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As the Uchiha's sworn enemies, the Senju clan used to be so prosperous, and family celebrations were indispensable every year. But now, the Uchiha clan still holds its celebration annually, while the Senju clan's celebration has almost disappeared, only to be seen in history.
They were the main force in establishing the village and continuously contributed to it, yet now only a few scattered members remain. Can you believe it?
In contrast, the Uchiha clan remains prosperous, while their old rival, the Senju clan, has declined. Besides Tsunade and a few old folks, can you still see other members of the Senju clan in Konoha?
The annual celebration filled the entire Uchiha clan compound with liveliness. All Uchiha members were preparing for this day.
However, this was merely a celebration for the Uchiha clan and had nothing to do with the village. Therefore, besides the Uchiha clan members, no outsiders would be seen, including the village's higher-ups, or even the Third Hokage.
"Hahaha!"
A group of children, dressed in beautiful new clothes, played in the streets. Today, everyone in the compound wore iconic clothing, the meaning of which was clear: to add to the festivity of the Uchiha celebration. On this day, all Uchiha members felt proud.
Returning home, Ronglin changed into clothes bearing the Uchiha crest. Everyone would do the same today, and he was no exception.
After changing into new clothes, influential individuals would bring their families to the ancestral hall to participate in the family meeting and celebration.
Entering the ancestral hall for the family meeting was not something just anyone could do. Otherwise, with so many Uchiha members, the ancestral hall would be directly packed to bursting.
Without a certain status, without the strength of a Special Jonin, you might as well celebrate happily in the compound. The ancestral hall was out of the question.
Even so, the ancestral hall was still overcrowded. Many Uchiha clan members were qualified to participate, and what would it look like with them bringing their families?
Like Ronglin, examples of individuals attending the ancestral hall alone were pitifully few.
If Ronglin were to bring someone with him in the entire Uchiha clan, it would only be Obito. However, Obito needed to take care of his elderly grandmother and couldn't possibly tag along with Ronglin to the ancestral hall.
"That's Uchiha Ronglin."
"I didn't expect him to come to the ancestral hall too."
"Nonsense, don't you know he's always been carrying out various difficult missions, with achievements such as killing multiple Sannin and Elite Jonin? Why wouldn't he be able to participate?"
"Hiss~ That's truly heaven-defying. No wonder the Clan Head put aside his dignity to bring him back to the clan. How old is he?"
Ronglin's arrival naturally caused a stir of discussion, which led to various exclamations.
In the past, people didn't pay much attention, but with everyone gathered, your words became quite extraordinary.
It was then that these Uchiha realized why the Clan Head, despite much opposition, had insisted on making a promise to recruit Ronglin back into the family.
Now it seemed that all the earlier efforts were worth it. The clan had gained a genius. Ronglin was only nine years old; if he continued to grow, how strong would he become?
What did the Uchiha clan lack most now?
Strength, the Uchiha clan did not lack. Although the Kage-level strength was a weakness, it wasn't non-existent. There were still two old figures holding down the fort in the clan. Money was not lacking either, and as for people, it goes without saying. Could you find a clan more prosperous than the Uchiha in Konoha now?
Although the Hyuga clan had always opposed the Uchiha, and the Uchiha had always looked down on the Hyuga clan, population numbers had always been the Hyuga clan's Achilles' heel.
What the Uchiha clan lacked most was—glory and affirmation. The glory here referred to the highest position in the village, not the history of clan development.
Speaking of clan development history, which clan could compare with the Uchiha?
Since the establishment of the village, the Uchiha had never given up their pursuit of the Hokage position. In the early days of the village, Uchiha Madara couldn't contend with Hashirama Senju.
The Uchiha clan could endure and wait because, at that time, the Senju clan was more prosperous and powerful than the Uchiha, and all the major clans in the village supported the Senju.
The Second Hokage position fell into Tobirama Senju's hands, and the Uchiha clan continued to wait. However, when the Third Hokage position fell into the Sarutobi clan's hands, the Uchiha began to get restless.
Hiruzen Sarutobi was good, but don't forget that among the first generation, Uchiha Kagami was also a significant figure. Although he was a disciple of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju,
Tobirama Senju always harbored a suppressive and divisive attitude towards the Uchiha clan, meaning Uchiha Kagami was basically out of contention for the Hokage position.
Now, the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was gradually aging and nearing retirement. Members of all major clans were stirring, and the Uchiha were no exception.
But there was no suitable candidate; this was the Uchiha's dilemma. Thus, Uchiha Fugaku, who had just taken over the family's heavy responsibilities, disregarded all opposition and personally lowered himself to invite Ronglin back to the Uchiha clan.
As long as Ronglin showed sufficient capital, the Uchiha would dare to place their bets on him. Although Uchiha Fugaku had never expressed it, Ronglin was not a fool and had long understood these matters.
Fourth Hokage?
Who could be sure about such things? In the original work, it was Minato Namikaze, but who could say what would happen in the future? There were still some years until the Third Hokage's retirement, and anything was possible.
As for that supreme position, saying he had no thoughts about it at all was a lie. However, Ronglin wouldn't show it too deliberately and also had to consider the Uchiha clan's attitude.
Without enough support to contend for that position, it would only be self-humiliation. So, regarding those declarations of aspiring to be Hokage since childhood, Ronglin merely smiled without speaking.
Ideals are beautiful, but reality is cruel.
"Hey, Uchiha Ronglin, aren't you going to celebrate with everyone?"
Uchiha Diqin's loli-like voice came from his ear. Ronglin, who was currently eating ravenously, looked up.
Today, Uchiha Diqin was dressed very beautifully. Her black long dress fit perfectly, and her delicate face, along with the youthful aura a girl should possess, and her background, made her the type who attracted attention wherever she went.
A group of infatuated Uchiha youths desperately wanted to stick to her, of course, some were more self-aware and had intentions but took no action.
Having shaken off the clingy crowd around her, Uchiha Diqin saw Ronglin eating alone in a corner, completely unwilling to celebrate with others, and couldn't help but walk over.