As he looked at the silent Shimura Danzō, then at Hiruzen Sarutobi's somewhat unusual expression, a flicker of understanding passed through Tobirama Senju's eyes.
"Sigh... in that case, you two can make the choice yourselves."
Perhaps this way, no rift will form between you...
Looking at the two silent men before him, Tobirama Senju ultimately left the choice of Hokage to them.
As for whether that choice would cause problems, wasn't Mito Uzumaki still in Konoha?
Besides, he trusted that both Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shimura Danzō could see the bigger picture.
"Sensei..."
Looking at Tobirama Senju, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes held a struggle.
He wanted badly to say that he was capable of being Hokage, but his cowardice that day haunted his heart like a nightmare.
"Monkey, there's no need to say more. I don't have much time left, so... let me speak now."
Looking at Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had spoken with his head lowered, Tobirama Senju sighed softly and spoke in a low voice.
"I'm dying, so my responsibilities must now pass into your hands. First is the matter of the Uchiha Clan.
"The Uchiha Clan... the Uchiha Clan understands love better than anyone. Precisely because they love so deeply, once they lose that cherished love, it instantly turns into an even stronger hatred, and their mentality changes drastically along with it. Kagami's Sharingan is a power born of those emotions.
"The conflict between the Senju and the Uchiha has continued for who knows how many years, and so has the hatred. But... I don't dislike the Uchiha. Kagami is the answer to that.
"In truth, as Hokage, I would remain vigilant toward any clan that threatened the village. As for the Uchiha, because of Madara Uchiha, I previously believed we had to be especially wary of them.
"But... precisely