"Though the increase in casualties is still within our expectations, even we won't be able to hold out if this continues to accumulate over time."
Seeing that Fugaku Uchiha had grown somewhat melancholy over the number of ninja casualties, Shikaku Nara hurriedly changed the subject.
"We can't just focus on the bad side. Quite a few of our people have grown from Genin into Chunin, and from Chunin into Jonin capable of standing on their own."
"War is the best way to temper people. Isn't this exactly the result His Majesty wanted to see?"
"Indeed." Fugaku Uchiha's emotions came and went quickly. After Shikaku Nara's consolation, he suddenly felt as if the clouds had parted and sunlight was shining through.
He had almost forgotten the true purpose behind His Majesty launching this war.
As long as the casualties were controlled and no massive losses occurred, they were worthwhile.
This was the Empire's training ground. Once the time was right, this batch could be sent back, and another group could be brought out to continue their training.
"Thanks for reminding me. These people have been here for quite some time now. It's time to select another batch in the Empire and send them into this world for training."
Fugaku Uchiha thought of the clan members back home—the young faces brimming with youthful vitality, shouting every day that they wanted to let the people of this world experience the power of the Uchiha.
At the thought, a smile unconsciously spread across Fugaku Uchiha's face.
The atmosphere in the clan had been getting better and better.
All of this was thanks to Uchiha Kyu's arrival.
Meanwhile, Uchiha Shisui and Uchiha Tomebi hurried over.
"Can we start the operation?" Uchiha Shisui asked impatiently.
He had nearly grown mold waiting these past few days.
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