Asuma was caught in a dilemma.
Asuma was not sure how far his clansmen would go, but as soon as they caused trouble, it would definitely create a commotion, and children, in particular, would inevitably be affected.
For civilians and children who were not Ninja, a Ninja battle was like a natural disaster.
From the short time Asuma had spent with Yuuki, he felt that Yuuki would not stand by idly; however, to eliminate those radical clansmen, he would only act after they made their move.
Those clansmen were doomed to die no matter what!
If that was the case, why involve other unrelated people, especially those children?
The couple he had met while shopping with Yuhi reappeared in his mind; they were just ordinary civilians, a normal family, but the child they held in their arms...
Those clear eyes, as if capable of purifying all the filth in the world, appeared in Asuma's mind, occupying all his thoughts.
Asuma's heart gradually calmed down, and his gaze became firm and ruthless; he had clearly made his decision.
Eliminate the danger in its infancy!
Asuma looked at Yuuki again, this guy who was similar to his old man, with his hypocritical face, and his seemingly fair act of needing evidence before acting.
Everything about it made Asuma want to vomit!
However, Asuma still slowly stated his decision.
"Fifth Hokage, those people will not be an obstacle; they will not have another chance!"
Yuuki's face and eyes showed surprise, and he asked with a tone full of astonishment.
"Asuma Jonin, do you mean to..."
"There's no need to probe, Fifth Hokage, I will deal with them!"
Asuma, who had clearly made up his mind, no longer wanted to engage in meaningless chatter with Yuuki and spoke directly.
Yuuki showed a troubled expression on his face, then said.
"Asuma Jonin, give me a few days; I need to confirm whether what you said is true, otherwise, you won't be leaving today!"
Immediately, Yuuki waved his hand, and more than 10 Uchiha clansmen appeared around them, staring intently at Asuma with their Sharingan.
Yuuki felt like a villain at this moment, but there was no other way, after all, Asuma was an unexpected factor in the plan, and he had to find a way to make him a part of it.
Asuma was not a reckless man; although he looked rough, he was actually very meticulous!
"Fifth Hokage, I will await your news, and I hope you can confirm the situation as soon as possible!"
Asuma emphasized the word "confirm."
It's done!
The temporary addition to the cast had officially joined the team.
Yuuki's heart was filled with joy, and a smile appeared on his face as he said.
"Don't worry, it won't be too long, but there's one thing I need to remind you, Asuma Jonin, even if they truly have a plan, before it's implemented, they are still Konoha Ninja, Konoha Ninja that I, as Hokage, must protect with my life!"
Yuuki's meaning was clear: even if they truly intended a coup, until they took action and caused damage to Konoha, they were still Konoha's Ninja.
If Asuma acted prematurely and killed these Konoha Ninja, it would mean Asuma would become a rogue Ninja.
Asuma was naturally aware of this, and he had already made his choice.
"I understand the consequences, Fifth Hokage, you don't need to remind me!"
Yuuki nodded and said.
"In that case, Asuma Jonin, go back and wait for news!"
Then, he waved his hand again, and the more than ten Uchiha Ninja once again concealed themselves.
Asuma chose not to descend from the Hokage Rock but turned back into the dark forest.
Watching Asuma's retreating figure, Yuuki suddenly spoke again.
"Asuma Jonin, can you tell me the reason for your choice?"
Asuma stopped, not turning back, but his voice clearly carried over.
"Fifth Hokage, I don't wish to comment on your methods, but Konoha has something I want to protect."
Asuma then paused, as if trying to persuade Yuuki, and also as if strengthening his own resolve.
"Fifth Hokage, the next generation of the Village, those children, are the future of the Village!"
Yuuki, who had already guessed the clues from the intelligence, said after hearing the answer.
"Asuma Jonin, you are a Ninja of the Sarutobi Clan who has truly inherited the will of fire, and the Sandaime would be proud of you!"
Asuma left immediately after speaking, but Yuuki's words still reached his ears, and upon hearing them, Asuma shook his head.
The old man's approval?
The will of fire?
I'm not doing this for such ridiculous things!
After Asuma left, Gengetsu came to Yuuki's side and asked.
"Clan Head, what should we do next...?"
For his own people, Yuuki only had a faint smile on his face, but it was much more sincere, and he slowly said.
"No need to pay attention to Asuma Jonin, the plan continues!"
"Yes, Clan Head!"
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