Never did I imagine it would actually happen.
"Jin-kun is truly remarkable!"
"Even without returning to the clan, he had already anticipated everything."
"This level of strategic ability is truly terrifying."
"I'm really glad Jin-kun is a Uchiha!"
Fugaku spoke softly.
Mikoto and Itachi, hearing this, couldn't help but marvel at Jin's power.
Especially Itachi, his face beaming with pride.
This was his teacher!
"Fugaku, you go ahead and be busy," Mikoto said with a smile. "Itachi and I will go rest first."
"After you're done, remember to get some rest early too."
Fugaku nodded upon hearing this.
After Mikoto and Itachi left, he instructed the old servant to invite the Aburame Clan in for a discussion.
The old servant bowed and departed.
A moment later.
A man wearing a grey trench coat and black sunglasses slowly walked through the door.
Chapter 121: Fugaku Was Unwilling, But Still Conceded
"Uchiha Clan Leader Fugaku."
"On behalf of the Aburame Clan, I am willing to join the Uchiha faction."
"But, I apologize!"
"It might be a bit abrupt, but I prefer to speak with Uchiha Jin!"
Aburame Shibi's expression was serious.
The Aburame Clan's style of doing things was more straightforward, without so many twists and turns.
Ever since Sarutobi Hiruzen chose to remain silent in the Jonin conference room, he had already decided to join the Uchiha faction.
The reason was simple.
Sarutobi Hiruzen hesitated!
From the Aburame Clan's perspective, this was the most unacceptable thing.
As a Hokage, prestige was the most important thing.
Regardless of the reason, once a decision had been made, even if it was later found to be wrong, it had to be seen through.
While the Hokage was not an emperor from another world, there was essentially no difference.
A person in a high position, a leader, speaks with absolute authority.
If he changes his mind frequently and is indecisive, how can his subordinates trust him?
Sarutobi Hiruzen's indecisiveness made him realize that the Hokage was also starting to be afraid.
Facing the Uchiha, he began to waver.
For someone in a high position, this was not a good sign.
If you are not confident about something, either you choose to endure and wait for the right moment to strike a fatal blow.
Or you simply don't do it!
How could one be like Sarutobi Hiruzen, wanting to do something yet hesitating, overthinking, and being indecisive?
More importantly.
A person in a high position needs a sense of mystery; they should not let their subordinates fully grasp their thoughts.
But, what about now?
He had actually perceived Sarutobi Hiruzen's thoughts, which made Aburame Shibi subtly sense something was amiss.
The current Sarutobi Hiruzen was no longer the 'Shinobi Hero' of the past!
He had grown old.
He had started to prioritize stability, unwilling to take any risks.
The problem was, how could that be?
You are facing the powerful and domineering Uchiha!
Especially when your opponent, Uchiha Jin, is skilled in strategy, daring and aggressive when needed, yet also cautious.
Even with the immense power of an awakened Mangekyo, he still dared to play a game of burning his bridges.
He was willing to destroy the Uchiha Clan, daring to threaten Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Not hesitating to perish together!
One side was old, hesitant, and indecisive.
The other side was young and vigorous, powerful, daring, and aggressive, with top-tier strategic planning.
How to choose, is it difficult?
Not to mention.
Aside from considering the clan, the Aburame Clan and the Hokage faction also had a personal grudge!
That was Danzo.
With Sarutobi Hiruzen's indulgence, Danzo continuously undermined the Aburame Clan's foundation.
Aburame Torune, Aburame Mihira, Aburame Hisae... countless clan elites were forcibly taken to Root!
If it were Anbu, he wouldn't say anything.
As long as they reached a certain age, they could naturally retire and live like normal people.
But, what about Root?
Upon entering, they had to be brainwashed, then completely used as tools.
They could not leave until death.
A few days ago.
After Aburame Mihira's death, Danzo visited the Aburame Clan again.
He directly demanded the clan's top genius, Shino Ryoma.
Even an uncle could endure, but an aunt could not!
Coincidentally, this incident happened today, and Aburame Shibi immediately made up his mind.
"Uh, this…" Fugaku's mouth twitched upon hearing this. "Jin-kun isn't here tonight; he's not in the clan right now."
"However, he anticipated this, so he asked me to tell you that you don't need to leave tonight."
"Just stay at Jin-kun's house for one night, and he will be back early tomorrow morning."
"But, is it really necessary?"
"Although I am not as capable as Jin-kun, I am still the Uchiha Clan Leader."
"Some matters can actually be discussed with me just the same!"
Fugaku was a bit indignant.
Although he himself knew that he was indeed not as capable as Jin.
But, damn it.
Aburame Shibi was too disrespectful, wasn't he?
He was still the Uchiha Clan Leader, did he not care about his own face?
So.
First, he relayed Uchiha Jin's words, and then he couldn't help but add a couple of sentences.
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Aburame Shibi's expression remained unchanged.
Sitting opposite Fugaku, he took a simple sip of tea.
After putting down the teacup, he simply nodded and spoke with great solemnity.