Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

But after thinking about it, Danzo didn't voice his complaints.

This system, even in its trial phase, has already unearthed talents such as Hiruko and Hizashi, and has even broken the decades-old problem of the Hyuga clan being a "village within a village".

The elite members of the branch family joined the Anbu, and Danzo, the head of the Anbu, found it quite useful.

The list of names was extremely popular in the village. Even those Jonin or Chunin who couldn't be selected were enthusiastically discussing it in the tavern, dreaming that one day they could join the ranks.

As a result, the number of tasks completed in the village has increased slightly recently.

"Well, it's normal to have both advantages and disadvantages..."

"You said that there are no perfect solutions to real-world problems, I remember that," Danzo said.

"This comes from your discussion about the Hinata issue."

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at his old friend in surprise.

Why are you so understanding today... no, I mean so pragmatic?

You even memorized what he said and were able to find its source?

Hiruzen Sarutobi really wanted to say, "In this respect, you're really a bit extreme, like Danzo!"

"I'm glad you understand. This is why I developed this technique."

Hiruzen Sarutobi pointed to his forehead, then seized the opportunity to say, "In order to guard against the emergence of powerful ninjas from the Uchiha clan, we must not let our guard down in terms of individual strength."

The issue of sending the Uchiha clan to the battlefield is now considered resolved...

Although as soon as the sound of gunfire rang out, all the ninjas in the village had to obey Hiruzen Sarutobi's orders.

In daily matters, we should still listen to the opinions of Danzo, his assistant, as well as other advisors and committee members. We cannot force recommendations; we must always discuss and explore them.

“You’re right, Hiruzen…” Danzo’s heart sank; the feeling was complex.

It's good that Hiruzen can agree with his philosophy regarding the Uchiha clan.

However, it's not good to gradually fall behind him in terms of combat strength.

A sense of urgency welled up in Danzo's heart, and he frowned, saying, "But I feel this isn't enough..."

"If the Uchiha clan has a member who has awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, or if a leader or a genius emerges, then they will unite as one."

"We need to take precautions against this!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled inwardly, but his face showed great worry: "Then tell me, what should we do?"

"Hiruzen, if such an Uchiha appears, then leave him to me..."

"You want to kill her?"

"What are you saying! Do you think I'm that kind of person? That's too low-class..." Danzo retorted, quite dissatisfied.

It really is...

Hiruzen Sarutobi silently complained to himself.

Danzo suddenly fell silent for a long while, then, his eyes shining, he said:

"If there is such an Uchiha, I will contact him, combine the Will of Fire with my Will of Root, and instill it into his mind, making him a loyal fighter for our Konoha."

"And thus dismantle the Uchiha clan!"

"For the sake of Konoha, Hiruzen, I can abandon my previous hardline stance, learn from Tobirama-sensei's conciliatory policy, and make an exception to accept that Uchiha as my disciple!"

Danzo's expression was quite smug, seemingly reveling in his own astonishing wisdom:

"How was that, Hiruzen!"

"Look, which Uchiha could refuse to become my disciple, who assists the Hokage? From now on, they'll be a true member of the Hokage's lineage. To put it bluntly, they'll have a ticket to the higher echelons of Konoha!"

Even if the Uchiha clan member was unwilling, he had no choice but to bow down for the sake of this benefit…

"And as long as Hiruzen gets close to me, I can mold him into the image of Konoha!"

Danzo, unusually, laughed as he said, "Does that solve the problem?"

But he was a little nervous.

There's a little selfish motive behind this.

If he were to take on a disciple from the Uchiha clan, his foundation would actually increase significantly.

This is extremely beneficial for him in his competition with Orochimaru for the Hokage position.

Their public persona has also been enhanced to some extent, and it can be said that they are becoming more stereotyped as second-generation rich kids.

This was a perfect solution that Danzo came up with in a flash of inspiration, combining his usual study of Hiruzen's psychological warfare version of the Will of Fire.

But if Hiruzen doesn't agree, there's not much he can do.

Moreover, he is not the only one who can take on disciples; Orochimaru currently has no disciples under his name.

Danzo was worried that Hiruzen might favor him and pass this coveted disciple to him... After all, in terms of seniority, he was not actually suitable to take on disciples at the moment.

It would be considered an attempt to elevate the status of the Uchiha clan, so from that perspective, refusing him is reasonable.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep breath to calm himself down.

He was just a hair's breadth away from giving in...

What did he hear?

Danzo Shimura wanted to take Tobirama Senju as his disciple.

Even someone as composed as Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but marvel at Danzo's bold imagination.

The Hokage generously gave Danzo a thumbs-up, praising him loudly:

"What an ingenious idea!"

"It's better for you to take on the Uchiha as your disciple than for me to do so. After all, I am the Hokage..."

"By assisting in the recruitment, we not only demonstrate sincerity but also establish a buffer layer to prevent the Uchiha's ambitions from becoming too inflated and causing them to covet the Hokage position too much right now."

"You understand the buffer layer theory I discussed with you before very well, Danzo."

"It's true what they say, a day apart feels like three autumns, it's incredible!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's enthusiastic praise nearly made Danzo feel like he was floating on air...

He himself was completely unaware of it, because it was indeed the result of his study of Hiruzen's essence.

They deserve it all...

It can be said that hard work pays off!

"But wouldn't that be too tiring, Danzo..."

"After all, you are now serving as both the head of the Anbu and the Hokage's assistant, so you have too many things to do."

"If we also have to deal with a genius Uchiha, can we handle it?" Hiruzen Sarutobi's worry seemed almost tangible:

"Old brother, you've already sacrificed so much for Konoha. I'm really worried you'll overwork yourself."

"Firstly, I couldn't bear to do it; secondly, without your help..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi patted his divine robe: "Even as Hokage, I don't feel at ease!"

Damn!

Look at what my old buddy is saying…

Danzo's lips curled upwards uncontrollably, but he forced the corners of his mouth down, turning the smile that was about to come into his mouth into a strange shape.

Was there a deeper meaning behind his taking on apprentices as a way to create a buffer?

He has truly mastered Hiruzen's teachings, and he can now use them unconsciously!

And this concern for oneself…

Over the years, has anyone ever asked themselves if they are tired?

Only Hiruzen, only Hiruzen…

Danzo Shimura patted his chest confidently: "Don't worry, leave it to me... I'll never get tired of working for the village!"

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Danzo."

Hiruzen Sarutobi unconsciously pulled out a cigarette and started smoking.

For the first time, he experienced the stifling feeling of having no one to share the teacher's resurrection with...

Danzo wants to take Tobirama as his disciple?

"You really are something!" Hiruzen Sarutobi mentally gave him a thumbs up once again.

"Teacher, I have already set up the stage for refusing to assist in taking on disciples and focusing solely on the Uchiha clan."

Hiruzen Sarutobi rubbed his face against the ground, as if hoping to let Tobirama, a hundred meters deep, hear him: "Now it's up to you..."

Exhaling a puff of smoke, the Hokage calmed himself for a moment before handing Danzo a document: "I won't say more, I've seen it all..."

"Have Xiaochun and Yan investigate these issues as soon as possible. Once the money arrives, we need to find a way to spend it, otherwise it's just a waste of paper."

"The 'Konoha Committee' system should be established in one go while the momentum is still strong."

Danzo accepted the order and went to carry it out without hesitation.

013 Arrange seats, divide fruit... How to spend 3 billion taels?

A few days later.

Hokage Building, conference room.

Hiruzen Sarutobi occupied the main position, with Danzo Shimura sitting right next to him.

Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado were also on the main stage, but on either side.

This also symbolizes the current power structure in Konoha.

The 20-person roster is composed as follows.

First, there are the various ninja clans.

Uchiha Isshin, Fugaku, Hyuga Tenzo, and Hizashi.