Chapter 946: Internal Review of the Hyuga Clan

This is very tricky.

The main reason is that neither Sarutobi Hiruzen nor Shimura Danzo thought that the members of the Anbu would be the other party's people.

With the confession of the Anbu and the corpse of the Hyuga branch family, this matter can be said to be ironclad evidence.

In the depths of Konoha Village, the Hyuga clan's residence, the atmosphere was so solemn that it seemed that even the air was frozen.

The afterglow of the setting sun barely penetrated the dense clouds and sprinkled on this ancient and solemn courtyard, but it could not illuminate the haze in Hyuga Hiashi's heart.

He stood in the center of the hall, facing several elders of the main family with different expressions, his eyes flashing with anger and confusion that were difficult to conceal.

"Who are you, acting on your own?"

Hyuga Hiashi was very angry, he already knew about this.

Fortunately, the Hokage still trusted the Hyuga clan, and Sarutobi Hiruzen even handed the intelligence scroll given to him by Shimura Danzo to Hyuga Hiashi, who also broke out in a cold sweat after reading it.

Kidnapping and holding Sarutobi Konohamaru hostage to threaten Sarutobi Hiruzen to compromise?

Such audacious and rebellious things dare to do, do you really think that if the Uchiha clan is exterminated, the Hyuga clan will not be exterminated?

Even if Konoha is in turmoil now, the most precarious time in so many years, it is not the Hyuga clan that can cause trouble.

The Uchiha clan has already demonstrated the fate of trying to fight against the entire village with the power of one clan.

Hyuga Hiashi immediately stated that there was no such thing, but he knew very well that the only people who could order the Hyuga branch family were those of the Hyuga main family. After all, they had the power of life and death of the caged bird sealing technique, and the Hyuga branch family could be said to be absolutely loyal to the Hyuga main family.

Hyuga Hiashi was angry that the Hyuga main family did such a thing without telling him, the clan leader.

"The Hyuga clan has been one of the pillars of Konoha since ancient times. We take it as our duty to protect Konoha and maintain peace. How could anyone dare to do such a treasonous thing?"

Hyuga Hiashi's words were full of disbelief and grief. He knew very well that once this matter was known to the outside world, not only would the reputation of the Hyuga clan be ruined, but it would also cause unrest and uneasiness in the entire Konoha Village.

"Patriarch, we really didn't know anything about it!"

An elderly elder of the main family replied in a trembling voice, his eyes full of innocence and fear. Obviously, this sudden accusation caught him off guard and made him realize the seriousness of the situation.

"Hiashi, what are you talking about? How could we do such a ridiculous thing?"

An elder of the Hyuga main family retorted angrily.

"Don't know? Then, who can explain why members of the Hyuga branch family appeared in such an occasion? Why would their bodies become ironclad evidence to accuse us?"

Hyuga Hiashi's voice became more and more severe, and the scroll in his hand was tightly grasped, as if it was his only support at the moment.

"Hiashi, you must understand that although there are differences between our Hyuga main family and branch family, we are of the same origin. How could we do such a disrespectful thing?"

A white-haired elder, with a trembling voice, was obviously shocked by this incident.

He tried to calm Hyuga Hiashi's anger with the family tradition and honor, but the effect did not seem obvious.

The meeting room fell into a deathly silence, and everyone's heartbeat was clearly audible.

After a while, an elder who seemed to be calmer slowly spoke: "Patriarch, we must analyze calmly. First of all, although these evidences point to the Hyuga branch family, they cannot directly prove that it was the main family who instructed it. Secondly, the branch family's loyalty to the main family is beyond doubt, but loyalty does not mean that it will not be used or manipulated by others."

"You are right, we can't conclude that it is the main family's responsibility based on these alone."

Hyuga Hiashi nodded.

"However, no matter who is behind this, I must find out the truth and clear the name of the Hyuga clan. At the same time, I must also let those traitors receive the punishment they deserve."

Hyuga Hiashi took a deep breath and tried to calm down. He knew that at this critical moment, any impulse could push the Hyuga clan into an abyss of no return.

He slowly walked to the window, staring at the gradually darkening sky outside the window, with mixed feelings in his heart.

"I naturally know the relationship between the main family and the branch family better than anyone else. But the facts are in front of us, the confession of the Anbu, the corpse of the Hyuga branch family, all of these point to an unacceptable fact-there is a traitor in our Hyuga clan."

Hyuga Hiashi turned around, his eyes like a torch, and scanned every elder present.

"As the head of the clan, I have the responsibility and obligation to find out the truth, give an explanation to the village, and clear the name of the Hyuga clan."

Hearing this, the elders looked at each other, and the hall fell into silence for a while. Some of them looked puzzled, while others seemed to be worried.

Obviously, such an accusation would be a heavy blow to any family, let alone the Hyuga clan, which is known for its loyalty and unity.

"Hiashi, we understand your anger and concern, but it would be too hasty to conclude that it was done by the main family based on these evidences alone."

Another younger elder stood up, his tone showing respect for Hiashi and a cautious analysis of the situation.

"We, the Hyuga clan, have always taken it as our responsibility to protect Konoha, and would never do anything to harm the village. Moreover, kidnapping the grandson of the Hokage is a great stain on the family's honor."

Hyuga Hiashi nodded, indicating his agreement with the other party. But he also knew that the truth is often hidden under complex appearances, and it takes patience and wisdom to dig out.

"I am not blindly accusing, but this matter is too strange, which makes people suspicious. I propose that a special investigation team be set up immediately, with people from the main family and the branch family to participate in the investigation to thoroughly investigate the matter."

The elders nodded in agreement after hearing this.

They understood that now is not the time to blame each other, but to unite and face the crisis together.

So, an in-depth investigation of the "internal betrayal of the Hyuga clan" began.

Afterwards, Hyuga Hiashi ordered the immediate activation of the family's internal investigation mechanism, and to investigate all members of the Hyuga branch family who might be involved one by one, and at the same time strengthen the security precautions of the family's residence to prevent further infiltration by external forces.

He also decided to go to the Hokage Building in person to report the matter to Sarutobi Hiruzen, and asked the Hokage to send the Anbu to assist in the investigation to ensure the fairness and efficiency of the investigation.

On the way to the Hokage Building, Hyuga Hiashi felt extremely heavy.

This incident is a test for the Hyuga clan. If it is not handled properly, then...