Shisui was pulled into Root, and Danzo's unexpected move completely disrupted the rhythm of Senju Chen.
"Grandpa Kosuke," Senju Chen stopped and said to Maruboshi Kosuke who was following behind him like a shadow, "Prepare a few more gifts. The specifications don't have to be as heavy as those given to Uchiha, but they must appear to be thoughtful. We are going to visit a few more places today."
"Young Master Chen, wouldn't this arrangement be too stressful? How about we do it tomorrow..." Maruboshi Kosuke hesitated.
"I just want to let everyone in the village know Senju Clan's attitude this time within one day." Senju Chen's eyes were shining dimly in the night, "Let's go, the first stop, Hyuga Clan."
Hyuga Clan, as one of the oldest wealthy families in Konoha, the majesty and solemnity of its clan are no less than that of Uchiha. The tall courtyard walls, the closed doors, and the ubiquitous white eyes behind the doors that seem to pierce people's hearts, all demonstrate the exclusiveness and pride of this family.
Senju Chen's visit was not blocked. After the report, he was led to the Main Family's reception room by a Branch Family ninja.
In the living room, the current patriarch of the Hyuga Clan, Hyuga Hiashi, is sitting at the main seat. He is wearing a plain white kimono, his face is stern and not angry, the veins on his forehead are slightly raised, and his pure white eyes are devoid of any emotion, like two cold jade stones.
"Chen-kun is here. What's important?" Hyuga Hiashi's voice was just like his expression, flat and without fluctuations.
"I apologize for disturbing you, Clan Head Hiashi." Senju Chen bowed slightly, keeping his attitude very low, and his words were very sincere, "It's just that something big is going to happen in the village. My sister Tsunade is far outside the village, and she specifically asked me to come to say hello to Clan Head Hiashi and listen to your opinions."
He said the words "listen to your opinions" very sincerely.
Hyuga Hiashi's eyebrows twitched almost imperceptibly. Senju Clan, the founder of Konoha, and now the only descendant, would actually use this gesture to "ask" him Hyuga Clan?
"Princess Tsunade is interested." Hyuga Hiashi's tone softened slightly, "Hokage The election is related to the future of the village. I, Hyuga Clan, will naturally make the most correct choice."
"Yes." Senju Chen nodded, then changed the topic and said in an unabashed tone unique to young people, "Sister said, whether it is Teacher Orochimaru or Senior Minato are all heroes of the village. Senju Clan should respect the choice of the whole village, so she decided to remain neutral. But she is also worried that her decision will embarrass some old friends."
This remark was extremely clever. It not only showed Senju's neutral stance, but also hinted at Senju's concern for its "old friends". Hyuga Clan naturally fell into the category of this "old friend".
Hyuga Hiashi was silent.
Of course he understood who the two consultant elders were supporting. And behind Minato Namikaze, that civilian-born hero, stood the will of Third Hokage and the public opinion of the entire village.
Senju Chen looked at him and continued, "I personally don't understand. Senior Minato is sunny and friendly, and has won the hearts of the people. If he becomes Hokage, he must be popular. It's just..."
He paused deliberately, with just the right amount of confusion on his face.
"Just what?" Hyuga Hiashi asked.
"I just heard that Senior Minato's philosophy is that 'Will of Fire' should shine on everyone in the village, not just Branch Family ethnic groups or civilians. I think this is very good and great." Senju Chen's eyes were clear and Sincerely, "But I also feel that a wealthy family with a long heritage and bloodline like Hyuga Clan itself is one of the strongest root systems of the big tree Konoha. Does it... also need to get the same 'illumination' as those ordinary branches and leaves?"
These words were like a precise needle, instantly piercing the proudest and most sensitive nerve in Hyuga Hiashi's heart.
Hyuga Clan, what is the most important thing? It's inheritance, bloodline, and the strict rules of the Main Family and Branch Family. Minato Namikaze's philosophy is essentially to weaken this "speciality" and shake the foundation of these ancient wealthy families.
"And my teacher Orochimaru, he..." Senju Chen's tone became a little complicated, "He is a very pure ninja. He only believes in power and respects the strong. In his eyes, there may be no distinction between civilians and nobles, only the strong and the weak. A family as powerful as Hyuga Clan, in his hands, may get unprecedented... respect."
After saying that, Senju Chen stopped talking and just picked up the tea cup quietly, as if what he just said was really just the innocent confusion of a young man.
Hyuga Hiashi also raised a cup to drink tea, but his Byakugan kept staring at Senju Chen.
He suddenly felt that the young man in front of him was much scarier than the rumors. He did not explicitly ask Hyuga to take sides, but used the most heart-wrenching words to explain the pros and cons of supporting Minato and supporting Orochimaru.
Choosing Minato or Hyuga may give you stability, but you will gradually be assimilated by the tide of "Will of Fire" and lose your transcendent status.
If you choose Orochimaru, the future may be full of uncertainty, but the "power" of Hyuga will be recognized, even used and relied on!
"Say hello to Princess Tsunade for me. Hyuga Clan will remain neutral like Senju Clan this time and will not take sides with anyone." After a long time, Hyuga Hiashi slowly spoke.
He said he would not take sides with anyone, but Senju Chen knew that his goal had been achieved.
After bidding farewell to the Hyuga Clan, Senju Chen rushed to the Nara Clan's clan without stopping.
Different from Hyuga's strictness, this place seemed much more casual. The three people who received him were Shikaku Nara, Inoichi Yamanaka and Chōza Akimichi.
"Hey, isn't this Kid Chen? What's the trouble in such a hurry?" Shikaku Nara yawned and looked like he hadn't woken up, but his seemingly lazy eyes shone with the light of wisdom.
"Uncle Shikaku, Uncle Inoichi, Uncle Chōza." Senju Chen saluted respectfully, "I'm sorry for disturbing you so late."
He did not beat around the bush, but directly repeated the "neutral" rhetoric he had said to the consultant elder and Hyuga Hiashi.
After listening, Shikaku Nara picked his ears with his little finger and said lazily, "Neutral... is a really troublesome choice, but it is indeed the decision that guy Tsunade will make. Okay, we understand."
He acted unconcerned, as if it was a trivial matter.
Senju Chen smiled secretly in his heart. He is indeed Konoha's number one think tank. It's a bit too naive to use such words to fool him.
"That's what Uncle Shikaku said." Senju Chen followed his words and said, "Sister is also afraid of trouble, so she made this decision. However, I am still a little worried personally."
"Oh? What are you worried about?" Inoichi Yamanaka keenly captured the information in his words.
"I'm worried...Elder Danzo." Senju Chen's face showed a trace of worry at the right time, "Two consultant elders came to see me today, hoping that we Senju can support Elder Danzo. Although I refused as a sister, I still felt uneasy in my heart. Elder Danzo's acting style... was too tough. What if, I mean what if, Teacher Orochimaru and Senior Minato fought too hard..."
He didn't finish what he said, but the meaning was self-evident.
Shikaku Nara's half-closed eyes suddenly opened!
He, Inoichi Yamanaka, and Chōza Akimichi looked at each other, and they all saw a hint of solemnity in each other's eyes.