Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan.

Chapter 456 Immortality

"That bastard Boruto is probably using us as an excuse to go out and fool around again."

"Last time Aunt Hinata asked, I covered for him. This time, no matter how much he begs me, I will tell Aunt Hinata the truth."

Amidst huffing and puffing, a pair of children around twelve years old walked into the hamburger shop.

Both had black hair, and their clothes had a clan crest on the back that resembled a billiard paddle, clearly indicating that they were both members of the Uchiha clan.

"Young Master."

The cashier at the front desk clearly recognized the two little guys in front of her: Uchiha Yu, the son of the current Uchiha clan leader, Uchiha Kumo.

Uchiha Yu scratched his head helplessly: "Please, can you not call me that? The hamburger shop is clan property, it's not appropriate to call me that."

The cashier still had a smile on her face: "Lord Yun entrusted such a profitable business to the clan so that people like us without talent could have jobs. We know that's good."

With no other option, Uchiha Yu could only order some things, insist on paying, and then find a seat with Sarada.

After sitting down, Sarada suppressed a laugh and said, "No wonder you never wanted to come to the burger joint, so that's why... But why didn't you refuse to come this time?"

Yu shrugged: "I used to feel a bit awkward about it, but now... well, as long as I can control my mind, it's not a big deal, it's just a little embarrassing."

"I am me, and my father is my father. Although I have wanted to get rid of this background since I was a child because of my ridiculous pride, I have more or less figured it out now."

Have you figured it out?

Sarada looked at Yu: "Uncle Yun... do you have time to give you lessons lately?"

Yu's eyes widened: "What? Can't I figure it out myself?"

Sarada chuckled: "Your personality was pretty much the same as Boruto's when you were little, so pretentious! Boruto's transformation is largely thanks to Uncle Yun... I remember Aunt Hinata even went to thank him back then, and the Fourth Hokage's whole family went too."

"call……"

Uchiha Yu let out a breath, and indeed it was true.

However, what was supposed to be a class was actually a lonely orphan's journey. Unknowingly, he stepped into a genjutsu, and under the identity swap, he experienced an ordinary life without parents and even the Sharingan.

Six years old! At six years old, you have to find ways to make a living, and you have to handle everything on your own.

He was reduced from twelve years old to six, losing his identity as a member of the Uchiha clan, losing his status as the eldest son of the strongest ninja in the world, and forgetting all his ninjutsu and the early education he received from the Uchiha clan.

A magical graduation trip made him realize that his so-called self-reliance and surpassing his father was nothing more than a pretentious display of his own pride.

After that, he could clearly feel that his personality had changed a lot.

At the very least, most of that unwarranted pride has been worn away.

"Let's talk about that bastard. I guess we might be in the same class this time, just like the strongest Team 7 back in the Fifth Generation's time."

Yu chuckled self-deprecatingly, "Never mind, they can't compare to the Fifth Hokage's Team 7. I heard that when the Fifth Hokage and his team graduated, Uncle Sasuke had already awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan."

Sarada shook her head slightly: "Indeed, they can't be compared. And I heard... that at that time, the strongest member of Team 7 was Aunt Hinata. Dad and the Fifth Hokage were both a bit weaker than Aunt Hinata."

Yu shrugged: "So, inheriting Team 7 is probably not a good idea. Even the Mangekyou Sharingan isn't the strongest. Now I understand why Shino-sensei always says we're the worst class."

"It's not exactly the worst..."

As the voice rang out, a guy with an exceptionally high hairline, who looked exactly like Shikamaru, walked over.

Yu gave up her seat and sat down on the deer platform.

"My dad keeps saying that our generation is being given high hopes, although I can't guess why, because no matter how you look at it, we're all far behind."

Shikadai looked around as he spoke, "Isn't Boruto with you guys? Looks like the Hokage will need to take leave and go home early tonight, so Dad can probably come back sooner too."

Uchiha Yu laughed and said, "That guy... doesn't even dare to go to the Uchiha clan's territory now. I guess he's scared of what my dad did to him last time."

"Knock knock knock".

Sarada tapped the table, interrupting their conversation.

"Today we need to discuss the graduation exam, and also the assessment for instructing Jonin after the class assignments!"

At this moment, the waiter brought the food over.

The burger shop originally required customers to take a number and pick up their burgers themselves, but because of Uchiha Yu, so...

"The treatment is definitely different when you're with the young master of the Uchiha clan. The class divisions are becoming more and more solidified..."

As Lu Tai spoke, he looked out the glass window at the hurried crowds, all seemingly busy with their day's work.

From Shikamaru's conversations with his grandfather Shikaku, Shikadai was able to imagine what the ninja world was like a dozen years ago.

Over the past decade or so, through repeated reforms and explorations, peaceful development has become the mainstream for the five major powers, and hunger and cold have become a thing of the past.

The widespread use of trams has made travel a very convenient thing.

Even small countries still embroiled in conflict and war would never dare to covet trams.

However, after more than a decade, class stratification has gradually solidified.

That's why Grandpa and Father are planning to cut a group of people, seemingly not just wealthy individuals in corporations, but also some of the bloated organizations established in the early stages of reform.

"As long as a system exists, privileges will inevitably exist. But those who possess privileges need to be clear-headed and understand why these privileges exist."

Yu leaned back and took a sip of cola: "The blessings of a virtuous man last only five generations. My father told the Uchiha a long time ago: personal glory belongs to the Uchiha, but the glory of the Uchiha does not belong to any individual."

Sarada's eyes lit up at these words: "Only Uncle Yun could use such slang. Dad and Uncle Shisui have also said that it was Uncle Yun who changed the fate of the Uchiha clan."

Lu Tai looked at Yu with some confusion: "Have you already accepted reality?"

Yu shrugged. "People always have to face reality. My status and bloodline give me unparalleled strength, and with that strength and my efforts, there's a chance that one day my father will be honored because of me. Isn't that right?"

Sarada gave her a thumbs up: "Commendable courage. It's been many years since anyone has had this kind of courage, but I support you!"

"Also, I want to say that... the reason we've gathered here is to discuss the graduation exam and the assessments after class placement."

Lutai swallowed the hamburger in his mouth: "It shouldn't be a big problem. I originally thought Yu's personality would be the biggest issue, but now it should be simple."

Sarada asked, "Could you tell me who the Jonin teacher is?"

Shikadai laughed and said, "Shouldn't that question be asked of Boruto? But that makes sense, the Hokage doesn't get home from get off work until late at night, and he goes to bed early every day because he plays around like crazy."

"I couldn't guess, but you guys are definitely special. After all, you're descendants of the strongest Team 7, plus the strongest ninja in the world..."

"boom!!"

The loud explosion interrupted Lutai's words, and the three of them stood up and looked over at the same time.

"That direction... is the Second Research Department, right?"

Shikadai frowned, not replying to Sarada, his mind preoccupied with some conversations between his father and grandfather.

The research direction of the Second Research Division was completely different from that of the original First Research Division. The First Research Division, which was led by Orochimaru and Kabuto Yakushi, focused on the development of biological and human power.

The desert greening in the Land of Wind, along with a series of new seeds and fertilizers, all originated from the First Research Department.

The trams that connect to various parts of the ninja world, the base stations that link different villages, and a series of modern constructions all came from the Second Research Department.

Previously, there was a leak of intelligence, or perhaps it was false information spread by someone with ulterior motives: Konoha's Research Division 1 had mastered the technology of immortality.

Lutai, who was eavesdropping, had no idea whether the information was true or not.

But given his intelligence, based on the information he has obtained so far, regardless of the veracity of this information, it is inevitable that it will attract the attention of various groups and the rulers of small countries.

When Daming Prefecture still existed, even if we take the historical time back to the Warring States period, the allure of eternal life was absolute for those in power.

After a period of calm, it was initially thought that Konoha's strength had deterred everyone's greed. However, it now seems that even Konoha, as the strongest ninja village in the world and the central decision-maker among the five great ninja villages, still cannot quell people's desire for longevity.

Even if the news is false.

However, given the continuous stream of research achievements from Konoha's scientific research department over the long term, those who yearn for immortality will inevitably take it seriously.

Perhaps this was the intended purpose of the informant.

"This is troublesome..."

Lu Tai, frowning, rubbed his temples.

Uchiha Yu, standing to the side, asked doubtfully, "Even if the research department explodes, it shouldn't be a big problem. With Dad around, unless Uzumaki Sora from Amegakure comes knocking on our door, it shouldn't be much of a trouble."

At that moment, figures flashed past, heading towards the research department.

The Uchiha clan members were among the security forces, but they were stopped by three masked ANBU members as soon as they reached the entrance of the hamburger shop.

"The Hokage has ordered that this incident be handled entirely by the Hokage's direct Anbu. The security forces are tasked with maintaining order within the village!"

A member of the security forces, an Uchiha, stepped forward and patted the other man on the shoulder without any hesitation: "You think I won't recognize you just because you're wearing a mask? But this way, everyone will probably believe the rumors from before..."

The ANBU member took a step back: "I'm now a direct subordinate of the Hokage, don't reveal my identity!"

"Alright, alright, go ahead. If there are any guards here, I'll stop them for you."

He waved his hand, saying, "Let's go back to the clan's quarters for drinks tonight. I wonder which stubborn bastard thought it was twenty years ago? Heh!"

The helpless member glanced at him and left in a flash. This guy was a well-known chatterbox in the clan, which was why he failed the member's test and could only work in the garrison.

If we don't leave now, our identities might be revealed at any moment. Then we'll have to face disciplinary action when we get back.

……

At the hamburger shop, Uchiha Yu saw that the clansman was about to leave, so he quickly went up to greet him and ask what was wrong.

Because of the conversation just now, it's clear that even the security forces know a lot of things, especially since this guy is known for his loose tongue.

After a while, Uchiha Yu returned.

After exchanging a glance with Shikadai, he said, "If the intelligence is false, then it's obvious that someone wants to deal with Konoha."

Lu Tai nodded: "If that's true, then the enemy's goal is to muddy the waters so they can get a chance to obtain the latest research results from this research department."

Sarada, who was standing to the side, was a little confused.

what's going on?

Why can't she understand anything?

The rumor spread widely, but it was clear that it had nothing to do with the students who were about to graduate from the Ninja Academy, even though Shikadai learned about it through overhearing.

……

Research Department 1.

Orochimaru walked unhurriedly to the entrance of the exploded laboratory, with small white snakes spreading around him before surging into the laboratory in a short while.

"Explosive tags... they're pretty useless if you don't have the courage to multiply them and go down with them."

Orochimaru looked up and saw three men dressed as merchants, their faces ashen, already poisoned and bound by a giant python.

One of them was holding their spoils of war, a sealed box.

"So, after risking offending Konoha, all you got in the end was this?"

Amidst the blatant mockery, one of the trembling figures on the other side slightly raised his head: "Immortality, who could resist such a temptation? We failed, but even Konoha couldn't withstand the covetous eyes of everyone."

"Hiss... Immortality?"

Orochimaru licked his lips and used his snake tail to sweep the iron man to the ground.

When the lid was opened, all that was inside was an empty glass tube.

In this scene, the three of them clearly realized that they had made a mistake. When they sneaked in, the safe that had attracted the most attention was actually an empty box.

"Immortality..."

"Humans are born to face death. From the Warring States period to the Daming Prefecture period, war and chaos prevented most people from living to a ripe old age. But those in power always felt that their lifespan was not long enough."

"Soul transfer to acquire a body, restore cell activity, steal lifespan, or... be resurrected."

"There are many ways to achieve immortality, but none of them require the support of powerful forces."

"As far as I know, only that one person is destined to be immortal. But in the entire long history of the ninja world, how many people have reached his level?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the three intruders were already lifeless.

From beginning to end, Orochimaru's words seemed to be nothing more than talking to himself.

……

(End of this chapter)