Chapter 17: ch17
Outside Nanga Shrine
Today's clan meeting wasn't held in a small room inside Nanga Shrine because the number of clan members participating couldn't fit in there. Usually, clan meetings were attended by members who had activated their Sharingan, but this time, all Uchiha ninjas were required to attend, including the rookie genin still doing D-level missions.
The last time such a large gathering occurred was when Uchiha Madara decided to reconcile with the Senju clan and co-found Konoha Village.
This sudden assembly stirred complex emotions among the Uchiha present. Today's clan meeting could determine Uchiha's fate for decades to come.
"Here he comes, Uchiha Nan is here!"
A voice rang out from the crowd, and the previously noisy assembly fell silent, all eyes turning to Uchiha Nan. The crowd parted, creating a path for Nan to walk to the front.
Uchiha Nan felt the gaze of everyone but didn't feel any discomfort. He walked forward confidently, a signature smile on his face.
Uchiha Tomita, standing at the highest point with his hands behind his back, watched as Nan stepped onto the high platform.
"Master Clan Leader, I believe you already know the purpose of my clan meeting today."
"You and Senju Tobirama are remnants of an old era. The new era requires leaders like me to guide Uchiha."
"Step down!"
Nan got straight to the point, stating his purpose simply and directly, without any pleasantries.
Confident, arrogant, and domineering!
The Uchiha present felt the change in Nan today; his demeanor was entirely different from before, leaving them shocked.
"What spirit!"
"Uchiha is fortunate to have young people like you."
Tomita praised Nan, but his tone turned cold as he continued:
"But don't you think you're too arrogant?"
"Do you really think that with Senju Tobirama dead, you can dominate Uchiha and even Konoha?"
Tomita spoke with authority, his three-tomoe Sharingan appearing, staring at Nan with intense chakra. The wood beneath his feet cracked, ready to explode at any moment.
Nan's expression remained unchanged. This wasn't enough to make him retreat.
"Today, you want to become the leader of the Uchiha clan. Do you think you're worthy?"
Tomita pointed to the Uchiha present, and his supporters quickly understood his message.
"Only Chief Tomita can lead Uchiha!"
"Young boy, you're so arrogant!"
"You don't deserve it!"
Instantly, voices of dissent erupted, drowning out the supporters of Uchiha Nan, like Rice Fire and Iron Fire.
A tsunami of opposition echoed throughout Nanga Shrine.
Tomita wore a proud expression. After more than a decade of leadership, he had earned absolute popularity.
He wasn't an incompetent leader. He had risen to become the clan leader after Uchiha Madara's departure and led Uchiha to prosperity. This wasn't something Nan could easily challenge.
Nan turned to the source of the initial dissent. More than a dozen three-tomoe Uchiha glared at him, like wolves eyeing their prey.
Snort!
If everyone's against me, then let's overturn the table!
"Molten Rasenshuriken!"
Nan snorted, instantly forming a molten Rasenshuriken with one hand. Its power was just enough to teach these Uchiha a lesson and silence everyone.
Everyone's shouting so loudly, they need a lesson!
Nan looked at the group of Uchiha and hurled the shuriken without hesitation.
"Damn, madman!!"
"Run?"
"We can't evacuate; the clansmen are still here."
"Where's the barrier ninja? Follow me!"
The dozen or so Uchiha faced a formidable threat from the shuriken, but they had to resist it. If it exploded, the young Uchiha present would suffer heavy casualties!
"Water Release: Water Formation Wall!"
"Earth Release: Earth Flow Wall!"
"Ninja Art: Four Directions Barrier!"
Various defensive jutsu were deployed, and one expert in barriers managed to intercept the molten Rasenshuriken.
A loud bang followed, and the heat wave swept over the Uchiha present. The weaker members were knocked down, but there were no casualties, only minor injuries.
Every Uchiha looked disheveled and frightened. How could their lives be in danger at a clan meeting?
"Asshole, you're a lunatic!"
Tomita's eyes blazed with rage, his Sharingan spinning wildly. How dare Nan use such dangerous ninjutsu on this occasion?
He can't stay!
Just as Tomita was about to act, Nan formed another Molten Rasenshuriken in his hand.
Tomita immediately halted, glaring at Nan with murderous intent.
"Have you calmed down now? No more shouting!"
Nan held his deadly weapon, displaying a defiant expression, as he looked at the Uchiha below, who all lowered their heads in anger.
Especially the dozen Uchiha who faced the attack earlier. Their clothes were tattered, hair singed, and bodies injured. They glared at Nan with murderous intent but dared not move.
They feared another attack from Nan, which they couldn't evade. They had to protect those around them, unlike Nan's recklessness.
Nan embodied Uchiha more than anyone!
"Lava Release? How do you know this?"
Tomita's eyes were solemn. He realized that Nan's ninjutsu was Lava Release. How did Uchiha acquire this kekkei genkai?
Of course, Nan had obtained it from a turntable, the only orange reward as a European emperor.
He had kept this secret until today, and those who had seen it before were dead.
Facing Tomita's question, Nan rolled his eyes. How could he reveal his most precious secret?
"Is this your trump card?"
"I'm telling you, your actions have seriously violated clan rules, and it's reasonable to execute you!"
"It's not too late to turn back. I can spare your life if you surrender. Do you really want to sever ties with the Uchiha clan?"
Tomita's tone was severe. He didn't dare push too hard, fearing Nan's wrath and another devastating attack.
Nan truly was born dangerous..