manynovel Chapter 65 Discarding the Donkey After It Has Served Its Purpose
Chapter 65 Discarding the Donkey After It Has Served Its Purpose
The next day.
Konoha Village.
Ordinary members of the Uchiha clan continued to live in Konoha as usual.
However, some combat personnel lingered near the various families for a while.
Because the Uchiha clan consisted of highly skilled fighters, the Anbu were unsure whether they had been left behind or were under genjutsu.
They had no choice but to report all the information they had gathered.
Most of the people sent out by the Uchiha were just creating a false impression.
However, it is true for the Hyuga clan.
Uchiha Norihiko's exceptional skills allowed him to successfully deliver Konan's explosive tags to Hyuga Mitsunobu.
And it was made clear that the event would take place that evening.
Let Guangxin make plans as soon as possible.
After all, in the eyes of the Uchiha, Mitsunori should be considered an outcast of the Hyuga clan.
He will definitely die, but he must have made a deal with the main family.
After all, if the main family is truly determined to kill Guangxin, even a bird in a cage cannot escape.
However, the Uchiha clan was unaware that they, too, had been manipulated by Mitsuaki.
After receiving the explosive tags from the Uchiha clan, Guangxin personally delivered them to the designated location under the guise of an inspection patrol.
After all, Guangxin is now the only elder of the branch family and is deeply respected by the branch family members.
Naturally, it was done without anyone noticing.
After finishing all this, Guangxin returned to his room.
Not long after, Sota came to see him.
"Lord Guangxin, we've received word that the Uchiha clan is planning a coup tonight."
"Furthermore, Uchiha members are often seen near the major Konoha clans, but they only stay for a short while before leaving."
Guangxin waved his hand slightly: "It's nothing, this is what the Uchiha showed to Konoha."
"Report all this information to the main family as usual and let them handle it themselves."
"However, tonight is likely to be anything but peaceful."
"Sōta, remember this: whatever the Uchiha do tonight, we, the Hyuga branch family, must not get involved."
"We must protect our own vital forces."
"Yes!"
After Sota went down.
Guangxin took out several storage scrolls and put them into a special pocket.
Then he went to Sota's place alone.
……
The Hokage's office.
The Third Hokage, Koharu Utatane, and Homura Mitokado all appeared here.
And with the sound of his cane, Danzo, after being unconscious for a week, walked into his office.
With the door closed, only the four of them remained in the space.
The four of them originally had the same teacher.
They are also the four people with the highest power in Konoha now.
Anyone with a modicum of common sense would know what's going to happen.
"Danzo, look what you've done!" Koharu Utatane said angrily.
Danzo's cold gaze swept over them.
He didn't argue; Koharu Utatane couldn't possibly be unaware that this was at Hiruzen Sarutobi's behest.
This is clearly an attempt to gain the upper hand over the Third Hokage in their communication.
As expected, Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke up: "Alright, Koharu, now it's time to figure out how to resolve this matter."
Danzo tapped the ground with his cane, making a crisp sound:
"No need for all that, Hiruzen. Everyone knows what's really going on here."
Hiruzen Sarutobi gave Homura Mitokado a wink, and Homura Mitokado then spoke up:
"There are now more than three hundred bounty hunters gathered on the outskirts of Konoha."
"We also have spies from various countries, all trying to find out the true strength of our Konoha."
"The Uchiha clan has been very active this morning, constantly contacting other clans, and all combat personnel in the clan are making preparations."
Danzo's eyes held not only gloom but also ruthlessness.
“You shouldn’t have stood by and watched when Root attacked the Uchiha.”
"These evil Uchiha are a menace if left alive."
The Third Hokage picked up his pipe and took a puff:
“Uchiha Itachi has turned the tables on us. We in Konoha have no reason to annihilate the Uchiha.”
The Third Hokage's words made some sense. Under the circumstances at the time, the other ninja clans were all in danger and collectively began to watch the battle.
His ANBU might not be able to defeat the Uchiha.
After all, everyone knows that the Uchiha are extremely powerful fighters, capable of taking on three opponents at the same level.
Not to mention, there are also three legendary Mangekyou Sharingan.
With Danzo in a coma, Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado wouldn't risk their own people's lives.
Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi's entire Anbu force were to fight them all, they might not be able to win.
"Hiruzen, you're getting more and more of a coward. Once you announce the Uchiha's betrayal, how many people can they possibly stop?!"
Danzo was an adventurous person; if he were the Hokage, he would probably declare the Uchiha clan a rebellion in the next second.
However, Hiruzen Sarutobi is different. Unless absolutely necessary, he will not waste his clansmen's resources when he is not confident.
He slowly took a drag of his cigarette:
"The people at the border have sent back news that the Uchiha clan has headed towards the Land of Wind and the Land of Earth."
"Although we don't know who the Uchiha have contacted, their attitude today is forcing me to make a statement."
Danzo had already understood the Third Hokage's subtext.
His face darkened: "Hiruzen Sarutobi, what do you want?"
The Third Hokage said calmly, "You shouldn't take on the position of Hokage's assistant for now."
"His status as an advisor elder must also be revoked first, and he will be subject to investigation."
Danzo's eyes were as gloomy as a venomous snake: "Are you going to discard me after I've served my purpose, Hiruzen!"
The Third Hokage slowly took a drag of his cigarette: "The Uchiha can pretend, or they can actually contact other ninja villages."
"Konoha needs peace, so I can only ask you to make this sacrifice."
I did all the dirty work, and now I'm the one taking the blame!
Danzo's eyes flashed with anger as he launched into a tirade against the Third Hokage:
"Hiruzen Sarutobi! Do you think this concession will satisfy the Uchiha clan?"
"The Uchiha clan's wolfish ambitions are uncontrollable."
"Why not take this opportunity to wipe out the Uchiha clan!"
The third generation frowned, took off his pipe, and tapped it on the table:
"Alright, it's settled then that you're being dismissed. You don't need to worry about the Uchiha clan anymore."
Danzo snorted angrily: "You'll regret this, Hiruzen!"
"Enough! I am the Hokage!"
The Third Hokage slammed his fist on the table and rebuked them just as angrily.
Danzo gave the three of them a cold look, then opened the door and walked out.
"Bang!" The loud slamming of the door shook it violently.
The Third Hokage frowned as he watched Danzo storm off in a huff.
Danzo, I hope you'll behave yourself during this time.
The Third Hokage ignored Danzo. Now it's not a question of whether Danzo agrees or not; it's about keeping the Uchiha under control.
Today, when Danzo was summoned, it was merely to inform him; he was not allowed to object.
However, Danzo's Root organization is complex and intertwined, even without the positions of Hokage's assistant and advisor elder.
These Root members who are loyal to Danzo will not disperse, since everyone in Root has been brainwashed into taking Danzo's form.
Koharu Utatane's face showed a hint of worry: "Hiruzen, what if Danzo causes us trouble at this time?"
The Third Hokage slowly exhaled a puff of smoke: "I will allocate a sum of money to him."
The Third Hokage's private treasury was extremely well-stocked, containing not only the inheritance of the Fourth Hokage and his wife, but also the inheritance of the Senju clan.
In this situation, as long as Danzo is compensated with some money, he won't resort to desperate measures.
Koharu Utatane nodded, clearly agreeing with Hiruzen Sarutobi's decision.
"What's next? Should we hold a high-level meeting?" Koharu Tsurugi asked.
Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head and said, "Too many people are eyeing the village. We need to teach them a lesson they won't forget!"
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