After slamming the door in the Hokage's office without mercy, Uchiha Tokumitsu didn't care about the consequences at this time. He first went to the police department and asked his father, Uchiha Nakagen, and packed it up in Konoha Commercial Street. After coming back, Sanshi Maruko exchanged his ninjutsu experience with the Uchiha team members from the police department, then leisurely returned to the Uchiha clan, and went to Elder Setsuna's mansion to say hello, and finally went home slowly. Prepare dinner with mother Emiko.
Everything appears orderly and orderly.
But this is different in the eyes of other major ninja clans who are paying close attention to this matter.
Due to Konoha's unique political ecology, everything that happens in the Hokage Building, especially in the Hokage's office, is a major event in the eyes of Konoha's senior ninjas, especially the major ninja clans.
Since the third generation took charge of Konoha, his consistent pursuit has been to strengthen the centralization of Hokage based on the control of the second generation, and this will inevitably intensify the conflict between the village and the ninja clan.
It's just that in the past, when faced with the Hokage clan who held great righteousness, except for the Uchiha clan, which was the strongest and most stubborn, the other ninja clans did not have many coping methods, and the family governance system had been eroded for a long time.
The ninja clan, including Akimichi Tōfū, who is also a member of the Second Hokage's Kage Guards, retired young and retired; although the Inokacho Tribe's external stance is that Tōfū-sama's injury recurred in his early years and was unsustainable, he had no choice but to choose Retreating to recuperate, anyone who has seen Qiudao Fengri eating thirty kilograms of barbecue will not choose to believe the unconcealed lies of the Pig, Deer, and Butterfly clan.
However, Uchiha Tokumitsu, who had made great contributions in the reinforcement war of the Kingdom of Whirlpool, showed "anger" when he left the Hokage Building this time, which made the ninjas tense up even more.
Especially when combined with the fact that Mito Uzumaki, the most respected founder of Konoha, was the first to leave the Hokage's office, it is even more disturbing to think about.
Even if everyone doesn't like the third generation Sarutobi Hiruzen as the leader of Konoha, it doesn't mean that they are willing to see divisions and conflicts in Konoha that are difficult to heal.
After all, the Senju clan and Uzumaki Yumai represented by Uzumaki Mito, and the Uchiha clan behind Uchiha Tokumitsu, are not only the co-founding families of the village, but also indispensable top-level combat forces.
Especially at this troubled time, the situation in the ninja world is becoming increasingly tense. Maybe one day you wake up and find that the major powers have declared war on each other, and it is not surprising that the second ninja war will break out. Konoha's senior ninjas and ninjas No one in the clan wants to see the relationship between the Hokage Building and the Uchiha clan further broken down.
Therefore, at night, various ninja clans and jounin who were concerned about this matter either sent people or visited in person, and contacted acquaintances in the Uchiha clan to understand the ins and outs of this matter.
However, the Uchiha ninjas who had already been entrusted with the task were unexpectedly strict in their tone this time. They were completely gone from their usual carefree appearance. They only revealed that the Hokage had assisted Danzo in making some unrealistic accusations, which made Uchiha Tokumitsu very unhappy. That’s all.
Not much news was obtained from the Uchiha clan, the Senju clan had no reason to come to the door, and there were no acquaintances in the Uzumaki clan... The Konoha ninjas who paid attention to this matter spent a long night in constant speculation.
But there is no doubt that everyone is pointing the finger at Danzo Shimura, and they all agree that Danzo Shimura is the only one who can do such dirty and disgusting things.
The next day, when the gossip was flying all over the village, and the rumors were about to ferment to the point where the Uchiha clan was preparing to attack the Shimura clan, the Uzumaki clan leader Uzumaki Ashina led his troops to visit the Uchiha clan, and his arrival broke the deadlock.
"Clan Chief Ashina, welcome your visit."
The place where Uzumaki Ashina was received was the residence of Uchiha Shifang, the head of the Uchiha clan. Although the space in the Uchiha Tokimitsu family's apartment was not small, it was not luxurious either. It was somewhat flawed as a reception, and for Uzumaki Upon his arrival, the Sifang clan leaders showed full respect.
"The Sifang Clan Leader is so polite. The Uzumaki clan was able to get out of danger, all thanks to Lord Deguang's help." Uzumaki Ashina expressed great gratitude, "I can't repay you enough for saving my life."
"In addition, I would also like to thank the Great Elder Setsuna." Uzumaki Ashina then turned to Elder Setsuna and saluted, "The Great Elder taught Tokuguang-kun, whose strength and methods are both outstanding in his generation. Congratulations to the Great Elder."
"Clan Chief Ashina, you're welcome. Tokumitsu-kun's achievements are due to his extraordinary talent. I, an old man like me, just did some trivial work." Although Elder Setsuna, who came from the Warring States period, doesn't like his former rival Uzumaki very much. They belong to the same clan, but they have not lost any points in etiquette.
The wealthy ninja clan has its own rules, and... this time the Uzumaki clan gave them too much.
"The war in the Kingdom of Whirlpool was not my result in a day." Uchiha Tokumitsu said solemnly on this very formal occasion: "It is the hard work of Sakumo-kun and all the members of the mobile unit that won this war. Hero."
Everyone nodded in agreement. The Uchiha clan disdained to usurp their partners' military exploits, so they naturally agreed with Uchiha Tokimitsu's words. Uzumaki Ashina even praised Uchiha Tokimitsu repeatedly regardless of their status differences.
After some pleasantries, the meeting got down to business.
"I am here as promised this time." Uzumaki Ashina got straight to the point, and then glanced at Uchiha Tokko.
Uchiha Tokko nodded slightly.
"In order to thank Tokumitsu-kun for his help in the war in the Uzumaki Kingdom, our clan decided to present the Uchiha clan's sealing technique secrets to the Uchiha clan as a token of gratitude."
Uzumaki Ashina, who secretly took a breath and calmed down, formally stated the remuneration terms promised in advance.
Although it was a condition that had been agreed to a long time ago, although Uchiha Tokumitsu did owe a great debt to Uzumaki, and although the Uchiha clan may not be able to fully understand the secret of the Uzumaki sealing technique... there are many reasons, but the secret of the sealing technique, which is the foundation of the family's survival, has been handed over. The human feeling is still very uncomfortable.
Uzumaki Ashina felt a little sad in her heart, but she didn't show it at all on the surface.
Although everyone in the Uchiha knew it, but with such a big gift in front of them in such a serious manner, their hearts beat faster and their breathing became rapid involuntarily.
As a former opponent, the Uchiha clan naturally knows the power and use of the Uzumaki secret sealing technique.
Especially Elder Setsuna.
"Chief Ashina..." Elder Setsuna, who was kneeling on the futon with an expressionless face, took a deep breath after hearing the words, "Sealing technique is the fundamental secret of the Uzumaki clan, I am really ashamed..."
The Uchihas present suddenly became nervous, fearing that the elder would be shameless all his life, but they were embarrassed to decline modestly at this time.
"...But for Uchiha, the sealing technique is indeed extremely important, so I am shameless to accept it here." After that, Elder Setsuna, who only bowed his head to Uchiha Madara in his life, bowed deeply.
Uzumaki Ashina quickly stepped aside.
"In addition, after receiving the report from the Uchiha secret guards, nine Uzumaki tribesmen were subsequently rescued in the Kingdom of Uzumaki. They were all underage children. They had many injuries. However, due to limited conditions, they had to be temporarily bandaged. But the problem They are not all big... and all the remains found along the way have been contained to prevent them from being exposed in the wild. When they return, they will ask the Ashina clan leader to take them back for treatment..."
Elder Setsuna said slowly again.
Hearing this, Uzumaki Ashina's eyes suddenly turned red.
Without saying a word, he immediately bowed down to the Uchiha people, and the Uzumaki clan members behind him also bowed down.
The Uchiha clan members quickly stepped aside and stepped forward to help the prostrate Uzumaki clan members.
Although they said polite words about how to be polite when allies are in trouble, the arrogant Uchihas were still cheering and encouraged in their hearts, and their favorability towards the Uzumaki clan also skyrocketed.
Since the second generation took control of Konoha, the Uchiha clan has been subjected to various overt and covert exclusions from the village's senior officials and intentional or unintentional alienation from the various ninja clans. Except for a few vassal ninja clans, the Uchiha clan has no influence in the village. Although the interpersonal relationship is not as bad as after the Kyuubi Troubles in later generations, it is not considered good either.
Although the Uzumaki clan is not as powerful as the Uchiha clan, and has suffered a great disaster and has plummeted, the reputation of the Uzumaki clan in Konoha and even the ninja world is countless times better than that of the Uchiha clan; now the Uzumaki clan leader's visit and banquet His behavior also means that the Uchiha clan has indeed gained the friendship of the Uzumaki clan.
To the ninja clan, survival and death are indeed a great favor that the entire clan can repay.
"Tokuguang-kun..."
Everyone sat down again, and Uzumaki Ashina solemnly nodded towards Uchiha Tokimitsu.
"Thank you again for your help..."
"Chief Ashina's words are serious. We are both members of the ninja clan that has been inherited for thousands of years. It is natural for us to lend a helping hand." Uchiha Tokumitsu agreed and replied solemnly.
During his words, Uchiha Tokumitsu emphasized the word "ninja clan" intentionally or unintentionally. I believe that after experiencing the bloody baptism of the Uzumaki Kingdom war and the unreasonable accusations from the Hokage's office yesterday, Uzumaki Ashina will understand the true meaning of the "ninja clan" meaning.
Uzumaki Ashina was also filled with emotions.
The die-hard allies for thousands of years are now out of touch. Once the current mainstay Uzumaki Mito passes away unfortunately, the Senju clan and the remaining Uzumaki clan will lose their greatest support.
What will happen to the ninja who lose their power? Even if he thought with his toes, Uzumaki Ashina could find countless standard answers in the historical records of the chaotic Warring States period.
And Uzumaki is different from Senju. As the god of ninja and the founder of the one-village-one-nation system, even if the Senju clan loses their youthful strength, they can still enjoy peace and wealth in the respect of everyone; in fact, as early as the Second Generation Mesen When Tobirama was in charge of Konoha, the Senju clan began to systematically disperse their clansmen in batches and actively integrate into the village.
But the Uzumaki clan is different. Now the Konoha allies who have lost their glory have become one of the Konoha ninja clan who depend on others. Although their status is not plummeting, it is definitely not as important as when the Uzumaki country was still there.
Especially during the meeting in the Hokage's office yesterday, the Hokage's assistant Shimura Danzo showed his coveting for Uzumaki's bloodline, which made Uzumaki Ashina shudder.
Therefore, it is precisely based on this mentality that Uzumaki Ashina did not hesitate to bend the knot and took the initiative to show his kindness to Uchiha Tokimitsu and the Uchiha clan behind him. Now it seems that he has promised to offer the secret secret sealing technique of Uzumaki. The heavy gift really moved the Uchiha clan.
"In addition, Tokimitsu-kun..." Uzumaki Ashina took out a beautifully styled envelope from his arms and handed it to Uchiha Tokimitsu with both hands, "This is the official letter that Mito-sama asked me to forward to you..."
Uchiha Tokko also stood up solemnly and took it with both hands.
On the exquisite envelope, the gilded clan emblem of the Thousand Hands Clan is imprinted.
However, the envelope was not sealed, but simply folded.
"This kind of letter without wax seal means that it can be read in public or in person..." An Uchiha elder ignored the etiquette and whispered to Uchiha Demitsu.
In fact, he also really wanted to know what the content of the letter was.
The wealthy Ninja clan that has been followed for thousands of years always have some tacit understanding of social etiquette, ranging from the formation of alliances among the Ninja clan to the smallest letter etiquette, all of which contain profound meanings.
As the widow of the first Hokage and the Nine-Tailed Jinchuuriki, Uzumaki Mito's every move naturally touches everyone's heartstrings.
Uchiha Tokumitsu used his eyes to consult Elder Setsuna and Uzumaki Ashina for their opinions. After receiving their nods of approval, he slowly opened the envelope.
The breathing of everyone present suddenly became a little heavier.
Uchiha Tokko took out the letter and read it silently.
Everyone continued to talk without squinting.
It's just that all the thoughts have already flown to the letter, but everyone is embarrassed to peep in because of their identity.
"It's a thank-you letter from Mito-sama." After a long time, Uchiha Tokumitsu finished reading the letter, slowly raised his head and said, "Mito-sama is really too polite. Please also ask the Ashina clan leader to say hello to her on my behalf."
The atmosphere at the scene suddenly became lively.
Uchiha Tokumitsu handed the letter to Elder Setsuna.
Elder Setsuna read it hastily and passed it to the patriarchs of the four directions with a smile on his face.
After Uchiha Shifang finished reading, they handed the letter to the sender Uzumaki Ashina with the same enthusiasm.
In this way, the letters were passed one by one among the people at the table. Everyone who read them had smiles on their faces and looked kind. It was as if the letters were engraved with the secrets of illusions that surpassed other gods, and chilled the hearts of the most stubborn Uchiha people. Knocked open.
"Mito-sama, as an elder of Konoha, you are very polite." After the letter was circulated and returned to Uchiha Tokko, the leader of the Uchiha Sifang clan said slowly.
Although he had deep-rooted opinions on the Senju clan, they were more aimed at the second generation Senju Tobirama. In front of the secret of the sealing technique sent by the Uzumaki clan and the autographed letter from Uzumaki Mito, Elder Setsuna still nodded in agreement.
From the corner of their eyes, Uchiha saw Elder Setsuna's nodding action, as if he was encouraged: "Since Mito-sama's letter has been received, I don't think Tokumitsu-kun needs to ask Ashina clan chief to say hello on his behalf. You might as well see when it's convenient." , please go to the mansion and pay a visit to the boss."
"Chief Ashina, what do you think?" Uchiha from all directions looked at Uzumaki Ashina with expectation.
The movements and reactions of the Uchiha clan were really fast, catching Ashina Uzumaki off guard.
"Of course that's great. How about I have someone send you invitations when I get back?"
"That's not necessary, Tokumitsu-kun, just write a greeting note." Elder Setsuna thought for a while and decided to improve the Uchiha clan's external etiquette to show respect.
Finally, in a cordial and harmonious conversation, the Uchiha clan and the Uzumaki clan reached a series of cooperation agreements on sealing training and the transfer of secret information. The Uchiha clan also patted their chests and promised to increase the police investment in the police department. Effectively maintain the safety and peace of the Uzumaki clan.
After sending Uzumaki Ashina away, Uchiha Shifang and Elder Setsuna looked at each other and laughed.
"Break the ice?"
"Break the ice!"
The Uchiha clan members nodded.
(End of chapter)
