Revitalizing the Uchiha clan starts with becoming a Kage.

Jiang Si smiled slightly, sat down casually beside Zhi Shui, and responded softly.

"It's nothing, it's all for the sake of the clan and the village!"

Zhi Shui still appeared to have a gentle and refined demeanor.

But no matter what, Shisui is only a 12-year-old boy at the moment.

It's difficult to truly hide one's expression and emotions.

At least one could see a hint of worry in Zhi Shui's brows.

This is a genius young Uchiha who has always been caught between his clan and village, and is deeply influenced by the "Will of Fire" of his ancestor, Uchiha Kagami.

They must be very worried about this sudden incident!

It's important to understand that for more than a year before the Nine-Tails' attack, everything went so smoothly for the Uchiha clan. Even though they were still suspected and feared by the Konoha leadership, led by Danzo Shimura and Hiruzen Sarutobi, the newly appointed Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, clearly had no prejudice against the Uchiha clan.

The clan leader's wife, Uchiha Mikoto, had heard that she was best friends with the Fourth Hokage's wife, Uzumaki Kushina. Shisui firmly believed that as long as the Uchiha clan followed in the footsteps of the Fourth Hokage, they would surely be able to get rid of the clan's predicament. If that didn't work, they would just wait a while longer, until the Third Hokage, Shimura Danzo, and others had all died of old age.

The Uchiha clan can truly usher in a brand new future.

However, all of this happened so suddenly!

The Sharingan that appeared in the fox's eyes during the Nine-Tails' rampage after the Fourth Hokage's death in battle!

It became the most direct and terrifying death warrant for their clan.

Now the higher-ups are forcibly relocating the Uchiha clan's base to the outskirts. Shisui could clearly see that this was the Third Hokage and Shimura Danzo and other high-ranking officials' blatant suspicion and vigilance towards the Uchiha clan!

Then I have to think about the atmosphere at yesterday's clan gathering, and the terrible idea that some of them raised.

This caused Shisui to become extremely distressed.

"Well, everything has its limits. Shisui, you also need to be careful about the limits!"

Based on the plot of the original work, and 'myself's' consistent understanding of Shisui.

Jiang Si could somewhat guess what his 'younger brother' was thinking, and at that moment, he said this with a double meaning.

However, Shisui clearly couldn't understand the second layer of meaning in those words.

Assuming it was just Jiang Si showing concern, she smiled slightly and said, "Well, don't worry, Jiang Si. Speaking of which, it's rare to see you at Elder Xuan Lan's house. Is there something important today?"

5. The first objective of the general

Before the general could reply.

"Yes, this old man is also very curious about why you had time to come to my old man's house today, young general. After all, you used to always say that you would rather spend more time cultivating and becoming a true strongman than waste time doing anything meaningless!"

A deep voice came from the corridor outside the living room, and as the steady footsteps approached, a sprightly old man came into view of Jiang Si and Zhi Shui.

This old man was none other than Uchiha Genran, one of the eight elders of the Uchiha clan and the highest-ranking member of the lineage of Shisui and Shoji. Although he was now fifty years old and retired from the front lines, he was one of the strongest members of the Uchiha clan in his youth.

This is one of the most important reasons why he can now be a high-ranking elder in the Uchiha clan.

The two of them saw this white-haired old man.

They quickly stood up, bowed slightly, and said with a respectful expression, "Greetings, Elder Xuanlan."

"Haha, no need for so much formality, we're all family, please sit down, General Si, Zhishui."

Elder Xuanlan smiled and waved his hand, then casually sat down in his main seat with a very rugged demeanor, gesturing for the two to sit down.

Shoji and Shisui were clearly familiar with the old man's personality, and at that moment they sat down again in a rather casual manner.

"Alright, I'm not surprised that Shisui came to see me. But Shoji, it's been two years since you last visited. You had just been promoted to Chunin, and I heard from that kid Go that you fainted from overtraining, right? You've only just recovered and you're rushing to this old man's house. Tell me, what's the important matter?"

Elder Xuanlan looked at Jiang Si with a smile and said.

"Yes, Elder Xuanlan, I do have something I need your help with. I want to enter the clan's gathering!"

Jiang Si first nodded slightly with a respectful expression, then straightened his body, and a bright color shone in his clear black and white pupils as he spoke loudly.

Almost exactly as Si finished speaking.

Shisui, standing to the side, looked at his 'cousin' with a slight expression of surprise.

Elder Xuanlan, who was about to pick up his teacup and take a sip, paused, his snow-white eyebrows unconsciously rising. As he put the teacup down again, Elder Xuanlan looked at Jiang Si with a slightly solemn expression and said, "Jiang Si, you should know what you're saying, right? Why did you suddenly make such a request at this time?"

According to the Uchiha clan's tradition.

Although it's not completely absent.

But under normal circumstances.

Few members of the tribe voluntarily apply to join the tribe's gatherings.

Normally, it is the elders of the clan who recognize the strength of the younger generation, and then at an appropriate time, they bring the younger generation into the clan gathering.

This is a default convention.

The same applies to stopping water flow.

Because they earned their own reputation during the Third Shinobi World War!

It was directly recognized by the clan.

Led personally by Elder Xuanlan, they entered the clan gathering. Once a clan member was brought in once, as long as they did not make any mistakes, even the clan leader had no right to disqualify them from attending the gathering unless more than half of the eight elders agreed.

Over the years, Elder Xuanlan has personally promoted some of the younger generation in his lineage. The one he is most proud of is Shisui. Jiang Si is also a junior that Elder Xuanlan values. Although he is not as outstanding as Shisui, he was already a Chunin at the age of 14, and could barely fight against ordinary Jonin. In the picky Uchiha clan, he can be considered a genius!

From Elder Xuanlan's perspective.

With just two or three more years of honing his skills, Jiang Si will undoubtedly be able to reach the level of a Jonin.

At that time, it is also appropriate to bring them into the clan council to strengthen the voice of one's own branch. Although the Uchiha clan is a very united ninja clan, there will still be some competition among the various branches within the clan when it does not involve external issues.

However, Xuan Lan did not expect that Jiang Si would actually take the initiative to make this request.

"Yes, Elder Xuanlan, of course I understand that. The reason I want to join the clan gathering is because I want to contribute my own strength to the clan. Now is the time for our clan to unite all its forces, isn't it?"

Jiang Si stared intently at Elder Xuan Lan as he spoke.

Elder Xuanlan was slightly taken aback, and a dangerous glint seemed to flash in his narrowed eyes.

Is this the time when the entire clan most needs to unite all its forces?

Elder Xuanlan looked at Jiang Si with a slightly stern expression.

Even Shisui, who was standing to the side, turned his head to look at Jiang Si with a look of surprise and doubt at this moment.

"That reason is indeed sufficient, but Jiang Si, you should also know that entering the clan association requires certain 'qualifications'!"

Xuan Lan looked intently at Jiang Si before uttering those words.

"Of course, Elder Xuanlan, because I believe I am qualified!"

The general's expression was resolute as he finished speaking.

next moment!

Those pupils suddenly flipped.

The eyes, which were originally clear in black and white, suddenly turned crimson in the next moment, and within Jiang Si's pupils, three jet-black tomoe slowly rotated.

A chilling wave spread out at that moment.

"The three-tomoe Sharingan! So that's how it is!?"

When Elder Xuanlan saw the three jet-black tomoe appearing in Jiang Si's pupils rotating in that scarlet pupil, a glint of light flashed in his eyes at that moment!

Sharingan!

It is a symbol of the Uchiha clan's strength!

Generally speaking, members of the Uchiha clan who can awaken their Sharingan and advance to the three-tomoe level can be promoted to Jonin. In most cases, they are the most elite among the Jonin. Among the five great ninja villages, there are not many people who can defeat the Uchiha clan in a one-on-one duel!

After all, to be extremely strong personally and to be able to effectively deal with the Sharingan's genjutsu control is an incredibly difficult task for an ordinary ninja!

Shoji originally possessed strength surpassing that of an average Chunin.

Even if the Sharingan is still stuck at the two-tomoe stage, as long as the physical fitness is further improved and the application of techniques becomes more smooth and free, it is still possible to become a Jonin-level being in the near future. And now, the Sharingan has advanced ahead of schedule.

This in itself is a demonstration of one's own strength.

6. Self-assessment during the initial confrontation

"Huh? Shoji? Your Sharingan has evolved to the three-tomoe stage?"

Shisui, standing to the side, also brightened up when he saw the three jet-black tomoe slowly rotating in Shoji's pupils, and said with a hint of joy.

"Well, I've been stuck at the two-tomoe level for over two years now. I finally managed to break through that barrier a few days ago!"

Jiang Si nodded slightly.

“Yes, I understand what you mean, Shoji. However, you should know that while our Uchiha strength is indeed related to these Sharingan, the Sharingan doesn't truly represent all our strength. To enter the clan association, we must have the corresponding qualifications. Since Shisui is here, why don't you two spar? If you can demonstrate the appropriate level, I can arrange for you to participate in the next clan association!”

"Huh?"

"what?"

Unexpected words.

It can be said that as Elder Xuanlan finished speaking...

Both Jiang Si and Shi Shui showed a hint of surprise.

However, after the initial surprise, the former revealed a hint of excitement. Having transmigrated to this world, he had completely inherited the original owner's memories and was able to integrate everything he possessed. Furthermore, by chance, his Sharingan skipped the three-tomoe stage and advanced directly to the Mangekyou Sharingan level.

But what exactly is my own strength?

Jiang Si, however, had absolutely no idea what to expect.

Uchiha Shisui was clearly the best test subject for him.

This is the most talented young man in the Uchiha clan since Madara Uchiha.

At the young age of 10, he evolved his Sharingan to the three-tomoe level and possessed the strength of an elite Jonin. During the Third Shinobi World War, he slaughtered countless Kirigakure ninja and made a name for himself. Although it is not specifically stated in the original work, Shisui most likely awakened his Mangekyou Sharingan at the end of the Third Shinobi World War and on the night of the Nine-Tails' attack!

In other words, Shisui at this stage is very likely already at the level of a near-Kage, or even stronger!

Of course, he couldn't possibly activate his Mangekyou Sharingan and confront Shisui face-to-face.

The same applies to water stasis nowadays.

However, it's a duel at the three-tomoe level.

But it is a very good opportunity!