"What do you mean? Sandaime, you can no longer be as merciful as you were a few years ago. And..."
Danzo Shimura warned sternly,
"At your age, you don't have many opportunities to correct your mistakes."
"I understand! If he is still stubborn, this time..."
For the next words, replace it with the action of smoking a pipe.
Danzo Shimura did not ask further questions, but snorted coldly and said with some dissatisfaction:
"I hope you can keep your word this time."
"As for the Gushan family, you have interacted with them more. Do you know anything about them?"
"That side... has its own plan. It's difficult for my people to break into the core. You also know that the structure of secular power is very different from that of our ninja village. Unless..."
"Marriage...?"
How could Sarutobi Hiruzen not understand this kind of thing?
Ninja clans also marry each other and get what they need, but they are not as frequent as the secular nobles.
To put it bluntly, the Daimyo and Furusugi families, with the Genpei clan as their ancestors, are an interest group formed by blood and marriage. If you want to truly integrate into it, you must have a multi-generational marriage relationship and find several forces that can support each other. , hug each other to keep each other warm, and only then can we truly get involved in the core of the power of the Kingdom of Fire.
But, a marriage between a ninja and a noble?
It's a little better now, but ten or twenty years ago, how many aristocratic and wealthy businessmen with a little wealth would think highly of ninjas?
Let alone marrying a noble girl, it would be difficult for a female ninja to become a concubine for a noble noble's son.
The improvement of the social status of ninjas only started to improve slightly after the Second Ninja War. The fall of the Whirlpool Kingdom will not only affect the world of ninjas. The secular world is actually more concerned about the major event of a country being wiped out by ninjas.
Not having an extreme reaction does not mean turning a blind eye, but it means not knowing how to deal with such an unprecedented thing.
In the Third Ninja World War, the scale of conflicts between ninjas continued to expand, and incidents such as so-called "accidental injuries" and "accidents" affecting ordinary people continued to occur. During the war, the regulations requiring not to involve mortals were almost ignored. .
When the war was at its most intense, even the Kosugi family contributed money and effort to provide blood transfusions to the Leaf Village, and they were just about to die in person.
This also made the world realize that ninjas who have mastered force do not have heads, hands and feet, but are human beings with independent consciousness. They also have their own demands.
Even so, years of customary inertia have made the marriage of ninjas and secular people still difficult.
For example, Fusugi Bosui, who has a strong presence in Konoha Village, has attracted the favor of many young girls. However, can anyone become the young lady of the Fusugi family?
Even someone like Hongye, who has known her since childhood and has given birth to several children, has such a hard time obtaining a formal status, and it is even harder for other female ninjas.
This... is almost the natural dividing line between the ninja village and the secular nobles. It is really difficult for the spies of the Leaf Village to penetrate into the core of the Furugi family.
Unless it is the kind of death that has been sent secretly since childhood, and will only be actively "awakened" at critical moments of life and death, ordinary intelligence personnel will not have access to real key information at all.
Such people are not to be used casually. Once discovered, the losses will be too heavy, and decades of investment cannot be wasted.
"I won't mention the mistakes of the past. Now, we have to figure out where Orochimaru has progressed. Also, you...can almost do a good job of planting trees for future generations..."
If Gusugi had been given the identity of a waterbender ninja more than ten years ago, I am afraid it would not be so difficult now. If that were the case, the future would have completely changed, and it is very likely that there would not even be the birth of Xianglan and the other three daughters. .
If there really was a Konoha ninja who served as the young lady of the Fusagi family, many of the current troubles shouldn't be a problem at all.
"It's wrong for you to always do things with this kind of mentality. And, to be honest, Xianglan is so outstanding. Among children of similar age, only Saosuke, Neji and Shiro can compare with her. Others Yes, it’s okay not to say anything..."
One is an orphan from the Uchiha family, and the other is from the Hyuga family. Both of them have a little bit of a problem with their character, especially the former, who suffers a lot and wants revenge.
Xiang Phosphorus didn't like them at all. Even if he teamed up to participate in the "King of Fighting" challenge, there was no 'spark'.
On the other hand, Bai has a good nature. His indifferent character and slightly precocious mannerisms make him very popular among girls in the village.
Xiang Lu and Bai don't interact much, but they get along fairly harmoniously, at least, much more normally than others.
"It would be great if Kiba, Shikamaru, Shino, and Naruto were better."
More than twenty years ago, the little sun-like Minato Namikaze was simply a model for outstanding teenagers. Later, Hatake Kakashi, Furusugi Fusui and others could also support the appearance of a generation. Today's children, It's so unsettling.
"Hmph! This is the new blood in the village under your leadership. They can't even use honey traps or beauty traps. The tradition of ninjas has been lost."
"I have my own sense of proportion."
Speaking of this matter, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but get angry.
My stupid son, who looks rough but is actually a little too innocent, can't even compete with a married man.
Emotional intelligence education is indeed necessary. In the past, this type of education was neglected because it emphasized that ninjas are machines for completing tasks, dedicated to eradicating human nature, and acting under orders. Now, because it emphasizes the will of fire, the spirit of Konoha, and the corresponding moral education and mental It’s really time to keep up with training.
While the two were discussing trivial matters, the results of the review meeting came out. Sarutobi Hiruzen took the list and glanced at it.
"Out of ten people, seven have obtained chuunin qualifications. The ratio is quite high."
"Sandaime, this year's Haku has a huge advantage, almost comparable to Uchiha Itachi's majesty in sweeping everything back then. Relatively speaking, other candidates pale in comparison, but to be honest, most of their performances are remarkable."
There are only three people who really can't find any advantages that make people shine.
A Konoha ninja was taken away by his teammates, and he had good luck in the individual competition draw. In the first game of the third trial, his weak nature was revealed when he encountered someone who was slightly more powerful.
A Taki-nin, he is excellent in all aspects, but he has some mental problems, his character is not strong enough, and he behaves too much when he encounters strong enemies.
There is also a Star Ninja who pursues skills other than hard power too much. He calls himself an intellectual, but does not have enough strength to support his ideas.
These three people were eliminated, and the other seven, including Yayoi who was defeated in the first round and Konishi who fell in the semi-finals, all advanced smoothly.
Of course, the fact that a Hoshi Ninja has reached the third trial for two consecutive years has also made many people realize that although Hoshi Ninja Village is a new ninja village that has not been established for a long time, it is not weak at all. In comparison, it is not weak at all.
With money, people, and a backing, Star Ninja Village is very likely to become an important strategic support in the southern part of the Ninja World Continent.
"Sandaime, do you have any different opinions? How about we discuss it again?"
"No, that's it!"
This is no big deal!
If it weren't for the series of changes, we should be in the middle of the ninja war now. All the major ninja villages are silently licking their wounds, reducing the size of ninjas and reducing expenses.
However, Konoha Village is just the opposite, constantly seeking to expand.
The debt was overwhelming, and if there weren't enough ninjas to make money, the village would go bankrupt.
It just so happened that the demand for hired ninjas in the Kosugi family remained high.
We hit it off right away. As long as you can do it, then try your best to do it.
After his subordinates retreated, Danzo Shimura seemed to suddenly remember something and asked suddenly:
"Yuhi Kurenai's Jonin mission has been going on for a long time, right? Five months?"
"How many days are left until three months? Why do you ask?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen asked strangely,
"The Country of Snow and the Country of Frost are too far away. Normally, it would take more than a month to travel back and forth."
There is plenty of time, it doesn’t matter if it’s a month early or a month late.
As long as the Iwa Ninja and Kumo Ninja don't encounter any conflicting missions, with Yuhi Kurenai's ability, it's very likely to be completed.
"Then...have you made up your mind to let her lead the upcoming female ninja team?"
"Roughly the same!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to deny it, but after thinking about it, he decided to forget it. There was nothing to hide about this kind of thing.
"Then... who will take care of Hinata, Inuzuka and Aburame's children?"
"Ebisu, what do you think?"
"Him? It's appropriate for children's enlightenment to check for leaks and fill in the gaps. Wouldn't it be better to lead a genin team and practice for another two or three years?"
What's more important is that Ebisu doesn't have many examples of successful battles.
"Perhaps, for those three children, someone like Ebisu would be better."
Sarutobi Hiruzen had his own considerations.
The three of them are all children of the Ninja clan, and Ninjutsu teaching is done by their own family. A knowledgeable and talented person like Ebisu can help them grow.
"But, the leading teacher has another more important responsibility, which is to protect the students and help them grow up smoothly."
"Are you underestimating Ebisu too much? He is also a special jounin after all. If he is not good at fighting, it doesn't mean he can't fight."
"I mean, wouldn't it be better to find a stronger teacher to lead the team? For example, Hatake Kakashi, he is available..."
"you……"
Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly realized.
If Kakashi Hatake leads the enhanced reconnaissance team, then who will lead the teams of Uchiha Saosuke, Uzumaki Naruto and Haruno Sakura?
"What do you plan to do?"
"Leave the Uchiha orphan, the Nine-Tailed Jinchuuriki, to me. Isn't it more reliable than Hatake Kakashi?"
"Do you want to be a leading jounin?"
"What, you have already deprived me of my jounin qualifications?"
"Don't be ridiculous, Danzo, you know this is impossible."
"Why? Do you think that I am not qualified to teach the Uchiha clan and the Nine-Tails Jinchuuriki? The Uchiha mirror back then had a good relationship with me. We often discussed and communicated with each other, and was no stranger to the limits of blood succession..."
"No! I don't know what you are planning, but there are some things you can't do."
Putting aside whether Shimura Danzo would be unfavorable to Uzumaki Naruto, one of Sarutobi Hiruzen's promises to Uchiha Itachi was to ensure the safety of Uchiha Sasuke and hand him over to the "ninja" who was extremely hostile to the Uchiha family. In the hands of "the darkness of the world", I'm afraid it's not like a sheep falling into a tiger's mouth.
"You are just too sensitive. I am also a comrade who will work hard for the village all his life! If the Uchiha orphans and the Nine-Tails Jinchuuriki are not good enough, then... let Ebisu continue to experience and experience, and I will be the teacher of those three children. It’s OK now.”
"Um?"
Such a second-best choice made Sarutobi Hiruzen realize that this might be Shimura Danzo's real goal.
The plan of demolishing the roof is not feasible, so opening a window will work, right?
"I'll think about it, and I'll also ask their parents' opinions on this matter, especially Hinata..."
The Hyuga family, the Inuzuka family and the Aburame family are not the basic base of Sarutobi Hiruzen. Although they are on the side of the Hokage, they are a little stranger than the three "Inarakacho" families.
The symbolic significance of a direct descendant joining Shimura Danzō's command is extraordinary.
Especially Hinata Hinata, the eldest daughter of the clan. Although she is not valued by the clan leader, the rumors have been abandoned. After all, she has not been planted with the cursed seal and caged bird.
The Hyuga clan has never joined the ANBU, let alone the "root" organization. The direct lineage that is really likely to inherit the position of patriarch has never even attended a ninja school. Hinata Hinata is the first person to have completed six years of basic enlightenment studies.
Therefore, the rumors that Hinata Hinata plans to deprive Hyuga Hinata of her family status and fully cultivate the second daughter Hinata Hanabi are probably not groundless.
Even so, it was not a reason to send the three of them to Danzo Shimura.
"Hiruzhan, it is not a good choice to hold all the benefits tightly in your hands, especially now. Is your control as strong as before?"
"Danzo, I can also tell you clearly that there are many choices. Someone found traces of Tsunade in the southern town..."
"Tsunade...she wants to come back? It's impossible!"
"Tsunade's student, Dan's niece Shizune, is also a good child. She is a genius who has obtained jounin qualifications at a young age. She is trustworthy in terms of strength and character. In addition, Mitarashi Anko is not bad either, and Anbu There are also several young talents who can take over, so you don’t need to take action yourself.”
"Is it!"
Danzo Shimura nodded as if he had expected it,
"I finally understand why some people, including the Governor of the Gushan Family, are always able to lead the village away. Your way of thinking and context are too clear. Once someone figures out the routine, it will be too easy to scheme. .”
"What do you mean?"
"I heard a sentence before, but I didn't understand it thoroughly enough, but now I have some understanding."
Danzo Shimura stood up, turned around and left, leaving behind a few light words,
"It's not easy to plot against one person, but it's too easy to plot against a group of people. The 'Nin Xiong' who once led the village to ride the waves is old, and now he's just a bad old man who was caught up in the current situation and fate."
How could such a person lead the Konoha ninja to dominate the ninja world?
