"No one was injured or killed, except for Konoha Military Police Force personnel."
"After an overnight investigation, there is now reason to suspect that this evil enemy force incited villagers, attempting to undermine the Konoha Military Police Force system left by Second Hokage-sama."
"Thereby achieving the goal of weakening internal defenses, seizing the Jinchuriki during Konoha's chaos, and conquering Konoha."
Satoshi put down his pen.
"Just write it simply. I'm not very good at writing work reports either."
Inaho and Tekka, who were standing beside him, looked at him with admiration.
"Satoshi, I want to learn how to write reports."
—
That same evening, Satoshi's work report was delivered to Hiruzen.
He read it carefully three times. He knew every word in it, but when put together, he couldn't understand it.
How did so many spies get mixed in so smoothly?
And these spies didn't choose to act covertly. Instead, they paraded openly with great fanfare?
Hiruzen felt something was unreasonable. But he couldn't pinpoint what was wrong.
If he had to say, it was that Satoshi… was too righteous, to the point of being unsettling.
According to information provided by eyewitnesses, after those "spies" were exposed, they were holding explosive tags, ready for a fireworks show.
At that critical moment, everyone else was thinking of dodging, but only Satoshi resolutely charged forward. He engaged in a fierce battle with them, ultimately protecting the property of the villagers.
Of course, those guys were almost beaten to death by Satoshi in the street. He dislocated their joints on the spot.
If there hadn't been children nearby, he would probably have just stabbed them to death and been done with it.
The last white-haired person who was so violent externally was his teacher, Tobirama.
Ptooey, why did he connect these two again?
Besides both having white hair, the two clearly had nothing in common, right?
Hiruzen hesitated for a moment, then looked up at Satoshi.
"Satoshi, well done. If it weren't for you, we don't know how many casualties there would have been today."
Satoshi had a righteous expression as he said, "Hokage-sama, this is all the responsibility of the Konoha Military Police Force."
Hiruzen nodded gently. "The rest of the matter will be handled by Anbu. The waters here are very deep, you can't control it."
Unexpectedly, Satoshi decisively refused Hiruzen. "Hokage-sama. Maintaining village security is a duty Tobirama-sama personally entrusted to the Uchiha. This incident occurred within Konoha, so Konoha Military Police Force has a responsibility to investigate it thoroughly."
"Please rest assured, Hokage-sama, I will thoroughly investigate this matter."
Hiruzen was silent for a moment. He was a little annoyed. He didn't know why, but whenever Satoshi mentioned Tobirama's name, he felt uneasy.
He was clearly an Uchiha, yet he regarded Tobirama's words as ironclad rules. This was no longer something an ordinary Uchiha would do.
Could it be that Kagami's will really had such a profound influence?
No, he needed to find time to rewrite the will of fire.
Hiruzen took a puff from his pipe. He realized he had drifted off.
Satoshi said, "Hokage-sama, we can't hesitate any longer. The situation is extremely critical now. No one can say what other accomplices they might have lurking in the village. If villagers are harmed, how can I face their trust?"
Hiruzen thought about it, it seemed to make some sense. Of course, he also kept an eye out.
"I will arrange for an Anbu squad to assist you in eliminating the security risks as soon as possible."
"Understood, Hokage-sama."
[Successfully fulfilled the duties of the Konoha Military Police Force, receiving affirmation from the current Hokage. Truly worthy of you—the great Second Hokage Tobirama.]
[Mission Reward: Water Release: Hard Whirlpool Water Blade]
—
In Root.
Danzo's face was extremely gloomy. "What did you say? Not only did Hiruzen not punish Satoshi, but he also let them investigate the whole matter?"
"Yes, Danzo-sama."
Torune said cautiously, "And several villagers said that Satoshi saved their lives and that he's a really good person."
Smash!
Danzo shattered the teacup on the table.
"He's nothing! He's an inherently evil Uchiha, everything he does is a disguise!"
A sense of unease welled up in Danzo's heart.
Hiruzen's decision was practically handing a knife to the Uchiha.
If it were an ordinary Uchiha, Danzo wouldn't care. They were just a bunch of reckless cowards who now lacked even courage. Even if you stood in front of them, slapped Fugaku twice, and taunted them with words like 'come and hit me,' they might not even dare to stab him.
But Satoshi was different. In Danzo's mind, he had long been labeled as troublesome, evil, and shrewd. He constantly created problems for him, yet he remained helpless. Now, he even had leverage over him.
Even though Danzo was extremely careful and used layered outsourcing, he still worried that Satoshi would sniff him out.
Danzo knew Satoshi was someone who would argue for an inch and take a mile. If he found even a shred of evidence, it would be as terrifying as if he had inherited Hashirama's Wood Release.
"Foolish Hiruzen, do you not know what you are doing?"
"Have you forgotten Tobirama-sensei's instructions? The Uchiha are extremely dangerous and must never be given power."
Torune quietly stepped back half a pace, covering his ears.
It's over, he heard things he shouldn't have again.
What if Danzo-sama became unhappy one day and killed him to silence him?
No, it won't happen, surely it won't.
Some rejoice, others worry.
While Danzo was still worrying about whether he would get burned, the cheers from the Konoha Military Police Force had already blown the roof off.
"How many years has it been? How many years has our Konoha Military Police Force not received affirmation from the Hokage?!"
"Who would have thought we'd even get such an important mission as investigating spies? My Uchiha also have a promising future."
Inside the Konoha Military Police Force, the Uchihas couldn't hide their excitement.
The adorable Uchihas were just like that. As long as you gave them a little hope, they would be as happy as idiots.
What kind of mission they received wasn't important. What was important was that it represented the Hokage's attitude.
Shisui patted Satoshi's shoulder and said, "Satoshi, perhaps you truly can become the link between the clan and the village."
Satoshi looked at Shisui with the gaze one would give a complete idiot.
Seriously, buddy, I'm already thinking about when to rebel, and you're still stuck on this?
Sigh, indeed, when a person gains one thing, they lose another.
Shisui gained talent in Ninjutsu, but he lost a smart brain.
As for Itachi...
Pure idiot, nothing more to say.
"Everyone, it is our duty to restore the Uchiha's glory."
"Hahahahahahaha!"
Waves of laughter passed through the windows, reaching the ears of passing villagers.
A small child cried loudly in fright.
"Don't cry. If you cry again, the madmen from the Konoha Military Police Force will arrest you."
The little child covered his mouth, forcing back his tears.
With a creak, the Konoha Military Police Force's door opened.
Satoshi walked out, carrying his sword. Fugaku had sent someone to find him, he didn't know what the mission was.
The moment he saw Satoshi, the little child fainted from fright.
It's over!
I'm going to be taken away!
Satoshi glanced at him sideways and asked, "Need help?"
"N-no, no need."
With that, his father picked up the child and ran off.
"Crazy."
Satoshi mumbled a few words.
It didn't take long for him to find Fugaku sweeping the yard.
"Clan head, you were looking for me?"
Seeing that it was Satoshi, Fugaku threw down the broom.
"Quickly come in. Mikoto, we have a distinguished guest, bring out my best tea leaves."
Satoshi was utterly bewildered. He was just an ordinary Chunin, without even a proper official position. What kind of distinguished guest was he?
With a belly full of questions, Satoshi sat down at the tea table.
Mikoto poured his tea and then left. Itachi and Sasuke sat upright beside him, looking very serious.
"Come, Satoshi, have some tea."
Fugaku seemed to be in a good mood today, a smile was on his face.
Satoshi cautiously asked, "Clan head, your mood today seems… quite good?"
Fugaku nodded vigorously. "Satoshi, you have helped me a great deal."