On the surface, Kikuno Momo is the proprietress of this izakaya (Japanese pub), but in reality, it is the stronghold of the Jashin Cult in Tanzaku Town.
It targets the high-end market, and is generally unaffordable for the average person.
A week later, two special customers came to the store. Although they were disguised, Kikuno Momo recognized them at a glance.
The Uchiha Police Force roams the streets of Konoha Tenten, making them hard to miss. Moreover, the Uchiha black hair and eyes, and an arrogant demeanor, making them highly recognizable.
They were led to a private room at the back.
What brings you two here?
Tekka said, " Shino, we are here on the orders of the clan leader to bring you back. Now that you have opened your eyes, we cannot let you wander outside."
"Hmph, you learned that from the Ninja Cat Clan, didn't you?"
Kikuno Momo has feelings for the Uchiha, but not much. Her mother has been seriously ill for many years and has struggled to stay afloat, but the Uchiha have never offered a helping hand.
This clan's unity is only for those whose bloodline has been awakened.
"Don't worry about that. The Uchiha bloodline must return to the Uchiha. Don't force us to take action."
"Let's stop talking big. I've heard that the Uchiha were behind the Nine-Tails' Disturbance back then. Why don't you let that guy return?"
Furthermore, I advise you not to make a move here. The people in here are all lunatics; the name of the Uchiha won't scare them!
Tekka and Naoto exchanged a glance. The Jashin Cult was a group that even the Konoha Anbu) had trouble dealing with, and they didn't want to provoke them.
Thinking of this, Tekka's tone softened:
" The Nine-Tails incident has nothing to do with us. We were framed. In short, the situation is extremely dangerous now, you..."
Kikuno Momo retorted, "If it's dangerous, I definitely can't go back with you. Are we just waiting to be wiped out by the higher-ups in Konoha? Besides, your current situation isn't very good."
Even the most powerful and iconic member of the Uchiha, Body Flicker Shisui, was driven to suicide.
" Shisui was merely used by higher-ups. This matter will not be left unresolved; we will definitely retaliate," Tekka declared.
Naoto continued, " Shino, I heard you're working for Akatsuki. Do you know how much trouble this will cause the clan? What if the village finds out..."
"So you came to me because you're afraid Konoha will find out I joined Akatsuki, right?"
Kikuno Momo said disappointedly:
"Since you've already decided to break with Konoha, why are you still afraid of this and that?"
"Shut up! The name of the Uchiha is not something you can humiliate," Tekka roared.
"No one wants to humiliate the Uchiha. It's your own fault for being so weak. Alright, I don't have time to chat with you, and I don't want to go back with you."
Kikuno Momo gave a direct answer.
Back in the village, will Danzo let her go? The Uchiha might not be able to protect her.
Perhaps by staying in Akatsuki, they could find the person who released the Nine-Tails back then, the culprit who killed her mother.
"You'd better think this through!!" Naoto threatened.
Kikuno Momo had already seen through their bluster and didn't care at all.
"I don't want to repeat myself. By the way, my younger brother is planning to discuss a collaboration with you. Since you're here, let's talk to him."
You have a younger brother?
Naoto was dumbfounded and turned to look at Tekka, who also shook his head. According to the information he found Shino an only child.
"Yes, that's the infamous 'Azure Dragon ' of the underworld, my sworn brother."
"Ugh... that jerk!!"
The two strongly suspected that the other knew Shino's Uchiha identity and was deliberately trying to bind her tightly, unwilling to let her go.
"I knew it wouldn't be that simple. Don't try to use this to control the Uchiha."
Thud...
Kikuno Momo closed the door to the private room, and then sighed.
'They really are a bunch of cowards who bully the weak and fear the strong. They don't dare to move when they hear the name of the Azure Dragon. It's pathetic. If this continues, the Uchiha will be devoured by Konoha.'
Tekka and Naoto waited in the private room for about half an hour before seeing the man wearing the Yama mask again.
"It's nice to see you two again," Aoki Tsuki greeted.
Tekka cut straight to the point, "I heard you're going to cooperate with us again, what's the matter?"
"Recently, Konoha has been causing trouble for our Jashin Cult everywhere, which is giving me a headache. We must give them a strong counterattack to teach them a lesson."
Therefore, I plan to send a group of people into Konoha, and I hope the Police Force can make things convenient for me."
"No, don't even think about causing trouble in Konoha, that's our village," Tekka resolutely refused.
Naoto chimed in, "Even if we are misunderstood by everyone, this village is a place we Uchiha are sworn to protect with our lives, and we will never allow you to do this."
Holy crap!
Do you want to hear what you're saying?
Aoki Tsuki reached out and touched his chin. If all Uchiha were like this, no wonder they were controlled by the Konoha High Command.
"First, I just want to send people to demonstrate to the Konoha High Command leadership, showing that we have the ability to cause trouble. Second, I just need you to avoid the few points I've designated when you're on patrol."
That's all. You won't have any trouble, and this has nothing to do with you.
Even so, that won't do...
"Come on, don't think I don't know that you Uchiha are being monitored by the Anbu. You're being presumed to be suspects in the Nine-Tails' Disturbance."
A group of suspects trying to protect their guards? Seriously?
Upon hearing this, Tekka wanted to say something more, but Naoto tugged at his clothes.
"We can't make that decision ourselves; we need to go back and discuss it first, and then we'll give you an answer."
"Of course, but we need to do it as soon as possible. Dragging things out is not our style. This time, I'm going to bring the Jashin to the very heart of Konoha."
Let us cheer for our arrival!
Tekka and Naoto looked uneasy after leaving the izakaya.
"This guy is a madman!"
"I've heard that members of the Jashin Cult like to perform wicked rituals. Do you think he's planning to do that in the village?"
Tekka shook his head. "It's impossible. The village is full of Anbu watching them; they won't have the chance."
Naoto replied, "The number of Anbu agents watching us has decreased significantly recently. I heard it's because many of them were killed in Daming Prefecture last time."
I'm thinking maybe this isn't a bad thing for us; at least it will make our lives a little easier.
"Are you crazy? Don't fall for his tricks. Getting involved with this kind of terrorist organization will only lead to disaster," Tekka.
"Now that we're involved, Shino seems to have been brainwashed and refuses to leave. Our mission has failed."
"Sigh, let's go back first."
This organization is terrifying; once you get caught up in it, even the Uchiha can't get rid of them.
A day later, the two returned to the village and reported the situation to Uchiha Fugaku, but were sternly rejected by the latter.
However, what happened next forced him to re-evaluate the Uchiha's place in Konoha.
A group of Uchiha members disappeared while purchasing supplies in a town near Konoha; they were never seen again, neither alive nor dead.
"Damn it, it must be the work of the Anbu Guard. They're openly bullying us now."
"Captain, we must fight back, otherwise they will only become more emboldened."
"Even if we go to the Third, he'll just brush it off and it'll all be forgotten. Damn it!"
Fugaku watched his clansmen filled with righteous indignation, but he was powerless to do anything about it. If he were to break off relations now, his situation would only become more difficult in the future.
Blindly yielding and prioritizing the bigger picture will only make you a pushover.
'Perhaps it really is time to retaliate,' Fugaku thought to himself.
"Everyone, disperse. I'll figure something out. Tekka, Naoto, you two stay."
"Team leader..."
"Go tell that guy I agree to it, but there can't be too many civilian casualties, otherwise we won't stand idly by."
"Hi!"
A week passed quickly, and on this sunny day, the village was filled with a peaceful atmosphere.
Konoha welcomed a caravan of merchants, men and women, adults and children, who came to Konoha to commission missions, do business, or sightsee.
Since they were all ordinary people, they were allowed to pass after a simple registration.
Uchiha Police Force.
"Now let's talk about today's patrol routes for each team. Yashiro, you'll lead the patrol on the first street; Tekka, you'll be responsible for the second street; Inabi, you'll be responsible for the third street..."
I led the team to patrol the perimeter.
"Captain, aren't you keeping anyone at headquarters?" someone asked, puzzled.
"No need, I'll be back soon."
Only a few team leaders knew that today's patrol route had been carefully planned, and that instead of avoiding key locations as required, the patrols were conducted earlier or later than scheduled.
Even if the Anbu reviews the files afterward, they won't find any loopholes.
Around 10 a. m.
The plaza in front of the Hokage Building is a must-see attraction for visitors. Here you can see the Hokage Rock and hear a guide recount the glorious history of Konoha.
Just then, a middle-aged man in the crowd suddenly took out a lighter and lit a cigarette.
"What a peaceful and serene village! I'm almost reluctant to make a move!"
His companion asked in confusion, "Hey, Tomodachi, what nonsense are you talking about?"
"Heh... I didn't want this to happen either, Sanpei. I know this will hurt others, but I have no choice. They promised to give me a large sum of money."
My wife and children will then be able to live a good life.
With a resolute expression, Tomodachi unzipped his clothes and lit the lighter again.
"Don't... don't do anything foolish." Sanpei sensed that the other person was about to do something bad.
"Although we've only known each other for two days, you seem like a nice person. Please try to stay away from me."
Tomodachi slowly lifted his coat, revealing a dense array of Explosive Tag underneath.
At this point, the others also noticed what was happening and were terrified.
"Ah...! Run...!"
"This guy's crazy..."
"Hahaha... Great Jashin, descend upon Konoha and punish this wicked village!!"
Tomodachi suddenly shouted and lit the Explosive Tag with a lighter.
The employer said this sentence must be said because it's very important.
"Stop!!" Konoha Ninja from nearby leaped over like lightning upon seeing this.
" Jashin never die..."
Puff puff puff...
Tomodachi was pierced through the body by several Kunai, and then wrapped in Explosive Tag.
Boom boom boom...!!