Chapter 254 Konoha Law Enforcement Team

Tsunade and Jiraiya left, and Yeshan sat in a chair with no extra expression on his face, but Uchiha Fugaku knew very well his inner frustration and sadness.

In a person's life, it seems long, but there are only a few steps that matter. Ye Shan chose the New Rain Country, and naturally lost the support of the old party.

"Eat, Fugaku, please eat more. Don't be polite. I don't know when I will be able to eat in the village again."

Ye Shan added a bowl of rice to Uchiha Fugaku, but he lit a cigarette and smoked silently, seeming to have a myriad of emotions in his heart.

"Clap"

Uchiha Fugaku clapped his hands, and Nara Shikaku quietly opened the door and came in, waiting for instructions: "Add a few dishes, remove the seafood, and replace it with something with a stronger flavor."

"Yes!"

"Also go find Uchiha Keiji, I have something to arrange."

"Yes!"

Not long after, Uchiha Keiji hurried over, looked at the expressionless Hokage, knew that something big had happened, and stood in front of the table with his hands behind his back, not daring to breathe.

"Brother Keiji is here? Sit down and eat quickly. There's no need to be so restrained between you and me." Ye Shan came to his senses and saw Uchiha Keiji standing there. He stood up, pulled him to sit down, and patted his shoulder affectionately.

"In reply to Hokage-sama," Uchiha Keiji said with a smile, "Although we have a good relationship, we still have to be careful and not be too casual in the most authoritative office in Konoha."

"You are just too cautious!" Ye Shan said with a smile, "We are all ninjas. There is no need to go through the red tape of the daimyo and his subjects. Here, there is only a distinction between positions, not between high and low."

"Yes!" Uchiha Keiji responded.

"I guess you've already had lunch, but since you're here, why don't we have something to eat and drink together?" Ye Shan said with gestures.

"Okay!" Uchiha Keiji smiled and rubbed his hands, saying, "I won't be polite. Who in the entire Konoha Village doesn't know that the Hokage has good wine to drink? Today I am drinking according to your order!"

"What's the point of following an imperial order? I'm not a famous person!" Ye Shan said, "I called you here today just to chat and have a few drinks. The three of us haven't had a drink together for a long time."

Uchiha Keiji stood up and opened the seal, first filling Ye Shan's glass, then filling Uchiha Fugaku's, and then filling himself up, saying: "It's been a long time indeed. We are all busy on weekdays, and it's hard to get together, let alone drink together."

Ye Shan picked up the wine glass, pursed his lips and said: "I'll raise a glass first. You two are older than me and have taken good care of me in the past years. Thank you!"

Ye Shan drank it all in one gulp, then turned the glass upside down, indicating that he should finish it. Uchiha Fugaku and the other two also finished their drinks, and the atmosphere became more lively.

"People say that drinking with bosom friends is never enough. I want to drink when I see you guys. It seems that we can be considered bosom friends!" Ye Shan laughed, "Time flies so fast. The scene when I first met Fugaku is still vivid in my mind. Five or six years have passed in the blink of an eye!"

Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile: "When I was being hunted, if it weren't for Ye Shan and his team members risking their lives to protect me, I would have long since become a lonely ghost on the side of the road. How could I be so successful today?"

Ye Shan waved his hand and said, "Let's not talk about the past anymore. It makes us look like old men. In fact, I am only in my twenties. I am still in my youth!"

"Yeah, let's drink!"

After drinking five or six cups, Ye Shan's cheeks turned red and his eyes became wet. He said, "Brother Keiji is almost fifty years old, right?"

"Forty-eight." Uchiha Keiji replied.

"Time really doesn't spare anyone!" Ye Shan said with a smile, "A man's golden years are only a few years, and it seems that Brother Keiji is about to expire."

"You know what, I've been feeling more and more powerless lately. I feel sleepy early in the evening, my appetite has also decreased, and my body functions have deteriorated."

Ye Shan picked up some food and said slowly, "Have you ever thought about changing your position and working for a few years? The Anbu is too dark and it's easy to get mentally ill if you work there for a long time."

Uchiha Keiji put down his chopsticks and said solemnly: "I will resolutely obey the arrangements, even if it means going to farm!"

"What are you thinking!" Ye Shan said with a smile, "We are all in the same group. It is not your turn to do the hard work of farming. I mean you can be the deputy Hokage, in charge of the village security, and take charge of some odd jobs. What do you think?"

Uchiha Keiji's heart beat violently, his face flushed instantly, and he said in a trembling voice: "Hokage-sama, are you kidding?"

"Of course it's not a joke."

"But the village already has two deputy Hokages. Wouldn't it be a bad idea to add another one?" Uchiha Keiji said cautiously.

"The reform of the new Rain Country is imminent, and the internal affairs of the village are increasing. I have decided to add a deputy hokage, who will mainly be responsible for unimportant trivial matters."

Ye Shan was playing with his wine glass, but his eyes were filled with chills. He was the Fourth Hokage of Konoha, and his authority was not something that could be challenged by some remnants of the old days. Since they took the initiative to come forward, don't blame him for turning his back on them.

"Brother Keiji, sometimes I always feel boring, but I am forced to do so." Ye Shan tilted his head back and drank the wine in the glass, with helplessness in his words.

Uchiha Fugaku simply and expressionlessly recounted what had just happened. Uchiha Keiji then suddenly realized and was secretly delighted.

I'm not afraid of god-like opponents, but I'm afraid of pig-like teammates. Uchiha Keiji has long been prepared to retire in the Anbu. He never expected that the so-called direct descendants of the third generation were so stupid that they openly challenged Yeshan's authority. This is really a godsend!

Therefore, he immediately stood up and stated: "I will resolutely obey the arrangements. From now on, if the Hokage tells me to go east, I will never go west!"

Ye Shan picked up a chicken leg and ate it in big mouthfuls, saying vaguely: "I always felt that Sarutobi Hiruzen was too stingy. He actually put his own people in all the important positions in the village and would not tolerate the existence of other forces. Now it's my turn to be the master, and I suddenly realized that Sarutobi Hiruzen's approach was correct. Tell me why."

Uchiha Keiji said without hesitation: "The Hokage's magnanimity is definitely not comparable to Sarutobi Hiruzen. He appoints people based on personal connections for his own selfish desires, but you are different. From the starting point, there is a huge difference."

"Don't always say nice things, tell the truth."

"Yes!" Uchiha Keiji took on the role of reporting work and said respectfully, "From the perspective of the organizational framework, the power of the Hokage comes from only one thing, and that is the obedience of the subordinates. Once the subordinates have ulterior motives, no matter how good the order is, it will be distorted or even have a counterproductive effect."

"At present, there are a few ninjas in the village who do not understand your reforms and think that the reforms are meaningless. This is superficial, wrong, and worthy of criticism. But then again, Hokage-sama, there is no need to care about those jumping clowns. If they are disobedient, just replace them with obedient people, that's all."

Ye Shan threw away the chicken bone, picked up a tissue to wipe his mouth, and slowly said: "I once aspired to be an open-minded and open-minded Hokage. I thought that having different voices within the village was a good thing. After all, a single flower does not make spring, and a hundred flowers blooming together are the most beautiful. But looking back, I realized that I was on the wrong path."

"A leadership group must hold great power. Only when they concentrate their power can they strike out with strength. There are big problems at the top level. Some people not only do not recognize reform, but also want to sabotage it. I cannot tolerate this!"

Ye Zi frowned and stared at the ceiling, and continued: "Power has never been a game, and reform cannot tolerate any carelessness. I need a funny group to complete the task. After all, time waits for no one!"

Uchiha Fugaku smiled and said: "Speaking of which, I have to thank them. Without them, the Uchiha clan would not be so valued!"

Ye Shan smiled bitterly and said, "I'm not afraid of you laughing at me, but I've been the Hokage for two and a half years, and I've cultivated a few trusted confidants. It's really embarrassing that I still have to rely on you for help."

Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile: "How can a confidant be cultivated easily? Everyone has their own little thoughts and their own selfish desires. The most difficult thing to figure out in the world is the human heart!"

"Well said, it will all come to light!" Ye Shan laughed and raised his wine glass, motioning for them to drink it together.

"They are wrong about one thing, that is, I have the Uchiha clan behind me, so I am not short of talent at all! They overestimated their own abilities and underestimated my determination! For the sake of reform, I am not afraid of being criticized for nepotism behind my back."

"To win over one group and suppress another is a common tactic used by those in power. Giving a carrot and then a stick is also a supreme magic weapon. They think that after being hit by the stick, it is time to eat the carrot, but I will not let them get their wish!"

"Obedient people eat carrots every day, while disobedient people eat sticks every meal. This is my style." Ye Shan said.

Uchiha Fugaku smacked his lips and said, "It's a pity for Minato, he supports reform from the bottom of his heart."

Ye Shan nodded and said, "There's nothing we can do. Who made him be labeled as the old party? Who made the old party jump out to oppose? Although it is said that you should trust the people you employ, there is also a saying behind it: don't employ the person you doubt! We only have one year of golden time. We can't afford to gamble and we dare not gamble."

"Minato is the best young ninja I have ever seen, bar none! He is very powerful and made a great name for himself in the Third Ninja World War; he is friendly and not at all domineering after taking power; he is compassionate and always sympathizes with those who are suffering; he has a broad vision and can resolutely give up his own interests for the sake of the collective interests. Perhaps he is the most suitable candidate for Hokage!"

Ye Shan finished his compliments in one breath and changed the subject, "In time, Minato will surely become a pioneer of the new era and a model of reform, but I dare not bet on it. Because he is good in every way, but his hand is not strong enough! When it comes to matters involving close people, he is a little indecisive."

"Those people in the old party have a close relationship with him. Who can guarantee that Shuimen can make a decisive decision?"

"So I made up my mind to be a villain who doesn't keep his word and let someone more trustworthy go to the New Rain Country to take charge of the situation."

Uchiha Fugaku said seriously: "I will obey orders!"

"Yes!" Ye Shan agreed: "The Uchiha clan is the strongest backing for me to become Hokage. We have long shared the same fate. There is no need to be polite. When it is time to act, we have to rely on our own people!"

"Fugaku, you have to work hard and strive to hand in an astonishing answer by the end of the year!"

"We will fulfill our mission!"

"Take Itachi with you, and let him see the joys and sorrows of the world with his own eyes."

"What do you mean?" Uchiha Fugaku asked with a smile on his face, suppressing his inner excitement.

Ye Shan smiled and said, "You are right. Uchiha Itachi is a potential Hokage. We will eventually grow old and need an excellent successor to inherit the cause. Do you understand?"

"Understood!"

Ye Shan turned his gaze to Uchiha Keiji and said, "Brother Keiji, starting tomorrow you will be the third deputy Hokage, so you naturally cannot sit idle."

"Everything will be subject to the arrangements of Lord Hokage!" Uchiha Keiji responded.

"In the past few decades, the Uchiha clan has suffered enough oppression and exclusion. Its political status has plummeted, and it has fallen from a partner in Konoha to a marginal role. Don't you have any complaints in your hearts?"

Uchiha Keiji's eyes turned red, and he almost shed tears when he recalled those dark days.

The Uchiha clan was really miserable. All the policies introduced by the Second Hokage had the shadow of suppressing them, which made them almost hated by everyone in the village. They were just there to make up the numbers at every meeting, and if they said one more word, they would be charged with treason. The proud Uchiha clan ninjas naturally couldn't stand it, and many radicals wanted to seek political status through force. Fortunately, Ye Shan turned out, otherwise it would be hard to say.

"It's more than just complaints, it's reached the point of a fight to the death! Lord Uchiha Kagami died in unclear circumstances, and there's still no explanation for this!" Uchiha Keiji said gritting his teeth.

"Before, it was during the Ninja World War, and maintaining internal stability in the village was the top priority, so I have been suppressing your anger. But now it's different. The war is over, and it's time for a major reshuffle of power!" Ye Shan said slowly with narrowed eyes.

"I intend to set up a department called the Konoha Law Enforcement Team. You will be in charge and answer only to me!"

"The Konoha Law Enforcement Team has the right to arrest any ninja on the payroll. They can do it without prior notice, and they can make groundless accusations! In a word, investigate them thoroughly, arrest them, and rip out their teeth!"

“Who will be in charge of the law enforcement team?”

"There are and only are Uchiha clan ninjas!" Ye Shan's voice was low, like the whimpering of the cold wind: "Aren't you holding a grudge? I'll give you a chance to vent your anger, don't be polite, and do your best!"

Uchiha Fugaku said with some concern: "Wouldn't it be too much trouble to do this? Right now, the reform of the New Rain Country is the top priority. Internal instability can easily lead to a concentrated outbreak of conflicts."

Ye Shan waved his hand and said firmly: "They think I don't dare to start a war, and that I will swallow my anger and keep things quiet for the sake of reform, but they underestimated my determination!"

"As long as I'm alive, those people will never be able to get over the Five Finger Mountain! As long as we have food, all the problems of the New Rain Country will be no problem!"

"If that's the case, why should we be afraid? Just go for it!"