## 147: Fatherly Love, Filial Piety! (Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Votes!)
The pale hand looked just like a White Zetsu's.
However, it could also be said to be a White Zetsu's hand.
This was because it was cloned using White Zetsu cells as the main body, but it contained Dust Release cells, meaning cells from the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki.
The blood came from the battle in the Land of Rain, when Onoki had coughed up blood.
At that time, Sarutobi Asuma had stepped forward to help treat his injuries and collected a small amount of blood, which was perfectly reasonable.
However, that amount of blood was too little.
Furthermore, Sarutobi Asuma and Tsunade's techniques in this area were not as advanced as Orochimaru's, so they couldn't cultivate a body for Dust Release. Thus, they could only use the more thoroughly researched and mature White Zetsu cells as the main body to carry the Dust Release cells.
It had taken at least 200 million Ryo, front and back, to create just this one hand.
"That's all the information there is on Dust Release; continuing to cultivate it won't yield any more," the responsible Shadow Clone said.
This was also why there was only one hand.
It was sufficient for research purposes, so there was no need to continue wasting money and energy.
"When the main body emerges from seclusion, they should be very surprised."
With that, a sealing scroll was unfurled, the seal was released, and a large wooden box was taken out. The box was opened, revealing rows upon rows of neatly arranged bottles and jars.
The Shadow Clone in charge of the laboratory couldn't help but exclaim in surprise and excitement upon seeing them, "Wow, Sharingan!"
"Did you rob the Uchiha clan?"
"If that's the case, the main body will indeed be very surprised when they emerge from seclusion."
"I'm already looking forward to their expression."
"Let's get to work. If we can cultivate an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, or even a Rinnegan, I think they'll be even more surprised!"
...
As they spoke, the two Shadow Clones began to work busily.
This time, Uchiha Fugaku had spared no expense, providing a total of three pairs of Three-Tomoe Sharingan and five pairs of Two-Tomoe Sharingan.
In addition, there were blood samples from one hundred people of the Uchiha clan.
Among them, thirty had Three-Tomoe, thirty had Two-Tomoe, thirty had One-Tomoe, and ten had not awakened their Sharingan.
Moreover, basic information about the owners of these blood samples was also included.
For example, age, name, whether they had direct blood relations with others, and so on.
So thoughtful!
"I wonder if Danzō would spit blood if he knew about this?"
"I wonder if 'Snake Aunt' would drool if she saw this?"
"As expected, schemes and tricks are the minor path, while open planning is the true way!"
"No, cooperation and mutual benefit are the key!"
"That guy Danzō only thinks of himself. Even if he verbally claims to be for the village, for anyone, it's just empty talk!"
...
"I think we should go find 'Snake Aunt' and get the cloning technology from him."
"We don't need clones, just suitable vessels, and then we can use the Spirit Transformation Technique."
"That's indeed a very good method, let's do it!"
"Speaking of which, can the vessels be used as sacrifices for the Impure World Reincarnation Jutsu?"
...
The Shimura Clan.
On the rooftop.
Shimura Dan opened his eyes, looking at the starry sky, and couldn't help but sigh.
Still no success!
It was too difficult to master a Kekkei Genkai.
Over the past year, his Wind Style and Fire Style had improved greatly.
Now, in the entire Shimura clan, he could be considered the strongest in Wind Style.
At this moment, a figure appeared beside Shimura Dan.
"Patriarch!"
Shimura Dan reacted and quickly stood up to pay his respects.
Shimura Shōkō waved his hand and said, "It seems you haven't succeeded yet."
"Yes!"
Shimura Dan nodded, his brow furrowed. "There wasn't even any warning."
"Lord Asuma taught me the key points, but I still can't do it."
Shimura Shōkō nodded, but he wasn't disappointed. Instead, he said, "Don't be discouraged. The Third Hokage is also trying to learn Kekkei Genkai. He's been at it longer than you, and he hasn't succeeded yet."
"It's only been a year. This path is long, so you need the determination to persevere!"
"Whether the Shimura Clan can enter the village's higher echelons again depends on you!"
Shimura Dan said solemnly, his gaze firm. His Blood Essence surged, and he shouted, "Clan Head, don't worry, I won't give up!"
Shimura Shōkō smiled. "Very good!"
...
Sarutobi Asuma's home.
Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was being used as a comparison to rally the clan members, suddenly had orange flames appear on his body. The flames then changed color, and after 3 seconds, they turned a bright white.
First, the carpet beneath Sarutobi Hiruzen turned to ash, and then the floor was also burned through.
"Finally... success!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen opened his eyes and raised his right hand. The golden flames on his body immediately gathered in his hand, forming a fireball with a white interior and an orange exterior, hovering above his palm.
Scorch Release!
Looking at the fireball before him, Sarutobi Hiruzen showed a smile. "What a difficult training, but at least I haven't been left too far behind by the younger generation!"
Having a strong and filial son made retirement life not too bad.
Moreover.
"This old man can still fight!"
"Uchiha Madara..."
Sarutobi Hiruzen stood up, feeling the new strength within his body, as if the passion of his youth had returned.
The next day.
The entire family learned that Sarutobi Hiruzen had mastered Scorch Release.
In the evening, his mother, Sarutobi Biwako, prepared a lavish dinner for the family to celebrate. Towards the end, Sarutobi Asuma said, "Father mastering Scorch Release is truly a case of old but vigorous. How about becoming the vice-principal of the Ninja Academy?"
Vice-principal?
Sarutobi Hiruzen and Sarutobi Shinya were both startled.
Sarutobi Shinya looked at his brother and said, "Asuma, the Ninja Academy has always been directly managed by the Hokage. If Father were to go..."
Sarutobi Asuma smiled and said nothing, just looking at Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Sarutobi Hiruzen asked, "Is this the Fourth Hokage's intention?"
"It seems he intends to reform the Ninja Academy."
Sarutobi Asuma immediately smiled and said, "Father has sharp eyes. The Fourth Hokage intends to increase investment in the Ninja Academy. I, as a Shadow Clone, also need to attend classes."
"Father, you are the Third Hokage and the successor of the Will of Fire. It is most fitting for you to go to the Ninja Academy to pass on the Will of Fire to the future of Konoha, to the young leaves of Konoha."
To make Konoha more cohesive, ideological education was essential.
Completely eliminating the ninja clans of Konoha was absolutely impossible.
Because this was anti-social.
What's more.
The ninja clans were the foundation of Konoha's strength. Weakening them would mean a reduction in Konoha's combat power.
Therefore, Sarutobi Asuma and Namikaze Minato believed that civilian ninja needed to be cultivated with greater effort, but Konoha's ninja clans must not follow the path of the Senju.
The key was to make the cake bigger, which was the fundamental means to strengthen Konoha!
Although Sarutobi Shinya also felt that his father going to the Ninja Academy was a good choice, he hesitated. "Asuma, if that's the case, will our influence..."
Although he didn't finish, his meaning was clear.
Sarutobi Shinya had been in Anbu for a long time and had significant influence.
The retired Sarutobi Hiruzen was originally the Third Hokage, and now he would go to the Ninja Academy.
Coupled with the highly respected Sarutobi Asuma, this was somewhat daunting.
"I believe in the Fourth Hokage's capacity, but we represent more than just ourselves."
Sarutobi Shinya said.
Currently, the Uchiha could be considered Konoha's foremost clan, with the Hyuga ranking second.
The Sarutobi Clan ranked third.
Sarutobi Shinya believed that his own family could control their desires, but some people within the clan might not.
If they made some small moves, it was inevitable that it would cause undesirable unrest.
Sarutobi Asuma understood and said with a smile, "Brother, you worry too much. Even if Father doesn't go to the Ninja Academy, his influence is still there."
"As for whether anyone will get any ideas, there certainly will be, but we'll just crush them."
"It's only natural for there to be some friction in the internal distribution of benefits. As long as it's within a certain range, anyone who exceeds it will be crushed."
"Brother, you are the future head of the Sarutobi Clan. The responsibility is yours!"
Sarutobi Shinya listened and could only offer a wry smile.
Sarutobi Hiruzen, however, agreed, "I will discuss it with Minato tomorrow."
And so, the matter was settled.
Sarutobi Asuma wasn't worried at all that this would affect Minato's Hokage authority.
Even if Sarutobi Hiruzen intended to gain more power, he wouldn't allow it.
The higher you stand, the greater the responsibility you bear.
He was getting old, and retirement at the Academy was a good thing. No need to go around fighting and killing.
That's right.
He was truly a filial son to his father!
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