Konoha: Uchiha Shisui's Advisor Alliance

Chapter 186: Please, Hokage, severely punish Utane Koharu!
"This is outrageous, absolutely outrageous, Hokage, Advisor Tatsune is going too far. Our barrier department still needs to repair and maintain the barrier of the entire Konoha. How can this little money be enough?"

"She gave all the money to the Medical Department. Is the Medical Department the only department in Konoha that needs money? Pensions for fallen ninjas, rewards for war missions, repairs to damaged buildings in Konoha, and the carvings on the Hokage Rock. Which one doesn't need funds?"

"The cells and barriers of the police department also need to be repaired, and we haven't paid all the salaries of the police department members last year!"

"Hokage-sama, we can't save money on the Ministry of Education. These children are the future of Konoha!"

Inside the Hokage building, captains of various teams who were dissatisfied with the distribution results came to the office together and expressed their dissatisfaction.

Uchiha Inahira, the current Minister of Police, was also among them, expressing his dissatisfaction with a stern expression.

"This ninja hospital is related to the safety of ninjas returning from the front lines. The Advisor is involved in Konoha's political affairs all year round. This move may have her own considerations, right?"

Shisui frowned, spoke hesitantly, and looked extremely embarrassed and conflicted.

"Hokage-sama!"

The captain of the barrier troop turned green in the face, and said anxiously with a sad face: "No matter how important the Ninja Hospital is, we can't give them all the money, right? And does the medical department really need so much money? Will there be any problems? After all, the transfer consultant is so old, should we reconsider it?"

He hinted wildly, wishing he could say directly that the dormitory consultant had other intentions.

Shisui understood, but seemed not to understand. He did not ask further questions, but sighed: "After all, the sleeping counselor has assisted the Third Hokage for so many years. She should know more about Konoha's affairs than I do. Besides, the Third Hokage..."

As he said that, Shisui sighed again.

Everyone suddenly understood and opened their mouths, not knowing how to refute for a moment.

The third generation is just sick, not dead, and I heard that his condition is getting better and better, maybe he will recover one day.

As the former Hokage, he still has prestige and influence. Even though he is no longer in power, matters involving the Third Hokage still make them feel difficult.

Shisui kept all of this in mind, then frowned and tapped the table with his index finger, as if thinking about something.

Several people remained silent. After a while, Shisui stood up and said, "How about this, I will discuss it with the dormitory transfer consultant and consider the funding issue later. Please wait patiently for two more days."

Since the Hokage had said so, the few of them had no choice but to leave.

On that day, Utane Koharu was called to the Hokage's office, and then rumors began to spread.

"I heard that the Hokage praised the sleeping counselor for doing a good job?"

"I heard that the Hokage begged Koharu Utane to distribute the medical department's funds to other troops for the sake of Konoha."

"I heard that the Hokage had to get off his seat so that the old man could think about Konoha!"

"I heard that Advisor Tatsune secretly misappropriated Konoha's funds, causing other troops to run out of money, and he also embezzled the ninja's death pensions!"

"Damn old thing, why don't you just die?"

"I heard that the Fifth Generation allowed her to continue as a consultant for the sake of the Third Generation. The Fifth Generation is too kind to allow such a person to remain in the position of consultant."

"Sandaime, you are such a fool. Why do you want to embarrass Godaime-sama for such a person? I really feel sorry for Godaime-sama."

In just a few days, the rumor spread throughout Konoha, and various versions of the story emerged. From the Third Hokage to the traveling merchants who had just arrived in Konoha, everyone knew that the Fifth Hokage, for the sake of the Third Hokage's feelings, endured the insatiable Utane Koharu who was harming Konoha.

"Shisui."

In the Sarutobi clan's territory, the Third Hokage learned about Konoha's recent situation and rumors from Sarutobi Hiki. At this moment, his expression was very complicated. He whispered Shisui's name, which finally turned into a sigh.

"Third generation, this rumor must have been spread by the fifth generation. He is clearly slandering us. Should we fight back?"

Although the third generation is no longer in power, the Sarutobi clan is still there, and they still have sufficient foundation and ability.

Sandai shook his head and said slowly: "He doesn't want to do anything to us, he is preparing to deal with Xiaochun."

"what?"

Sarutobi Hiki was stunned. "What's the difference? We have always had a good relationship with the Utsumi clan, and the Utsumi consultant is also your assistant. To deal with the Utsumi consultant, isn't it just to do something to us?"

"Don't worry, I believe him. He won't do anything to me. His vision is more far-sighted than you think. It's a pity that the road is too long. I don't think he can succeed."

He had been the Hokage for so many years, so he was naturally aware of the malpractices in the village. Unfortunately, the resistance to change was too great, and by the time he realized it, he no longer had the courage to make changes.

"Then should we do something about the dormitory transfer consultant?"

"It's just a final reminder for her. Let her do whatever she wants. Yan should have reminded her many times, but she still went to this point. I think she has made the corresponding preparations."

The third generation sighed, feeling reluctant but helpless. He was already old, and one could say that one foot was already half in the coffin. Saving his family was the last thing he had to do before he died.

"Yes, I understand."

Sarutobi Hiki nodded in agreement, then turned around and left.

"Wait, what is Asuma doing?"

After realizing that he could no longer be Asuma's backer, the Third Generation began to consciously teach Asuma things other than ninjutsu.

"Young Master and Miss Hong are still training in the clan."

The Sandai was silent for a moment, then said, "Make preparations and send him to the Daimyo after the New Year."

"Will the young master agree?"

"It's time for him to grow up."

"Yes."

At the same time, Utane Koharu also learned about the rumors in the village. After seeing how rumors forced White Fang to death, there was no ninja in Konoha who was not afraid of rumors, not even Utane Koharu.

"Damn it, who is talking nonsense!"

A hint of panic flashed in Utane Koharu's eyes. Even the rumor that Shisui wanted her to step down had come out. Wasn't this a clear attempt to trick her?
Also, Shisui was clearly praising her for her recent work that day, and he only mentioned the funding adjustment briefly, how could it be that exaggerated?

"Hmph, with Hiruzen here, Shisui will at most ask me to retire. It seems I can only take some benefits and leave as soon as possible."

The rumor had spread to this point, and it was obvious that there was no way to resolve it amicably. She felt that she would most likely lose her position as a consultant, and perhaps she should consider leaving on her own initiative to save some dignity.

But how can she be blamed?
It turns out that Shisui really wasn't on guard against her at all. So much funds were allocated through her hands. If she didn't take it today, or tomorrow, she would have to take some the day after tomorrow!
I will not be partial today, I will not be partial tomorrow, and I will be partial the day after tomorrow.

She only took a little each time, not much. This was what Konoha owed her and what she deserved.

"But we still need to see Shisui's attitude first."

The next day, she took the initiative to go to the Hokage Building to meet Shisui.

"Recently, rumors have been spreading in the village. I am deeply disturbed by them. I feel that I am too old, so I would like to resign from the position of advisor and return to the clan to retire. I would like to ask for the consent of the Fifth Generation."

Shisui looked flustered, and quickly stood up to persuade him to stay, saying, "Don't worry, I have never doubted you. You and I both know what we talked about that day. It's just a rumor. It will never affect my trust in you. Besides, you have assisted three generations for many years, and your ability is convincing enough. Don't worry, you."

"I feel relieved now that the fifth generation said this." What an unexpected surprise!

Utane Koharu didn't expect that Shisui's attitude was so nice. So the retirement issue could be postponed until she had dealt with the funds.

Utane Koharu rarely smiled and had a very pleasant conversation with Shisui.

That afternoon, Shisui even called together ninjas from various divisions and announced the results of the discussion with a heavy expression.

"I have already promised to hand over the financial affairs to the transfer counselor. She has been handling Konoha's political affairs for many years and has her reasons. If there is no other reason, the allocation of funds should be decided by her."

Other reasons?

Everyone's eyes changed, they looked at each other, then looked at Uchiha Inahori, and then left one after another.

After a few days, public opinion seemed to be suppressed, and fewer and fewer people were discussing it. Utane Koharu was completely relieved and continued with her operations.

"Xiaochun, don't make the same mistake again. The Godaime will never be so kind as to protect you. You can still get away with it if you stop now!"

Mitomon En couldn't bear to watch his former teammates gradually perish, so he kept speaking out to dissuade them.

The police department could even dig out those little things about him. How could they not find out about him since Koharu Tenne has been in charge of the Medical Department and now the Finance Department for such a long time and has done so many things?

If you don't deal with it in time, it will definitely cause more trouble.

Utane Koharu had just suppressed her uneasiness, and as she listened to the traitor's dissuasion, she became more and more impatient and ignored him completely.

Thus, time flew by and it was June, graduation season was approaching, and the villagers' attention turned to the Ninja School.

The assessment of ninja school students is of utmost importance, especially in this year when the war has just ended. These students are the future of the new generation of Konoha.

The graduation examination was in full swing, but an infuriating scene occurred in the examination room.

"What's going on? Why did the shuriken break?"

During the ninja tool throwing test, one student seemed to use too much force, causing a shuriken to shatter directly when it hit the target.

The invigilator ninja also found it a little strange. This had never happened before, but he didn't care and just asked the candidates to change their props.

However, this batch of shurikens seemed to have problems. Three of the ten shurikens shattered after hitting the target, three were not refined and sharpened, and four had different thicknesses, making it difficult to control their directions.

The students taking the exam were at a loss and stood there in a daze looking at their appalling results.

The students were talking about it, and the teachers were pale. Some were furious and asked in a stern voice, "What's going on? Why are all the props problematic? Who is responsible for preparing them?"

"This"

The teachers looked at each other, and someone said, "The props were sent by the Ministry of Education, and we don't know who is responsible for them."

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When everyone realized what was happening, they were stunned.

"Now what?"

"Let's check the props first and pick out the ones that can't be used."

The teachers hurriedly checked the props, while the invigilating ninjas and the Anbu members immediately returned to report.

The news spread quickly, but the teachers at the ninja school were surprised to find that less than 10% of the people who threw a basket of kunai and shuriken passed, and the throwing test could not proceed at all.

Just when they were in trouble, the Anbu arrived with Shisui's orders.

"Hokage-sama has ordered that we skip the throwing test and proceed with other events first. The specific arrangements will be notified later."

"Yes."

With the Hokage's order, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The quality issue of the ninja was just a small matter, but for some reason they felt particularly uneasy.

Such an important event involving students is naturally difficult to keep confidential.

After the students finished school, what happened in the exam broke out completely in Konoha.

The parents blocked the entrance of Ninja School and argued endlessly.

Shisui was rarely angry in the Hokage Building. He summoned all the ninjas and said directly in front of everyone: "Order the police department to arrest them immediately. Bring all the people involved in this assessment back to the police department for interrogation. Investigate them one by one. I want to see who is so bold as to cause chaos in the ninja school graduation assessment!"

Everyone looked at each other. It was the first time they saw the Hokage so angry. No one dared to say a word, but their eyes were vaguely glancing at Kishi Fumio of the Ministry of Education.

Kishi Fumio seemed unaware, he just looked tired and seemed distracted.

As the incident continued to escalate, dozens of police officers rushed into the Ministry of Education and the Ninja School and took away all the relevant personnel and teachers.

The scale of the scene astounded the surrounding parents and students, and they all stopped talking.

After three days and three nights of sleepless interrogation by the Police Department, all the evidence and confessions pointed to Fumio Kishi from the Ministry of Education.

Everyone gathered in the Hokage Building again. Shisui looked at Kishimoto Fumio who was half-kneeling on the ground with a cold face and asked in a cold tone: "Why did Kishimoto Jonin do this?"

Kishi Fumio raised his head and said angrily, "Hokage, it's not that the Ministry of Education is not attentive, it's just that the funds are limited. I only received less than 4 million taels of the 12 million taels originally promised to the Ministry of Education.

Apart from the labor costs of the invigilating ninjas and various expenses, the remaining money is not enough to purchase new ninja tools. We can only use the defective ones that were discarded in the past.

Please understand, Lord Hokage!"

Kishi Fumio lowered his head and shouted at the top of his lungs.

Shisui was stunned, then looked at Utane Koharu beside him. Utane Koharu's face turned pale, and Mito Kado En sighed and turned his head away.

Shisui frowned and said with trembling lips: "How could it be possible? How could the dormitory transfer consultant do that?"

"Hokage-sama, less than half of the 26 million ryo that was promised to the Barrier Department has also arrived."

"Hokage-sama, interrogation department."

"Hokage-sama, the police department."

Everyone saw the right moment and spoke at the same time, and without waiting for Shisui to ask further questions, they took out thick stacks of evidence.

The evidence includes not only this incident, but also all financial operations since Koharu Tsunemoto took over the Ministry of Finance.

"Hokage, Utane Koharu has violated your trust, deceived her superiors and subordinates, plundered the villagers, and is so greedy that she can't even hide it. Hokage, please punish Utane Koharu severely for the sake of Konoha."

"Please, Hokage-sama, severely punish Utane Koharu!"

(End of this chapter)