Of course, Qi had no interest in emulating that famous 'filial son' from the Hokage world.
Right now, his only problem is that he's a little unsure about his position within the village and his clan. The main issue is that he has no status whatsoever in either the village or the clan, and he doesn't hold any power.
He found it difficult to make a decision, not to mention that because he belonged to Team 7, a small team with a very delicate relationship with Genji, Qi's situation became even more special.
"Alright, enough of the small talk. Qi-kun, you're a smart kid, and I believe you understand why we old folks have called you here. What exactly happened during your trip to Konoha? We hope you can tell us as much detail as you know. I don't think you have any problem with that, Qi-kun!"
On the main seat, Minazuki Shun coughed lightly. His slightly forward-leaning body and seemingly faint smile on his face made Qi's heart tighten even more.
"Yes, I understand what the clan chief means; this is also my duty!"
Qi replied seriously.
That's all.
Qi then succinctly reported almost everything that had happened since arriving in Konohagakure a month ago to the four people, including Minazuki Shun, who were seated at the head of the table.
That's right.
It means 'almost all'!
None of the information reported by Qi was false, and Qi had no need to do so. However, there were a few pieces of information that Qi did not directly reveal. For example, he did not mention that Hiruzen Sarutobi personally visited him after the incident in the Forest of Death, nor did he mention that the people who ambushed and pursued him were Root of Danzo. Because at his age and with his seniority, he was "not allowed" to know these things!
Although he knew these things, it was either by chance or because of his pure 'time traveler' identity, and had nothing to do with other factors.
But others won't see it that way!
Especially given that he is already somewhat labeled as a ' Genji ', Qi needs to be even more careful with his words and actions!
We must not allow other members of the clan or other high-ranking members of the village to form this impression!
The identity of the Yuki Clan.
This is both an advantage and a constraint for Qi.
Qi himself absolutely needs to understand this!
The people sitting in the upper positions, such as Minazuki Shun and Minazuki Eiichiro, were naturally unaware of Kei's inner thoughts. As the leaders of the Yuki Clan, they naturally had their own sources of information!
Especially after Hozuki Shingetsu returned to the village severely injured.
The information that was previously suppressed by Karatachi Yagura was eventually obtained by the three powerful families one by one!
It can be said that the moment they learned of this intelligence...
The top executives of the three major wealthy families were utterly shocked!
This was not only a shocking act for Konoha, but also a shock to the actions of their own Fourth Mizukage!
Is this something that can be hidden!?
Among the three powerful clans, the one with the most fiery temper was practically ready to confront his own Mizukage directly.
In fact, the current head of the Hozuki Clan, Hozuki Rinzuki, did indeed rush to the Mizukage's Office to 'question' Karatachi Yagura immediately. As Hozuki Shingetsu's father, seeing his son return severely injured and almost dead, Hozuki Rinzuki truly had the qualifications and right to do so!
Of course, in addition to his anger, the head of the Hozuki Clan also intended to use this incident to put pressure on his Mizukage.
Therefore, the Hozuki Clan even wanted to bring together the Kaguya and Minazuki Clan clans to form a single ninja clan. However, they couldn't put much pressure on the Mizukage. There had been significant changes since he first took over the position, as evidenced by his willingness to take action regarding personnel allocation and task assignment.
Their Mizukage's position is already secure!
However, Hozuki Rinzuki wanted to seize this opportunity. They had no intention of shaking the foundation of the village or harming its interests; they simply wanted to maintain the current peaceful coexistence as much as possible!
If we could offer more benefits and power, that would be the best!
To put it simply, they can obey 'general orders'!
But complete obedience is absolutely unacceptable!
This is also the biggest conflict between the three powerful ninja clans and Karatachi Yagura. They had previously planned to make use of the Genji, but they didn't expect that their most prestigious elder had no interest in that area at all.
Just when they were distressed that they couldn't see any opportunity at all.
This incident has occurred!
We absolutely must get our hands on the Hozuki Clan!
The Kaguya Clan also seems eager to try.
Only the Yuki Clan hesitated.
This is why, upon hearing that Qi had returned, Minazuki Shun was eager to summon his young master. He hoped to obtain more information from Qi, and ideally, also get a glimpse of Genji's attitude.
That would be the best way for him to make the right decision next.
After listening to Qi's report.
Shun, seated in the main seat, also fell into deep thought, exchanging glances with the other three elders on either side of him.
"So, what is Genji's attitude? Please inform me!"
The question came out of nowhere, and the speaker was Elder Minazuki Sogen, who was sitting on the right.
To be honest, Qi had anticipated this before he came.
" Genji? Hmm, Teacher Qing didn't give any instructions, so I'm very sorry, Sogen, I have no way of knowing either."
My own teacher, Qing, is definitely one of Genji's trusted confidants.
They've been a team for months. If he were to feign ignorance in this matter, that would be truly foolish. He can simply admit he doesn't know something, and Qi can be perfectly open about it.
Is there no way to know?
Minazuki Shun, seated in the main seat, narrowed his eyes slightly.
The expressions of the three elders also subtly changed.
The four of them didn't really suspect Qi; Elder Sogen had just asked casually.
Although Qi is a true genius!
But age is still a factor.
We can't really say we should rely on Qi.
"Yes, you've worked hard these past few days. Go back and get some rest, Qi Jun!"
Minazuki Shun's expression softened again as he looked at Kei in the seat below and nodded gently.