Tsunade had just taken office, and there were many things waiting for her to handle.
Especially the Uchiha clan.
The inheritances were already troublesome enough, and there were also compensations for the victims.
Konoha Village publicly claimed that Itachi Uchiha had killed all the clan members.
In other words, the Uchiha clan had not staged a rebellion.
Since that was the case, compensation had to be given to the innocent victims to appease the public.
Moreover, the disappearances of Mikoto Uchiha and others also required manpower to investigate.
Fortunately, Hiruzen Sarutobi had already had an argument with Danzo Shimura.
Otherwise, the discussion about accommodating Sasuke Uchiha would have taken a long time.
Natsume got a headache just thinking about it.
Previously, he had even thought about becoming the Hokage.
Now, he realized that it was indeed more appropriate for a man to be the Hokage.
However, Tsunade was one of his own, and he couldn't let her work so hard.
He had to find some helpers.
Besides, if she was so tired at work, how could she have the energy to play with him after work?
In the Daimyo's Mansion of the Land of Waves.
Natsume appeared in Mikoto Uchiha's room.
He gave her a Flying Thunder God[b]Flying Thunder God[/b] ring.
Previously, he gave tokens, but they were not convenient enough, so he later switched to rings.
Of course, not everyone had one.
Basically, only those with the strength or potential to join his organization would be given one.
Natsume found that his action was inadvertently similar to that of the 'Overlord of Bones' in a certain fictional story.
But that was just a fictional story, and he was different.
In this aspect, he was superior.
"What are you looking at?"
Natsume asked casually as he sat down opposite her.
"It's about Ninjutsu and Genjutsu."
Mikoto Uchiha was a little surprised by his sudden appearance.
But then she thought of the ring he had given her and regained her usual gentleness.
"I've advanced to the Three - Tomoe Sharingan[b]Three - Tomoe Sharingan[/b]. I can now try the Ninjutsu and Genjutsu that I couldn't learn before."
"That makes sense."
Natsume nodded.
Mikoto Uchiha's talent was actually quite average.
Even after witnessing Itachi Uchiha kill Fugaku Uchiha, she had only barely awakened the Three - Tomoe Sharingan[b]Three - Tomoe Sharingan[/b].
This showed that her foundation was not very good.
If her foundation had been good enough, she might have advanced to the Mangekyo Sharingan[b]Mangekyo Sharingan[/b] all at once, just like Obito Uchiha.
Fortunately, Natsume now had many ways to make up for the shortcomings in her body.
"Did you come today to take me to see Sasuke?"
Mikoto Uchiha thought of Sasuke and lost interest in reading. She looked at him with expectant eyes.
"Tsunade succeeded as the Fifth Hokage today."
Natsume didn't answer the question directly, but Mikoto Uchiha already understood.
A happy smile appeared on her calm face.
She didn't realize that Natsume had called Tsunade by her first name instead of "teacher" as he used to.
This was a signal.
In Natsume's view, Mikoto Uchiha was similar to Ena Uzumaki, the kind of person who could be easily influenced.
"Aunt Mikoto, I'll ask you one last time. Awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan[b]Mangekyo Sharingan[/b] will be extremely painful. Are you really determined?"
His face was serious as he asked, "If you're not willing, you can stop now."
"Yes, I'm willing."
Mikoto Uchiha took a deep breath and said, "As a mother, I can't let Sasuke bear all the hatred alone."
"You have the right mindset. You'll surely awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan."
Natsume noticed the determination beneath her gentle and delicate demeanor and couldn't help but nod.
"Thank you."
Mikoto Uchiha showed that kind and considerate smile again.
"Don't resist. I'll take you to see Sasuke."
Natsume stood up, reached out his hand, and grabbed her shoulder.
He performed the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
The two of them appeared on the school rooftop.
The rooftop is a magical place.
All sorts of things happen here.
"Are you okay?"
Natsume looked at her uncomfortable expression and asked.
"I'm fine."
Mikoto Uchiha immediately let go of his arm and said, "Sorry, I just wasn't used to it."
"That's normal."
Natsume walked to the railing, pointed at the distant classroom, and said, "Once you awaken the Sharingan, you'll be able to see Sasuke by the window."
"Can't I contact him?"
Mikoto Uchiha felt a bit disappointed and asked.
"No."
Natsume shook his head and explained, "Sasuke is holding his breath now, which will help him improve quickly. Do you understand?"
Mikoto Uchiha didn't say anything else. She awakened the Three - Tomoe Sharingan.
Although its range wasn't as wide as the Byakugan, it could easily cover this distance of dozens of meters.
A smile immediately appeared on her face.
Only after seeing Sasuke Uchiha in person did she finally feel at ease.
But the next moment, her pupils dilated sharply, and she showed a surprised expression.
Natsume hugged her from behind.
The masculine and youthful aura made her face suddenly flush and she panicked.
Mikoto Uchiha struggled to break free, but her delicate hands were grabbed.
"Aunt Mikoto, you said you were willing to pay any price to awaken the Sharingan?"
Natsume blew air into her ear and said, "Only this can make you have a strong emotional fluctuation."
"But... but..."
A conservative woman like Mikoto Uchiha had never encountered such a situation and showed extreme panic.
"There's no 'but'. Were the words you said earlier all lies?"
As Natsume spoke, he skillfully slid his hand inside.
Through the fabric, he could feel the smooth and delicate touch of her skin.
"What... what are you doing?!"
Mikoto Uchiha widened her eyes in disbelief.
This part isn't over yet. More exciting stuff ahead!
"To help you awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan."
Natsume squinted his eyes and said, "I'm a man who values integrity the most. Since you've made a request, I'll naturally fulfill it."
"No... I don't..."
Mikoto Uchiha couldn't help but tremble, and her Sharingan also trembled.
"Look, it's having an effect."
Natsume, who had the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, could clearly feel the increase in her pupil power.
Although it wasn't enough for evolution, it undoubtedly proved the correctness of his method.
Hearing this, blushing Mikoto Uchiha was instantly stunned.
It does seem different indeed.
"Shh, keep your voice down."
Natsume threatened her and said, "This is the school rooftop. Students often come up here. Maybe there's someone you know."
At that moment, the tension in Mikoto Uchiha's heart peaked, causing her to stagger a bit.
If Natsume hadn't held her, she might have fallen to the ground.
Mikoto Uchiha bit her lip tightly and finally let out a long sigh of relief.
"Aunt Mikoto, it's pouring rain," Natsume said casually as he took out an umbrella. But he was still a step too late.
He held out his rain - soaked right hand in front of Mikoto Uchiha.
"…"
Mikoto Uchiha felt a surge of bitterness and grievances and shed tears.
Natsume lowered his head and pressed his lips against her tender lips.
Mikoto Uchiha's mind went blank. She was at a loss.
She could only act rather passively and awkwardly.
After a long time, she came to her senses.
"Enough!"
Mikoto Uchiha was furious.
"Alright, that's enough for today," Natsume said with an indifferent smile. "But in just that short while, your pupil power has increased a lot."
Mikoto Uchiha's face gradually fell silent again.
"Everything comes with a price," Natsume looked at her and said slowly. "There's no such thing as achieving success overnight. What do you think, Aunt Mikoto?"
He reached out his hand and stroked her long black hair as if she were a pet.
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