Uchiha Arata nodded thoughtfully at Shisui's analysis.
"Exactly. That's when I'll make my move ...I'll take advantage of the situation to raise a demand.
We'll have the Uchiha clan grounds relocated, somewhere a little farther from Konoha.
The Third Hokage, in order to appease us, will surely agree.
Then, we'll construct our own barrier ... that way, we'll finally be free from the surveillance of the ANBU and Root."
Shisui frowned, voicing his concern.
"But the Third and Danzō aren't fools.
They're cunning and experienced. If I fake my death, there's no way I can fool them both."
Arata's eyes gleamed with an unreadable look.
"The Third and Danzō are indeed sharp men.
And with the various secret techniques possessed by the village clans, if you merely fake your death, there's no way they wouldn't find out."
Shisui fell silent, the calm in his eyes deep as still water.
"…I understand."
Arata continued, his tone firm.
"Besides, Shisui, do you know what your death would bring?"
Shisui looked at him, puzzled. Arata's gaze hardened.
"Our Uchiha clan will not only break free from this crisis… it will also gain another pair of Mangekyō Sharingan."
Shisui immediately caught his meaning.
"Uchiha Itachi?"
Arata nodded. "I've seen glimpses of the future. Because of your death, Itachi awakens the Mangekyō Sharingan.
Judging from his talent, his Sharingan should already be near the peak of the three tomoe.
Considering how deeply he cares for you.....if you were killed for some reason...the chances of his Mangekyō awakening would be extremely high."
Hearing that, Shisui smiled faintly, his expression filled with pride and relief.
"I didn't expect Itachi to be so remarkable. To awaken the Mangekyō even younger than I did… he'll surely become a truly powerful shinobi."
Arata almost rolled his eyes inwardly. Powerful, yes… but far too gullible.
Manipulated by the Third and threatened by Obito, he ended up slaughtering his own clan and parents, carrying unbearable gui
lt and hatred until he died alone.
Itachi's a good person, Arata thought, just burdened with the same madness that runs in all Uchiha trapped inside his own ideals.
Still, Arata didn't want him to end that way. These things would have to be changed slowly, carefully and with extra vigilance against the Third Hokage, perhaps the tragedy could be avoided.
"So," Arata said finally, "for the sake of the Uchiha, and for Itachi's Mangekyō ... I have to ask you to die for real this time, Shisui."
Shisui looked at him earnestly.
"Let me confirm this one more time. There's truly no other way? I must die?"
Arata met his eyes, serious and unflinching.
"This is the best way. Don't worry.
Once you're gone, I'll ensure the Uchiha clan gains every possible advantage.
I won't let another massacre happen.
I'll lead our clan to true glory."
Hearing Arata's unwavering tone, Shisui exhaled slowly, the faintest smile curling on his lips.
"Alright. I'll trust you. But please, make sure my body is protected.
I don't want it to fall into Danzō's hands. Also, keep my Sharingan.
I hope it can help you in the future. My left eye's Kotoamatsukami is still unused ... I'll entrust it to you."
Arata nodded firmly. "Don't worry, Shisui. Take a few days to rest. In a few days, I'll have people leak the news about your Mangekyō awakening.
When that happens, Danzō will definitely come for you.
Be cautious."
Shisui nodded. Having just returned from an outside mission and gone through so much in a single night, even someone as strong as him was feeling drained.
He decided to go home and rest quietly.
Seeing that business was settled and Shisui was preparing to leave, Arata grinned warmly.
"Shisui, we've been busy all night, and we haven't even had breakfast yet.
Come on ...let's grab a bowl of Ic
hiraku Ramen. My treat."
Arata had little choice, really. Though Konoha was a large village, its culinary scene was… limited.
The only decent options were Ichiraku Ramen or Yakiniku.
But seriously, who eats barbecue early in the morning? The shop wouldn't even be open at this hour.
A steaming bowl of ramen topped with extra pork and egg was enough to warm one's spirit and bring a day's worth of energy.
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