"Did he really say that?"
Uchiha Fugaku's face remained calm, giving no indication of anger, though encountering such matters, as the clan leader, he certainly wouldn't be in a good mood.
For clansmen to draw a line between themselves and the clan leader, saying they don't accept him is already polite enough; it's just short of outright defection from the clan.
As for what the clan has given Uchiha Yoichi, if you count it up, it seems the clan really hasn't given him much.
Uchiha Yoichi's parents were also ninja; his mother was a Chunin, and their savings were already substantial. Although an accident occurred when he was eight, Uchiha Yoichi's ninja basics were already well taught before that.
The only thing the clan provided him, besides the Uchiha name, was a foundational Swordsmanship and two Sharingan Genjutsu from Uchiha Mabayashi; they originally intended to use clan money to forge ninja blades for Uchiha Yoichi, yet now he's even repaid the money with plenty left over.
Uchiha Mabayashi sighed, saying, "Yes, Uchiha Yoichi is like that. He probably can't understand your goodwill as the clan leader, and he's deeply influenced by others..."
As for those 'others,' Uchiha Mabayashi suspects it's the clan's Radical Faction.
After all, Uchiha Yoichi is somewhat famous, having narrowly escaped death several times in six months, and even killed a Hidden Rock Jonin in the last encounter, marking him as a talented young genius.
"Then let's not bother with him anymore. Without the clan's protection, he won't last long with such a temperament; let's go to Nankai Shrine, Senior Mabayashi."
Uchiha Fugaku suppressed his anger and proceeded with Uchiha Mabayashi to Nankai Shrine.
As the clan leader, he had more important matters to deal with.
The following day.
The ninja tools store sent someone to inform Uchiha Yoichi that his requested weight plates were ready.
The efficiency was high, possibly because he paid a large sum, and transportation in safe areas of the Ninja World is very efficient.
When Uchiha Yoichi arrived at the ninja tools store, the owner had already taken out the crafted weighted ninja suit.
"Mr. Yoichi, this is made according to your specifications. Check if you're satisfied with it."
After explaining, the ninja tools store owner also demonstrated how to use the weighted ninja suit: "Mr. Yoichi, this weighted ninja suit can change its weight. Even without adding weight plates, the suit weighs forty pounds, and with all weight plates, it's four hundred pounds..."
Besides the ninja suit, there are wrist guards and leg wraps, each roughly weighing one hundred fifty pounds, and together they total a thousand pounds.
Half a ton of weight is a significant burden for a Taijutsu Ninja, but the weight can be gradually added; initially, Uchiha Yoichi only needs to bear a hundred pounds.
"Thank you, boss. If I need ninja tools in the future, I'll come to you."
"Always welcome, Mr. Yoichi!"
The ninja tools store owner said with a smile. Were it not for the dangers, he would gladly advertise, inviting all Uchiha clan ninja to buy their tools from him.
After acquiring the weighted ninja suit, Uchiha Yoichi left the ninja tools store.
Then Uchiha Yoichi intended to return to his regular training spot; today Kakashi was accompanying him for training, and he was looking forward to the White Fang Blade Technique.
A reputation in the Ninja World is certainly earned, not fabricated.
"Ah, it's you! Uchiha clan's little brat!"
As Uchiha Yoichi was making his way back, he suddenly heard a loud shout from behind. Hearing "Uchiha," he instinctively turned back to look, seeing a snow-white figure.
Blonde twin-tails, beautiful, large!
Uchiha Yoichi recognized who was calling him from these main features, though he didn't know why Tsunade was calling him, so he pretended to be puzzled and asked, "Lady Tsunade, why are you calling me?"
"Why?"
Tsunade felt frustrated to the point of gnashing her teeth. She had clearly asked the Anbu to inform her immediately once this Uchiha brat returned, but Anbu appeared dead to the world.
Tsunade couldn't reveal the real reason behind looking for Uchiha Yoichi: she nearly turned into a boar and got killed by Uchiha Yoichi; it would sound unbelievable if spoken aloud.
Furthermore, she had been investigating related information lately, but the results were empty, fueling her anger.
Tsunade nonetheless suspected the matter might have some connection with Uchiha Yoichi, as she overheard Uchiha Yoichi mentioning abilities, yet Anbu's investigation showed Uchiha Yoichi hadn't exhibited any 'abilities.'
"Brat, anything to say upon seeing me?"
"Really white, really big!"
Upon saying that, Uchiha Yoichi instantly regretted it. He should've asked the ninja tools store owner to make a mask that could control speech; being gossiped about would be better than his dangerous mouth.
Tsunade paused for a moment upon hearing this, following Uchiha Yoichi's gaze downward, then angrily replied, "Alright, it's really big..."
"It sure is big..."
Crack!
The sound of light thunder accompanied, as before Tsunade's foot could hit, a lightning-clad figure leaped onto the rooftop, evading the terrifying kick.
From the moment Uchiha Yoichi commented 'really white, really big,' he felt the urge to leave the spot. But when Tsunade posed another question, he instinctively responded again.
Bam!
Under the Celestial Guardian Foot, the ground was suddenly cratered. The walls surrounding shattered and collapsed, as if hit by a heavy object dropping from high above.
With just a glace, Uchiha Yoichi instantly activated Instant Body Jutsu to leave without a backward glance.
The Konoha Sannin might not be at their peak, but they had clashed with Ninja World's elite; Uchiha Yoichi was unsure why Tsunade sought him out, but that forced comment had enraged the Sannin.
"Second Grandpa was right indeed, Uchiha's mischievous brat!"
Tsunade seethed with anger, not just from being teased by a brat, but from what she saw might be true: the Uchiha brat enveloped in lightning is the Lightning Release Chakra Mode.
There are many in Konoha Village adept with Lightning Release, but except for Lightning Release Ninjutsu, it's merely Cell Activation; Hatake Sakumo represents this.
He uses Lightning Release to stimulate Cell Activation, allowing rapid movement like using Instant Body Jutsu, and then strikes using Wind Escape nature transformation, combining speed and sharpness, making his sword terrifying white fangs.
Hence the name Konoha White Fang.
However, solidifying Lightning Release Chakra and wrapping it around the body to enhance speed and defense is unique to Hidden Cloud Village's Lightning Release Chakra Mode, a Hiden Nin-Taijutsu.
That Uchiha brat exposed himself right before her!
Tsunade quickly flashed this thought and gathered chakra in her feet, chasing right after the escaping Uchiha Yoichi.
Though that Lightning Release Chakra Mode's speed was fast, it was still inferior to her as a Sannin.
Once Tsunade left, nearby people emerged to see what happened, yet Uchiha Yoichi and Tsunade left so swiftly, none knew what occurred.
Soon, two Anbu members arrived, dispersing the villagers, beginning their investigation of the scene.
The deep crater from the strike and the faint footprints within it indicated to the Anbu who caused this.
Thus, after a glance between them, one Anbu said, "I'll report to Lord Hokage, while you locate Lady Tsunade."
"Understood!"