Back Again

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Amazon Lily Island: Uchiha Clan Residence

With a sudden flicker, Kitaro, Shisui, Itachi, and Hancock reappeared, accompanied by two large containers full of supplies. Their sudden return did not go unnoticed.

"Kitaro is back! And… Lady Snake Princess!"

In no time, the residence was abuzz with excitement. Unlike Konoha Village, the Uchiha clan residence here was more open, allowing the residents of Nine Snake Island to come and go freely. The female warriors of Amazon Lily soon gathered, excited to see their beloved leader.

"Sister, you're finally back!" Marigold, Hancock's sister, rushed over, her face flushed with relief and joy. Tears streamed down her cheeks. "I thought… I thought you weren't coming back!"

"Don't be silly," Hancock replied, patting her sister's shoulder. "I was only away for a few days."

Elder Nyon hobbled over, shaking her head. "You're the Empress, Hancock! Running off like that, even for love, is far too reckless! What's next? Abandon Amazon Lily?"

Hancock smirked. "And what could you know, old woman? Unlike some, I would never abandon my people."

With that, she turned to the containers she'd brought. She opened one, revealing her purchases: a trove of high-quality weapons she'd gathered for the island's warriors.

"These are gifts for all of you," she announced. "Take them and use them well."

The female warriors gasped in delight as they looked at the fine weaponry. Strength was beauty on Amazon Lily, and weapons were highly valued, yet often scarce due to the island's lack of mineral resources.

"You're amazing, Lady Snake!" one warrior said, admiring a new blade.

"Thank you, Lady Hancock! You thought of us even while you were away!"

Hancock's face softened. She had missed her sisters in spirit and in arms, and seeing their excitement warmed her heart.

Just then, she turned to Kitaro. "I'll go back to the palace to tend to some matters. Promise me you won't leave again without me."

Kitaro gave her a warm smile and nodded. "Don't worry. I'll be here. Next time, you'll be with me."

As Hancock left, blushing slightly, the crowd's admiration only grew.

"Eeeee! Kitaro and Lady Snake seems to be a perfect match!"

"They're so romantic! Only he's worthy of her!"

Kitaro merely smiled, watching the scene with a sense of belonging that was as rare as it was cherished. He knew that this was only the beginning of what they could achieve together on this Island. They will soon began travelling the multiverse together.

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As Hancock departed with a group of her people, carrying large boxes of weapons, a familiar voice sounded behind them.

"Good, you all are back!"

The Uchiha patriarch, Fugaku, emerged from the gathering with Mikoto and the beaming young Sasuke beside him.

"Brother! Brother Kitaro! Brother Shisui!" Sasuke's excitement bubbled over as he dashed forward to greet them.

Seeing his little brother's enthusiasm, Itachi's usually stoic expression softened, a rare smile crossing his face. Awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan had left Itachi steeped in a lot of negative emotions, but he knew that his family was still intact—not like he saw. What he didn't know was that all of this was thanks to Kitaro's intervention. If Kitaro hadn't been there, preventing the Uchiha clan's coup, he would have lost everything.

"Brother, I have great news for you!" Sasuke exclaimed. "I'm going to be a big brother soon!"

Kitaro, Shisui, and Itachi exchanged stunned glances, then turned to Fugaku and Mikoto with wide eyes.

"Clan leader… Aunt Mikoto… you…" Kitaro began, his surprise unmistakable.

"Mom, is that true?!" Itachi asked with an excited expression.

Mikoto looked slightly embarrassed, while Fugaku chuckled with a hint of awkwardness. "I'm simply leading by example," he said. "As clan leader, I must contribute to the clan's future."

Shisui grinned. "This is great news! I didn't expect you'd be so… still young, Clan leader."

"What do you mean!, Shisui," Fugaku replied, pretending to be offended. He was only thirty-eight, and without the usual pressure from Konoha's politics, he had begun to look and feel more relaxed.

Sasuke was the most excited, "I'm going to be a big brother. hahaha."

The joyous news filled Itachi with warmth as he processed what it meant: a new member of the Uchiha family.

Then, Kitaro spoke up, surprising them all further. "Clan leader, since we're sharing good news, I have some to add. Itachi has awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan."

The entire Uchiha clan stared in shock. After Kitaro had enlightened the clan about their bloodline's potential, everyone knew how rare and powerful the Mangekyō Sharingan was. It marked a transformation beyond the three-tomoe Sharingan that few could achieve, even with talent, effort, and a bit of luck.

Fugaku's eyes widened. "Is this true?" he asked, scarcely believing it.

In response, Itachi's eyes shifted, and the iconic, triangular pinwheel pattern of the Mangekyō Sharingan appeared.

"It's true!" Fugaku's face broke into a broad smile as he shouted, "Wonderful! Just wonderful!"

Fugaku's pride in his son swelled. Itachi had awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan at only eleven, an accomplishment that placed him among the clan's pillars. Now, counting himself, Shisui, and Kitaro, there were four Mangekyō Sharingan wielders in the Uchiha clan—more than at any other time in their history.

This milestone wasn't just a sign of recovery; it hinted at the Uchiha clan reaching new heights.

Sasuke gazed at his older brother with admiration. "Brother, you unlocked the Mangekyō Sharingan! That's incredible!"

Itachi patted Sasuke's head with a fond smile. "It wasn't something I did alone," he said. "Kitaro and Shisui helped me. Without them, it would've been much harder."

Kitaro nodded. "This power is something you earned through your own strength and resilience, Itachi. I only gave you the opportunity."

To avoid the tragedies of their past, Kitaro had chosen not to disclose the exact method of awakening the Mangekyō to the clan. Instead, he had promised that when a member felt their Sharingan had reached its limit, he would assist them, preventing those with extreme personalities from resorting to dangerous measures.

Fugaku, overjoyed, invited Kitaro inside, and several family members gathered around. As they caught up, Kitaro recounted the recent battle against the Marines and other events, thrilling the clan with tales of his adventures.

"I didn't realize so much had happened in such a short time," Fugaku remarked, shaking his head. "Kitaro, what brings you back to us?"

"The security company is established," Kitaro replied. "This is the foundation of the Uchiha clan in this world. To support and expand our work, I'll need some manpower."

The clan members buzzed with excitement. As fighters, many were eager to take on new challenges, knowing the outside world held strong opponents.

"How many people will you need?" Fugaku asked, seeing this as a chance for his clansmen to gain experience.

"Only ten for now," Kitaro explained. "Right now, we're focused on the City of Water Seven. We'll expand gradually and will need more people then."

Fugaku nodded approvingly. "Slow growth is wise. We don't want to overreach."

With that settled, Kitaro inquired about the clan's situation. Fugaku shared surprising news: fifty-four women in the clan, including those from Amazon Lily, were now expecting.

Since the Uchiha men were the only ones on Amazon Lily Island, these pregnancies signaled a new generation of Uchiha was on the way. The future of the Uchiha clan had never looked so bright.

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