"Hachida, don't you know that Kekkeigenkai can be learned?"
"It's not like the Byakugan or the Sharingan, which are organ-based Kekkeigenkai. It's just the Secret Technique of the Uzumaki Clan. How could my brother and Lady Mito not master it after such a long time together?"
Aomi gave Shisui an appreciative look; you've really overestimated my talent to say something like that…
Yet, Uchiha Hachida nodded in sudden realization, "That's right!"
Uchiha Honoo furrowed his brows in confusion, wondering what exactly was "right" about this?
But thinking carefully, the Uchiha and the Uzumaki Clan couldn't possibly have any marital ties, and that day Tsunade even mentioned that Uzumaki Mito specifically asked to see Aomi…
Other than Shisui's explanation, there was no other logical deduction that fit.
[Detected multiple targets attempting to confront the protagonist; capabilities decent but similar in nature —]
[Host bound to a special confrontation target: the Uchiha Clan of Konoha!]
[From the confrontation target Uchiha Clan of Konoha, you have gained a special talent — Heart of Uchiha!]
[Heart of Uchiha]: When Uchiha clan members of Konoha who trust and follow you grow stronger, you will receive feedback from them.
At this moment, threads of coldness spread in Aomi's eyes, while his ocular power silently surged.
It seemed that Aomi's rough handling had awakened a bit of a vicious nature in these Uchiha. Even though their expressions were bewildered and their postures were in disarray as they were firmly bound by chains, their Sharingan gleamed brighter.
Aomi sighed softly; the Uchiha Clan seemed to have a peculiar trait of growing stronger when beaten…
But this talent brought Aomi some reflections.
Once the strongest Uchiha, the Ninja World Asura — Uchiha Madara left Konoha with no one following him.
If one day, Aomi did something they couldn't understand, what would these people do?
Aomi contemplated, being a merciless gold coin assassin, he was not like Uchiha Madara or Uchiha Izuna; he was just a streamer in the Ninja World, not a responsible Clan Leader.
Aomi did not care much about this so-called trust; as long as these Uchiha could become slightly motivated and provide him with ocular power, he would have completed the task.
"Everyone, stand up."
Aomi dispersed the diamond-shaped seal, shaking his head with slight disappointment, "Your combat experience is still too lacking."
"Your ocular power usage is raw, your Taijutsu lacks battlefield ferocity, your Fire Release is barely passable..."
Aomi sternly swept his gaze across the Uchiha present, but none dared meet his eyes.
If it were any other speaker, these proud Three Tomoe would have already exploded in anger.
However, Aomi was an Uchiha, and one who had just beaten them into submission without any resistance...
Saying a few words was the least they could do; what else could they do?
The Uchiha Clan revered strength above all, and to them, for someone as powerful as Aomi to offer any critique at all was to have expectations for them…
Uchiha Honoo awkwardly smiled, explaining for everyone as a clan elder:
"Everyone here is a capable elite Three Tomoe member, but having stayed too long in the Security Department, it's been a while since they faced a powerful opponent like yourself, Aomi..."
Aomi furrowed his brows:
"Since the Security Department has delayed the clan to such an extent, why not think of changing it?"
Uchiha Honoo's expression went stiff, and the other Uchiha began to ponder as well.
To make changes, of course, the Clan Leader would have to make decisions, so what has Uchiha Fugaku done?
They didn't know; he seemed to want to do everything and yet did nothing.
This Clan Leader was like an enigma: sometimes aligning closely with extreme hawks like Uchiha Setsuna, other times showing signs of cooperation, wishing to shake hands and talk with Konoha's top echelon.
It's hard to define his role, yet one couldn't say he was useless either.
Aomi sighed, "The Security Department, crafted by the Second Hokage himself, is indeed a difficult issue to handle."
"But every problem requires someone to think of a solution, rather than sitting back and watching."
Uchiha Honoo unwillingly nodded, feeling a sense of gloom.
How could he not know?
But compared to the flourishing team of the Hokage lineage, the current state of the Uchiha Clan pales even more, flattening many Uchiha's desire for change and making them pass their days numbly in the Konoha Security Department.
Sparks of electricity flashed through their minds...
Suddenly, all the Uchiha present sharpened their eyes, breaking free from confusion!
What Uchiha Fugaku couldn't achieve, surely they couldn't do either, but what about Aomi right in front of them?
With such terrifying strength and talent, and seemingly harmonious relationships with Konoha's upper echelons...
If one day Aomi became the Clan Leader of the Uchiha Clan, could things not improve?
At this moment, Aomi's stature and strength prompted the Uchiha to overlook his age and delve into deep thought.
"Let's not talk about this for now; I have some insights to share with everyone."
Aomi didn't pursue the subject; instead, flames ignited in his hand, "I observed everyone's Fire Release, and there are some unsatisfactory aspects in technique…"
"...The flow of Chakra, hand seals, and control should be coordinated with the Sharingan, maneuvering them..."
Aomi began to explain Fire Release, systematically unraveling Uchiha Madara's Fire Release techniques in detail.
Uchiha Hachida's eyes flashed as he dragged Shisui over hurriedly, securing a spot in the front row.
And as Aomi spoke, the Uchiha gradually became entranced. Even though they were famous Jonin, Aomi's understanding of Fire Release allowed them to learn many new things…
Senju Tobirama helplessly watched this scene unfold.
The Konoha Security Department, indeed, was set up by him to contain the Uchiha Clan within Konoha, to dull their sharp fangs that flourished in blood.
Yet Aomi seemed displeased, faintly aimed at changing this status quo.
But what could he say?
Senju Tobirama sighed.
He increasingly felt that Aomi's future was boundless, and even without his help, the influence would still not be significant...
"With Aomi's Will of Fire and heart, leading the Uchiha Clan wouldn't be impossible either?"
Senju Tobirama pondered, his mood gradually calming.
In his perspective, if he were the Uchiha Clan Leader, then the Konoha Security Department truly wouldn't be necessary.
As for Aomi, despite having Uchiha Izuna's Chakra within him, he was evidently closer to him.
So, roughly speaking, having him become the Uchiha Clan Leader was not much different, right?
Senju Tobirama shrugged his shoulders, and his mood even improved.
If the Uchiha Clan could truly integrate into Konoha, it would be the most hopeful scenario for him as the Second Hokage.
As for whether Aomi could accomplish this, Senju Tobirama was brimming with confidence.
"Keep it up, everyone."
As Aomi's Fire Release crash course ended, he seriously gazed at the Three Tomoe:
"A new era is approaching, leaving no room for indolence or the complacent idlers..."
"We understand, Aomi!"
The Uchiha looked at Aomi sincerely.
Though Aomi hadn't said much, in their hearts, they had already filled in many blanks for Aomi.
For instance, sidelining Uchiha Fugaku first and then looking for a clan meeting opportunity to dismiss him as Clan Leader...
Aomi was already excellent enough, and these elite Uchiha should also be doing something for the future of the clan!
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A few days later.
Uchiha Clan Leader's Mansion.
Uchiha Fugaku, looking at Uchiha Setsuna before him, poured him a cup of tea, "Setsuna, what brings you here?"
Uchiha Setsuna shook his head, "Do you still have the mind to drink tea, Fugaku..."
"Though I want to congratulate you on having a son, the current situation doesn't seem optimistic."
"I think you should do something, if not for yourself, then for your son's future..."