The banquet was stifling. Though both sides wore smiles, they could sense each other's concerns. Hyuga Reiko and Jiraiya, caught in the middle, could only keep urging everyone to drink, hoping to keep the banquet going normally.
Even Nawaki, who was usually carefree, could tell that something was wrong. He had wanted to say a few more words, but Hyuga Reiko stepped on the top of his foot. Nawaki, who had been about to complain, immediately grimaced in pain.
Seeing that the banquet could no longer continue, Minato Namikaze set down his wine cup. His gaze was grave, making it clear that he was not joking as he stated the main reason he had invited Uchiha Yuu here.
"Yuu, over this past period, I've received quite a bit of intelligence concerning you."
Minato Namikaze took a letter from his clothes and placed it on the table. Choosing to confront him now, he also hoped to rely on their former friendship and keep his old companion from going down the wrong path.
Even if Uchiha Yuu wanted a certain amount of authority, Minato Namikaze could give him part of the command over the ANBU.
"If it's only power you want, I can give you part of the ANBU's command. I know about the excessive things the Third Hokage did to you, so I can understand the troubles you've been carrying in your heart lately."
He had already made his stance clear. Everyone present showed different expressions at Minato Namikaze's concession.
Nawaki did not understand the filth and danger of politics. He simply could not understand why a former friend had become so unfamiliar.
Reiko, who knew the truth, could vaguely guess that Uchiha Yuu was preparing to leave the village. Naturally, she would not reveal it. According to the plan they