Council Hall.
Hiruzen Sarutobi saw a strange crow land in the courtyard.
After a moment's thought, Hiruzen Sarutobi determined it was Itachi's doing.
But this was too careless; such a method could easily be discovered!
Hiruzen Sarutobi approached the crow with some apprehension.
The crow stood there like a statue, completely still. As Hiruzen Sarutobi drew near, a Three Tomoe Sharingan appeared in the crow's eye.
A genjutsu assailed Hiruzen Sarutobi.
However, Hiruzen Sarutobi offered no resistance, allowing himself to fall into the genjutsu.
A first-person experience unfolded in Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind.
"Itachi, clear your schedule by the end of the month. Your mission is to follow the team and blockade the Sarutobi Clan grounds, preventing any Sarutobi Ninja from leaving!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi naturally recognized the speaker. His single-arm was too distinctive: Uchiha Ryusuke, one of the Military Police Force Captains.
He also recognized the other person beside him, Uchiha Gengetsu, another Captain of the Military Police Force.
The scene continued.
.....
"....You do not have permission to know the remaining content...."
Then, the two walked away.
The scene shifted to daytime, revealing a setting Hiruzen Sarutobi had never seen before.
In front of a door stood two guards, one of whom spoke.
"Itachi, why are you back again?"
"My apologies, I forgot something earlier!"
The man nodded and said,
"No need to apologize, Itachi. The Department Head has long said that the Military Police Force doesn't need to be on guard against you. Wait a moment, we'll open the seal for you!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi now understood where this place was. If he wasn't mistaken, it should be Uchiha Tomoki's office in the Military Police Force.
Itachi then directly began flipping through the documents on Yuuki's desk.
Naturally, there was no important information.
However, as he went through various documents, some information still caught his attention.
For example, on the last day of the month, the Ninja Academy had an unscheduled exam to test the students' grades.
For example, also at the end of the month, several idol groups would hold a large concert.
For example, several factories' production volume on the last day of the month was significantly higher than at other times, likely requiring them to work late overtime.
For example, many Uchiha clan members were relieved of their duties in the Military Police Force and assigned to various border units.
For example, the Military Police Force would have a large dinner party on the last night of the month, with a significant budget requested to book venues and purchase alcohol.
The chosen locations for the dinner were several highly-rated restaurants and hot springs, but without exception, these establishments were in more remote areas of Konoha.
For example, all Uchiha Ninja in the Military Police Force took leave simultaneously on the last day of the month.
.....
Various pieces of intelligence appeared in Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind. How could he not understand what this meant?
Uchiha Tomoki, are you really going to exterminate the Sarutobi Clan?
Today is the end of the month!
Hiruzen Sarutobi had also poured a lot of effort into his clan. At this moment, he was burning with anxiety, his mind racing for a solution.
Hiruzen Sarutobi then returned to his room, took off his robe, and put on his black combat uniform.
Helmet.
Scrolls.
Ninja tool pouch.
The preparation process was swift and practiced. Then, fully armed, Hiruzen Sarutobi walked to the door, his hand resting on it.
He hesitated to open it.
Although the preparation process wasn't long, battle allowed no room for carelessness, so Hiruzen Sarutobi had been fully immersed in it.
But after completing his preparations, Hiruzen Sarutobi hesitated, not out of fear, but because something felt off.
All the signs were too obvious!
Especially, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a strong sense of familiarity from all these arrangements.
It was his old friend's most favored trick, a somewhat undignified scheme.
Based on Hiruzen Sarutobi's understanding of Yuuki, such a flawed plan didn't seem like something Yuuki would devise.
Had Itachi been turned by Uchiha Tomoki?
Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head, thinking it unlikely.
So, Itachi was also deceived?
Hiruzen Sarutobi took off his equipment and changed into a loose robe again. Now, he needed to be calm and observe the situation first.
Today, Hiruzen Sarutobi became exceptionally sensitive, constantly paying attention to the movements outside.
In the afternoon, Hiruzen Sarutobi noticed that all the guard Ninja had been replaced. Those Byakugan immediately gave Hiruzen Sarutobi an idea.
Do you want me to make the first move? Then sit back and watch the conflict between me and Hiashi?
No matter the outcome, you will always be the one who profits, Uchiha Tomoki.
So, you arranged for Hiashi to become a character similar to Danzo? As for why Hiashi would be willing to become a tool in Uchiha Tomoki's hands...
Recalling the experience of forcing Hizashi to his death, Hiruzen Sarutobi understood. Using the power of hatred?
Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled confidently, "Uchiha Tomoki, your scheme has been seen through by me!"
Today, this old man isn't going anywhere!
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