101 Chapter 101: Return with a Full Load

hello everyone translator here and I've got some bad news. I've translated through chapter 129 and I've gotta say the writing has really dropped off to the point its almost illegible. I spent all weekend on chapter 127 alone trying to untangle and bridge the spaghetti monster that it was with jumbled plotlines, scrambled sentences, jumping from first person to third person perspectives, repeating text, and inconsistent names. Currently I am debating dropping the book altogether as I do not believe I can maintain the hobby level translations I've been doing up to this point while also keeping the same pace of releases if in addition to my current process I have to reconstruct chapters from scratch to make it even barely legible. It just felt like more of a job I'm not getting paid for more than a fun way to read stories I wouldn't have been able to read otherwise and it is becoming more trouble than it is worth. I am thinking of just releasing 5 chapters a day this week, using my stockpile to hold you all over while I attempt to struggle through these horribly written chapters to see if the quality improves somewhat after this rough patch.

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"Dr. Dan" was indeed an exceptional medical ninja.

During this military operation of the Uchiha, there were over twenty severely injured personnel, and more than half of them were pulled back from the brink of death by him.

He preserved important living forces for the Uchiha.

If the biggest contributor to this operation was Uchiha Dan, who captured the spy White Zetsu, proposed the battle plan, and defeated the enemy's strongest force, A, then the second biggest contributor was definitely not Fugaku or Shisui, but "Dr. Dan".

The clan members were now saying,

"The Double Dan" is the strongest combination of the Uchiha.

Unfortunately.

Not only Shisui, but Fugaku also gradually noticed the problem with Dr. Dan.

No matter how sophisticated the transformation technique, it ultimately couldn't deceive the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"Dan, do you know that your doctor friend is actually a woman?" Fugaku asked his brother-in-law in a low voice.

Upon hearing this, Dan glanced at Tsunade, who was resting on the grass due to excessive chakra consumption.

"Of course, I know." He withdrew his gaze and said indifferently.

"Do you know who she really is?" Fugaku asked again, his expression becoming more serious.

Dan remained calm and slowly said:

"You've seen it too, brother-in-law, she is Tsunade."

Tsunade? "Could it be... the legendary Tsunade-sama, one of the Three Legendary Ninjas of Konoha?!" Shisui was shocked and almost couldn't control the volume of his voice.

"Who else could have such top-notch medical skills and be equivalent to a medical team all by herself?"

Dan laughed as he looked at the late-to-realize Shisui.

Fugaku took a deep breath, he was even more curious about how Dan knew Tsunade.

"Dan, you once publicly said at the clan meeting that you learned your superhuman strength from Tsunade. Are you... friends with her?"

Dan shook his head and explained:

"I wouldn't say friends, just that I happened to meet her during one of my outings. We got to know each other through a fight. As for the superhuman strength, I actually copied it with my Sharingan."

After hearing his words, Fugaku and Shisui looked at each other.

From Dan's description, he and Tsunade were not friends, but had even fought.

But what was strange was that Tsunade did not retaliate against Dan after returning to Konoha, and even teamed up with him.

How did Dan do it?

Seeing the expressions of the two, Dan signaled them not to think too much about it, and only asked one question:

"Do you think Tsunade is an enemy of the Uchiha?"

This question made Fugaku and Shisui fall into thought.

Who is the enemy of the Uchiha at the moment?

Obito and Akatsuki, definitely.

Konoha, possibly.

As for Tsunade, the Senju clan she represents was once the biggest rival of the Uchiha. But now, with the extinction of the Senju clan, those grudges have long since vanished.

In fact.

Tsunade is not only not an enemy of the Uchiha, but she could also potentially become a partner of the Uchiha.

Aside from saving many people this time, the subsequent research and transplantation of Hashirama's cells would likely rely on Tsunade for better completion.

"Dan, are you suggesting..."

"Hashirama's cells hold a great allure for Tsunade as well. Using this to keep her around, to help the Uchiha with research, would be a win-win situation."

Dan voiced his thoughts.

After all, if he had to choose, he would definitely prefer Tsunade to perform the transplantation of Hashirama's cells, as this would minimize the risk.

This was the value of Tsunade.

"We understand your point."

Fugaku and Shisui both nodded, finding it reasonable.

If they were to expose Tsunade's true identity, she might refuse to cooperate with the Uchiha due to her status or pride.

Maintaining the status quo, pretending to be blind, was the best way to handle it.

After agreeing with Dan's proposal, Fugaku and Shisui decided not to publicize the matter.

Apart from the three of them, no one else in the clan could see through Tsunade's transformation technique, unless she exposed herself.

After resting.

The Uchiha clan continued on their way, rushing back to their Clan territory at the fastest speed.

Konoha, Uchiha Clan territory.

Samui walked out of the gate of the Uchiha's body modification department.

The renovation work had been busy for the past two days and was ready to open at any time, but the problem was... the boss was missing.

Not just the boss.

Fugaku, the clan head, and other familiar faces of the Uchiha, including Shisui, Hachidai, Inohi, Tetsuhi, and Elder Shana, were all missing.

From the night before last to now, the elite ninjas of the Uchiha clan had collectively disappeared.

Where did they go? What did they do? When will they come back?

Samui had no idea.

She had tried to probe Mikoto subtly, but Mikoto also shook her head, frowning and saying she didn't know.

Since Dan moved back to the Clan territory, Mikoto had stopped attending clan meetings and returned to her life of supporting her husband and teaching her children at home.

This time, the Uchiha's operation did not include her, a former Uchiha Jonin.

Her brother, son, and husband had disappeared for almost two days and hadn't come back, which made Mikoto worry if something had happened.

While the two women were anxiously waiting.

Night fell, and the bright moon slowly rose to the middle of the sky.

At midnight, a cloud covered the moon, darkness enveloped the earth, and one could not see their hand in front of their face.

At this moment, in the woods on the outskirts of Konoha.

With a rustling sound, figures flashed through the woods and entered the Uchiha's Clan territory one after another.

The Uchiha people had returned.

In the open space in the woods near the Naka Shrine.

"This operation must be kept completely confidential. After returning, no one is allowed to talk about it. Pretend to have completely forgotten about these two days. If anyone leaks information, they will be dealt with according to clan rules, with no leniency."

Fugaku said these words with a stern face, waved his hand, and said in a deep voice, "Dismiss."

As his words fell, the clan members silently dispersed, each returning to their homes under the cover of night.

This time.

Thanks to the Uchiha Clan territory being located on the edge of Konoha and forming an independent kingdom of its own.

So this operation maintained a high level of secrecy from beginning to end, without being noticed by the people of Konoha.

"Um... where should I go?"

Guruguru scratched his head, looking lost.

Fugaku looked at Guruguru with a bit of a headache and asked his nephew, "Dan, should we take this guy back to my house?"

Dan shook his head slightly, looked at Shisui, and said, "Isn't Shisui's place quite spacious? He lives in a courtyard by himself, and there are plenty of rooms. I think, let Guruguru live at Shisui's place."

After all, Shisui was a practitioner of the Izanami, and the one person A was least likely to disobey was him.

Having Shisui keep a close eye on Guruguru would put Dan at ease.

"Okay, okay."

A quickly raised his hands in agreement and ran to Shisui's side.

He had an inexplicable trust and fondness for Shisui, while he was quite afraid of Dan, fearing that Dan would raise his fist and punch him.

"..."

Shisui wanted to say something but eventually agreed reluctantly.

So, Guruguru happily followed Shisui, and they left together.

At this time.

Tsunade rubbed her forehead a bit tiredly and said to Fugaku and Dan: "I'm a bit tired, I want to go back to the inn to rest, and by the way, check on my maid."

Upon hearing this, Fugaku's expression became serious, and as the head of the Uchiha clan, he formally thanked Tsunade: "Thank you for your hard work. This time you risked your life to fight alongside the Uchiha, and you saved many clan members' lives. This kindness will be remembered by the Uchiha...

"Keep it in mind. Your payment will be delivered tomorrow."

"Heh heh."

Tsunade responded with a smile, very politely, "There's no rush for the payment. I know that the Uchiha clan just resigned from the police force, losing your source of income. It must be tough..."

She finished speaking but didn't move, as if she was waiting for something.

Seeing this, Dan didn't keep Tsunade hanging and directly invited her:

"We found Uchiha Madara's research results inside the Mountain Graveyard. It's about the cultivation and transplantation of Hashirama's cells. If you're interested, why not join the Uchiha research team? After all, we urgently need a professional medical ninja to provide help in this area."

After speaking, he extended a hand to Tsunade.

Tsunade looked at Dan, her eyes flickering for a moment.

She was not a slow-witted fool.

From some details, she realized that her identity might have been seen through by the other party.

What surprised Tsunade was that even knowing she was Tsunade, the Uchiha clan was still willing to cooperate with her and research Hashirama's cells together.

In that case.

"Alright, it would be my honor."

Without much hesitation, Tsunade readily agreed and completed the handshake ceremony with Dan.

She was just that straightforward.

Fugaku added to Tsunade:

"Please help the Uchiha clan keep the matter of Hashirama's cells a secret. Of course, we will also keep your secret."

What secret to keep? Fugaku didn't specify.

"Of course."

Tsunade nodded, understanding what Fugaku meant.

Under the gaze of Dan and Fugaku, Tsunade also left.

"Dan, we should also go back soon. Your sister is probably worried sick by now."

Fugaku finally said to his brother-in-law with a wry smile.

He could already imagine the scene of his wife's fury when he got home.

Dan, however, gave Fugaku a look. The latter turned around and found Itachi supporting Uchiha Izumi.

"Father, I want to take Izumi home first. She's injured and can't move around on her own."

Itachi carefully asked Fugaku for permission.

In this operation, due to her lack of combat experience, Izumi was ultimately unable to avoid getting injured. Fortunately, the injury was not severe, and she should be fine after a period of rest.

Dan suddenly spoke: "If I remember correctly, Izumi lost her parents in the Nine-Tails attack when she was five, and now she lives alone, right? This little girl is a genius, but also quite pitiful. Brother-in-law, do you have any spare rooms at home?"

Upon hearing this, Fugaku understood Dan's meaning and nodded with a smile, "Of course, the clan head's house is the largest in the clan."

"Then let Izumi stay at the clan head's house for a while and let Itachi take care of her."

Dan looked at his nephew and said so.

"Uncle..." Itachi looked astonished.

He didn't expect that his uncle, who usually just beat him up when he was free, also had such a warm and kind side.

His uncle always gave him a stick, then fed him a sweet date, as if he was deliberately...

Training him like a dog. Itachi came back to his senses, didn't think too much about it for the time being, and turned to ask Izumi, "Would you... like to come to my house?"

"Um."

Izumi nodded shyly, then bowed to the two adults to thank them, "Thank you, Clan Head, thank you, Director."

And so.The group of four quickly returned home. As soon as they entered the door, Mikoto, Samui, and Sasuke all came to greet them.

Seeing that their men were all intact, Mikoto finally let her worried heart rest. But she didn't let Fugaku off easily, grabbing her husband and giving him a good scolding.

Fugaku smiled wryly, completely losing his clan head's demeanor in front of his wife.

"Dan, where have you been? I was... worried about you." Samui said softly, shyly lowering her head.

"Really? I don't believe it." Dan asked.

"Of course it's true." Samui quickly said, seeming a bit flustered.

However, Dan didn't initiate the conversation, and she didn't dare to ask more, fearing it would arouse his suspicion.

"Brother." Sasuke was initially very happy to see Itachi, but when he saw his brother supporting Izumi, he felt a sudden inexplicable annoyance.

So he pouted. "Sasuke, I'll take Izumi to the room first, and after I help her settle down, I'll play with you." Itachi gently patted his little brother's head, comforting him softly.

Next, the big family ate dinner, took baths, changed clothes.

Then they went to sleep with their own thoughts.

A quiet night.

The next morning.

The Uchiha Clan territory, which had been silent for two days, seemed to become lively again.

On the street, clan members would occasionally reveal mysterious smiles when they met.

The Uchihas who had sacrificed in this military operation were given a low-key funeral by the clan, and Clan Head Fugaku personally went to each family to comfort them.

By the afternoon, the former police department building, now the Uchiha Muscle Transformation Department, was finally renovated and reopened.

Many clan members came to support, even setting off firecrackers to celebrate.

"Director, say a few words." Someone in the crowd started a chant, asking Dan to give a speech.

Amid the expectant looks of the crowd. Dan stood in front of the Muscle Transformation Department's gate, solemnly telling them: "Remember, family, friends, and even women can deceive you, but your muscles never will. The more you give to them, the more they give back to you. Only muscles are the only thing you can trust."

As his words fell, there was silence. Everyone looked at each other. "Well said!" Someone shouted, and the rest of the people finally came back to their senses, cheering in agreement.

Truly wise words.

After the Muscle Transformation Department's relocation and expansion, Samui couldn't handle everything alone, so Dan hired several new employees.

And from today on.

Samui officially transitioned from the front desk to a fitness coach.

The two also moved out of the clan head's house and into the new Muscle Transformation Department. The happiest ones to see their terrifying uncle leave were Itachi and Sasuke. The two brothers were grinning from ear to ear.

Then, as before.

The Uchiha ninjas flooded into the gym, shouting the slogan of muscle transformation, and began to exercise enthusiastically.

It was as if nothing had happened at all.

But when night fell.

Nearly a hundred elite Uchihas quietly set out again, gathering in the secret chamber of the Naka Shrine.

Here clan head Fugaku reviewed and summarized this military operation.

In the process of attacking the Mountain Graveyard.

Although the Uchiha clan suffered heavy losses, many clan members also stimulated their potential and made breakthroughs in the midst of battle, resulting in several more sets of Mangekyou Sharingan within the clan.

The Sharingan of those who died were collected and could continue to be used.

The only regret was.

No new Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan were born.

This shows.

Awakening the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan is really difficult, it's not just about losing a companion or a loved one.

In addition to intense emotional stimulation, in the final analysis, it still requires the person who opens the eye to have an outstanding Yin Release talent.