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Chapter 126: Chapter 126

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"Yoichi-sama!"

This time, upon Yoichi's return to the clan's resting camp, he was met with gazes from his clansmen, thrice as fervent as before.

Previously, the clansmen respected Yoichi for the benefits he provided and his formidable strength shown during the Konoha-Kumo battles.

Now, their admiration came from the depths of their hearts, as he had unleashed the Uchiha clan's ultimate power.

The Mangekyō Sharingan was legendary within the Uchiha clan. Since Madara's death, it had been ages since any clansman had activated the Mangekyō Sharingan. Yet today, they witnessed its awakening in Yoichi.

"How are our people?"

"Seven have fallen. The final counterattack by the Cloud ninja was fierce; they were responsible for holding off the enemy."

Even though Konoha had the upper hand in the situation, the Cloud ninja were not to be underestimated. Their desperate counterattacks could still inflict significant casualties on Konoha.

"Don't worry, their families will be well compensated," Yoichi reassured, as his clansmen nodded without saying much, accepting the harsh realities of the battlefield, not like fresh academy graduates.

"Yoichi-sama, you have truly elevated the Uchiha's name this time!"

"Don't worry, the Uchiha will eventually become the first great clan of the ninja world."

Yoichi said with a smile, then instructed them to prepare for their return, except for those staying at the border to build ninja outposts; the rest were to return to Konoha.

They fought as a family, and none were left behind.

Returning to his tent, Yugito still wore a face filled with deep resentment, but she seemed somewhat desperate now, having just learned that the son of the Third Raikage, Ai, had been captured, making her feel like she couldn't return.

With the Cloud ninja defeated, the chances of negotiating her return through peaceful means became even slimmer.

Five days later, Sakumo had arranged everything. He dispatched ninja to the Land of Hot Water to survey the area, confirming that the Cloud ninja had completely withdrawn and had them submit a defeat document before releasing Ai.

The wound on Ai's chest had been treated, though it would leave a scar. Before leaving, Ai didn't say a word, likely ingraining this humiliating experience deeply within himself.

The border now had enough ninja for surveillance and defense, and soon Sakumo led a large group of ninja back to the village.

The ninjas traveled quickly; it didn't take a day from the Fire Country's border to the village. However, if there were trains, the ninja could save a lot of strength and chakra.

Upon returning to Konoha, the returning ninja were warmly welcomed by the village. The Konoha high command, to boost the village's morale, extensively publicized the defeat of the Cloud ninja on the eastern front throughout the village.

Now all the villagers knew their village had defeated the invaders and protected their homeland. The returning ninja could truly be called heroes of Konoha.

Both Sakumo and Yoichi, renowned ninjas, received particularly enthusiastic receptions, with villagers and fellow ninja cheering loudly upon seeing these famous figures.

Yoichi approached Sakumo and asked, "Sakumo-senpai, are we heading to the Hokage's building now?"

Sakumo nodded and said, "Yes, we need to give a post-war report. I believe all the Jōnin are already there; we can head straight over."

"Understood."

Yoichi then called over two Uchiha clansmen and instructed, "Kanta-kun, Kōki-kun, please take care of Yugito. After you bring her to my house, just watch over her for a while. Except for Elder Kenji's people, don't bother with anyone else."

"Yes, Yoichi-sama!"

As Kanta had just finished speaking, two members of the ANBU appeared beside Yoichi using the Body Flicker Technique, then said to him, "Uchiha Yoichi, the Hokage orders that the Two-Tails Jinchūriki be placed under the surveillance of the ANBU."

However, Yoichi paid no attention to these two, continuing to speak to Uchiha Kanta, "If someone tries to take Yugito away, arrest them for espionage. If there are too many spies, inform Masato-senpai and Yokogawa-senpai."

"Yes, Yoichi-sama!"

Kanta responded decisively, then left with Yugito; the ANBU, seemingly having received another order upon hearing Yoichi's instructions, also departed.

"Yoichi-kun."

Sakumo sighed helplessly, knowing Yoichi well enough to understand that he wouldn't compromise, potentially widening the rift between him and the village.

But he also knew that Yoichi, despite his personal ambitions, had never acted against the village's interests, often protecting it instead.

"Sakumo-senpai, do you think I would act against the village?" Yoichi suddenly asked.

"No, you might have your personal motives, but all your actions have protected the village," Sakumo replied, half-jokingly adding, "I might not have the Sharingan, but I'm pretty good at reading people."

"Indeed, but the high command won't see it that way. They've inherited the Second Hokage's views, perhaps even disliking the Uchiha more than he did. They know I've activated the Mangekyō; in their eyes, they'll only care about the threat it poses, similar to when Madara controlled the Nine-Tails to attack the village."

Yoichi's voice was low, audible only to Sakumo walking beside him.

"The Uchiha will always be viewed through the lens of Madara's actions, even though the Uchiha clan has renounced him. As long as they hold on to the Second Hokage's narrow-minded views, that won't change. So, Sakumo-senpai, are you free tomorrow?"

"Huh?"

Sakumo paused, his thoughts momentarily lagging before he realized Yoichi was inviting him out. He smiled and said, "Yes, Yoichi-kun, you're welcome to come over. My red bean soup isn't bad either."

Yoichi's expression changed slightly, and he quickly said, "I like sweets, no need to add chili."

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Arriving at the Hokage's building, just as Sakumo had said, all the Jōnin from the village were already there.

They were the last batch to arrive from the battlefield.

"Sakumo-kun and Yoichi-kun, please have a seat," said Hiruzen, his expression unchanging as if the ANBU's earlier denial to take the Two-Tails Jinchūriki hadn't been his doing.

There were still a few seats empty at the front, so Sakumo and Yoichi took their places there; while Sakumo sat in the standard kneeling position, Yoichi casually crossed his legs, not accustomed to the uncomfortable formalities due to a leg injury.

"The message scroll was quite brief; Sakumo-kun, could you elaborate on what happened on the battlefield?"

"Of course, Third-sama."

Then, Sakumo began detailing the events on the eastern front, having prepared thoroughly before their return. He described everything that had happened since the war began, including Yoichi's achievements, capturing intelligence, and killing two to three hundred Cloud ninja.

This record of achievement made all the Jōnin take notice, fully justifying Yoichi's title as the "Grim Reaper"

Especially noteworthy was Yoichi's activation of the Mangekyō and his use of Susanoo to hold off the Eight-Tails, ultimately capturing Ai from the A+B Combo, who was slated to be the next Fourth Raikage.

It could be said that the eastern front was largely brought to an end by Yoichi's efforts alone; he was the primary contributor to the victory.

After Sakumo finished his report, Hiruzen nodded and said, "Thank you for your efforts; this quick end to the battle spared us much in terms of resources and casualties."

Sakumo responded, "This is what Konoha ninja are meant to do, Third-sama."

However, Koharu suddenly spoke up, "You shouldn't have let the Cloud ninja surrender at that time; the village should have taken over. Now, apart from a surrender document, we have nothing, and knowing the nature of those Cloud ninja, the effect of this defeat document won't last long."

"Advisor Koharu, there was no choice at that time. Yoichi-kun was barely able to fight again, the Third Raikage was difficult to handle, the Cloud ninja forces were already mobilizing, and most importantly, the Eight-Tails Jinchūriki was unharmed," Sakumo explained, now realizing the village high command's attitude towards the Uchiha.

There had indeed been unfavorable actions in the past, but at that time, it seemed only Danzō held that view. However, it now appeared that the other two advisors and even the Third Hokage had similar views to some extent.

"If we hadn't let the Cloud ninja retreat, we might have ended up in a mutually destructive battle or been dragged down by them; there was no other choice."

Sakumo concluded, not knowing at the time that Yoichi still had Nine-Tails chakra, and thinking that was the inevitable outcome, hence why he left the decision-making to Yoichi on the battlefield.

In his view, having the Cloud ninja retreat and admit defeat was the best option at the time.

"The decisions made by Yoichi-kun and Sakumo-kun at the time were not wrong; since the war ended in victory, let's not discuss other matters," Hiruzen interrupted Koharu, then added, "Thank you for your hard work; the ninja returning from the eastern front should rest for a while, and their achievements will be recorded."

"If there's nothing else, let's conclude today's meeting."

Hiruzen didn't bring up the matter of the Kikyo Castle battlefield, where Jiraiya and Minato, his disciple and grandson, were involved, but the progress there was nowhere near as quick as in the Land of Hot Water, only highlighting Sakumo's wisdom and Yoichi's strength.

As the Jōnin meeting dispersed, Yoichi didn't expect Hiruzen to dissolve the meeting so quickly; he had thought Hiruzen would raise the issue of the Two-Tails Jinchūriki.

After the meeting, Yoichi greeted Sakumo as he left the Hokage's building and headed towards the Uchiha district.

Several Uchiha clansmen, all from the warrior faction, automatically followed Yoichi after leaving the Hokage's building.

Following the strong is a common trait among most Uchiha clansmen. Previously, Yoichi had earned the moniker "Konoha's Raijin" and now, with his victory in the war after activating the Mangekyō, he was poised to lead the warrior faction.

Now, he planned to visit Kenji's house first to discuss the upcoming election for the clan chief.

Military achievements, renown, the welfare of the Uchiha clansmen, and personal strength—Yoichi had it all, except perhaps his relatively young age.

But that was hardly an issue; he had performed flawlessly in all other aspects, so why dwell on this one point?

Yoichi intended to call for a new election for clan chief at the next clan meeting. With the positions of clan chief and head of the guard squad, he could accomplish much within the clan.

Fugaku and some Uchiha Jōnin from the peace faction also attended this Jōnin meeting, but Yoichi made no gesture of greeting towards Fugaku, the current clan chief, which visibly upset him.

"Let's head back, clan chief," Hachidai advised. There was nothing they could do; once the news of Yoichi activating the Mangekyō spread, even more clansmen would support him, including those from the peace faction.

This was the Uchiha's ultimate Dōjutsu, a symbol of divine power within the clan.

And now Yoichi had openly expressed his desire for the clan chief position, making it even harder for Fugaku; thinking this, Hachidai couldn't help but sigh internally.

It wasn't that Fugaku lacked ability, but his opponent was simply too strong. Like a mission assignment looking for a ninja: although a Chūnin might suffice, who would choose a Chūnin if a Jōnin or Kage-level ninja was available?

"I understand, Hachidai-senpai."

Fugaku sensed what he was up against, but he wasn't willing to relinquish his position without a fight. He hadn't done anything wrong; why should he be ousted?

He was chosen by these same clansmen, and now they were the ones pushing him out? Why? It wasn't fair.

Although Fugaku was deeply frustrated, feeling like there was a fire inside him that he couldn't vent, he knew he couldn't compete against the Mangekyō Sharingan and Yoichi's accomplishments.

Feeling upset, as if harboring an unexpressed fury.

After leaving the Hokage's building, Fugaku wasn't even sure where to go; the guard squad wasn't particularly busy at the moment, and there wasn't much to do at home.

"Today, I'll go back and oversee Itachi's training, and spend some time with Mikoto."

Fugaku suddenly remembered that he hadn't spent time with his family in a while. Itachi was also planning to train to become a ninja, although he was not yet three years old and still in the basic stages of learning to read.

When Fugaku arrived home, he saw Mikoto at the doorway, wearing thick-heeled high shoes, preparing to leave.

"Where are you going, Mikoto?" Fugaku asked immediately.

"Fugaku, you're back? Yoichi just called me to report on the affairs of the past three months, as there's a lot that needs signing, so I must handle it today," Mikoto replied, slightly startled by Fugaku's sudden return, but maintaining a calm demeanor.

"Is that so? Hmm, that guy comes back and starts ordering people around. Go on, Mikoto," Fugaku nodded, his disdain for that 'troublemaker' growing as he saw Yoichi calling his wife away.

However, after coming in, Fugaku suddenly recalled seeing Mikoto wearing makeup. Was that lipstick?

"Clan chief, you're back. Would you like to eat?" Yuzuki walked out of the kitchen and said with a smile, "I just finished cooking. I'll call Mikoto-sama and Itachi-kun."

"Just call Itachi; Mikoto just left to handle some business," Fugaku replied, but Yuzuki paused upon hearing this, nodding and saying, "Alright, then I'll call Itachi-kun."

Wasn't Mikoto-sama just talking with her a moment ago? Did someone come looking for Mikoto-sama?

(End of Chapter)


Chapter 127: Chapter 127

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After leaving the house, Mikoto headed straight to Yoichi's place. Her heart was racing because she had just lied to Fugaku.

No one had actually called her; it was during her chat with Yuzuki that she learned of Yoichi's return, and her longing erupted like a volcano, uncontrollable.

She wanted to see Yoichi-sama immediately. After ringing the doorbell, someone quickly came to open the door.

Yoichi had also just returned. After showing Yugito to her room, he was about to head upstairs to rest, but he heard the doorbell ring.

Turning around to open the door, he found Mikoto-san and greeted her with a smile, "Welcome, Mikoto."

'Yoichi-sama calls me that even in my dreams!'

Mikoto's heart thumped wildly, feeling as if she were returning to that dreamlike existence: "I'm back... No, I mean, sorry for the intrusion."

Caught off guard, Mikoto almost thought of this place as her own home. Blushing, she entered, took off her high-heeled shoes, and slipped her delicate feet, sheathed in black silk stockings, into the guest slippers before following Yoichi inside.

"Yoichi-sama, I came today to report on matters; there's been a lot accumulated over these three months."

"Hmm, let's talk upstairs. There's a captive from the Cloud Village on the first floor."

Yoichi interrupted, then invited Mikoto upstairs just as before.

Mikoto's face flushed, recalling their last encounter, but then a young girl with golden braided hair and a deeply troubled expression emerged from a room on the first floor.

"She is..."

"The Two-Tails Jinchūriki from the Cloud Village, now my captive. There's no other place for her yet, so she's staying here for now. That's why I mentioned the first floor is inconvenient, come with me, Mikoto-san."

Yoichi invited her upstairs and then turned to warn Yugito, "Stay in your room and behave. The place is surrounded by Sharingan users, so if you try to leave..."

"Hmph!"

Yugito huffed and turned back to her room.

Seeing there indeed was someone else on the first floor, Mikoto felt both uneasy and expectant, but still followed Yoichi upstairs.

"Yoichi-sama, is this your bedroom?"

"Yes, it's spacious enough, and we can talk here too."

After closing the door, Yoichi naturally took Mikoto-san's delicate hand and asked softly, "Mikoto-san, do you know who I thought about the most on the battlefield?"

"...Who?"

Mikoto asked nervously, her lips slightly parted in anticipation and fear of his response.

After all, this wasn't a dream, but reality; she wasn't the wife of Yoichi-sama from her dreams but Fugaku's wife.

"It's you, Mikoto-san. I dream of you every night. We live a simple life together, and we even have a child."

"His name is... Sasuke, right?"

Mikoto couldn't contain her excitement, not expecting Yoichi to have had the same dream. Initially, she had doubted it was some illusion.

But she was, after all, an Uchiha Jōnin, and Yoichi-sama was on the battlefield, fighting. How could he cast illusions on her? So, it must be a coincidence that they shared the same dream.

Yoichi, perfectly surprised, then took Mikoto-san's other hand and said, "Mikoto, you dreamt of Sasuke too?"

"Yes, Yoichi-sama, what a coincidence."

Mikoto, seeing the intense look in Yoichi's eyes, felt as if she was burning under his gaze, her breathing becoming more rapid.

"Mikoto, the first thing I wanted to do upon returning was to find you, but I was delayed by some matters. Now that you've come to me, I'm so happy."

"But, Yoichi-sama, I am Fugaku's wife; it was just a dream..."

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"Mikoto, I don't want you to be his wife anymore. Divorce Fugaku."

Yoichi said, noting the risks and infrequency of their secret meetings. Mikoto had to consider her family, so it would be better to just divorce Fugaku. This way, even if Mikoto was with him, no one could criticize her.

"I know he's been forcing you to gather information from me, using his wife for such purposes. He shouldn't be your husband, Mikoto. You just agree, and I'll handle the rest;

Just the fact that he forced you to gather information from our clansmen is enough to strip him of his position and send him to prison."

Mikoto was tempted but shook her head, "Yoichi-sama, he is... after all, Itachi's father, going to prison is too..."

"Are you still thinking about him?"

"No, not like that, Yoichi-sama, I just think it's too much; it could damage your reputation in the clan."

Seeing Yoichi's anger, Mikoto quickly moved closer to explain, her gesture immediately softening Yoichi's mood.

"Alright, just agree to the divorce then. I'll talk to him privately, make him see reason."

Yoichi was just teasing Mikoto, who, in her haste, wrapped her arms around his neck to explain.

He was now well-rested, and if not for the lack of time, Yoichi would have continued their 'encounter' twice more.

Later, Yoichi shared his thoughts and plans, and Mikoto nodded in agreement, feeling this was already very good.

As long as she could divorce Fugaku privately without making a big scene about sending him to prison, it wasn't too bad.

Moreover, this was probably better for both of them. Mikoto felt she had no more feelings for Fugaku, who was solely focused on his position as clan chief.

When it was really getting late, Mikoto reluctantly got up from the bed, ready to wash up.

But while bathing, when Mikoto touched her abdomen, she suddenly thought of Sasuke.

After tidying up, Mikoto walked downstairs to the door, where she told Yoichi, "No need to see me out, Yoichi-sama. I'll go back on my own."

"Be careful then. If anything happens, come to me."

"I know, don't worry. Anata."

The last address, Mikoto said in a lowered voice, turning to leave quickly after speaking, feeling embarrassed. In her haste, she nearly stumbled due to her shaky legs, but her Jōnin instincts helped her regain balance.

Yoichi watched Mikoto leave with a smile before turning back inside.

He had worked out all afternoon and was now quite hungry, especially since he had skipped lunch.

But when he reached the kitchen, he found Yugito sitting at the dining table, looking disdainfully at him, and after a moment, she turned her head away and muttered, "Hmph!"

Well, it's not like I'm bothering you!

Yoichi checked the fridge; after his departure, he had the meal deliveries stopped, and the house had only ramen and some frozen meat left.

Something simple to fill the stomach would do, as the village didn't have much else good besides barbecue.

Yoichi took out some barbecue and ramen, preparing to make something simple.

Yugito suddenly spoke up, "I'm hungry too."

"There's food for you, but if you behave and cooperate with me, I can even lift the seal on you."

Yoichi wasn't worried about Yugito escaping. She had the Flying Thunder God seal on her, so even if she ran back to the Cloud Village, he could easily bring her back.

But this proud little cat needed to be tamed like training a hawk.

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Elsewhere, when Mikoto returned home, Fugaku and Itachi had already finished their meal. Yuzuki quickly said, "Mikoto-san, you're back. I've prepared dinner for you."

"Mikoto, why are you back so late today?"

"Because there's been a lot to deal with. And Fugaku, today Yoichi-sama asked me if I had leaked any information."

Mikoto deliberately mentioned Yoichi's business, causing Fugaku's face to subtly change. He then said to Itachi, "Itachi, review what I taught you this afternoon."

Once Itachi left, Fugaku's expression became serious. "What did he say... Never mind, Mikoto, you eat first."

Mikoto was also hungry, and her quick eating caught the attentive Yuzuki's eye.

Mikoto must have skipped lunch, so she's very hungry tonight.

After dinner, Mikoto went to the study and repeated all the messages Yoichi had asked her to convey to Fugaku.

Actually, this wasn't a big deal. Fugaku only needed to emphasize his position as clan chief and say he was considering the clan's interests to resolve everything.

But Fugaku overlooked the power and authority of his position. If he insisted that he, as the clan chief, was worried about clan affairs, which is why he intervened in Yoichi's business dealings,

Then Yoichi couldn't do much about it, at most, people would talk behind his back.

But now he saw Yoichi as a rival for the position of clan chief rather than as a clansman.

Stealing information from a rival and being caught is, of course, very serious. If brought up at the clan meeting, he would be the clan's disgrace.

So Fugaku was somewhat panicked. When Mikoto came in, he quickly asked, "How did he know?"

"Maybe last time you asked me to persuade those people, it was discovered, then told to Yoichi."

Mikoto paused, then continued, "Fugaku, I advised him, but Yoichi wants to talk to you."

"Talk? What can he talk to me about?"

"I'm not sure, he just said he could keep this quiet, but it all depends on your decision."

"Trying to threaten me with this? Mikoto, does he have any evidence?"

"He probably does. He even knows when I intervened in the combat clothing factory, sorry, Fugaku."

"It's not your fault!"

Fugaku clenched his fists, then slowly released the frustration in his chest, asking, "Did he say when to meet?"

Mikoto said, "Tomorrow afternoon, in the forest behind his house."

"Good, that time then!"

Fugaku said, wanting to see what exactly Yoichi could threaten him with, then said, "Rest early today, I'll step out for a bit."

After speaking, Fugaku left and walked outside.

Mikoto felt a slight twinge of guilt: 'Sorry, Fugaku, but it has to be this way.'

"Mother."

A call from behind startled Mikoto, who turned to see Itachi standing at the door.

"Itachi, what is it?"

"Father left, where did he go?"

"Your father might be a bit busy, sorry, Itachi, after a while, Mom will spend more time with you."

Mikoto stood up, walked over to Itachi, took his hand, and said, "Mom is a bit tired today, so let's rest early; once this period is over, Mom will spend more time with you."

"Hmm."

Although Itachi didn't know what was happening, he felt his mother was becoming more distant.

That night, Yoichi went to his home's basement and, after checking his body with some equipment and confirming there were no problems, continued his training with star stones.

While absorbing the chakra from the star stones, Yoichi felt his eyes gradually recovering, as things that were once blurry in the distance became clear again.

"Right, since it can increase visual prowess, naturally it can restore it. Star stone chakra and Hashirama cells are similar, just without the regenerative power of the cells."

For Yoichi, this was also a good thing. After recovering his visual prowess, he could continue to strengthen it.

Continuing to absorb star stone chakra, he estimated he could soon enhance the Mangekyō Sharingan's visual prowess to its utmost, eventually unleashing the true full form of Susanoo.

At that point, even the Tailed Beasts would seem like little pets to him.

(End of Chapter)


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