The domineering Uchiha drove the Third Hokage mad!

Chapter 563 Eighth Hokage Uchiha: What...you're going to marry Mikoto!

"Itachi has exceptional talent; he's a once-in-a-century prodigy. He will undoubtedly awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan in the future."

"He needs someone to teach him properly and guide him correctly to prevent him from going astray in the future, to prevent him from being consumed by power and becoming a hidden danger to the Uchiha clan."

"And you, Mikoto, have very pure blood. If you have a child with me, his talent will surely be outstanding... adding to the Uchiha clan's fighting strength... becoming the future hope of the Uchiha."

"Besides, the war has just ended, and the village urgently needs to restore its population and train new ninjas to replenish its fighting strength. My marriage to you is also for the future of the village."

"So that the village, and the Uchiha clan, can recover from the catastrophe as soon as possible and become strong again."

Every word he uttered was clear and logical, reflecting both his personal feelings and his sense of responsibility to his family and village.

He didn't hide his thoughts, nor did he try to please her; he simply laid everything out honestly in front of Mikoto, letting her choose for herself.

Mikoto Uchiha listened quietly to his words, her mind still in a state of chaos, and the struggle in her heart grew more intense.

On one hand, there is his longing and loyalty to Fugaku; on the other hand, there is his concern and responsibility for Itachi. On one hand, there is his own inferiority complex and resistance; on the other hand, there is his promise to the Uchiha Three Peaks.

She didn't know what to choose, whether she should let go of the past, give Mitsumine a chance, give Itachi a complete family, and give herself a chance to start over.

She looked up at Sanfeng's sincere eyes, at the domineering tenderness in them, and tears welled up in her eyes again.

"Sanfeng, my mind is a mess right now... I... I need time... Let me think it over..."

Seeing her struggling in pain, Uchiha Mitsumine felt a pang of pity.

He nodded gently, his expression still tender: "Mikoto, I'll give you time... You don't need to force yourself. Think it over slowly, and when you've figured it out, tell me your answer. Whatever choice you ultimately make, I will respect it."

Mikoto Uchiha didn't say anything more, she just nodded slightly, turned around and walked towards Itachi, who was not far away.

She walked to Itachi's side, squatted down, gently hugged him, held him tightly, rested her chin on the top of Itachi's head, and silently slid down her cheeks, dripping onto Itachi's hair.

Itachi Uchiha reached out his small hands and hugged Mikoto's neck tightly, gently comforting her, "Mother, don't cry. Itachi will protect you. Itachi will be a good boy."

Mikoto Uchiha, holding Itachi, slowly stood up. She didn't look at the three peaks of the Uchiha clan or Fugaku's tombstone again, and walked step by step towards the exit of the cemetery.

Her steps were light and slow, carrying a hint of weariness and confusion, yet also a touch of determination.

She didn't know what her future would hold, or what choices she would ultimately make, but she knew she couldn't afford to be depressed any longer. She had to live well for Itachi's sake and think carefully about what Mitsumine had said.

Watching Mikoto and Itachi's figures gradually disappear into the distance, until they vanished at the end of the cemetery, Uchiha Mitsunori slowly turned around, his gaze once again falling on Fugaku's tombstone.

He was silent for a moment, then said softly, "Fugaku, don't worry, I will take good care of Mikoto and Itachi, protect them for life, teach Itachi well, and make sure he doesn't go astray. I will help him become an outstanding Uchiha clansman."

"I know that doing this may be inappropriate, but I genuinely want to take care of them, mother and child, and it's also for the future of the Uchiha clan."

After saying that, he put aside his thoughts and turned to walk out of the cemetery.

Instead of going home immediately, he headed straight for the Uchiha clan's territory to find the hawkish elder, Uchiha Hachimoku.

If he were to force himself to marry Uchiha Mikoto, it would inevitably cause some discussion among the clan members, and might even be met with opposition from some people.

As a hawkish elder in the clan, Uchiha Hachimoku has a high reputation. If we can get his support and let him persuade the clan members, we can not only convince them, but also reduce the pressure on Mikoto and give her more confidence.

Soon, he arrived at the residence of the Eighth Hokage of Uchiha.

"Sanfeng, what brings you here? Is there something important?"

He could see that Sanfeng's expression was somewhat solemn, and he secretly guessed that perhaps something troublesome had happened in the clan again.

Uchiha Mitsunori followed the Eighth Hokage into the residence, sat on a stone bench in the courtyard, and without beating around the bush, went straight to the point and stated his thoughts.

"Eighth Elder, I've come today to tell you something: I'm going to marry Uchiha Mikoto."

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Hachimoku's eyes widened suddenly, and he almost spilled the tea he was holding.

He stared blankly at Uchiha Mitsunori, his voice filled with surprise: "Mitsunori, you... what did you say? You want to marry Mikoto? This... this isn't a good idea, is it?"

"If you desire women... I can find several young and beautiful women within the tribe to accompany you... Why bother going to Mikoto!"

He couldn't believe that Sanfeng would make such an rude request.

He severely injured and was on the verge of death when he beat Fugaku Uchiha. Now that Fugaku's funeral has just ended, he says he wants to marry Mikoto.

If this matter gets out, it will inevitably cause a lot of discussion among the clan members, and it will also draw criticism. Some people might even maliciously say that Mitsumine killed Fugaku in order to get Uchiha Mikoto, which would greatly damage his prestige.

Uchiha Mitsunaga's expression remained unchanged as he calmly stated, "It's true, Eighth Hokage, I'm going to marry Mikoto!"

Uchiha Hachiho steadied himself and quickly said, "Mitsubone! Fugaku's funeral has just ended, and you're already planning to marry Mikoto? It's going to sound terrible if word gets out!"

"It could easily lead to speculation and even cause dissatisfaction among your clan members! Besides, Mikoto is 10 years older than you. She is Fugaku's widow and has a child. You are now the Fourth Hokage. If you marry her, people will inevitably gossip, which would have a huge impact on you."

Despite the anxious and desperate attempts by the Eighth Generation to dissuade him, the Uchiha Mitsunori remained unmoved.

"Eighth Elder, I have thought it through. I am not acting on impulse, nor am I greedy for anything. I am marrying Mikoto for the future of the Uchiha clan."

"First, Itachi has great talent and will definitely awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan in the future. But he is still too young. If no one guides him properly, he may go astray and become a hidden danger to the Uchiha clan. By marrying Mikoto, I can rightfully teach Itachi and make him an excellent Uchiha clansman, the future hope of the Uchiha clan."

"Secondly, Mikoto's bloodline talent is exceptional. If I have a child with her, its future talent will undoubtedly be remarkable. It would add strength to the Uchiha clan."

"Third, before the war began, Konoha had more than 2 ninjas, but now the village only has more than 6 left. It is in urgent need of restoring the number of ninjas to make up for the lack of combat power."

"I will enact a law in the village to encourage marriage and childbirth. Mikoto and I will take the lead. This is for the future of the village, and also so that the Uchiha clan can recover from the calamity of war as soon as possible and become strong again."

"I will also enact a property protection bill. If a father dies unexpectedly and a mother remarries, the child will automatically inherit the parents' property. Therefore, Itachi will inherit Fugaku's property."

"I believe that with laws that encourage marriage and childbirth and protect property, the villagers and people of my tribe will understand what I'm doing."

Uchiha Hachimoku listened quietly to what Mikado had to say, pondering to himself as he listened.

He had to admit that every word Sanfeng said was reasonable and based on the perspective of the Uchiha clan and the village, without any selfish motives.

He had only considered the negative impact of this incident, but he hadn't thought about the family interests and village responsibilities involved behind it.

Now that the war has just ended, the village urgently needs to restore its population and replenish its fighting strength; this is an indisputable fact.

He had also witnessed Itachi's talent. If he could receive instruction from the three peaks, he would surely become a pillar of the Uchiha clan in the future.

As for Mikoto... she awakened the three-tomoe Sharingan when she was young, so her bloodline talent is obviously quite good.

Furthermore, Uchiha Mitsunori awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan. If he and Mikoto were to have a child, there's a high probability that the child would also awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan in the future...

After a moment's thought, Uchiha Yatsuho slowly nodded, his anxiety gradually replaced by agreement.

Sanfeng's decision, though seemingly inappropriate, was actually for the future of the Uchiha clan and the future of Konoha...

"Sanfeng, I understand. You're right. I did not consider things carefully and only saw the negative impact, while neglecting the future of the family and the village. I support your decision."

"Next, as an elder of the clan, I will personally go to Mikoto and persuade her to let go of the past and accept your feelings so that she can marry you willingly."

"At the same time, I will also gather the core members of the clan and explain the situation to them... so that they understand and support your decision... and ensure that this matter does not affect your prestige..."

Seeing the Eighth Hokage's approving expression, Uchiha Mitsunori nodded slightly, a hint of excitement in his eyes.

"Alright, I'll leave this matter to you, Elder Hachidai... Please handle it properly... Don't put too much pressure on Mikoto... Just let things take their natural course."

"Sanfeng, don't worry, I've been an elder for so many years and have dealt with many similar cases. I'm very experienced in this area!"