Uchiha Ryun followed the Anbu back to the clan district. The journey was completely uneventful, with nothing happening along the way.
Uchiha Ryun took out two 500-ryo bills and handed them to the two Anbu. They quickly waved their hands, saying this was their duty and they couldn't accept payment.
Uchiha Ryun explained that this money was to thank them for personally escorting him home, that it was hard-earned compensation they deserved.
The two Anbu exchanged glances before finally accepting the money, thanking Uchiha Ryun. Five hundred ryo wasn't a huge amount, but it was enough for them to enjoy two good meals.
Uchiha Ryun smiled, waved goodbye to the two shinobi, and returned home.
Today was exhausting. After returning to the village with Tsunade to visit her elder, Lady Mito's health remained robust. In fact, with the addition of Uzumaki clansmen, she had begun experiencing reverse aging, becoming younger and younger!
Regarding Tsunade and Uchiha Ryun becoming a couple, she was fully supportive. She even jokingly told Tsunade, "Tsunade, if Uchiha Madara hadn't been a man back then, your grandmother might have had her husband stolen by Uchiha Madara!"
This made Uchiha Ryun too nervous to speak. He just laughed awkwardly while eating. After the meal, he prepared to return home, only to encounter an unexpected grandfather figure.
Then he was nearly ambushed. Right, the ambush! Thinking of this, Uchiha Ryun replayed the recording in his mind.
Black Zetsu had been hiding underground, listening to Uchiha Ryun and Uchiha Madara's conversation. When he heard Uchiha Ryun mention that the stone tablet might have been altered, his entire body trembled.
His chakra fluctuated slightly. Without careful sensing, no one would notice anything unusual. But through the system's god perspective, Uchiha Ryun could see everything clearly.
Later, after Uchiha Madara left and Uchiha Ryun turned around, a black hand shot out from the ground, aiming straight for his heart in a lethal strike.
Then the golden-red Susano'o blocked it. The subsequent events are already known.
After reviewing this, Uchiha Ryun broke out in cold sweat. Black Zetsu was truly terrifying, going straight for the kill. When activating his Susano'o, he could sense the power behind that strike!
It was Kage-level damage! If he hadn't been careful, he really might have died! He needed to think of a solution.
Just then, ding! Congratulations host for changing Nawaki's fate. Reward: perception-type skill, Soul Perception Technique.
Soul Perception Technique, passive skill. Detects all living beings within 10 kilometers of the host, displaying them as radar points in the host's mind.
Uchiha Ryun smiled. Good, very good. This was perfect. Was the system reading his mind? The reward came at just the right time.
The system didn't respond, though Uchiha Ryun faintly heard a disdainful snort.
Uchiha Ryun closed his eyes to sleep. So tired, he needed proper rest!
The next day.
"Ryun, Ryun! Stop sleeping! Hey! The Hokage summoned us for a meeting! Ryun!" Uchiha Hirotomo was sweating profusely as he pounded on the door.
It was already 7:40! The meeting was at 8:00, only twenty minutes left. If he didn't get up now, they'd be late!
Uchiha Ryun frowned. He grabbed his water cup and threw it toward the door. The paper window shattered as the cup flew straight at Uchiha Hirotomo.
Uchiha Hirotomo's face darkened. He punched the cup, smashing it to pieces. He'd had enough. Gathering chakra in his throat, he shouted:
"Wake! Up! Already!" Uchiha Hirotomo lost control of his volume, making half the village hear his voice. After a moment of shock, everyone burst into laughter. They realized Uchiha Ryun was still asleep.
In the Hokage's office, all the clan leaders struggled to contain their laughter. Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi also lowered his head, shoulders shaking.
Only Tsunade blushed crimson. If it were good news, fine, but why did his sleeping habits have to become public knowledge?
Uchiha Ryun was fully awake now. Without using chakra, he simply screamed, "Ahhhhhhh!" The sound was deafening!
The people in the Hokage's office heard it again! This time they couldn't hold back. Danzō Shimura led the laughter, and soon everyone joined in.
The previously serious atmosphere vanished, replaced by amusement.
Orochimaru remarked quietly, "Tsunade, perhaps you should go wake your future husband?"
Tsunade's face turned redder. She glared coldly at Orochimaru. "Shut up!"
Soon after, Uchiha Hirotomo brought Uchiha Ryun to the office door.
Uchiha Hirotomo checked the clock. Good, 7:59. He knocked, and the door opened to reveal everyone staring at them with strange expressions.
Uchiha Hirotomo's heart sank as he lowered his head silently. Uchiha Ryun yawned. "Good morning, Lord Hokage. Good morning, Lord Danzō. Ah, and good morning to you too, Hyūga Clan Leader!"
They all nodded and greeted him back. After Uchiha Ryun and Uchiha Hirotomo took their seats, Hiruzen Sarutobi cleared his throat. "Ahem. This is our post-war summary, which also means awards and recognition!"
Hearing this, everyone shifted focus from Uchiha Ryun's sleeping habits back to the meeting.
"Chief Commander Danzō Shimura, with excellent strategic planning and formidable strength, repeatedly defeated the Third Kazekage's forces. Therefore, I declare Danzō Shimura as Chief Hokage Advisor." Hiruzen's voice was loud and cheerful.
"All in favor?" Hiruzen scanned the room. Uchiha Ryun immediately raised his hand. "Lord Hokage, I support this. Our Uchiha clan fully supports!"
He even grabbed Uchiha Hirotomo's hand to raise it too. Uchiha Hirotomo covered his face, wishing he didn't know Uchiha Ryun.
Uchiha Ryun didn't care. He wasn't the clan leader. He wasn't embarrassed.
Tsunade sighed and also voiced support. Then Nara Luming, Akimichi Torifu, Yamanaka Kumokai, followed by Shibi Aburame and Hyūga Sekijō.
With the major clans having spoken, the smaller clans knew better than to object. Thus, Danzō Shimura's position as Chief Hokage Advisor was unanimously approved.
Hiruzen nodded. "Good. Since everyone agrees, I declare Danzō Shimura as Konoha's Chief Hokage Advisor! Henceforth, he will assist the Hokage in jointly managing Konoha!"
As Hiruzen finished speaking, applause broke out.
Danzō stood and bowed to Hiruzen, who smiled warmly and gave him a meaningful look. Understanding, Danzō bowed to the assembly and said:
"I am honored by your trust. Henceforth, I look forward to your guidance." More applause followed.
Danzō smiled and nodded at Uchiha Ryun, who returned the gesture. The two seemed to have developed a deep bond!