Analyzing the Ninja World Starting from Konoha

Chapter 133 Covering the Pot, I Can Do It Too

This dazzling red flower not only exploded in the night sky above the border of the Land of Water, but it was also like a heavy hammer that slammed down on the conference table at the center of power in Konoha.

Being glared at is definitely not a trivial matter.

For Konoha, this is not only the loss of a pair of eyes with strategic reconnaissance value, but also a serious provocation to the overall security of Konoha's defense line.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.

"Knock knock knock".

A series of urgent knocks broke the tranquility of the courtyard.

Aoba opened the door and saw an ANBU ninja wearing an animal mask standing outside.

"Jonin Aoba Yamashiro, the Hokage has given an urgent order: proceed immediately to the Hokage Building conference room for an emergency Jonin meeting." The Anbu briefly relayed the order before disappearing from the spot.

Qingye raised an eyebrow slightly.

A Jonin meeting?

If they're in such a hurry, it must be because their eyes were stolen.

The value of the Byakugan is undeniable. Konoha must have received the information from the Hidden Mist front through some special channel, and convened an emergency meeting of Jonin early in the morning.

After changing into his combat uniform and new Jonin vest, Aoba used a teleportation technique to head straight for the Hokage Building.

This was, in fact, his first time attending a high-level village meeting since being promoted to Jonin.

When Aoba entered the conference room, there were already quite a few people sitting inside.

A quick glance reveals at least a hundred people!

There were familiar faces, but also many unfamiliar ones. However, the vast majority were dressed in clothing bearing their family crests, clearly indicating that they were either clan leaders or key technical members of their respective departments.

You must understand, this is wartime!

With Konoha deploying massive forces on the three fronts of Sunagakure, Kumogakure, and Iwagakure, it's astonishing that Konoha still has such a large base of high-end combat power.

"This is the true essence of Konoha—"

Aoba sighed inwardly.

No wonder Konoha was able to take on multiple opponents in each of the Shinobi World Wars. With such a reserve of combat power, it's no wonder that Konoha always produces a few geniuses in each Shinobi World War.

Aoba found a seat towards the back.

As a newly promoted Jonin, he was very self-aware.

In such situations, it's best to listen discreetly and not push your way forward.

People around him glanced at him, some curious, some scrutinizing, and some nodding in goodwill.

The title "Konoha Sandwall" is now quite well-known in the ninja world, and given that he is one of the youngest Jonin, it's hard for him not to attract attention.

Not long after, the conference room door was pushed open again.

The four high-ranking officials of Konoha—the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, and the three advisors Koharu Utatane, Homura Mitokado, and Danzo Shimura—entered the venue one by one.

Aoba's gaze instantly locked onto the old man walking at the very back, whose face was half-bandaged and who was leaning on a cane.

Danzo Shimura.

Qingye calmly observed the leader of the Roots.

Although he had fought against Danzo's forces before, this was the first time he had seen Danzo in person.

Actually, I'm not that old, I'd just say I'm getting on in years.

But how to put it, he had a gloomy face and a sinister aura, making him someone you couldn't like.

His face seemed to have the words "I am the villain" etched on it.

Aoba secretly curled her lip.

After the Konoha F4 took their positions, the noisy conference hall quickly quieted down.

The third generation cleared his throat and got straight to the point.

"I have summoned you all urgently because something extremely serious has happened."

""

The third generation's voice was calm yet subdued, his gaze slowly sweeping over everyone present.

"Last night, a battle report came from the Kirigakure front—one of our Hyuga clan reconnaissance squads was ambushed by Kirigakure ninjas, and all members were killed."

"And the most serious thing is—"

The third generation paused, his tone becoming unusually heavy.

"The Byakugan has been taken by Kirigakure."

These words were like a bombshell dropped into the meeting room.

"What?!"

"My white eye was stolen?!"

"How is that possible! Hasn't Hyuga always been sealed off—"

The meeting room erupted in chaos, with discussions rising and falling.

The value of rolling one's eyes is undeniable.

Those present were all Konoha's elites, well aware of the Byakugan's strategic value. As one of Konoha's three great dojutsu, the Byakugan's 360-degree field of vision and X-ray vision play an irreplaceable role in both reconnaissance and combat.

The Byakugan played a significant role in enabling Konoha to maintain its advantage in major power wars.

This is equivalent to fighting with a map open, allowing Konoha to achieve significant results with a small number of troops.

However, if the Byakugan falls into the hands of an enemy country, many of Konoha's tactical arrangements will be easily exposed.

When the fighting starts, both sides will only be able to fight by sheer numbers and use human lives to fight!

The Byakugan of the Hyuga clan has always been sealed with a cursed seal, so even though the major ninja villages have long coveted the Byakugan, it has never been obtained by an enemy country.

But why was my eye roll suddenly taken away?

The crowd was buzzing with discussion, and Qingye, sitting in the back row, also showed a surprised expression at the opportune moment.

Then, without making a sound, he turned his gaze to Danzo above.

Seemingly sensing Aoba's gaze, Danzo's single exposed eye also accurately caught Aoba's gaze.

Almost at the same moment, their eyes met in the noisy conference hall.

Aoba did not look away.

He stared straight at Danzo, his gaze calm, even carrying a hint of scrutiny.

A cold killing intent flashed in Danzo's eyes, but it quickly disappeared, leaving only his gloomy eyes.

Because Aoba's eyes were fixed on Danzo without any attempt to hide it, his gaze practically saying, "You did it!"

""

Danzo's eyes twitched as he listened to Aoba's blunt gaze.

What do you mean by that?!

It's not like I did the dirty work that got me glared at!

It's not like I have the Sharingan, why would I need the Byakugan?

This brat actually dared to try and pin the blame on me! If it weren't for the inappropriate situation, I would have—

Danzo could only take a deep breath and look away, refusing to look at that wretched brat!

The silent standoff between the two was quickly noticed by those around them.

The clan leaders of the several ninja clans exchanged glances.

It was no secret among the upper echelons of Konoha that Aoba and Danzo were at odds.

The fact that Aoba was being targeted and marginalized on the front lines of Sunagakure could not be kept secret. Although it was Sarutobi Shinnosuke who did it, everyone knew who the real mastermind was.

However, the exact nature of the conflict between the two remains unclear, which led Danzo to take action against a skilled Konoha ninja.

Many people's eyes darted back and forth between the two, creating a subtle atmosphere.

"Cough cough."

The Third Hokage cleared his throat again, drawing everyone's attention back to him.

"The theft of the Byakugan this time was a premeditated act; Kirigakure's target was the Byakugan from the very beginning."

The Third Hokage's gaze swept across the entire area with a heavy expression. "The village has dispatched elite members of the Anbu to do everything in their power to retrieve the Byakugan."

As soon as he finished speaking, a Jonin sitting in the middle stood up.

"Lord Hokage, isn't the Hyuga clan's Byakugan protected by a seal? Even if someone sacrifices themselves, the Byakugan should be sealed and destroyed along with it. How could it have been stolen by an enemy country?"

This question hit the nail on the head, and many people present looked puzzled.

All eyes in the room turned towards the Hyuga clan.

Immediately afterwards, a figure slowly stood up from the front row.

He is the head of the Hyuga clan.

His face was aged and tired, and his gray hair made him look much older.

The Hyuga clan head bowed deeply to the Third Hokage.

"This matter is the fault of my Hyuga clan. I apologize to the Hokage and to everyone present."

The Hyuga clan leader straightened up, his eyes filled with regret and self-reproach.

"The person whose Byakugan was taken away is named Hyuga Muneya. He is—a member of the Hyuga clan, and he does not possess the Caged Bird Seal."

These words caused another uproar in the meeting room.

The main family? A member of the main family who wasn't sealed by the curse seal went to the front lines?

The Hyuga clan leader endured the gazes from all directions, his voice heavy yet unwavering.

"Souya is a truly outstanding ninja who inherited the Will of Fire. He was unwilling to just hide in the rear and be protected by the branch family. He volunteered to go to the front line, wanting to do his part for the village and to prove that the main family and the branch family could fight side by side."

"It was I who gave him permission to go to the front lines."

The Hyuga clan leader closed his eyes. "I softened in the face of his plea. If I hadn't agreed, this wouldn't have happened."

He bowed deeply once again.

"I will take full responsibility for this incident. After this, I will resign from my position as clan chief."

These words were spoken sincerely and solemnly, and the meeting room fell silent.

Just then, Aoba stood up.

Nearly a hundred pairs of eyes instantly focused on this incredibly young Jonin.

"Lord Hokage, I have a few words to say."

The third generation nodded slightly, signaling him to speak.

"Just as the Hyuga clan head said, Muneya is indeed an excellent ninja who inherited the Will of Fire. He told me that he believes the main family should not just hide under the protection of the branch family and enjoy the fruits of their labor. He wants to break down the barriers between the main family and the branch family, and he wants to prove that the main family can also fight alongside the branch family."

Aoba's tone carried a hint of regret: "For such a pure Konoha ninja, his sacrifice is a loss to the village."

Upon hearing Aoba's words, the Hyuga clan leader's eyes reddened even more, and a hint of gratitude appeared in his gaze as he looked at Aoba.

However, Aoba's tone suddenly turned cold as he changed the subject.

"but!"

"As far as I know, Hyuga Muneya is always accompanied by several elite Jonin from the Hyuga branch family for close protection."

"Add to that the Byakugan's incredible 360-degree sensory ability, and the idea of ​​silently encircling, ambushing, or even successfully seizing the Byakugan under such tight defenses—"

Aoba's gaze swept across the entire arena, finally passing over the crowd and piercing straight towards Shimura Danzo on the high platform.

"This is definitely not a simple ambush, but a premeditated and highly targeted hunt!"

"The Hidden Mist ninja forces not only knew Hyuga Muneya's marching route, but also the strength of his defenses, which allowed them to strike with a single blow!"

Aoba's voice echoed in the conference room, each word resounding: "Only the frontline command could have such precise knowledge of our personnel deployment and marching routes!"

"Of course, I am absolutely not doubting that the commanders at the front would betray their comrades."

Aoba stared intently at Danzo, a cold smile curving his lips; he was practically poking Danzo's nose with his finger.

"I'm simply stating a fact—someone behind Konoha's lines stole the top-secret frontline defense map and leaked it to Kirigakure!"

boom!

The meeting room erupted in uproar once again!