Inside the Uchiha clan, laughter and joy continued.
With the decision of the Konoha higher-ups, Fugaku's approval rating reached a new high, while only the Radical Faction gritted their teeth in hatred.
In the Clan Head's residence.
Shisui, who had been appointed by Sarutobi Hiruzen, sat in the tea room and spoke respectfully: "Clan Head, your thoughts were correct. Under your leadership, the Uchiha has finally achieved a significant easing of tensions in Konoha."
"I am willing to be a blade in your hand and help you thoroughly integrate the entire Uchiha!"
Although Shisui knew everything well, he also knew this was the Hokage's calculation.
The main target was the Radical Faction, but he was still willing to obey because he believed all this was temporary.
Once that damned guy Uchiha Jin was truly eliminated, the Uchiha would definitely integrate into Konoha under the leadership of Hokage-sama.
"Good, very good!"
"Shisui, your return to the right path is another great help to the Uchiha."
At this moment.
A faint smile appeared on Fugaku's dignified face. Although he knew he had won without doing anything this time, he didn't feel ashamed but rather proud.
Because in his heart, Uchiha Jin was a pawn, and this was the result of his own calculations!
He was excited about Shisui's defection, but he still maintained the airs of a Clan Head. After pondering for a moment, he continued: "The Uchiha's situation is slowly improving, which is a matter worth celebrating. Summon all clansmen who have awakened their eyes to the Naka Shrine immediately."
"We are going to celebrate properly today!"
Fugaku's thoughts were not hard to guess, and Shisui naturally understood instantly.
As a subordinate who had just defected, he naturally bowed and took his leave to notify the others for Fugaku.
Seeing this scene, the smile on Fugaku's face became even richer.
Even Shisui had defected to him; unifying the Uchiha was close at hand. It was just the right time to use this good day to properly beat down the Radical Faction.
Even if he couldn't subdue the Radical Faction's higher-ups like Uchiha Jin, it would be good to win over some of the Radical Faction's lower-level personnel.
On the contrary, Itachi, who was hiding in the shadows, had a face full of pain and incomprehension.
He quietly followed Shisui and showed himself directly to stop him.
"Shisui-nii, why did you..."
"Shh, don't speak!"
Seeing this, Shisui quickly stopped him.
He hurriedly pulled Itachi into a corner before whispering cautiously: "This was arranged by Hokage-sama. I am still loyal to Hokage-sama."
Hearing this sentence, Itachi finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Immediately after.
The two whispered a few words, and Itachi left satisfied.
Shisui smiled and said no more. After sighing with emotion that "my path is not lonely," he also began to contact people within the clan.
Regarding this.
The Moderate Faction and the Neutral Faction naturally had no objections. After all, it was normal to celebrate such a happy event.
The Radical Faction, however, was the complete opposite!
Everyone had long heard the truth from Uchiha Jin. Although they were single-minded, they weren't stupid. Uchiha Jin met with Konoha on the front foot, and the surveillance was removed on the back foot. Now they say it was out of respect for Fugaku?
Nonsense!
Did Fugaku have that much face?
He had nothing!
Uchiha Jin didn't say much about this, just waved his hand to quiet everyone down: "Everyone, don't be anxious or angry. Sarutobi Hiruzen is eager for the Uchiha to fight among themselves. We can't be led by the nose by Konoha."
"I will take Tekka and the others to attend the clan meeting. The others will be commanded by Elder Setsuna. Take this time to launch the operation directly."
"All members of the Radical Faction, whether ninjas or civilians, must move near my house."
"All ninja squads are divided into morning, noon, and evening shifts for 24-hour patrols and alerts. Open and hidden sentries must be arranged properly."
"Everything must be done in secret, understand?"
His tone was very calm as he began to arrange tasks.
The calculations of the Konoha higher-ups were not profound. Anyone who had received a complete nine-year compulsory education could see through them. So naturally, he wouldn't be led by the nose by the enemy. On the contrary, he just wanted to take this opportunity to accomplish his planned goals.
Hearing this, everyone present nodded solemnly.
Since Uchiha Jin joined the Radical Faction, every single thing he did had long completely conquered all of them.
Even if they couldn't understand it temporarily, they were used to doing it first and thinking later.
...
Half an hour later.
The Naka Shrine was bustling with noise and excitement. Everyone had smiles on their faces, looking like it was the New Year.
However.
With the arrival of Uchiha Jin and the others, the scene instantly became quiet.
The Moderate Faction and the Neutral Faction frowned slightly. Obviously, they didn't like the Radical Faction much, especially the Radical Faction under Uchiha Jin's control.
In their view, the tension between the Uchiha and Konoha was already high enough, and the Radical Faction under Uchiha Jin's control was even crazier.
Fugaku had a smile on his lips, and his tone was quite gentle: "Since you're here, take a seat."
"Today is a good day, so we won't discuss disputes. Today is just for celebration!"
With Fugaku's words, the 'shills' he had arranged in advance also began to sing praises.
Saying things like under Fugaku's leadership, the ice-breaking operation between the Uchiha and Konoha finally made huge progress today.
Anyway...
The underlying meaning was quite simple.
Clan Head Fugaku is awesome, Radical Faction hurry up and kneel!
The Radical Faction crowd couldn't bear it anymore.
"You are all talking nonsense. Is this Fugaku's credit?"
"Clearly, Jin-kun met with Konoha on the front foot, and Root and Anbu withdrew on the back foot. What does it have to do with Fugaku, the Clan Head?"
"Why didn't they withdraw earlier or later, but had to do it right after Jin-kun met with Konoha?"
"Taking credit for others' work without having any merit after taking office, how can there be such thick-skinned people in the Uchiha?"
"Clearly, it's a conspiracy by Konoha to incite internal strife among the Uchiha, and you idiots are complacent about it?"
"Hmph, trash!"
"..."
The Radical Faction crowd was filled with righteous indignation, their words full of sarcasm.
Clearly.
They didn't give Fugaku, the Clan Head, any face at all!
Fugaku's face became quite ugly, and others also began to look thoughtful.
Makes sense!
This matter was too coincidental.
They might be single-minded and look down on the Radical Faction, but they were also reasonable people.
If not for this point, they wouldn't have been bullied so miserably by Konoha!
So hearing these remarks from the Radical Faction, the looks directed at Fugaku began to change.
Uchiha Jin narrowed his eyes slightly, his face very calm.
He just sat quietly in his seat, neither refuting nor stopping, nor did he mean to prove himself.
He just quietly watched Fugaku, paying attention to the changes in Fugaku's expression.
Two minutes later.
Seeing Fugaku's face turn red and open his mouth trying to explain, Uchiha Jin suddenly spoke up to block his speech.
"Enough, shut up everyone!"
"Fugaku is the Clan Head of our Uchiha. What does a little credit matter?"
"Since the Clan Head wants it, just give it to him."
At this moment, Uchiha Jin had a face full of dominance.
He seemed not to care about this little credit at all, projecting an image of greatness and righteousness.
Like a generous saint who was truly unwilling to affect the overall situation of the Uchiha because of this trivial matter.