The Hokage, having traveled here, of course he'd unify the ninja world!

Chapter 20: A Practical Approach

"Everyone already knows that our clansmen who went out on missions recently have all been killed, right?"

Everyone nodded solemnly. Recently, four teams have left Konoha.

Apart from Qianyao, all 11 others died, and most of their bodies were never recovered.

Qianyao's teammates were also blown to pieces by the explosive tag trap, their bodies so badly dismembered that they could not be pieced back together. In the end, they could only be buried in the Grass Country.

"Konoha's First Division is targeting our Uchiha clan. They've not only encroached on our garrison's territory, but they've also assigned us some particularly difficult missions."

"The mission system has always been controlled by the Konoha leadership. They suffered a great loss this time and they certainly won't repent."

"They might set a trap for us next."

"Let's not take on any more tasks for the village for now."

Everyone agreed and nodded in agreement.

"Chieftain, if no combat personnel go out on missions, how long can the tribe support everyone?"

After a moment's thought, Fugaku replied, "Our Uchiha clan's assets have shrunk considerably since the Warring States period."

"But the accumulated wealth is enough to support everyone for several years."

After all, they are a family with a thousand-year history; it's impossible for them to have no money at all.

Qianyao smiled and said, "It won't take that long, it's just a transition period."

The elder suddenly spoke up: "The clansmen in the family are all restless. You can let them rest for a couple of days, but if it goes on for too long, I'm afraid they'll cause trouble."

Qian Yao remained calm and composed: "That's simple. They're all doing missions anyway, so it doesn't matter where they go."

"There are plenty of missions on the black market. We Uchiha were originally mercenaries, and we're just getting back to where we started."

"The number of people from the clan who can go out cannot be too large, so they need to compete for this spot themselves."

"Those who lose will stay home on holiday, while only those who win can go out to do missions."

The elder laughed heartily: "That's a good idea."

The Uchiha clan cannot be dispersed now, so only the elite can go out.

The meritocratic method of vying for spots is quite in line with the Uchiha clan's values.

"As for the work of the garrison, we just need to guard our own little plot of land, it's no different from before."

"The people from Konoha will definitely come to test us. We Uchiha now have three Mangekyou Sharingan, so we can be more assertive."

"If any Root members are found, kill them on sight!"

"If anyone from Konoha is protecting you, send out a signal flare. I'll be going to Konoha tomorrow and can come to your aid anytime."

"Non-combat personnel do not need to make any changes; they can continue their normal lives."

The non-combatants that Chiyo mentioned were civilians with the surname Uchiha, but without any ninja talent.

Ordinary people like this usually do small businesses to make a living.

For example, the Uchiha Tesho and Uchiha Jō couple were pancake sellers.

The largest group of people with the surname Uchiha are these ordinary people.

If the Uchiha clan wanted to produce talented offspring, they would prioritize choosing a partner from among these commoners.

But most people wouldn't touch these commoners unless your family has no commoners at all.

Fugaku nodded slightly, which could be considered as agreement with Chiyo's words.

After all, according to his view, not just those with the surname Uchiha are considered members of the clan; only those with ninja talent are considered members.

"Except for the Grand Elder, the Clan Chief, and Itachi, everyone else may leave now."

The second and third elders exchanged a glance and then looked at Fugaku, as if to say, "Are we not allowed to listen to what the elders say?"

The First Elder, Si Hu, slapped the Second Elder on the back of the head: "What are you looking at? Go down and stabilize the clansmen."

The Second Elder Yanhe was the captain of the First Elder Sihu back then, and he didn't dare to talk back after being slapped.

"Yes, Elder."

The Third Elder, Hongshu, immediately became obedient and went downstairs with the somewhat aggrieved Second Elder.

Itachi said something to Yusuke, who gave Itachi a strange look, but then agreed.

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After everyone had left, Qian Yao cleared his throat and spoke.

"Itachi, your desire for peace is not wrong, and I also do not want a large-scale war."

"But you have to consider what kind of person the Third Hokage of Konoha is."

"Don't you want to think about how the Senju clan was wiped out?"

Hearing Qian Yao's pointed remark, everyone present was shocked!

Itachi was completely dumbfounded: "Didn't the Senju clan change their names and integrate into Konoha?"

Qianyao patted Itachi on the shoulder: "You're too naive."

"Our Uchiha clan is still here, so why do they want to assimilate into Konoha?"

"When Hiruzen Sarutobi replicated Wood Release, how many Senju clan members became test subjects, and how many survived?"

"Doesn't he know how dangerous this kind of experiment is? The first one died, and he still didn't stop?"

"What do you think will happen to the Senju clan if all the young and middle-aged men die out?"

"The Senju clan's only heir, Nawaki, went to the battlefield at the age of 12. Why didn't Asuma go?"

"How did the rumor spread that the Anbu, who are all over Konoha, forced White Fang to his death?"

Why did the Third Hokage nominate Minato Namikaze as the Fourth Hokage, instead of Orochimaru or Tsunade?

"Why does everyone in Konoha know that Naruto is the Demon Fox, but no one tells him that his true identity is the Son of a Hero?"

"Leaving aside Kushina's assets, is it possible that the Fourth Hokage's legacy can't even guarantee Naruto's three meals a day?"

"Naruto is always causing trouble, but he's never really been punished. Can you guess why?"

Qianyao's series of questions made Itachi's gaze grow even deeper.

“Our Uchiha geniuses only need a few words of flattery to think they are invincible.”

"But you can't see many things right under your noses."

When Qianyao said this, he was completely detached from the Uchiha clan, and his stance was somewhat peculiar.

However, no one noticed this detail.

"Too many of our people are arrogant and have unwavering faith in what they believe in."

"No matter how many loopholes there are, they will not question them; the stronger they are, the more arrogant and self-willed they become."

"Chieftain, I have a question for you."

After tonight's events and Qianyao's insights, Fugaku dared not underestimate Qianyao at all, and said in a deep voice:

"Qianyao, you speak."

A cryptic smile played on Qian Yao's lips: "Could the method for saving the Uchiha clan recorded on the stone tablet be fake?"

Without a second thought, Fugaku replied, "Absolutely not!"

Qianyao spread his hands, making a helpless gesture: "You also thought before that Itachi was definitely on the side of the clan."

Fugaku was speechless, suddenly at a loss for words.

The Grand Elder spoke up from the side, "Qianyao, do you mean we should learn to question ourselves?"

Qianyao shook his finger: "No, I want our people to be more pragmatic."

"You see, instead of believing in these vague and unrealistic things, we should think about how to deal with Konoha Village."

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