Konoha: We, the Uchiha, are ready to give up!

Yes.

When he first met Uchiha Jin, his thoughts were actually very simple.

The first thing is to find a reliable teacher for my son.

As someone capable of awakening the Mangekyou Sharingan, Uchiha Jin was naturally his best and only choice.

As for becoming an elder, a nominal position in the police department, and receiving a share of the Uchiha caravan's profits...

This is the rule of the tribe!

Any Uchiha who can evolve the Mangekyou Sharingan can obtain these things.

But, unexpectedly.

As he got to know Uchiha Jin better, his mindset began to change.

Even now.

Although Jin-jun was his son's teacher, he himself secretly regarded Jin-jun as his teacher.

Most importantly, he did learn a lot.

“Yes, that’s a good way of thinking.” Uchiha Jin nodded slowly. “There was no need to rush.”

"In this ninja world, the strong are still respected."

"Strategies and the like must be supported by strength."

"As the strongest ninja clan, and possessing the Sharingan, the Uchiha clan would be very difficult for the village to kill, as long as they don't make some fundamental mistakes..."

"So there's no need to overthink it."

"Just go about your business. As for the village, just keep a little attention to it."

"Actually, you shouldn't say it."

"After talking with the clan leader, I've actually figured out a bit why Hiruzen Sarutobi did what he did this time."

He spoke in a relaxed tone as he said this.

Upon hearing this, Fugaku's eyes lit up, and he became impatient.

Although comforted by Uchiha Jin, he has begun to calm down.

But, same thing.

He still cared deeply about Hiruzen Sarutobi's thoughts.

“Oh, please speak, Mr. Jin,” Fugaku said quickly.

Uchiha Jin didn't hide anything from him and immediately began to tell him.

Do you remember what I just said?

"At this stage, it's all about endurance!"

"Since I understand this principle, there's no reason why Hiruzen Sarutobi shouldn't."

"If you think about it this way, temporary success or failure is actually not that important."

"On the contrary, this matter has become a quagmire. The longer Hiruzen Sarutobi gets involved in this, the more disadvantageous it will be for him!"

"Even if he wins in the end, his reputation will be ruined."

"The village lacks funding from the police department, which is something he can't deny."

"In that case, we might as well let go."

"It's just a simple apology; for someone in a position of power, it's really nothing."

"After all, what is a face? I'll sell you all of it, no matter how much it costs per pound!"

"Nothing else matters as long as we can win."

"So, that makes it simple."

"Anyway, the situation is already chaotic. Even if we continue to hold on, we'll only end up getting into trouble if we win in the end."

"Then we might as well just concede and end this game, and then start the next one!"

"By setting up your own scheme, you can take the initiative."

"And there's another advantage to doing this: it can completely wash away the stains on your body."

"Honestly admit your mistake and make up the difference to the police department."

"That way, even if we clash with the village in the future, we can't use this incident to our advantage."

"I have to admit, this old guy is really something!"

Uchiha Jin looked on with a sigh.

After all, the ability to "give up" is the ultimate test of one's character.

Who among ordinary people can understand this?

Everyone knows that you have to give up something to gain something, but when it really comes down to it, most people are reluctant to give up anything.

But, I must say.

Hiruzen Sarutobi did just that; although he seemed to have lost some money, he actually perfected his golden body.

This deal is definitely worthwhile.

But Fugaku, sitting next to him, felt a chill run down his spine, thinking that these people were truly ruthless.

They can make a big deal out of something as small as this.

Really...

Looking back at my past self, I realize I deserved to lose.

"Ugh, this is such a headache," Fugaku couldn't help but say. "Why make it so complicated?"

"Never mind!"

"I admit I'm not cut out for this. You should worry about this kind of thing, Mr. Jin."

Now that this matter is temporarily resolved, I'm more concerned about what our next step is.

"Just tell me directly, and I'll take care of it for you!"

Yes.

Fugaku is a real headache.

He really didn't want to get involved in such a brain-taxing matter.

Anyway, since there's a genius like Uchiha Jin in the clan (ranks 5 and 6), we might as well just follow his orders.

Uchiha Jin's lips twitched.

He really didn't know how to comment on Fugaku's brainlessness and trust.

But never mind.

For the sake of my own plans, I really can't let the Uchiha clan perish.

But how do we do it?

Uchiha Jin's brain began to work frantically once again.

Because he knew.

I can't stop; I have to do everything I can to cause trouble for the village's higher-ups.

We can't let the village's leadership sit idle!

Otherwise, given these guys' temperaments, they'll find all sorts of ways to deal with the Uchiha whenever they have free time.

Passive defense is not his style.

This time, he's going to take the initiative!

After a moment of contemplation, he finally spoke softly.

"First of all, the first point."

"The foundation is the most important thing. If we are going to fight against another village, we must ensure that the village is united."

"Do everything possible to unite the community."

Even if you take a step back and don't join us, you can't cause us trouble.

"Then, let the wind out."

“The police department has considered that the village has been established for so many years, and many things are very different from when the village was first established.”

"In order to better serve the villagers, and to make the village a better place..."

"Therefore, our police department is preparing to amend the law again!"

"Of course, the police department is very fair!"