Revitalizing the Uchiha clan starts with becoming a Kage.

“I understand what you mean, Shisui. This is one option, but we must preserve it for now. We don’t know what will happen next, and Obito may not appear before us anytime soon. As of now, we still don’t know Obito’s true purpose. If he really only wanted revenge, he could have chosen to return when our clan left Konoha two years ago. He should know how deep the hatred between our clan and Konoha is, but he didn’t!”

"Therefore, Obito must have other intentions, and these intentions may even include our clan. Shisui, the clan leader and the others have completely seen through Obito's true colors, but you still have a trace of hesitation. I must solemnly remind you that Obito is no longer the kind boy you remember. You must not have any more naive thoughts, understand? Shisui!"

Jiang Si looked directly at Shi Shui and spoke in the most serious tone.

Shisui was taken aback, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes. His thoughts had truly been completely seen through by his 'clan brother'.

"Yes, I understand, Shoji!"

After taking a deep breath, Shisui nodded in response.

"Ah."

Saying the same thing twice is enough to illustrate the point. Although Shisui is not yet an adult in terms of age, this is the world of ninjas after all. Shoji can't really treat Shisui like his own younger brother or sister. He is an 'adult' with his own subjective judgment!

This is all the reminders the officer can offer.

The rest is up to Shisui himself.

This was also the result of Shoji's own consideration. Otherwise, Shoji had initially planned to suggest to the Third Tsuchikage that Shisui join the Anbu to carry out missions, so that he could better conceal his tracks. It wasn't to say that he could completely avoid Obito's detection, but it would at least be much better than leaving Shisui in the capital of the Land of Earth to carry out missions.

But after thinking about it again, he gave up the idea. First, Shisui's personality was really not suitable for the Anbu. Second, if Obito was really determined to find him, the difference between the Anbu and the Anbu was not that big. Moreover, it would be an extra opportunity to re-target Obito. It can only be said that both approaches have their advantages and disadvantages. In the end, it still depends on the 'performance on the spot'!

"By the way, Shisui, you'll be spending more time in the village these days anyway. I was thinking of asking if you could keep an eye on Itachi's squad if you have the time. I was planning to take them back after this trip, but it seems I won't have the time. If possible, I'd appreciate your help. Itachi is arguably the most talented member of our clan's next generation. If anyone is going to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan, Itachi is probably the one with the highest probability! You also know Deidara and Kurotsuchi's identities, so it's necessary to keep an eye on them when needed!"

Just before the two were about to part, Jiang Si seemed to remember something, paused in his steps, and looked at Shi Shui, saying this.

The unexpected and intense clash with Obito completely disrupted Shoji's plans. He had previously planned to focus on his Sage Mode training and adapting his eye power over the next four or five years, while also guiding Itachi, Kurotsuchi, Deidara, Neji, Karin, and others, and overseeing some of the village's technological development, such as the development of chakra armor, firearms, and the use of special energies like star stones.

It seems the order needs to be reversed!

While focusing on further strengthening his own training, he should spend more of his remaining time on the village's 'technological development' and the selection and execution of external strategies. Although there is no direct evidence, Shoji has a premonition that Obito will not sit idly by and wait for his doom. After his name has spread throughout the world, he will not wait for the right opportunity as in the original story. There is a 99% chance that he will accelerate his plans. Of course, no matter how fast he accelerates, there will definitely be two or three years of preparation time.

The Tailed Beast Capture Plan is not something that can be easily executed. If it could be launched immediately on a whim, why did the original story wait until Naruto and the others were already teenagers? It could have started after the Uchiha clan was wiped out and Konoha's strength was truly greatly diminished; that would have been the optimal time!

However, Obito's lack of action is enough to show that preparations really do take time. Moreover, regardless of the Akatsuki's personnel configuration, Nagato at this time may not be as strong as he was when he first appeared in the original work, especially in terms of exploring and using the Rinnegan. This is not speculation, but almost a certainty. Nagato at this time must have only been in the initial stage of mastering it.

Killing him might be difficult, but even when he first awakened the Eternal Eye, Shoji was confident in defeating Nagato. He had previously fallen into a misconception, comparing Nagato's strength in the original work to the present. Upon closer inspection, it's not Konoha Year 63 now, but Konoha Year 52, a full 11-year gap.

Nagato has only just reached the level of Super Kage, so he should already be thankful.

I should be able to easily suppress Nagato. (Gu Jin)

Shoji himself could deduce this from the original plot, so Obito, as a 'close comrade-in-arms', must know Nagato's true situation even better. In order to ensure that the tailed beast capture plan could be executed smoothly, Obito definitely wanted to see Nagato become more proficient in using the Rinnegan!

Furthermore, even the later 'Reincarnation Technique' still needs to be implemented by Nagato.

This judgment was made based on this point.

Jiang Si could deduce that he still had at least two or three years to prepare.

However, this time is undoubtedly very short, so when the focus has to change, Itachi and the others can't be given enough guidance. Looking at the entire Iwagakure village now, the only reliable person who has the ability, the time, and can be trusted by Shoji is Shisui.

"Oh? Hmm, no problem. Itachi is indeed a genius, and his future achievements will definitely surpass mine, or even rival yours. Don't worry about Kurotsuchi and Deidara. I'll be staying in the village for a while anyway, so leave them to me. I'll also keep an eye on Yo and Saki. You can go and do more important things!"

Upon hearing Jiang Si's words, Shi Shui's face softened, and he nodded gently in response with a smile.

Shisui was originally an extremely approachable person. He would generally not refuse anyone who came to ask him for advice, as long as he had time. This was especially true since he was guiding the most talented member of the next generation of his clan. Kurotsuchi and Deidara's special identities were also related to the status of their clan in the village.

Shisui would definitely not refuse and would take it seriously.

They're not really political novices.

They just seem a bit too naive and innocent at times.

"Oh? Well, then I'll trouble you with both, Shisui!"

Upon hearing that Shisui was also willing to be a 'nanny' for his younger brother and sister, Shoji was taken aback at first, but then he realized what was going on and nodded with a smile in response.

This can be considered a unique kind of promise from Zhishui.

He would not leave the village alone unless it was something urgent.

Seeing Shisui's attitude, Shoji was very happy. As he said before, Shoji trusted Shisui's strength. With vigilance and having learned the specific information about Obito's techniques from him, Shisui might be defeated by Obito, but the probability of him being killed and having his eyes taken was extremely low.

The key issue is still Zhi Shui's own mindset and awareness.

People from the Uchiha clan are really prone to going to extremes, especially the most talented ones. This includes Shoji himself, who has an almost stubborn persistence in his goals and beliefs, which cannot be easily influenced or changed by others!

This is the main reason why Jiang Si repeatedly and nags Shi Shui to remind him.

"Okay, then!"

After nodding slightly, Shisui swiftly left the spot.

After taking one last look at where Shisui had been, a strange light flashed in Jiang Si's eyes before he turned and headed back to his own location.

The approaching dusk.

When Jiang Si returned home.

"Oh! Brother!"

"Brother Si!"

My younger brother and sister also returned from the ninja academy.

After sensing Jiang Si's presence in advance, the two children quickly arrived at the entrance. Bai also came with them. Compared to their first encounter in the Land of Water, Bai was now completely transformed. His face was delicate, even extremely beautiful. With appropriate clothing, even though Jiang Si had deliberately made Bai's appearance more boyish, the handsome feeling he exuded at all times was still very easy to attract attention.

This is only 7 years old!

"Lord General."

Upon seeing Jiang Si's figure, Bai immediately bowed respectfully. The respect on his face was so clear, so intense, and so sincere. Jiang Si initially tried to make slight adjustments, but Bai subtly brushed him aside several times, and Jiang Si eventually gave up.

After all, there are indeed significant differences between people.

If we had to be specific, Haku's mentality is very similar to that of Reina Uzumaki, and he might even be more extreme in these aspects.

"Brother, you should be able to stay home for a while now that you're back, right? You promised to teach me Fire Release after the New Year, and a month has passed now. It's time to keep your promise!"

They went straight into the living room.

The most lively of them all, Uchiha Yang, immediately spoke to his older brother, a hint of dissatisfaction in his words, while his pupils revealed a hopeful glint as he looked up at Shoji.

"Hehe, I won't forget what I promised you, don't worry. You did quite well at the Ninja Academy last year. In a couple of days, I'll take some time to teach you a Fire Release technique. But remember, you're not allowed to use it in sparring with your friends at the Ninja Academy, understand?"

Jiang Si first smiled and nodded, but when he said the last sentence, his expression became very serious.

"Yes, yes, yes! There won't be any problem, brother, don't worry!"

Hearing that her older brother kept his promise and would teach her in two days, she felt relieved.

Yang's eyes lit up, and he patted his chest, responding loudly.

"If Saki wants anything or wants to learn any techniques, feel free to tell me. I'll be staying home for the next few days!"

Shoji looked at his younger sister, who almost never made any requests, and said in an increasingly gentle tone.

In any case, he would definitely stay at home to rest for the next three or four days, and also study the Dragon Vein and deal with the Zero Tail issue. He had already handed over the technological heritage of the Land of Sky during his conversation with the Third Tsuchikage, but he kept Shennong's corpse, the Zero Tail, and the Dragon Vein himself. He had reported the former to Onoki, but he had completely concealed the Dragon Vein.

This is quite normal. Even if one truly trusts their Third Tsuchikage implicitly, it's impossible for Shoji to tell him everything.

There should still be some reservations.

If this is the case even among the closest family and friends, one can only imagine how others behave.

"Ah."

Compared to Yang.

Saki is rather compliant and usually wants to share the burden of household affairs as much as possible, even thinking of helping Shoji. It's almost impossible for her to make any demands on Shoji.

This made Jiang Si very gratified, but also a little bit of pity. He still hoped that his sister could live a freer life. Not to mention occasionally, it would be perfectly fine for her to often act cute towards him!

In Jiang Si's view, his daughter and sister are meant to be cherished, and that is, cherished for a lifetime.

Younger brother, son, etc.

Then the pain will only last for a short period of time.

When you reach that age.

That means we need to focus on encouragement and discipline!

Just like Uchiha Yang now, he has been studying at the Ninja Academy for a year. Although he is only six years old, Shoji plans to stop spoiling his younger brother in a year at most. The world of ninjas is very cruel!

Although Shoji is very confident in himself.

But confidence is one thing, and making certain preparations in advance is another. If he were to actually fail and die, the final course of this world would probably still return to Sasuke and Naruto.

Therefore, I must do my best to help my younger brother grow up.

It can protect him and Saki.

Of course, Shoji wouldn't use Itachi's standards to judge his younger brother, but necessary strictness was still essential!

Poor Uchiha Yang still had an excited expression on his face, completely unaware that his "happy life where he could act spoiled" was only for this last year.

"Also, you two should know each other by now, right? When school starts this year, Bai will also be studying at the Ninja Academy. If anything happens at the Ninja Academy, you must follow Bai's instructions, understand? Xiaoyang, Xiaosaki."

Although it was being said to two people.

However, Jiang Si's attention remained focused on Xiao Yang, as he was quite at ease with his younger sister's personality.

Xiao Yang is a bit too impulsive, so Jiang Si needs to give him more guidance.

419. Chaos and Reactions

"Bai, I'll have to trouble you to look after my two good-for-nothing younger brothers and sisters!"

Jiang Si turned to look at Bai, who had been standing respectfully with his hands clasped to the side the whole time, and said softly.

"Yes, Lord Shoji, I will definitely take good care of Young Master Yang and Miss Saki."

Bai, still maintaining an extremely respectful demeanor, nodded slightly in response.

"Yes, I know, brother!"

"Yes, Brother Si."

"Please guide me, Brother Bai!"

Uchiha Yang and Uchiha Saki both had a very good impression of the gentle and humble Haku. Before Shoji returned in the afternoon, the two of them had already gotten closer to Haku. The three of them were all around the same age, so it was naturally easier for them to become familiar with each other. If they had to say something they were dissatisfied with, it was that Yang felt that Haku was too respectful, which made Yang feel a little uncomfortable.

"Also, Brother Bai, you can just call me and Sister Saki by our names. You don't need to call us 'Young Master' and 'Miss' anymore. It sounds really strange!"