Ryōsuke was pleased to see that the other party was somewhat convinced by his words.
"Regarding the handling of the Konoha higher-ups, my Uchiha Clan is actually quite generous. As long as they step down peacefully, I naturally won't target them."
"Additionally, I have news to tell you. During this war between the clan and the Cloud Village, it is suspected that someone among the higher-ups leaked information. Neither the Uchiha Clan nor the Hyūga Clan will let this person off the hook."
"Aside from this individual, the Uchiha Clan will not target other ninja. Those with ability will rise to the top."
"Shisui, you should agree with this, right?"
Shisui's face turned pale with shock.
His surprise wasn't just because Ryōsuke was willing to treat the Konoha higher-ups leniently, but even more so because of the revelation about a mole. He couldn't help but question it.
"How is that possible?"
"Nothing is impossible."
"I assume the higher-ups were dissatisfied with my performance during the Cloud Village incident, or perhaps they view the Uchiha Clan as a thorn in their side. However, this time, we Uchiha defeated the Cloud Village and are undoubtedly the heroes of the Leaf Village."
"To be targeted like this despite being heroes... Shisui, what do you think I should do?"
Shisui was left speechless.
He knew it was unlikely that Ryōsuke was deceiving him.
Given that the higher-ups had only deployed these two clans this time, to be honest, if he hadn't been standing on the Hokage's side as an Anbu, he would likely be extremely dissatisfied himself.
Now, hearing about the existence of a mole made the scales in his heart tip further toward the clan.
He sighed softly.
"Forget it, Ryōsuke. Let's still strive for the village higher-ups and the Uchiha Clan to coexist in harmony. A collision would be very difficult to control; one slip-up could result in massive casualties."
In his heart, he still leaned toward avoiding conflict and solving disputes peacefully.
Seeing him like this, Ryōsuke felt no dissatisfaction.
This was just the kind of person Shisui was.
He hoped for reconciliation between the village higher-ups and the Uchiha, but how could that be possible?
However, as long as Shisui wasn't standing on the side of the Konoha higher-ups, Uchiha Ryōsuke felt good about it. As expected, there were very few turncoats in the clan.
Immediately, he added, "Shisui, regarding the fact that you possess the Mangekyō Sharingan, you absolutely must not tell the Konoha higher-ups. Especially about the two eye techniques unique to your Mangekyō Sharingan."
"I know that after an Uchiha awakens the Mangekyō Sharingan, they possess specialized eye techniques."
"Given the Uchiha Clan's current situation, if you expose this, the higher-ups won't let you go."
"After all, they would worry that you might side with the clan, so they would inevitably try to find a way to eliminate you."
Shisui sighed slightly.
The Third Hokage treated him quite well.
"The Third Hokage wouldn't move against me; your worry is a bit excessive."
As for Danzō, he didn't say anything.
He had heard of Danzō's methods.
He knew that Danzō handled various dark matters in Konoha. How could someone doing such things not be ruthless and cruel?
Perhaps that guy might actually make a move against him; he really should be careful.
Seeing Shisui's reaction, Ryōsuke knew he didn't fully believe his words.
He didn't want to see Shisui just throw his life away, especially after realizing that Shisui was leaning toward the clan's side. He couldn't be more welcoming of that.
With a solemn expression, Ryōsuke said, "Why is it impossible? If you stood on the opposite side of the clan and were my enemy, possessing power far surpassing our Uchiha Clan, I would definitely do everything possible to destroy you."
"The reason I'm speaking so harshly is to give you a wake-up call."
Hearing such words, Shisui couldn't help but be stunned.
Was it really necessary to go to such lengths?
Perhaps.
"Alright, Ryōsuke. I'll listen to you and be extra careful."
"But please listen to me as well. If a conflict arises between the higher-ups and the Uchiha Clan, if it can be handled properly, please handle it properly."
Judging by the current situation, not only could he not reveal the secret of his eye techniques to other clan members, but he also couldn't reveal it to the higher-ups.
Ryōsuke naturally had no dissatisfaction with Shisui's request.
"Of course, I will definitely handle it properly. After all, I'm not a homicidal maniac."
Shisui agreed with this point. After all, Ryōsuke hadn't carried out a massive slaughter of the Cloud Village ninja, let alone the people of his own village.
Subsequently, Shisui left.
As for asking Ryōsuke to hand over the Tailed Beast Jinchūriki, he didn't bring it up.
With Ryōsuke's current attitude, it was good enough that he wasn't rebelling outright, let alone expecting him to hand over the Two-Tails Jinchūriki.
From Ryōsuke's behavior and speech, Shisui knew what kind of person he was. Just as Itachi had said, he was a radical. However, Shisui could also see from his performance that he was indeed thinking of the village.
After leaving the small forest, he stayed alone at home. Naturally, Itachi came over at this time and asked directly.
"How did it go? Is Uchiha Ryōsuke willing to hand over the Two-Tails Jinchūriki?"
Shisui shook his head.
Itachi couldn't help but show a look of anger.
"Controlling the Two-Tails Jinchūriki... that guy really harbors disloyal intentions."
Shisui, however, couldn't help but say, "Itachi, perhaps if we follow what Ryōsuke said, maybe it really could bring peace to the village and the world."
Itachi looked completely dumbfounded.
"Shisui, what do you mean?"
Shisui then told Itachi everything he had discussed with Ryōsuke.
His heart was very complicated. The path Ryōsuke spoke of was a different road, one he had never imagined.
He advocated reconciliation with the village, whereas Ryōsuke advocated for the Uchiha Clan to become the masters of Konoha, believing they were more capable of leading Konoha, and even the world, toward peace.
Hearing Shisui's words, Itachi's expression changed drastically in shock.
"Shisui, you didn't actually believe Ryōsuke's nonsense, did you? He actually intends to lead the Uchiha Clan to dominate Konoha Village? Although his words sound pretty, you must not be deceived."
"The prerequisite for all of this is to violently overthrow the Third Hokage's position, and then have the Uchiha Clan take the seat of Hokage."
"First of all, this doesn't align with justice. This is fundamentally treason and rebellion. The beginning is already wrong, so everything that follows is just empty talk."
"This is merely his selfishness, just pretty words spoken for the sake of the clan's interests."
Shisui remained silent. Perhaps the methods weren't great, but it could indeed bring peace to the village, and the Uchiha Clan was indeed more capable of ascending to the position of Hokage.
Seeing Shisui remain unmoved, looking as if he believed Ryōsuke's lies, Itachi said frantically, "Shisui, you must not be deceived."
"Even if our Uchiha Clan ascends to the position of Hokage through rebellious means, the village will inevitably suffer from internal strife, and slaughter will inevitably occur. How could that possibly bring peace to the village?"