Chapter 20 The 180th Steps of Nanga Shrine
The question of what kind of gods is worshipped by the Minamiga Shrine once confused about the question of Soshen in his childhood for a long time. As a public activity place used by the Uchiha clan to hold family gatherings, this shrine is also one of the private property of the Uchiha clan. However, unlike the tribes that have been relocated several times, the Minamiga Shrine has always been located in the corner of the village.
It's interesting to say that the two relocations have brought the Uchiha family's tribe closer to the Minaka Shrine.
"Sonian, I remember that when you were a child, you ran around to investigate the identity of the gods worshipped in the Nanga Shrine. Every day, you climb up and down the shrine. The old man who guarded the shrine often complained to people that you were too annoying." Uchiha Arashiyama stood at Torii in front of the shrine, looking at the ancient buildings that had been long in front of him, and said with emotion.
Staying in a corner of the village may not be a bad thing.
At least during the Nine Tails Rebellion, the Nanga Shrine was not affected at all.
"It's a pity that I haven't figured out which god is worshipped by the Nanga Shrine." So Sen also recalled that happy childhood. Before he was sent to the battlefield, his childhood was quite pleasant and free.
In order to maximize the power of this invisible treasure [Knight does not die by bare hands], he led a group of friends of similar age, including Chihara Uchiha, Duoha Uchiha, Jun Uchiha, and Beidou, and other friends of similar age to play treasure hunting games, and was delusional to discover hidden treasures from the Uchiha family's clan land.
The result is naturally in vain.
There is a perception ninja comparable to a radar. Any treasure has been found long ago, and where is his turn to pick up the bargain.
However, during the treasure hunt, what kind of gods is worshipped in the Nanga Shrine? This question inadvertently entangled with Son-Shen, which made him confused for a long time. And it has not been answered yet. After all, although the Nanga Shrine is a shrine, the statues worshipped were destroyed and disappeared from time to time.
He also asked his grandfather, "Why isn't the shrine worshipping gods?", and got a foolish "The shrine has always been like this!". The answer was that Zong Xian, who was very dissatisfied with this, also read classics in the family's library. However, the Uchiha tribe has many killings without blinking. Apart from a large number of outdated and old ninjutsu scrolls, there are not many serious history books in the library.
"Sonian, you have noticed something that others have never noticed since childhood. If it weren't for the question that you asked why there were no gods in the shrine, I'm afraid I might not think there is something strange about the Minaka Shrine." Uchiha Arashiyama said with a smile.
"That's because you lack a curiosity."
"Curiosity? Maybe you're right! I'm really not interested in the gods worshipped in the shrine."
"You are really old-fashioned!"
"Whatever you say, I think people should live steadily."
"Lanshan, you are only eighteen years old this year, why do I feel like you are like an 80-year-old man?"
"If I can live to the age of eighty, it will be a future I can't ask for!"
After the sunset sank into the mountain, standing on the 180-level steps of the Shrine Hall, you can see the smoke gradually extinguishing in the Uchiha tribe.
"It's almost time."
Uchiha Arashiyama cheered up.
I don’t know if it’s tradition or something. The Uchiha clan’s gatherings are always held after dinner in the evening. At about this time, everyone has time? No one can answer Zongxian’s question. The clans’ people only know how to abide by the rules and traditions. Few people will study why these rules and traditions are there.
"Oh! I've seen people."
A figure appeared on the Hallo stone steps below.
"It's so fast!" Zongxian sighed and looked at Uchiha Arashiyama beside him and said, "I find that the tribesmen seem to like gatherings. Every time they hold a gathering, those tribesmen who are forced to stay to protect the safety of the tribe's land have a gloomy face as if they have stepped on shit."
"I don't know if you ask me. You can study these strange questions slowly! I can't answer your questions."
Uchiha Arashiyama spread his hands.
He really didn't know that Zong Xian was smart since childhood and was famous for being strange in the family. He always felt that he could not think of it with other children, and always asked a bunch of strange questions that made people feel inexplicable but could not answer.
Zong Xian did not ask because the figure climbing the steps approached.
"Ranshan, Zongxian, you two came so early!"
The tribe members who climbed up from the steps waved and greeted the two of them.
"Uncle Eighth Generation, you came very early."
Zongxian curled his lips, but he didn't expect that the first person he met was Uchiha Eighth Agent, a die-hard supporter of Uchiha Fuga. As a senior ninja in the clan, Uchiha Eighth Agent not only has strong strength that cannot be underestimated, but also has deep trust among the clansmen because of his rich experience in the police force.
This guy is probably one of the stumbling blocks tonight's rally.
"Zongxian, I advise you not to take the reputation of outsiders too seriously. You are still too young and want to lead the family forward. I will definitely support you in the next ten years, but now... Fugao is more stable and reliable...."
"Uncle Eighth Generation, I have made up my mind. Please don't waste any more words."
Before Uchiha's Eighth Dayu finished speaking, Soonian refused.
Uchiha Yayoi was not angry either. He was able to gain the trust of a large number of tribesmen in the police force. His energy was not as shallow as it was so simple. Seeing that So Sen was stubborn, he just gave up his plan of persuasion and went straight to the secret room of His Highness the Shrine.
Next,
The tribesmen came up along the stairs of the dojo. When they met their supporters who had been drawn over, Zong Xian and Arashiyama stepped forward and said a few words to each other, contacted each other, confirmed that the other party's position was still firm, and then let them go to the secret room.
When you meet a guy who is hesitant and has a weak will, he will not move and will still let him go, but when he leaves Lanshan, he will immediately draw a stroke on his notebook.
"Arashiyama, how do you feel?"
When most of the tribe members who attended the rally entered the secret room of His Highness the Shrine, Zongxian glanced at the stone steps without a figure and opened up the conversation, "What are the number of our supporters?"
"It's a bit subtle!"
Arashiyama looked through the notebook in his hand, "Even if Elder Jun chose to support us, compared to the supporters of the Fugao clan leader... half and half! It was not possible to widen the gap that could make everyone convinced and recognized, so I was still too anxious. If I could have more time, even a week..."
“The problem is we don’t have that much time.”
Zong Xian sighed. It was indeed not so easy to usurp the throne. He was not going to use too rough means to achieve his goal, but... it was probably difficult to get what he wanted. "So, let's talk about it... it's still necessary to use force in the end!"
"It's probably inevitable."
Chapter completed!