"Even taking a step back, even if Danzo somehow managed to become Hokage, with the forces I currently control, I could fully use the advantages of the Office of the Grand General, the branches in every ninja village, the Konoha Alliance, and other outside support to turn the tables, reduce the Hokage to a figurehead, or even swallow Konoha whole! Where did Danzo get the confidence to fight me?"
Kakashi and Yamato, standing nearby, wore expressions of admiration upon hearing Nawaki's Haki-filled declaration. Orochimaru, meanwhile, smiled in full agreement; clearly, Nawaki's words were very much to his taste. Sarutobi, on the other hand, could not help breaking out in a cold sweat. Only now did he abruptly realize that Nawaki's power and influence had already surpassed that of the Hokage and Konoha itself. His previous idea of joining forces with several fellow disciples to restrain Nawaki now seemed rather laughable. If Nawaki truly wished to overthrow Konoha by force, it would not be difficult at all.
At the same time, everyone present felt that Nawaki was right. Danzo truly was overestimating himself. Even if his plan succeeded, he would certainly be unable to contend with Nawaki.
"I thought that, with Danzo's insight, he should have been able to see all these issues. I was quite curious where his confidence came from, so I specifically ordered the Anbu to investigate." Ignoring everyone's reactions, Nawaki said with a smile, "And they quickly found a clue! Everyone should know that over the past few months, Danzo and the two advisers took advantage of the time I was conducting experiments to place large numbers of their people in the newly occupied territories. At the same time, they were also courting influential factions throughout the Land of Fire in order to expand their power!"
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