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Chapter 46N

Chapter 46N

“It’s not that I don’t want to help. It’s just that I only picked up medical ninjutsu partway through my training. If even the best doctors at Konoha Hospital can’t do anything, how could you expect me to perform a miracle... Please forgive my incompetence.”

It wasn’t that Rēn didn’t want to help.

If he could use this opportunity to break into the social circles of the other clans—long closed off to the Uchiha—that would undoubtedly be a good...

Chapter 45N

Chapter 45N

Konoha Hospital.

A single-patient room near the corridor corner on the second floor—this was Uchiha Rēn's room.

Life in the hospital wasn’t as pleasant as he had imagined. Rēn had overestimated his influence. After Shisui told the Elders what he did at the Hokage building—and after they amplified the tale and spread it among the clan—

The entire compound erupted.

That damned Danzō had been turned into a vegetable and was now lying in the ho...

Chapter 44N

Chapter 44N

Hold Uchiha Rēn accountable?

Don’t be ridiculous.

The only reason Senju Hashirama dared to discipline the rogue ninja Uchiha Madara was because he had the strength to beat his friend’s face into the ground.

For Danzō to be defeated so easily filled the Third Hokage with unease. In his heart, he knew he himself might not be able to defeat Danzō that easily at his age. Illusions or not, even Uchiha genjutsu shouldn't have been enough to leave Danzō un...

Chapter 43N

Chapter 43N

The heavy blossoms bent the branches low. The cherry trees, once in full bloom, had begun to wither. The light in Danzō’s eyes dimmed with them, as if his soul had been drained away. If not for the slight movement of his pupils, he would have looked no different from a sun-dried corpse.

The mental energy feedback replenished the cost of activating Konohana-Sakuya, his dojutsu, and even left Rēn with a slight surplus. Within the illusion space, it gave him a sense o...

Chapter 42N

Chapter 42N

The patterns of the Mangekyō Sharingan were never the same between any two users.

Rēn was no exception.

Using Danzō’s pupils as a mirror, Rēn saw the shape of his own eyes—six-bladed pinwheels, similar in structure to Shisui’s four-bladed pattern, but with two additional blades. The edges were longer and more curved.

“Beautiful eyes, aren’t they?”

A pleased smile appeared on Rēn’s face.

But in Danzō’s eyes, that smile was m...

Chapter 41N

Chapter 41N

For decades, the Hokage building had enjoyed peace. Since the founding of the village, it had never suffered an internal threat like this. For the first time, it was experiencing pain from within.

Rēn and Danzō were engaged in a fierce fight. Before either had even bled, the Hokage building had already taken significant damage. It was thanks only to the building’s reinforced structure as the administrative center of Konoha that it hadn’t been completely destroyed...

Chapter 40N

Chapter 40N

Among the older generation in Konoha, it was widely known that the Second Hokage had six students: Sarutobi Hiruzen, Shimura Danzō, Uchiha Kagami, Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and the most overlooked of them all—Akimichi Torifu.

Of course, the term “student” was a stretch.

All of them had received instruction from the Second Hokage during their time at the Ninja Academy, but only Sarutobi Hiruzen was considered a true personal disciple. The Second Hoka...

Chapter 39N

Chapter 39N

Next to the conference room was a small side room. It was used as a waiting area for secretaries, bodyguards, and aides who accompanied the clan heads and division heads to meetings. Today, Shisui, who had been brought along as Rēn’s aide, sat quietly inside.

Though called “small,” the room was only small compared to the massive conference hall next to it.

“Please, don’t let this blow up…”

Standing in the corner of the room, Shisui was filled...

Chapter 38N

Chapter 38N

As the two spoke, they had already passed several streets and arrived in front of the Hokage Building—its outer walls painted red. Though considered a landmark of the Hidden Leaf Village, in reality, it had little architectural value. Looking up at it from the front, Rēn thought it resembled nothing more than a giant upside-down plastic bucket.

No aesthetic appeal whatsoever.

No authority or solemnity befitting a central administrative building either.

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Chapter 37N

Chapter 37N

Morning in the Hidden Leaf Village carried a peaceful, joyful atmosphere.

Children heading to the Ninja Academy chased each other through the streets, their bright laughter echoing between alleys and rooftops. That cheerful energy spread unconsciously to the passersby and shopkeepers, bringing smiles to everyone’s faces—until it was broken by the appearance of two distinct figures.

The large flame fan crest on the back of a black robe was impossible to ignore...

Chapter 36N

Chapter 36N

Hokage Office.

“Uchiha Fugaku is no longer the head of the Uchiha clan. Uchiha Rēn has become the new clan head... Kakashi, are you sure this isn’t a joke?”

The Third Hokage, still awake late into the night, stared wide-eyed at Kakashi, who was kneeling silently before his desk, disbelief written across his face.

“Yes. That’s what Uchiha Fugaku personally told me. Over a hundred members of the Uchiha Police Force were present at the time. It’s ...

Chapter 35N

Chapter 35N

“Don’t you understand yet? The Police Force has the authority to establish laws.”

“But what can we really do with that?”

“What can we do? Heh. With that authority, even without the Hokage’s approval, we can draft new regulations to reform the Police Force. And not just that—we can also use it to restrain our clansmen’s overly violent and arrogant enforcement practices. If this works, we might even be able to improve the clan’s terrible reputat...

Chapter 34N

Chapter 34N

Shisui signed his name on the resignation letter with a complicated expression, then handed it to Kakashi, who wore his usual mask.

Of course, the ANBU wasn’t something one could leave just because they wanted to.

Its full name was the "Ansatsu Senjutsu Tokushu Butai" (Assassination and Tactical Special Unit.)

During the Second Hokage’s era, it was a feared killing force known throughout the shinobi world. Back then, once someone joined ANBU, there was ...

Chapter 33N

Chapter 33N

Upon hearing those words,

The white-haired ANBU was stunned.

Was this a scheme?

The clan head had been replaced in one night?

When had that happened? If he recalled correctly, today—no, it was past midnight already— so yesterday, Uchiha Fugaku had still submitted official documents to the Hokage in his capacity as both clan head and head of the Konoha Police Force.

Was the Uchiha clan really this… hasty in their affairs? Could a position a...

Chapter 32N

Chapter 32N

“What? Is there a problem?”

Rēn looked toward the man standing at the front—Uchiha Meirai.

“Captain Meirai, if you have something to say, say it now. If you keep silent, I’ll assume you all understand everything. If anyone complains afterward… don’t blame me for punishing without warning.”

The Konoha Police Department’s structure wasn’t bloated. Aside from administrative departments like the office, finance, personnel, and equipment, it...

Chapter 31N

Chapter 31N

As their conversation ended, they exited the shadowy, quiet forest. Lights shimmered in the distance—the Police Force headquarters was finally in sight.

They crossed the remaining hundred or so paces in an instant.

Rēn came to a stop in front of the building and looked up at the symbol hanging high over the front—an emblem of a shuriken embedded with the Uchiha clan’s fan. It was the symbol of the Konoha Police Force, representing the Uchiha’s ownership....

Chapter 30N

Chapter 30N

The true nature of the Sharingan?

That question itself sounded strange. The Sharingan is the Sharingan—what “nature” is there to discuss? It was like stopping a random person on the street and asking, “Do you know the true nature of humanity?”

You’d probably get nothing but eye-rolls or insults in return.

Of course, judging people by status is something most can't help.

But when Rēn was the one asking such a question, no one present thoug...

Chapter 29N

Chapter 29N

The newly appointed clan head announced the end of the gathering.

With complicated emotions, the clansmen broke up into small groups and left. It wouldn’t be long before the Uchiha who had stayed behind in the compound heard the news about the change in leadership.

Of course, to ensure the news reached every member capable of acting independently, the elders would also spread word of the new clan head and his achievements through various methods. They had done ...

Chapter 28N

Chapter 28N

“Rēn, just who do you think you’re threatening?”

Elder Homaru’s eyes widened in fury.

Yelling was one thing, but ending with a direct threat? That was too much. He always thought the Uchiha should be proud and domineering—but this was overboard. Was this how one gained support, by threatening others?

Before Rēn could even respond, Uchiha An, the only female elder, stepped forward and walked toward Uchiha Genshi and the others. Uchiha Ranzan imme...

Chapter 27N

Chapter 27N

“What else?”

Uchiha Fugaku stared at Rēn. “The repeated leadership failures you mentioned—besides the Nine-Tails incident, what other decisions are you referring to?”

He didn’t respond to whether the decision on the night of the Nine-Tails attack was right or wrong. Instead, he avoided the issue with a counter-question.

“Trying to change the subject? Very well…” Rēn shook his head slightly and continued, "When the village proposed reloca...

Chapter 26N

Chapter 26N

Impeach the current clan head for incompetence?

The clansmen froze. Had such a thing ever happened in Uchiha clan history?

Even Uchiha Madara had only relinquished his position as clan head after leaving Konoha, and with Madara's strength, no one would have dared to impeach him anyway. The Uchiha weren’t fools. Pride and stupidity might sometimes overlap, but no one could afford to be arrogant in front of Madara.

“Rēn, do you even understand what you�...

Chapter 25N

Chapter 25N

He couldn’t be certain of the truth.

Based on his own experience, while there was a fundamental leap in power between the Sharingan and the Mangekyō Sharingan. It wasn’t an overwhelming transformation in the physical sense, but even still, the difference between the two was obvious. Once a Mangekyō was used, even without any unique techniques, just the pure use of the regular dojutsu alone would be enough for others to notice.

Just now, Rēn had used genjut...

Chapter 24N

Chapter 24N

Rēn was absolutely determined to establish his dominance.

Even if no one stepped forward to provoke him, he was prepared to take the initiative.

If he didn’t subdue these unruly clansmen here and now, then even if he took the position of clan head, it would mean nothing. What he wanted was a clan that would follow him obediently, like Samehada—obedient and reliable. Not a group of Uchiha who said one thing and did another, who shot arrows while pointing spea...

Chapter 23N

Chapter 23N

They had drawn weapons.

Inside this secret chamber used for clan meetings, a battle had broken out—this was the first time anything like it had ever happened. Even the elders were stunned, watching Uchiha Suo and Rēn suddenly fight in front of everyone.

No one stepped in to stop it.

Although the chamber was meant for clan assemblies, there was no rule saying clan members couldn't fight here, this was simply the first time it had happened. And with the cl...

Chapter 22N

Chapter 22N

“Rēn, over here.”

Uchiha Chihaya, sitting in the second row, waved at him.

As a young jonin promoted less than half a year ago, she should have been seated at the back. But privilege existed everywhere. With a grandfather serving as an elder, and being a lass, Chihaya had squeezed into a front-row seat beside Elder Ryūji without anyone saying a word.

Arrogance had long been ingrained in the Uchiha clan’s bones.

And those qualified to attend th...

Chapter 21N

Chapter 21N

“How should I approach it?”

Rēn asked earnestly.

“Remember what Uncle Yashiro just said? Don’t take the praise outsiders throw around too seriously,” Uchiha Ranzan said.

“That annoying old man!” Chihaya from the side looked annoyed.

“Rēn, both you and Shisui have big reputations. Some say Shisui is the strongest in the clan. Others insist it’s you. But no matter who people think is number one, it’s mostly just the younger gener...

Chapter 20N

Chapter 20N

As a child, Rēn had long been puzzled by what deity the Naka Shrine actually worshipped. The shrine, used by the Uchiha clan for gatherings and public events, was essentially clan property. But unlike the clan’s compounds which had moved multiple times, the Naka Shrine had always remained in the same corner of the village.

Interestingly, after two relocations, the Uchiha clan’s compound ended up even closer to the shrine.

“Rēn, I remember when you were li...

Chapter 19N

Chapter 19N

As the saying goes, plans never keep up with changes. Life’s journey is always full of unpredictable surprises. But Rēn didn’t dislike such surprises. A future that can be seen through at a glance is dull enough to kill one’s motivation. It’s the unknown, the unpredictable, the chaotic future that’s worth looking forward to and chasing!

No matter how others saw it, Rēn liked this kind of life—one filled with tension and excitement.

It made him feel ...

Chapter 18N

Chapter 18N

“Five million ryo in fines.”

Uchiha Fugaku gave the answer.

“That’s it?”

Rēn raised an eyebrow in surprise.

Five million ryo sounded like a large sum, but to Rēn, it was something he could earn by taking on a few high-difficulty missions. Besides, his family had a private workshop that produced explosive tags. He could just spend more time there and craft a batch of high-quality tags. Five million ryo wasn’t hard to gather.

To make...

Chapter 17N

Chapter 17N

On a spring afternoon, Rēn walked beneath blooming cherry trees, listening to the soft sound of wind brushing through the branches and leaves. He arrived at a grand residence with an imposing gate that stood open. Inside the courtyard, the plants were trimmed beautifully. A stone-paved path of gray-blue tiles led to a sliding door at the far end.

He walked in without hesitation, slid open the door, and called out, “Anyone home?”

No one responded.

Rēn ...