Chapter 81: How Dares a Mortal Gaze Upon the Sun! (Request Subscription!)

The man whom Sasuke regarded as his lifelong enemy, the one he dreamed of killing, had been locked up in the Naka River Grand Hotel.

In his mind, Uchiha Itachi was now wearing a prison uniform, performing “Tears Behind Bars” at the Naka River Grand Hotel.

This filled Uchiha Sasuke with great joy and gave him a new plan.

…

At the entrance of the Konoha Police Department.

Captain Sarutobi held Sasuke’s submitted application, his brow furrowed so tightly he could crush a fly.

The application titled “Transfer Request to the Naka River Grand Hotel” clearly stated:

Reason for application: To bring warmth to his big brother (physically).

Looking at this young man with a brilliant future ahead of him, he couldn’t help but urge again:

“Sasuke, have Itachi truly thought this through?”

“Transferring to the Naka River Grand Hotel as warden isn’t a wise choice.”

“That place is full of trouble and offers no promotion—rumor has it even high-ranking officials get locked up there for reflection.”

“If Itachi accidentally offend someone, your bright future will be utterly ruined.”

Captain Sarutobi sincerely hoped Sasuke would reconsider carefully and not destroy his future out of momentary impulse.

If Itachi want to perform “The Uchiha’s Revenge,” Itachi don’t need to become a warden—Itachi can wait until Itachi rise to the top of the Police Department.

Once Itachi become Chief of the Police Department, a mere prisoner is yours to control at will.

Sasuke’s Sharingan glowed with an eerie red light: “Captain Sarutobi, no more pleading. I’ve made up my mind.”

Uchiha Itachi is now imprisoned in the Naka River Grand Hotel—this is the opportunity Sasuke has long dreamed of.

Sasuke must enter as warden and give his onii-chan a proper welcome, a grand performance, so he can taste what it feels like to be tortured.

For instance, Chidori electric therapy service, Goemon Fireball sauna experience.

In his heart, nothing mattered more than this.

All talk of future advancement seemed trivial at this moment.

Seeing Sasuke’s resolve was firm, Captain Sarutobi sighed helplessly.

“Fine, I’ll submit your application right away. Itachi’ll likely get a response in a few days.”

“Go home and wait for news—consider it a vacation.”

At that moment, a voice came from afar.

“No need to wait—I approve it.”

Both Captain Sarutobi and Sasuke froze, their minds racing.

Who could be so arrogant?

Did Konoha really have someone this powerful?

They turned toward the source of the voice.

There walked a young man in the Hokage robe, accompanied by the high-ranking police officer Asama Kumon.

The Hokage robe shimmered brilliantly in the sunlight, as if the sun’s radiance itself draped over the boy.

So blinding!

Is this Konoha’s sun?

Both thought the same thought simultaneously and instinctively lowered their heads.

How dare a mortal gaze upon the sun!

“Your Majesty, the Fifth Hokage.”

Both spoke in unison.

Rojie walked up to Sasuke and patted his shoulder.

“Konoha police officers should learn from Uchiha Sasuke—voluntarily going to the most arduous posts.”

Then he turned to Asama Kumon and ordered: “Captain Asama, organize a lecture in a few days for the entire Police Department to study Sasuke’s Will of Fire.”

Asama Kumon bowed deeply: “Your wisdom, Hokage-sama. I’ll arrange it immediately.”

Rojie smiled at Sasuke: “Go to the Naka River Grand Hotel for a few years of training. When Itachi return, I’ll promote Itachi to Deputy Chief of Police.”

At these words, the surrounding police ninja erupted in shock, instantly turning into lemon factories.

Their eyes now brimmed with envy and jealousy.

“Uchiha Sasuke really hit the jackpot.”

“Yeah, the Hokage himself promised promotion—his career in the Police Department will now soar.”

“Itachi don’t get it—Sasuke’s father was once Chief of Police.”

“Ah, so it’s a family legacy… a lifetime job.”

Rojie smiled and said: “I’m going to inspect the Naka River Grand Hotel today. Come with me.”

Then he turned and walked toward the Naka River Grand Hotel.

Sasuke and Asama Kumon hurried to follow.

…

Naka River Grand Hotel.

Sasuke hurried off, busy with handover duties.

This Uchiha avenger was now lost in his script for “Prison Fengyun : Brotherly Bond,” unaware he was walking with his feet in sync.

Rojie and Asama Kumon arrived outside a cell.

The scene before him left the Fifth Hokage deep in thought.

Natural hot springs bubbled gently, massage chairs with built-in vibration mode…

At first glance, this wasn’t a prison—it was a luxury hotel suite.

It truly had become the Naka River Grand Hotel.

Jiraiya was lounging with one leg crossed, teaching Nagato his pickup techniques, while Konan brewed tea beside him.

The moment Rojie pushed open the door, all three looked up.

Before they could speak, Rojie’s voice shattered the silence.

“Jiraiya, Itachi’ve been appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Iwa Campaign!”

“From now on, Itachi’re in charge of all matters related to war against the Hidden Stone Village.”

Jiraiya’s smile instantly froze.

My retirement plan was writing erotic novels, not war strategies!

His eyes bulged, staring at Rojie as if he’d misheard.

“What? What did Itachi just say, Rojie?”

He leapt to his feet: “Itachi want me to lead the army against the Hidden Stone Village?”

Rojie’s expression turned grave, his gaze resolute: “The Hidden Stone Village provoked us first, openly declaring war.”

“Konoha cannot sit idle—we must retaliate.”

Jiraiya frowned deeply.

He sighed softly, thinking to himself.

So, war has finally broken out.

He knew this conflict was almost certainly due to Konoha’s military occupation of the Land of Rain.

But as a Konoha ninja, how could he retreat?

He couldn’t just give back the occupied territory.

Besides, the Land of Rain had nothing to do with the Hidden Stone Village.

After a moment’s hesitation, Jiraiya nodded.

“Fine. If that’s how it is, I accept.”

Rojie nodded in satisfaction upon hearing Jiraiya’s agreement.

“Actually, it’s not that complicated—Itachi only need to organize Konoha ninja for defense.”

“I plan to lead a force and swiftly penetrate the Hidden Stone Village, forcing their surrender.”

Here, Rojie turned his gaze to Nagato and Konan.

“The Akatsuki unit’s official formation has been approved—it will operate under the Anbu, with your original white-edged red-cloud emblem.”

“For this war, the Akatsuki unit will accompany me in the swift strike on the Hidden Stone Village.”

“Current members: Itachi two, and Uchiha Itachi.”

Nagato and Konan exchanged a glance, a complex emotion flickering in their eyes—but neither objected.

To Nagato, Rojie’s plan bore a certain resemblance to his own dream.

He had once envisioned a Tailed Beast weapon system, using their power to force the world into peace.

Rojie intended to use his own overwhelming strength to force the Hidden Stone Village to surrender.

In essence, it was not so different from his own Tailed Beast weapon plan.

(End of Chapter)