"If Kakashi-senpai and I had arrived any later, Haruko might have already been taken away."
"Identity is the root, and Kakashi-senpai's judgment should be trustworthy."
"The purpose... shouldn't be as simple as just taking Haruko for questioning."
Uchiha clan territory.
Zhi Shui calmly reported everything that had happened that day.
He should have reported to the Third Hokage immediately, but because of Kakashi, he returned to the clan first and reported the situation to Fugaku.
It wasn't because Kakashi could save him one trip to the Konoha headquarters.
More importantly, he was also tasked with the secret mission of monitoring the Uchiha clan.
It cannot be exposed, not even by Kakashi.
"The Root organization, Elder Danzo, huh...?"
Fugaku pondered for a moment, his face serious.
As the clan leader, he has a lot to consider when faced with such a situation.
Why target a little girl?
Are the higher-ups in Konoha already preparing to further infiltrate and blockade the Uchiha clan?
This... is an action by Root? Has it been approved by the Hokage?
Does the Hokage know about this?
Haruko's early enrollment was approved by the third generation.
The third generation leader agreed to the early graduation.
The Third Hokage even arranged for his own son to be a ninja for the probation.
What is the purpose?
Could it be...?
"In short, this information should not be released for the time being to avoid unnecessary conflict between the clan and Konoha."
"Especially Itachi... He's been training very hard lately, so don't disturb him."
"I'll arrange for someone to keep an eye on Haruko... If all else fails, she can stay with me for now."
He rubbed his temples repeatedly.
Fugaku, who had considered countless possibilities in an instant, suddenly felt somewhat exhausted.
"yes!"
Shi Shui responded in a low voice, and then his figure disappeared.
inside the house.
Fugaku looked at the empty room and fell into deep thought once again.
If nothing unexpected happens.
Tonight, his home may be welcoming an important guest.
We need to handle this carefully...
The Uchiha clan is not yet at the point of turning against each other.
I never expected the village elders who hate the Uchiha to act so quickly.
Are they really going to nip their talent in the bud just because it's been shown...?
Or are they planning to dismantle the Uchiha clan starting with the next generation?
"A girl who awakened her Sharingan after Itachi was injured..."
"You will ultimately pay the price for underestimating the Uchiha..."
...
On the other side.
Hokage Building.
The same conversation is also taking place here.
Kakashi reported everything truthfully and asked for punishment for launching an attack on Root.
"I'm sorry, I couldn't control my emotions at the time and hurt my colleagues in the Root."
"I am willing to accept all punishment!"
Kakashi spoke very sincerely.
However, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't detect even a hint of remorse in his voice...
This child.
She still can't lie, just like always.
However, the fact that he would disregard his status and take action for a girl was something he had never expected.
"never mind."
"This was Danzo's dereliction of duty, and I will negotiate with him."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said it as if it were nothing.
This sudden move by our old buddy could very well push Konoha, which has finally managed to stabilize, back into chaos.
This is something he cannot accept.
It's time to give them a proper talking-to...
"Is that girl alright?"
"No, that Root member was probably on a 'kidnapping' mission, not trying to lure or deceive anyone."
Kakashi replied.
"I see…" Hiruzen Sarutobi pondered for a moment, "I understand."
"In that case, and since your injuries will require some time to heal, you shouldn't go to the Anbu for now."
"Since you have a good relationship with the Uchiha, why don't you keep an eye on that girl for me recently?"
Kakashi was overjoyed!
"yes!"
...
After Kakashi left.
Hiruzen Sarutobi lit another cigarette, took a few puffs, and then looked at the files on the table.
Before Kakashi Hatake arrived, he was selecting suitable Jonin to mentor two geniuses who had graduated early.
Itachi Uchiha was undoubtedly an all-around genius.
Calm and meticulous in action.
His exceptional combat talent was evident in his battle with Asuma.
Such a genius would undoubtedly put a lot of pressure on the Jonin.
However, compared to Itachi.
The other girl, Haruko, wasn't so troublesome.
Orochimaru has already claimed the girl.
Only, the girl was claimed.
I just don't know if this is a good thing or a bad thing...
A genius girl who is skilled in medical ninjutsu, swordsmanship, and physical combat.
He entrusted it to a disciple he was once most proud of, but who was gradually becoming incomprehensible to him...
It's a difficult decision.
However, given what happened, he had no choice.
Making Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin, serve as Haruko's Jonin can be seen as compensation for the Uchiha clan.
At the same time, it is also compensation for Danzo...
after all.
Konoha can no longer afford any internal strife.
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