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The Uchiha Clan had arrived.
When the news broke that day, the entirety of Kirigakure erupted into chaos.
Everyone was eager to witness for themselves the famed Uchiha Clan—once the most powerful and prestigious family in Konoha—now making their way to live among them in the Mist. After all, they'd be sharing the same village from now on. How could they not care?
And so, this scene unfolded.
Before the Uchiha Clan even set foot in the village, a crowd had already formed at the gates—villagers packed tightly together, jostling for space, hoping to catch a glimpse. Among them were the major families of Kirigakure, all gathered in anticipation.
Anyone with half a brain could tell: with the Uchiha joining the village and a new Guard Department being established, their status would skyrocket—fast.
Not to mention Uchiha Haru—the terrifyingly powerful figure whose strength alone made most people shudder. The fact that he would be leading the Guard Department? That made building a relationship with the clan not just smart, but absolutely necessary.
So, not only did Mei Terumi's faction and the Kaguya Clan send their people, but even those in the opposition reluctantly showed up to offer greetings.
There was still time before the official ceremony began.
Let's not talk about the top brass—the Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi, Clan Leader Kaguya, and Elder Genji—who stood with grace and composure as representatives of Kirigakure. They wouldn't say anything foolish at such a public event.
But the ordinary villagers?
They were a different story.
Grouped in clusters of three or five, they chatted excitedly.
"Have you heard? The Uchiha are joining Kirigakure and will be setting up our new Police Department!"
"Of course I've heard! It's huge news!"
"I also heard that back in Konoha, the Uchiha managed the Police Force. But for some reason, the entire clan ended up leaving!"
"Yeah, I know that too. Something major must've gone down. The Uchiha have been Konoha's largest clan since its founding. They wouldn't leave without a reason."
The villagers gossiped endlessly about the Uchiha's past. Most were particularly curious why the clan would suddenly leave Konoha.
But no one really had an answer.
After the failed Uchiha extermination, the Third Hokage had been forced to fabricate a half-believable story with loopholes big enough to drive a cart through. It was barely enough to pacify the villagers in Konoha—let alone outsiders.
And since the matter had become a scandal—both for Konoha and the Uchiha—no one dared talk about it openly.
Outsiders only knew that the Uchiha left Konoha. As for why? No one could say for sure.
Kirigakure's isolation didn't help. Surrounded by ocean, and once smothered under the blood-soaked regime of the Fourth Mizukage—manipulated by the masked man—the village had long been cut off from the rest of the world. Even the rumors they were discussing now had only begun circulating recently.
So, while people chatted about why the Uchiha had left Konoha, they gradually lost interest due to the lack of concrete answers and shifted to something more immediate:
What had happened to the Uchiha since they left?
And what would their arrival mean for Kirigakure?
Compared to their curiosity about the past, these new questions hit closer to home. And once raised, they sparked an even louder wave of discussion.
"The Uchiha must've had it rough. Leaving Konoha so suddenly, wandering without a base for so long... How could they be living well?"
"Sounds like we're about to help the poor again."
This was a popular take—and not entirely without merit.
Anyone would assume a clan that left its homeland so suddenly couldn't possibly be thriving. Common sense dictated that life had been hard for them.
And now they were moving in. People cared—deeply.
Maybe the money to help them wasn't coming directly from the villagers' pockets, but from the village treasury.
But let's not pretend the villagers were clueless.
That treasury? It was funded by taxes. Their taxes.
So yeah—it was their money.
Many were annoyed.
Since Mei Terumi took office, Kirigakure had begun embracing more moderate reforms. Life had just started improving. And now they were being asked to dip into resources to support a clan of newcomers?
Still, not everyone saw it that way.
"The Uchiha are still the biggest clan from Konoha. A lean camel is bigger than a horse. Even if they hit a rough patch, they won't be completely destitute."
"Besides, with them joining us, Kirigakure's strength will rise. We'll benefit in the long run."
A few supported this view, though they were clearly outnumbered.
But one thing everyone could agree on: the Uchiha Clan's arrival would undeniably boost Kirigakure's overall strength.
Even the simplest villager knew how terrifying the Sharingan was.
That said, not all thoughts were hopeful.
Many voiced concerns over the new Police Department being formed by the Uchiha.
Before this, Kirigakure had its own law enforcement agencies—but many were corrupt. They extorted the weak, avoided the strong, and generally did more harm than good.
Just hearing the name of those departments made some villagers grit their teeth.
No one knew what to expect from the Uchiha's version. Opinions were mixed.
But one thing was clear: the villagers were deeply invested, both excited and nervous.
Their conversations shifted again.
Debates arose about which clan was stronger—the Uchiha of Konoha or the Kaguya of Kirigakure?
And who exactly was Uchiha Haru, this new Minister of the Police Department? Was there any hidden relationship between him and their beautiful Fifth Mizukage?
Everyone had a theory.
Unbeknownst to them, time had passed.
Soon, the Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi arrived, flanked by Kaguya Clan Leader and Elder Genji—three of the most powerful figures in the village.
And of course, Uchiha Haru stood among them.
As the true backbone of the Uchiha Clan, he would never miss such an occasion.
His appearance instantly caused a stir.
Especially since it was rare to see him in person.
Most people had only heard stories of Haru. Seeing him now for the first time, many were left breathless.
Cheers erupted.
The reason was simple: the man was absurdly handsome.
His face was flawless—so exquisite it looked like a master artist had painted him.
People couldn't look away.
Even the normally cold-faced Kaguya Clan Leader allowed a faint smile.
He approved of this.
Even as a man, he had to admit—Uchiha Haru was striking.
Elder Genji sighed inwardly. Time really does weather people.
Thirty years ago, he too had... no, let's not kid ourselves. He was never this handsome.
Mei Terumi furrowed her brows, trying to hide her discomfort.
Was it really that serious?
Were people really this obsessed?
She conveniently forgot how stunned she'd been the first time she met Haru—frozen in place, unable to even speak.
Not long after the major figures arrived, the Uchiha Clan did too.
Kirigakure, being a coastal village, served as a port.
People turned their eyes to the sea.
Slowly, a black dot appeared on the horizon, growing larger by the second.
"The Uchiha Clan is here!"
Though still distant, someone recognized the clan crest fluttering on the approaching ship.
At once, the crowd surged forward to get a better look.
The vessel cut through the waves and soon docked at the harbor. As it did, jaws dropped.
The ship was enormous—luxurious beyond anything the villagers had ever seen.
It could easily house hundreds.
The fact that the Uchiha had traveled on such a ship left everyone stunned.
Some who had previously said the Uchiha were probably broke now found themselves choking on their own words.
Seriously—who travels on a floating palace if they're homeless?
A few stubborn ones still muttered excuses.
"Who says it's theirs? Maybe Kirigakure rented it for them."
But no one paid attention to them anymore.
All eyes were on the Uchiha Clan.
As they disembarked, they rushed toward Haru.
"Haru!"
The elder among them looked around at the lively crowd and greeted him with a wide smile.
As expected, following Haru's lead had been the right choice.
In such a short time, they had gained the approval of Kirigakure and secured the establishment of a new Police Department—just like in Konoha.
What once felt like a dream had become reality.
"Great Elder, was the journey smooth?" Haru asked.
"Everything went smoothly! No trouble at all," the elder replied warmly.
Then, Haru turned and introduced the Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi, Clan Leader Kaguya, and Elder Genji—three of the most influential people in the Hidden Mist Village—to his clan.
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