They are just anxious!
They don't want to wait a minute longer; they want to make their move against the Uchiha tonight.
The Uchiha are too dangerous.
Waiting one more day would lead to more variables; it's better to cut the Gordian knot swiftly while they have the chance.
After they left, the Hokage Office became incredibly quiet once again.
Sarutobi Hiruzen's brows were furrowed.
His brows were tightly knit, and his face was exceedingly grim.
Amidst the swirling smoke, he began to ponder whether his actions were correct.
"Shikaku, why aren't you here!"
"If you were here, I would be much more at ease."
"But, never mind."
"Since the decision has already been made, nothing else matters."
"Uchiha, don't blame me!"
"Originally, I wanted to let you live a bit longer, but who told your clan to produce such a genius?"
"It seems I can't let you remain."
Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke softly.
Clearly, in this situation, the person he missed most was Nara Shikaku.
Although he wasn't a true core member of his inner circle, he truly couldn't do without his wisdom.
What's more, he understood the principles of Ino-Shika-Cho very well.
As long as he remained in the position of Hokage, Ino-Shika-Cho could be completely trusted.
If Nara Shikaku were here, he wouldn't be so conflicted right now.
But, there was no choice.
Nara Shikaku was currently on the front lines in the Land of Grass.
This matter was too urgent; there was no time to notify them.
Finally, after shaking his head helplessly, he stopped thinking about the matter... It was late at night.
In Jin's small courtyard in the Uchiha Clan Grounds.
The two, having just finished dinner, were resting in the courtyard, letting their food digest.
Even Itachi wasn't training.
However, his complexion was much better than before; at the very least, he no longer had that pale look, but instead appeared very rosy and vibrant.
Clearly, this was all Uchiha Jin's doing!
And this physical change naturally couldn't be hidden from Itachi, the person experiencing it.
It was precisely because he noticed this change in his body that he was now willingly following Jin's arrangements.
"Teacher!"
"In one week, I'll be starting school."
"Thinking about it, it's really boring. I don't think I'll learn anything useful at the Ninja Academy."
"Do you think I can just apply to graduate directly?"
Yes, thinking about going to the Ninja Academy in the future made him very uncomfortable.
Itachi knew better than anyone what the Ninja Academy was like.
With his current strength, if he truly applied, he could indeed meet the graduation requirements.
So, upon seeing his teacher, he couldn't help but ask.
Meanwhile, upon hearing Itachi's words, Uchiha Jin fell silent.
He hadn't expected that, without realizing it, Itachi was already old enough for school.
This meant that almost eight years had passed since he transmigrated.
Initially, he felt a sense of detachment from the entire world.
This was also why he was unwilling to make friends and always remained alone.
But, he never thought that after graduating from the Ninja Academy, in such a short time, he would not only gain a group of friends but also acquire businesses, subordinates, and even a disciple.
Especially towards the Uchiha, a Ninja Clan he had always looked down upon, he even felt a faint sense of belonging.
However, this was normal!
Humans are social animals after all, and with so many bonds, he didn't know if it was good or bad.
The only thing he knew was that he had now completely integrated into this world.
Sigh!
With a soft sigh, he couldn't help but think of Itachi.
According to the original story, Itachi only stayed at the Ninja Academy for one year and would graduate early next year.
It was during this year that he completely came to believe in the will of fire.
Subsequently, the newly graduated Itachi caught the attention of Sarutobi Hiruzen, and Fugaku also began to have him act as a spy, hoping he could infiltrate the Hokage's core.
Following that, Itachi, brainwashed by the will of fire, told Sarutobi Hiruzen everything.
Sarutobi Hiruzen played along, directly transferring Itachi to the Anbu.
In short, under normal circumstances, Itachi would join the Anbu next year.
This also meant that the Third Shinobi World War was nearing its end.
"Graduating early, that's not allowed!"
"While the Ninja Academy may not teach you much, it can help you make friends."
"I'll give you a crazy mission!"
"..."
Chapter 114: Itachi Finds a Girlfriend, Tekka Brings Bad News
"First, get a girlfriend."
"Second, thoroughly understand the will of fire."
"Consider this your extracurricular homework; I'll be checking it periodically, okay?"