me!"
These words are full of genuine feelings and are by no means empty words.
In just half a day, from the destruction of Lei Hai and the uncertainty of the outcome, to watching his own son Sasuke fight to the death, and then to facing the penetrating wound that almost took his life, the extreme shock of these ups and downs almost broke through his psychological bottom line.
Upon hearing this, Natsu paused, glanced at him sideways with a hint of obvious speechlessness in her eyes, and spoke lightly but precisely hit the nail on the head, directly breaking Fugaku's sigh.
"Come on."
"The power of the Long-Lived Species has long since completely covered the entire Uchiha Clan. Now, all members of our clan have a lifespan of at least ten thousand years."
Don't tell me you're only in your fifties. Even if you live to be a hundred, you're still not considered an adult in your tribe. Where would you get the mentality of a middle-aged person? How can you say you can't handle any stimulation?"
The moment the words were spoken, the air fell silent.
Fugaku's lips twitched suddenly, his cheeks stiffened slightly, and he felt a real, sharp toothache.
The anxiety of not knowing whether her son was alive or dead hadn't completely subsided when these words left her speechless. All the emotions and grievances in her heart were instantly suppressed, and she couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal.
It must be admitted that everything Natsu said was true.
Since Natsu took control of the Uchiha, reshaped the clan's foundation, and unleashed a special power that enveloped the clan's territory, the entire Uchiha Clan has long since shed the shackles of mortals.
The limits of birth, aging, sickness, and death are infinitely raised, and the traces of decay caused by the passage of time are completely erased.
Not to mention that he is only fifty years old, many members of the clan are now over a hundred years old, yet their skin is still firm and their blood and energy are vigorous, just like that of a young man.
Compared to the endless millennia that lie ahead, his experience, mindset, and age in this half-life are indeed laughably naive.
But reason aside, the thought that it was his own son still made his fatherly instincts kick in and his heart pound.
Just as Fugaku was speechless and feeling frustrated, Uchiha Setsuna slowly walked over from the other end of the corridor.
He had just followed closely behind Fugaku, observing in silence the entire time, and had overheard their conversation. Now, his face was filled with a helpless expression that was both funny and exasperating, and he rolled his eyes repeatedly in exasperation at the blunt truth.
Others might not feel it as deeply, but he felt it most acutely, filled with frustration yet having nowhere to confide in.
Others only knew him as a senior and powerful elder in the clan, but they did not know that he was actually close to eighty years old.
In the old Konoha, he would have been old and frail, waiting to retire and die. He had spent half his life fighting and half his life toiling away, and he thought he had long since reached the age of retirement and enjoying a peaceful life.
However, Natsu's Awakening power of immortality was extremely domineering, not only increasing the lifespan of the entire clan, but also reversing the physical condition of everyone.
He forcefully reshaped his over eighty-year-old body, transforming him into a peak-twenty-year-old youth with a handsome face, vigorous energy, and no trace of old age.
If it were simply about reversing aging and prolonging life, it would naturally be an incredible opportunity, a fortune that countless powerful individuals dream of.
What frustrated and drove him crazy the most was that, along with his endless lifespan and rejuvenated physique, Natsu directly pulled all the veteran Elder and meritorious former subordinates who had long since retired to the second line and were enjoying their retirement back to the clan's court, to once again shoulder the complicated and heavy family affairs.
For a time, dozens or even hundreds of old men in the clan who should have been retired were collectively forced to "return to work," handling files, coordinating clan affairs, and maintaining order every day. They were so tired that they were secretly furious, but not one of them dared to really complain or lose their temper in public.
Natsu is the supreme hero who rebuilt the glory of the Uchiha, led the clan out of darkness, and rose to the top. He is the foundation and faith of the entire clan.
Everyone benefits from his kindness and protection. Even if they are forced to work overtime, they can only obediently suppress their anger and dare not show any dissatisfaction.
Setsuna stepped forward, suppressing the helplessness in her heart, and first asked about Sasuke's condition, her expression filled with genuine worry.
"Is Sasuke's condition really stable? That penetrating wound was extremely dangerous; witnessing that battle firsthand was truly heart-wrenching."
Natsu nodded slightly, her tone remaining calm and composed.
"It's alright. Vallen and Caesar Clown's medical skills are more than enough to cover this. The Nutrient Pod's repair function can slowly heal the meridian damage and bodily wounds. It's just that the injuries are too severe and dangerous, requiring a considerable period of rest. However, it won't leave any lasting damage."
Upon receiving a definite answer, I Setsuna felt completely relieved, letting out a long sigh of relief, and all the worry in my eyes vanished.
Upon hearing this, Fugaku, who was standing to the side, finally felt his heart settle down completely. His fingertips relaxed slightly; he had been so nervous that his knuckles had turned white from clenching his fists.
After confirming that Fugaku's son Sasuke was safe and sound, Setsuna smoothly returned to business, his relaxed expression fading and replaced by a more serious and solemn demeanor, as he discussed the long-standing family affairs.
"Since Sasuke is alright, I'll tell you about the recent clan affairs."
"Recently, the resource consolidation and population relocation and resettlement work on the three affiliated islands of Origin Island has been completed, and the guard and defense and cultivation zones of each area have also been planned."
However, with a group of senior officials taking over government affairs, although there is sufficient manpower, there is still some confusion in the transition between the old and new systems and the division of powers and responsibilities. Many trivial matters have piled up, urgently requiring your decision and rectification.
When it came to serious matters, Setsuna tone was calm and his words were clear and logical as he recounted the recent situation within the clan.
Upon hearing this, Fugaku, who was standing nearby, also put away his previous complaining attitude and listened attentively with a serious expression.
The son's crisis has been resolved, but the road ahead for the entire Uchiha Clan remains arduous. The clan is growing larger and its affairs are becoming more complex. Every detail is related to the foundation of the clan and cannot be neglected in the slightest.
Natsu listened quietly to Setsuna's report, her gaze slightly darkening. She quickly sorted out the priorities of various matters in her mind, but her face remained calm and composed, without a trace of confusion or anxiety.
A gentle evening breeze blew through the corridor, ruffling the clothes of several people.
The frenzy and carnage of the valley battle have come to an end. Sasuke, the son of Fugaku, is now in Nutrient Pod, sleeping and awaiting his rebirth.
Meanwhile, the prosperity and grand order of the Uchiha Clan are steadily unfolding step by step with the implementation of various government policies, slowly writing a new chapter for them in the long and endless years of immortality.