Giving up some positions in the Security Force would let the Uchiha gain a foothold across Konoha's other departments. To Fugaku, it was well worth it.
Ever since the Second Hokage had placed the Security Force under Uchiha control, members of the clan had rarely been seen in Konoha's other departments.
Even when they did get in, it was through trades and compromises. There was no chance for them to rise very far.
Danzo wanted to plant his people in the Security Force, but Fugaku wasn't too concerned. As long as he was there, the Hokage Faction's attempts to infiltrate it would come to nothing.
Any so-called secrets they uncovered would be exactly what he wanted them to know.
"All right. Clan Head Tenjo, I'll have to ask you to take on a little more work. Konoha's security is in your hands. Every department in the village is short-staffed.
"None of them can spare anyone to assist the Security Force. That concludes today's meeting. Our most important task now is rebuilding the village.
"Elder Shinsuke, contact Konoha's craftsmen. We'll meet in my office shortly to plan the reconstruction."
"Yes."
The Ninja filed out of the meeting room one after another. In the end, only the Third Hokage, Danzo, and the other two remained.
Danzo said coldly, "Fugaku Uchiha is deliberately driving a wedge between us. His intentions are malicious. He should be killed."
"Danzo."
The Third Hokage frowned at him. "Don't say things like that so casually again. Fugaku Uchiha made tremendous contributions in this war.
"As a member of Konoha's leadership, you should be praising him, not spreading such remarks. Fugaku now commands enormous respect in the village.
"I don't want you clashing with him openly for no reason. If there's another scandal like your attempt to assassinate an