If it had been a few days later, as the Hyuga Clan Head, if Hyuga Hiashi had been able to wait for Hinata's return, then needless to say, when the time came, they might still have had some hope if they fought for it.
But Hinata had not returned yet.
So at a time like this, he had no choice but to make this decision.
Unfortunately, the Hyuga Clan could only be considered innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire.
Because Danzo's true target was not the Hyuga Clan at all, but Naruto's faction.
Danzo's real plan was to reveal a not-so-secret secret to all the higher-ups: he might be making a move against the Hyuga Clan.
This put every higher-up on edge, afraid of being dragged into it.
And by capturing Hanabi, he could stir everyone's nerves even further.
But as the plan continued, everyone in the Hyuga Clan would be on edge, and the other clans would be as well. Once Naruto's faction learned of the situation—
As long as they made some preparations, they could completely pull the rug out from under him.
This would force Naruto's faction to actively help Hyuga Hiashi. Then, at that moment, Danzo could lead Root's elites in a direct raid on the Hokage Building.
With Tsunade gone, he could directly seize control of the true higher-ups of Naruto's faction and then find an opportunity to take the position himself.
Before Tsunade returned, he could settle everything that could be settled.
As for those who appeared neutral in this incident, once he accomplished all this, they could easily become fence-sitters.
He could promise them certain benefits to placate them. Once he dealt with some of the follow-up troubles, he could slowly take care of those people as well.
And the Hyuga Clan was