Chapter 25
: A World Where Only Danzo is Wounded!
Chapter 25: A World Where Only Danzo is Wounded!
Konoha Hokage Building.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, Danzo Shimura, Homura Mitokado, and Koharu Utatane—the Konoha F4—are once again gathered in the Hokage's office.
Crack!
The exploding sparks and billowing smoke, centered on the pipe in Hiruzen Sarutobi's hand, relentlessly pressed down on the three equally silent people beside him.
However, even Koharu Utatane, the environmentalist from the medical department, was in no mood to scold her old friend for his unhealthy lifestyle, let alone Mitokado Ero, who was also silent, and Shimura Danzo, whose expression was somewhat frighteningly gloomy.
Susanoo!
More than thirty years later, they finally saw once again the evil power hidden deep within the bloodline of the Uchiha clan.
Even after all these long years, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Danzo Shimura, Homura Mitokado, and Koharu Utatane still could not forget the day Madara Uchiha returned to Konoha.
The puppet-like nine-tailed fox, the Susanoo giant as large as a mountain, countless comrades who perished in the aftermath of the battle—all of this…
The Konoha F4, who were only in their early twenties back then, are now all of retirement age. But when they go to the Valley of the End to witness the traces of the fierce battle they fought back then, they still feel an indescribable shock and excitement in their hearts.
pat!
The Third Hokage accidentally dropped his pipe to the ground, and at that moment, the four people in the room seemed to receive a signal, finally struggling out of the fear of the memories.
Madara Uchiha possessed the Mangekyou Sharingan, but the Mangekyou Sharingan does not represent Madara Uchiha. This is a point that the Konoha F4, who inherited the legacy of the Second Hokage Tobirama Senju, clearly understood.
However, the Uchiha with the Mangekyou Sharingan and the Uchiha without it are two completely different beings for the Konoha F4.
After all, with the power of Susanoo comparable to that of a tailed beast, combined with the powerful combat skills of the Uchiha clan, it is definitely a sharp dagger capable of tearing through any battlefield.
Even though this dagger was placed on the edge of the village, the cold wind emanating from its blade was still incredibly biting.
"Hiruzen, make your move! The Root is ready!"
Danzo Shimura's cold voice rang out as he looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with a sneer.
Among the silent crowd in the Hokage's office at this moment, perhaps only Shimura Danzo secretly felt a hint of smugness.
If he could gather all the power of Konoha to eliminate the Uchiha clan, then Konoha would surely belong to him, Shimura Danzo.
After all, someone who ordered the annihilation of a powerful clan in Konoha is no longer fit to be Hokage, especially since Hiruzen Sarutobi was only temporarily serving as Hokage.
By then!
As the greatest contributor to this civil war, Danzo Shimura, the "Dark of the Ninja World," will inevitably be promoted and given a raise (to fund the war), become CEO (commander of the anti-Uchiha coalition army), and become chairman (Hokage of Konoha), thus leading Konoha to the pinnacle of his life (in the ninja world)!
"Shimura Danzo!"
The worry on Hiruzen Sarutobi's face vanished instantly, replaced by an aura of imposing authority.
"I am the Hokage!"
The 'Ninja Bear,' which had been dormant for more than ten years, was revived before Shimura Danzo's eyes. Its powerful aura sent a shiver down his spine, as if he had returned to the desolate years when he was suppressed by Sarutobi Hiruzen at every turn.
but!
As his gaze swept over Hiruzen Sarutobi's wrinkled face, Danzo Shimura's old face once again broke into a smile, and a strange sense of confidence welled up in his heart.
"You'll regret this..."
Danzo Shimura turned his head away disdainfully, but the flames of his lust for power and the chilling killing intent in his heart grew ever stronger.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, you're getting old!
Your heart is filled with hesitation and uncertainty.
You are Konoha bathed in sunlight, while I am the root in the darkness. Only the root in the darkness can draw nourishment and strengthen Konoha, this towering tree!
Upon seeing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes flashed with deep gloom. With political wisdom far exceeding that of "ordinary people," he naturally saw through Danzo's little scheme at a glance.
but!
Unless he personally takes a stand, everything Shimura Danzo has done is nothing but a clown's act...
Based on his understanding of Danzo's personality, Hiruzen Sarutobi believed that even if that day ever came and he had to make that 'painful' decision, some people would still be unable to resist taking matters into their own hands and 'prematurely' making their move!
"snort!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi snorted coldly again, inwardly despising Danzo before looking towards the Uchiha clan's territory once more.
There it is!
Even from this distance, the deafening roar of flames and thunder could still be faintly perceived as a fierce battle.
Hiruzen Sarutobi wasn't too concerned about this farcical event, but the appearance of a Kaleidoscope was completely unexpected.
At this moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi desperately wanted to obtain information about the newly appeared Mangekyou Sharingan, but the Uchiha clan had sealed off all information from the outside world, and there was no other way to obtain information except through visual observation.
What?
The art of telescopes?
That thing must have some other use besides peeping into the women's bathhouse, right? Chakra isn't something that's so convenient.
Not to mention the Uchiha, who are already exceptionally sensitive to chakra!
So right now!
Hiruzen Sarutobi could only wait and take necessary precautions. As long as he stabilized his base, neither the Uchiha nor Danzo posed a threat.
According to the information Shisui had previously sent back, this so-called martial arts tournament would only last for three days, and in that short time, nothing uncontrollable would happen.
Three days later, after obtaining information about the newly emerged kaleidoscope, they no longer need to be as passive as they were at this point.
As Hiruzen Sarutobi bent down to pick up his pipe, he spoke calmly to the other three people in the Hokage's office.
"Go down!"
"Hiruzen, what do you mean?"
At this moment, Shimura Danzo inexplicably felt a familiar malice and immediately looked angrily at the Third Hokage in front of him, questioning him.
"Konoha must not be thrown into chaos! Keep your ulterior motives to yourself!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Danzo indifferently, then his voice suddenly rose three octaves again.
"I am the Hokage!"
"You will..."
Shimura Danzo paused for a moment, then, under the 'Oni's' piercing gaze, he angrily closed his one eye.
Immediately, Danzo Shimura stood up, then abruptly turned and walked out of the office.
I will solve it in my own way!
As Danzo kicked the door open and left, Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu, who had been silent in the office for a long time, exchanged a glance. Although they did not communicate at all, they still understood each other's feelings.
Foolish Danzo!
He's been like this for so many years, shrewd in small matters but muddle-headed in big ones. How can someone like that be entrusted with great responsibilities?
"Hiruzen, leave the communication between the various ninja clans to me and Haru-chan. For the Will of Fire!"
Mitokado Homura slowly rose and bowed slightly to Sarutobi Hiruzen, then resolutely expressed his loyalty.
From their brief conversation, Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu already understood the Third Hokage's attitude. Having worked professionally for many years, they were naturally not blinded by power like Danzo.
Although he was somewhat "reluctant" that his old friend of many years was about to fall into a trap, Danzo was indeed the most suitable person to take the blame for this.
All they can do is stand firmly at the pinnacle of power and continue to wield supreme authority at the top of the ninja world, so as not to betray the great sacrifice made by Shimura Danzo.
In an instant!
A smile as bright as spring sunshine once again graced the gloomy Hokage's office!
"For the Will of Fire!"
……
(End of this chapter)