Konoha: Starting with Sage Mode.

Chapter 61: Hokage Advisor

"Hiruzen, what's going on with Orochimaru?"

Seeing that the matter of Danzo was largely settled, Mito asked casually.

Orochimaru was a key accomplice in Danzo's plan, so he inevitably has to be accused of being an accomplice.

Orochimaru's current primary identity is that of the Third Hokage's disciple, so whether this matter is related to the Third Hokage is quite ambiguous.

The others once again focused their attention on the third generation.

"Lord Mito, you know me well. If I had known that Danzo would do such a thing, I would definitely be the first to disagree. As for Orochimaru helping Danzo, I was unaware of that either. But based on my understanding of Orochimaru, he must have been deceived by Danzo to do such a thing. If he had known that the seal barrier that was broken belonged to the Senju clan, he definitely would not have helped Danzo."

The three generations had already prepared their plans and began to recount them slowly.

The Third Hokage hadn't expected Orochimaru to get involved in this matter, but his attitude towards his good disciple was naturally different from his attitude towards Danzo, so he had no choice but to protect him at all costs.

As for punishment, we'll discuss that after this matter is over or the war is over.

"I see. I believe you. Orochimaru is an excellent ninja. Tsunade praised him many times in her letters to me. He has a very impressive performance on the battlefield. Since he was deceived by Danzo, then his merits and demerits cancel each other out."

Mito nodded after hearing the Third Generation's explanation.

The Third Hokage breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Mito easily walk past Orochimaru; he had been quite worried that Mito would demand that he severely punish Orochimaru.

After all, no matter how unaware Orochimaru was, he still couldn't change the fact that he was an accomplice and would definitely be punished. He could never be let off so easily as he is now, otherwise everyone could use ignorance to escape responsibility in the future.

Let's just say the merits and demerits cancel each other out.

Orochimaru is indeed not very suitable to be Hokage.

The third generation was in a much better mood now that his good apprentice was alright, but the next moment, his mood soured again.

Mito then said, "The position of Hokage advisor is extremely important; it cannot be left vacant even for a day. Third Hokage, who do you think is suitable for this position in the village?"

One radish, one hole.

With Danzo removed from all his posts, the position of Hokage's advisor became vacant. This position was highly prestigious and powerful, granting not only the right to meet directly with the Hokage and offer advice, but also the right to participate in all major village affairs, making him one of the highest-ranking officials in the village.

Previously, three generations of his family, together with three of his old classmates, firmly controlled the highest decision-making level in the village, making it impossible for others to enter.

Now is the chance.

As soon as Mito raised this question, Uchiha Homura immediately looked intently at the Third Hokage, and even Hyuga Kazuma couldn't help but reveal a longing in his eyes.

Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu both looked tense, realizing the seriousness of the situation and that the impact of Danzo's downfall was beginning to take hold.

The third generation is now in a real predicament. Although his political skills are not high, he has been in power for many years and has been tempered by experience. How could he not see that this involves a struggle for core power?

Lady Mito was still blaming him, and this move was meant to teach him a lesson.

Danzo and Orochimaru are both connected to him, and he definitely bears responsibility for his poor judgment in choosing his subordinates and his lax discipline. Their punishments have been decided, and now it's his turn.

"Who does Lady Mito think is suitable?"

The third generation said bitterly to himself.

"I think Taohua is quite good."

Seeing that the third generation was on the right track, Mito revealed his choice.

For a moment, everyone in the room focused their attention on Momoka, who was standing next to Mito.

Since bringing the Third Generation and others in, Momoka has remained silent, quietly guarding Mito's side, her presence almost nonexistent.

But at this moment, her presence was overwhelming.

In fact, Momoka was shocked when she heard that Mito had nominated her to be the Hokage's advisor, but she had been helping Mito manage various affairs of the Senju clan for many years and was already able to remain calm and composed on the surface.

Momoka Senju, an elite Jonin of the Senju clan, served as an assistant to the First and Second Hokage. Her resume includes significant contributions to the establishment of the village. In World War I, as the commander of the Senju clan, she fought valiantly against the enemy, killing countless enemies and achieving numerous military exploits.

It can be said that Momoka is a veteran of Konoha, with great strength and prestige. There is absolutely no problem in appointing her as the Hokage's advisor; she would definitely be able to win over the people.

The Third Hokage and the others looked at Momoka, and involuntarily thought of the Senju who had kept a very low profile in Konoha for many years, and then their expressions varied.

Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu looked unwell, but they didn't say anything; they just looked at the Third Hokage.

Uchiha Homura's expression was also very bad. He looked at Mito, but seeing that Mito didn't even look at him, he ultimately chose to remain silent.

Hinata and Ma looked up at the ceiling again.

Clearly, all four chose to abstain.

The pressure once again fell entirely on the third generation.

"I think it's a good idea, so it's decided."

The third generation sighed inwardly and reluctantly accepted Mito's suggestion.

He knew in his heart that if he chose to refuse, all his previous decisions would be null and void, and the punishment for Danzo and Orochimaru would not be so simple. He, the Hokage, would also have no chance of escaping being implicated.

The essence of politics is compromise and balance.

This is his reflection after becoming Hokage.

If you make a mistake, you must take responsibility. If you can't shirk your responsibility, then you have no choice but to compromise and offer tangible benefits in exchange.

Moreover, judging from the results, it didn't have much impact on him. The Senju clan is also part of the Hokage lineage, so it's not unacceptable for the pure-blooded Senju Momoka to enter the highest level. At least it's better than letting members of the Uchiha and Hyuga clans enter the highest level.

He also understood Mito's good intentions in doing so; she wanted to reverse the decline of the Senju clan and pave the way for Tsunade.

Considering the enormous price the Senju clan paid in World War I and the support they have given him over the years, the Third Hokage felt that making Senju Momoka an advisor to the Hokage was a good thing.

"Alright, let's continue our discussion about how to deal with those Root ninjas."

Mito said in a friendly tone.

Before long, the fate of Aburame Ryoma and the other Root ninjas who participated in breaking the Senju clan's sealing barrier was decided in a brief conversation between Mito and the others.

The result was execution.

Someone has to take the blame and risk their life to save the day; otherwise, how can we quell the anger of the Thousand Hands clan and wash away the shame of being humiliated?

When the main culprit Danzo was decided not to die, the fate of these people was already sealed.

This meeting of important high-ranking officials in Konoha has now concluded.

. . .

Meanwhile, in the basement of the Nawaki family's house, Kirito suddenly received two notifications from the cheat system.

[You have successfully changed Aburame Ryoma's fate and gained 1 enhancement point.]

[You have successfully changed Senju Momoka's fate and gained 1 enhancement point.]

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