Humility, gentleness, clarity.
It can be said that this is Sarutobi Hiruzen's first intuitive view of Shōji, that is, the direct contact and observation time is a little shorter, otherwise Sarutobi Hiruzen feels that Shōji is better than Shisui is closer to his former companion - Kagami Uchiha, and Shōji, who is only 15 years old, has more possibilities. Hiruzen Sarutobi doesn't believe that a boy of this age can disguise himself so perfectly.
If that were the case, it would be a bit too scary.
Therefore, from a general theoretical point of view, Shōji is still trustworthy. As for the rest, Hiruzen Sarutobi plans to arrange some tasks to further observe Shōji after he enters Anbu. As long as he can pass these tests, Shōji will truly become Sarutobi Hiruzen's most trustworthy subordinate, just like Second Hokage once believed in Kagami Uchiha.
Shōji is the 'Kagami Uchiha' of this generation that Sarutobi Hiruzen ordered!
Third in Original Work will let Uchiha Itachi join Anbu. After seeing Shōji who is more worthy of cultivation in this life, it is natural to make the same choice.
"Lord Hokage is a prize!"
Shōji still kept his head slightly bowed and responded in a calm tone.
"Haha."
Sarutobi Hiruzen smiled softly, coughed lightly, and said seriously, "Okay, let's get to the point, Uchiha Shōji, the reason why I called you here today is to let you join Hokage's direct subordinate Anbu. Are you willing?"
Shocking words that came out of the blue.
As it falls.
Shōji suddenly raised his head, his pupils widened at that moment, and he looked at Third Hokage in front of him with an expression of disbelief on his face.
"Anbu? Lord Hokage Do you want me to join Anbu? But I am Uchiha Clan..."
Anbu, the full name is Assassination Tactical Special Unit, was founded by Second Hokage Tobirama Senju in his own ninja village, and was later adopted by other major ninja villages. Generally speaking, except for the few people in the ninja village, the ninjas in Anbu represent the strongest combat power of the village. Second Hokage first founded Anbu at the time.
There are only 70 people in total, and there are four squads under it, with a general captain, a deputy captain, and four squad captains. Next, there is a regular four-person team to perform tasks. However, after the development over the years, Konoha and Anbu have expanded to There were hundreds of people in the team, and the team was further expanded from the original four teams. Root, controlled by Danzo, was originally only a team directly under Hokage and Anbu, but it obviously expanded uncontrollably later.
Nowadays, there are exactly how many people there are in Anbu in Nuo Da, and who are the members in it. In the entire Konohagakure, only Hokage is qualified to know, including Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu, only a small part of them are known. It is precisely because of the special nature of Anbu that this department is regarded as the most important existence in the village.
since the establishment of this department.
In Konohagakure, people from all major Ninja Clans have joined one after another. Only Uchiha Clan has not entered it for decades. It can be said that after hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen When said this, he was not pretending. Shōji was really surprised. Could it be that just at this stage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, Third Hokage, had already chosen to believe in himself?
If this is the case, it is indeed something worthy of celebration and joy.
But is this really the case? Or is this just a test by Third Hokage? Uchiha Shōji couldn't restrain the slightly mixed thoughts deep in his mind. At this moment, he really didn't hide his emotions at all. He just looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen with a complex expression of confusion, shock and so on.
When this unabashed expression caught Sarutobi Hiruzen's eyes, this Third Hokage's expression did not seem to change, but deep down he nodded with satisfaction. In his opinion, Shōji's behavior was the most normal, and this obviously hesitant tone also showed that this Uchiha boy valued the 'righteousness of the village'!
Just need to be clear about this.
Nothing else matters.
This name Uchiha Shōji is the 'mirror' I am looking for!
Shōji performed better than Shisui in all the qualities needed to see the overall situation, such as measurement, thinking, and consciousness. For a moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen even thought about accepting Uchiha Shōji as his disciple like his own teacher.
But this scene.
Obviously the timing, identity, and conditions don't match.
This idea just ran through Sarutobi Hiruzen's mind, and was expelled from his mind.
And deep down in his heart, there is still the last trace of fear and vigilance.
"Yes, you heard it right, Mr. Shōji, I just want you to join the Anbu directly under Hokage. The reason is very simple. You have such qualifications and abilities. I also believe that you will become an excellent Anbu and fight for the righteousness and interests of the village, right?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Uchiha Shōji with very deep eyes as he spoke those obviously meaningful words.
Shōji's pupils also shrank suddenly, and the expression on his face became very serious.
One old and one young.
The two looked at each other.
It seems like a moment, but it seems like eternity.
After a long silence.
"Yes, Lord Hokage!"
Shōji A look of determination gradually appeared in his pupils, and when he suddenly lowered his head, those resolute words also fell simultaneously.
Everything is left unsaid.
Smart people often don't need any further explanation.
Sarutobi Hiruzen was also the moment when he saw the decisive look on Shōji's face.
A gentle smile appeared on the old face.
"The future of the village depends on young people like you, Mr. Shōji, I believe you will not let me down!"
"Yes!"
"Well, today you go back and rest for two days. Someone will contact you later. Remember, no matter what happens, you can come to me as soon as possible. If you are sometimes inconsiderate, Advisor Mitokado is as trustworthy as the transfer consultant. Also, talk to Shisui more. I think you two geniuses of the younger generation should have a lot in common."
This is another core issue that is further pointed out.
Just write those words on your face.
If Shōji still had some doubts before coming here, at this moment, he has completely understood the plan of his Lord Hokage. It can be said that this is in line with Shōji's own next plan.
I was still worried about how to start, but now I have skipped this most important and troublesome step.
And this will undoubtedly make Shōji's next plan smoother.