Chapter 9: Third Hokage and Shisui
"How is it? What is the atmosphere and opinions in the clan? Especially the chief Fugaku, what do you think about the relocation of your clan's residence? Shisui?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen strolled in his courtyard, looking at Shisui with a turbid but very deep look, and asked softly.
Although Sarutobi Hiruzen is not as ruthless as Shimura Danzo.
But as the Hokage of Hidden Leaf Village.
Sarutobi Hiruzen is not as kind and gentle as he looks. In the original work, he seems to have repeatedly proposed to use negotiations to peacefully resolve the conflict with the Uchiha clan. Although, indeed, he does not want to fight with the Uchiha clan, it is not out of kindness. He is worried about his reputation and the loss of the village as a whole. In any case, the Uchiha clan and the Sharingan are very powerful bloodline limits!
If the Hidden Leaf Village loses this bloodline limit.
For the future.
It is a big loss!
This is also the biggest reason why Sarutobi Hiruzen is reluctant to take action against the Uchiha clan.
Otherwise.
The Nine-Tails Rebellion took place in the 48th year of Konoha. Why did the clan have to wait for seven years to be destroyed?
Even if it was delayed for a while because of Shisui's death.
But in essence, it is because Sarutobi Hiruzen has not made up his mind.
From this point of view, if we say that Sarutobi Hiruzen has the intention to resolve the conflict peacefully, it can be considered a little bit.
This time the clan relocation plan.
It is not only a precaution against the Uchiha clan, but also a test by Sarutobi Hiruzen.
He wants to see how many people in the Uchiha clan have ulterior motives and whether that mysterious Uchiha is connected with the entire Uchiha clan.
At least, during this period, the way Sarutobi Hiruzen thought was similar to how his mentor, the Second Hokage, treated the Uchiha clan that had started the rebellion at that time. He executed the cruel people in the clan and left some Uchiha people who could serve the village and obey his orders. Just like the Second Hokage cultivated the Uchiha Kagami and then influenced a small number of Uchiha clan members, Sarutobi Hiruzen also planned to treat Shisui as the "Kagami" he cultivated! Then it would spread to the entire Uchiha clan. This was Sarutobi Hiruzen's most sincere thought at the moment.
Therefore, the real meaning of this relocation of the garrison was here.
Shisui was the best and only intelligence officer for Sarutobi Hiruzen to collect the internal intelligence of Uchiha.
"Yes, Third-generation Lord, the clan does have many complaints about the relocation, and quite a few clan members are unwilling to relocate, but the clan leader and several elders have expressed their willingness to obey the village's orders and carry out the relocation work according to the original plan within the specified time."
Shisui followed the Third-generation Lord closely and responded calmly.
"Oh? Not only Fugaku, but other elders also agree."
Sarutobi Hiruzen seemed a little surprised, and his footsteps paused slightly. He turned his head looked at Shisui again and asked softly.
"Yes, there are elders who are silent occasionally, but no elders directly raised objections."
It's not that these people don't say it, but in the current situation, they no longer have too many choices or even the right to refuse. The higher they are in a high position, the more likely they are to worry too much. They are the group of people who understand Fugaku's choice the most, unlike those young people in the clan in their twenties who only act and say what they think in their hearts.
Although Shisui was only 12 years old, he was precocious enough to understand the solemn atmosphere of the gathering. Even though he was a spy of the Third Hokage and reported the intelligence of the clan to the Third Hokage, he would not lie, but he could choose more moderate words in his words.
Unlike the complete lunatic Uchiha Itachi in the original work.
Shisui still had a clan in his heart.
He didn't want to see the clan betray the village or even cause the village to fall into war because of his clan's selfish desires.
But he didn't want to see the clan being completely liquidated.
He wanted to be like his ancestor, Uchiha Kagami, leading the clan to a truly bright path and allowing the clan to fully integrate into the village.
Become a member of the village.
It can be said that Hiruzen and Shisui have an unusual tacit understanding on this point. One wants to become the 'Second Hokage', and the other wants to become the 'Uchiha Kagami', and both want to be more perfect than their ancestors.
"If this is true, it is indeed the best thing. Shisui, you must understand that this turmoil affects not only the Uchiha clan but also hundreds of thousands of people in the village. The death of the fourth generation is the clearest signal. You must remember this and be alert to any disturbance in the clan. Find out the mastermind as soon as possible, so that your clan and the village can truly return to the peace of the past!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Uchiha Shisui steadily.
He said it in a slightly low voice.
The Third Hokage had high hopes for this direct descendant of his former companion. There was a moment when Sarutobi Hiruzen even thought of accepting him as his disciple, but his identity, age, and some special delicate situations hindered him.
He only had a hint of it, but it was cut off by himself.
Even so.
Sarutobi Hiruzen was still very willing to believe in Shisui.
Will become the next 'Kagami'!
Become the key to Konoha's further control and utilization of the power of the Uchiha clan.
"Yes, Third Hokage, I understand!"
Shisui also kneeled on one knee immediately after hearing the words of the Third Hokage and responded with a very solemn expression.
"Well, go ahead, keep an eye on the situation in the clan at any time, and report immediately if anyone shows any abnormality!"
"Yes!"
Shisui suddenly lowered his head in response.
Then, Sarutobi Hiruzen waved his hand gently.
"Swoosh!"
He jumped up and disappeared from the spot.
The situation of all parties mixing.
The huge turmoil caused by the Nine-tailed Demon Fox has just begun to show its waves, not only reflected in the connection within the Hidden Leaf Village.
More worth mentioning is.
When the Hidden Leaf Village was destroyed by nearly one-fifth of its area due to the Nine-tailed Demon Fox riot, more than ten thousand people were killed and injured, and the news that the young Fourth Hokage, who had just succeeded to the throne for more than a year, was directly spread throughout the ninja world.
All countries and major ninja villages caused corresponding commotion.
Especially the two major ninja villages of Hidden Cloud Village and Hidden Rock Village.
Almost at the moment of receiving the news.
There was a large number of ninja combat troops mobilized, and the restless posture reversely affected the entire Konoha.
The hearts of Konoha's high-ranking officials, including Sarutobi Hiruzen, Shimura Danzo, Utatane Koharu, and Mito Kado Homura, all tightened.
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