[Main POV]
"When people form a preconceived notion about something, it becomes exceedingly difficult to change that impression."
"That's exactly why the Uchiha clan now has such a poor reputation among the ordinary ninja and villagers of Konoha."
"But what if, when this article spreads throughout Konoha, Clan Leader Fugaku acts swiftly. before Danzo Shimura makes a move. by arranging actors to pose as witnesses from the Konoha Police Force of Year 39? How would that change the situation?"
"Or, what if a similar incident 'just so happened' to occur within the Police Force on that very day, and word of it spread throughout Konoha? How would the ordinary ninja and villagers, and even the younger generation of major ninja clans who didn't experience that era, then view the Uchiha clan?"
A series of probing questions left Fugaku overwhelmed, lost in thought about the possibilities Gojo Kaigetsu presented.
"What was Clan Leader Fugaku's initial reaction when he first read this article?"
Just as Fugaku was about to respond, he saw Gojo Kaigetsu raise a finger to his lips, signaling him to remain silent: "No need to rush your answer. Let Lady Mikoto read it as well."
"After you've both finished, write down your initial impression of the Konoha Police Force on a piece of paper and compare notes. Let's see if your thoughts align~"
Gojo Kaigetsu took the paper with the article and handed it to Uchiha Mikoto.
A long silence followed...
After reading the same text, the couple fell into deep thought.
"Kindness."
The two exchanged glances, understanding the emotions reflected in each other's eyes.
Even as members of the Uchiha clan, and despite being witnesses to the events described in the article, their first reaction upon reading it was.
"My goodness! The Konoha Police Force is truly a warm and compassionate place. The people there must be kind-hearted, amiable, and dedicated to peace and civility."
If they, as Uchiha, reacted this way, how much more impactful would it be on those less familiar with that time period?
Scary, Truly Scary!!!
Fugaku gave Gojo Kaigetsu a deep look, feeling a newfound sense of respect for someone who wasn't even a powerful ninja. For the Uchiha, a clan that revered strength, this was the highest form of praise. acknowledging the fearsome intellect of this man.
The air grew heavy with silence as the two men pondered, each lost in their own thoughts.
Then, Uchiha Mikoto spoke softly, offering her own perspective: "If that's the case, why not mention the 'Uchiha' name more frequently in the article?"
"Wouldn't that reinforce the idea of the Uchiha as a 'kind-hearted clan'?"
"No, that wouldn't work, Lady Mikoto."
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"That would come across as too deliberate."
Gojo Kaigetsu waved a finger in front of Mikoto's face: "Changing stereotypes is not something we should overtly bring up. Instead, we should let those who learn about this incident discover the truth through 'word of mouth.'"
"The article only subtly mentions 'Uchiha' once, and that's deliberate. It's a way to hint, to guide people into exploring the true nature of the Police Force described in the article."
"It seems as though the Uchiha are not present, yet they are everywhere!"
"When the truth is finally uncovered, when people realize just how deeply they have misunderstood the 'kind-hearted Uchiha' over the years, the guilt. will erupt like a volcano!"
Gojo Kaigetsu spread his arms wide, passionately exclaiming:
"The deeper the misunderstanding of the Uchiha, the stronger the emotional impact after the truth is revealed. This is the essence of the **Reversal Technique**!"
The intensity of Gojo Kaigetsu's words sent shivers down the spines of Fugaku and Mikoto, leaving them covered in goosebumps.
"Even the most vicious ninja has a soft side deep within. And when it comes to misunderstandings about virtues like kindness, nothing stirs people's protective instincts more~"
"At that point, we might even see a 'Protect the Uchiha' movement."
"Even if, in the end, the Uchiha still don't secure a seat within Konoha's upper echelon, their circumstances would be far better than they are now!"
"Even if the Fifth Hokage were someone who inherited Danzo's or the Second Hokage's mindset, unless they were willing to completely abandon their stance towards civilians and civilian ninja and enforce a dictatorship like that in Kirigakure, it would be nearly impossible to oppress the Uchiha to the point of their current plight."
Gojo Kaigetsu's passionate, emotion-filled words crashed against the Uchiha couple's simple worldview like a tidal wave.
Who would have thought... it was possible to achieve such a transformation?
As ninjas, they were used to changing the status quo with force, to shaping the future world they desired. They had never considered that such a peaceful evolution, such a bloodless way to change deep-seated prejudices between a clan and a village, could exist.
This is truly.
Unbelievable!
"Is it really possible... that such a day will come?"
Mikoto's face flushed with excitement, her legs tightening as she couldn't help but imagine the scene Gojo Kaigetsu described. From being the despised Uchiha to the 'kind-hearted Uchiha'... The vision was so beautiful she didn't dare to think further.
"It will happen, Lady Mikoto, I guarantee it."
Gojo Kaigetsu brought his hands together in front of his chest, his voice firm, righteous, and resonant: "No one understands Konoha better than I do!"
"And no one hopes more than I do that. "
"The Uchiha belong to Konoha, and Konoha belongs to the Uchiha!"
It was said that the Uchiha clan was a people overflowing with emotion. But now, Fugaku felt that the passion in Gojo Kaigetsu's words made him seem even more like an Uchiha than he did.
These eyes. should be opened by him.
Fugaku was absolutely certain that Gojo Kaigetsu's words came from the heart, sincere and devoid of any selfish interests or deceit.
Fugaku didn't dwell on why someone from another clan, like Gojo, would be so invested in the Uchiha and Konoha's conflict. Nor did he choose to question it, as doing so would only tarnish Gojo Kaigetsu's intentions.
He is a pure and noble person!
Fugaku's voice trembled, choking up slightly: "Kaigetsu... The Uchiha are fortunate to have a friend like you. As the head of the Uchiha clan, on behalf of the entire clan... I thank you."
Gojo Kaigetsu lowered his arms from their earlier passionate stance, a faint smile forming at the corners of his mouth.
[2. The Uchiha clan leader has changed his attitude towards Konoha because of your words. Prosperity +500.]
[Milestone Achievement Unlocked: The Respect of the Uchiha Clan.]
[Reward:]
[Dōjutsu: Six Eyes - Mastery (You can now perform intricate micro-manipulations of chakra within your body, fulfilling the prerequisites for the Space-Time Ninjutsu: Limitless Technique.)]
[Space-Time Ninjutsu: Limitless Technique - Uninitiated (This technique brings the infinite series condensed within Zeno's paradox of Achilles to reality. 'This distance can be infinitely reduced,' and the Limitless Technique can realize this concept within a specific area of space in reality. Mastery over space requires extremely precise chakra control.)]