Fugaku's Second Compromise

Hiruzen Sarutobi arrived at the gates of Konoha as fast as he could, smiling and catching his breath as he looked at Lin Yan and Shisui.

"Youth has an edge in boxing, and you young people are truly becoming more and more outstanding."

"With you all in Konoha, the future is bright!"

After speaking with a smile, Hiruzen Sarutobi then looked at the two Chunin guards.

"We're just having a race, there's no need to panic."

"You all go about your business, you don't need to pay attention to us."

Hearing their respected Third Hokage's explanation, the two Chunin guards finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"So they were having a foot-strength contest..."

"However, the Third Hokage's speed is actually slower than Shisui and that other kid, Lin Yan, right? He's even faster than Shisui! That's truly astonishing!"

"Ah, I heard that the Third Hokage specially invited them to serve as mercenaries to aid Konoha. You really can't judge a book by its cover!"

"..."

The two Chunin guards watched the group depart amidst gasps of amazement.

Meanwhile, Fugaku Uchiha also arrived at the Hokage Building.

Upon arriving at the Hokage's Office, Fugaku Uchiha knocked on the door and, after receiving permission, went inside.

Inside the office sat not only two advisors, but also the Hokage, who was assisting Shimura Danzo.

"My two advisors."

"Lord Danzo"

Fugaku Uchiha's expression was very serious. He barely suppressed his emotions and greeted the two advisors and Danzo Shimura.

He then stood there waiting for the three men to start questioning him.

The Konoha Police Force had recently clashed with the village residents again.

If nothing unexpected happens, the two advisors and Lord Danzo will definitely come to demand an explanation.

So at this moment, Fugaku felt a little uneasy.

"Do you know why I called you here, Fugaku?"

Mitokado Homura slowly opened his mouth and asked.

"Have no idea."

Fugaku shook his head.

"We have already mediated and resolved the conflict between the Konoha Police Force and the villagers a few days ago."

"Just when the conflict seemed about to be resolved, why did you allow the Uchiha Clan's Konoha Police Force to cause trouble in the village, further escalating the conflict with the villagers, Fugaku?"

"Do you realize that the actions of your Uchiha clan members will not only deepen the conflict between you and the villagers?"

"This will make things increasingly difficult for us at the higher levels!"

Koharu's tone was filled with undisguised reproach.

Such blatant bias caused a stir of discontent within Fugaku.

However, at this moment, Fugaku Uchiha still suppressed his temper and did not choose to argue with the advisor.

"My esteemed advisors, I am very sorry that this has happened again."

"In fact, before I came to pay my respects to you gentlemen, I had already begun investigating all the clansmen involved."

"The investigation has now largely confirmed that this incident was indeed due to mismanagement by our Konoha Police Force, and I also bear some responsibility. We are willing to accept criticism and correct our mistakes..."

Fugaku Uchiha was interrupted before he could finish speaking.

Koharu, the girl in the tucked-up room, frowned. "This isn't something that can be solved with just an apology or empty words about taking responsibility for the mistake, Fugaku."

"Speaking of which, what have you thought about the solutions we proposed earlier?"

Upon hearing Fugaku Uchiha subconsciously glanced at Danzo Shimura.

He saw that the latter's face was extremely gloomy, and his eyes were half-open and half-closed, without any spirit.

His entire being exuded a deathly, chilling aura.

It looked as if it was already on its deathbed.

This kind of Danzo Shimura makes people feel uneasy.

Fugaku withdrew his gaze and looked at Mitokado Homura, who also had a serious expression, but appeared much more amiable compared to Shimura Danzo.

"We're still discussing whether we can find a better solution..."

After hesitating for a moment, Fugaku Uchiha responded to Koharu Utatane's question.

"We are aware of the difficulties faced by your Uchiha Clan. Sarutobi is already trying to find solutions for you, and has even traveled to the Land of Fire Daimyo's Capital to seek financial support from the Daimyo's Court's government for your Uchiha Clan."

"Fugaku, you've now caused such trouble for your clansmen; we're in a very difficult position!"

"If you can't publicly apologize to the entire Konoha, I'm afraid you won't be able to resolve this crisis."

Koharu, still sounding reproachful, asked in her tone.

Hearing what she had just said, Fugaku Uchiha was somewhat surprised.

"Hiruzen Sarutobi... The Third Hokage actually went to the Land of Fire Daimyo's Capital to seek support for the Uchiha Clan in their time of crisis?"

He found it utterly unbelievable.

I always thought the higher-ups didn't care about the Uchiha Clan's life or death; everyone wanted them dead.

Now it seems that if what the advisor Koharu Utatane said is true, then haven't I misunderstood Lord Mikado?

"I am truly sorry, sirs."

"I have issued a strict order prohibiting all Uchiha clan members, including those in the Konoha Police Force, from disrespecting the villagers in the future."

"Furthermore, I will order them to correct their behavior and apologize in person to all the villagers who were harmed..."

From these words, it's clear that Fugaku Uchiha is currently making a compromise.

His original plan was to directly argue with the two advisors and fight for more benefits for the Uchiha Clan.

However, just now, I heard Koharu Utatane say that Hiruzen Sarutobi is trying to secure financial support for the Uchiha Clan from the Daimyo's Court of the Land of Fire.

They worked tirelessly to help the Uchiha Clan resolve their previous troubles.

Fugaku Uchiha suddenly felt guilty.

The higher-ups are working hard to help the Uchiha, yet they themselves are undermining unity and harmony within the village.

This is simply unacceptable.

So at this moment, Fugaku Uchiha changed his mind.

Instead of erupting, he proposed a compromise solution.

Deal with the rioting Konoha Police Force and make them apologize to all the injured villagers in person.

At the same time, while punishing the relevant personnel of the Konoha Police Force to eliminate the villagers' resentment, the authorities also actively compensated the villagers for their losses.

He hoped that his compromise would earn him the support and understanding of senior advisors.

However, upon hearing Fugaku Uchiha's words, Danzo Shimura suddenly let out a cold snort.

This cold snort caused a slight chill to run down the spines of the three people present, including Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado.

"Danzo, what are you trying to say?"

Mitokado Yan frowned at the radical man and asked in a deep voice.