"Absolutely not...?"
Hearing Chiba's vehement objection, the Third Hokage's face slowly took on a look of astonishment. Clearly, he had not expected Chiba to oppose this plan to protect Naruto.
Although this plan had been decided rather hastily, considering Minato and Kushina's contributions to the village, as well as the village's various tangled relationships behind the scenes, it should have been the most effective and perfect solution at present.
Not only could it protect Naruto to the greatest extent possible, it could also give him a relatively healthy childhood. He himself was already advanced in years, but his eldest son was in his prime, gentle and steady by nature, and he and his wife had a harmonious relationship. They had no children yet, so they could also serve as Naruto's parents and give him the warmth of a family he deserved.
Moreover, Naruto was only an infant now. He had no memories of his parents and could easily integrate into the Sarutobi Clan. Surely, the Sarutobi Clan would spare no effort in caring for the son of a hero.
Then, once Naruto came of age and could stand on his own, they would tell him everything.
This should have been the best and most comprehensive protection plan for Naruto. Other than this, the Third Hokage could not think of any plan that could both care for Naruto's upbringing and offer him the best protection.
To be honest, he truly had not expected Chiba to object so fiercely. From the look of it, this was something that absolutely could not be done, and Chiba was resolutely against it.
And if Chiba opposed it, the Third Hokage found himself in a difficult position.
Starting tonight, Chiba's status had become entirely different. If he did not agree, then this plan might truly be