Chapter 453: Rope Tree's Bold Words

Hearing Asuma's proud speech, not only Tsunade and Uchiha Qiushan were stunned, but even Yuhi Kurenai and Kakashi beside them were stunned for a moment.

In the end, they all looked at the smart guy in front of them with an indescribable look.

Uchiha Qiushan raised his eyebrows slightly. He had already understood Asuma's train of thought. He looked at Kakashi beside him, waved his hand at him speechlessly, and ordered:

"Kakashi, you and Asuma explain the current relationship between our Konoha Village and the Daimyo Mansion."

Hearing what Master Qiushan said, Kakashi touched his chin helplessly, and finally walked out. After sighing, he explained to the confused Asuma:

"Asuma, you've been away from Konoha Village for quite some time, and after coming back, you didn't seem to pay attention to this aspect, so you may not be very clear about some situations."

Kakashi paused for a moment, and when he saw that Asuma's attention had shifted to him, he continued:

"Since the Fifth Hokage took office, I feel that our Konoha Village has become too dependent on the Daimyo's funds.

Although we ninjas can also accept missions to obtain funds, it is still far less than the funds we consume.

So several years ago, the Fifth Hokage had already begun to change this situation.

Not only has it supported many caravans over the years, but it also owns a lot of territories and assets outside the Fire Nation.

And these incomes have been able to cover all the expenses of our Konoha Village over the years.

Recently, the Daimyo Prefecture seems to have sensed something is wrong, because they can no longer use funds to exert certain control and influence over our Konoha Village.

Therefore, they secretly targeted those industries in our Konoha Village. If we were not careful enough, we would not have caught them. Otherwise, the Hokage would have had a showdown with the Daimyo long ago. "

Having said that, Kakashi looked into Asuma's eyes very seriously and continued:

"So, Asuma, the current Daimyofu is not a distinguished guest of our Konoha Village, but an enemy that hinders our development."

At this moment, Asuma, after hearing what Kakashi said, just stood there in a daze, looking quite dumbfounded.

With Asuma's vision and magnanimity, he never imagined that Konoha Village could operate in this way.

Because in his heart, it was natural for Konoha Village to be dependent on the Daimyo's Mansion. The Daimyo was also the most noble person in the world. Even his father, the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, could not compare with the Daimyo.

But what he heard today was that Konoha Village was no longer dependent on the Daimyo Prefecture, but had reached the point of being self-reliant.

This idea that overturned his worldview caused his mind to churn violently, causing him to stand there in a daze.

Seeing Asuma's unbearable reaction, Yuhi Kurenai, who was not far away, raised her lips slightly, revealing a disdainful smile, and sneered:

"Idiot, you didn't even understand the situation, but you came up with these things. Isn't this causing trouble for the Hokage?"

Kurenai Yuhi was not targeting anyone, but the bearded Asuma in front of her. Every time he looked at her, the look in his eyes was too disgusting. If this was not the Hokage's office and there were not many colleagues around, she would have taught him a lesson long ago.

It is precisely because of this that when Xi Ri Hong saw that he would actually do such a thing, she would naturally mock him harshly.

After hearing what Yuhi Kurenai said, Asuma also reacted at this time, his face immediately turned red, and he looked quite at a loss.

Even the scarf he tied around his waist, representing the Twelve Guardian Ninjas, felt like it had become a hot potato.

Because at this moment, it no longer represents one's honor, but a shame.

At this time, Tsunade, who was sitting behind the desk, pinched her nose helplessly before speaking:

"Well, Asuma didn't mean it. Although our relationship with the Daimyo Prefecture has been broken, it's not good to tear our faces apart with them. Let's just entertain him and then send him back."

Having said that, Tsunade turned her gaze back to Asuma and continued to instruct:

"Asuma, when the daimyo arrives, you will be the one to entertain him. Just make sure he is safe."

Having said that, Tsunade paused, then said meaningfully:

"Speaking of which, this Chunin Exam may not be very peaceful. You should mobilize some people from your Sarutobi clan to help you. Otherwise, you may not be able to handle it on your own."

Asuma's mind had not yet returned to its original state. After hearing Tsunade's words, although he agreed respectfully, he still seemed a little absent-minded.

Many people present also noticed Asuma's absent-minded behavior, but no one reminded him.

After all, he didn't even pay attention to the Hokage's reminder, so if I say anything more, it would seem redundant.

At this moment, Shizune, who had been secretly paying attention to the scene inside the huge glass ball, suddenly saw a light in front of her eyes and couldn't help but said to Tsunade:

"Tsunade-sama, Master Nawaki has stood up and seems to be saying something."

After hearing Jingyin's words, everyone turned their eyes to the glass ball, and saw that a young man had already stood up in the glass ball.

When he just stood up, the young man was still shaking a little. After all, he knew that the path he chose might have very bad consequences.

But as he stood up, the trembling in his body slowly disappeared, and the emotions on his face gradually became excited. He stared fearlessly at Morino Ibiki on the podium and shouted loudly:

"Even if I will always be just a Genin, I will definitely become a Hokage that everyone admires!"

At this time, Tsunade naturally understood what Nawaki was talking about. A soft look flashed in her eyes, and she couldn't help but speak:

"You overestimated little brat, do you think it's so easy to be a Hokage?"

Hearing what Lady Tsunade said, Shizune beside her said at the right time:

"Tsunade-sama, Master Nawaki's wish has always been to become a Hokage like you, and it has never changed. What he just said should be from his heart."

Hearing Shizune's words, Tsunade's expression softened, as if she remembered something, and continued:

"He doesn't worship me, but our great grandfather and second grandfather."

Having said this, Tsunade hesitated for a moment, but still instructed Shizune next to her:

"Shizune, please go and tell that brat that if he performs well in this Chunin Exam, I will consider giving him the necklace again."