Konoha: The thirty-year-old Uchiha lacks motivation.

"How is the situation?"

Upon seeing Uchiha Gin emerge, Uchiha Madara and Senju Tobirama immediately stopped arguing, both turning their eyes to him and asking in unison,

"That's not a very optimistic view."

Recalling their recent conversation, Uchiha Gin's eyes darted around, and he immediately adopted a worried expression, his brows furrowing into a deep frown.

"what!"

Hearing this, the two felt a chill in their hearts. Even an expert like Uchiha Gin had said so, so was Senju Hashirama really doomed?

"I'll go back and prepare."

With a solemn expression, Madara Uchiha gritted his teeth, uttered a single sentence, and turned to leave.

"How much longer can my brother hold on?"

Tobirama Senju, who remained behind, stared intently at Gin Uchiha with his crimson eyes.

Fortunately, the curly-haired man was experienced and remained calm under pressure, thus avoiding revealing any flaws. Uchiha Gin gently shook his head and slowly spoke.

"If nothing unexpected happens, Hashirama will definitely be imprisoned within a month."

"Okay, no need to say anything more, I know."

Before Uchiha Gin could finish speaking, Senju Tobirama raised his hand to stop him, glanced at the ward with a complicated expression, and then silently turned and left.

"Wake up!"

Seeing that the two had left one after the other, Uchiha Gin shrugged and finished speaking.

However, he was too lazy to explain. This matter could ignite his younger cousin's fighting spirit and make him determined to participate in the Knights' War, so why not?

"Da da da~"

Just then, hurried footsteps echoed down the corridor. Uchiha Gin looked in the direction of the sound and saw Senju Momoka holding Tsunade's hand.

"Grandpa Yin! How is Great-Grandpa?"

Upon seeing Uchiha Gin, Tsunade immediately let go of her grandmother's hand, took short strides, and ran over, her fair face filled with anxiety.

"It's okay, it's okay~"

Uchiha Gin crouched down, patted Tsunade's head, and softly comforted her.

"Really!?"

"When has Grandpa Gin ever lied to you?"

"Yay!"

Seeing Tsunade's despair turn to joy, Momoka Senju sighed softly. She had just run into her brother-in-law, Tobirama Senju, at the hospital entrance, and Tobirama had given her a general account of Hashirama Senju's condition.

In her opinion, Uchiha Gin only said that to reassure the child.

"Mr. Yin, thank you so much for your help."

Senju Momoka gracefully bowed to Uchiha Gin, but the sorrow in her eyes was impossible to conceal.

"We are a family, this is what I should do."

Uchiha Gin shook his head, stood up and stepped aside to open the door to the ward. Senju Momoka, with a sorrowful expression, nodded and led the excited Tsunade into the ward.

Bang!

As the door closed, Uchiha Gin could hear a faint sobbing sound coming from the ward.

Uh... really, didn't I already say it was fine?

Upon returning home, Uchiha Gin saw Senju Itama sitting upright on the sofa as soon as he entered. Her face was scrunched up like a bun, indicating that she had been waiting for a long time.

Upon seeing him step into the house, Senju Itama jumped to his feet and strode over to Uchiha Gin.

"How is my older brother?"

"There's a slight problem, but it's not serious."

Scratching his head, Uchiha Gin lay back on the single sofa and replied nonchalantly.

"Phew, that's good."

Upon hearing this, Senju Itama, whose face had been tense, immediately breathed a sigh of relief, and the anxiety that had been hanging over him finally subsided.

Senju Itama unconditionally believed what Uchiha Gin said. Since he said it wasn't a big problem, it meant that his older brother's life wasn't in danger.

"Thank you, Curly-haired Baboon~"

With a relaxed expression, Senju Itama turned and poured Uchiha Gin a cup of tea. Grateful, she immediately added extra sugar, making it more sugar than water for the first time ever.

"I will never add salt to your food again."

"Sigh~ If you really want to thank me, then change your look. A lot of well-meaning people who don't know the truth have already reported me to the police station for child abuse."

Satisfied, Gin Uchiha took a sip of his sugary tea, then turned his head to look at Itama Senju, who had short arms and legs and looked no bigger than a young Tsunade. He sighed and said...

"ha?"

Senju Itama tilted his head upon hearing this, his large, watery eyes filled with confusion.

Over the years, the security force has received countless reports from the public alleging child abuse by a certain curly-haired man living in the suburbs.

Not only were young children forced into heavy physical labor (carrying several bags of rice while buying groceries), but they were also deprived of their right to receive compulsory education (shopping outside during school hours).

Even more sinister individuals fabricated pornographic rumors, spreading the story that Uchiha Gin had a penchant for child molestation and imprisoned innocent girls at home, attempting to replicate Genji's plan.

"Are you tired of seeing it like this?"

He lifted his skirt and twirled around, Senju Itama's expression suddenly turning somewhat mocking, leaving Uchiha Gin completely bewildered.

"Just behave yourself, I don't want to go out and be pointed at and gossiped about by some middle-aged women anymore~"

"Okay, I understand."

Humming a strange little tune, Senju Itama turned and left. Uchiha Gin, seeing this, immediately called out to ask what was wrong.

"No, why are you going out looking like this?"

"Shouldn't I go out and buy some new clothes?"

Senju Itama, who had stopped in her tracks, turned around, her pouting lips revealing a disgruntled expression.

"Didn't you buy a lot before?"

Uchiha Gin frowned slightly. All the clothes Senju Itama bought before were brand new and unworn.

"It's too tight, I can't wear it anymore."

"ha?"

Leaving behind a vague and ambiguous statement, Senju Itama quickly disappeared from Uchiha Gin's sight, his cheerful gait suggesting another day of extravagance.

At the same time, some people are happy while others are sad.

After returning home, Madara Uchiha took out a long-forgotten briefcase from the safe, wiped off the dust, and gently opened it.

"Hot moms of Huhaxi, wait for me!"

Stroking the gray driver lying in the suitcase, Madara Uchiha took a deep breath, his gaze gradually sharpening.

It's the fighting spirit that's burning, constantly pushing and pulling.

"I hope you can make me happy."

Meanwhile, back in the Hokage's office, Tobirama Senju issued an order summoning the F6, who had been working independently for a long time, to come to pay their respects.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, who were undergoing training in the Anbu, immediately dropped what they were doing and rushed towards the Hokage Building after receiving their teacher's secret order.

"Monkey, do you know something?"

The two, who had met on the road first, started walking together. Danzo, noticing his good friend Hiruzen's thoughtful expression, asked him what was going on.

"I don't know either, but it's most likely related to Teacher Da."

Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was on guard duty yesterday, had heard a little about what happened at the Konoha gambling den.

Hashirama Senju was, after all, the head of a village. Even if the security team that arrived first issued a gag order, there are no secrets that stay hidden forever. With such a commotion, it would be difficult to keep it a secret.

"What's wrong with Hachiman?"

Upon hearing that it concerned the Hokage, Danzo immediately became interested. Just as he was pressing for details, a tall, slender figure appeared behind them.

"Hiruzen, Danzo, Sasipuri~"

"Mirror! Long time no see!"

The visitor was Uchiha Kagami, who worked in the security team. His years of training at the grassroots level had given him an even more reassuring and approachable quality, which contrasted sharply with Danzo's increasingly gloomy demeanor.

"Mirror, you should know, last night, Teacher Hachiman..."

"Be careful what you say, or you'll be executed."

Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi's questioning expression, Kagami Uchiha raised his hand to stop him, while a bitter look appeared on his face.

"The teacher has given a gag order; this matter must not be mentioned."

The security team that arrived last night was led by Uchiha Kagami. When he saw Senju Hashirama lying unconscious on the ground, he was also greatly shocked.

Fortunately, the teacher's breathing was steady, and there were no signs of injury on his body, which allowed him to breathe a slight sigh of relief.

When Tobirama Senju arrived later and took Hashirama Senju away, he specifically emphasized that this matter must be kept quiet. As a result, everyone in the gambling den could only leave after signing a guarantee.

"All right."

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura exchanged a glance and then nodded. As secret agents themselves, they naturally understood the seriousness of the leak.

"Hiruzen! Mirror! Danzo! Here~"

In front of the Hokage Building, Hiruzen Sarutobi and his two companions were reunited with their long-lost friends, especially the towering Akimichi Torifu, who was quite conspicuous.

"Has it been a year since our last gathering?"

Koharu, dressed in a tight-fitting black outfit, had her short skirt slit almost up to her thighs for convenience. Her long black hair was piled high, and her beautiful face was filled with deep longing.

"To be precise, it is one year and 31 days."

Beside her, Mitokado Yan was much more composed than when he was a child. His glasses, perched on the bridge of his nose, were much thicker, and he appeared taciturn. However, the excitement could still be felt through the reflection in his glasses.

"Long time no see! Has everyone eaten?"

Even though he was already a man in his twenties, Akimichi Torifu's blush hadn't faded. His smiling baby face paired with his mountain-like figure created a striking visual impact.

"Let's catch up later."

Seeing that their gathering was about to turn into a tea party, the more responsible Hiruzen Sarutobi interrupted his teammates' pleasantries.

"Um."

The group nodded and entered the Hokage Building together.

Bang bang bang~

"Come in."

Tobirama Senju's voice carried a hint of weariness.

"I've met you, teacher." *6

"You've arrived."

Tobirama Senju, who was engrossed in studying intelligence, looked up at his disciples, who had become outstanding individuals, and a hint of satisfaction flashed in his bloodshot eyes.

"Teacher, what task do you have for us?"

Seeing Tobirama Senju's tired appearance, Hiruzen Sarutobi mustered his courage and asked,

"indeed."

Rubbing his aching temples, Tobirama Senju nodded, and F6 immediately stood at attention. The importance of this mission, given that the village secretary had personally ordered their summons, was self-evident.

"Teacher, is it about the task for the Great Teacher?"

Of the group, only Uchiha Kagami knew about the accident that had happened to Hashirama Senju. He raised his hand and asked,

"Huh? What's wrong, Mr. Hachiman?"

The others, who were unaware of the situation, asked in confusion,

"My older brother is sick."

Tobirama Senju pondered for a moment, then recounted Hashirama Senju's story to his disciples.

"Is even Gintoki helpless with Hachiman's illness?"

Koharu Utatane, who is skilled in medical ninjutsu, covered her mouth in surprise and looked on in disbelief when she heard that even Gin Uchiha's efforts had failed.

Her medical ninjutsu was learned from Uchiha Gin, so she naturally knew how terrifying her tutor's theoretical knowledge was. If even he couldn't cure her, then there was no one else in the entire village who could.

"Is our mission to go out and seek medical treatment?"

Mitomon pushed up his glasses and explained his analysis: since no one in the village could save him, they would have to look outside the village.

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's get going!"

Worried about delaying Hashirama Senju's treatment, Akimichi Torifu clapped his hands and shouted, while the others also looked eager to try.

"Wait! Who said I was going to tell you to go see a doctor?"

Seeing his disciples so concerned for their elder brother's safety, Tobirama Senju was deeply moved. However, he had not summoned them to go out and find a doctor.

"Then we..."

"The only hope to save our eldest brother now lies with Madara Uchiha."

"ha?"

The group was taken aback upon hearing this, especially Uchiha Kagami, who scratched his ear hard, trying to check if something was stuck inside.

Saving people? Wasn't Madara Uchiha's specialty killing?

"I'll explain the details on the way. You all go home and prepare. We'll leave first thing tomorrow morning."

Time was of the essence, and Tobirama Senju still had a massive amount of data to analyze. He simply didn't have time to explain Madara Uchiha's participation in the Knights' War to his disciples. After settling things down, he dismissed them.

"See you tomorrow."

After leaving the Hokage Building, the group said their goodbyes and went their separate ways.

Because Tobirama Senju's words were quite tantalizing, and with his doubts still undiminished, Kagami Uchiha inexplicably changed course and headed towards the grove on his way home.

That's when you should ask the amazing Uncle Silver~

Bang bang bang~

Creak~

"Back to Jingzai so soon?"

With a lazy expression, Uchiha Gin opened the door. He thought it was Senju Itama who had forgotten his keys, but instead, Uchiha Kagami stood at the door with a furrowed brow.

"Uncle Yin, I have something I'd like to ask you."

"Hey~ come in."

Uchiha Gin glanced at Uchiha Kagami, whose hands were empty, and sighed softly.

Kids these days really don't understand any social etiquette or manners!

"What would you like to drink?"

"It will be all right."

Clang~

The bright yellow sweet drink has arrived!

"Ton~ton~ton~"

Uchiha Kagami, whose mouth was parched, saw the limited-edition iced tea and his eyes lit up. He immediately raised his head to show off.

"Ah~ That feels great!"

"Hurry up and tell me, or it'll be lunchtime soon."

"Forehead?"

If you visit someone's home without even bringing a souvenir, don't even think about getting a free meal.

"Uncle Yin, the teacher said only the clan leader can save the Great Master. What exactly does that mean?"

Oh, so that's what you wanted to ask about~

Uchiha Gin narrowed his eyes. It seemed that the white-haired guy had already started team-up mode, gathering the F6 to prepare to join his cousin's team.

"I'm not entirely sure either, but Hashirama's body at the bottom of the cell did indeed develop some troublesome problems."

Shaking his head, Uchiha Gin didn't tell Mirror about his cousin's participation in the Knights' Battle beforehand.

It's too complicated to explain, so let's leave it to the white-haired guy.

"Alright, then I'll take my leave."

Seeing that he couldn't get any answers from Uchiha Gin, Uchiha Kagami had no choice but to get up and prepare to leave.

"Bean sack~"

Watching his nephew's departing figure, Uchiha Gin suddenly had an idea and called out to him.

"Uncle Yin, is there anything else?"

Uchiha Kagami turned around in confusion.

"I happened to have some free time recently, so I researched and made a little gadget. I'll give it to you~"

After rummaging around behind him for a while, Uchiha Gin pulled out a high-tech bracelet from his four-dimensional anus and casually tossed it over.

"This is?"

The bracelet felt cool to the touch and, although it looked heavy, it was actually quite light. Uchiha Kagami examined it and found that apart from its unique design, there was nothing else particularly special about it.

"This is for emergencies; I hope you won't need it."

With a wave of his hand, Uchiha Gin indicated that he should go back to where he came from.

"Thank you, Uncle Yin~"

Although he didn't understand the bracelet's function, Uchiha Gin was certain that it was a high-quality product, so Uchiha Kagami thanked him, carefully put it away, and turned to leave.

"There are more and more people now; it looks like it'll be much more lively than I expected!"

Nozama

The once desolate town, haunted by ghosts, has been restored to peace and is now thriving again, its overall size significantly larger than before.

In a typical house located in a relatively remote part of the town, a middle-aged man frowned and asked his wife, who was packing their luggage, "..."

"Mako, are you really going?"

"The letter said that those who don't go will have their Kamen Rider status stripped by Kamen Rider Decade himself."

Mako, exuding a mature aura, looked down at the gray driver placed in the center of her luggage with a hint of struggle on her face, and gently shook her head.

"No, this is too dangerous. In your current state, how could you possibly be a match for them?"

"If I could, I would also like to give up, but..."

Upon hearing her husband Shinka's words, Mako sighed softly, reaching out to stroke her slightly protruding belly. Her gentle, watery eyes instantly hardened.

"I must go for our children."

next day

Because Madara Uchiha and Tobirama Senju's mission was classified, they changed their meeting point to the Valley of the End, a hundred miles away from Konoha.

Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju fought their final battle here before the founding of Konoha. After the founding of Konoha, to commemorate that battle that symbolized the reconciliation between the two clans, the village specially built a huge stone sculpture of the two standing opposite each other.

Having the convenient Flying Thunder God Technique, Tobirama Senju, who was the first to arrive at this place, stood on top of the stone statue of Madara Uchiha. After looking around and confirming that no one was around, he reached for his waistband.

Shh. Shhh.

As expected of a master of Water Release techniques~

A pale yellow jet of water shot out, flowing down a shallow trail that had appeared out of nowhere, onto the solemn face of the stone sculpture. Seeing this, a rare look of relief appeared on Tobirama Senju's usually cold face.

With a shudder, Tobirama Senju, having shaken off the last drop, smugly pulled up his trousers. Just as he was fastening his belt, a voice filled with overwhelming rage rang out behind him.

"Peeing and pooping anywhere? Cut it off!" (End of Chapter)