Naruto: From the capture of the main family to the behind-the-scenes mastermind

Chapter 49: Three Generations of Investigation (Part )

"Do you know what Minato's first reaction was when he saw this information?"

Sandai smiled awkwardly when he said this. "He asked me seriously if I had used the telescope technique to spy on him. Maybe the impression I left on him was too deep."

He did not explain what the telescope technique was used for. After all, one could guess its purpose from the name of the technique.

Not a very serious use...

The words of the Third Generation caused Hinata Yu to remain silent for a moment before he said, "The Fourth Generation just lacks a little experience."

Maybe it’s not just a matter of experience. Sometimes when he gets along with the fourth generation, he always feels that the other person is a little... stupid?

——A natural fool.

"Yes, although he is smart, he was not born into the ninja clan, and the education he received since childhood was also the basic abilities of a ninja. Later, Jiraiya became his teacher, but he didn't want to teach him these things."

At this point, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Hinata Tsubasa solemnly, "That's why he needs a trustworthy assistant."

Just listen to his humble words. How many people would have thought that Sarutobi Masaaki is his man?

If it were that easy to discover, the situation in Konoha would not have been in his hands all the time.

Hinata Yu did not continue the topic, but looked at the information on the table, "The information Elder Zhengming gave you mentioned the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki. Is he asking you to give an answer?"

In the information reported to his superiors, he specifically mentioned that he had induced the two consultants, and the content was very detailed. It was obvious that Sarutobi Masaaki was really worried about this matter.

"...Nine-Tails."

Sarutobi Hiruzen took a few more puffs of his pipe, exhaling thick white air, and said helplessly: "I can't give him the answer he wants."

Hinata Yu: "This is a problem that is bound to arise as Konoha develops."

"You should have thought about this question since the birth of Killer Bee, the perfect Jinchuriki of the Eight-Tails. I want to know your answer."

Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned and sighed, "No, I couldn't think of a suitable conclusion."

"The tailed beasts also have wisdom and emotions. Mito-sama once talked to me about this. If the Nine-Tails is sealed in the body of Konoha Jinchūriki, there will only be two results."

"First, the Kyuubi and a certain Jinchuriki reached a reconciliation, and the legacy will be passed down in Konoha forever."

"Second, the Nine-Tails' hatred for Konoha continues to accumulate, breaking the seal and destroying Konoha."

Sarutobi Hiruzen paused and continued, "Let's not talk about the latter. Let's just talk about the former. This is an unsolvable problem, and it's also what Masaaki is worried about."

"The wisdom of the tailed beasts is no less than that of humans. If the Nine-Tails recognizes a ninja, Konoha cannot interfere too much with that ninja, otherwise Konoha will forever lose the possibility of giving birth to a perfect Jinchūriki."

And this will cause a problem.

The succession of Jinchūriki will be decided by Konoha's first perfect Jinchūriki, as the Nine-Tails will only choose the descendants of that person and someone recognized by both.

Just like Killer Bee from Kumogakure.

If Kumogakure wants to choose the next Jinchuriki by themselves without asking Killer Bee and the Eight-Tails for their opinions, will the Eight-Tails agree?
If it is sealed forcibly, there will be no hope for the Hidden Cloud Village to give birth to a perfect Jinchūriki like Killer Bee again.

"And the Nine-Tails is the strongest tailed beast, so its best choice for Jinchūriki is the Uzumaki clan. If this continues from generation to generation... Konoha will give birth to an uncontrollable ninja, or even... an entire ninja clan."

Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head, "I'd like to say this is a pointless worry, after all, the Kyuubi has not yet recognized Kushina. Unfortunately, there are only two possibilities, and it's impossible for Masaaki not to consider it."

"In that case, why not consider more efficient means of utilization?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen was stunned.

Hinata Yu explained: "It has only been a few decades since the birth of the Jinchūriki. Why do you think this is the best solution to use the power of the tailed beasts?"

"If a tailed beast identifies with a ninja in Konoha, why not just treat it as a companion? Why not release it? The tailed beast itself has no intention of participating in our politics."

"..." Sarutobi Hiruzen was silent.

"Excuse me." Hinata Yu whispered, "But I think the ancient method is not unchangeable."

Sarutobi Hiruzen stopped and said with a complicated look, "It's okay, you have a point."

Konoha should have new voices. Old things are not necessarily right, just like these old guys should also withdraw from the times and change when necessary.

"But this matter is not yet something we need to worry about. Since you can see that Masaaki is my man, you should be able to imagine what Danzo wants to do."

"Kirigakure has mobilized such a large force, which seems to be a desperate move. Is he planning to make a fuss about this?"

Hinata Yu whispered his thoughts.

"In the current situation, one of Kirigakure and Konoha must give in to end the war. The Fourth Hokage's character will not give in, and he cannot give in. Otherwise, that person will make the Fourth Hokage take responsibility for the sacrifices of the ninja.

If Kirigakure were to regress... Konohagakure would also suffer heavy losses, and there would be plenty of things to do. The Hokage is too young, the leadership is not good, and there is no limit to the amount of mud to be thrown at them. "

The third generation nodded when he heard this.

This was the main reason why he didn't want to give the position of Hokage to Minato.

The war is about to end. Someone must be held responsible for the many deaths of Konoha's ninjas and the loss of profits of the Fire Nation.

after all……

"It will be difficult for us to get enough war reparations from other countries to satisfy the daimyo."

Hinata Yu narrowed his eyes.

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed.

Yes, the biggest problem is the Fire Country Daimyo.

During the Ninja World War, the ninjas in the village were all concerned about how many people died in the village, but few people thought about how much the Fire Country lost and how many resources the Daimyo gave to Konoha.

Under the one-country-one-village system, Konoha is the military force of the Fire Nation. When fighting, ninja tools, food and other military supplies are provided by the Fire Nation!
If Konoha were alone, the village would have been dragged down long ago!

The daimyo spent money to win the battle, but in the end he couldn't even make back his losses... How could he be satisfied with the current Hokage?

After all, the daimyo has the final say in the Fire Country.

At that time, resigning would be the most honorable ending for the Hokage. Otherwise, he would offend the daimyo and it would be difficult for the Hokage to achieve good political achievements in the future.

What's more, Minato also has to face the pressure from the ninja clan. With the support of the daimyo, those people will only jump even more happily.

"What the Fourth Generation needs to do is to win this war in the cleanest possible way."

The reason why Konoha couldn’t get war reparations from other countries was because Konoha couldn’t make them give in, but can’t Konoha do that now?

The third generation, the fourth generation, Jiraiya, Tsunade, Orochimaru, Kushina...

During this period, which ninja village had so many powerful people?
After all, strength is paramount in the ninja world.

The third generation showed a relieved smile, "Minato did not choose the wrong person, the position of assistant to the Hokage is indeed very suitable for you."

Hinata Yu looked at his satisfied expression, without a trace of emotion in his eyes.

Without the Root, it seems... should I hand it over to Orochimaru first?

It was within expectations.

(End of this chapter)