After joining the Anbu, Xia Yan had always followed one principle: think everything through repeatedly before acting.
Although he knew perfectly well that no matter how much he considered, all sorts of unexpected events would always arise and disrupt his original plans.
But only by planning enough and leaving enough room to maneuver within those plans could he avoid being put on the back foot in any situation.
Just as he would never cling to the hope that Konoha's higher-ups did not know his true identity, something he had already confirmed through Minato Namikaze.
Likewise, he would not believe that Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others had remained completely unaware of his contact with Minato Namikaze.
Ultimately, Konoha still belonged to the Third Hokage's interest group. Probably no little move could truly escape their eyes, and relying on luck in any way was irresponsible toward himself!
Xia Yan suspected-or rather, was certain-that the Third Hokage and the others probably knew about his secret meeting with Minato Namikaze.
As for exactly what he and Minato Namikaze had said and done, however, they probably were not so sure.
After all, Minato Namikaze was also a Kage Level fighter. The Third Hokage and the others could not guarantee that nothing would be detected.
Besides, he was Konoha's current Hokage, so they still had to maintain some semblance of propriety.
If Xia Yan were promoted by Minato Namikaze, however, the Third Hokage and the others probably would not be able to tolerate it. The Anbu remained one of their important weapons.
But I'm waiting for the Third Hokage to come knocking.
Xia Yan thought to himself. If the Third Hokage did not come to him, how could he make the corresponding investments in both sides?
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