REBORN: BUILDING THE UCHIHA CLAN IN NARUTO AND ONE PIECE

"Great! Congratulations, Mother!"

Uchiha Xuanqing's face lit up with joy upon hearing the words, his smile almost as radiant as the sun itself. This was a moment he had long awaited, the culmination of hope and effort.

"As for the restoration of the soul's origin, this method is truly effective," he continued, his tone filled with quiet determination. "By the way, Mother, does the clan possess any method to enhance mental or soul power? Perhaps a Yin Release cultivation technique?"

Uchiha Xuanqing's voice was steady, yet it carried the weight of a thousand unspoken thoughts.

His own efforts had led him to understand that, while the ninja world and pirate world did not possess a perfect technique for cultivating the spirit, there were remnants, incomplete fragments of such methods. Yet, with his natural gifts and unrelenting dedication, he knew these fragments could be the stepping stones to creating the perfect cultivation method—one that could nurture both the spirit and soul, and transcend limitations.

But, restoring Uchiha Zhi'an's soul origin—was that a challenge?

Not in the least.

Indeed, with this method, he could optimize the activation of the Sharingan, perhaps even create a true Mangekyō Sharingan, an Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, or even the Rinnegan. The possibilities felt limitless.

"This method…"

Uchiha Zhi'an's brow furrowed, the weight of her own thoughts pulling her gaze down as she spoke, "There are methods to enhance mental power, and Yin Release can indeed be cultivated... but its effects are not immediate. It requires constant effort and dedication. Is this what you mean?"

She sensed the unspoken question in Xuanqing's voice—an inquiry driven by his desire to restore the soul's origin.

The inheritance of the sages was not so easily grasped, and she knew this journey was far from simple.

"Yes!"

Uchiha Xuanqing's voice was brimming with hope and certainty. "This method is effective. I can optimize and refine it even further."

"When the time comes, the restoration of your soul's origin may speed up."

"Very well!" Uchiha Zhi'an nodded in quiet resolve, her heart already set on the path ahead. "When I return later, I will bring it to you."

"No, be cautious with your body. Do not rush this process. Take it slow," Xuanqing cautioned with a deep sense of care.

"My body has already recovered significantly," Uchiha Zhi'an continued, her voice filled with a soft confidence. "I will live for many more years. There is no need to rush."

"No matter what challenges the future holds, I will always stand by your side. I will protect you, Mother." His words, though simple, carried the weight of a promise made not in the heat of the moment, but forged through years of shared experience and love.

Uchiha Zhi'an's gaze softened as she heard Xuanqing's words, a warmth blooming in her chest. "Yes... I understand, my child."

"But tell me," Uchiha Zhi'an asked with curiosity, "how do you know about the future?"

"Heh!"

Uchiha Zhi'an chuckled softly, her finger gently tapping Xuanqing's forehead in a playful gesture. "Could it be because I'm your mother?"

"You've always been open with me, Mother. I can only make educated guesses based on what I know."

"Then... what will happen to the Uchiha clan and the ninja world in the future?"

He began to speak, his tone grave as he recounted the future he knew—the rise and fall of clans, the wars that would ravage the land, the truth behind Uchiha Madara's survival, the schemes of Black Zetsu, White Zetsu, Kaguya Otsutsuki, the Six Paths Sage, and the Otsutsuki clan.

Every detail, every moment, he shared with his mother, as though unveiling a tapestry of fate that could no longer remain hidden.

After all, Uchiha Zhi'an was the one person he trusted above all.

"Even extraterrestrials, the Six Paths Sage—what about them?"

"Ah, no wonder this child is under so much pressure!"

"Indeed, considering the power of the people you've described, my strength, and even the entire ninja world's power, it's far from enough!"

"But, we have time. We have the resources of the pirate world."

"In the future, Mother will grow strong enough to rival, or even surpass, Uchiha Madara!"

"Don't worry too much. With enough effort, we will make it!"

Indeed, with the resources from the One Piece world and Xuanqing's abilities, Uchiha Zhi'an had no doubt.

With these resources, even Uchiha Madara, the Sage of the Six Paths, or anyone else was no match for them.

"Mm!"

Uchiha Xuanqing smiled confidently. "I've always had faith. I only felt the pressure because time is urgent."

"Faith has never been lacking for me!"

"Even if we're not strong enough now, we can always retreat to the One Piece world for a while, lay low, and wait until we're stronger to turn things around!"

"Since I awakened the Space-Time Gate power, we are already invincible!"

"Heh, indeed!"

Uchiha Zhi'an smiled softly and nodded. "Turns out, I was just comforting you. Xuanqing, you've thought it through well. Very good!"

"However, Sarutobi Hiruzen, Danzo, and their lot... Heh!"

At this, Uchiha Zhi'an's tone shifted, her face darkening with hatred. "I see that they've already reached this point in the future. Very well! Very well!"

"I've been too lenient and tolerant with them!"

"It was because I felt that my time was short, and I made compromises to secure Uchiha's future!"

"Now, everything has changed!"

"From now on, I will make them pay!"

"Destroy my Uchiha clan? Then I will destroy their Sarutobi and Shimura clans. Hmph!"

The tiger doesn't lose its power just because it's sick, does it?

I am Uchiha Zhi'an.

Considering the tragic future of the Senju clan, the horrific fate of the Uzumaki clan, and the fate of Uzumaki Mito,

I've already started planning how to unite with the Senju, Uzumaki, and Mito clans to settle the score with Sarutobi Hiruzen, Danzo, and their ilk.

I'm not someone who waits passively to be struck; I strike first!

"Mom! How domineering!"

Uchiha Xuanqing gave a thumbs-up as he heard his mother's words.

With a mother like this, it truly brought peace to his heart.

"Hehe!"

Uchiha Zhi'an smiled warmly, reaching out to pat Xuanqing's head. "Leave it to me! I will handle it!"

"Well then, do you have any plans? Let's discuss it."

"Mm-hmm!"

Uchiha Xuanqing nodded eagerly.

"Right, right!"

"But Uchiha Itachi—he's completely brainwashed by Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others!"

At this, Uchiha Zhi'an's tone shifted again, her brows furrowing in slight annoyance. "He's been manipulated to the point of slaughtering his entire clan."

"His mind is completely broken!"

"Exactly!"

Uchiha Xuanqing nodded, agreeing. "I feel this isn't entirely Itachi's fault—Uchiha Fugaku is also to blame!"

"Taking a three or four-year-old Uchiha Itachi to the battlefield, calling it an awakening to the cruelty of war—he was out of his mind!"

"Itachi was completely led astray from the start!"

"With him constantly showing Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others leniency and appeasement, it gradually pushed the Uchiha into a pit of despair. He was never fit to be the clan leader."

"Not to mention, he doesn't deserve to be with Sister Miko!"