Konoha: The Soul King from the Uchiha Clan

Chapter 270 A Show of Force

Two days later, at night, in the dining room of the Uchiha Gen residence, the Uchiha clan compound.

A group of people are having dinner; tonight's dinner is hot pot.

On a round table sits a steaming copper pot, surrounded by platters of beef, mutton, tofu, various vegetables, dipping sauces, wine, and beverages.

The key point is that the people having dinner with us tonight are not simple. In addition to Uchiha Gen, Mikoto, and Sasuke, there are also Kurenai, Yugao, and Anko.

Since they'll be moving in sooner or later, Uchiha Gen brought them over to familiarize themselves with the place beforehand so they can get along better in the future.

Given Mikoto's personality and clear-headed rationality, she naturally wouldn't give Kurenai and the others a hard time. Her attitude was very kind, showing the demeanor of an older sister.

As for Itachi, he is not here.

Itachi, Aburame Torune, and Yamanaka Fu went out of the village to carry out a mission with the Jonin who were leading the team.

With the combined power of the Uchiha, Yamanaka, and Aburame clans, forming a team of three shouldn't be a problem, as long as the Konoha leadership doesn't deliberately obstruct it.

The Konoha leadership did not obstruct this matter.

Firstly, it would be too stingy to offer such a large sum; secondly, obstructing Uchiha Gen would definitely cause trouble again; and thirdly, it would incur the dissatisfaction of the Yamanaka and Aburame clans.

Both clans were already dissatisfied with Danzo for taking their clan's geniuses into Root, and also somewhat dissatisfied with Hiruzen Sarutobi and others.

With the Uchiha and Hyuga clashing and Uchiha Gen now threatening Konoha's F4, the F4 has to be more mindful of the opinions of their supporters.

The group chatted and laughed while enjoying hot pot, and with Sasuke, a lively child, the atmosphere was quite pleasant.

Just then, a figure landed outside the dining hall, knelt on one knee, and said, "Clan Chief, a member of the Dark Guard has come to see you."

After swallowing the mutton in his mouth, Uchiha Gen asked, "How many people?"

There's only one.

"What is it that you're asking about?"

"It's about the Cloud Village."

"Heh, looks like we've got the results. Let him in."

Even a mere ANBU ninja, even one directly under the Hokage, is not qualified to be personally summoned for a meeting.

"Yes."

The figure outside the dining room vanished in a flash, and Sasuke stared at it without blinking.

His sudden appearance and disappearance made Sasuke think it was incredibly cool.

"Brother Xuan, I also want to appear suddenly and disappear just like him."

Sasuke put down his chopsticks, raised his hand and pointed to the spot where the Uchiha ninja had appeared and disappeared, his eyes shining.

Uchiha Gen laughed loudly, "Haha, no problem, you'll be able to do it when you grow up."

"If you want to grow up quickly, you need to eat well and not be picky about food, so that you can get enough nutrition."

"I know."

After saying that, Sasuke started eating seriously, accepting all the meat and vegetables Mikoto offered in his bowl, chewing and swallowing them in large mouthfuls.

Seeing this, Mikoto was quite moved. When it came to coaxing children, Fugaku and Gen were really quite different.

When Itachi was still a child, Fugaku never coaxed him like this; he always displayed his fatherly authority.

Actually, it's not just about coaxing children; he's as strong as an ox in that area too.

Although her physical condition had deteriorated somewhat, it had not fallen below the standard of a Jonin, but she was gradually finding it difficult to withstand the strain.

We really need someone to help share the burden...

"Xuan, will something bad happen?" Red-faced asked worriedly.

Yugao also looked at Uchiha Gen with a worried expression, while only Anko, the glutton, was still carefree and struggling with the meat.

As members of the police department, the two women naturally heard about the conflict that occurred at the police department a few days ago and the news of the death of the Cloud Village leader.

"Don't worry, everything is under control."

"If something really goes wrong, it won't just be one secret agent coming; and secret agents won't just stay silent and tell us what's going on."

Hong, Xiyan thought it made a lot of sense, and she breathed a sigh of relief.

"Chief, the people have arrived."

Uchiha Gen glanced to the side and recognized the familiar figures of the approaching Anbu members. He quickly used his soul perception to investigate, then got up and walked out.

"Kakashi, it's you who came to deliver the message. It's been a long time."

Looking at Uchiha Gen's figure, Kakashi's expression behind the mask was somewhat complicated.

In their current situation, the difference in their fame and strength is secondary; Kakashi is not a jealous person.

The important thing is the positions of both sides.

He was on the side of the Third Hokage, but Uchiha Gen had constant conflicts with the Third Hokage.

Unfortunately, they had been teammates for a period of time and got along well afterward, which was also related to Shisui and his wife.

If the conflict between the two sides escalates into a fierce confrontation, the task assigned to him by the Third Hokage would truly put him in a difficult position.

Forget about it, at least he doesn't have to be caught in a dilemma now.

"This is what the Hokage asked me to give you. Also, the Hokage asked me to pass on a message to you."

Wearing an Anbu mask, Kakashi took out a scroll from his pocket. Although his tone was cold, it was still somewhat warmer than the aloofness he displayed in the Anbu.

"What did you say?"

Uchiha Gen took the scroll and said casually.

"The Hokage said to be careful with your actions and not let things get out of control; peace should be the priority."

Uchiha Gen was completely baffled. What was all this about?

Oh... I see, it must be related to the contents of the scroll.

Hey, it seems the Cloud Village's reaction has surprised the Leaf Village's higher-ups. That's interesting.

"Okay, has anyone else seen this scroll?"

"Probably not, this was sent by Kumogakure."

"The envoy from Kumogakure conveyed the will of Kumogakure to the Hokage, but requested that this scroll be delivered directly to you, and that no one else be allowed to peek at it."

This is a measure taken by Kumogakure to prevent Konoha from interfering.

In the eyes of the Cloud Village, although Uchiha Gen had considerable conflicts with the Konoha leadership, he was, after all, one of Konoha's top combatants, and they would not stand idly by and watch their top combatant be lost.

Therefore, the matter can be known to the higher-ups in Konoha, but the specific time and place cannot be disclosed.

Clearly, this is the Cloud Village trying to understand the mindset of the Leaf Village's higher-ups based on their own limited perspective; they haven't figured it out yet...

In fact, the Konoha leadership doesn't value top-tier combatants very much, unless those top-tier combatants are very obedient to them.

If top combatants disobey them and threaten their positions and interests, they will be ruthless and merciless in suppressing them.

"understood."

"Come in and have dinner with us, there are some students inside."

"No need, I've already eaten, and I need to go back and report."

"Okay, how's Kai?"

"I've been too busy lately and haven't paid much attention to him."

"He's still the same as always, living a simple, fulfilling, and happy life. Sometimes I really envy him."

"I'm gone."

After saying that, Kakashi turned around and waved his hand, his figure disappearing without a trace. The other Uchiha ninja also disappeared as well.

Back in the dining room, Uchiha Gen discovered that the scroll contained traces of a sealing technique, and it could not be opened without first breaking the seal.

"This is a show of force against me."

"If you don't have the skills, you can't even see the contents inside; you have to ask others for help."

"Interesting, this is really interesting, what the hell is Cloud Village up to..."

Hearing Uchiha Gen's words, everyone's eyes fell on the scroll.

After observing the patterns on the scroll, Uchiha Gen had a clear idea of ​​what to do. He formed hand seals and placed his right hand on the scroll, releasing chakra along a specific trajectory.

The black lines on the scroll quickly disappeared, and the scroll was successfully opened. Uchiha Gen lowered his head and focused on reading...

(End of this chapter)