Compared to the excitement and joy of previous Uchiha clan meetings, this one felt unusually heavy and oppressive.
The somber atmosphere was shattered by a loud clap. Uchiha Tetsuhiko, wearing a Jonin vest and with a black mark on his forehead, slammed his hands on the table and stood up abruptly.
"What does the Third Hokage want to do? That pill was developed with the full support of our Uchiha clan. He didn't stop it when it was being developed, but now that it's successful, he wants to take the credit?"
"This is a suppression of our Uchiha clan; he doesn't want to see our power grow!" Another Uchiha Jonin, Uchiha Inahiko, standing next to Tetsuhiko, spoke angrily.
Many Uchiha members present at the meeting chimed in.
The effects of the pills had been exaggerated within the clan, especially with several successful cases like Uchiha Akihiko, Inahiko, and Tetsuhiko. Their eye power and strength had indeed increased significantly in recent times.
During the last clan meeting, the three of them had amazed everyone with their skills.
Now, all the Uchiha Jonin were looking forward to the next batch of pills, but the orders from the higher-ups in Konoha were unacceptable to them.
"We can't let the Third Hokage succeed! Clan Leader!" Tetsuhiko looked at Clan Leader Uchiha Fugaku.
"This is not the Third Hokage's intention."
Seeing the clan members getting agitated, Fugaku raised his hand to signal everyone to calm down.
As the clan leader, his presence and the reputation he had gained helped to quiet the anxious Uchiha members, who now awaited his next words.
"Shisui, please explain the situation," Fugaku said, directing his gaze toward Shisui Uchiha, who had been standing quietly among them.
"What does he have to do with this?"
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"Does he have news from Lord Orochimaru?"
Whispers filled the air, and all eyes turned to Shisui as he stepped out from the crowd, a bit shorter than the others and still growing.
"This is not the Third Hokage's intention; it comes from the leader of ROOT, Danzo Shimura, and the two advisors," Shisui said calmly, under the watchful eyes of many clan members.
"How do you know that?" one Uchiha member frowned.
"Lord Orochimaru told me," Shisui replied calmly, facing the skepticism.
"It's that guy Danzo again!"
At the mention of Danzo Shimura's name, the Uchiha present began to grit their teeth. If there was anyone they disliked among the Konoha higher-ups, it was definitely Danzo.
He was the one constantly seeking trouble with the Uchiha clan. Even though they were somewhat isolated, they were well aware of Danzo's attitude towards them.
"We will discuss Danzo later; what we need to determine now is Orochimaru's stance," a gentle voice interjected. Shisui's gaze shifted to a steady-looking middle-aged man.
He was one of the few calm members of the clan, known for his analytical abilities and leadership skills. When Fugaku became clan leader, Yashiro's support was crucial in quickly resolving internal disagreements and solidifying Fugaku's position.
"Lord Orochimaru's stance is that we can continue the research and supply the pills, but the support must not waver," Shisui reiterated Orochimaru's words.
"What about Danzo and the advisors? Can he refuse?" Uchiha Yashiro looked pleased for a moment, but then his expression turned serious.
Although Orochimaru's stance was good news, without resolving the issues with Danzo and the advisors, no one could be certain about the outcome.
"The Technology Development Department still has autonomy since the village doesn't provide funding," Shishui said seriously to his clan members, following Orochimaru's intentions.
"The information Lord Orochimaru received indicates that this proposal was not approved by Lord Third. It was simply a command issued by Shimura Danzo, using the Third's name."
"I knew that old dog Shimura Danzo would cause trouble!" an angry Uchiha Jonin exclaimed.
The Uchiha clan had accumulated a lot of resentment, and more than half of it was related to Danzo. If possible, anyone present would wish for Danzo to suddenly drop dead or die on the battlefield.
"This time we are in the right! The funding for the Technology Development Department comes from our Uchiha clan, so it is only natural that they develop pills to enhance our Sharingan."
"After all, our significant investment has already affected the training and lives of some clan members. Clan Leader, you can raise objections to the Third at the next Jonin meeting." Uchiha Yashiro did not join his clan in venting emotions but spoke directly to the clan leader, Fugaku.
"I will. I will first communicate with Lord Orochimaru," Fugaku nodded in agreement. He looked at Shishui, feeling very satisfied.
The Uchiha clan lacked channels to obtain information from the Konoha's higher-ups. There wasn't a single Uchiha in the Anbu, nor any near the Hokage. Due to the Uchiha's pride, they did not have close relations with other clans.
Aside from the Jonin meetings, the entire Uchiha clan had no way to know what was happening at the higher levels until events unfolded.
But now that Shishui was here, they finally had a way to access information more proactively. At least for now, it seemed that Shishui was highly regarded by Orochimaru.
"Your Shadow Technique has been modified very well. It gives the shadow a will, eliminating the need to maintain the hand seals. This frees up your hands."
Minato Namikaze smiled and praised Kagetsu, who could use the shadow technique without needing hand signs. "Being able to do this shows your mastery of the nature and form changes in Yin chakra."
"If I remember correctly, most of the Nara clan's primary chakra types are Yin chakra, right?"
"Yes," Kagetsu nodded.
"Yin Release chakra consumes mental (spiritual) energy and affects the body. To be honest, given the Nara clan's physique and your age, using Yin Release to this extent is very talented, even among the gifted Nara clan," Minato said sincerely.
Most ordinary ninjas have one or two initial chakra attributes from the five basic elements: lightning, water, wind, fire, and earth. These chakra types are refined from a mixture of mental power and physical strength.
In addition, there are special Yin and Yang chakra attributes. One focuses on the mind, while the other focuses on the body.
Creating material forms from nothing using Yin Release chakra consumes a lot of mental energy and requires absorbing physical strength to stabilize.
Therefore, ninjas skilled in Yin Release chakra either face great mental pressure or bear significant physical burdens.
Kagetsu Nara has made rapid progress in the shadow secret arts of Yin Release chakra, not only because of the Nara clan's strong mental power but also due to the added physical attributes from his system.
This physical enhancement allows Kagetsu to expend mental energy and extract more Yin Release chakra. He can produce more chakra than his peers of the same age and remain active longer without worrying about the heavy burden on his body.
Although he usually appears lazy, he is not in as poor a condition as other clan members who need medicine to maintain their health.
"Yin Release chakra has a definite advantage in controlling both the mind and body. Your idea is correct. What you need now is a sealing technique that complements your shadow secret arts.
It should be able to seal someone's mind, control their body, and read their deep memories. This requires a brain that processes information very quickly, which you possess as a member of the Nara clan. What I can help you with is examining the effectiveness and accuracy of the sealing techniques," Minato sighed.
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