Except for a few direct executors, few people know that liquidation is really liquidation. But the focus is on the Sarutobi Clan.
There is no way, even with Aoba's eyes, you can see that this ninja is really too fat.
Hiruzen Sarutobi is a mortal after all, not a saint like First. People who take care of themselves can understand. But for other people in Konoha, this operation is really unfair.
Sarutobi Clan also noticed this cleaning.
Because of the third generation's strategy, the entire Sarutobi Clan has always believed in making a fortune silently. Unless there is a direct order from the third generation, they will not get involved in Konoha's major events.
But this time is different. The third generation is gone, and their grasp of the information about Konoha is no longer what it used to be.
At this time, Sarutobi Clan has split into two factions. One faction believes that there is no need to pay attention to external affairs and just keep everything unchanged. Fifth Hokage, it is impossible to attack Sarutobi Clan so quickly.
The other faction is aware of the crisis. They realize that Hokage is coming this time and are afraid that they will not stop easily.
But there is no way. This part of the Sarutobi clan is a young generation. Although the number is not small, it is a pity that most of them have not yet taken power in the family. The weight of their speech is really not enough.
According to the young faction's inference, Tsunade is now integrating the resources in the village and taking advantage of this opportunity to rebuild Konoha, it will create a new order.
Didn't you see Konoha that all the major ninja clans have already expressed their support? Even Hyuga has publicly expressed support for Hokage's work.
Now Konoha's wealthy family is left with the Sarutobi Clan who has not expressed his position. Many smart people have even guessed that this liquidation is essentially aimed at the Sarutobi Clan.
It's just that for the sake of his own reputation, Tsunade didn't take action directly. Instead, he made this liquidation in a roundabout way so as not to bear the reputation of being ungrateful.
Even speaking more deeply, Hiruzen Sarutobi accepted Tsunade as his disciple, which is nothing short of foresight. As long as Hokage inherits Hokage's position, in theory there will be no problem with the Sarutobi Clan. Because everyone is one of his own, and they will not do anything to save his face.
But unexpectedly, a disruptor named Aoba appeared in the middle. As a result, the rules of Konoha changed drastically.
The liquidation will take a considerable amount of time to proceed. In addition to the four major ninja clans taking the lead, many small and medium-sized ninja clans have begun to enjoy the coverage of the liquidation.
The basis for liquidation is very simple. Konoha The transactions of various store industries over the years have been recorded. If there is no record, it is a violation. If the money is not paid enough, it is also a violation. If the above two are met, there is another ultimate basis. That is whether these transactions have the signature and approval of the parties involved.
In this regard, Tsunade said that when I was drunk, I should have signed a few. Sasuke Uchiha said, what kind of signature should I sign?
Most of the ninja clan were dissatisfied with this liquidation. But no one resisted, at least no one openly resisted.
You must know that this is Shinobi World, not the real world. In the real world, everyone is an ordinary person, and using your brain is a stumbling block. No matter what you do, it can disgust people.
But Shinobi World is a world where strength is respected. To have such a joke-like order now is already the result of a saint.
But Hashirama Senju is a saint, Tsunade is not. What's more, she also has the support of Aoba Kamikawa, the number one master of Konoha. The four strongest ninja clans have also clearly expressed their support.
Under such a situation, no one dares to openly resist this wave of liquidation.
Of course, Sarutobi Clan is an exception. They did not resist, but they also did not cooperate. Although Hokage's Office has issued a formal document requesting Sarutobi Clan to send a representative to the Konoha office to cooperate with the investigation.
But they didn't move.
As everyone knows, their operation perfectly met Aoba's expectations. Because of this, they had a legitimate reason to target this family. And they guaranteed that no one could say anything wrong.
You see, the entire Konoha family has been investigated. You are the only one who refuses to cooperate. What do you want to do?
Sarutobi Clan This arrogant attitude caused them to lose their last bit of initiative.
But just when Aoba was about to take action, a special guest came to his home.
"Asuma? Come in quickly, you are a rare visitor."
Asuma had a normal relationship with Sarutobi back then. As the eldest son of Hokage, he naturally knew some of the things Hiruzen Sarutobi did.
The young and energetic Asuma did not agree with some of his father's decisions. Therefore, he stayed away from Konoha and became Twelve Guardian Ninja.
Later, when I got older, I returned to Konoha, but my relationship with Hiruzen Sarutobi was still average. I basically had no contact with the Sarutobi Clan.
It wasn't until Hiruzen Sarutobi died that he began to try to return to the family. But at this time, Sarutobi Clan had no place for him.
Asuma was in this awkward position before. He spent less time meeting colleagues like Aoba.
His sudden arrival this time was a bit unexpected for Aoba. He originally thought that Asuma would not get involved in this matter.
"I originally didn't want to get involved in this matter. But someone came to see me. Sarutobi Clan is currently divided into two factions. The younger faction came to me. They expressed their willingness to cooperate with Hokage's investigation."
After Asuma finished speaking, he looked at Aoba expectantly. However, Aoba did not make any statement. Instead, he looked at Asuma quietly, as if he knew that he had not finished speaking.
As expected, Asuma was soon made uncomfortable by the look in Aoba's eyes.
"Well, they or we also hope to get support from Konoha."
"What support do you want?" Aoba seemed to have guessed something. He poured a cup of tea for Asuma and pushed it in front of him.
Asuma drank up the tea in one breath. Then he wiped his mouth and said.
"Support Sarutobi Clan."
Aoba also picked up the tea cup in front of him and took a sip.
"As you said before, Sarutobi Clan is now divided into two factions. Which side do you want Konoha to support?"
Asuma was a little hesitant, silent for a while, and then spoke with some difficulty.
"Konoha has only one Sarutobi Clan."
"Very well, Asuma. You made a wise decision."
Asuma's surrender was outside of Aoba's plan. But the result was good. It can only be said that there are still smart people among the Sarutobi Clan's young faction.
Conservative Faction's stubbornness made them foresee the coming crisis. In order to save themselves, they decisively chose to surrender to the village. By the way, they completely sold Conservative Faction.
At the same time, contacting Asuma to be his spokesperson is a stroke of genius. Because Asuma is currently the most famous Sarutobi Clan in Konoha. He is also the son of Third Hokage.
The elders of the Sarutobi Clan Conservative Faction are too low-key. As a result, not many people in Konoha know them.
In this way, the young faction not only saved themselves, but also cleaned up Conservative Faction, which is a win-win situation.