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Chapter 690: The Opportunity to Seek Immortal Arts
Chapter 690: The Opportunity to Seek Immortal Arts
Uchiha Fugaku's words were like a bombshell, instantly stirring up a commotion among the Uchiha ninjas below.
"Why halt the activities of the Police Force? Is the Konoha High Command trying to seize control of the Police Force?"
"Who exactly will be affected by this suspension?"
The Uchiha ninjas voiced their confusion to Fugaku, including a Chuunin who had recently joined the Police Force and a Tokubetsu Jonin who had served in the force for over a decade.
Even the Genin who had not yet entered the Uchiha Police Force couldn't help but ask, believing that the force was about to face suppression from the High Command.
Fugaku looked at Zhi Shui, indicating the deep connection between the Uchiha Clan and the Police Force at this moment. The Uchiha themselves would be the first to object to any separation.
Zhi Shui nodded and stood up, speaking up, "Everyone, please calm down and listen to me for a moment."
Many Uchiha closed their mouths, quietly turning their attention to Zhi Shui.
Despite his young age, Zhi Shui's strength and accomplishments had earned him a reputation within the Uchiha Clan that rivaled that of the Uchiha Elders.
Not a single Uchiha would dislike a powerful clan member who was dedicated to the family.
"First of all, it's only a temporary suspension of some Police Force ninjas, not a revocation of their positions," Zhi Shui explained.
"And this has nothing to do with the High Command trying to take over the Police Force. It's because the Fourth Hokage trusts the strength of the Uchiha Clan."
The Uchiha ninjas looked at Zhi Shui with confusion, wondering why he was bringing up the Fourth Hokage and how their strength related to the suspension.
"After the war, Konoha received numerous high-quality missions with generous rewards, so many that we couldn't keep up with them, and our efficiency in completing missions has decreased," Zhi Shui continued his explanation.
"The Fourth Hokage believes that our Uchiha ninjas are powerful, and during this peaceful time, it's a waste of talent to only be responsible for village security. Therefore, he has decided to temporarily assign a group of capable Uchiha ninjas to complete these high-quality missions, showcasing Konoha's strength to the clients."
As Zhi Shui spoke, the Uchiha ninjas who had been grumbling about persecution by the High Command immediately fell silent, and their opinions changed.
"Am I on the list of suspended ninjas?" asked a confident Uchiha Tokubetsu Jonin.
If it was about strength, who else could it be but him?
Zhi Shui nodded. As long as the Uchiha Tokubetsu Jonin didn't show excessive obsession, their chances of being chosen were high.
Although Zhi Shui's initial intention was to reform the Police Force, it was also true that Konoha lacked capable Jonin to carry out mission assignments.
With Zhi Shui's affirmation, the Uchiha Tokubetsu Jonin instantly straightened up, proud that he was now recognized as a powerful ninja by both the clan and Konoha's official authorities.
"Clan Leader, Zhi Shui, am I on the list?"
Other Uchiha ninjas who considered themselves powerful couldn't sit still and asked the two leaders.
Those who received affirmation wore confident smiles, while those who were denied looked disappointed.
This scene amused Teuchi, who found it amusing how quickly his clan members changed their expressions.
Initially, they were agitated, feeling persecuted, but after a few compliments from Zhi Shui, they immediately changed their attitudes.
"Those not on the list don't need to worry. This is just the first attempt. If the results are positive, we might select even more capable Uchiha ninjas to contribute to building Konoha's powerful image," Zhi Shui reassured them.
He intended to completely separate the Uchiha from the Police Force, ensuring that only a small number of Uchiha ninjas would remain in the force, preventing the perception that the Police Force belonged to the Uchiha Clan.
In this harmonious atmosphere, all the Uchiha ninjas agreed to the proposal of temporarily suspending a portion of the Uchiha ninjas.
The observant Uchiha noticed that during this clan meeting, the Uchiha elders had surprisingly shown complete unity, with no disagreements, and all expressed their support.
After the discussion concluded, Fugaku asked Zhi Shui and Teuchi, the two "mission experts," to share their experiences in completing various high-level mission assignments.
"Team morale is crucial during missions. A united team can accomplish tasks more efficiently, while a divided team will face greater challenges and increased danger," Zhi Shui explained.
The Uchiha ninjas on the list listened intently with serious expressions.
Although Zhi Shui and Teuchi were younger, they were indeed more experienced in this regard.
The next day, another significant event occurred within the Uchiha Clan. The Fourth Hokage, accompanied by his assistant, visited the Uchiha to inspect their work!
This was an unusual occurrence. While previous Hokages had paid close attention to the Uchiha, it was not in this manner; they had kept an eye on them through the Anbu.
"Fourth Hokage-sama!"
Many Uchiha ninjas greeted Yu Sheng Mu Yue respectfully.
The new Hokage held a special place in the hearts of many Uchiha, which was why they had collectively voted for him during the Jonin meeting.
"Hello, everyone. How has the Police Force been lately? Do you feel relaxed or exhausted?" Yu Sheng Mu Yue responded with a smile.
"We Uchiha are not easily tired. This work is far from exhausting for us!" replied a relatively younger Uchiha Chunin, his voice filled with vigor.
"If I recall correctly, your name is Inokage, right? Keep up this momentum, and perhaps your name will spread throughout the Land of Fire." Yu Sheng Mu Yue encouraged.
Inokage's eyes widened in surprise, never expecting Mu Yue to address him by name so casually.
He was truly astonished. There were thousands of Chunin in Konoha, yet Mu Yue, the Fourth Hokage, remembered the name of an Uchiha Chunin he had never met before.
"Every Uchiha temporarily leaving the Police Force for missions must be approved by me," Mu Yue explained with a smile, noticing Inokage's confusion.
As he spoke, Mu Yue also encouraged the other Uchiha ninjas who were about to depart from the Police Force.
"Yakuwei, at such a young age, you've already achieved the rank of Jonin. Konoha's continued prosperity relies on the strength and vitality of young ninjas like you."
"Seishui, you..."
Mu Yue accurately called out the names of all the Uchiha ninjas leaving the Police Force, and the information he shared about them was entirely correct, without a hint of pretension.
The Uchiha ninjas who were addressed were visibly moved, feeling acknowledged by the Hokage himself.
"We must complete the assigned missions with utmost excellence and not disappoint the Fourth Hokage's expectations!" the Uchiha ninjas thought to themselves.
Everything Mu Yue did made them feel valued and respected, something they had never experienced during the reigns of the Second and Third Hokages.
The atmosphere became incredibly harmonious, and even the most aloof Uchiha made an effort to smile at Mu Yue.
The enthusiasm of the Uchiha clan surprised even Water Gate, who wondered if this was the same clan he knew.
"Fourth Hokage, Water Gate Assistant, this is our clan's training ground. Countless Police Force ninjas have trained here day and night, striving to maintain Konoha's peace and security."
The inspection officially began, and Uchiha Fugaku led Mu Yue and Water Gate around the clan's territory.
"Impressive. The Uchiha clan has played a significant role in Konoha's long-lasting peace and stability," Mu Yue praised as he took in the surroundings.
The Uchiha ninjas straightened their backs, proud of their contributions.
"We don't take all the credit. The Uchiha clan merely does what it can and should," Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile.
Soon after, Uchiha Fugaku led Mu Yue and the others to the Police Force, and on their way, they encountered Uchiha ninjas diligently patrolling the streets.
At the end of the inspection, everyone returned to the Uchiha clan's territory, where Mu Yue delivered a speech summarizing the inspection.
If the Konoha reporters were to write about it, they would describe how the Fourth Hokage highly praised the Uchiha ninjas' work ethic, acknowledged the clan's contributions to Konoha's security, and expressed his hope that the Uchiha ninjas would play an even more significant role in building a safer, more harmonious, and prosperous Konoha in the new era.
In simpler terms, Mu Yue complimented the Uchiha clan and supported Zhi Shui's speech at the clan meeting.
With the Uchiha clan's internal agreement and Mu Yue's support as the Fourth Hokage, this policy, beneficial to both Konoha and the Uchiha, was quickly implemented.
Some Uchiha Jonin and Chunin with exceptional abilities temporarily left the Police Force and were assigned by Mu Yue to various teams to carry out missions.
"With the addition of these Uchiha ninjas, the village's mission income will undoubtedly increase significantly. If we can maintain this momentum and propose new initiatives, the advisors may have fewer doubts," Water Gate said to Mu Yue with a delighted expression.
Despite his busy schedule, Water Gate was genuinely happy because he could see Konoha moving in a positive direction due to their efforts.
This sense of accomplishment was overwhelming, and even the prospect of breaking through his breathing technique couldn't excite Water Gate as much.
He had become the Hokage Assistant for the betterment of Konoha.
Now, with the village on the path to realizing his dreams, how could personal growth compare to building Konoha?
"That's not necessarily true. The village's revenue may increase, but the advisors' salaries won't," Mu Yue shook his head.
Sometimes, collective interests and personal interests are separate matters. For instance, Uchiha Danzo often engaged in unethical acts that harmed Konoha to strengthen his own power.
Mu Yue wasn't sure about Danzo's intentions, but the facts were evident.
"It shouldn't be that bad, right?" Water Gate hesitated.
After becoming the Hokage Assistant, he had witnessed the flaws in Konoha's high command, but he still believed they wouldn't act against the village's interests.
"Let's not discuss that now. I'd like to ask you to take me to Sacred Tree Mountain," Mu Yue requested.
Kyurebi's control over space-time had reached a proficient level, and his strength was sufficient for self-protection. It was time to acquire the Immortal Arts.
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