Whoosh~!
As Dodai's words fell, his aura surged violently. His eyes locked directly onto Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi.
The Kumogakure jonin behind him likewise unleashed their auras, glaring at the Third Hokage and the ninja behind him, weapons clenched in every hand.
Those who had accompanied him to the negotiations were Kumogakure's most loyal ninja. At a single order from Dodai, they would attack.
Kakashi and the others behind Sarutobi Hiruzen also became alert at once. If the other side dared make a move, their first priority would be protecting Hokage-sama.
"Calm down. Your people broke into the Hyuga Clan compound and even attempted to abduct the Hyuga Clan's future heir!" Sensing the shift in the atmosphere, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Dodai and spoke word by word.
"Broke into the Hyuga Clan?" Dodai frowned at Sarutobi Hiruzen and replied, word by word, "You say our people infiltrated the Hyuga Clan, so that makes it true? You're framing Kumogakure ninja?"
"They did indeed break into the Hyuga Clan. Many Hyuga clansmen and Anbu members can testify to it!" Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned. He knew Dodai was using this opportunity to stir up trouble, but he had no choice but to restrain his temper and speak calmly.
"Hmph. We are in Konoha. Aren't the facts and circumstances whatever you say they are?" Dodai swept his furious gaze across the crowd before continuing, "When you are determined to accuse someone, any excuse will do!"
Dodai was now painting himself and Kumogakure as innocent victims.
"Dignified Konoha has no need to frame you over such a matter. You were the ones harboring ill intent, yet you still refuse to admit it!" Sarutobi Asuma stepped forward as well. The Third Hokage had reprimanded him all night yesterday, repeatedly scolding him for failing to manage his guards