Chapter 178 Three Generations and Roots (5000) (Please subscribe and vote monthly)

At night, in Konoha, in the Hokage Building, in the secret room of the Hokage's office, Sandai, Mito Kadoen and Koharu, who has been transferred to another dormitory, are having a secret meeting here.

"Hiruzen, how is the situation over there at the roots?"

Mito Menyan asked anxiously.

After he returned from Konoha Prison, he immediately sent people to contact some known root members, but found that all the root members at the contact location had disappeared. It was not just him, but also those who had transferred to Koharu's side. The same is true.

Later, the two of them tried many methods to find the people at the root, and even found several secret bases at the root, but there was no one inside, and many things were destroyed, leaving not many useful clues.

After Danzo's death, the Roots did not seem to lose control as they imagined, but instead chose to hide collectively.

Naturally, such abnormal behavior of the roots did not make Mito Kabuto and Koharu Koharu happy. Instead, they became more and more worried, because there were various signs that there seemed to be a leader within the roots, and he was replacing Danzo to control the roots. Take command.

And who this person is, they have no way of knowing.

"There are no clues. All we found were some small shrimps. We don't even know where the core members at the root went?"

The third generation shook his head and said, with a deep solemn look on his face.

Like Mito Kabuto and Koharu Koharu, the more abnormal the root behaves, the more worried he becomes about the condition of the root.

When Danzo was here, Genbu still had channels of communication with Konoha. Now that Danzo is gone, Genbu seems to be deliberately avoiding Konoha. This is not a good signal, at least for Konoha and the Third Generation.

Because this means that the roots are out of control and things are developing in an unpredictable direction.

What troubles them the most is that the root not only holds some of their dirty information, but also holds a lot of important information about Konoha. Once the root is used by someone with intentions and becomes a tool to deal with Konoha, the consequences will be disastrous.

"Damn Danzo, it's really hard for people to live in peace even if they die."

The third generation frowned and thought with a huge headache.

He really didn't expect the abnormal behavior of the root. It seems that during the period when Danzo was imprisoned, this guy had thought about ways to continue to operate the root normally when he could not personally command the root. He even tried to restart the root. After regaining control of the roots, some back-ups were secretly arranged.

Maybe Danzo had already arranged for a successor.

"This guy should also be aware of the risks of doing that kind of thing. He must have thought about being retaliated to death. Then who will be his heir?"

The third generation suddenly found that he could no longer guess Danzo's thoughts.

"It's all the fault of Senju Momoka. If she hadn't colluded with outsiders, Danzo would not have died, and his roots would not have lost control. If the Senju clan were led by her like this, they would be destroyed sooner or later, and Konoha would also be deeply affected. Harmful."

Xiaochun said bitterly after going to bed.

She had been humiliated in front of Senju Mooka today. It was absolutely impossible to say that she would be willing to do this.

Now that the confrontation between the Senju Clan and the Third Generation has become clear, she must try her best to put eye drops in front of the Third Generation, so that the Third Generation can take the initiative to target the Senju Clan.

"Koharu, don't talk nonsense if there is no evidence. Moreover, the Senju clan is a prominent family in Konoha and the teacher's family. They will never betray Konoha."

Mito Monohan was not as brainless as Koharu Koharu, who was transferred to the dormitory, and he immediately corrected Koharu's mistake by targeting the Senju clan.

In Konoha, speaking ill of the Senju clan is a very unwise thing. If one day you let it slip and people hear it, it may soon spread to the ears of the Senju clan.

The Senju clan is notoriously popular in Konoha, especially among the common people, and they are very popular.

"But what if Senju Mooka invited other ninja clan talkers to the Senju clan's banquet today? She didn't invite them earlier, but she chose today. The Senju clan is absolutely separated from that mysterious shadow-level powerhouse. Regardless of the relationship, Hiruzen would be injured by that mysterious shadow-level strongman, which must be the intention of the Thousand Hands clan."

Senju Momoka was not here now, so Koharu was very courageous when he moved to bed. He completely ignored Mito Kadoba's advice and continued to talk endlessly.

However, when she wanted to put the blame for the mysterious shadow-level strongman beating the third generation on the Senju clan, she did not notice that the third generation's face instantly turned as dark as a pot lid.

For the third generation, today is definitely the darkest day since he became Hokage.

As Hokage, Konoha's strongest card, he was beaten by the enemy in front of many Konoha ninjas. This memory was simply unbearable to look back on.

Because of this, he is still full of anger and has nowhere to vent.

When I went to bed, Xiaochun really didn't open or pick up any pot, and she didn't have any eyesight at all.

"Ahem~"

Koharu, who was transferred to the dormitory, did not notice the expression of the third generation at this time, but Mito Kadeni noticed it. He quickly coughed a few times to remind Koharu, who was transferred to the dormitory, not to talk any more.

Unfortunately, before Koharu could react, Sandai turned to Koharu with a dark face and shouted angrily at Koharu: "That's enough. Stop talking about it. Don't fabricate facts without evidence. You are a consultant to the Hokage. Do you want to see this?" Until Konoha splits?"

As he spoke, a terrifying killing intent burst out of him and rushed towards Xiaochun who was sleeping.

When Koharu went to bed, he was scolded so angrily by the third generation and was hit by the murderous intent of the third generation. He was immediately stunned. He subconsciously took a few steps back, the voice in his mouth stopped suddenly, and there was a fearful expression on his face. His whole body was in a panic. Trembling slightly.

"Hiruzhan, Koharu is not an enemy. What she just said were just angry words. Don't take it to heart."

Seeing this, Mito Monoyan immediately reminded him.

The third generation was reminded, and then restrained his murderous intention, but still stared coldly at Koharu, who was sleeping, and said coldly: "Koharu, please remember, the Senju clan is not the enemy of Konoha, it is the same as the Uchiha clan. Different."

Although the Senju clan has declined, its status in Konoha has never been shaken, and it has always been the number one ninja clan in Konoha.

The reason is that the Senju clan still has the support of nearly 60% of the ninja clan, and most of the civilian ninja class also cares about the Senju clan.

If someone dares to go against the Senju clan, it is equivalent to going against most of Konoha.

The third generation is indeed very unhappy with the Thousand Hands clan, but he has never thought about taking action against the Thousand Hands clan now, and he is not even willing to become an enemy of the Thousand Hands clan now.

Because once he takes action against the Senju clan, he may not be able to keep his position as Hokage.

And after today's incident, the prestige of the Senju clan in Konoha will definitely be further enhanced. Many ninjas who secretly defected to the Sarutobi clan because the Senju clan lost a shadow-level strongman may have to change their minds again.

What worries him most is that if he formally confronts the Senju clan, serious divisions may occur within Konoha, which will be fatal to Konoha, which is currently at war.

No matter what, as Hokage, protecting Konoha is his ultimate mission, even if it is his family, he must come second.

If anyone dares to create divisions within Konoha and put Konoha in danger, he will not forgive them lightly.

"I, I know."

Xiaochun replied with a pale face when he went to bed, then lowered his head, not daring to look at the third generation again, and said no more words.

"Alas~, after Danzo's death, Hiruzen's old bad temper gradually emerged. It's really not good."

Mito Monobu looked at Koharu who was so frightened by the third generation that he moved to bed and lamented in his heart.

He has also grown up with Sandai since he was a child, so he knows very well that Sandai is not actually a good-tempered person. He does care about his companions very much, is reliable at critical moments, and has the courage to stand up and break up the trouble, but this is not It means he has a good temper.

On the contrary, he used to have a bad temper and was always ruthless towards his enemies. When he was young, conflicts with his enemies often broke out at the slightest disagreement.

The reason why his temper got better was after he became Hokage and then worked together with Danzo.

He stood in the sun and was always under the supervision of the villagers, so he kept showing his bright side, and eventually became a good Hokage who was loved by the villagers.

Danzo becomes his shadow, doing things for his dark side.

The two of them, one light and one dark, combined, are the true Third Hokage.

Now that Danzo is gone, the third generation who has lost half of his body will finally gradually find his dark side.

"Menyan, Koharu, Danzo is gone, and the roots he led have also lost information and control. It is not possible to continue like this, so I decided to give you two a task, that is, take over Danzo's work. You can do it. ?"

Seeing that Xiaochun calmed down after the third generation went to bed, he also realized that his behavior just now was a bit rough, his expression quickly softened, and he smiled at the two of them, with expectant eyes in his eyes.

After getting used to having Danzo do his dirty work for him, he couldn't help but feel a little anxious now that he was losing Danzo and his roots.

Fortunately, he has a replacement, and Mito Kadeni and Koharu are good choices.

"Hiruzhan, you want us to replace Danzo? Are you kidding me? Although I want to help you, my abilities are really limited. I'm afraid I won't be able to share your worries."

Mito Kadoyan was shocked when he heard what Sandai said and quickly refused.

"Yes, the two of us really can't do Danzo's work. As you know, both of us are just from the small ninja clan, and our strength is not as good as Danzo's. We can't control him as firmly as Danzo. Stay at the roots.”

After going to bed, Xiaochun also quickly refused the job assigned to her by the third generation.

The two of them had once envied Danzo for having a private armed force called Genbe, but when they truly understood the internal situation and the nature of the work of Genbe, they no longer envied Danzo at all.

That is a big pit. Once you jump in, you will basically say goodbye to the bright world and stay in the dark world of the ninja world for the rest of your life. Moreover, because you do too much dirty work, you will be feared and feared by the villagers. discriminate.

This job is really not something that ordinary people can do. Those who are qualified must have a big heart and perseverance.

To be honest, Danzo can serve as the leader of the Roots and has been doing so for more than 20 years. He has also developed and expanded the Roots, a dark organization in Konoha. His willpower and talents are actually not much worse than the third generation. To some extent, even better than the third generation. Even better.

"Can't you or don't want to?"

When Sandai saw the two refused, his expression instantly turned cold and he questioned.

The reason why he called the two people over was of course not to listen to the two people's information about the roots, but to want them to take over Danzo's job and serve him.

This is what he now believes is the remaining value of the two of them.

If the two of them were unwilling to accept the job, then he no longer needed the two of them.

In fact, he also had evidence that the two abused their power for personal gain, but because they were old comrades, could help him in high-level decision-making, and were greedy, he turned a blind eye. Eye.

However, once he feels that the two of them are worthless, these black materials will become a good tool for him to bring them down.

After hearing this, Mito Kaden and Koharu looked at Sandai's cold face and cold eyes, and sweat broke out on their foreheads. They had realized that this was a request that they could not refuse. If they refused, The consequences can be serious.

"Hiruzhan, please don't embarrass us."

Mito Menyan said bravely.

"Someone told me that a batch of supplies sent to the front line a few days ago was in the wrong quantity. A batch of new anesthetics were missing, and some of the weapons were of poor quality."

Sandai said coldly.

As soon as these words came out, the pupils of Mito Menyan's eyes instantly shrank to pinpoints, and even more sweat broke out on his forehead. He gritted his teeth, and finally said with a dejected expression: "Okay, I'll give it a try."

When the third generation saw that Mito Katoyan had succumbed, he turned his attention to Koharu who was transferred to the next bed.

Looking at Sandai's cold, knife-like gaze, Xiaochun suddenly felt chilled when he went to bed. He nodded and said, "I will listen to your arrangement."

She was not a fool. Since Sandai was able to threaten Miutomon with his dirty information, he must also be ready with her dirty information to threaten her.

If she doesn't listen to the Third Generation, it will be impossible for her to be the Hokage's advisor, and even the ninja clan behind her will be implicated.

In order to keep her position as Hokage's advisor, she could only follow the instructions of the third generation. Thinking about it now, she really regrets it. She should not be greedy and do things that use power for personal gain.

"Very good, with two people helping me, the new root will definitely be able to run quickly. Don't worry, the construction of the new root is not just done by you two. I will let my son Sarutobi Takashi participate in it. Hata Kisakumo will also add new roots when the time comes.”

After the Sandaime successfully made Mito Kadoen and Kaden Koharu succumb to his will, he once again put a smile on his face and revealed his plans.

"Will Hatake Sakumo also join?"

When Mito Kadoyan heard the third generation's words, his eyes suddenly lit up and he said in surprise.

As a leader of a dark organization like the Roots, if he wants to control his subordinates, he must be strong enough, otherwise he will not be able to suppress the surly, cruel, and unruly thorn-headed ninjas of the Roots.

His own strength used to be okay, but since he retreated to the second line, due to neglect of training and some old injuries, his strength has declined very seriously. In terms of strength, he is still first-rate among elite ninjas, but this time The strength may not be enough to suppress the basic ninja.

But the addition of Sakumo Hatake undoubtedly gave him reassurance.

The strength of this Konoha White Fang is enough to suppress all dissatisfied voices at the root.

"certainly."

The third generation nodded.

Hatake Sakumo is a ninja who is loyal to Konoha. As long as he is Hokage, Hatake will obey his orders. However, this man is a person with a pure will of fire and is not suitable for handling dirty work.

But it doesn't matter, he just needs to let Hatake Sakumo put his name on the new roots.

In fact, Mitomenitis and Koharu Koharu play the same role in new roots,

The real person behind the scenes is his son Sarutobi Takashi.

"Hiruzen, I heard that Hatake Sakumo is now the leading teacher of Nawaki, Chizuru and Kirito, and was sent by you to perform a secret mission."

Xiaochun suddenly asked after going to bed.

"That's right."

The third generation nodded and admitted.

"I think you should suspend their mission immediately and get Hatake Sakumo back as soon as possible. That mysterious shadow-level powerhouse is likely to appear again. We have to guard against it. If Hatake Sakumo is here today, today's The ending will definitely be different.”

After Xiaochun received the confirmation, he immediately expressed his proposal.

She no longer has a good impression of the Senju clan at all, because the Senju clan colluded with outsiders to kill Danzo. As a result, the third generation forced Danzo's job into her hands. It can be said that the future will be ruined.

Therefore, when the third generation said that she wanted Hatake Sakumo to join the new roots, she immediately thought of the idea.

This will not only allow Hatake Sakumo to return to Konoha to participate in the new root construction and suppress the arrogance of the Senju clan, but also prevent the two young ninjas who belong to the Senju clan, Nawaki and Kirito, from enjoying Hatake. Sakumo's protection.

It's literally killing three birds with one stone.

However, her proposal did not immediately gain the approval of the third generation.

Sandai was silent, frowning slightly as he considered the pros and cons.

He had just received the results of the White Fang Team in the Kingdom of Wind not long ago. The results were quite impressive. The tasks he had assigned to the White Fang Team had been completed quite well. If the White Fang Team continued to wreak havoc behind enemy lines, Maybe it can speed up the time for Konoha to defeat Sunagakure.

If we let Hatake Sakumo come back now, wouldn't all our previous efforts be wasted?

Moreover, Nasuki, Kirito, and Chizuru are all important Konoha buds in Konoha. They need the protection of a reliable and strong person right now, so nothing can happen to them.

Sandai is a little undecided now.

"Hiruzhan, only when the rear area remains stable can those on the front line fight the enemy with peace of mind. Don't worry about one thing at the expense of the other. You know the strength of the enemy today best. If he comes to Konoha to cause trouble again, you are sure to defeat him." Is it expulsion or defeat?"

When Xiaochun went to bed and saw that Sandai had not responded, he decided to add another fire.

Koharu's fire undoubtedly burned Sandai's butt severely. He immediately made up his mind and said murderously: "It's really time to let Hatake Sakumo come back. I won't make the same mistake again." The second time, if that guy dares to come again, I will definitely make him never come back."