Rumors About Hatake Sakumo

You should know that ever since the Second Hokage's era, Konohagakure has been suppressing the Uchiha Clan everywhere.

Among all of Konohagakure's power departments, apart from the Security Force, there wasn't a single Uchiha member.

Even the Security Force's power was very low due to Konohagakure's suppression.

Now that they, the Security Force, have finally risen under Bai Ye's leadership, how could they let people from other clans join the Security Force and share their power?

"What are you afraid of!? Are you afraid other clans will snatch the Security Force away!?..."

"You must remember, we Uchiha rely on strength, not the Security Force and power..."

Seeing Uchiha En's demeanor, Bai Ye said speechlessly.

Seriously, this is the world of Hokage, a world where strength reigns supreme.

Why was Senju Hashirama able to become Hokage? Was it truly because of the so-called "Will of Fire"?

It was because of his powerful Wood Release.

If the "Will of Fire" was really that useful, the Ninja Wars wouldn't have happened.

Therefore, to Bai Ye, things like the Security Force, power, and Hokage were all illusions.

Strength was the only reality.

As long as he possessed immense strength, Bai Ye didn't even consider Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Hokage, in his mind.

When he recognized him as Hokage, he was Hokage.

If he didn't acknowledge him, Hiruzen Sarutobi, the so-called Hokage, was nothing.

"Lord Bai Ye's teachings are profound... I understand..."

Bai Ye's words gave Uchiha En a moment of clarity.

"Oh right, Lord Bai Ye, there's one more thing..."

"What is it!?..."

"Konoha White Fang, Hatake Sakumo, failed his mission..."

"It's said he abandoned the mission to save his comrades..."

"There are rumors circulating now that many people in the village are denouncing Hatake Sakumo..."

"They say his abandonment of the mission brought enormous losses to the village..."

"Even his former teammates are blaming him..."

Uchiha En said to Bai Ye.

"Hatake Sakumo!? Hmph... another scheme by Hiruzen Sarutobi..."

Bai Ye said dismissively.

"A scheme!? Lord Bai Ye, you're saying this is the Hokage's scheme..."

"That's impossible! Hatake Sakumo is the captain of the Anbu!..."

Uchiha En said in disbelief.

You must know that besides his immense strength, Hatake Sakumo also held a very high position in Konohagakure.

He was the captain of the Anbu, controlling the entire Anbu, holding significant power.

"Nothing is impossible!..."

"It's precisely because he's the Anbu captain that Hiruzen Sarutobi is targeting him..."

"Haven't you noticed how strange these rumors are!?..."

"It's just one failed mission! Have you never failed a mission before!?..."

Bai Ye couldn't help but say.

Konoha White Fang, Hatake Sakumo, the Anbu Minister of Konoha.

Not only was his strength immense, but his reputation was also very high, having undertaken various difficult missions.

He had also made significant contributions during the Second Ninja War.

In fact, his reputation had once surpassed that of the "Sannin," nearing Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Hokage.

Many speculated that Hatake Sakumo might be the next Hokage.

Precisely because of this, Hiruzen Sarutobi and other Konoha higher-ups felt pressured.

If Hatake Sakumo became Hokage, what would be left for them?

Therefore, led by Hiruzen Sarutobi and the higher-ups, they orchestrated this series of events.

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"Uh... it is indeed very strange..."

"It's just one mission, right!? Which ninja can guarantee a 100% success rate for their missions..."

"I've failed a few missions myself!..."

Upon hearing Byakuya's words, Uchiha En also sensed that something was wrong.

It was just one failed mission!? What was the big deal?

No ninja could guarantee a 100% success rate for every mission.

Failing missions was a common occurrence for ninjas.

Even Uchiha En had failed a few missions in the past.

But now, Konoha White Fang's single failed mission had caused such a stir in Konohagakure.

This was clearly abnormal.

"I really didn't expect Hiruzen Sarutobi to be this kind of person..."

"He'd even betray his own people..."

"What a shame for Hatake Sakumo..."

Uchiha En said with great disdain.

"Hmm... What do you think about having Hatake Sakumo join our Security Force..."

Byakuya suddenly had this idea.

"Hatake Sakumo joining the Security Force!? Is that really okay!?..."

Hearing Byakuya's words, Uchiha En was taken aback.

Hatake Sakumo, this was Konoha White Fang, incredibly powerful.

Uchiha En had absolutely no objections to Hatake Sakumo joining the Security Force.

However, Hatake Sakumo was under Hiruzen Sarutobi; how could he join the Uchiha Clan's Security Force?

"Heh, Hiruzen Sarutobi doesn't consider him one of his own..."

"Let's go... we'll go see Hatake Sakumo..."

Byakuya said with a smile.

For the sake of their power, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Konoha's higher-ups would suppress anyone who threatened them.

Hatake Sakumo, the Sannin, the Uchiha Clan... it could be said that any strong individual would be persecuted and suppressed by them.

This ultimately turned the entire Konohagakure into a mess, even leading to its destruction by Pain.

If not for sheer luck, and the appearance of Naruto Uzumaki, a protagonist skilled in Talk no Jutsu.

It was uncertain whether Konohagakure would even exist.

Since Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't want these experts, the Uchiha would take them in.

Inside Hatake Sakumo's residence.

Hatake Sakumo was now covered in stubble, unkempt.

He had lost the sharpness of the former Konoha White Fang, instead resembling a decadent failure.

The rumors circulating in Konoha these past few days had tormented him, putting him under immense pressure.

Hatake Sakumo was now on the verge of collapse.

He unconsciously reached for his Ninja Sword.

He slowly drew his Ninja Sword.

Just then, the door to his room was violently kicked open.

"Cough cough... What's that smell! Is this place fit for humans!?..."

"I really didn't expect Konoha White Fang to end up like this..."

Uchiha En and Byakuya walked in, looking at the decadent Hatake Sakumo.

At this moment, Hatake Sakumo recognized the visitors.

"You're from the Uchiha Clan!..."

"What do you want!..."

Seeing that they were from the Uchiha Clan, Hatake Sakumo frowned.

"Hatake Sakumo... I am Uchiha Byakuya..."

"I've come to invite you to join the Security Force..."

Byakuya said, looking at Hatake Sakumo.

"However, it seems you're not qualified to join the Security Force right now..."

"Konoha White Fang has become Konoha White Idiot..."

Byakuya said disdainfully, looking at the decadent Hatake Sakumo.