Chapter 116: Shocking News! The Uchiha Clan in Peril!
After hearing Shisui's words, Fugaku fell silent once again.
But a faint flicker passed through his eyes.
Shisui was the strongest of the Uchiha clan's younger generation. Despite his young age, he had already awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan.
His talent was exceptional. Thanks to his outstanding performance on the battlefield, enemies had given him the fearsome nickname "Shisui of the Body Flicker," making him renowned throughout the ninja world.
Having Shisui personally investigate this incident would naturally be far more reliable than sending anyone else.
Most importantly, the plan Shisui had just proposed had genuinely moved Fugaku.
If he rejected Shisui's suggestion, Fugaku himself couldn't immediately think of a better solution.
To openly defy the higher-ups' orders?
Fugaku wasn't prepared to go that far yet.
Finally, after an intense internal struggle, Fugaku nodded and agreed to Shisui's persuasion.
"Shisui, you should understand very well—the patience of the Uchiha clan is running out."
"The voices of dissatisfaction among the clan grow louder every day."
"If the higher-ups go back on their word again this time—if they break their promises once more!"
"Even I may no longer be able to restrain them…"
Fugaku still trusted Shisui deeply.
Although Shisui's earlier attitude had slightly displeased him, in Fugaku's eyes, such an outstanding talent as Shisui was a rare gem for the Uchiha clan. He wanted to nurture Shisui into one of the clan's future pillars.
He hoped Shisui could one day shoulder even greater responsibility for the revival of the Uchiha clan.
So at this moment, Fugaku spoke some of his true feelings.
Shisui solemnly nodded:
"Lord Fugaku, rest assured."
"I will definitely handle this properly!"
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After working through the entire night, Oborotsuki was woken early in the morning by noise.
Irritated, he rolled over and listened for a while. He realized it was Mayumi, Kushina, Konan, and Yūhi Kurenai chatting in the living room.
The topic was how much bigger Konan's and Kurenai's bellies had gotten.
Now, the babies in Konan's and Kurenai's wombs were already several months along.
By normal human gestation, they would give birth in a few more months.
So Kushina and Mayumi—both experienced mothers—were enthusiastically giving the two expectant mothers all kinds of advice and explanations.
But their energy seemed a little too vigorous.
Chattering away in the living room since early morning without any consideration for someone who often stayed up late working.
Oborotsuki pulled the blanket over his head, intending to sleep a bit more.
But at that moment, there was a knock on the door.
Oborotsuki didn't need to ask—he already knew it was Risa.
"Come in…"
Still half-asleep, he sat up wrapped in the blanket and looked toward the door. Sure enough, Risa pushed it open and walked in the next second.
"Lord Oborotsuki, Lady Terumī Mei requests your immediate presence. She says there is an important matter she needs to discuss with you…"
Risa saw Oborotsuki wrapped in the blanket—his muscular frame still visible—and immediately felt a little shy.
Her pretty face flushed slightly as she lowered her head and reported Terumī Mei's order.
Oborotsuki blinked in surprise. What important matter could there be this early in the morning?
"Alright. I'll head over in a bit."
He didn't ask further. After agreeing, he lay back down.
"Oborotsuki, get up already! The sun's out."
Kushina walked in upon seeing the situation and urged him.
"Mmm… just let me rest a little longer…"
Oborotsuki yawned.
Last night he had battled Yugito almost until dawn. In the end, though he had won and completely overpowered her,
He himself had also expended a great deal of energy.
"Daddy's too lazy. Let's wake him up."
Kushina walked over holding little Naruto. Ignoring Oborotsuki's words, the baby obediently reached out his soft little hand and gently patted Oborotsuki's cheek.
The tiny gesture was incredibly cute.
At that moment, Mayumi also walked in holding little Karin and did the same thing—both babies urging Oborotsuki not to stay in bed.
But little Karin was much naughtier than Naruto. She directly reached out to tug Oborotsuki's hair.
This made all the women in the room burst into laughter.
Though the noisy, lively scene was warm and heartwarming, it was clear Oborotsuki wouldn't be getting any more sleep.
"Alright, alright—I'm up."
"You all go out first. Let me get changed."
Under pressure, Oborotsuki had no choice but to get out of bed.
He sighed inwardly.
Just two children already gave him such a headache. What would happen when Konan's and Kurenai's babies were born too?
Oh right—and there was also one in Yekura's belly…
Thinking of all this, Oborotsuki's headache worsened.
He just wanted to escape this chaotic room as quickly as possible. He hurriedly got dressed and followed Risa to the Mizukage's office.
Terumī Mei was already waiting.
The moment she saw Oborotsuki enter, she immediately handed him a document and said:
"Take a look at this…"
"What is it?"
Oborotsuki asked curiously as he accepted and opened it. At the same time, Terumī Mei explained:
"A request for assistance from the daimyō of the Land of Wind."
"The daimyō's office sent someone early this morning to deliver this letter to us."
Oborotsuki paused for a second and looked up at Terumī Mei.
He thought to himself: Didn't Yekura kill the daimyō of the Land of Wind? Could it be that woman didn't finish him off?
Though puzzled inside, Oborotsuki said nothing and continued reading the letter's contents.
The letter was actually quite simple—Oborotsuki already knew the full story.
Sunagakure had been devastated by Shukaku under Obito's control. The One-Tail had been abducted, and the village was left in ruins.
This not only caused massive losses for Sunagakure but also enraged the Land of Wind. They pointed the finger directly at Konoha's Uchiha clan.
The Land of Wind had personally sent envoys to Konoha to demand an explanation and press charges.
Oborotsuki had already known about this situation.
So none of it came as a surprise.
What truly caught Oborotsuki off guard was that the daimyō of the Land of Wind had now sent a letter to the daimyō of the Land of Water, requesting that Kirigakure join forces with them against Konoha.
Of course, this cooperation came with conditions.
The condition was: if Konoha refused to meet the Land of Wind's demands, the Land of Wind would have legitimate grounds to tear up the ceasefire agreement and launch a full-scale military campaign against Konoha…
"There's actually nothing strange about it. Relations between nations are always like this."
Seeming to notice the confusion on Oborotsuki's face, Terumī Mei calmly explained.
"Not long ago, our daimyō demanded that the Land of Wind hand over Pakura (Yekura). Now the daimyō of the Land of Water hopes to return the favor, so he had the letter forwarded to us."
"The daimyō's office's stance is very clear—they have agreed to the Land of Wind's request."
"In other words, Oborotsuki…"
"Kirigakure could soon be forced to join Sunagakure in military action against Konoha!"
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