Konoha: Uchiha Shisui's Advisor Alliance

Chapter 131 Next up is Konoha's pillar, the Uchiha clan

"What did you say?!"

Shisui's pupils shrank, and he couldn't believe the news that Hui brought.

Those are Sarutobi Shinnosuke and Sarutobi Yuki, the eldest son and daughter-in-law of the Sandaime, the captain of the Anbu and the leader of the Jonin squad of Konoha Village, the most powerful people under the Hokage.

Not to mention that the two of them are already jonin, the six guards around them are definitely not weak either, and they are in the territory of the Land of Fire. Who has the courage and strength to attack them?

Hui opened his mouth and just said: "The news has been confirmed. The third generation vomited blood and fainted after hearing the news. He was secretly taken back to the Sarutobi tribe for treatment by the Anbu. Our Anbu tribe members also sent a message to inform the tribe leader to go to the Sarutobi tribe immediately."

Shisui's expression changed, and he immediately stood up and walked out, asking seriously as he walked, "Are there any traces? Could it be done by Danzo?"

Hui followed beside him and whispered, "According to the news from over there, the bodies of eight people were brought back, but their heads were missing. However, after testing, their identities have been confirmed.

Judging from the traces at the scene, he was probably besieged to death, and there were strong traces of the Five Elements Ninjutsu, so the people who did it were very powerful.

As for whether it was Danzo, there is no way to infer. "

Danzo's Root's strength appears to be mediocre on the surface, but no one knows if he is hiding anything in secret.

Shisui remembered that Orochimaru mentioned the results of the Wood Release experiment, but he didn't know how strong that person was.

“It’s getting more and more chaotic.”

Shishui sighed, heavy on his mind, and suddenly paused as he recalled what Sima Yi had said that day.

"What's wrong?" Hui looked at Shisui in confusion, and the two of them stood at the entrance of the police department.

"It's okay, let's go." A trace of horror flashed in Shisui's eyes, but he suppressed those thoughts and waved his hand quickly. The two continued on their way and soon arrived at the Sarutobi clan's territory.

Then he went straight to where the Sandai was. At this moment, the Sandai's house had been surrounded by Anbu. Seeing that it was Shisui coming, they immediately made way, but Hui was left outside the yard.

After Shisui entered, he saw three assistants. Jiraiya, Asuma Sarutobi, Hiashi Hyuga, and people from the Ino-Shika-Chou families were also here, but Nara Shikaku was still hanging on to the defense line of Yunokuniku, and the one who came from the Nara family was Nara Suzaku.

In addition, there were several medical ninjas in the room who were doing their best to treat the Third Generation, and the green fluorescence filled the entire room.

Jiraiya stood aside with a serious expression. He had been against it since he learned that the Third Hokage asked Sarutobi Shinnosuke to visit the Daimyo. Moreover, it happened after the rumor spread in the village. How could such a coincidence not make people think too much.

Everyone saw the Third Hokage's intentions very clearly. Although Jiraiya was unwilling to become Hokage, he also did not think that Sarutobi Shinnosuke was qualified, and forcing him to do so would inevitably bring disaster.

Thinking of this, he turned his head to look at Danzo and became suspicious. Not only him, but the other two assistants also doubted Danzo. But Danzo has been in the village all this time. Does the Root have the strength to do this?

It couldn't be that he had encountered some powerful bounty hunter, right?

While thinking, several medical ninjas stopped their actions, and their expressions were not very good. When everyone was about to ask, they saw the third generation slowly waking up.

"Huruzen, how are you?" Mito Kado En asked, and Utane Koharu went forward to check.

"I'm just too sad and anxious for a moment. It's nothing serious. I'll be fine after a few days of rest." Utane Koharu's eyes changed slightly, and then she explained calmly.

Danzo stood aside and remained silent. A trace of sadness flashed in Jiraiya's eyes. Hyuga Hiashi was relieved. Everyone had different thoughts. There was only silence in the room, which was very depressing.

After a while, the third generation's breathing became heavier and gradually slowed down. Then he sat up and looked at everyone.

Shisui looked at the haggard Sandai, whose pale eyes were as white as paper and contained unclear emotions, and looked away slightly.

"Don't worry about me. Keep the news about Shinnosuke secret for now. Also, have Danzo lead someone to discuss funding with the daimyo immediately. It's important for the army to be dispatched."

"Ok?"

Danzo's eyes changed and he immediately retorted: "You are not in good health now, and Konoha is in chaos. Let others take care of the military expenses. If I leave, what will happen to Konoha?"

Utane Koharu and Mito Kado En looked at each other and reacted, and immediately agreed, "We can't get away for the time being. We must send someone with strong strength and high status. The army is about to set off, and we can't delay any longer. Danzo, you should prepare and take the people tonight."

Danzo's heart sank. This had not been his turn before, and with the Third Hokage in his current state, he might die at any time. How could he leave at this time?

Just as he was about to refute again, he saw the sharp eyes of the Third Hokage, and the others were also looking at him vaguely. Danzo paused, knowing that these people were suspicious. He was quite dissatisfied, but he had nothing to refute. He could only snort coldly, nodded with a gloomy face, and then turned and left.

After Danzo left, the Third Hokage coughed a few more times, looked at Nara Suzaku and said, "As for the northern command, Nara Suzaku will take charge. Take some people north first and take charge of the overall situation."

"This"

After the Sandai finished speaking, everyone had strange expressions on their faces, and Nara Suzaku explained helplessly, "The news of the defeat of Tianguo has already spread, and there are constant rumors in the village.

They all think that the defeat in the north was caused by Shikaku's improper command. Now the ninjas in the village are very hostile to my Nara and Hyuga clans. I am afraid it will be difficult for me to command the army in the north."

The Sandai was stunned, then his body tilted back and he almost fell down. Fortunately, Utane Koharu was right beside him and quickly supported him.

Rebel!

The third generation sighed in his heart, how could the Anbu not know about such a big thing? There was only one person who could block all the news from the Anbu.

The Sandaime took a few breaths, then glanced at Shisui and Jiraiya, and continued, "Jiraiya, I know you have your heart set on the ninja world and don't want to stay in Konoha forever, but Konoha can't do without you now. You should take on the Northern Command for now, and I'll replace you when I find a suitable candidate."

Seeing the Sandai like this, Jiraiya sighed, unable to bear to refuse, nodded in agreement, and only said: "After I leave, take good care of Naruto, he has a big appetite, don't let him lack nutrition."

Then, he looked at Shisui again and thought of Sima Yi. After hesitating for a moment, he added, "The Uchiha clan has an elder who is Shisui's grandfather. I heard from Shisui that the elder is very wise and has taught Shisui many times. It was also thanks to the elder that Shisui was able to successfully stop Fugaku.

This time, he will lead the Uchiha's support troops to the Yuno no Niku line of defense. I will contact him after we go to the north. If it is true as Shisui said, he can be in charge."

The third generation thought for a moment after hearing this. He had heard of Shisui's grandfather a long time ago. It was said that he was a weak but quite intelligent person. Such people were rare in Uchiha.

However, the other party has always been low-key, and Shisui is quite obedient so he did not pay too much attention to it.

Now, he looked around, almost all the three ninjas had left, the eldest son was killed, the second son was young and weak, the people of the Ino, Shika and Chou families were mediocre in talent, Hyuga Hiashi came from a famous family but was young and impulsive and not worth mentioning, in the huge Konoha, there was no one else available except the Uchiha!

When they thought of this, the three generations felt sad and couldn't help but spit out blood.

"Cough cough~"

Blood splattered on the bed sheets, and Utane Koharu quickly used medical ninjutsu to treat him.

"Hiruzen!"

"teacher!"

"Sandaime-sama!"

Everyone was shocked, except Asuma Sarutobi, who stood there in a daze, not knowing what to do.

"It doesn't matter."

The Sandaime exclaimed softly. After spitting out the blood, he actually became much more energetic. He stopped everyone and looked at Jiraiya and said, "Just do as you said. The entire security line of Yuno no Nam is in your hands. If you think he can do it, write to me, but at least wait until the border is stable."

"Don't worry, I won't let anyone hurt Konoha!"

Jiraiya said thoughtfully that he cared about the child of prophecy, Orochimaru, and Tsunade, but he also cared about Konoha, and even Konoha cared more about Orochimaru and Tsunade.

He will not let go of anyone who attempts to harm Konoha.

Seeing Jiraiya's statement, the Third Hokage finally breathed a sigh of relief and then looked at Shisui.

The Uchiha people have always been regarded as a reserve force, and they are almost always used when it is absolutely necessary. This is a rule left by the second generation, and there are many reasons. The third generation also had no intention of letting Shisui leave, but only instructed: "During this period, you must be careful of enemy spies, and those who enter and leave Konoha must be strictly inspected. At the same time, you must also pay attention to the movements of the villagers and do not cause chaos in Konoha."

At the end, he added, "The future of Konoha depends on you."

As soon as these words were spoken, except for Jiraiya, the expressions of the others changed slightly.

Shisui came forward and quickly agreed. He had a sad expression on his face and said softly, "I will protect Konoha, Sandaime-sama. You must take care of yourself."

The third generation nodded, explained the work to everyone one by one, and then dismissed Ino-Shika-Chou, Hinata and Asuma Sarutobi.

Shisui wanted to leave with a few people, but was stopped by the Sandai.

Until this time, there were only five of them left in the room, and the Sandai whispered: "Shisui, take your men to keep an eye on Danzo and have him leave for Kyoto as soon as possible."

"Yes."

Shisui knew that the Sandai also suspected Danzo, so he agreed without hesitation. Seeing that the Sandai had nothing else to say, he had to turn around and leave.

After he left, the Sandaime said, "Send someone to find Tsunade and make sure she comes back before the New Year."

As Sandai spoke, he coughed a few more times.

The three of them understood, and Utane Koharu looked outside the door with an even sharper look in her eyes, "Huruzen, you should have a good rest first. We will keep an eye on what happens in the village."

The third generation nodded slightly, then slowly fell asleep.

On the other side, after leaving the Sarutobi clan, Shisui took Hui back home and found the two people in the study and asked directly: "Shinnosuke is dead. Does this have anything to do with grandpa?"

Shisui was extremely conflicted and stared at Sima Yi.

Sima Yi and Yan Shifan stopped what they were doing when they heard this. They looked at each other, with puzzled expressions in their eyes but calm faces.

Sima Yi shook his head and said, "This was not done by me."

Seeing Sima Yi's denial, Shisui immediately breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that Sima Yi might do something behind his back, but he would never hide it as long as he asked.

“I’m glad it wasn’t Grandpa. I just got the news that Shinnosuke and his wife died on the way to Kyoto. The Sandaime vomited blood and fell into a coma after hearing the news. He was barely awakened after being treated by several medical ninjas.

Fang was even more frail when he called us to the meeting. I'm afraid he won't be able to hold on for much longer."

Shisui sighed and told the two more about the meeting.

Thinking of the appearance of the Third Hokage, Shisui felt very sad. He knew that Shinnosuke was definitely not a good person, and he also knew that the other party would be an obstacle for him to become Hokage, but he was not mentally prepared to kill the other party now.

After all, they were once colleagues. Now, three generations have sent off their son and they can’t even see his body intact. How sad.

The two men saw Shisui's reaction and shook their heads.

Yan Shifan chuckled and said bluntly: "In that case, they died for what they deserved. The Third Hokage is seriously ill, and the Fifth Hokage will be on the agenda sooner or later. With Danzo's personality, he probably won't leave easily with such a good opportunity."

Sima Yi also added: "At present, the only ones qualified to become Hokage are Jiraiya and Tsunade. Jiraiya is a carefree person and has no intention of becoming Hokage. The Third Hokage now has something to ask of him, so he will most likely try to find a solution from Tsunade."

Yan Shifan glanced at Shisui and suggested, "Now the opportunity has come. Jiraiya is about to go to the defense line of Yuno no Tanaka. The third generation is seriously ill and his strength has declined. It is not a bad idea to kill him.

As long as he kills the third generation before Tsunade returns, or sends someone to kill Tsunade secretly, it will be easy to become Hokage with the power of the Police Department."

After Yan Shifan finished speaking, he looked at Sima Yi, and then they both looked at Zhishui.

Shisui opened his mouth, then fell silent.

This was not what he thought.

Although he was determined to eliminate all enemies that hindered the family's revival when he became the patriarch, up to now, he has almost always accomplished his goals without fighting, and has never experienced this kind of blood and swords.

Fugaku and the elders all stayed well in the ancestral hall. Although they bickered with each other, they lived a comfortable life.

However, the situation has changed now. This is no longer an internal matter of Uchiha. The interests of all parties are intricately intertwined. Under the watchful eyes of various clans, the position of Hokage is not something they can grab without fighting.

"Humph, this fight must involve bloodshed. One of us and them must fall. Either they die or we die. Unless you are willing to maintain the status quo and bow your head, how many times can you wait for such an opportunity?"

Seeing that Shishui was silent, Yan Shifan stood up and spoke loudly.

Political struggle is about seizing every opportunity to eliminate the other side and make sure the enemy will never stand up. Shisui's indecision is very dangerous.

"Some things have to be done tomorrow if you don't do them today. Otherwise, even if you become the Hokage by chance, those people will not obey you. Think about those elders. The assistants beside the Third Hokage are more difficult to deal with than the elders. They have their own clan soldiers and will not compromise easily."

Sima Yi understood Shishui better and he immediately revealed the hope in Shishui's heart.

Listening to the two people's advice, Shisui sighed, he was no longer the ignorant boy he was yesterday, he knew all these principles.

He was well aware that the conflict between him, Utane Koharu and Danzo would eventually erupt, but at this point he was still holding on to hope, which was really wrong.

As for the third generation, Shisui's thoughts are more complicated. He used to admire him and regarded him as the savior of the Uchiha.

Although he had seen through some of the other party's thoughts under Sima Yi's guidance, the third generation had been really good to him over the past year. Perhaps he still had selfish motives, but he really couldn't find any fault with them.

Shisui has his own ideals, selfish desires, and persistence. He stands there thinking quietly.

After a long moment, he looked back at the two of them and chose to face his own heart.

“There are so many things I want to do, I have to become Hokage.

I know clearly that the conflicts between the Uchiha clan and some forces in the village are irreconcilable. For the sake of my family or Konoha, I will do everything I can to resolve them. Hatred and conflicts will not continue from me.

As for the third generation, I'm sorry, Grandpa, teacher, I won't do anything to him."

Shisui had a sincere expression and slowly lowered his head after he finished speaking.

"Hahaha, Mr. Zhongda still understands you."

Shisui thought he would hear disappointed rebukes from the two men, but unexpectedly Yan Shifan suddenly laughed.

Sima Yi nodded and said, "It is enough for you to have this awareness. Killing the king is ultimately a bad idea."

Although the Third Generation is sick, he is in the Sarutobi clan's territory, where there are many ninjas and the Anbu are guarding him at all times. They would have to be crazy to attack the Third Generation.

Moreover, the other party is weak and may die at any time, so there is no need to take such a risk.

"Eh? Then?"

Shisui was stunned. The two had just suggested that he take action against the Third Generation, but how could they change their minds in an instant?

"I just proposed this to see if you are willing to sacrifice your life. Mercy is commendable, but it is not enough. If you want to shoulder the future of Konoha, you must also take drastic measures."

Only then did Shisui realize the good intentions of the two men and quickly bowed to express his gratitude.

Yan Shifan waved his hand, as if he had thought of something, and said excitedly: "Everything I just mentioned, except for the regicide, needs to be prepared. The next period of time will be the home court of the Uchiha."

(End of this chapter)