Konoha, Hokage's Office.
Sunlight shines into the room through the large windows, illuminating the smooth floors and large desks.
The air was filled with the faint scent of ink and paper, but at this moment, it was filled with an invisible and tense feeling.
Hyuga Hiashi is sitting on the large seat belonging to Hokage.
His face was calm, his hands were crossed on the table, and his pair of pure Byakugan, seemingly lifeless, seemed to be able to penetrate people's hearts, and he quietly stared at the two uninvited guests standing in front of the desk.
Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura.
These two once-powerful Konoha consultants Elder have obviously not completely given up their desire for power and interference.
"Hiashi ah!"
Utatane Koharu spoke first, with a deliberately slow tone in his voice.
"Sixth is not in the village. In all aspects of the village, naturally we need more qualified and respected people to take charge of the overall situation in order to stabilize people's hearts."
As she spoke, she coughed twice strategically, while her cloudy eyes secretly looked at Hiashi's reaction, trying to catch the slightest trace of wavering or uneasiness on his face.
Seeing that Hiashi's face remained as usual, and his eyes didn't even waver at all, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura beside him quickly exchanged glances.
What Hiruzen said before is absolutely correct. Hyuga Hiashi looks calm on the surface, but is actually too weak and indecisive.
How can such a person be qualified for the important task of Acting Hokage and stabilize the situation of Konoha when Sixth is away?
We should let people with more qualifications and courage come here!
Just like...
After Utatane Koharu checked their eyes with Mitokado Homura again, he cleared his throat and said the name they had already discussed:
"We believe that Lady Tsunade should temporarily replace Sixth in managing Konoha so that we can better reassure people and lead Konoha through this special period!"
Utatane Koharu's voice rose a little.
Mitokado Homura immediately put his hands behind his back, looking mature and solemn, and added:
"Of course, Hiashi, we are not saying that you and Inoichi are not doing well.
We also recognize the abilities of you and Inoichi.
It's just that now Konoha's internal affairs are complicated and the external situation is unclear. This is the time when we need to concentrate our efforts.
You and Inoichi are also serving as clan leaders and other important positions, so you are very busy. We are doing this for your sake and don't want you to be overworked."
He paused and put on a "kind" smile on his face, "Lady Tsunade is in the village now, and her ability and prestige are obvious to all.
Wouldn't it be better to let her share some of the pressure with you and take charge of the overall situation?
This is also for the future of Konoha!"
The two old guys sang and sang together, both in and out of their words, implying that Hiashi was not qualified and capable enough, and needed someone with more authority to take charge, trying to force him to give up his position.
However, Hiashi remained unmoved.
He even thought it was a little ridiculous.
Do these two old guys think that Tsunade can handle things better than themselves and Inoichi?
Who is Tsunade? The granddaughter of First Hokage, one of Sannin, the master of Medical Ninjutsu, has a hot temper, and even dares not to give face to Third.
Let her come to Acting Hokage, and I'm afraid the first ones to be punished will be you old guys who rely on your elders and point fingers.
These two old guys are really blinded by power.
When the two old guys slowly started to become impatient, Hiashi finally spoke, his voice was steady, and there was no hint of emotion or anger, "You two are old Senior, but let me remind you, you are no longer consultants Elder."
And I am Acting Hokage who was personally appointed by Sixth Hokage and approved by Jonin Commander and representatives of all ethnic groups."
He specifically emphasized that although his tone was plain, it carried unquestionable weight.
"You are presumptuous!"
Utatane Koharu thought Hiashi was trying to support her, so she slammed the table, "We are Konoha's veterans, and we are the heroes who have been sweating and sweating for Konoha since First Shinobi World War!
It's not your turn as a guy who got to the position through nepotism to dictate things here!"
She was so angry that all the folds of her face were trembling, and she immediately tore her face apart and started Personal Attack.
Hiashi's daughter has a close relationship with Sixth Naruto Uzumaki.
Konoha Who doesn't know how Hyuga Hiashi and Inoichi Yamanaka came to power?
Hiashi heard this, his eyes suddenly turned cold. He also slammed the table and stood up suddenly.
The tall body brought a strong sense of oppression, and he looked down at the wrinkled and angry old woman in front of him.
"If you say one more thing, I will stop both of your pensions."
Hiashi's voice was cold and dignified.
"Also, as Acting Hokage, during the absence of Sixth, I am the top decision-maker of Konoha. You are just a dismissed Elder, and I am Acting Hokage!"
Suspension of pensions is really not a threat to the two of them. The money is not small for ordinary people, but it is only a drop in the bucket for their family.
But having your pension suspended would be a loss of face!
Utatane Koharu was choked by Hiashi's merciless words, and his face turned red and white. He pointed at Hiashi, "You... you..." for a long time, but couldn't say a complete sentence.
Hiashi no longer looked at her, but glanced coldly at Mitokado Homura, who had an equally ugly face next to her.
He adjusted his shirt slowly and slowly sat back on the chair, his movements calm and leisurely.
Then, he said in a casual tone:
"If nepotism comes to the fore... surely no one can compare to the two of you, right?"
"You have put all the shady things that you have embezzled, misappropriated, and used power for personal gain during your reign on Shimura Danzō, who has defected, and then you have removed yourself beautifully and continued to enjoy Elder's treatment and pension.
Do you really think that no one knows about these things?
Do you need me to show you the files on the 'great achievements' of the two of you that the ANBU has collected over the years?"
Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu's faces instantly turned pale.
They didn't expect that Hiashi would dare to expose their background so directly and so nakedly.
Moreover, judging from his tone, it seems that he really has conclusive evidence in his hands!
"Nonsense!"
Utatane Koharu screamed, trying to cover up his guilty conscience with his volume, "We are the heroes who have shed blood for Konoha since First Shinobi World War."
We have been honest all our lives, how can we allow you to slander us!"
"First Shinobi World War's hero?"
Hiashi sneered and slowly took out an application form from the drawer of his desk that looked a little old and even a little wrinkled.
He gently placed the piece of paper on the table and pushed it in front of the two old guys.
"I have also shed blood for Konoha since Third Shinobi World War."
"And..."