Chapter 60 You Regret, Ape Shadow 2.0 (Ch 60)

In the Uchiha clan territory, several people representing the highest authority of the Uchiha clan gathered together again.
Uchiha Masanobu said in a deep voice: “Everyone, the Third Hokage has gone to find Kai-kun, and is currently at Kai-kun’s house, having a conversation between the two of them alone.”
An hot-tempered elder Uchiha said excitedly: “We must rush over immediately! I don’t know what conspiracy that Sarutobi Hiruzen guy has, we must not let Kai-kun get hurt!!!”
Then, the impulsive Elder Uchiha was suppressed.
Then, Uchiha Setsuna, who was once the most radical, spoke calmly: “Everyone, I don’t think you need to be entangled, and there is no need to react so strongly. Just as Qijun has brought great changes to the Uchiha in recent days, we should also believe in Qijun.”
“With Kai-kun’s wisdom, he must have expected that the Third Hokage would talk to him alone. And Kai-kun never emphasized this matter to us, which means that Kai-kun must have a thorough understanding of this and knows how to deal with it.”
“So, all we need to do is wait for the results with peace of mind.”
Calm and indifferent, his trust in Uchiha Kai far exceeds his trust in himself. What Uchiha Setsuna showed was his blind trust in Uchiha Kai, and he could imagine any of the other party’s actions on his own.
After hearing this, all the Uchiha high-ranking officials nodded, indicating that they accepted this statement.
However, Uchiha Fugaku, who did not blindly follow Uchiha Setsuna’s “authority”, had a subtle look in his eyes.
Because, in the eyes of the young clan leader who is about to officially become the clan leader, Uchiha Setsuna’s trust in Uchiha Kai is too blind, and this extreme attitude, compared to his previous style of only believing in himself and thinking that others are short-sighted, is a move from one extreme to another.
“When did Elder Setsuna become like this? It seems like… after he opened the Mangekyō Sharingan?”
Uchiha Fugaku was thinking in his heart, and then he couldn’t help but think of the time when he and Uchiha Kei talked about the Mangekyō Sharingan during a casual chat.
I remember the conversation was…
Uchiha Kai: “The Mangekyō Sharingan is indeed the ultimate power of the Uchiha clan, but opening the eyes often comes at a huge price.”
Uchiha Fugaku: “I know. Ancient books say that one has a chance of opening the Mangekyō Sharingan only after losing someone dear to them.”
Uchiha Kai: “No, the huge price I’m talking about is not this, but personality. Opening the Mangekyo often means that the personality of that Uchiha will undergo a huge change and go to an extreme. And this extreme may be the side of good or the side of evil. But no matter which direction it changes, there will be an extreme change in thinking.”
The above is the content of the conversation at that time.
Uchiha Fugaku just remembered it after hearing it, but did not express any opinion, because the Uchiha Mangekyō had not appeared for many years. Even if these words were said by Uchiha Kei, he had no way to confirm whether they were true or not.
Now, when the example of Uchiha Setsuna was placed before him, Uchiha Fugaku finally understood what the ‘price’ that Uchiha Kei was talking about was.
“If… I open the Mangekyō Sharingan, to what extreme will my personality change? It’s like being mentally controlled. If it really becomes extreme, will I still be myself?”
The more he thought about it, the more terrifying it was. Uchiha Fugaku suddenly felt a little afraid of opening the Mangekyō.
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At the same time, in a place where Konoha’s senior executives worked, Mito Kado En and Utane Koharu frowned as they looked at Shimura Danzo who came to find them, their minds in confusion.
Shimura Danzo stared at his two companions with his cold single eye and said, “As I said, Hiruzen went to find Uchiha Kai alone, and is talking to the Uchiha brat alone.”
“Given Hiruzen’s personality, he just wants to talk to that brat about the Will of Fire and other things. He wants to use his conservative theories to make that Uchiha brat agree with the Will of Fire.”
“He is too naive, even to the point of being a little stupid, and he is getting more and more confused as he gets older. He actually tried to use his tricks to appease and win over the inherently evil Uchiha clan. He has been the Hokage for too long and has completely forgotten the teachings of Tobirama Sensei. He even has illusions about the Uchiha clan now.”
“We must do something, otherwise, Hiruzen’s ‘weakness’ this time will give the Uchiha clan an opportunity, and this inherently evil clan will inevitably plunge the entire Konoha into chaos!”
Faced with Shimura Danzo’s “alarmist” remarks, Mito Kado En and Utane Koharu could not help but frown and look at each other, both revealing hesitation.
Although targeting the Uchiha clan has become the political correctness of the Konoha high-level officials, they only needed to agree with Shimura Danzo’s previous words. After all, suppressing the Uchiha clan is also beneficial to them and their families.
But now…
“Danzo, are you worrying too much? Although the Uchiha clan is prone to extremes, it is too much to say that they are inherently evil.”
“Yes, yes. Besides, the Uchiha clan is also changing now. They are trying to integrate into Konoha and help the various clans in Konoha. In a short period of time, the Uchiha clan has moved most of the ninja clans in Konoha with their sincerity. I think we need to change our attitude towards the Uchiha clan as well.”
Mito Kado En and Utane Koharu said this one after another, showing their disagreement with Shimura Danzo.
This immediately made Shimura Danzo’s one eye slightly widen, a look of disbelief, and then his expression turned completely dark.
Damn it, he was shamefully betrayed!
It wasn’t like this before. When targeting Uchiha, these two Hokage advisors would stand with him and work together to squeeze and force Sarutobi Hiruzen. Why did it suddenly become like this?
What exactly happened?
When Utane Koharu and Mito Kado En saw Shimura Danzo’s expression, they turned their eyes away feeling guilty and embarrassed.
Indeed, targeting the Uchiha is politically correct, but this time the Uchiha gave too much in the illusion game – when the possible income and dividends for a year were calculated, their respective families became excited and excited, and praised “The Uchiha is worthy of being a big family with a thousand-year heritage, and they do things in a magnanimous way” and so on.
This trend naturally blew on the two people who represented the family.
When their respective families spoke well of the Uchiha and told them about the benefits they could get, they began to think, “The Uchiha are pretty good, and now that they have changed, it seems there is no need to target them anymore.”
And now, although they feel a little guilty, Utane Koharu and Mito Kado En do not think they are wrong. After all, not only them, but all the major ninja clans in Konoha have a clear interest bond because of Uchiha. What’s more, Sarutobi Hiruzen, as the Hokage, has the same attitude. On the contrary, Shimura Danzo still holds on to old ideas and seems very out of place.
With this thought in mind, Mitomon En coughed again and said, “Danzo, regarding the attitude of the Uchiha clan, we think we can follow Hiruzen’s advice and observe first before making a judgment.”
“Now it is the Uchiha clan that is actively seeking change. They have changed their previous arrogant attitude and are actively making friends with the major ninja clans. They are showing a trend of actively integrating into Konoha, and everyone welcomes them.”
“Under this situation, it is somewhat inappropriate to target the Uchiha with the previous attitude and method. Therefore, our suggestion is that you should ignore the Uchiha for now and focus the Root’s attention on other places.”
Utatane Koharu nodded in agreement: “Yes, the ninja world has been in turmoil recently, and the other nations are quietly preparing for war. The Third Ninja World War could break out at any time. It’s time for you Root to send your forces to the Land of Fire.”
The two people’s singing in unison completely infuriated Shimura Danzo, who was already mentally exploded. This man was extremely cold and gloomy, and the cold aura he exuded made people very uncomfortable.
After a while, Shimura Danzo said in a deep voice: “Have you two also forgotten your teacher’s instructions and the danger of the Uchiha clan like that guy Sarutobi?”
These cold and threatening words made Mito Kado En and Utane Koharu frown and feel unhappy.
Although I feel a little guilty because of the “betrayal”, this is not a reason to be threatened! We are all members of Konoha’s F4. Why do you, Danzo, speak to them in such an oppressive tone as if you are a superior?
So, Mito Kado En also said in a deep voice: “Danzo, we are just following the will of the Hokage – don’t forget, Hiruzen is the Hokage!”
“!!!” Shimura Danzo widened his one eye, and then the feeling of breaking the red temperature of defense came over him, and he stood up immediately, “Just like Sarutobi, you will regret it sooner or later!”
Then, he turned around, strode away, and slammed the door.
Utane Koharu and Mitokado En looked at each other, then sighed helplessly, said nothing, and went about their own business.
Shimura Danzo, who left, felt angry, lonely and angry, and under this emotion, his thoughts became extreme – since all his former comrades-in-arms betrayed him, he would use his own way to target Uchiha!
As for how to target…
Haha, the rumor tactic that even Konoha White Fang couldn’t withstand is actually very useful!
It just so happened that the Uchiha clan had always had a bad reputation. Although it has improved a little now, it is only a little bit. The Uchiha clan is still an arrogant clan, which gives him a lot of room for maneuver.
The Uchiha clan is inherently evil, do you think you can use this little trick to change your reputation?
How naive!
I, the root that protects Konoha, will tell you that those of you who try to corrupt Konoha will never succeed!
The false goodwill that you are pretending to have now will be shattered by me, the Root of Konoha who upholds the will of the Second Hokage and dedicates everything to Konoha. I will show your true and ugly faces to the whole village and let everyone see your true colors!
With this thought, Danzo Shimura became extremely determined, and there seemed to be a blazing flame burning in his eyes.
This is all to protect Konoha!