Konoha.
Uchiha Clan Compound, Naka Shrine.
The current clan leader, Uchiha Kūto, convened the clan's senior leaders to hold a family meeting in the main hall of the shrine.
The main content is related to Military Police Force. After more than half a year, Konoha Military Police Force has been initially established.
Led by the Uchiha Clan, the patriarch Kuto serves as the captain of Military Police Force, holding a high position of authority.
Not only that, three-quarters of the personnel in Military Police Force are from the Uchiha Clan.
Only a quarter of the positions are left, which are given to ninjas such as Hyuga Clan, Sarutobi Clan.
It can be said that Military Police Force is almost the same as Uchiha Clan.
Even if the other families unite, the voice within Military Police Force cannot be compared to the Uchiha Clan at all.
If it were not a rigid rule, Uchiha's senior leaders, headed by Kuto, would even want to drive all the other family members out of Military Police Force.
Even so, Uchiha Clan has never stopped suppressing other family members overtly or covertly.
"Clan leader, isn't it good for us to do this? The other families seem to have some objections to us. If the trouble goes to Lord Hokage..."
A senior elder frowned and spoke, with a worried look on his face.
"It's just an objection. Besides, this is Military Police Force's internal matter. There is no need for Lord Hokage to come forward. If the matter is brought to the outside, we cannot afford to lose face, and they cannot afford to lose face."
Kuto waved his hand indifferently and blocked the elder's words with one sentence.
Even if they lose Madara, their Uchiha Clan is still the strongest ninja clan second only to the Senju Clan.
Military Police Force, this is one of the best ways to revive the prestige of the Uchiha Clan, and it must be firmly held in hand.
Forget it if it's Senju Clan, these ninjas are not qualified to let them Uchiha Clan avoid the edge.
Only Hyuga Clan can make them Uchiha Clan pay attention to it. As for the Sarutobi Clan, Kuto never take it seriously.
"Speaking of which, the family's income in recent months has increased significantly compared to before. Elder Yehuo, did something happen?"
Kuto looked at another elder who managed the family's finances and asked in a good mood.
After losing Madara, Uchiha Clan's power did shrink rapidly, but the family's stability became higher.
Especially in terms of family development, the rising income in recent months is the best proof.
This made Kuto feel excited.
For his contribution to the family's development and growth, he, the patriarch, should take the first place.
"Uh..."
Yehuo secretly glanced at Kuto's slightly satisfied face, and knew that the patriarch was probably immersed in his own 'great achievements' and couldn't extricate himself.
In the eyes of Yehuo, this clan leader who succeeded Madara has done a very good job in all aspects. He also loves his family very much and respects the thoughts of his clan members more than Madara.
If we want to single out some shortcomings, it is that it is easy to rush for quick success.
I am very eager to build a big business and prove my ability.
"What's the problem?"
Kuto couldn't help but become confused when he saw Yehuo's hesitant gesture.
The rest of the people also gathered their gazes, wanting to hear Yehuo's explanation.
Under the gaze of everyone, Yehuo couldn't escape, so he had to sigh and speak:
"Actually, this has nothing to do with the development of the family. As you all know, the trend of the family's foreign business in recent years has not been very good. The reason why it has continued to rise this year should be related to Land of Night. Many businessmen who had no contact with our Uchiha Clan suddenly found me last year and expressed their willingness to talk."
The air became quiet.
Everyone opened their mouths, not knowing what to say for a moment.
The clan leader Kuto's face was alternately red and white, and he looked uncertain.
The family's income has soared for several months in a row. Isn't it the credit of his wisdom and martial prowess as the patriarch?
The meaning of Yehuo is already very clear. This is the profit that a certain woman who entered General of the Land of Night's house not long ago blew on the Uchiha Clan's head.
Just like Hyuga Clan, even if Mrs. Kicho does nothing, many businessmen who have good relations with Land of Night will naturally sell Hyuga Clan to save face in transactions.
And these honors are all real money, enough to fill a wealthy ninja clan.
Kuto Unexpectedly, Land of Night's pillow style even affected them Uchiha Clan.
This is simply deceiving--
Kuto really wanted to say, 'It's too much to bully others', but when I thought about the family's huge income that has continued to rise in recent months, I couldn't say it for a while.
"In this case, elder Yehuo, please go to Land of Night on behalf of your family in a few days."
Kuto's interest was waning and his mind was obviously not on the meeting.
But no matter what, the benefits they receive are real.
Kuto felt very uncomfortable, especially when he thought about the previous wedding. No one from their side was sent, but Hokage Advisor Tobirama sent a congratulatory gift. Isn't this a bit too unkind?
"Yes, patriarch."
Yehuo nodded solemnly.
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General's Residence, Inner Court.
"Izayoi, I have your letter, meow."
Izayoi was practicing in the open space in the front yard when a burst of shouting came from far and near.
She turned around and saw a black and white tabby cat running fast on the marble floor with its limbs and a letter in its mouth.
It is her cat butler Iori.
Izayoi took the letter and glanced at the signature, feeling a little surprised.
The person who wrote the letter was none other than Sirius, her old boss at the Black Mountain mining area.
Izayoi was very surprised and didn't know why the other party was writing to her at this time.
With curiosity, Izayoi opened the envelope and spread out the letter paper.
Izayoi soon understood the cause and effect, but some of the content left Izayoi speechless.
As the director of a mining base that manages hundreds of ninjas and Samurai, he actually wants to leave his post temporarily to participate in Samurai Tournament in December this year.
Judging from the other party's position, he can barely be regarded as a frontier official. Without a strong enough reason, he absolutely cannot leave his post without authorization.
Although the work in the mining area is hard and unknown, it is the core pillar of Land of Night.
Being able to be arranged to work there by Yayoi shows how heavy the burden is on Sirius.
Samurai Tournament, Izayoi naturally knows.
After entering the inner house for more than a month, she did not stay at home all the time. Occasionally she would go out to buy some things and walk around with her clan members.
Even if Yayoi didn't say anything, she didn't take the initiative to ask, but such a big matter had already spread a lot in Nightview City, and it was difficult to know whether it was known.
But she didn't expect that Samurai, who was in a high position like Sirius, would be interested in this kind of thing.
Even if he can't understand it, Izayoi can't refuse his old boss's request, even though this request is a bit strange.
But it is difficult to guess whether Izayoi can achieve it in the end, so we can only do our best.
So, when Yayoi arrived in the evening, Izayoi quickly told Yayoi about this matter, otherwise her mind would be empty if she didn't mess with it later.
"These guys are really unwilling to be lonely."
Yayoi didn't blame him, but he looked a little helpless.
In fact, Sirius is not the first Upper Samurai to request a temporary leave of absence.
Many Upper Samurai who work outside Nightview City, as soon as the news of Samurai Tournament came out, they kept making various connections to prepare to participate in Samurai Tournament in December.
Sirius's request is considered the latest batch.
The reason why I came to Izayoi is because Kakuzu and Kurobei have been related by several Upper Samurai before, and they came to him and Irori every three days.
I guess those two people also felt annoyed, so they finally closed the door and thanked guests, waiting for the news to pass.
This is also where Yayoi was negligent. He only considered foreign Samurai. Domestic Samurai valued Samurai Tournament, but in fact, it was no less important than Samurai outside.
Especially Upper Samurais, no one wants to miss this grand event that belongs to Samurais.
Precisely because they are weaker than ninjas, they want to prove themselves.
After finally getting such an opportunity, one can imagine how fanatical they are.
"Is it okay, my lord?"
Izayoi looked at Yayoi eagerly.
It was her first time to blow pillows, and she was a little overwhelmed.
"It's not a big deal, just send one Jonin over to exchange."
After all, you are leaving your job temporarily, not permanently.
For Yayoi, it only takes a few words.
"However, as a price for blowing the pillow, you have to behave well tonight. Just change into the clothes I gave you a few days ago."
"... Okay."
Izayoi When I think of that dress, I feel too shy to say anything.
Soon, she changed her clothes and stood in front of Yayoi again.
The black cat-ear headband and the black plush tail behind the waist tremble slightly with the movements of Izayoi.
Wearing a black jumpsuit, the corners are decorated with ruffles that add to the cuteness.
The black fabric on the chest is partially hollowed out, revealing a heart-shaped snow-white ravine.
The long black cotton gloves with lace look extremely delicate and elegant.
Black knee-length socks, exposing the insteps and toes.
The sound of walking lightly on the wooden floor is as light as a real cat.
"Husband, sir, is this okay?"
Izayoi protected his chest with both hands, gritted his teeth, and blushed. He did not dare to look at Yayoi, and his eyes subconsciously drifted away.
"Izayoi."
"Huh?"
"Cats can't talk."
"..."
Not long after, a series of soft, sticky, itchy meows sounded in the empty bedroom, lasting for a long time.
Tonight will be a sleepless night.
(Speaking of which, if Izayoi arranges to have a daughter and then marries Sakumo, won't Kakashi be able to have Sharingan after that? And it will still be Sharingan without any burden.)