From Naruto onwards, I've become a dreamer.

Chapter 14 The Shadow of Black Zetsu
Nanga Shrine is a 5A-level scenic spot in Konoha Village and a well-known institution for continuing education of talents.

Zong Yue felt that this shabby place was simply outrageous.

Just like in Longchang, Tongliao, any Uchiha who comes here to study can more or less gain some unique insights.

As for what specific insights one gains, that depends on individual talent and luck.

It's not surprising that he could be called a madman, a filial son, or a beast. What shocked Zongyue was that he could actually raise Kagami and Shisui. That's really amazing.

After taking a group photo, Zongyue followed the secret passage inside the shrine and met Uchiha Fugaku in the underground chamber.

The large, secret room was brightly lit with candles. Uchiha Fugaku faced the wall with his hands behind his back.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time, Zongyue."

As expected of the Uchiha clan, showing off is ingrained in their bones. Looking at Fugaku's back, Muneki's lips twitched involuntarily: "Lord Fugaku, I'm here."

"Eh," Fugaku Uchiha still didn't turn around, but sighed softly, as if he had unspeakable bitterness in his chest.

"Why is Lord Fugaku sighing?" Munezuki asked tactfully.

"I lament the plight of the Uchiha clan. They are in dire straits now, facing the imminent threat of annihilation." Fugaku finally turned around, his face full of worry. "Sōgetsu, after what happened yesterday, you must have felt it too. The danger our Uchiha clan is facing now."

Upon hearing this, Zongyue clenched his fists, his face showing indignation and anger: "Lord Fugaku, you are right. I thought that although the Uchiha clan was not well received, we were at least ninjas from the same village. But I never expected Danzo to dare to openly attack me!"

At this point, he seemed like a boy who had been treated unfairly, his passion turning into grievance, and tears welling up in his eyes: "I don't think I've done anything wrong to Konoha. The reason I became a psychologist was inspired by Lady Tsunade, wanting to provide a spiritual haven for those ninjas who have suffered on the battlefield. But I never expected that Danzo would covet my ninjutsu!"

"I don't know!"

"Why is this happening, Lord Fugaku!"

The boy angrily clenched his fist, tears streaming down his face, filled with indignation and resentment. Even Fugaku, who had seen countless people, couldn't help but sigh: What an innocent boy.

However, Fugaku had not anticipated Muneki's current reaction.

Uchiha are known for their rich emotions and frequent mental health issues. It's normal for them to feel a bit resentful now that they've been betrayed by the Will of Fire, whom they trusted most.

"Hey, actually, it's not entirely your fault, Zongyue."

Fugaku stepped forward, patted the boy on the shoulder, and comforted him, "You did the right thing, but our Uchiha clan has never been accepted by Konoha."

"Huh? Why is that?" Zong Yue's eyes widened, her face clearly showing her curiosity.

"You should know about Uchiha Madara, right?" Fugaku cleared his throat and, without waiting for Muneki's reply, continued, "The Uchiha and Senju clans worked together to end the Warring States period and establish Konoha Village. However, Uchiha Madara, as the founder, betrayed Konoha Village and was killed by the First Hokage at the Valley of the End."

Zongyue was certainly aware of this history, but he still feigned confusion: "But... that was clearly Madara Uchiha's fault."

“You’re right. The reason our Uchiha clan is being ostracized is not because of Madara.”

As he spoke, Fugaku Uchiha stepped aside, revealing the gray-white wall: "It is our bloodline limit. What they fear is the true power of the Sharingan!"

Between the two Uchiha clan crests on the wall, a high platform enshrines an ancient stone tablet with hundreds of blurry and distorted characters carved on it.

"The true power of the Sharingan?" Zongyue asked, feigning confusion.

"Uchiha Muneki, do you know why Uchiha Madara was able to rival the First Hokage's Wood Release back then?"

Fugaku Uchiha's expression changed, and the three tomoe swirled in his pupils, releasing an invisible pressure: "You've already activated the three tomoe. Aren't you curious how our Uchiha clan, with only this level of power, can be hailed as the strongest in Konoha, alongside the Wood Release that pacified the world?"

Zongyue hesitated for a moment, then shook his head: "To be honest, Lord Fugaku, I don't think the three-tomoe Sharingan can be compared to the First Hokage's Wood Release."

“Then, let me tell you, Muneki.” Fugaku’s eyes gleamed with pride, and his tone rose a notch: “Beyond the three-tomoe Sharingan, there exists an even more powerful force, called: the Mangekyou Sharingan!”

"The Mangekyou Sharingan?" Zong Yue's mouth dropped open in shock.

"It was precisely because Madara Uchiha awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan that he was able to co-found Konoha with the First Hokage." At this point, Fugaku Uchiha's eyes almost overflowed with excitement, his face showing a certain exhilaration: "If even one person can awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan, we can completely change the current situation and make the Uchiha clan great again!"

If it weren't for the psychologist's strong emotional control, Zongyue would probably be laughing out loud right now.

Your son wiped out the entire Uchiha clan, and you call that great?
"Zongyue, you are the most promising person in the clan." Fugaku didn't forget to continue to make promises, patting him on the shoulder and saying, "I believe in you. If anyone can awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan, then that person will definitely be you. I have faith in you. The future of the Uchiha clan is in your hands."

That's enough, that's enough, I can't eat anymore.

Zong Yue felt somewhat helpless. Why did everyone like to make empty promises to him?

One minute it's that the future of Konoha is in his hands, the next it's that the future of the Uchiha clan is in his hands—it's the same rhetoric over and over again. I suggest a thorough investigation into the repetition rate!

"I will do my best, Lord Fugaku!" Zongyue put on a grateful expression, wishing he could add: "If you do not despise me, I am willing to become your godfather."

"The method to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan, as well as the secret history of our Uchiha clan, are all on this stone tablet." Fugaku pointed to the stone tablet and said, "However, the contents of the stone tablet are sealed in some way. Only those with at least a three-tomoe Sharingan can see a portion of the contents, and the rest can only be seen by those with the Mangekyou Sharingan."

“I’ll give it a try, Lord Fugaku.”

Zongyue activated his three-tomoe Sharingan and stared at the stone tablet.

Sure enough, the blurry and distorted characters on the stone tablet became legible.

However, knowing the plot, he wasn't interested in the nonsense on the stone tablet at all; it was just an act for Fugaku's benefit.

Ok?
Zongyue, who was pretending to look at the stone tablet, suddenly sensed something was amiss.

He is being 'watched'.

Those who are exceptional in the audience approach are highly perceptive to any kind of 'observation' behavior.

Clairvoyance!

Zong Yue secretly activated her spiritual vision, scanning her surroundings.

Finally, on the wall behind the stone tablet, he saw an inky shadow, and the etheric aura appeared gray.

The shadow writhed within the wall, like a mass of dark, viscous liquid; the strange feeling of being watched came from it.

"Black Absolute?"

Zong Yue frowned almost imperceptibly, then a cold smile curled at the corner of her lips.

You think you can sneak into other people's privacy without being discovered, right?
Okay, I'll teach you a lesson today!
Hidden within the wall, Black Zetsu stared menacingly at Uchiha Muneki: "I didn't expect that he could simulate Infinite Tsukuyomi with only three tomoe. It would be a waste not to make use of such a talent. Perhaps we could recommend him to Uchiha Madara and speed up the plan to revive his mother."

Just as Black Zetsu was plotting a series of schemes to harm others, he suddenly noticed Uchiha Muneki standing in front of the wall, and his expression changed drastically.

Immediately afterwards, Uchiha Muneki rapidly formed hand seals.

"Fire Release·Hao Fireball!"

Black Zetsu: ???
Fugaku: Holy crap?!

December 7th, sunny.

So sleepy, I got caught dozing off at work. Ugh, so annoying. I'll buy a lottery ticket after get off work. Gentlemen, please spare me a few tickets!
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(End of this chapter)