Jiraiya fell silent.
He was not completely ignorant of the village's darkness. That was also why he had chosen to leave the village outright and search the world for a Savior.
He did not know the details of Danzo's affairs, but he knew Danzo was certainly capable of such things.
So—
At this moment, he did not lose his composure.
Nor did he intend to argue with Sarutobi Hiruzen, much less truly kill Danzo, Konoha's darkness.
Bullshit!
If he had possessed that kind of ability and resolve, he would not have left the village in disappointment and pinned his final hopes on some future Savior.
So, sigh!
After a helpless sigh, Jiraiya slowly spoke.
"Jin, take a step back."
"I guarantee Danzo will not act recklessly again. For the sake of the village, your Uchiha Clan should endure this."
"Konoha is currently in a transitional period, and the threat from hostile Shinobi Villages remains. Though the war appears to be over, Konoha and Kumogakure are still locked in a standoff at the border, and the Peace Agreement has yet to be signed."
"I know your Uchiha Clan has been wronged, but for the sake of the village, you should still take a step back."
Jiraiya's tone was stern.
His gaze was sincere. Though it held some apology, it contained even more resolve.
And at that—
Uchiha Jin was utterly dumbfounded.
Well, damn!
What a damn joke!
You couldn't handle the village's Higher-ups, so you thought the Uchiha Clan was easy to bully?
Still—
He was not especially angry. He had long known what kind of person Jiraiya was, so was there any need to get angry in this situation?
So—
Uchiha Jin directly picked up his teacup, then pointed toward the door with his left hand.
"See yourself out. I