One after another, the Uchiha voiced their opinions.
It was obvious.
Aside from a handful of elders at the top, most of the clan were simple-minded.
Kai's words just now had already proven his strength and his grasp of the bigger picture.
If someone was strong enough, and smart enough… then wasn't it only natural for him to take the post of Police Force Commander?
The only ones who didn't speak were the radicals.
Without a word from their leader, Uchiha Setsuna, none of them dared open their mouths.
"The radicals, what about you?" Fugaku asked directly. "Do you agree, or not? Speak quickly."
"If you have objections, bring them up."
"If you just sit there saying nothing, what exactly do you intend to do?"
At once, with Fugaku's words, all eyes turned toward the radicals.
But the radical Jounin glanced at each other in confusion, their eyes full of hesitation.
Agree, or not?
Even they weren't foolish enough to miss the truth—Kai's parents had once been diehard loyalists to Uchiha Kagami.
And their deaths… even if the radicals hadn't carried it out with their own hands, they all suspected that it had been done in secret by their leader, Uchiha Setsuna.
Under such circumstances, Kai and Setsuna were mortal enemies.
Kai's sudden attack earlier had only confirmed their suspicions.
So what now?
On one hand, they couldn't deny Kai's ability. If he really did take over the Police Force, maybe he could fix its tarnished reputation.
But on the other hand—
The Police Force was the radical faction's base of power. Handing it over to someone who was openly hostile to their leader?
How would they explain that to Setsuna?
"I agree!"
At this critical moment, Uchiha Tiehuo was the first to speak.
And after saying it, he turned to the others, voice deep and firm.
"Clanmates, stop fighting among ourselves!"
"The enemies of the Uchiha are too strong. If we can't stay united, we'll collapse even without the village lifting a finger."
"Only by standing together do we have hope."
"If Elder Kai has the ability, then why shouldn't we support him?"
The others fell silent.
After some thought, heads began to nod, one after another.
Yes.
Aside from the true elites, most Uchiha really did think simply.
If it was for the clan's greatness, they would gladly give their lives for its glory.
If Elder Kai had the ability, then just as Tiehuo said—why shouldn't they back him?
On the other side—
Fugaku's lips finally curved into a faint smile.
"Good. Excellent!"
"Since everyone is in agreement, then I hereby declare: from this day on, as clan head I will only handle the broader direction of the clan."
"As for the Police Force, Elder Kai will take full command."
He truly was delighted.
Fugaku knew very well that political struggle was not his strength.
The worsening reputation of the Police Force under his leadership was proof enough.
Before, there was nothing he could do.
But now, with a talent like Kai… why should he keep suffering in that post?
The Uchiha present all clapped their hands.
When they looked at Kai, their gazes were full of respect and awe.
Yes.
From this day onward, Kai was different.
Before, despite his string of titles, he was little more than a figurehead.
A mascot.
But now, everything had changed.
Uchiha Kai was about to become a true power-holder.
If he wished, it wouldn't take long before he could gather a faction to rival the radicals.
"…"
Kai was dumbfounded.
He had drifted off for just a moment—and suddenly things had escalated this far?
Police Commander?
If it were only a title, that'd be fine. But if it meant actually going to work…
He wanted no part of it!
He had been happily staying at home, quietly growing stronger. Who in their right mind would choose a day job over that?
In a historical setting, or a low-fantasy world, seizing power might be exciting.
But this was the world of Naruto!
Here, personal strength mattered far more than political office.
And besides—
Both his system and his personality leaned toward being a lazy shut-in.
"This… really isn't necessary."
"Just keep my name on the roster, that's all. How could I compete with the clan head for the position?"
"Isn't the Police Commander supposed to be the clan head's role?"
Kai's mouth twitched.
Without hesitation, he wanted to decline immediately.
But Fugaku cut him off.
"Since the founding of Konoha, the Police Force has always been Uchiha's domain. The commander has always been chosen by the clan itself."
"Now that the clan has decided, and I as clan head have proposed it, Kai-kun, you needn't feel any burden."
"Do it your way. Succeed or fail, no one will blame you."
"To be honest, I have to admit my own shortcomings. Ever since I took charge of the Police Force, I've achieved nothing—worse, its reputation has only declined."
"But I believe in your ability, Kai-kun. So I entrust the Police Force to you."
Fugaku's expression was solemn, his tone utterly sincere.
And when he finished, he even bowed slightly.
For the clan head himself to bow—this was giving Kai immense respect.
The truth was clear.
With Fugaku bowing, the other Uchiha followed suit, inclining their heads in salute.
Kai felt black lines forming on his forehead.
Revealing his Mangekyo had already been enough to make Hiruzen wary.
If he now controlled the Police Force, wouldn't Root start shadowing him around the clock?
Who knew what tricks Hiruzen and Danzo might use against him then?
But there was no way out.
Fugaku, as clan head, had already put things so bluntly—even admitting his own failings and lowering his stance.
If Kai refused now, it would be hard to justify.
This…
Sigh.
He rubbed his temples helplessly, then finally spoke, resigned.
"Clan head, really… this isn't necessary."
"You've actually done quite well. There's no need for me to take over."
"But since you've spoken so firmly, if I keep refusing it would be inappropriate."
"So be it. I'll accept this position."
"But let me be clear from the start. If I take on the role of Police Commander, then everything must be done according to my rules."
"Because of the clan's strained relations with the village, we must avoid letting them catch wind of my intentions too soon."
"So, there will be times you don't understand my actions—but even so, they must be followed."
"Whether you agree or not, my orders are final."
"If the clan head can accept that, then I have no objections."
To read 250+ Advance chapters, head over to Patreon:
patreon.com/WhiteDevil7554