Having just said that, Black Zetsu switched back to Shimura Danzō's tone and called toward the door.
"Come in."
Hearing Shimura Danzō's voice, someone soon appeared at the entrance.
Seeing who had come, Shimura Danzō gathered his emotions before speaking.
"Bring Root's spokesperson here. I have matters to instruct them on."
The ninja guarding Shimura Danzō were all ANBU under Hiruzen Sarutobi.
They were also well aware that the Third Hokage and Elder Danzo now shared an unclear, complicated relationship.
Seeing that the person before him remained unmoved, Shimura Danzō spoke again.
"No matter what, I am still an elder of Konoha. I have at least this much authority, don't I?"
"If the investigation into the recent vicious crimes is delayed, you will bear full responsibility."
Upon hearing Shimura Danzō say this, the two ANBU immediately panicked. One of them went to report to the Third Hokage while also carrying out Shimura Danzō's order.
The other naturally remained behind to watch Shimura Danzō.
Back in the Hokage Office, Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly learned of Shimura Danzō's actions.
"You both heard it as well. Do you think we can indulge him in this matter?"
At that moment, Konoha's remaining two advisors appeared before Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"If he truly did this, then I do not believe it can be allowed."
"But everything requires evidence. At present, we have no proof that he is connected to this matter."
Mitokado Homura's words sounded perfectly proper, but upon closer thought, they carried a different undertone.
Utatane Koharu also took the opportunity to make her presence known.
"We've been old companions through so much together. If we don't trust him, who can we trust?"
"Besides, with Root helping under these circumstances, perhaps their ruthless methods can uncover something else."
Utatane Koharu's words struck the point, causing Hiruzen