In Uchiha Village, Uchiha Takashi looked at the letter sent by the First Elder with a strange expression.
"My God... The family has been peaceful lately. You've come back because there's a very important matter that needs your attention. This matter concerns the future direction of the family!"
You must come back to get this done; it's very important.
Uchiha Takashi looked at the letter and felt that its contents were strange no matter how he looked at it. The way it addressed him at the very beginning sounded like it was calling someone "God."
Also, things have been peaceful within the family lately. Isn't peace a good thing? What could possibly go wrong?
Uchiha Takashi had a premonition that calling him back wasn't a good thing; his danger alarm was faintly sounding.
"Third Elder, Third Elder..." Just then, hurried footsteps came from outside the office. It was Fū Uchiha.
Uchiha Takashi slowly put the letter into his pocket, then looked at Fū Uchiha who was hurrying in and asked, "It's Kaze, what's the matter?"
Fū Uchiha nodded, then immediately pulled out a letter and said, "Third Elder, the First Elder said that I should go back and take over the position of First Elder!"
The Second Elder also sent a message to Yukimichi Uchiha. Has something major happened in the clan? Why have both elders resigned at the same time?
Grand Elder: "..." He had planned everything perfectly, but he never expected this guy to show the letter directly to Uchiha Takashi.
Uchiha Takashi raised an eyebrow, then took the letter and read it. The letter essentially said that he was getting old and that Fū Uchiha incredibly powerful.
Then, the position was to be passed on to Fū Uchiha. To prevent Fū Uchiha from being hesitant, a long message of encouragement was written.
Uchiha Takashi twitched his lips, slowly took out his letter, glanced at it twice, and finally decided what he needed to do back home.
So they wanted him to go back and take over as clan leader, huh? Uchiha Takashi shook his head. "Just say so, it's not like I'm refusing."
He had initially refused because there were still many unresolved issues in the village, and also because he was only ten years old and still very young.
Now that the First Elder and Second Elder are nearing retirement and the village is back on track, Uchiha Takashi for the position of clan head are no longer as strong as before.
On the contrary, Uchiha Takashi was eager to take over as clan leader, and in his heart, he wanted to lead the Uchiha Clan to the top of the world.
"Feng, the Grand Elder wants you to go back and take over. This is a good thing; it will allow the Grand Elder to enjoy his retirement."
"But I'm still so young, and I'm worried I won't do a good job," Fū Uchiha said with a concerned expression.
Uchiha Takashi waved his hand, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "What's there to worry about? You're one of the few clear-headed people in the Uchiha."
If you're not appointed as the Grand Elder, who should be? You need to understand that the Grand Elder is responsible for overseeing all matters concerning the Uchiha.
This position requires someone with your outstanding management skills. Having managed affairs within the Uchiha for so long, this position is undoubtedly yours."
Fū Uchiha was still hesitant. "But although I have Mitsudomoe, my combat experience is far inferior to that of my predecessors, and my strength is also not as good as theirs."
Is this really appropriate? I'm worried that my abilities don't match the position of Grand Elder.
Uchiha Takashi shook his head. "Strength is something only the Second Elder and Clan Head need to consider. The First Elder only needs to be assessed on his management abilities."
After all, the Grand Elder rarely goes to the front lines; having a Futatsudomoe a safety net is enough. If I remember correctly, this is also recorded on the stone tablet.
Your management skills are second to none within the Uchiha, and I believe you are capable of fulfilling the role of Elder.
Hearing Uchiha Takashi's words, Fū Uchiha finally mustered his confidence and nodded firmly. "Thank you, Third Elder. Although I am still worried, I will do my best to fulfill my duties as the First Elder."
Just as the two were talking, Yukimichi Uchiha burst in, shouting, "Ah! Third Elder! Second Elder wants me to go back and take over his position! Has something happened at the clan?"
Uchiha Takashi rolled his Byakugan in annoyance. "Do you two share the same brain? Why do you both assume something bad has happened to the clan the moment an elder steps down?"
Couldn't it be that the elders just want to retire and enjoy their retirement? Can't we think of it in a positive light?
Upon hearing this, Yukimichi Uchiha froze on the spot. "Huh... so nothing happened to the clan? I heard from the Second Elder that he was stepping down from his position, and I thought something terrible had happened to the clan."
I thought the two elders had been attacked and seriously injured or something, it scared me to death!
Uchiha Takashi and Fū Uchiha (￣.￣): "If the First Elder and Second Elder knew what you said, they'd probably beat you up with a couple of whacks."
Uchiha Takashi coughed twice to get their attention, then said, "In that case, let's find a day to go back to headquarters."
Fū Uchiha: "That's possible, but Third Elder, what will happen to our village? If the three of us leave, who will manage the village?"
Uchiha Takashi stroked his chin and then said, " Hen Uchiha."
There's nothing else major happening in the village. It's springtime, the season for spring planting, and besides supervising the planting, the only other thing to do is manage the iron ore camp in the distance.
I believe Hen Uchiha can do it, and it's also a good opportunity to hone his management skills. After all, as our towns expand in the future, we can't have all the responsibilities falling on the shoulders of the three of us.
... underwear...
Hen Uchiha walked into the office carrying a large stack of documents, saying as he went, "Third Elder, Lord Fū is missing."
Here are a few questions you need to answer regarding spring plowing and iron ore mine camp management... Where is everyone?
Hen Uchiha then noticed that the office was empty, except for a letter left on the desk.
He stepped forward and glanced at it, then realized the letter was for him. Filled with doubt, he opened the letter.
" Hen Uchiha, I trust your management skills. Feng, Yukimichi, and I will go back to headquarters. I'm leaving things here to you."
This is a good opportunity to hone your management skills; they might come in handy in the future. Don't worry too much; the village is on the right track, and management won't be too difficult. Keep it up, we'll be back soon!
After Hen Uchiha narrowed eyes, his expression immediately fell.
He glanced at the envelope, then at the huge pile of unfinished tasks beside him, and the thought of spending the next few days stuck here dealing with this kind of thing suddenly made him feel like life had lost its meaning.
"Third Elder, please come back quickly! There's just too much to do!" Hen Uchiha. As a free-spirited Uchiha, he simply couldn't handle doing this kind of work in an office!
... within clan territory
Except for those in essential positions who did not arrive at the Naka Shrine, everyone else who could have gone had already reached the Uchiha shrine.
Standing on the platform were the First Elder, the Second Elder, and Uchiha Takashi.
The First Elder cleared his throat and said, " The Uchiha Clan has been without a clan leader for several years. After investigation, the Third Elder is deemed to be very powerful... (adjectives omitted), so we hereby recommend the Third Elder Uchiha Takashi, to succeed as the new clan leader!"
The clansmen below didn't react much, seemingly expecting this. One even asked, "Ah, wasn't the Third Elder the clan leader? I always thought he was."
In the Uchiha, strength is the only true measure of power. As far as Uchiha Takashi is concerned, he is the strongest fighter in the Uchiha. Almost no Uchiha would oppose a strong person; they would only sincerely admire the strong!
The elder was very satisfied with the clansmen's reaction. In his view, Uchiha Takashi's succession as clan leader was the popular choice!
"Then, this Gunbai, symbolizing the position of group leader, is entrusted to you, Tian. I hope you can lead your Uchiha to even greater heights."
The Grand Elder solemnly took the Gunbai from the altar and handed it to Uchiha Takashi.
Uchiha Takashi nodded, then took the Gunbai with both hands, holding Gunbai above his head with his right hand. "I, Uchiha Takashi, swear! I will lead the Uchiha Clan to become even stronger!"
Uchiha, victory is assured!
The clansmen below raised their right hands, their eyes filled with fervor. " Uchiha —victory is certain!"