#95 - Mikoto's room for maneuver before marriage
Mikoto had never seen any Uchiha visit Kiyoshi.
"We need to find a way to deepen Kiyoshi's bond with the Uchiha, otherwise, will Kiyoshi be loyal to Konoha or the Uchiha?"
Fugaku frowned slightly.
Such examples are not uncommon.
Uchiha Kagami is seen as a hero with the Will of Fire by outsiders.
Within the Uchiha clan, these actions are no different from those of a lackey.
"Okay, I will investigate thoroughly."
Mikoto nodded gently, a few strands of her straight long hair falling to her chest.
She exchanged a few more pleasantries with Fugaku and then took her leave.
Before officially confirming a romantic relationship, basic etiquette must be maintained.
Otherwise, other clansmen would gossip.
The always traditional Mikoto also holds traditional views on this.
"Go back."
Fugaku nodded, watching Mikoto leave.
He was increasingly satisfied with Mikoto.
Where else could he find such a virtuous and Yamato Nadeshiko-like woman?
............
The next day.
Uchiha Hazuki kept her promise and brought two genjutsu scrolls from home, handing them to Kiyoshi before leaving directly.
As if she didn't want to stay here for even a moment.
Kiyoshi didn't mind, there would be plenty of time to interact in the future.
And there are many ways to connect.
He opened the genjutsu scroll in his hand, looking at the words on it.
He told Uchiha Hazuki not to send just one scroll, but she only sent two.
Kiyoshi felt that this should be all she had.
The basic ability of the Sharingan is "Hypnotic Eye," and such basic genjutsu is enough to deal with many situations.
Most clansmen put their energy into practicing Fire Release ninjutsu, refining their skills.
There are also some who practice Lightning Release, but the proportion is not large.
But it is still much more than other Wind Release, Water Release, and other ninjutsu.
It is the second most practiced ninjutsu besides Fire Release.
"Let's start with this genjutsu scroll."
Kiyoshi closed the door and turned to go to the inner room.
The two scrolls that Uchiha Hazuki gave were the D-rank genjutsu "Demonic Illusion: Smokescreen Technique" and the C-rank genjutsu "Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique."
"Demonic Illusion: Smokescreen Technique" can吐出一口烟雾 (tǔ chū yī kǒu yānmù - spew out a mouthful of smoke), which can distort light, creating the effect of a smoke bomb.
It can be said that if there is enough chakra, this genjutsu can be used as a means to confuse the enemy and escape.
It's just that the effect is not as good as a real smoke bomb, it will be worse, and it is generally used to confuse ninjas who are weak in genjutsu.
The second is "Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique."
It is a close-range auxiliary genjutsu, with an effect between zero and five meters.
It is a genjutsu used to make the opponent mistake one place for another.
That is to say, it can construct a genjutsu illusion within a range of five meters, making it impossible for others to recognize the location.
When Kiyoshi went to take the written test with Yuhi Kurenai and Sarutobi Asuma, the two ninjas who blocked the door used "Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique."
Although it is not suitable for people who are proficient in genjutsu, as the ninja's "Illusion" value increases, the power and range of this technique can also increase.
Hmm...
Such a technique, even if used to fool others to their faces, wouldn't be discovered, right?
Kiyoshi thought of this.
Of course, this is just a thought. At this stage, his genjutsu ability is not strong, only having an advantage among ordinary ninjas without a bloodline limit.
At the current stage, getting the green genjutsu skill entry is the most important thing.
............
"Hazuki? You went to Kiyoshi's place?"
Mikoto, wearing a tight-fitting ninja combat suit with a unique charm, saw Uchiha Hazuki coming out of Kiyoshi's house.
She planned to give Kiyoshi this month's living expenses and then conduct a survey in the neighborhood to gauge the clansmen's opinions of Kiyoshi.
She happened to see the first target.
"Is... is there something wrong, Mikoto?"
Mikoto's sudden approach startled Uchiha Hazuki.
"I want to ask, what do you think of Kiyoshi? What is your relationship with him?"
Mikoto asked.
Hearing Mikoto's questions, Uchiha Hazuki frowned slightly.
She almost blurted out that Uchiha Kiyoshi was a bastard kid who swindled her out of money to buy chainmail and tricked her out of two genjutsu!
Are there such outrageous kids in the village?
It's simply taking advantage of kindness!
"Um, he's a very loving kid... little guy."
Uchiha Hazuki forced a smile, seemingly afraid that Mikoto wouldn't believe her, and even mentioned a few of Kiyoshi's good points.
"Um, you see, he's both talented and polite, and he looks good too."
Uchiha Hazuki suppressed the discomfort in her heart, counting Kiyoshi's advantages on her fingers.
It's not that she wants to say it, but she's afraid of speaking out of turn again.
She has learned her lesson.
"Is that so."
Mikoto nodded.
She didn't expect Kiyoshi to integrate so well into the clan.
She remembered that the previous Uchiha Hazuki was lukewarm towards Kiyoshi, and it seemed that she had delayed Kiyoshi's receipt of ninjutsu from the ninjutsu library for a month.
"That's great, our Uchiha clan is a united clan, I believe you can build a better bond with Kiyoshi."
Mikoto chuckled.
A few strands of fine hair fell from her temples, gently tucked behind her ear, with a faint smile on her face.
After collecting the desired information, Mikoto bid farewell to Uchiha Hazuki and continued walking towards Kiyoshi's house.
She knocked on the door and gave Kiyoshi the living expenses.
Kiyoshi opened the door, watching Uchiha Hazuki walking away hastily from a distance, as if trying to escape from here.
He accepted the living expenses from Mikoto and thanked her sincerely.
Honestly, Kiyoshi's瞳力 (tóng lì - pupil power) would react to such a charming woman.
However, this reaction was well concealed by Kiyoshi.
"Mikoto-nee, if you get married, how long do you plan to wait?"
Kiyoshi wanted to confirm again.
He wanted to know the final deadline.
If he remembered correctly, Uchiha Itachi was born on June 9, 47.
If she was pregnant, it would be November or December of 46.
He had better delay Itachi's birth or take over the birthplace before this time.
"It should be in a year or two."
Mikoto smiled.
"Is that so."
Seeing that the timeline was developing similarly to the original work, Kiyoshi already had an idea.
He had a lot to do, and there was a lot of room for manipulation.
The trigger for the Third Shinobi World War can actually be controlled.
That is the disappearance of the Third Kazekage.
He was actually killed by Sasori.
Sunagakure was in chaos, without a leader, and the various factions were constantly arguing. The Land of Lightning noticed this opportunity and launched a war.
Then the militant factions of various countries smelled the opportunity for war and responded to the call, and the situation instantly became chaotic.
Some people like peace because peace is stable.
Some people like war because war can bring more benefits.
This war will be unforgettable for all major countries, casting a shadow.
"Remember to save a bit, if it's really not enough, you can come to me, I'll help you out."
Mikoto said.
"Then thank you, Mikoto-nee."
Kiyoshi nodded, not even counting, and directly put it into his ninja pouch.
How could Mikoto be the kind of woman who would pocket money?
