Hyuga Hiashi was silent for a moment, then asked, "What does the Hokage need me to do?"
Tsunade said directly, "This afternoon, I will hold a small meeting to announce this matter. At that time, I hope you can represent the Hyuga Clan and stand up to support me."
Hyuga Hiashi had also roughly guessed Tsunade's purpose, but a hint of hesitation appeared on his face.
Although he rarely participated in political struggles, he still understood a little. At this time, it was time to fight for the interests of the clan. After all, he was going to publicly support the humiliating proposal of Village Sealing.
What was being sacrificed was the reputation of the Hyuga Clan, and Tsunade needed to show something in return.
Tsunade also saw what the other party was thinking and asked, "Advisor Hiashi's eldest daughter, Hinata, is already seven years old this year, right?"
Hyuga Hiashi was stunned for a moment, wondering why Tsunade suddenly mentioned his daughter.
But after he came back to his senses, he nodded.
"Recently, I've also heard some bad rumors about Hinata in the village."
"This..."
Hyuga Hiashi's expression turned ugly upon hearing this, and his fists clenched subconsciously.
Although he had changed the story of Neji's disappearance to sacrifice, Naruto had indeed betrayed Konoha. As Hinata, who used to have a very good relationship with him, her treatment in the village would definitely not be good.
Moreover, the higher-ups in the clan were already planning to brand Hinata with the Caged Bird Cursed Seal.
"Hokage, please speak frankly if you have anything to say."
"I haven't taken a real disciple yet. I think Hinata has good talent, so I want to take her as my disciple."
As she spoke, Tsunade stared at Hyuga Hiashi and assured, "Advisor Hiashi, please rest assured, I will definitely impart everything I have to her."
After speaking, Tsunade didn't say anything more, but quietly waited for Hyuga Hiashi's answer.
Hyuga Hiashi didn't make Tsunade wait long. After simply considering the pros and cons, he already had an answer.
"In that case, I'll leave my daughter in the Hokage's care. The Hyuga Clan will fully support all of the Hokage's decisions."
This was a win-win-win decision.
Tsunade, as the Hokage, gained the loyalty of the Hyuga Clan. Hyuga Hiashi, as a father, didn't have to see his daughter branded with the Caged Bird, and the Hyuga Clan also completely connected with the Hokage through Hinata.
All three parties obtained the benefits they wanted.
Moreover, Tsunade, as the Hokage, only had Hinata as a disciple. With Hinata's current personality, she might even be able to compete for the position of Hokage in the future.
At that time, his eldest daughter, Hyuga Hiashi, would be the Hokage of Konoha, and his youngest daughter would be the head of the Hyuga Clan. He would have no regrets in this life.
Tsunade nodded and said, "In that case, Advisor Hiashi will arrange the afternoon meeting."
"Understood, Hokage."
Hyuga Hiashi got up, bowed to Tsunade again, and then left.
Tsunade watched Hyuga Hiashi leave and breathed a slight sigh of relief.
Village Sealing Konoha could be considered a decision that went against the ancestors.
The reason she wanted to take Hinata as a disciple actually had other purposes. She just hoped that when Naruto returned to Konoha in the future, he could spare Konoha a chance because of Hinata's sake.
"Tsunade-sama!"
Another soft and gentle, very healing voice sounded in her heart.
"Slug Sage?" Tsunade was taken aback.
"Tsunade-sama, there is something I would like to ask for your help with."
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Hidden Rain Village.
Above a tall tower, in a cold and dim hall.
Deva Path Pain still stood expressionlessly on the high platform, with Konan still beside him.
Below, Sasori and Kisame stood on either side.
Together, they listened to the information that Black Zetsu had just collected.
The bizarre Mangekyo Sharingan ability, the great battle between Naruto and Jiraiya, and how Jiraiya was simply killed by Naruto.
Finally, he emphasized the grand ambition that Naruto mentioned during the great battle with Jiraiya.
Causing everyone present except Pain and Sasori, the two puppets, to show surprised expressions.
"Wanting to stand at the top and create a completely New World?"
"It seems the Nine Tails Jinchuriki also wants to become the god of the New World."
Pain's expression was indifferent, his tone filled with a chill.
"Hehe, Leader, I think this guy is quite suitable for our Akatsuki organization."
Kisame below spoke, his mouth grinning high, revealing the sharp shark teeth inside.
He was very interested in this Nine Tails Jinchuriki, even with a bit of recognition. This Shinobi World, which has always been in constant fighting, also made him feel very annoyed.
"Do you want me to recruit him? It just so happens that the organization is not very short of people now. Since the other party can kill one of the Three Ninja, Jiraiya, his strength is enough to join our organization, right?"
Kisame volunteered.
The others all looked at Pain on the high platform, waiting for his answer.
However, Konan's eyes were a little complicated. She knew that Kakuzu and Orochimaru's disappearance was related to Naruto, and, moreover, the other party also killed Teacher Jiraiya...
As for why Black Zetsu wanted to emphasize Naruto's words, he felt that Naruto might also be used to create a New World. What could be more convenient than the Eye of the Moon?
Pain also fell silent, thinking for a while before saying.
"You have other tasks. Zetsu has discovered another good talent, a Konoha defector."
"A Konoha defector? I understand."
Kisame nodded with some disappointment, and asked somewhat unwillingly: "Then about the Nine Tails Jinchuriki..."
"The Nine Tails Jinchuriki will be the responsibility of the Deputy Leader."
Pain naturally had his purpose in making such an arrangement.
After all, there were already two precedents of members being poached by the other side, and he was a little worried about letting other members contact the Nine Tails Jinchuriki, especially Kisame, who had just joined the organization, and Kisame had just developed a certain sense of identity with the Nine Tails Jinchuriki.
If he was really poached by the Nine Tails Jinchuriki, his Akatsuki organization would be almost an empty shell.
Konan heard this and had no objection, directly asking, "Then when should I act?"
"First, contact the other party with another identity."
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