Chapter 491: Is This What Favor Looks Like?

Lian Ye imagined the scene of himself, having awakened the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, shedding the Rinnegan, and punching Madara Uchiha.

He laughed out loud repeatedly along the way, and bought the ingredients with even greater vigor.

The ninja patrolling the road, upon seeing Lord Lian Ye leisurely buying groceries, were stunned into speechlessness.

Madara Uchiha's attempt to capture all Tailed Beasts and carry out the Moon's Eye Plan.

It had already been spread throughout the village, and everyone knew.

Nevertheless, Lord Lian Ye continued to buy groceries leisurely, apparently having already devised a way to deal with Madara.

The ninja's tension was eased by Lian Ye's behavior.

At this critical juncture, they still had the mind to shop for groceries and cook.

Doesn't this imply that Lord Lian Ye has complete confidence in dealing with Madara Uchiha?

Soon thereafter, the news spread rapidly.

In response, a certain person who was buying ingredients to prepare a sumptuous meal for Qianshou Feijian was unaware.

"Buy a portion of everything that old kid likes."

Lian Ye intends to prepare a full Manchu–Han banquet for Qianshou Feijian, so that after a hearty meal they'll have the strength for research…

Aiming to find a solution to the Pupil Power consumption issue.

"Lian Ye, you really are here!"

Uchiha Jing, upon seeing Lian Ye buying ingredients at the market, exclaimed excitedly.

"Jing, aren't you protecting Mizuto Ayi?"

Lian Ye, upon seeing Uchiha Jing arrive unexpectedly, asked curiously.

"But you came at just the right moment; help me carry some things."

Uchiha Jing took a massive pile of ingredients, his mouth twitching slightly.

He didn't understand why he was buying so much food.

Will we be able to finish it?

"Lian Ye, have you thought of a way to deal with Madara?" Uchiha Jing asked, revealing his purpose for coming.

It was precisely because someone's leisurely shopping had spread throughout the village that the Mito elder sent him over to probe the situation.

"How did you know?" Lian Ye asked curiously.

Qianshou Feijian had just briefed him on the situation, and the news already spread to others.

Jing, that guy, can't he plant a spy in his house?

Could the news that Madara is still alive give the Uchiha Clan hope?!

"So the rumors were true! Quickly tell me your plan!" Uchiha Jing asked excitedly.

Indeed, Lian Ye, whom he knows, devised a counterstrategy in such a short time.

"Keep it secret." Lian Ye said mysteriously.

Currently, Qianshou Feijian has only put forward one concept, and whether it can be realized remains to be examined.

He doesn't want to give his companions too much hope.

Sometimes the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment…

Upon hearing that, Uchiha Jing, sensing the nuance, said nothing more.

Since Lian Ye has no intention of speaking, there must be his own considerations.

He only needs to report the facts.

"You still haven't explained how you knew." Lian Ye asked curiously.

He had just left, and the news had already reached Jing; the information traveled perhaps too swiftly.

"Your grocery‑shopping matter…"

Uchiha Jing told him about his leisurely grocery shopping, which had spread throughout the village.

Lian Ye: "..."

The unseen speculation is most lethal, leading them to accidentally stumble upon the truth.

If Qianshou Feijian truly can help him solve his eye problem, then he could freely wield the Kaleidoscope Dojutsu.

At that point, there is a strong possibility of dealing with Ban Daye.

When this matter surfaced, Lian Ye no longer felt like buying ingredients; otherwise, they could concoct even more outlandish versions.

He called on Uchiha Jing to help carry the ingredients home.

"Jing, the Uchiha Clan isn't experiencing any problems, right?"

On the road, Lian Ye asked his most pressing question.

He worries that the Uchiha Clan might want to re‑align with Madara, then launch a combined internal and external assault that would inflict massive damage on Konoha Village.

Such a thing, the Eagle Faction could indeed pull off.

Who would have them constantly name‑drop Madara, now that they learn he isn't dead.

There is a great chance they will become fanatical followers of Madara.

"Everything is normal at the moment," Uchiha Jing said.

Since he awakened the Kaleidoscope Sharingan, he has used his formidable power to suppress the Uchiha Eagle Faction.

These people are much more honest than before.

"Don't be careless; ensure they don't collude with Lord Ban."

What Lian Ye worries about most is this.

"I understand; I'll have people strengthen surveillance," Uchiha Jing said gravely.

Lian Ye's worries are not unfounded; he indeed needs tighter oversight.

He, who possesses the Kaleidoscope Sharingan, is already the strongest of the Uchiha Clan, not counting some person who was expelled from the clan.

Since the Uchiha Clan values strength above all, he naturally has a group of followers.

If nothing unexpected happens, when that old guy Uchiha Tanaka retires, Jing will be the next clan head.

The two talked and arrived at the Senju Clan Land.

Because Lian Ye's house is behind Uncle Hashirama's place, he saw the idle Senju Hashirama at the doorway.

"Lian Ye, why did you buy so many delicacies? Are you going to treat us to a meal?"

He saw Lian Ye carrying so many ingredients and rubbed his hands excitedly.

Since parting with Spot, he hasn't had Lian Ye's cooking for a long time.

He indeed feels a bit nostalgic.

"Uncle Hashirama, wait until I'm done and I'll call you all over for a meal," Lian Ye said with a smile.

He hasn't invited anyone to his home for a meal in several years.

Taking advantage of the abundance of ingredients this time, he'll call everyone over.

"Lian Yejun, you finally thought of us!" Zhuan Qin Xiaochun exclaimed excitedly.

Since the end of the first Ninja World War, the few of them have hardly ever eaten Lian Ye's delicacies.

"Haha, finally we can feast," Yuanfei Rizhan said with a laugh.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang's face showed anticipation, his Adam's apple bobbing slightly.

"Lian Ye, could you make a Lion's Head?"

Back then he ate Lian Ye's Lion's Head, and that flavor remains unforgettable to this day.

Because of a single Lion's Head, he and Rizhan were willing to fight fiercely.

That alone proves the Lion's Head's deliciousness.

"No problem, I'll make extra for you then," Lian Ye agreed immediately.

The menu originally didn't have Red-braised Lion's Head as an option, but Tuan Cang volunteered to request it.

A good brother's small request must be fulfilled!

"Lian Ye, may we order dishes?" Uchiha Jing asked expectantly.

At those words, everyone subconsciously looked at Lian Ye, awaiting his reply.

Although Lian Ye's food is always delicious, there are always some dishes they prefer more.

Wouldn't it be better if they could order?

"Sorry, I've already bought the ingredients; I don't accept ordering service, ha."

Lian Ye refused without hesitation; if everyone orders a dish, he'd be worked to death.

Besides, the original purpose of buying the groceries was to reward that old kid, Feijian.

These dishes are all the foods that old Feijian loves to eat.

Not everyone has the right to order dishes.

Everyone: "……"

Why is Tuan Cang allowed to order, but they aren't?!

Is this favoritism?

"Alright, when the dishes are ready, I'll call you."

Lian Ye called on Uchiha Jing to help carry the ingredients back home.

Leaving only the others with a look of lingering resentment.

Of course, the smug Tuan Cang is not counted.

Hmph, not everyone is entitled to the same rights as him…

He is Lian Ye's best brother!