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

"No, Lord Izuna, how can you expect me, a logistics elder nearing retirement, to be in charge?"

Uchiha Ryuzaki, who was yawning and slacking off, pointed to himself with a surprised expression. Ever since Uchiha Gin had elevated him to the position of elder, he had worked diligently for the clan without daring to slack off in the slightest.

He was finally about to retire and enjoy his old age, so why was he pulled out again and entrusted with such an important task?

"Elder Lü, please don't be modest. The organization has seen your work attitude over the years. The position of the chief elder is rightfully yours."

Uchiha Izuna shook his head, spouting nonsense with a straight face. If his older cousin hadn't recommended Uchiha Ryōza to him, he would have almost forgotten that this person existed.

"How can a lowly elder who started as a prison guard be appointed as the head of the family?"

Just as things had quieted down for a moment, Uchiha Setsuna jumped out again, his sinister eyes fixed on Uchiha Ryuzaki, whose face was full of resistance, as if he wanted nothing more than to replace him.

As the son of the previous Grand Elder, Uchiha Ryukage, his previous work in the security forces was merely a transitional phase.

Once his service period is over, he will be able to take over the responsibilities left by his father and, with the support of the former regime's loyalists, become the new Grand Elder, the number one person after the Uchiha brothers.

Now, Uchiha Izuna tells him that the position of Grand Elder will be held by the usually unremarkable Uchiha Ryōzashi, which is unacceptable to him.

"He's not worthy, but are you?"

Glancing briefly, Uchiha Izuna saw Uchiha Setsuna jumping up and down, a fleeting hint of impatience crossing his mind.

As my older cousin was right, these clansmen who were left behind embody all the flaws of the Uchiha clan: arrogant, eccentric, and disdainful of others. If they were brought back to the Land of Waves, they would likely cause considerable trouble for the Uchiha's new world.

"Uchiha Setsuna, even if your father were alive, he wouldn't dare to speak so arrogantly at the clan meeting. I'll let you off this time because you've only recently been released from prison and your mindset hasn't adjusted yet."

Uchiha Izuna gently shook his head. There's a saying that a tiger father begets no dog son, but how could Uchiha Ryukage have given birth to such a good-for-nothing?

"But you may escape the death penalty, but you can't escape punishment. Since you look down on the jailers so much, then for the next year, you will be cleaning in the prison."

"Lord Izuna, you can't."

Upon hearing that he would be sent to a dark and dreary prison, where he would deal with stinking criminals every day, Uchiha Setsuna instantly cowered and immediately knelt down, ready to beg Uchiha Izuna for forgiveness.

"Stop talking. Don't you know that your father was also a prison guard? I'm making you follow in your father's footsteps, hoping you can learn something from it."

Uchiha Izuna glared fiercely at the terrified Uchiha Setsuna, then waved his hand.

"If you have something to say, please speak; otherwise, the court may adjourn."

Soon, the clansmen, bombarded by a series of explosive news, gradually dispersed. Uchiha Ryōza, who was promoted just before retirement, was still using his Sharingan to confirm whether he was under a genjutsu, but the result left him utterly disappointed.

"Sigh, I was just about to go home and hold my granddaughter~"

With a soft sigh, the three tomoe swirling in his eyes faded, and a look of helplessness appeared on Uchiha Lucha's aged face.

"Congratulations, Brother Lü Cha, you've been reborn, like a withered tree blossoming again."

Uchiha Kaku, who was walking from not far away, smiled and offered his congratulations.

"Don't laugh at me anymore, you're in the Fire Core Prison. Do you think I don't know my own limitations?"

Uchiha Lucha shook his head with a wry smile.

The two had worked together in the same prison and had always had a good relationship. They often met and drank at Uchiha Taro's barbecue restaurant.

"Are you free today? Let's grab a drink."

Uchiha Hikaru's smile remained unchanged as he invited Uchiha Lucha to a gathering that evening.

"Just the two of us? Who else is there?"

"Let's call Brother Yin too, and Erlang as well."

How could a gathering be complete without their good friend, Uchiha Gin? As Fire Core spoke, he mentioned another friend they knew well, but his expression instantly darkened.

"Don't be too sad. So much time has passed. You should let go of Erlang's sacrifice."

A hint of sadness flashed in Uchiha Lucha's eyes. He raised his hand and patted the shoulder of the silent Uchiha Hiko, offering words of comfort.

"If I had gone on that mission with him, Erlang might not have died, or at least he wouldn't have ended up with no remains."

With tears in his eyes and a face full of remorse, Uchiha Kanoku's fists, bulging with veins, were clenched tightly, showing that he had been immersed in the grief of losing his friend all these years.

"Cheer up! If Erlang could know this from beyond the grave, he certainly wouldn't want to see his dear friend so dejected."

"I couldn't even protect Erlang's belongings properly, so what right do I have to call myself his best friend?"

Uchiha Kako wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes, his heart filled with guilt towards his friend. He hadn't even properly protected the magazine that Jiro had treasured for so many years.

That despicable thief!

I will definitely bring you to justice!

On the day the relics are recovered, he will burn those indescribable magazines at Erlang's grave, so that his friend's thirsty soul may find peace.

This is why, even after so many years, Uchiha Higanbana has repeatedly refused promotions within the clan, insisting on remaining on the front lines of Konoha's security.

Otherwise, given his qualifications and connections, he would have long ago risen to the top ranks of the clan and become a respected law enforcement elder.

As the sun sets, the residents of Konoha, who have worked hard all day, are finally able to relax. Groups of villagers flock to Konoha's commercial street, searching for something to satisfy their hunger.

After a long day of missions, the ninjas put down their kunai, changed into ordinary clothes, and blended into the everyday life of the city, enjoying their leisure time.

Dalang Barbecue Restaurant, a 20-year-old establishment, is still packed with customers. Many locals who have been eating there since childhood are regulars, saying that they feel unwell if they don't eat there for a day.

"Brother, please arrange a seat for us."

After the clan meeting ended, Uchiha Ryōzashi and Uchiha Hōko, who had been walking together, opened the shop door and greeted Uchiha Taro, who was sitting behind the cashier, with smiles.

"You guys! Rare guests indeed! Yako! Hurry up and tidy up the usual spot."

Uchiha Taro, standing behind the cashier, smiled and waved his hand. Now quite old, he no longer had the energy to stay in the kitchen and had retired to a less demanding role, becoming a hands-off manager.

After his younger brother's sudden "sacrifice" a few years ago, Uchiha Taro was depressed for a long time, and his once-thriving shop closed its doors to customers for quite some time.

Just when everyone thought he was still grieving the loss of his brother, he surprisingly reopened the shop, and with far more enthusiasm than before.

Not only did he expand the store's scale with a generous gesture, but he also opened several branches in the Land of Fire, and business was booming.

Recent news suggests that he plans to open a store in the Land of Waves, thousands of miles away from the Land of Fire, and that it will be the largest investment in the store, with the couple personally overseeing the project.

"Just the two of you?"

As Uchiha Taro led the two deeper into the shop, he turned back and asked,

"We also made an appointment with Brother Yin."

Uchiha Kakuzu shook his head and said that he had already sent a shadow clone to invite Uchiha Gin, who should be arriving soon according to the time.

"You also made an appointment with Ah Yin!? Then I'll have to let the supplier know later."

Upon hearing that Uchiha Gin was also mentioned, Uchiha Taro's expression suddenly froze.

His shop's stock of pork kidneys was almost depleted, and he needed to stock up to prepare for any eventuality.

Bang bang bang——

"Who is it?"

With a rhythmic knock, Senju Itama, wearing an apron and already preparing dinner, peeked out from under the door.

"Fire core?"

Upon seeing the middle-aged man standing outside the door, she blinked in confusion at first, then her beautiful black eyes subtly swept over his empty hands, her delicate brows furrowing slightly.

How dare they come to my door without bringing anything?

"Is there something you need? We didn't cook tonight."

Senju Itama secretly hid the kitchen knife behind his back and spoke nonsense with a straight face.

"That's perfect, let's all join in."

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Fire Core's shadow clone was taken aback, then smiled and extended an invitation.

At that moment, Uchiha Gin, who was lying dead inside the house, heard the familiar voice and curiously came over.

"Oh my! What a rare guest, from the bottom of the Fire Core Prison~"

Pushing his black and white head, which was stuck in the door crack, down further, Uchiha Gin ignored Senju Itama's quiet murmurs and greeted Uchiha Hikaru with a smile.

"Brother Yin, you didn't attend today's clan gathering, so you probably don't know about Brother Lü Cha's promotion, right?"

"Promotion? Oh, I really don't know."

Upon hearing this news, Uchiha Gin scratched his head in confusion, a barely perceptible look of realization flashing in his dull, lifeless eyes.

It seems my little cousin can't wait to enjoy the luxuries and wealth!

"To celebrate Brother Lü Cha's promotion to Chief Elder, I've set up a table at Da Lang's place today, so everyone can get together."

"Okay, okay, no problem."

"A bastard wouldn't leave a free meal," Uchiha Gin readily agreed, casually patting Senju Itama's head as he sat beneath him.

"Go call Xiaoguang, let's go have a nice meal tonight!"

"Now that the notification has been given, my task is complete. See you later."

Having completed its mission of delivering the message, Uchiha Fire Core, as a shadow clone, had no further reason to exist and ended its short life by raising its hand.

"Are they all leaving one by one?"

Watching the Uchiha Fire Core vanish into white smoke, Uchiha Gin shook his head with a sigh.

Because he knew that besides his younger cousin, many other acquaintances would also be leaving on this trip.

A short while later, Uchiha Gin, now dressed in a white striped yukata and with a strawberry-flavored lollipop dangling from his mouth, squatted alone at the front door, waiting for the remaining two women.

"Women are such a hassle."

Even after the lollipops in their mouths had completely melted, the two girls still showed no sign of getting up. Uchiha Gin had no choice but to pull out another orange-yellow lollipop, preparing to have another one.

Before he could even tear open the packaging, a black hole the size of a palm appeared next to his ear.

A cool breeze carrying a faint fragrance swept by, and a slender black hand, reaching out from another dimension, swiftly snatched the lollipop that exuded a sweet and sour aroma.

"Sister Wang, didn't we already feed her today?"

Looking at his empty hands, Uchiha Gin asked with a hint of helplessness,

"You guys are going to eat something delicious, I want some too."

"Alright, alright, what can I do? We're practically family now, aren't we?"

Hearing the cold voice beside him, Uchiha Gin curled his lip, then reached into his backpack and pulled out a few more lollipops of the same flavor, tossing them into the black hole.

"Hmph~"

From the satisfied humming sound from the other party, it was clear that Wang Liang was very satisfied with Uchiha Gin's answer.

"Slurp~"

In the Shadow Realm, Kaguya, dressed in a white kimono, licked a sweet and sour lollipop with a satisfied expression.

Thinking of how Uchiha Gin had just treated her like family, for some reason, a strange flutter suddenly stirred within her.

The white eyes narrowed into slits, a strange light flickering within them, carrying an unfathomable meaning.

"This descendant is truly delightful, far superior to those two rebellious sons."

Ding Ding Ding-

"Oh, you're finally down! It would have been dark if we'd come any later!"

Bored to the point of squatting on the ground counting ants, Uchiha Gin twitched his ears and, without turning his head, muttered a sarcastic remark.

"Gintoki, how's my new yukata?"

Uchiha Hikaru's sweet voice rang out, and Uchiha Gin turned his head curiously, only to see two pretty figures.

On the left, Hikari has shed her usual serious battle tribe uniform and changed into a pink yukata with a cherry blossom pattern. The slightly tight yukata accentuates the girl's beautiful figure.

His gaze traveled down from Uchiha Gin's pale legs, barely visible beneath her skirt, and his lifeless, dead fish eyes immediately lit up.

It turned out to be...

Bare feet!

Barefoot is the best!

"Ah Yin, could you please stop staring at people like that?"

Feeling the burning gaze of Uchiha Gin, Uchiha Hikaru, who hadn't worn a yukata in a long time, blushed slightly, bit her lip, and asked shyly, tugging at her sleeve.

Her bare feet, clad in thick-soled sandals, clenched unnaturally, her delicate, silkworm-like toes turning red in sync with her.

This sight made Uchiha Gin, a seasoned veteran of the porridge forum, very hungry.

Hold on!

"Thank you for the meal!"

Upon witnessing such a beautiful sight, Uchiha Gin immediately gave Uchiha Hikaru a thumbs-up to express his gratitude.

"Hmph! Curly-haired baboon! What about mine? What about mine?!"

Seeing that Uchiha Gin's gaze was fixed on Uchiha Hikaru beside him, Senju Itama, who had also changed into a yukata, put his hands on his hips and let out a jealous snort.

"What a huge shock!"

Reluctantly withdrawing his gaze, Uchiha Gin shifted his attention to the black-and-white girl beside him, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes.

"Tsk tsk tsk, as expected of the pure Thousand Hands bloodline, their magnanimity is also inherited."

Having grown accustomed to seeing Senju Itama in simple home clothes, her sudden change into a figure-hugging yukata was surprisingly charming.

It still features the black and white color blocking that young girls love, and the well-arranged patterns create a strong visual impact.

This made her already impressive figure even more magnificent, even surpassing the future fully-formed Tsuna.

Because she was much taller than Hikaru next to her, the yukata couldn't completely cover her long, slender legs. If they were left exposed to the air like that, she would definitely catch a cold.

So, the owner of these legs had a brilliant idea and dressed them in a tight, glossy black silk garment. Under the white light, it reflected a delicate, oily sheen, making it even more alluring than before it was dressed.

"Slurp~ Honestly, if you'd told me there was food at home, I wouldn't have gone out!"

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