Public executions started with King Adonai

As Minato Namikaze said this, the handsome and sunny young man had already put away the scroll.

Then he signaled the girls to continue on their journey in the carriage, while Minato Namikaze followed on foot.

Moreover, before that, Namikaze Minato raised his hands, stretched out his index and middle fingers, and then made a cross gesture. The energy in his body surged, and at this moment he performed a ninjutsu.

"Shadow Clone Technique!"

As the name of the ninjutsu was whispered, a cloud of smoke exploded next to Minato Namikaze with a "bang", and then another Minato Namikaze who looked exactly like him appeared.

Namikaze Minato smiled and explained: "This is the Shadow Clone Technique, a ninjutsu created by our Konoha's Second Hokage. It can create a physical clone."

"I will accompany you two to Konoha, and the shadow clone will go ahead to report to the Hokage."

Minato Namikaze told the two of them what he was going to do directly without any intention of hiding anything - he could obviously do it secretly, but Minato Namikaze told the two of them very frankly.

This sincere attitude won Minato Namikaze more trust and favor.

Even many people in the real world couldn't help but nod in praise of Minato Namikaze's frank attitude.

I have to say that this style of painting is completely different from the ninjas that people are familiar with, who like to carry out sneak attacks, assassinations, steal intelligence, and are very cunning. It is even completely different from the ninjas that have been seen in the ninja world.

I feel that this Namikaze Minato should not be a ninja, but should be an upright knight who warms people's hearts like the sun.

After nodding to the real Minato Namikaze, the shadow clone of Minato Namikaze raised his right hand and made a gesture, and then his body disappeared on the spot with a "swish", as if he had teleported and disappeared without a trace.

No one knew what kind of ninjutsu this was, and Namikaze Minato said something to Fujimaru Tachibana and Kikyo, then followed their carriage towards Konoha.

The carriage was moving quite fast, but Minato Namikaze was able to keep up. He jumped through the woods, showing extremely agile skills and swift speed, and he kept up very easily, as if he was completely at ease.

The scene also switched during the journey.

We came directly to the location of a strangely shaped red building, about the third or fourth floor. The main building was a prototype building with square buildings extending on both sides. In the center of the prototype building, there was a huge sign with the word "fire", which seemed to directly point out the meaning of the building with this word.

In fact, by the time the voice-over text appears, the building's identity is clear.

[Hokage Building: The power center of Konohagakure Village, the Hokage's office building, most of Konohagakure's institutions and important personnel work in this building.]

Yes, this is the Hokage Building, the center of power in Konoha Village.

The scene also directly came to the room on the top floor in the center of the Hokage Building, and it was seen that it was a huge office. In the office, there was an old man wearing a conical hat with a fire word on it.

He looks to be in his fifties or sixties, wearing a white robe, sitting at a desk, with a black and white goatee mixed with some white beard, a kind and amiable look, a smile on his face, and a pipe in his mouth, giving the air of a mature politician.

At the same time, subtitles belonging to the old man's identity also appeared.

The Third Hokage of Konoha - Sarutobi Hiruzen.

So this is the Hokage of Konoha.

What should I say...

I felt a little disappointed, because in terms of image, it was really not amazing. The first impression was that he was 'just a kind old man', which made people feel that he was not very impressive.

It’s not that an old man can’t be a leader, but the contrast is a bit too great for an old man who doesn’t look very powerful to be the nominal leader of the most powerful force in this extraordinary world.

Especially with the cold old bastard Danzo Shimura in front, who is eager for the position of Hokage, the Third Hokage seems less amazing.

Just then, the office door was pushed open.

There is no trick, just push it away directly, which is very rude.

However, Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't seem to care. He just looked up at the person who came and asked curiously, "Danzo, what's the matter?"

Yes, the person who came was none other than Danzo Shimura.

Shimura Danzo stared at Sarutobi Hiruzen with his only eye and said in the same cold tone as in his old lair: "Huruzen, I heard that the miko Kikyo is coming to Konoha Village, and you sent Minato to meet her."

Sarutobi Hiruzen raised an eyebrow: "Did you get the news so quickly? Never mind, this is not something I need to hide from you - indeed, the miko has arrived at the outskirts of Konoha Village, so I asked Minato to go and greet her. After all, when it comes to affinity, no one in the entire Konoha Village can compare to Minato."

"That miko lady doesn't seem to like interacting with people, so I let Minato go. He's the most suitable person to do it."

Shimura Danzo snorted coldly and said, "A shrine maiden of unknown origin was actually sent to greet the Fourth Hokage candidate. Hiruzen, you are too weak. If the shrine maiden doesn't cooperate, just arrest her directly."

Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked deeply at Shimura Danzo and said meaningfully, "Danzo, although you are the hawkish representative of our Konoha, sometimes it is not enough to just be tough. Although there are rumors circulating outside that are unfavorable to that miko, saying that she is a cursed miko who brings monsters."

"However, this is just a rumor circulating among ordinary people. With the information you have, it should be clear that the appearance of the monster is not the fault of the miko, nor is it her fault that she summoned the monster."

"Although that miko did appear in this world with the monsters, her stance is undoubtedly opposed to the monsters."

"Given Konoha's current situation, it would be wise to make friends with that miko. With her help, I believe the monster disaster plaguing Konoha can be properly resolved."

While chattering, Sarutobi Hiruzen said a lot and analyzed the pros and cons patiently.

It can be seen that the Third Hokage had a very good attitude towards Danzo Shimura, a traitor who wanted to overthrow his superiors. He did not treat him as a subordinate, but treated him as an old friend.

Well, at least now Sarutobi Hiruzen has that classic flavor of a good-natured leader facing his treacherous friends who could be backstabbed at any time.

Then, when Danzo Shimura wanted to say something again, accompanied by a "swish", Minato Namikaze came to the office as if teleporting.

In other words, this is Minato Namikaze's shadow clone.

Chapter 590: Never Miss a Classic

In the real world, people watched what was happening in the Hokage's office and had already figured out some things.

As Minato Namikaze said, the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen had no ill will towards Kikyo, at least he had no intention of using tough measures against her.

Just in terms of tone and attitude, he was treating his subordinates like an old friend, not like a leader of a powerful force treating his subordinates.

As for Danzo Shimura, he is a typical old villain, and he should have a good relationship with the Third Hokage.

Otherwise, any leader of a powerful force would not tolerate his subordinates pushing the door open and entering the office without knocking.

What's more, Shimura Danzo's attitude was very rude. Is this something a subordinate could do? It's a complete example of courting death.

Because of this, Sarutobi Hiruzen should not be aware of what Shimura Danzo did in private. However, now that Namikaze Minato has arrived, it is unknown whether Namikaze Minato will report the matter truthfully. Sarutobi Hiruzen also does not know how to deal with Shimura Danzo's private actions.

This is a gossip moment worth looking forward to.

Yingzhou, Kyushu region, the founder of Sarutobi Corporation, but now a retired elderly man in his seventies, Sarutobi Hiruzen, was a little surprised when he first saw himself appear on the screen, and then saw the conversation between "himself" and that Shimura Danzo, and his expression became a little subtle.

Blinking his lips, Sarutobi Hiruzen muttered, "Why does it feel like the old man in the image on the screen is treating Shimura Danzo just like those incompetent leaders in history who were manipulated and bullied at will by their subordinates and those around them?"

"A guy like this is actually the leader of the most powerful ninja force? Isn't the Hidden Leaf Village going to be ruined by this kind of Hokage?"

As someone who enjoys reading history and various biographies, Sarutobi Hiruzen feels that the 'self' in the image on the screen is absolutely unqualified to be a leader. History has proven countless times that if subordinates do things behind the leader's back, and the leader is completely unaware, big problems will definitely arise.

Therefore, he only hoped that the "self" in the image on the light screen would be able to use the dignity of a ninja leader to impose appropriate punishment after knowing what Shimura Danzo had done privately, instead of letting Shimura Danzo "drink three cups of wine as punishment" to cover up the matter.

However, if you think about it carefully, this kind of "drinking three cups as punishment for oneself" situation is too common in Yingzhou today, or it can be said that it is very common all over the world.

If you do something wrong, just bow and apologize, and the matter will be over...

Well……

Never mind, let’s see how things develop next.

(Think carefully, those irrational and brain-dead operations in Naruto have led us to make up all kinds of conspiracy theories just to make them reasonable. When we compare them with a certain country that is living a good life now, it suddenly seems so reasonable - their reality is such a social atmosphere and political operation. Then we directly slap many conspiracy theories in the face: What conspiracy theory? That's because you don't understand our island nation! Our great island nation has its own national conditions!)

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On the light screen, after Minato Namikaze appeared, he saw Danzo Shimura and was stunned, and Danzo Shimura also narrowed his eyes.

Afterwards, Namikaze Minato knelt on one knee and reported to Sarutobi Hiruzen: "Sama Sandaime, I have something to report."

Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded: "Is it a shadow clone? It seems that there is something very important. Minato, please stand up and speak! As a candidate for the fourth generation, you don't have to be like others."

This attitude is to treat Minato Namikaze directly as the heir.

Danzo Shimura couldn't help but frown slightly, seeming not very satisfied with this.

Considering how much this guy aspires to become Hokage, it's understandable why this is the case.

Namikaze Minato: "Yes, Sandaime-sama."

After saying that, he stood up and looked at Shimura Danzo again, with hesitation on his face.

Sarutobi Hiruzen noticed Minato Namikaze's hesitation, laughed and said, "It's okay, Minato, just tell me what you want to say."

Obviously, he has complete trust in Danzo Shimura and does not want Danzo Shimura to know some confidential information.

For those in a higher position, this kind of magnanimity means treating people sincerely and trusting those they employ, which is a good quality.

However, I entrusted my trust to the wrong person and gave my sincerity to a traitor.

Namikaze Minato also knew the relationship between Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo, so he nodded and took out a scroll from his waist: "Sandaime-sama, this is the guard commission scroll. It was signed by me, Miss Kikyo and her partner, Miss Fujimaru Ritsuka."

"While they are in Konoha, my team and I will protect their safety. Moreover, we will provide complete protection. Even if we become enemies of the village, we will do our utmost to protect them."

"So, please register for this mission."

Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen froze, a look of surprise on his face. Shimura Danzo was slightly stunned, then a cold light flashed in his eyes. He immediately shouted, "Minato, why are you doing this? Are you trying to betray the village?"

The big hat was directly put down, and Sarutobi Hiruzen also came to his senses and immediately spoke up for Namikaze Minato: "Danzo, don't be so impatient. I believe Minato must have his reasons for doing this."

After saying that, he looked at Minato Namikaze and signaled him to explain why he had to do this.

Namikaze Minato nodded and said, "Sir Sandaime, I did this to win the trust of those two guests, because those two guests have deep hostility and vigilance towards our Konoha."

Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned, "Why? Is it because of those rumors?"

Namikaze Minato shook his head. "Those two guests weren't that superficial. Everything was because of Danzo-sama. According to those two guests, before I approached them, Danzo-sama had already sent Root ninjas to try to capture Miss Kikyo, thus angering those two guests."

Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen was stunned and immediately turned to look at Shimura Danzo. Shimura Danzo was slightly surprised, obviously he did not expect Fujimaru Tachibana and Kikyo to be so "straightforward" and actually say such a thing directly.

Obviously, this old guy wanted to create an information gap, thinking that even if Kikyo and Fujimaru Tachibana were attacked, they would not easily tell this matter. After all, there are some things that everyone just needs to know, and saying them out loud would be a breach of trust, which is not good for anyone.

Unfortunately, Danzo Shimura did not expect that Kikyo's partner was a straightforward girl who could not hide her thoughts. The girl spoke directly about these annoying behaviors without any concealment.

However, Danzo Shimura was not panicked. After a slight surprise, he calmed down.

Then, Sarutobi Hiruzen's voice turned cold and he asked, "Danzo, why would you do such a thing?"

Shimura Danzo snorted coldly and said as a matter of course: "Everything I did was for Konoha. That miko has the power to restrain monsters, and now the entire ninja world is suffering from monster disasters that are difficult to solve."

"If we can obtain the power of that miko, it means Konoha will have an absolute advantage in this new era!"

"As long as we can master this power, Konoha will be invincible in the ninja world in the future. Even if all the ninja villages join forces, Konoha will no longer be afraid!"

"So, what's wrong with me sending people to capture the witch Kikyo?"

"Everything I do is for Konoha!"

At the end, he further emphasized his position, putting himself in the position of "for Konoha".

This made Sarutobi Hiruzen's face darken, and he raised his voice a little in dissatisfaction: "Enough, Danzo! What you are doing will only drag Konoha into an irretrievable situation!"

"Miko Kikyo-san is a kindhearted shrine maiden dedicated to exterminating monsters. When dealing with people like her, we in Konoha should show kindness and sincerity, instead of making enemies without reason!"

"Your unauthorized actions have brought harm to Konoha!"

At the end, Sarutobi Hiruzen's voice was very stern and anger was revealed in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Danzo Shimura snorted coldly to express his disdain for Sarutobi Hiruzen.

Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't bother to talk to Shimura Danzo about this. When he turned to look at Namikaze Minato, his expression softened considerably. He nodded and said, "Minato, you did a good job. As you said, Danzo's actions have made the miko Kikyo-san distrust us, and it was the right choice for you to take on the task of protecting them in this way."

"Then, you just need to do your job as a guard. Make sure those two ladies feel Konoha's sincerity."

Namikaze Minato nodded to show that he understood, and then did not stay. After politely saying goodbye, he released his shadow clone and disappeared. The commission scroll was left with Sarutobi Hiruzen, who completed the mission procedures.

After Namikaze Minato left, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Shimura Danzo again and said with great dissatisfaction: "Danzo, you are not allowed to act on your own again, and you are not allowed to send people to contact the miko Kikyo and her companions!"

This harsh attitude made Shimura Danzo's face darken. He said with great dissatisfaction, "Huruzen, everything I did was for Konoha. You are too weak. You have to be so careful with a shrine maiden of unknown origin. You have disappointed me so much!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen lost his temper when he heard this: "Enough! Danzo, I am the Hokage! Now, in the name of the Hokage, I order you to return to your roots. Without my permission, you and your people are not allowed to come out!"

Shimura Danzo's expression grew even darker, and he turned and stormed off: "Hiruzen, you'll regret this!!!"

After saying this, Danzo Shimura slammed the door and walked out, completely ignoring Sarutobi Hiruzen, the Hokage, which made Sarutobi Hiruzen very angry.

However, Sarutobi Hiruzen did not do anything to Shimura Danzo in the end. Instead, he sighed helplessly and looked depressed. He was filled with helplessness as a hero in his twilight years and was backstabbed by his best friend, but he was reluctant to punish his best friend.

This is not what a qualified politician should do.

Countless people in the real world couldn't help but shake their heads, thinking that Sarutobi Hiruzen was not qualified to be the leader of Konoha Village. Any qualified politician would have severely punished a guy like Shimura Danzo.

As the leader of the largest ninja force, he doesn't even have the basic cool demeanor of a superior. He is not a qualified leader at all.

The feeling given is that he is too emotional - it can be seen that Sarutobi Hiruzen really regards Shimura Danzo as a very good friend, not a subordinate.

This is why Danzo Shimura dared to be so unscrupulous towards Hiruzen Sarutobi.

If he were a truly qualified leader of a powerful force, the grass on Shimura Danzo's grave would probably be three feet high.