The next morning, as it got light out.
The Konoha Ninjas, who were operating in various locations, almost all received the news that Danzo was preparing to take over as the Sixth Hokage.
When Sai received this news, he immediately set off to return.
At the same time, the three-person squad of Samui had reached the outskirts of Konoha.
These three arrived much later than Hatake Satoru had expected.
The reason was simple: Karui and Omoi spent too much time arguing and haggling over half-price deals on the way…
Especially as they were about to reach the Konoha gates.
Because they were arguing, Karui threw a small pebble in the direction of Konoha, and Omoi started to let his imagination run wild, thinking that the pebble would turn into a giant meteor falling from the sky and flipping over the entire Konoha.
The most crucial thing was that it would take away all the cute girls in Konoha…
This made Omoi feel depressed for quite some time.
He never expected that when they arrived at the Konoha gates, they would find that Konoha had indeed turned into a giant meteor crater!
Samui certainly didn't take the actions of these two childish people to heart.
She turned her head away very coldly.
"What are you two thinking about! Get back to business quickly!"
The three of them then encountered the Konoha ninjas on duty.
Samui immediately announced their identities.
"We are ninjas sent from Cloud Village. My name is Samui, and Raikage-sama sent us!"
As part of the security personnel, the ninja on duty immediately reported the matter to the Konoha higher-ups.
Afterward, the three were brought into Konoha.
Facing the broken ruins of Konoha, the three appeared very curious and shocked.
The Konoha person who led them into the village explained to them how Pain had invaded Konoha, which was why Konoha was still in a state of alert.
Samui immediately stated her purpose.
"Raikage-sama sent me with a letter. Please take me to the Hokage! I need to speak with the Hokage personally~!"
The Konoha Ninja leading them frowned.
"That might be a bit difficult…"
When the three finally met Hokage Tsunade, Samui instantly understood the situation.
After a great battle, Tsunade was in no condition to handle any matters at all.
Soon, various high-ranking officials who had been helping to repair Konoha rushed to Tsunade's tent.
Shizune directly stated that the Hokage was currently unable to handle any matters.
Samui said very directly.
"Since Hokage-sama cannot handle any matters right now, please find a temporary acting Hokage. I absolutely must deliver this letter, so please introduce me to the next Hokage!"
Just then, Danzo entered the tent with people.
As soon as he entered, he coldly and loudly announced in front of everyone.
"She is no longer the Hokage. I am the newly appointed Sixth Hokage. Just give me that letter of yours!"
Shizune was focused on treating Tsunade's injuries and was unaware of the turmoil happening outside.
Hearing these words, her heart was greatly shaken.
"How could this be!"
Samui also didn't quite react.
Even if they were going to decide on the next Hokage… wasn't this a bit too fast!
Danzo said impatiently.
"What's wrong? Doesn't the Raikage need a reply urgently?"
As soon as he said this, Samui prioritized her mission and handed Raikage's personal letter to Danzo.
Danzo picked it up and took a look.
"So it's about Sasuke. He has indeed become like this, just as I worried back then… Even if only one Uchiha seed remains, it will continue to sprout…"
Samui stared intently at Danzo.
"Hokage-sama, what is your reply?"
Danzo slowly raised his head.
"My reply? Of course, it's…"
At this very moment, not far outside the village.
Naruto and Kakashi were on their daily patrol.
They heard hurried footsteps behind them.
Naruto immediately turned his head and saw Kiba.
Sakura immediately asked curiously.
"What's the rush?"
Kiba quickly replied.
"This is terrible! Tsunade-sama has stepped down as Hokage, and the next Hokage is the Leader…"
Kakashi's face already showed a look of foreboding.
Sakura was even more shocked.
Only Naruto.
Because Hatake Satoru had already revealed related information to him last night.
And the next news would definitely be explosive.
Kiba said anxiously.
"And the Sixth Hokage just ordered that Sasuke is to be executed!"
Upon hearing this, Naruto's words from Satoru yesterday were confirmed.
And now, it wasn't just hostility towards Sasuke, Danzo was clearly using this opportunity to get rid of Sasuke!
He was very anxious.
"I absolutely cannot let them lay a hand on Sasuke!"
Kakashi immediately stopped Naruto and said calmly and collectedly.
"I told you, this is not something you should be involved in. I told you to wait!"
"Danzo must have expected you to act like this… this guy… is still trying to keep things peaceful at a time like this!"
Kakashi's intelligence was truly online.
He saw through Danzo's intentions at a glance.
The Raikage of the Land of Thunder sending such a letter at this time, on the surface, was to pursue Sasuke's responsibility, but in reality, it was to hold Konoha village and the Land of Fire accountable.
Moreover, such a public and formal letter was not only a show to the other three great nations but also a test of Konoha's attitude.
Clearly, Naruto did not yet understand the implications of this.
He said to Kakashi very sincerely.
"I will absolutely not act rashly. I just want to talk to him properly and change the decision about Sasuke."
Kakashi knew Naruto too well.
"Once this matter involves Sasuke, it will be impossible to get you to keep the peace!"
"Although it's just the Daimyo's appointment now, and the jonin council hasn't voted yet, Danzo is already the Hokage. If you mess this up, you might end up in jail!"
As expected, Naruto's temperament completely matched Kakashi's predictions.
He immediately broke free from Kakashi and shouted.
"Then I don't care! I'm going now!"
Just then, a gust of clear wind blew past Naruto.
Hatake Satoru instantly appeared beside him.
"Naruto! Don't forget you have the Nine-Tails inside you!"
Naruto immediately shouted.
"So what? If you push me too hard, I'll let the Nine-Tails go berserk and knock him to the ground, making him revoke the decision about Sasuke!"
Hatake Satoru said very calmly.
"Danzo must have wanted to detain you in this village long ago… specifically, to detain the Nine-Tails in your stomach!"