Konoha: The Soul King from the Uchiha Clan

Chapter 24 Mitarashi Anko

"Oh, right, there's something I need to remind you of, young clan leader."

"What's wrong?"

Fugaku Uchiha was a little confused. Had he overlooked something?

"I believe that no matter who becomes Hokage, we Uchiha cannot abandon the other one; our attitude must remain the same."

Fugaku Uchiha frowned and said, "Minato is fine, but the Uchiha will have to pay real money to Orochimaru."

"We Uchiha are rich, but we can't be fools, can we?"

"Of course I can't be a fool. It's my fault for not explaining clearly."

"What I mean is that we can exchange benefits for equivalent value, but we cannot unilaterally stop providing funds."

Even if Lord Orochimaru fails to become Hokage, his strength, status, and influence are undeniable, and he cannot be easily offended.

At that time, no one would have thought that Orochimaru, a disciple of the Third Hokage and a candidate for Hokage, would betray Konoha, so what Uchiha Gen said made perfect sense.

Orochimaru's influence should not be underestimated. In the original story, he betrayed Konoha for more than ten years, and Konoha tried to block information about Orochimaru. Even so, Mizuki still had an admirer of him.

"Don't worry, I'm not that short-sighted. As long as there are corresponding benefits, I won't hesitate to continue providing funds."

Uchiha Gen's expression changed slightly as he said, "Young clan leader, I didn't mean that, I just..."

"Don't overthink it. I know you're doing this for the family's good, why would I blame you?"

Fugaku Uchiha was satisfied with Gen Uchiha's attitude, but outwardly he smiled and reassured him.

After letting out a long breath, Uchiha Gen said, "It's getting late, so I won't keep the young clan leader from handling his official business any longer. I'll be leaving now."

"Go."

Fugaku Uchiha nodded slightly, picked up the pen on the table, and prepared to review the stacks of official documents.

After leaving the office, Uchiha Gen did not go home, but went directly to Uchiha Yasho for help.

First, I borrowed his office to write a letter, and second, I used the police department's channels to find out the approximate location of Mitarashi Anko.

Firstly, Orochimaru is elusive, and you might not be able to meet him if you go directly to his residence; secondly, it is only polite to present a formal invitation through an intermediary when meeting him for the first time.

As for politeness, Uchiha Gen didn't really care. Given Orochimaru's personality of valuing talent, as long as you are a genius and useful, he wouldn't care about such trivial issues as politeness.

However, he now represents not only himself but also the Uchiha clan, so he has to be polite.

After finding Mitarashi Anko's location, Uchiha Gen left the police department, left the clan's territory, and came to the bustling Konoha Village.

About ten minutes later, the Uchiha arrived at a shop called "Sweet House" in Konoha's commercial district.

This shop mainly sells desserts, among which meatballs and red bean soup are quite famous.

Welcome!

Two waitresses dressed in white and red, resembling maids, saw Uchiha Gen's handsome appearance and their eyes lit up. Their voices were three times gentler and three times louder than when they welcomed others.

Uchiha smiled slightly and said, "Give me a bowl of red bean soup and a serving of glutinous rice balls."

The two young waitresses, slightly mesmerized by the sight, readily agreed and rushed to the counter to place their orders.

Being handsome has many advantages; I've never experienced this kind of treatment in my previous life.

After a slight sigh, Uchiha Gen casually glanced around before sitting down next to a girl with a light purple bun hairstyle, wearing dark brown clothes, and a heroic face.

The girl, who was enjoying her glutinous rice balls and red bean soup, looked up, her brows furrowing slightly, and asked, "Who are you?"

Today, Uchiha Gen was wearing a blue shirt and white casual pants. His handsome face was slightly smiling, making him look particularly refreshing and gentle.

"Hello, my name is Uchiha Gen."

"From the Uchiha clan?" Twelve-year-old Anko shook her head and said, "Doesn't seem like it."

"Is there something you need?"

Uchiha Gen didn't beat around the bush; he directly took out the white slip and said bluntly, "I want to see your teacher, Lord Orochimaru."

"This represents not only myself, but also the entire Uchiha clan."

"Would this glutinous rice ball and red bean soup be acceptable as a thank you gift?"

Just then, the waiter came over with the food, and Uchiha Genshun pointed at it.

Mitarashi Anko's eyes lit up, her throat bobbed, and she patted Uchiha Gen's shoulder in a carefree manner, laughing, "You're quite capable. I agree to your request."

Please enjoy your meal.

Uchiha Gen nodded slightly, then waved his hand, and the waiter left, looking back several times.

"Aren't you going to introduce yourself?"

"We'll likely be fellow disciples in the future."

As they were talking, Uchiha Gen casually pushed the glutinous rice balls and red bean soup over to him.

"Fellow disciples?"

"Orochimaru-sensei has very high requirements for accepting disciples."

Hongdou looked the man up and down and said with a hint of pride.

As expected, Anko did not participate in the Third Shinobi World War with Orochimaru. No wonder I didn't see him on the Kumogakure battlefield; otherwise, he should have heard of me to some extent.

That's true. Orochimaru still has some humanity left, and having witnessed the death of his former disciple Nawaki on the battlefield, he naturally wouldn't easily let Anko, who is still a genin, put herself in danger.

Orochimaru's status, strength, and position were sufficient to protect Anko.

"It's okay, I believe I can meet the requirements."

"I hope so. I find you quite pleasing to the eye, and having a junior brother wouldn't be bad."

"Why can't it be my senior brother?"

Red Bean looked at Uchiha Gen in disbelief and solemnly emphasized, "I was the first to join the sect."

"But I'm older than you, I'm thirteen this year, and I should be stronger than you," Uchiha Gen said with a smile.

"You are indeed a year older than me, but what makes you claim to be stronger than me?"

"I'm really awesome!"

Hongdou put down the meatballs and spoon, waved her fist, and said with a serious expression.

Uchiha propped his head up with his right hand and said casually, "But I'm already a Jonin."

Jonin...?

Hongdou was struck dumb, completely stunned!

How is that possible?

He's only a year older than me and he's already a Jonin?

Could this guy be a super genius like Kakashi?

Impossible, absolutely impossible!

Anyone can brag.

"I even said I was about to become Hokage."

"Want to make a bet?"

"What are we betting on?"

"If I become a Jonin, you'll be my junior sister."

"If you weren't a Jonin, you'd be my senior sister from now on. Also, I'll cover your dessert expenses from now on."

It doesn't matter whether she's a senior or not. If I win, I can eat desserts whenever I want, and as many as I want.

They're definitely bluffing. Hongdou, keep it up! Don't be afraid of them!

"Okay, I'll take the bet."

Uchiha Gen smiled, then sat up straight and formed hand seals.

With a bang, a puff of white smoke appeared and quickly dissipated, revealing a new Uchiha Gen.

The sudden commotion attracted the attention of the customers in the store, but they quickly looked away.

They were all villagers from Konoha, so you could occasionally see them using ninjutsu.

Of course, whispers were inevitable, expressing curiosity about ninjutsu and a longing to become a ninja.

"Go home and get your Jonin certificate."

"it is good."

Watching Uchiha Gen's departing figure, Anko asked with surprise and doubt, "Was that a shadow clone?"

"You're quite knowledgeable, indeed."

Upon hearing this, Hongdou's face immediately fell. The Shadow Clone Technique was a B-rank ninjutsu, which was difficult for ordinary ninjas to learn. She might really become the junior sister.

"Hey, don't look so gloomy. Isn't having a senior brother a good thing?"

"If someone bullies you, your senior brother will definitely help you get revenge."

"I have a teacher, I don't need your help."

"Do you think it's appropriate to bother Lord Orochimaru with ordinary matters?"

"Seeing how disappointing you are, won't Lord Orochimaru be disappointed?"

Hongdou was startled; he absolutely could not let his teacher down!

So it seems that having a senior brother is indeed not a bad thing.

With this thought in mind, Hongdou became cheerful again.

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