Although most of the injuries on Uchiha Hisaku's body were severe, with the exception of the shattered end of his spine, the rest were within the range of being treatable.
After a round of surgery, his injuries had roughly stabilized.
At the very least, his condition was much better and his life was saved; he was no longer in that state where he might stop breathing at any moment.
"After putting him on an IV drip to supplement his nutrition, he should regain consciousness around noon tomorrow. These are the subsequent prescriptions, both for internal and external use, to nurse his body back to health.
After a few days of rest to recover his energy, he should be able to appear before the clansmen. If controlled well, it should be possible to keep the secret for a few months. As for exactly how to hide it, that will depend on how you all handle things."
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Uchiha Gen withdrew his palm, which was glowing with green light, and spoke to Uchiha Fugaku and the Great Elder.
The Great Elder nodded slowly: "This matter mainly needs Fugaku to manage it personally, because only you can accompany Hisaku at all times to cover for him. We can only help you with some diversions and offer suggestions."
Uchiha Fugaku opened his mouth and asked: "Fugaku understands. Then what about the Second Elder and the others outside? Should we let them in?"
"There's no rush. Hisaku hasn't woken up yet, and doing too much now might easily reveal a flaw.
Wait until Hisaku wakes up tomorrow and we've informed him, then invite them in."
The Great Elder shook his head and continued: "Fugaku, you stay here and watch over Clan Head Hisaku. Gen and I will go out to appease the clansmen and have them come back tomorrow."
"Alright, then I shall trouble the Great Elder and Cousin Gen."
Amidst Uchiha Fugaku's grateful words, the Great Elder nodded and turned to look at Uchiha Gen, his eyes flashing with a deep, meaningful look as their gazes met.
The latter understood immediately and said: "Fugaku, then the Great Elder and I will head out first."
With Fugaku seeing them off, the two pushed open the door together, walked through the long corridor of the Clan Head's mansion, and arrived at the courtyard outside.
The Second Elder Uchiha Hane, the Third Elder Uchiha Kai, as well as Uchiha Nobuyuki, Uchiha Yashiro, and other Uchiha with Three-Tomoe Sharingan who held a certain level of prestige within the clan were there.
These clansmen had all rushed over the moment they received the news.
Being able to enter this small courtyard meant they carried a certain amount of weight within the clan.
They were either qualified to compete for the position of Clan Head after Uchiha Hisaku, or they were qualified to influence the outcome.
"Great Elder, Gen, how is the Clan Head's condition?"
Seeing the two emerge together, the Second Elder immediately stepped forward and asked in a loud voice.
"Let Gen speak; he is the one who treated the Clan Head."
The Great Elder slowly stepped aside, revealing Uchiha Gen's figure carrying a medicine box.
One by one, the Uchiha Jonin who were quite famous within the clan focused their gazes on this young junior.
The few days of fermentation were enough for them to learn about the achievements Uchiha Gen had left on the Land of Rain battlefield.
This was a powerhouse who, though young, had awakened the same eyes as them and even possessed strength that surpassed theirs; he was worthy of being treated as an equal, or even being vigorously courted.
Anyone could see that Uchiha Gen would certainly occupy an important position and gain significant influence within the clan in the near future.
Not to mention, he also possessed superb Medical Ninjutsu. There was no telling when they or those close to them might get injured or sick and need to ask Uchiha Gen for help.
"The Clan Head's injuries are extremely severe."
After Uchiha Gen spoke, he keenly observed the reactions of these Uchiha Jonin and continued: "However, he can still be saved. He is currently out of life-threatening danger, but he still needs a long period of healing and recuperation before recovery is possible."
As Uchiha Gen's voice fell, these core members of the clan all breathed a sigh of relief.
At least, regardless of what thoughts they had internally, on the surface, they all acted very consistently at this moment.
"Gen, if there is anything needed for the Clan Head, just tell us. The entire Police Force will certainly go all out."
"Indeed, if there are any items that need to be collected, I will certainly gather them for the Clan Head."
"That's right—"
"Gen, we're counting on you!"
Second Elder Uchiha Hane and Third Elder Uchiha Kai were the first to state their positions, followed closely by the other clansmen.
While Uchiha Gen responded to them, he was also unceremoniously stating some of the things he wanted.
Some precious medicines and prescriptions were secondary; what he truly wanted was a complete set of advanced medical equipment.
In all of Konoha, only Tsunade's side had managed to barely collect a full set by relying on the power of the Senju Clan.
If Uchiha Gen wanted it for himself, relying on him alone, he might not be able to afford it even after working for Konoha for ten years.
Not to mention that some things couldn't necessarily be bought even with money.
Those who truly had the financial resources and channels to collect all of these had to be organizations of a certain scale.
Ordinary ninja clans and small ninja villages would have to sell everything they owned to do so, and even larger medium-sized ninja clans would be severely strained.
Aside from the Five Great Ninja Villages, only super-elites like the Senju, Uchiha, and Hyuga, who had accumulated thousands of years of heritage and were powerful, could collect them relatively easily.
However, this was still a huge sum of money. Normally, even though Uchiha Gen had gained his current status in the clan, it would be very difficult for him to rely on the family's power to get all these things together.
He was a member of the Uchiha Clan, but the Uchiha did not belong to him. Being able to use a portion of their influence to get a few items that couldn't be obtained elsewhere was already good enough.
But now, under the righteous banner of saving the Clan Head, there was actually a real chance.
At the very least, to show that they cared about the Clan Head's injuries, and that he was working hard, the Third Elder—who was responsible for external intelligence, commercial operations, and internal production—could certainly help him obtain most of it.
In the chaotic crowd, the Great Elder watched Uchiha Gen, who was starting to be surrounded by clansmen, and reached out to tap his cane heavily on the ground. It made a dull but loud sound, drawing the clansmen's attention.
"According to Gen's estimation, the Clan Head will regain consciousness tomorrow. You can come to visit then. At that time, several of us will discuss with the Clan Head how the clan's internal affairs should be conducted during his recovery, and we will also work out a plan for what needs to be done now.
For now, let's disperse. Many of you have just returned from the battlefield; go back and rest, and spend time with your families.
Gen is also tired from treating the Clan Head. It just so happens that Mikoto said she missed you after she came back, so come and sit at my house as well."
The Great Elder waved his hand to dismiss the crowd and then, without allowing any argument, pulled Uchiha Gen along, signaling for him to leave with him quickly.
In the courtyard, the core elites of the Uchiha looked at each other and soon dispersed into several small groups of twos and threes, leaving the area.
Since the Clan Head's injuries could be cured, their covetousness for that position could be set aside for the time being. What was truly important was the power vacuum that would appear during the recovery period, as well as that newly risen powerful junior, Uchiha Gen.