As Uchiha Yao's thoughts churned, the cold, mechanical resonance of the System vibrated within his mind once more.
[The Family Growth System aims to assist the Host in elevating personal strength and spearheading the revival of the Uchiha Clan, restoring its former glory to the pinnacle of the world.]
[The System's core functions are as follows:]
Yao listened with rapt attention, his focus so absolute he dared not miss a single syllable.
A translucent, deep-blue interface—reminiscent of a high-end sci-fi HUD—slowly unfurled "before" his eyes. At the very apex of the screen sat the striking Uchiha fan crest, shimmering with a faint, rhythmic glow that seemed to pulse like a heartbeat.
Below the crest lay several primary modules. Yao first concentrated his intent on the [Family Overview].
[Family Overview]
Family Name: Uchiha Clan
Family Glory Points: 50
Overall Family Strength: Genin Level (Initial)
(Status Note: The Uchiha Clan is currently suppressed by Konoha's higher-ups. Internal strife is rampant, morale is fractured, and overall strength has plummeted to a historical nadir.)
The sight of that glaring "Genin Level" assessment, followed by the unreserved warning, caused Yao's heart to sink. He had known the situation was dire, but the System's cold evaluation stripped away any lingering delusions.
The most prestigious noble house in Konoha—a titan that once stood as the only equal to the Senju at the peak of the Warring States Period—had fallen this far. It was a tragedy written in data.
"50 Glory Points…" Yao mused.
He had earned exactly that amount by breaking the bullies. It was clear now: upholding the dignity of the name and enhancing the family's prestige were the primary currencies for his evolution.
He shifted his gaze to the second module—[Member List].
Upon opening it, a dense, scrolling directory appeared, cataloging nearly every living member of the Uchiha.
Uchiha Fugaku (Clan Head): Strength: Kage Level (Initial) | Loyalty: 75% (To Family) / 0% (To Host)
Uchiha Shisui: Strength: Kage Level | Loyalty: 85% (To Family / Peace-Leaning) / 0% (To Host)
...
Yao scanned the familiar names, a complex swirl of emotions rising in his chest. Fugaku, the indecisive leader trapped between his people and his duty; Shisui and Itachi, the tragic geniuses who would eventually choose the village's "peace" over their own blood.
The loyalty metrics were telling. While most members held a decent 70% or higher attachment to the clan itself, their loyalty to him was nonexistent—many hovered at 0%, while others dipped into the negatives.
It was a bitter pill, but a logical one. To them, the original Yao was a "waste," a ghost in the hallways of their great compound.
He finally located his own entry.
[Host: Uchiha Yao]
Strength: Newly Promoted Chunin
Family Status: Regular Genin
System Prompt: [The Host has successfully utilized the Newbie Pack. The next Status Promotion Reward will unlock upon the Host's induction as a formal member of the Uchiha Military Police Force.]
"The Police Force?" A sharp glint flickered in Yao's eyes.
The Uchiha Military Police Force was the heart of the clan's authority within Konoha, the physical manifestation of their pride and their role as the village's guardians. Joining their ranks wouldn't just mean a boost in status or System rewards; it was his ticket to the inner circle. It was the only way to understand the rot from the inside and, eventually, seize the reins of the family.
Next, Yao accessed the [System Store].
A dizzying array of items flooded the screen, enough to make his head spin.
Fire Release Ninjutsu Encyclopedia (Scroll): 10,000 Glory Points
Lightning Release: Nature Transformation Mastery (Basic): 5,000 Glory Points
Sharingan Evolution Guide (Two-Tomoe): 20,000 Glory Points
Mangekyo Sharingan Activation Secret Art (Incomplete): 100,000 Glory Points
From foundational Ninjutsu to the most esoteric Bloodline Limit enhancements, the store housed everything a shinobi could dream of. There were even "Physique Optimization Fluids" and "Mental Amplification Agents" that defied conventional ninja logic.
However, the costs were astronomical. His meager 50 points couldn't even afford the lowest-grade consumable on the list.
"Acquiring Glory is the only way forward," Yao realized, his jaw tightening.
Finally, his gaze landed on the [Family Skill Tree].
It was a massive, intricate diagram. The root was labeled "Uchiha Bloodline," branching out into dozens of specialized nodes: Sharingan Awakening Rate Increase, Chakra Extraction Efficiency, Fire Release Potency, Clan Training Speed Bonus, and even Family Business Revenue Amplification.
At the moment, nearly every node was gray—dark and inactive.
This was the true power of the System. It wasn't just about making him a god among men; it was about fundamentally re-engineering the Uchiha Clan. If he could light up this tree, the Uchiha wouldn't just survive; they would become an unstoppable force.
Unify the Five Nations? Confront the Ōtsutsuki?
A flame of pure, unadulterated ambition began to roar in Yao's soul.
He slowly exited the interface, allowing the blue light to fade from his retinas. The excitement cooled into a sharp, analytical calm. He knew he was still a small fish in a very deep, very dangerous pond. The shadow of Danzo Shimura and the suspicion of the village elders were mountains he wasn't yet ready to climb.
"Since I've been cast into this life as Uchiha Yao, I will not be a spectator to a massacre," he whispered to the empty room.
"The fate of the Uchiha will be rewritten. And I will be the one holding the brush."