Darui's resolve was surprising, yet it also felt reasonable.
Early the next morning, he arrived at the building entrance an hour early, waiting for the other Anbu.
After everyone assembled, he quickly assigned the missions. It was not only fair and just, but also clear and well organized.
After announcing everything, Darui shouted, "Action."
Immediately, the Anbu ninja of Kumogakure scattered to carry out Darui's missions.
The former Anbu captain was already dead. Darui had also proven his strength and the people who supported him. Therefore, the Anbu ninja were not fools. They understood the importance of going with the flow.
They spread the news to the various shinobi clans at the fastest speed. The clans also expressed their support for Lord A to inherit the position of the Fourth Raikage.
The main reason was that Kumogakure currently had almost no one worthy left. Only one Kage level powerhouse remained. So if they didn't support him, who would they support.
After receiving the messages of support from the other Anbu one by one, Darui's lips curled upward. As expected, those clan elders weren't completely senile yet.
After summarizing, he ordered all Anbu ninja to continue their daily work. However, he wanted them to remember one thing. The Third Raikage was now dead. Their service target and focus should be the Fourth Raikage.
The Anbu ninja indicated they understood. Darui nodded, then headed towards Lord A's residence. He wanted to tell A this news.
After learning everyone's opinion, A did not become arrogant. He just said expressionlessly, "You have worked hard."
Darui shook his head. "Compared to Lord A, my efforts are nothing. I only hope Lord A can overcome this difficulty soon, rally himself, and lead Kumogakure towards prosperity."
He knelt on one knee, his appearance sincere. A looked at him intently, finally nodding. "I understand. You may withdraw first."
"Yes." Darui acknowledged, then his figure disappeared as he walked towards the door.
Lord A looked at his departing back, a smile on his lips. "It seems fate is not too unkind to me. Although B is gone, it gave me a subordinate named Darui."
"From what I can see now, this person is capable in both civil and military affairs. He can be of great use." The Fourth Raikage murmured.
Konohagakure
Yesterday morning, Uchiha Ju was taught by Uchiha Shisui. In the afternoon, she sparred with Uchiha Itachi. Uchiha Itachi exclaimed how much Ju had improved.
Uchiha Ju smiled brightly. After training, she went to the convenience store to buy popsicles for herself and Itachi. Oh, right, also one for Uchiha Shisui.
Speaking of which, Uchiha Shisui was the luckiest. Because the popsicles Ju bought were stuck together, Itachi and Ju shared one.
Uchiha Shisui could eat two by himself. He even joked with other teachers, "Look, I can eat two by myself. Not like them, having to share."
That teacher glanced at him, patting his shoulder. "I understand. Brother, so, can you let go of my shoulder now." His eye twitched.
Uchiha Shisui held two popsicles in one hand, while his other hand tightly hugged this teacher, not letting go, talking about his "wealth."
Seeing this, Uchiha Shisui embarrassedly let go. "Sorry, got a bit excited." Uchiha Shisui bowed apologetically.
That teacher rolled his eyes, then walked towards the teaching building with a stack of materials.
Seeing him walk away, Uchiha Shisui glanced at Itachi's side again, sighed, tore open the wrapper himself, and started eating.
This morning
On her way to school, Uchiha Ju happened to meet Uchiha Itachi. She greeted him, but saw Itachi holding a child's hand, a short kid.
"Big brother Itachi, who is he." Uchiha Ju pointed at the little boy Itachi was holding, asking confusedly.
Uchiha Itachi smiled, about to pull his younger brother forward to introduce him to Ju. But he saw Uchiha Sasuke cautiously hiding behind his older brother.
Uchiha Itachi helplessly rubbed his forehead. "This is my younger brother, Uchiha Sasuke. Coincidentally, he is just one year younger than you, Ju."
Saying this, Uchiha Itachi ruffled Uchiha Sasuke's spiky hair, full of smiles.
"So he's your brother. So cute." Uchiha Ju's eyes lit up, also wanting to reach out. But she saw Uchiha Sasuke trying to dodge. He didn't want this smelly woman touching his head.
Only father and big brother could touch his head. But just as he wanted to dodge, Uchiha Itachi's finger suddenly applied a little force, making Sasuke unable to escape.
What. Uchiha Sasuke felt the force on his neck, somewhat unbelieving. The corner of his eye looked at Itachi, only to find Itachi still smiling. But both eyes conveyed the meaning, "Be obedient, little brother."
Uchiha Sasuke gritted his teeth, looked at Uchiha Ju, appraised her appearance. She was indeed a bit pretty. But not enough to make his big brother threaten his cute little brother.
However, Itachi's hand seemed to have grasped the throat of Sasuke's fate. Finally, Uchiha Ju's jade like hand rested on Sasuke's head, petting this stubborn little wolf dog.
After petting, Uchiha Ju withdrew her hand. Only then did Itachi release the force. "Right. I also think my little brother is very cute."
Saying this, Itachi patted Sasuke's back. "Sasuke, call her sister."
He gave his younger brother a meaningful look. Uchiha Sasuke glanced, his mouth twitched. Then Itachi placed his index and middle fingers on his younger brother's head.
"If you don't listen, I won't take you out to play anymore." Itachi used the gentlest tone to say the most despairing words to Sasuke.
Uchiha Sasuke hastily bowed ninety degrees. "Sister Ju, hello."
"Hello, Sasuke. First time meeting, please treat me well." Uchiha Ju saw Itachi's actions, but didn't stop it. Instead, she felt somewhat happy inside. So she extended her right hand to Sasuke.
Seeing Ju speak so properly and with such poise, Sasuke was momentarily stunned. Only after Itachi coughed twice did he extend his own right hand to shake Ju's hand.
"You, hello, please treat me well." Little brat Sasuke felt a bit awkward. But if someone formally greeted him, he wouldn't be ungrateful.
After all, as the clan head's son, Fugaku had certainly taught Sasuke manners and etiquette.
"Big brother Itachi, your brother is one year younger than me. Doesn't that mean he'll come to the Ninja Academy next year." Uchiha Ju laughed.
"Yes." Uchiha Itachi smiled, his big hand ruffling Sasuke's hair. Sasuke pouted.
Only now do you remember your cute little brother. How excessive. But it seems like brother likes this older sister. Then I won't argue with Itachi this time. After all, this woman might be my future sister in law.
You ask why Sasuke knows so much.
When Uchiha Itachi faced other females greeting him, his response was always a single "Hn." Or he simply wouldn't open his mouth, nodding slightly before leaving with Sasuke.
Those girls all looked like they lost their souls. Sasuke thought to himself, nothing special, mere women, unable to shake my big brother's will.
He also learned from his big brother. Sure enough, now kids his age also chased after Sasuke. But Sasuke paid no mind to these girls.
Who would have thought, who would have thought, Uchiha Itachi, you are such an Uchiha Itachi. Seeing sister Ju, you can't walk. Seeing sister Ju, you threaten your little brother to cooperate.
Uchiha Itachi seemed to have a telepathic connection with Sasuke. He paused first, then turned to look at Sasuke. Sasuke quickly turned his head, thinking in his heart, "Don't see me, don't see me, don't see me."
Uchiha Itachi narrowed his eyes. This kid is definitely complaining about me in his heart. Very well. Be glad Ju is here. Otherwise, I'll let you experience what brotherly love is.
"Big brother Itachi, are you bringing Sasuke to class with you today." Uchiha Ju suddenly asked. Itachi's attention was immediately drawn. He nodded, smiling. "Correct. He'll be starting school in a year. Let him get familiar with the environment."
Uchiha Sasuke inwardly sneered. As expected, that guy Itachi is immediately drawn in by anything sister Ju says.
Uchiha Itachi, you are despicable.
Uchiha Ju nodded. "Good. Since Sasuke calls me sister, then I'll look after him."
Uchiha Sasuke froze. Did he hear wrong. This somewhat pretty older sister actually said she would look after him. What a joke.
At your age, one year older than me, how can you say that.
I, Uchiha Sasuke, second son of the Uchiha clan head, have already fully mastered the Fire Release, Great Fireball Technique yesterday.
Would I need you to look after me. Ridiculous.
Uchiha Itachi looked at Sasuke and knew the kid was feeling a bit too proud right now.
He couldn't help but sigh. Looks like there's going to be a bit of a conflict later. Hope Ju goes easy on him.
Who knew, Uchiha Sasuke coldly snorted. "Woman. I think you don't understand the situation. I, Uchiha Sasuke, son of Uchiha Fugaku, younger brother of Uchiha Itachi. I have already mastered one ninjutsu now."
"Those little brats in the ninja world probably don't have skills like mine. You take care of me. Not very likely, is it." After saying this, Sasuke gave Ju a once over.
Uchiha Ju suddenly felt furious. Originally, for Itachi's sake, she thought Uchiha Sasuke was cute, this little guy she could look after. Now, she just felt Sasuke was so pretentious, she really wanted to hit him.
Uchiha Itachi spoke. "Sasuke."
"Big brother." Uchiha Sasuke looked stubborn. Seeing this, Itachi suppressed his anger. Don't get agitated, don't get agitated. This is my own younger brother. Don't get agitated, don't get agitated. Especially in front of Ju.
Uchiha Itachi's fists were clenched behind his back. His younger brother really didn't know his own limits. Uchiha Ju started at Chunin level, even able to fight Jonin head on. And you, kid, just learned one Great Fireball. What are you going to fight her with.
Look in my eyes.
Tell me why. Why.
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