Naruto: Offend Entire Shinobi World By Strengthening Bonds

**Chapter 7: The Uchiha Clan Faces a Deadly Situation**

After watching the two little ones leave, the smile on Fugaku's face gradually faded, replaced by a somber expression. He turned to the two guards and said coldly:

"The workload will be doubled next week. Notify everyone—no one is allowed to stop Shimura Gengetsu from coming."

The two Uchiha guards trembled as they acknowledged the order and returned to their posts.

On the way home, Fugaku turned to his son and reminded him:

"Itachi, make sure to build a good relationship with Shimura Gengetsu at school. His attitude is crucial for easing tensions between our clan and the village's leadership."

Although Uchiha Itachi was only six years old, the maturity he had shown since childhood led Uchiha Fugaku to treat him as more than just an ordinary child.

"Yes, Father," Itachi replied respectfully. He understood the weight of his father's words.

Seeing his son's agreement, Fugaku smiled in relief—but it was fleeting. Soon, his face darkened with bitterness and resentment.

The Uchiha Clan's isolation was growing worse. Their compound was under constant surveillance by the village's high-ranking officials.

Fugaku didn't know whether it was Danzo or the Third Hokage behind it, but he had no choice but to turn a blind eye. What he truly despised was the mysterious figure who had controlled the Nine-Tails.

If not for the Nine-Tails Rebellion, the Uchiha Clan wouldn't have been subjected to suspicion and fear, and the Fourth Hokage wouldn't have died so young.

Namikaze Minato had not only been talented but also a man of integrity—a shining presence with no stain on his character.

He was the complete opposite of the Third Hokage and Danzo, a pair of scheming politicians.

More importantly, Minato had no prejudice against the Uchiha and had even taken an Uchiha as his disciple.

But now he is gone.

During Minato's brief tenure, the tensions within the village had eased, giving Fugaku hope that the gap between Uchiha and Konoha could be bridged.

But after that fateful night, everything collapsed.

Now, not only did he have to endure the hostility of Sarutobi Hiruzen, Danzo, and the others, but he also had to suppress the radical elements within his own clan. Walking this tightrope was exhausting.

The emergence of Shimura Gengetsu and his friendship with Uchiha Izumi had given Fugaku a glimmer of hope.

He knew that Danzo had no other relatives besides Gengetsu. If he could use the boy to extend an olive branch to Danzo, perhaps he could change their fate.

Fugaku glanced at Itachi with renewed expectations.

…

On the other side, Shimura Gengetsu, who was walking with Uchiha Izumi, was completely unaware that Fugaku had set his sights on him.

He simply assumed the earlier display of goodwill had been to protect Danzo's reputation.

But even if he knew the truth, he would have just laughed it off.

At this point, no one could mend the rift between Konoha and the Uchiha.

Their only hope, Namikaze Minato, died last year.

The seeds of this conflict had been sown during Senju Tobirama's era. His students had no goodwill toward the Uchiha.

Even if Gengetsu was Danzo's grandson, reconciliation was impossible—just as it had been for Danzo himself.

Sarutobi Hiruzen, though he appeared weak and indecisive, feared the Uchiha more than anyone.

An unchecked, powerful armed force was a nightmare for any insecure ruler.

Adding to this, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura, once Tobirama's trusted guards, shared his distrust of the Uchiha.

There was not a single high-ranking official in Konoha who truly supported the Uchiha.

And the Uchiha themselves had their flaws—their arrogance, cultivated over years of leading the police force, made reconciliation even more difficult.

Fugaku was an ambitious leader, but without the strength or courage to enforce change, what could he truly accomplish?

He could only wait for the fated transformation of the "filial son."

…

"Izumi, Gengetsu, it's time to eat," a gentle voice called from outside.

The two children exchanged smiles, set their pens down, and headed out.

Izumi's mother, Uchiha Akira, was a kind woman—perhaps a necessity to raise such a well-mannered girl like Izumi.

As she ushered them to wash their hands, she placed grilled fish, sushi, and three bowls of miso soup on the table. When Shimura Gengetsu returned, she smiled warmly and said:

"I didn't know you'd be coming today, so I only made a simple meal."

"Are you kidding? This smells amazing! I'm starving!"

Shimura Gengetsu put on his best childlike charm, flashing a big smile.

Sure enough, Uchiha Akira's gaze softened.

Mischievous kids could be a handful, but a polite and sensible boy was a delight.

"Then eat up—you're still growing." She pushed a plate of fried fish toward him.

In truth, she was deeply grateful to Shimura Gengetsu. Not only had he helped her daughter when she was lost last year, but he had also looked after her ever since, helping Izumi move past the grief of losing her father.

"I want to grow tall too! Time to eat!" Izumi chimed in enthusiastically.

The two children couldn't help but laugh.

Sure enough, lolis were the most healing existence.

Shimura Gengetsu felt satisfied. Today had been a productive day—not only had he triggered an important event, but Uchiha Akira had also given him a valuable gift.

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[Host and Uchiha Akira have established the bond of 'Mother-in-law's Favor.' You have received the reward: 'Mother-in-law's Expectation.']

[Mother-in-law's Expectation: When Host and Uchiha Izumi are within 500 meters of each other, both parties' training speed increases by 100%.]

—

A training buff. This was just as valuable as the Uchiha bloodline.

The system had no limitations—whether for ninjutsu, taijutsu, or chakra refinement, his growth rate had just doubled.

It seemed like Izumi needed to be taken away from the Uchiha Clan.

Shimura Gengetsu's mind spun with ideas. Regardless of whether Izumi agreed, Danzo alone would be a major obstacle.

He had to think this through.

…

After dinner, night had fallen.

Shimura Gengetsu practiced taijutsu with Izumi for a while, feeling the effects of his new buff, before saying goodbye and heading home.

When he arrived, he was surprised to find Danzo there.

"Old man, why are you back?" he asked.

Danzo, who practically lived at the Root headquarters, rarely came home. Even when Gengetsu was young, he spent most of his time underground.

Danzo chuckled. "I was in such a hurry last time, I forgot to give you your birthday present."

He pushed a long wooden box across the table.

"Open it and take a look."

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