Revitalizing the Uchiha clan starts with becoming a Kage.

This also gave Jiang Si a clearer plan for his next steps.

"Clap clap clap!"

"What a wonderful duel! It seems you've really grown a lot, Shoji!"

As the two completed the reconciliation seal and each sheathed their weapons.

Uchiha Genran, who had been standing on a high spot in the corridor, clapped his hands and said with a smile.

The hint of admiration on his face was so clearly visible.

Uchiha Shisui was originally from their lineage, and could even be said to be the most talented young generation in the Uchiha clan. Even among the older generation of Uchiha Jonin who had been adults for a long time, there were very few who could compare with Shisui.

Now, Shoji has also grown to the point where he can fight Shisui.

In Elder Xuanlan's view, this was a blessing for their lineage and the Uchiha clan!

Each additional member of the clan possesses immense strength.

The overall strength of the Uchiha clan would be slightly stronger.

Especially given the current predicament faced by the Uchiha clan.

Seeing the younger generation of his clan becoming more and more outstanding, Elder Xuanlan felt a deep joy from the bottom of his heart.

"Elder, you flatter me. I still have a long way to go!"

Jiang Si stood to the side and responded softly.

"No, I'm usually very good at judging people. Jiang Si, you've successfully proven your strength to me. I'll let you know in advance about the next clan meeting. I hope you'll continue to serve the clan in the future, Jiang Si!"

Elder Xuanlan looked at Jiang Si with a calm gaze and said something meaningful.

"Yes, Elder Xuanlan!"

Although he knew he was likely to be allowed into the clan association, a faint hint of joy still flickered in the depths of Jiang Si's eyes after hearing Elder Xuan Lan's words.

"Um"

He still maintained a respectful demeanor towards the general.

Elder Xuanlan's face also showed a hint of satisfaction.

"Then I won't disturb you any longer, Elder. Please excuse me!"

Having achieved the first objective, Jiang Si naturally wouldn't linger at Elder Xuan Lan's house any longer. Besides, Zhi Shui clearly had important business with Elder Xuan Lan, so it wasn't appropriate for him to stay any longer. He simply said goodbye.

"Ah."

At Elder Xuanlan's wave, Jiang Si bowed slightly again and then left Elder Xuanlan's house. However, as Jiang Si left, he did not notice the strange look in Zhi Shui's eyes as he looked at his back.

This special emotion welled up from the depths of my heart.

What exactly is it?

Even Zhishui couldn't explain it.

He had only a gut feeling that his 'cousin' seemed to have undergone some kind of qualitative change.

As for the current situation of the clan.

It's hard to say whether this change is good or bad.

But one thing is certain.

Jiang Si was completely on Shisui's mind.

As Jiang Si walked away, he was unaware that he had already been remembered by his genius 'cousin'. After leaving Elder Xuan Lan's house, Jiang Si did not return directly to his own home, but instead followed the main road of the clan's residence towards the main gate. He had been in this world for several days.

Shoji also wanted to take a good look around Konoha Village.

"Oh, Shoji, I heard you fainted from overtraining a few days ago? How are you recovering?"

"Yes, everything is perfectly fine now, Aunt Rinko."

"Jiang Si, I heard from Wu that you fainted once, but you look pretty good now?"

"Yes, Uncle Oki!"

"While being diligent is a good thing, you also need to take care of your health, Asuka. After all, you're still young."

"Yes! I'll be careful, Grandpa Fire Rock!"

"Oh? Isn't this General?"

"long time no see!"

"Brother Jiang Si!"

"Brother Si!"

"Shoji, if you have time, remember to come over for a visit. The boys at home are really missing you!"

"Yes, I will definitely go if I have time!"

Throughout the journey, Shoji greeted each of his clansmen with a gentle smile. Like Shisui, Shoji Uchiha was known for his approachability within the clan, especially in the past few years. He was very willing to play with the younger brothers and sisters in the clan, and among the younger generation, Shoji had the highest charisma.

The memories are completely integrated, and these are also the emotions that he has inherited completely. Although it seems that the personality of 'Liu Heng' is playing the role of the 'dominant personality', in reality, the two should be equally divided. The emotional inheritance of the identity of 'Jiang Si' is also deeply influencing him!

That's why.

The reason why Shoji is so deeply obsessed with saving his clan is because of this.

After all, if the original owner really didn't inherit any emotions or memories...

Shoji is very likely to choose to escape alone. After all, in most cases, humans don't care about the life or death of a stranger, let alone be willing to pay any price or even give their own life for a stranger.

Therefore, the more you interact with these people, the better.

The emotions deep within Jiang Si's heart grew increasingly intense and profound.

Looking at the smiles on the faces of these people.

She also thought of her three closest relatives: Chihaya-sama, Hiyori, and Saki.

'I must do everything in my power to save my race, no matter the cost, even if it means making a deal with the devil!'

As Shoji stepped out of the main gate of the Uchiha clan's compound, he took a deep look at the warm and cozy scene inside the clan's residence and secretly vowed revenge.

They walked away from the area around the clan's settlement.

Shoji casually strolled towards the most bustling area of ​​Konoha. Before the clan's residence was relocated again, the Uchiha clan's residence was the closest to the core and bustling area of ​​Konoha. It only took walking through two streets to reach Konoha's most lively commercial street.

Along the way.

You can encounter many ordinary people from Konoha.

When these people saw Shoji's standard ninja attire, and most importantly, the Uchiha fan emblem on both shoulders, they could only show awe at most.

The Uchiha clan doesn't have a bad reputation among the people of Konoha.

At least, that's how it seems to Shoji at this moment.

8. The Darkness Beneath the Prosperity

Ordinary people generally hold ninjas from the Uchiha clan in normal respect, without showing any fear or apprehension. After all, the Uchiha clan is an important force in maintaining the safety of the village and ensuring the peaceful and harmonious lives of ordinary people like them.

The Uchiha clan was truly isolated, even cut off from.

This occurred after the clan's settlement was completely relocated.

Distance often leads to estrangement.

However, as more and more members of the clan harbor resentment towards the village, the situation will change drastically, which is clearly one of the intentions of Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura.

What we want is for the Uchiha clan to self-destruct!

At least from Shoji's perspective, every step in the original story was planned by Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, who wanted to maintain the moral high ground as much as possible and then annihilate the Uchiha clan with minimal losses.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's initial intentions were indeed different from Danzo's, and he even experienced a moment of hesitation and inner conflict.

But in the end, his choice remained unchanged.

The so-called peace negotiations never even began. This can be attributed to the arrogance and conceit of the Uchiha clan, but it also proves that Hiruzen Sarutobi had no sincerity whatsoever. Otherwise, if Hiruzen Sarutobi had truly been willing to offer even a glimmer of hope...

The Uchiha clan would never have come to that point.

'The true darkness beneath the sunlight—this is Konoha, the great ninja village that upholds the so-called Will of Fire!'

Jiang Si walked to a slightly off-center spot on the left side of the Hokage Building, looked up at the four Hokage statues, and a hint of mockery flickered in the depths of his eyes, especially when he saw the head of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

We've arrived at this area.

The probability of encountering colleagues increases dramatically.

Unlike ordinary people, these ninjas all had a different kind of look in their eyes when they looked at Shoji.

Although it is very obscure.

However, with the enhanced perception that Shoji gained after activating the Mangekyou Sharingan, which elevated him to a new level, he could still vaguely perceive it even without activating the Sharingan.

However, this is the norm.

The Nine-Tailed Fox's rampage had only lasted three or four days.

The pair of scarlet and jet-black Sharingan eyes in the fox demon's pupils were so obvious that even a regular ninja could see them clearly without having to get close. It was only natural that ordinary people would not be able to obtain this information and therefore suspect the Uchiha clan.

It is neither possible nor desirable for the General to have any conflict with these people.

Leaving this area in large strides, using the outer edge of the route as a guide, Shoji circled almost the entire Hidden Leaf Village. From morning to dusk, even at Shoji's speed, it still took him nearly half a day.

Konoha Village, or even the Five Great Ninja Villages, is more like a single 'village'!

In fact, they are all 'large cities' comparable to the capitals of major countries!

This is true, at least in terms of land area.

The total population of Konoha Village, including ordinary citizens, is as high as several hundred thousand.

This is also the result of continuous development and expansion in recent years.

Such a beautiful and magnificent ninja village.

'Unfortunately, things started to go wrong twenty or thirty years ago. Second Hokage, you chose a successor who was both extremely correct and 100% wrong!'

Jiang Si strolled around to the largest cemetery in Konoha, looking at the memorial tablets standing there, a very complex expression on his face as he silently pondered in his heart.

Konoha Village did indeed win three Shinobi World Wars under the leadership of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and developed into the prosperous village it is today. However, Konoha was also led down the path of complete decline by this same Third Hokage.