Then, a name floated into his mind.
Uchiha Mikoto!
Chihiro opened his eyes, and the image of a Yamato Nadeshiko woman appeared in his mind.
"She's the one!"
The Uzushigakure just happens to be missing a Shinigami from the Uchiha Clan.
And Kushina said that her relationship with Uchiha Mikoto was quite good when they were in Konoha.
It just so happens that she can come over to be Kushina's best friend.
Konoha, Hokage Office.
Sarutobi Hiruzen's face darkened.
"Uchiha Mikoto..."
Why, of all people, did it have to be someone from the Uchiha Clan?
Since the last invasion by the Uzushigakure,
a hidden rift had grown between the Uchiha, Hyuga, and Konoha's high-ranking officials.
Although they still treated each other with respect, they were now separated in spirit.
Even during Konoha's high-level meetings, the two clans showed no interest.
But of all things, the Uzushigakure specifically requested a talent from the Uchiha Clan!
This is not only an attempt to hollow out the Foundation of their Bloodline Limit in Konoha, but also to deepen the rift between Konoha and the Uchiha!
An open conspiracy!
A blatant open conspiracy!
However, Sarutobi Hiruzen could only grit his teeth and accept it.
If he agreed, Konoha would still have a chance to breathe.
If he didn't agree, what awaited him was another invasion by the Uzushigakure.
"Sigh!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed deeply.
For the first time, he felt the exhaustion of being Hokage.
He took a puff from his pipe and said helplessly, "I can only personally visit the Uchiha."
Uchiha Compound.
Sarutobi Hiruzen was received by Uchiha Fugaku, who had succeeded as Clan Chief.
After tea was served, Uchiha Fugaku's expression was cold as he said, "Hokage-sama, you honor us with your presence. The Uchiha apologize for not being able to greet you sooner."
"May I ask, Hokage-sama, what brings you to the Uchiha?"
Uchiha Fugaku showed no outward emotion, but he was very wary internally.
One does not visit the 'Three Treasures Hall' without reason.
Especially with Sarutobi Hiruzen, that old schemer.
Being sought out by him was never a good sign.
Sarutobi Hiruzen first picked up his teacup, took a sip, and cleared his throat.
At the same time, he pondered how exactly he should broach the subject with Uchiha Fugaku.
Seeing Sarutobi Hiruzen's hesitant manner, Uchiha Fugaku immediately understood that this was not good news!
A wave of frustration suddenly rose in his heart.
When good things happen, they never look for us, but when trouble arises, they remember us, right?
Sarutobi Hiruzen, having prepared himself, spoke: "Fugaku, Konoha is now facing a crisis, and only your Uchiha Clan can save Konoha!"
He immediately pinned such a huge responsibility on them?
Uchiha Fugaku immediately lowered his head and said, "No, no, we still need everyone in Konoha to work together. We Uchiha are merely contributing a negligible amount of strength."
Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly grasped Uchiha Fugaku's hand, expressing genuine emotion: "No, this time, only your Uchiha Clan can save Konoha!"
Uchiha Fugaku frowned, sensing something bad was coming.
But he knew this matter couldn't be avoided. So he said, "Hokage-sama, just tell me what is needed. As long as the Uchiha can achieve it, we will spare no effort."
"Good, good, good!" Sarutobi Hiruzen said 'good' three times in succession, then spoke sorrowfully: "This time, we may need to sacrifice Uchiha Mikoto of your clan."
Uchiha Fugaku froze instantly.
"Mi...koto!?"
----------------------------------
I've already posted 40 new chapters on Patreon!
If you like the story and want to reaad more, please visit my patreon. Every support is very meaningful!
[patreon.com/Kazenova223]
Thank you very much!
"And If you're enjoying it, drop a Power Stone for me!"