Chapter 61 Retiring in Peacetime (10) The Brother-Obsessed Brother's Heaven...

Something's not quite right about this world.

Obito Uchiha felt as if he had slept for a whole century.

"What is that?!" After walking through the modern, clean streets, Obito Uchiha pointed at the tall building, his expression one of shock.

"Are you blind? There's such a big Guard Department logo on it." Uchiha Senma said, then suddenly realized, "Oh, I forgot, puppies can't see very high places."

"Is this still the Konoha I remember?!" Obito Uchiha completely ignored the venomous words spoken through the fan. "Are you sure I've only been dead for a year?!"

“Don’t underestimate the infrastructure capabilities of ninjas.” Uchiha Senma sneered. “If we wanted to, we could build the entire ninja world in less than a year. Chakra is the purest and most natural energy source. Ninjas who can wield it can be a natural disaster that destroys everything, or they can be the strongest infrastructure machines.”

The reason why it took so long to modify the arena was simply because we were stuck on technical and technological issues. It was also an attempt by Uchiha Osaka, and fortunately, the final result was gratifying.

Therefore, Uchiha Osaka gave Orochimaru a chance to live—to be honest, if Orochimaru hadn't cooperated, he wouldn't have minded killing him and then resurrecting him using the Impure World Reincarnation technique.

Now, with Tobirama Senju's cooperation, his practical skills far exceeded Osamu Uchiha's imagination. After realizing that the infrastructure construction speed could not keep up with the influx of the Xilin people, he directly suggested that his older brother be pulled out of the Pure Land to work, because Kagami—now known as Yamato Senju—could not hold on any longer. Every day, he had to drain his chakra until only a trace remained, and the child was no longer able to continue.

As for why Senju Takeya wasn't allowed to build the house, it's because Senju Takeya's Wood Release plants can only transform into treehouses, and these treehouses are completely alive and conscious. This is somewhat hellish for others, as it's like being constantly monitored by a Wood Release user, with absolutely no privacy.

Led by Uchiha Osaka, Obito Uchiha entered the new building of the police department and discovered that there were no longer only Uchiha ninjas working in the police department. In addition to civilian ninjas, Obito recognized Nara, Aburame, and Hyuga. They were all doing their jobs and were in their respective positions according to their strengths.

Obito Uchiha curiously surveyed the technologically advanced and exceptionally clean and bright police department lobby, then followed Ogima Uchiha into the elevator that took them directly to the top floor.

The entire top floor is the office of the police chief. Floor-to-ceiling windows make the chief's office look even cleaner and brighter, and the view of Konoha is unobstructed outside the windows.

The chair behind the desk, facing the floor-to-ceiling window, slowly turned around, and as the chair spun, a figure even smaller than Uchiha Osaka came into Obito's view—Uchiha Itachi.

Uchiha Itachi held a baby crow in his arms. The little crow, whose feathers had just grown in, nimbly jumped onto the back of the chair and stood with an extremely upright and solemn posture, its dark, round eyes staring sharply at Uchiha Obito.

"Itachi?!" Obito Uchiha couldn't believe that Itachi Uchiha was sitting in this seat. "Don't tell me you're the head of the police department now!"

“Yes, I am the head of the police department.” Itachi Uchiha said solemnly, “I will take over the things that Brother Ogima does not want to do. Any criminals who violate the order and deviate from the law will be punished and punished under the management of the new order. It is my duty and responsibility to protect peace and security and ensure the tranquility of the living environment of Konoha residents.”

Because of what Uchiha Osaka once said, Uchiha Itachi was determined to control the criminal behavior of ninjas and do his best to eliminate the situation of ninjas bullying the weak, so as to give ordinary people a safer living environment. Therefore, after his father stepped down from the position of clan leader and the position of police chief, he gladly took over the position and work of police chief from Uchiha Osaka.

At first, he was a bit flustered and didn't know how to handle many things, but with the help of Senma and Shisui (Uchiha Fugaku: What about me?), he got the hang of the job in no time. Thinking back, he really troubled Senma and Shisui for quite a while (Uchiha Fugaku: So what about me?).

For offenders, the police department's behavior is no different from that of a thug. As long as you have committed a crime and are discovered, even if you are at home on the toilet, police officers can suddenly kick down your toilet wall and take you away.

Obito Uchiha: ? ? ?

Is this really the kind of aura a young Uchiha should have at this age?! Are all Uchiha born after him blessed with a genius buff?! If he remembers correctly, Itachi Uchiha is only 5 years old this year, right? God, don't go too far!

"I brought you some dumplings." Uchiha Senma said, taking out a box of three-colored dumplings from somewhere.

"Genma-nii is the best!" Itachi Uchiha's expression softened instantly. The straight-haired little boy jumped off the chair with an adorable smile and pounced on Uchiha Genma. Then he looked at Uchiha Obito and said, "Long time no see, Uncle Obito. Hmm... the radish leaf rabbit ears suit you very well."

"Long time no see, Itachi." Obito Uchiha was inwardly weeping. Could someone as young as him already be called "uncle"? He was still just a vibrant young man! He and Itachi were only nine years apart in age; shouldn't he be calling him "older brother"?

Uchiha Osaka handed the dumpling to his adorable younger brother, giving Uchiha Obito a disdainful look, "From now on, you'll be working with Itachi."

Could Obito Uchiha say no? Of course not.

"It's been a year, and Uncle Obito's butt has gotten so perky," Itachi Uchiha said in an innocent tone. "It's even perkier than my dad's."

Obito Uchiha: So filial! Itachi!

"Oh, because I gave him that Uchiha treasure." Uchiha Senji patted his younger brother's head. "After all, he's too weak and needs some defensive measures. Next time there are falling rocks, even the biggest ones can be caught with this perky butt."

"What do you mean by 'lifting it up with your butt'? That image is so weird!" Obito Uchiha complained from the bottom of his heart. "Do you think I want to wear it?! If I take it off, I'll get beaten up by you, you devil!"

“I see. Since it’s Senma-nii’s decision, it must be the most suitable one.” Uchiha Itachi nodded in deep agreement. “Where does Senma-nii want to put Uncle Obito in? If it’s an office job, Uncle Obito is a bit silly and not very suitable. But if it’s the law enforcement team, he’s a bit weak. How about assigning him to the security team? I remember Uncle Obito was very popular with the grandparents.”

"Why aren't you saying anything about Ogima, Itachi! And it's so cruel! Your words are so cruel!" Obito Uchiha's heart sank. "And I'm not weak right now!"

Itachi Uchiha looked at Obito Uchiha with confusion, then his three-tomoe eyes flashed, and he suddenly realized: "Uncle Obito has indeed become stronger. The sheer volume of his chakra is now comparable to half... well, a third of Ogima-kun! This kind of chakra—it's Wood Release, right? It feels somewhat similar to Takeya-kun's. Uncle Obito, you could say this is a blessing in disguise! Congratulations!"

Although Itachi Uchiha, as the son of the clan leader, knew Senju Takeya's true identity, he still naturally called him "brother." Compared to the thoughts and considerations of his elders, he cared more about Takeya's thoughts. If he respected and distanced himself from Takeya because of this, wouldn't Takeya be too lonely?

Uchiha Itachi only wanted his brothers to be happy, and he believed that the best future would be one where his brothers could genuinely smile.

After reflecting on his actions, Itachi Uchiha fully radiated the brilliance of an angelic younger brother.

However, Obito Uchiha, who was called "uncle," was not illuminated by the angelic younger brother's radiance at all. He was in excruciating pain after being hit by several arrows.

Is it even comparable to one-third of Uchiha Senma's power? Just how monstrous does Uchiha Senma have to be to stop?!

"This guy can now be considered a Wood Release user, even more so than Yamato, since his body was restored by the life-giving leaf of the Mountain God." Uchiha Senma barely managed to say something for Uchiha Obito. "He would be perfectly qualified to be a captain in the enforcement team."

"I understand." Itachi Uchiha nodded, then stepped forward and handed a string of three-colored dumplings to Obito Uchiha. "Uncle Obito, welcome back! Please take care of me from now on!"

“Little Itachi—” Obito Uchiha accepted the three-colored dumpling with emotion.

That's great! Itachi wasn't completely turned into a little devil by that heartless devil, Ogima!

"Don't take what Senma-nii said too seriously, Uncle Obito. Senma-nii actually values ​​you a lot," Itachi Uchiha explained to Senma Uchiha.

"Really?" Obito Uchiha looked very doubtful.

“After all, none of the other Uchiha have received the same treatment as you, Uncle Obito, being supervised and disciplined like that by Senma-nii.” Uchiha Itachi smiled brightly, his smile soft and beautiful. “Senma-nii was just disappointed in you. Uncle Obito, you are talented!”

Obito Uchiha looked at Senjiro Uchiha incredulously, "Are you a tsundere or something?!"

"Yeah, a guy without talent doesn't even deserve to be a dog." Uchiha Osaka grinned. "So hurry up and awaken your Mangekyou Sharingan, you loser. My Shisui and Itachi have both awakened their Mangekyou Sharingan."

Obito Uchiha: ...?

Obito Uchiha: ? !!! !

Obito Uchiha: "Mangekyou Sharingan?!?"

Itachi Uchiha's smile remained as gentle and beautiful as ever, but the three tomoe swirling in his curved eyes had transformed into the shape of a kaleidoscope. "Awakening the Sharingan is actually quite simple. Uncle Obito can give it a try too."

Itachi Uchiha's Mangekyou Sharingan transformation was indeed relatively simple.

After Uchiha Shisui awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, Uchiha Itachi feared being left far behind by his brothers and becoming someone who needed protection. So, after thinking about it seriously for a few days, he asked Uchiha Ogima for help.

For an Uchiha to awaken their Mangekyou Sharingan, simply put, they need a sufficiently large amount of extreme negative emotional stimulation. However, in this peaceful era, to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan without loss in a stable environment, they would need to rely on some external force, such as an extremely realistic genjutsu.

Itachi Uchiha knew that if he waited until he grew up, his mind became more determined and mature, his strength increased, and his resistance to genjutsu improved, it would be even more difficult for him to awaken his Sharingan.

Itachi Uchiha's decision was so calm and decisive that Osaka Uchiha agreed immediately after knowing that it was the result of his careful consideration.

Anyone who wants to protect someone or something will inevitably want to pursue greater power. Everyone has a fear of insufficient firepower, not to mention that Itachi Uchiha seems to be born with the nature of sacrificing himself to protect those he cares about.

—Blessed by the mountain god of Mount Kirin, Itachi Uchiha awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan in one go within the nightmare set up by Senma Uchiha, just as Senma Uchiha had predicted: Tsukuyomi in his left eye and Amaterasu in his right eye.

Even after hundreds of years, no matter how diluted the power left by the mountain god of Xilin Mountain may be, it will still provide assistance to the Uchiha at the most critical moments and protect their body and mind. Otherwise, the Uchiha would often have to go through even more cruel and desperate things to awaken their Sharingan.

What awakened Itachi Uchiha's Mangekyou Sharingan in that nightmare was not the massacre of his clan under the blood moon, but the powerlessness to change that tragedy, the sorrow of being unable to protect those he cared about, and his disapproval and anger towards such a foolish and hopeless world.

Rather, it's more accurate to say that when Itachi realized that Takeya and Ogima never existed in the nightmare world, and that Shisui had been murdered by Danzo, he had already fallen into an unacceptable madness, wishing he could immediately kill the version of himself in the nightmare who had wiped out his clan to end the nightmare and leave that despairing world.

There's no need to go into detail about this to Obito Uchiha. Just thinking about it already makes Itachi Uchiha furious. In his eyes, the only real strongmen are Takeya and Ogima. Itachi Uchiha simply cannot understand why he chose to listen to the Third Hokage and Danzo in his nightmare. Why didn't he let Shisui control one with Kotoamatsukami and take things slowly?

There's a wicked old man in Konoha! Ogima-kun is right! An old man who doesn't die is a thief!

"Otherwise, how do you think Itachi became the head of the police department? Just because he's my younger brother and the son of the former clan leader?" Uchiha Senji said sarcastically. "In the Uchiha clan, everything is based on strength. My younger brother will always stand upright in his rightful place."

Obito Uchiha lowered his eyes, his gaze darkening. After a moment of silence, he said firmly, "Help me."

If he possessed greater power, he wouldn't have caused Kakashi and Rin so much heartache a year ago. He could have protected those important to him like Ogima did, and even created a stable and happy environment for them.

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Author's Note: We're about to start setting up the timeline, so get ready! It'll be very soon!