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

Chapter 560 Chiyo's Scar

Under the Third Hokage's "fair" ruling, the newly emerging inspection team was disbanded on the spot, and a department called the Konoha Police Force came into the public eye in its place.

This new department, composed entirely of Uchiha members, demonstrated its unparalleled success to the villagers, proving their determination to pursue the truth and earning widespread praise.

As they walked down the street in their new uniforms bearing the insignia of the Konoha Police Force, they clearly felt a change in the way the surrounding villagers looked at them—a stark contrast to how they had previously viewed floods and ferocious beasts.

From that moment on, these problem children left behind in Konoha experienced the sense of accomplishment that comes with work for the first time.

Although their faces still maintained an aloof, unapproachable demeanor, the slight upturn at the corners of their lips betrayed the joy hidden deep within their hearts.

This feeling isn't bad at all!

Just when everything in the village was going well, the crisis of war was quietly approaching.

early morning,

As one of the very few Uchiha who wasn't assigned to the Konoha Police Force, Uchiha Gin continued his leisurely daily life.

Before he becomes completely invincible, the work in the dungeon that provides him with a stable supply of mana points must not be neglected.

I'm going to work.

"Go home early after get off work, don't go out fooling around."

"Okay, okay~"

After bidding farewell to Senju Itama, who had seen him off, Uchiha Gin, yawning repeatedly, stepped onto the commuting route he had walked for decades. Smelling the rich, everyday atmosphere of the streets, he couldn't help but sigh.

"Phew~ another peaceful day."

"Grandpa Gin!"

Before he could finish speaking, a figure rushing towards him interrupted his exclamation. Turning to look at Tsunade's rosy cheeks behind him, Uchiha Gin scratched his head in confusion.

"Yo! It's Gang. Didn't you go to train today?"

"Tsunade! Wait for us!"

Before Tsunade could answer, two familiar figures arrived, albeit late. Jiraiya, sweating profusely from chasing after them, was nearby, panting and shouting.

"Hmph~ It's because you guys are too slow."

"Of course you can run fast if there are no obstacles in front of you."

Unconvinced, Jiraiya picked his nose and deliberately made an arc in front of his chest, making Tsunade, who was concerned about her development, tremble with anger. Her pink fist, gleaming with blue light, was poised to strike.

"Go to hell!"

Uchiha Gin, standing to the side, watched the harmonious "gambling, prostitution, and drugs" team with great interest, and nodded subtly.

Great, full of energy, that's youth.

"Greetings, Grandpa Yin."

Orochimaru seemed completely unfazed by Tsunade's beating of Jiraiya, not even bothering to glance at it, and instead gave a slightly restrained bow to the Uchiha clan.

"Orochimaru, you're so polite. Here's some candy for you."

Uchiha Gin grinned, clearly pleased, and pulled out a few lollipops from his bag, handing them over.

"Thank you, Grandpa Yin, but I just finished getting my last set of permanent teeth recently, so I really can't enjoy this."

Looking at the colorful lollipops with a blank expression, Orochimaru touched his still-sore gums and shook his head, refusing Uchiha Gin's offer.

"That's such a pity."

Reluctantly taking back the candy, Uchiha Gin curiously observed the three's everyday attire, which was different from their usual training clothes.

"Aren't you going to see your teacher for training today?"

The three had only recently become disciples, and given Hiruzen Sarutobi's strict nature, he shouldn't have given them a chance to rest.

"The teacher had something important to do today, so he gave the three of us a day off."

Orochimaru nodded and, without hesitation, revealed the Hokage's schedule, which was supposed to be kept highly confidential. Seeing that Uchiha Gin still looked curious, he explained directly...

"People from Sunagakure have arrived."

Sunagakure Village?

Uchiha Gin was taken aback. He hadn't been in contact with Shamon Prison for a long time, but from the records left by Shukaku in the Tailed Beasts Chat Room, he could at least confirm that the other party was living a pretty fulfilling retirement life.

"Do you know who's coming?"

There are hardly any familiar faces left in the entire village. Since someone from Sunagakure is coming, they might be someone I know, Takemi. I can invite them out for a drink and reconnect.

Well...

Orochimaru frowned almost imperceptibly, not knowing who the visitor was. He had only overheard his teacher casually mention that an envoy from Sunagakure would be visiting the next day during his training yesterday.

"I know!"

Just then, Jiraiya, with a tangle of bruises on his head, struggled to raise his hand. Seeing this, Gin Uchiha raised his hand to stop the angry Tsuna.

How did you know?

Looking at Jiraiya getting up from the ground with a puzzled expression, Gin Uchiha was filled with questions.

Even the meticulous Orochimaru didn't know the inside story, how did you, such a careless brat, find out?

"Hi! I heard him say that last night when I was handing in my manuscript to the teacher."

It turns out that Jiraiya regularly submits his masterpieces to Hiruzen Sarutobi for review, and last night happened to be the submission day.

When he arrived, he happened to run into his teacher and a few elders having a small meeting. They didn't take Jiraiya's sudden appearance seriously, so they didn't hide the content of their meeting from him.

"I think the delegation was led by a Sunagakure elder named Ebizo."

So it was that kid.

As expected, it was an acquaintance. Uchiha Gin nodded thoughtfully. He wondered what Ebizo was doing in Konoha. He would invite him out for a lemonade later that evening to show his hospitality.

"Since you three are off today, where are you planning to go?"

Having obtained the information he wanted, Uchiha Gin smiled slightly and asked,

"Honey x Ice City!"

The three answered in unison.

"We're having a promotion lately: chilled lemonade for as low as 190 taels when ordered in a group!"

Jiraiya rubbed his hands together, a shrewd smile on his face. He was a poor kid, and he would never miss an opportunity to take advantage of anyone.

"I see. Well then, as payment for the information, how about I treat you to some sweet drinks?"

Gin Uchiha never takes advantage of others. Since Jiraiya shared important information with him, he felt it necessary to give the others some perks.

"Yay!" *3

bang~

Please.

He raised his hand and created a shadow clone. Uchiha nodded to the other party. He still had to attend class, otherwise he wouldn't get his perfect attendance award.

"Huh? It's me again?"

The summoned shadow clone curled its lip; inheriting the original's slovenly personality, it didn't want to go to work for even a minute longer.

"You can have a piece of the treasure in the bottom left drawer."

Seeing the listless shadow clone, Uchiha Gin gritted his teeth and reluctantly shared his treasured candy with it.

"Really!?"

Upon hearing this, the clone's eyes lit up. As a shadow clone with the memories of the original body, he naturally knew what was hidden in that drawer.

"You can only eat one piece!"

"I love going to work!"

Watching his shadow clone's joyful retreating figure, Uchiha Gin finally breathed a sigh of relief. These days, his clones were becoming increasingly difficult to fool.

Sensing three strange gazes behind him, Uchiha Gin turned around in confusion, only to meet the mocking eyes of the newly born Sannin.

"Grandpa Yin, you..."

"What's wrong?"

Kan Ze hesitated, then turned to Uchiha Gin, who blinked.

"The way you interact with your shadow clone is quite...unconventional."

After refining her words, Tsunade swallowed the word "weird" that was on the tip of her tongue and replaced it with a more conservative adjective.

"There's nothing we can do; everyone has their struggles."

Raising an eyebrow, Uchiha Gin reached out and patted Tsunade's head, speaking earnestly.

Since his shadow clones had already gone to work and farm steel in his place, there was no need for Gin Uchiha to go anymore. So, he took the three excited little ones and headed towards the promised Honey Ice City.

Before long, the three arrived at the Honey Ice Cream Shop at the edge of the village. It was early morning, and there were no customers inside, only staff preparing to greet customers. However, Uchiha Gin spotted a familiar figure at the cashier.

"Ding-a-ling~"

Welcome!

As soon as I pushed open the door, the busy staff inside immediately greeted me in unison.

"Please order whatever you'd like to drink."

Gin glanced back at the three eager children, then calmed them down before greeting a familiar face at the checkout counter.

"Good morning, Xiao Zhili. What brings you to the shop today?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Uchiha Shigeaki, who was taking stock of the accounts, looked up in surprise, a hint of joy flashing in his cold eyes.

But out of concern for Uchiha Gin's health, her face tightened, and she uttered words from her rosy, full lips that chilled the heart.

"Mr. Yin, you've already used up all your quota for this year. If you keep drinking, I won't be able to explain it to Senior Guang."

"Don't worry, I didn't drink it."

Pointing to the three kids whispering around the menu, Uchiha Gin chuckled and explained.

"Mr. Yin, instructing children to make purchases is a crime."

Unexpectedly, Uchiha Gin's thought process was so unique that he couldn't keep up with her pace for a moment.

"Do you really think I'm that untrustworthy?"

"That's right."

Having received a positive answer from his beloved disciple, Uchiha Gin was heartbroken. Throughout his life, he had always valued the word "trust," otherwise he wouldn't have made so many friends all over the world.

"Please use it."

Just as Uchiha Gin was feeling dejected, a pale yellow drink was pushed towards him by a pair of delicate, fair hands.

"This is?"

Smelling the faint sweet scent emanating from the blankets, Uchiha Gin paused slightly, then asked in surprise,

"This is a new product; it contains sugar-free artificial sweeteners."

"Waaaaah, Little Zhili really loves me the most~"

With tears streaming down his face, Uchiha Gin picked up the unfamiliar new sweet drink and took a small sip. The rich and layered flavor immediately won him over.

Uchiha Shigeaki stiffened upon hearing this, subtly turning his head to the side, a hint of smugness lingering in his cool voice.

"Mr. Yin, please don't say such misleading things."

"Ding-a-ling~"

"Welcome to Honey Ice City!"

Surprisingly, besides them, there were other people drinking Honey Ice Cream so early in the morning. The three little ones, who were gathered around the menu, looked up and their eyes fell on the figure entering the room.

The newcomer was wearing a grayish-brown cloak, and apart from a glimpse of her slender figure hidden underneath, nothing else could be seen.

Uchiha Gin, who was intently savoring the new product, suddenly looked up.

This aura

Why is that fat raccoon cat here?

"Please give me a red bean sundae!"

Before the person even arrived, the voice preceded them. Hearing the slightly hoarse female voice beside him, Uchiha Gin blinked in confusion.

Wasn't it said that it was my younger brother who was coming?

Chiyo, who had been wrapped in a heavy cloak, finally removed the disguise covering her head, her large eyes filled with anticipation as she saw the light of day again.

She'd been craving this red bean sundae for a long time. Although there was a branch of Honey Ice Cream in the Land of Wind, it never tasted as authentic as the Konoha flagship store.

"Please wait a moment."

Uchiha Osamu looked at the mature and beautiful woman before her, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. She recognized this woman; she was from Sunagakure.

just

Why does she have the aura of a tailed beast's chakra?

"Thank you. Huh!? Uncle Gin!"

Chiyo finally breathed a sigh of relief as she was about to eat the sundae she had been longing for. Only then did she shift her gaze from the sundae image on the signboard to a familiar curly-haired man.

"Sasiple, little Chiyo~"

Uchiha Gin raised his hand with a smile, and noticing the teasing look in his eyes, Chiyo's face instantly flushed red, and she became stiff and reserved.

"Long time no see, Uncle Yin."

After sitting down opposite Uchiha Gin, Chiyo cautiously examined his unchanging face, her eyes filled with undisguised envy.

Even now, though she has become a Tailed Beast Knight and possesses a massive amount of chakra beyond the reach of ordinary people, she has not escaped the erosion of time.

Of course, this doesn't mean she's gotten old or ugly. On the contrary, Chiyo, who just turned thirty, exudes the most alluring charm a woman can have.

Her full figure is like a spring in the desert, oozing water with the slightest touch.

"How are you doing in prison, Shramana? How is your recovery going?"

Seeing that his eldest niece was clearly a bit reserved, Uchiha Gin took the initiative to start a conversation, asking about the recent situation of Shamon, who had almost been drained of his life force by the God Tree seed.

"The teacher is very good; he still has the energy to teach new students recently."

Having already become a Kage, Chiyo quickly composed herself, smiling sweetly at Uchiha Gin, her mature charm undeniable.

"Taking on new disciples again? The monks in the prison are truly old in years but young in spirit."

I didn't expect Shamon to keep busy even after retirement. He truly deserves to be called the workaholic of Sunagakure. Compared to him, I'm simply ashamed.

"That's right, they're called disciples, but they're actually the teacher's children."

Thinking of her junior brother who had shown talent in Magnet Release at a young age, Chiyo replied with a smile that with Shukaku's help, there would only be more and more Magnet Release geniuses in Sunagakure.

At that moment, Uchiha Osamu, carrying a red bean sundae, walked over. His scrutinizing gaze swept over the two people who were in a harmonious atmosphere, leaving a meaningful look before he turned and left.

"By the way, I heard that the visiting Sunagakure delegation was led by Ebizo. How come you know?"

Sensing a not-too-malicious malice directed at him, Uchiha Gin immediately changed the subject, seemingly to avoid suspicion, steer the conversation from personal matters to work.

Upon hearing this question, Chiyo, who was stirring her sundae, paused, a rare look of seriousness appearing on her beautiful face.

She was originally the representative of the delegation, but some unexpected events occurred on the way. In order to avoid attracting attention, she temporarily used her younger brother as a scapegoat while she herself went into hiding.

"Uncle Yin, you may not know this, but the brutal battle of the Tailed Beast Riders has begun again."

"ha?"

(End of this chapter)