These brats, who haven't even graduated from the Academy two years ago, dare to provoke anyone? Their arrogance knows no bounds!
Fugaku returned to the Police Department with a stern expression and summoned Uchiha Homura and the others.
"Who organized this incident?"
"It was me—" Uchiha Homura stepped forward reluctantly.
"Do you realize you nearly caused a disaster?" Fugaku snapped. "Namikaze Minato defeated two Kage-level experts in less than three minutes and severely damaged the Iwa front lines. If he'd retaliated against the clan, all of us would have suffered because of your foolishness!"
Uchiha Homura retorted indignantly, "That guy was pushing his luck! He already has someone he likes, yet he keeps bothering Mikoto! Even if he's—"
"What business is that of yours?" Fugaku slammed his hand on the table, cutting off Homura. "What right do you have to interfere in other people's affairs? And using my name? Since when did my personal life become your concern?"
"What? You think I don't see your feelings for Mikoto?"
The fig leaf was torn away, leaving the group flushed with embarrassment.
Uchiha Mikoto was beautiful, gentle, and exceptionally talented. Even the Clan Head held her in high regard and intended to foster a relationship between her and Fugaku.
Without Minato, a woman of Mikoto's refined upbringing might have accepted her family's arrangements. However, in the end, it would still depend on her own wishes.
It was one thing for elders to tease her casually, but to barge in and make such insensitive remarks now that she was in a relationship—wasn't that just asking for trouble?
"Namikaze Minato will inevitably become Hokage. Anyone can see that now," Uchiha Fugaku said in a deep voice. "Therefore, his relationship with Mikoto will significantly influence the future relationship between the village and the Uchiha Clan. Once he ascends to the position of Hokage, even out of respect for Mikoto, the higher-ups' attitude toward us Uchiha will undergo a major shift."
"But even so, doesn't that mean we still have a chance to compete?" Uchiha Homura suddenly spoke up. Since Fugaku had already exposed his intentions, he no longer cared.
"They've already confirmed their relationship. What chance do you have?" Fugaku's lips curled in a sneer. This idiot—he's making me laugh with how stupid he is.
"Of course, you're free to pursue Mikoto, but the clan won't pay for your foolishness."
Fugaku said indifferently. Anyone who still can't see the situation at this point is a fool. Better they die.
Recently, the Police Department had welcomed a significant influx of fresh, non-Uchiha blood. Under Uchiha Ken's deliberate promotion, two non-Uchiha squad leaders had even been appointed.
His father had repeatedly warned him that the Police Department was detrimental to the Uchiha Clan. Such power, rivaling that of the Anbu, would only fuel the clan's arrogance. It was a trap set for the Uchiha from the very beginning!
Now that the clan had finally shed the burden of the Police Department and gained Mikoto—an Uchiha accepted by the higher-ups—
She's achieved more than even Uchiha Kagami ever did!
What is Mikoto's status now?
Grand-disciple of the Third Hokage, disciple of Root leader Orochimaru, lover of the next Hokage, and close friend of the Candidate Jinchūriki.
Uchiha Kagami only managed to secure a position in the Shadow Guard!
Uchiha Homura snorted and remained silent.
He was all bark and no bite. If he were truly forced to provoke Minato, he wouldn't dare.
After the others left, Fugaku went to Uchiha Ken's office.
"Father."
"Address me by your position during work hours."
Uchiha Ken, sipping his tea with an impassive expression, said, "You handled that situation well. While I'm fond of Mikoto, personal feelings are insignificant compared to the development of the entire clan. Besides, she already has someone in her heart. Don't hold any resentment over this."
"I won't," Fugaku replied, shaking his head. "Mikoto is still young, and I have no romantic interest in her."
"So, you prefer older women?" Ken teased casually, making Fugaku blush.
"Yun is a good girl," Ken continued. "Though her talent is somewhat ordinary, she's beautiful and domestic. She's only three years younger than you—you should consider getting to know her."
"As for Homura," Ken said coldly, "send him to the front lines. Let the harsh realities of war temper his spirit."
Fugaku felt a chill. "Isn't that too severe?"
"Severe?" Ken scoffed. "Given the mess he made, I'd be justified in killing him! Letting him die as a hero on the battlefield is already showing him mercy! If he remains in the village, he'll only become a source of instability."
Fugaku didn't argue. He, too, worried about what trouble Homura might stir up next.
"This is likely your first time interacting with Namikaze Minato. What are your impressions?"
"He's polite and easy to get along with," Fugaku replied. "But his inner pride is no less than that of any Uchiha."
After a brief moment of contemplation, Fugaku offered his assessment.
"Of course, the strong are always arrogant, especially a genius as extraordinary as he is."
Uchiha Ken nodded in agreement. "But the fact that he can restrain his pride and treat others as equals is a quality many lack, and one we should all strive to emulate."
"After the Uchiha Clan awakens their Sharingan, they are influenced by a special Yin Release Chakra that can lead to extreme personalities. As Clan Head, you must keep your mind clear and not let fleeting emotions sway you."
"I understand," Fugaku nodded.
"Hmm—"
Seeing Fugaku's earnest demeanor, Uchiha Ken's face lit up with satisfaction.
In the past two years, this boy had matured considerably, his perspective no longer as one-sided as it once was.
"Once you are married, the burden of Clan Head should be passed to you."
Uchiha Ken waved his hand. "This incident, though unfortunate, has given you the opportunity to meet Namikaze Minato. Follow him closely, and who knows—the position of Hokage might one day fall to our Uchiha."
"But Father, didn't you say that due to our Bloodline Limit, we Uchiha are unsuitable for the position of Hokage?" Fugaku asked, puzzled.
Uchiha Ken chuckled and shook his head, thinking, That brat still lacks foresight.
Namikaze Minato becoming Hokage was no surprise.
And the descendants he would later have with Mikoto would inherit both the Hokage lineage and Uchiha blood.
Minato—a man who could even restrain his own arrogance—would surely guide his descendants correctly once they awakened the Sharingan.
With the support of the Uchiha Clan, wouldn't a Sharingan-wielding Hokage be born?
If they were lucky, the child might even inherit Minato's Double Bloodline Limit in addition to the Sharingan!
After all, the Uchiha were the Mikoto's clan. Even if the child bore the Namikaze surname, why should they draw such a clear line between them?
Thinking of this, Uchiha Ken sighed softly.
It's a shame he's a son. Otherwise, this opportunity would never have fallen to anyone else.
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