Chapter 28 Leaks and Targeting

There were five people in the conference room.

The fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato, the third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hokage advisors Mito Kaden and Koharu Kaden, as well as root leader Shimura Danzo.

This is the core top management currently in charge of Konoha.

Except for the independent ninja giants and the [Jōnin Council], all other departments and powers in Konoha are scattered in the hands of five people.

Sarutobi Hiruzen currently controls: [Directly Affiliated ANBU], [City Defense Melee Force], [Medical Department], [Interrogation Department], and [Intelligence Department], with overwhelming power.

Mito Monuto and Koharu Shitama: jointly manage the [Administration Department], responsible for assisting the Hokage, contacting the [Fire Country], and accepting financial expenditures allocated to the village by the country. It is equivalent to taking charge of part of the decision-making power, diplomatic power, and financial power. His status is extremely high, comparable to that of an elder.

Danzo Shimura: He alone controls the [root] and also enjoys certain financial control rights.

Namikaze Minato: Currently, he only manages the [Ministry of Education], some direct ANBU are still being formed, and the main government affairs of the Hokage.

The rest include [Corpse Disposal Class] [Animal Training and Recuperation Class] [Enchantment Class] [Sealing Class]... and so on. These are fixed units, generally not subordinate to anyone, and only play a role in special battles.

This is the current distribution of power at the core level of Konoha.

The Yondaime Hokage may sound nice, but in reality the power he can control is very limited.

Not even Danzo.

However, Minato was in no hurry when he arrived. His position as Hokage did not depend on anyone's charity, but entirely on his own reputation in three battles.

Although he only succeeded to the throne of Hokage not long ago.

But he is already using his own way to change Konoha and the village.

What he lacks is just time...

…

After turning to bed, Koharu took the lead and asked: "Have the statistics of last night's casualties been released? When such a big disaster occurs, the daimyo cannot hide it, and a reply must be given as soon as possible."

Minato has already finished counting: "Preliminary statistics are out. There are 638 ninja casualties and 2845 civilian casualties. The number of injured is still being corrected..."

"Are the casualties so high?"

"The third war has just ended, and the village's vitality has been severely damaged."

"Now that we have been hit hard again, we are in trouble. Other villages are likely to take the opportunity to take action!"

Mito Kadoyan said worriedly, finally fully understanding the terror of Kyuubi.

The only good news is that Kyuubi has been resealed. In addition, the fourth generation Minato was still there, and his reputation as the 'yellow flash' was enough to deter most hostile forces from coveting him.

"I have ordered the border guards to step up patrols and send out some reconnaissance teams. If there are traces of enemy village operations, they should be discovered in time."

Minato's fighting talent and commanding talent were both good, and he had already arranged corresponding strategies.

If any village really wants to take advantage of the situation and rob it, Minato will definitely let them eat 'balls' as much as they want!

With Minato's assurance, the others felt much more at ease.

They may not believe in the young fourth generation's various abilities, but they have no doubt about his fighting ability.

"After all, how did the enemy masked man who released the Nine-Tails know the delivery time of the Jinchuuriki? And how did he sneak into the highest level of the barrier?" Koharu frowned and questioned when he went to bed.

Minato quickly explained:

"That guy has a very advanced [Time and Space Ninjutsu], and he probably relied on that move to cross the barrier. As for how to know the time of Kushina's delivery, this..."

At this moment, Danzo spoke:

"The time and place of the Jinchuuriki's delivery are top secret."

"Generally speaking, only the third and fourth generations and a few people know about it. The enemy's attack time is so precise, so the information must have been obtained in advance."

"Hiruzen, Minato, can you explain?"

Danzo's accusation was very sharp, and it was almost clear that someone was collaborating with the enemy and leaking secrets.

It takes three and four generations to give an explanation.

"This...I can't confirm yet whether anyone has leaked the secret."

Minato could only explain it this way, even though he was also very confused.

Because there are only a few people who know the secret of Kushina's delivery, and it is impossible for any one of them to betray the village!

Wait, Kakashi seems to know too?

Did Kakashi tell Obito?

Kakashi also rebelled against the village?

No, no, no, this is absolutely impossible!

The more Minato thought about it, the more confused he became, and he really didn't dare to make any random conclusions.

And it's hard for him to tell him directly, after all, the information that the masked man is Obito has not yet been confirmed.

There is no way he can claim now that it was his apprentice who single-handedly led to the disaster of [Night of the Nine Tails], right?

…

Of course Danzo was not satisfied with Minato's answer and immediately forced himself towards Sarutobi.

"Hiruzhan, what about you? It is said that the two people responsible for delivering the baby at that time, Lake Biwa and Tianji, were both your people..."

However, Sarutobi sat in his seat with his head down and remained silent the whole time.

"Hiruzen, Hiruzen?"

"Danzo! You shouldn't ask that. Lady Biwako was also killed at that time."

"What, Lake Biwa was also in trouble?"

Danzo was shocked, not knowing this.

Overnight, Sarutobi Hiruzen also lost his wife. No wonder he is so depressed now...

Thinking of this, Danzo couldn't force Sarutobi anymore.

So he pointed his finger at Minato again.

"Whoever leaked the secret must be investigated thoroughly."

"Also, the village has repeatedly emphasized the threat of the Nine-Tailed Jinchuuriki."

"Minato, as the fourth generation, you actually caused the Tailed Beasts to riot and caused such a huge loss to the village. As the Hokage, you must be responsible for this!"

This Danzo of the 4th world is no longer the passionate young man of the 2nd world.

Now he only has power and the position of Hokage in his eyes.

At this moment, he can seize this opportunity to criticize the fourth generation Minato for his negligence, and he will naturally not be soft-hearted.

It would be even better if he could use this opportunity to force him out of the position of Hokage!

At the beginning, part of the reason why Sarutobi abdicated to Minato was because he, as the reigning Hokage, must be responsible for the huge casualties caused by the Third War.

…

Facing Danzo's accusation, Minato frowned slightly. He really didn't want to tear his face with Danzo.

And the other party also had sufficient reasons at this moment and stood on the side of justice.

No matter what the reason, Kushina as the Jinchūriki and himself as the Hokage must be responsible for this Nine-Tails Rebellion.

"Isn't what I said wrong? As the Hokage, shouldn't he be responsible for this?"

"Koharu, Yan, what do you think?"

The two consultants hesitated. But they were slightly moved in their hearts. After all, if something goes wrong, someone has to take the blame.

Unless the person involved is already dead.

If Minato doesn't take the blame, should they take the blame?

"Let's talk about the responsibility later. The top priority now is to do a good job of the aftermath, repair the village as soon as possible, treat the wounded, and bury the dead..."

Sarutobi finally came to his senses and spoke to compromise and comfort.

"Huruzen, you are covering up!"

"Danzo, if you really want to take responsibility, can you tell us where you and the Root were last night?"

Sarutobi's tone suddenly became sharp and he asked directly.

"Huruzen, are you questioning me?"

"I just hope that everyone can be more united, especially at this time."

Sarutobi looked at Danzo deeply.

He opened his mouth to reveal something, but finally held it back.

He couldn't possibly say that he had met the first and second generations last night, and was scolded by Tobirama for more than ten minutes.

Even if he said it, Danzo wouldn't believe it!

He would only think that he was lying to him, and wanted him to take the blame, or wanted to reduce his power...

Ah!