Hyuga Branch Family

Danzo knew that Hiruzen Sarutobi would not easily hand over control of the Military Police Force to the Uchiha Clan, especially given the delicate nature of their relationship.

His question was actually a well-thought-out plan, intended to explore Hiruzen Sarutobi's countermeasures and prepare for the next move.

Danzo's lips curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible sneer. He knew Hiruzen Sarutobi and out, his former comrade-in-arms and now his adversary.

He knew Hiruzen Sarutobi's suspicious nature, his extreme sensitivity to the balance of power, and his deep awareness of potential threats.

Within Konoha, besides the Uchiha Clan, only the Hyuga Clan is capable of taking over the Military Police Force.

However, both families possess incredibly powerful eye abilities and far-reaching influence, which is a double-edged sword for any Hokage.

Danzo deliberately brought up the Uchiha Clan to observe whether Hiruzen Sarutobi would be caught in a dilemma.

He foresaw that Hiruzen Sarutobi would not easily choose any particular clan, because doing so would be tantamount to creating potential enemies for himself.

Since power was about to change hands, Danzo desired chaos and a power vacuum. Only in such an environment could he seize the opportunity and achieve his goals.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart clenched, as if gripped tightly by an invisible hand.

He understood that the question raised by Danzo was as sensitive as setting off a bomb in a forbidden zone, not only involving a reshuffling of power, but also placing a sharp knife on the fragile balance between families within the village.

In Konoha, the Uchiha and Hyuga clans stood like unyielding mountains, their power so great that it could shake the heavens and the earth.

These two clans need no introduction. In terms of the number of Jonin alone, each clan boasts an astonishing lineup, with dozens of individuals capable of forming a force to be reckoned with anywhere.

The logic is simple: with such formidable strength, it would seem only natural that the ninjas of both clans could be widely distributed across various departments and wield the vast majority of power in Konoha.

However, the complexity of reality far exceeded everyone's imagination.

The Hyuga Clan is bound by the curse of the "Caged Bird Seal," with the Main Family and Branch Family maintaining a facade of harmony while harboring underlying discord, making it difficult to form true unity.

The Uchiha Clan, however, was limited by the duties of the Konoha Military Police Force, making it difficult for them to earn merit, let alone have any path to promotion.

In fact, not only the Uchiha, but also the Hyuga Clan developed an unspeakable estrangement from the village.

The Hyuga Clan chose to keep a low profile and avoid ostentation, which allowed them to maintain a rare peace amidst the turbulent times in Konoha.

"Why aren't you saying anything, Hiruzen?" Danzo gloated as he saw Hiruzen Sarutobi Danzo in thought. "If you really can't find anyone else, I'll take over."

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't take Danzo's attitude to heart. Instead, he took a deep drag on his cigarette, letting his thoughts drift in the air like swirling smoke.

Throughout Konoha's long history, the two major clans have always left a deep imprint.

It's just that in the past it was the Senju and Uchiha, but now the Senju Clan has declined, and now it's the Hyuga and Uchiha.

In the past, the Senju and Uchiha clans joined hands to lay the foundation for Konoha's glory. One clan produced two Hokage, while the other clan held sole power over the Military Police Force, both living up to their reputation as powerful clans.

Only the Hyuga Clan, despite its formidable strength and Chunin, has always remained on the periphery of Konoha's power center.

The root of all this is simple yet profound: the curse known as the "Caged Bird Seal."

The "Caged Bird Seal" is a seal created by Hyuga's predecessors to prevent the loss of the Byakugan. It not only restricts the freedom of the Branch Family, but also allows the Main Family to destroy the will of the cursed and bound individuals according to their own will.

Therefore, the fate of the Branch Family is entirely in the hands of the Main Family, which undoubtedly cuts off their path to the Konoha High Command.

Similarly, the Main Family, having gained direct control of a powerful force through the Caged Bird Seal, would become an unstoppable force if it were to take charge of another department.

Therefore, despite the Hyuga Clan's strength, they have never truly controlled any department of power in Konoha.

Their power is like a giant dragon locked in an abyss; though it possesses the strength to overturn rivers and seas, it can only lurk silently in the dark depths of the water.

Regarding the question of whether or not the Hyuga Clan should take over, Hiruzen Sarutobi's thoughts were like a turbulent sea, churning with turmoil.

Just as the situation reached a stalemate, a shrewd glint flashed in his eyes, like that of a seasoned fox. He turned to Danzo and said firmly, "Of course I will not allow the Uchiha Clan to return. I have decided—to let the Hyuga Clan take over!"

"What?!" Danzo was shocked. He slammed his cane heavily on the ground and stared at Hiruzen Sarutobi in disbelief, almost shouting, "Are you crazy? Are you trying to train a second Uchiha?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi remained calm and waited until Danzo and his emotions gradually subsided before slowly saying, "Of course I'm not crazy. I said the Hyuga take over, but I didn't specify whether it was the Main Family or the Branch Family."

What would happen if the Military Police Force Military Police Force were taken over by the Branch Family?

In Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind, a meticulously planned game had already been laid out. His gaze was like sunlight piercing through dark clouds, illuminating a possible future scenario.

For a long time, the Branch Family were like caged birds, bound by the Main Family, and their talents and abilities could not be fully displayed.

However, once they gained control of the Military Police Force, they had a stage to showcase themselves.

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, they will surely spread their wings and soar to new heights, creating their own glorious future.

But can the Main Family stand idly by and watch this rise to power?

Accustomed to their superior position, how could they tolerate the division of the Branch Family and its superiority?

This psychological conflict will undoubtedly stir up a storm within the Hyuga Clan.

By then, they'll probably be too preoccupied with their internal strife to care about anything else, let alone other matters.

This is exactly the situation Hiruzen Sarutobi hoped to see.