Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 177 Danzo: He's Doomed

Since the alliance was proposed by Sunagakure, it seems reasonable for the Kazekage Rasa to choose the location for the alliance.

But this desert is the same desert where the ruins of Loulan are located.

Without a doubt, Kazekage Rasa is planning to cause trouble together with Shimura Danzo.

Natsume could understand his spirit of not wanting to be a gold miner.

However, since he's plotting something, he shouldn't blame himself for going too far.

"Pass this message on."

Natsume instructed, "At the same time, draft a list of members for the alliance delegation, and try to include all ninja clans and ninjas."

He planned to take this opportunity to demonstrate his military strength.

Therefore, the audience cannot be too small, and at the same time, they must be representative.

We can help him with publicity.

"Yes."

Kurenai nodded and said, "Our secretariat will discuss it immediately."

She turned and went back to the Hokage's secretary's office.

Soon, the news spread throughout Konoha Village.

Everyone was quite pleased with Sunagakure's initiative to form an alliance.

My only hope is to secure some good terms.

Konoha had participated in several previous wars, but regardless of the outcome, the results were never satisfactory.

Hyuga clan.

After listening to the report, Hiashi Hyuga's face showed deep thought.

The alliance delegation's requirements were rather strange.

Logically speaking, such matters are usually accompanied by the Hokage's guards or the Anbu.

Why would all the major ninja clans participate?

Hiashi Hyuga knew Natsume quite well, and thus sensed something unusual.

"Is there a problem?"

Hinata Rinka noticed his expression and poured him a cup of tea.

"It's nothing."

Hiashi Hyuga's expression softened slightly as he asked, "What do you think of sending Hizashi on this mission to Sunagakure?"

"Hizashi?"

Hinata Rinka paused for a moment, then said, "He's an advisor to the Hokage now; let's have someone else handle this kind of trivial matter."

The Hokage's advisor is, in terms of position, one level higher than the head of the Hyuga clan.

The alliance is no small matter, but the spotlight is all on the Hokage.

The accompanying ninjas were merely there to give them a boost.

"Actually, this is also what the elders wanted."

Hiashi Hyuga sighed and said, "The branch family ninjas are quite powerful now because of Hizashi's position as Hokage advisor. They're almost surpassing the main family in terms of influence."

"In that case, let Hizashi go."

Hinata Rinka stood behind him, rubbing her shoulders, and said, "The elders really don't need to do that."

Be careful what you say.

Hiashi Hyuga patted her hand and said in a deep voice, "They have their reasons."

"Forget it, I don't care about any of that."

Hinata Rinka changed the subject, saying, "Not long ago, Hinata completed an S-rank mission, which is practically unheard of among genin."

"After all, she's the one leading the Jonin team, Natsume."

Hiashi Hyuga was not surprised at all.

"Natsume, is he really that amazing?"

Hinata Rinka understood the hidden meaning in his words.

They believe that Hinata and her group were able to complete the S-rank mission because of Natsume.

Although she thought so too, Hiashi Hyuga's attitude seemed rather unusual.

Actually, she had this feeling before.

Logically speaking, the Hyuga clan's strength is undeniable.

So what if he's Naruto?

We still have to rely on them.

The same applies to the Third, Fourth, and Fifth Hokage.

There's no reason why Hiashi Hyuga would change his attitude by the time he reached the sixth generation.

"It's not a matter of whether he's good or bad."

Hiashi Hyuga naturally wouldn't explain the real reason to Rin Hyuga. He coughed lightly and said, "Natsume is relatively young and can serve as Hokage for a long time. Moreover, he is our future son-in-law, so we naturally need to cultivate a good relationship with him."

Hinata Rinka pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, "You're usually so strict with Hinata, but I didn't expect you to care about her so much."

"You're making it sound like I don't like my own daughter."

Hiashi Hyuga said with dissatisfaction, "Even if it's Hanabi, I have the same attitude."

What should be done with the caged bird in the fireworks?

Hinata Rinka suddenly gave a wry smile and asked.

"..."

Hiashi Hyuga frowned and said, "I will try my best to postpone it."

Actually, according to the timeline, Hinata Hanabi should have been taken away to be carved into a caged bird long ago, but he withstood the pressure.

The matter has been delayed on the grounds that the heir has not yet been truly decided.

"I don't want to see the two sisters turn against each other."

Rinka Hyuga is aware of the deep bond between Hinata Hyuga and Hanabi Hyuga.

Moreover, she witnessed how Hyuga Hiashi and Hyuga Hizashi gradually reached this point.

Even brothers cannot maintain a relationship in front of a caged bird.

"Perhaps we can ask Natsume for help."

Hiashi Hyuga composed himself and said.

His idea was actually very simple.

Since Natsume is so strong, there is no need to fear the pressure from the elders.

Hinata Rinka's eyes lit up upon hearing this.

Within the Hyuga clan, it is difficult to prevent Hyuga Hanabi from having the Caged Bird carved on her.

After all, this is a tradition.

Even the clan leader couldn't break it.

But Natsume is different; he is the Hokage.

I'm just worried that he doesn't have the courage.

Hinata Rinka said with a regretful tone, "If Hanabi were a few years older, she could have become Natsume's apprentice like Hinata."

"There's really nothing we can do about it."

Hiashi Hyuga took a sip of tea, pondering how to connect Hanabi Hyuga and Natsume to shut the others up.

Compared to the Hyuga clan's careful consideration, the other ninja clans agreed much faster.

Apart from the Shimura family.

In the dimly lit secret room at this moment.

The current clan head, Tadamichi Shimura, was pacing back and forth, his face showing apprehension and anxiety.

He had recently received a secret letter from Danzo Shimura, saying that he would come here tonight for a private meeting.

How so?

Although he hoped that Shimura Danzo would return to Konoha, he also knew that the possibility was slim.

So he led the Shimura clan to fully support Sarutobi Asuma, hoping to turn the tide.

Unfortunately, he was one step behind and the thief Natsume still became Hokage.

Fortunately, the Shimura family has always been relatively law-abiding, so they won't be caught red-handed.

Just as he was planning to weather this period, Danzo Shimura reappeared.

This made him very upset.

There is anticipation, but even more so, there is fear.

He knew about Danzo Shimura.

My return this time is not to see him, but to cause trouble.

If it succeeds, then there's no problem.

But failure could drag the Shimura family into the abyss.

Time passed by, second by second.

Suddenly, the sound of a cane tapping came from outside.

Tadamichi Shimura immediately perked up, quickly opened the door, and greeted, "Uncle, it's been a long time."

That's right, he and Danzo Shimura are only distantly related by blood.

They are quite far apart.

The main reason is that Shimura Danzo spent his whole life pursuing the Hokage title and never thought about women, so naturally he had no descendants.

To be honest, Shimura Tadamichi couldn't quite understand his behavior.

In his view, if the father is incompetent, then raising the son is undoubtedly the most correct approach.

"Um."

Danzo Shimura nodded indifferently and took the seat of honor.

"Uncle, what brings you back tonight?"

Although Shimura Tadamichi was somewhat dissatisfied, he didn't say anything and instead poured him a cup of tea.

"I heard you supported Sarutobi Asuma becoming Hokage at the Jonin Conference?"

Shimura Danzo didn't even glance at the teacup. Holding his cane, he asked calmly.

"Yes."

Tadamichi Shimura's heart skipped a beat, and he explained, "After you left, we lost our pillar, and we had no choice but to support Sarutobi Asuma."

"Hmph, this brat is not worth discussing anything with."

Danzo Shimura scoffed, saying, "He's not even as good as Hiruzen's little toe, so how could he possibly defeat Natsume?"

Although he looked down on Natsume, his Sage Mode and Water Release left a deep impression on him that night.

At least in terms of strength, he far surpasses that of an average Jonin.

His collaboration with Rasa to unravel the dragon vein stemmed from his respect for Natsume's abilities.

Of course, the most important reason is for insurance.

If you miss this opportunity, it will be hard to find another one.

"You're right."

Tadamichi Shimura immediately flattered him.

"Hiruzen is old, and Asuma is no longer fit for the task. If you want to bring down Natsume, you have no choice but to listen to me."

Danzo Shimura raised his head, straightened his back, and said, "He will surely die then."

Inspired by his strong self-confidence, Shimura Tadamichi couldn't help but ask, "What brilliant insights do you have?"

"I've been in Sunagakure for a while now."

Danzo Shimura gave a cold laugh. "Do you understand?"

"Are you saying that you orchestrated the alliance yourself?"

Tadamichi Shimura looked shocked.

He truly hadn't expected that Shimura Danzo would possess such methods.

He could cooperate with the Kazekage Rasa to plot for the Hokage position.

But after the initial shock came ecstasy.

He immediately knelt down and said, "The entire Shimura clan is willing to follow your arrangements, Uncle."

"good."

Danzo Shimura was pleased with his pragmatism and said, "I'll have you send a few clansmen who are skilled in sealing techniques and barriers to seal Natsume off. We'll then work together from the inside and take him down."

"yes!"

Tadamichi Shimura immediately became excited.

He had been looking forward to this day for a long time.

The most important plan of Shimura Danzo was highly feasible.

With Kazekage Rasa present, the One-Tailed Jinchuriki can naturally also use it.

With such a huge advantage, how could we possibly lose?

the next day.

Natsume saw the delegation's list.

Surprisingly, the Shimura clan sent four people, all of whom were Jonin.

While it can't compare to the Hyuga clan sending out Hyuga Hizashi, it's still outrageous.

If Natsume didn't know that Danzo Shimura was up to something, he would have really thought that the Shimura clan was trying to curry favor and were preparing to offer their loyalty.

But instead of being angry, he was quite happy.

Guoying, no wonder he's his best friend.

I'm so sad I could cry.

He's gone to such lengths that Natsume even wants to erect a monument for him.

"Natsume, is there anything that needs to be revised?"

Seeing him deep in thought, Kurenai quickly asked him a question.

"Need not."

Natsume shook his head and said, "Go and inform them to prepare according to this list."

After Kurenai Yuhi left, he went to see Tsunade.

Because it involves the dragon vein, he may disappear for a period of time.

This will cause considerable turmoil.

Especially Tsunade.