Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"Then let me tell you..."

The attendees whispered amongst themselves, and with the guidance of some, the conversation quickly shifted from praising Hiruzen Sarutobi to Orochimaru.

Clearly, this was someone Hiruzen Sarutobi intentionally arranged, and his purpose is self-evident.

The issue of challenging the Will of Fire alone is not enough to force the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, to step down.

This only shows that there were minor problems with Minato Namikaze's governing policies. After corrections, Minato Namikaze would still be the Fourth Hokage of Konoha.

But what if Minato Namikaze's character is questionable...?

That's not just a simple matter of changing the governing policy; it could mean being forced to abdicate!

If you want to prove that Minato Namikaze has character flaws, nothing is more convincing than the fact that he supported Orochimaru's human experimentation.

"Be quiet."

Feeling that he had laid the groundwork enough, Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke again to remind everyone, causing them to fall silent.

"I just heard someone say... that human experiments are being conducted in the village?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned deeply, and the anger in his voice was easily heard. "This is utter nonsense!"

"Whether voluntary or forced, human experimentation must be stopped, otherwise the village will be plunged into a dark age of fear and panic!"

"Yes, Third Hokage."

As soon as Hiruzen Sarutobi finished speaking, someone jumped out to express their support, saying, "Human experimentation is the most evil kind of experiment in the world. Whether it's good or bad, we should stop it."

“That’s true.” Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, then a troubled look appeared on his face. “But I heard… that the human experimentation was spearheaded by the Fourth Hokage, with Orochimaru carrying it out… I…”

"Ugh!"

With a heavy sigh, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked utterly remorseful. "It's all my fault. My methods of teaching Orochimaru were flawed, and my judgment in choosing candidates for Hokage was also flawed."

"I never imagined that the Fourth Hokage would support such an evil thing happening within the village. This is a complete disregard for human ethics and morality!"

"Third Hokage, please intervene! If this trend continues, Konoha's future is in jeopardy!"

"Yes, Third Hokage, the Fourth Hokage's mind is too dark. He has failed our expectations."

"Third Hokage, only in your hands can Konoha truly move towards peace and light!"

"Third Hokage, it's time for you to make your move!"

"Yes! Make the Fourth Hokage step down!"

"Make the Fourth Hokage step down!"

"Make the Fourth Hokage step down!"

"Make the Fourth Hokage step down!"

After a flurry of accusations, the attendees quickly reached a consensus: Minato Namikaze would be the primary target of their attack.

"This……"

Hiruzen Sarutobi knew that people's hearts could be won over, but no matter how overjoyed he was inside, he still showed a hesitant expression on his face.

"I understand everyone's feelings, but the Fourth Hokage is now powerful enough that this matter will not be easy to succeed."

"And even if we succeed, the process will inevitably be accompanied by bloodshed, which will be of no benefit to the village or to anyone else!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's words were sincere and heartfelt, causing the crowd to erupt again after a brief silence!

"Third Hokage, please step forward once again for the future of the village!"

"Step forward again!"

"Please, Third Hokage, step forward once again!"

"Please, Third Hokage, step forward once again!"

Seeing the thunderous cheers from the crowd below, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a huge weight lifted from his heart, and a genuine smile crept onto his lips.

He raised his hand in a gesture of quiet, "Everyone, please be quiet."

“I know everyone thinks the fourth generation leader has problems, not only with his governing policies, but also with his character.”

"But everyone should understand that even if I am willing to stand up and correct the bad habits in the village, the process will inevitably involve blood and fire."

"For the sake of everyone's lives and future prospects, I think it's best to wait a little longer."

“But…” someone in the audience craned their necks to speak.

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't give the man a chance to continue, "No buts!"

"Everyone makes mistakes, including the Fourth Hokage, so let's not mention the matter of him launching a coup without authorization anymore."

Hiruzen Sarutobi declared righteously, "Launching a coup without authorization is irresponsible to Konoha, and also irresponsible to you and me."

"So I plan to first try and persuade the Fourth Hokage. If he can admit his mistakes and correct them, that would be best. If not..."

"Let's discuss this further and see how we should handle it in the end."

Hiruzen Sarutobi has enjoyed all the good things and has been the one to be the good guy, but these are no longer the focus of everyone's attention.

They are now completely devoted to Hiruzen Sarutobi, and their attitude towards Minato Namikaze has changed from disapproval to indignation and disgust.

Little did they know, this was the very reason why Hiruzen Sarutobi had summoned everyone for a meeting.

In order to ensure the smooth execution of Hiruzen Sarutobi's next move, it is necessary to unite all those who are dissatisfied with Minato Namikaze.

"Alright, everyone, let's all leave now. This meeting is adjourned."

Soon, Hiruzen Sarutobi announced the end of the meeting, though he was still somewhat afraid that if it went on for too long, it might cause some unnecessary trouble.

The people present were somewhat reluctant to part, but since Hiruzen Sarutobi had spoken, they naturally had no reason not to obey.

As the crowd gradually dispersed, Hiruzen Sarutobi quietly found a spot and slowly sat down.

He took the long pipe off his waist, pinched a handful of tobacco from the small cloth bag, put it into the pipe and pressed it down.

A flame flickered at his fingertips, and he lit a cigarette, taking a deep drag.

"call……"

White smoke filled the air, enveloping Hiruzen Sarutobi and obscuring his expression.

Swish.

A soft sound came, but Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't even turn his head, still enjoying the brief pleasure that tobacco brought him.

"Lietong, how did things go?"

After taking two more puffs, Hiruzen Sarutobi asked about Raido Namiashi, who was kneeling on one knee behind him.

"Third Hokage, the ANBU intelligence ninjas have been dealt with."

"Didn't you leave any clues?"

"Please rest assured, Third Hokage, with Aoba and me taking action, we will ensure that no one discovers anything amiss."

"Yes, I trust the two of you to handle things."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded slightly, then turned to Raido Namiashi and Aoba Yamashiro, pipe in hand, and asked, "Have you investigated the Akatsuki organization thoroughly?"

"Third Hokage, according to our investigation, the Akatsuki is a mercenary organization located in the Land of Rain. Its leader is codenamed Zero, and most of its members are rogue ninja from other villages."

"Their goal is very simple: money."

“They’ll do anything for their employer as long as the money is right.”

Listening to Namiashi Raito's report, Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned slightly, clearly considering the pros and cons of some matters.

"I always had a feeling that the Akatsuki's motives weren't entirely pure..."

“Even a rogue ninja who betrays the village would not be able to unite the leaders of Akatsuki by using money as a bond.”

"Rogue ninjas are all a bunch of unruly, bloodthirsty ninjas..."

"Despite the many suspicious aspects, I have no other choice by now."

After taking two deep drags on his cigarette, Hiruzen Sarutobi weighed the pros and cons and made his decision: "Reito, contact Zero, the leader of Akatsuki, and tell him that I agree to hire them."

"Yes, Third Hokage!"

Raido Namiashi and Aoba Yamashiro left to carry out their orders, leaving only Hiruzen Sarutobi in the courtyard once again.

Looking up at the full moon in the sky, Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression was unpredictable.

"Watergate……"

"Don't blame me, blame yourself."

"You chose to believe someone you shouldn't have believed, and you also chose a path you shouldn't have chosen!"

Click!

Hiruzen Sarutobi snapped the long pipe in half, threw it away, and then turned and went into his study.

As the study door closed, the light inside cast a long, long shadow of Hiruzen Sarutobi...

A new undercurrent is about to unfold!

Chapter 286 Minato Namikaze learns the basic truth about the ninja world.

"teacher."

Akira Hatake appeared silently in the Hokage's office, his Sharingan flashing briefly in his eye sockets.

"Ming... what brings you here?"

Minato Namikaze, who was handling official business, suddenly looked up, his face showing disbelief. "How did you get in?"

"My spatial abilities."

Akira Hatake didn't hide anything, "Teacher, I'm just very weak right now, not crippled."

"Too."

Minato Namikaze nodded. "Only those who know your true situation can understand just how terrifying you are right now."

"Teacher, you flatter me."

Akira Hatake said modestly, and with a wave of his hand, a white humanoid creature fell out of the spatial barrier.