More than one day's time, the news from Konoha had already gradually spread outside.
Including Konoha's city walls being breached, Konoha being blasted by a large number of explosive tags, even the Hokage Rock had a part blown off.
Later on, there was even a Tailed Beast Bomb attack.
It could be said that Konoha's face was utterly lost.
Especially with the follow-up Nine-Tails Jinchuriki rampage, that was the biggest issue.
Jiraiya and the Third Hokage were chased and beaten, completely unable to control the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
The Third Hokage was even injured because of this.
But as soon as Uchiha Rengoku appeared, he controlled the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
Although the Sarutobi clan blocked the walls, causing many bounty ninja to be trapped in Konoha.
But the Mizukage opened another hole in the wall with a Tailed Beast Bomb.
Most of the scouts from the various villages had already brought the intel back.
Each piece of intel in this contained many things that could be analyzed.
Only one day apart, new intel from Konoha had appeared again.
However, this time it seemed more like Konoha was trying to make up for it.
———
[Konoha Bulletin Board]
For such matters, Konoha needed to give an explanation to the vast number of villagers.
Considering that not everyone was literate.
Next to the bulletin board, someone was reading aloud.
"...Shimura Danzo's behavior was extremely vile, with enormous impact."
"Stripped of his position as Hokage Advisor, his status as Elder Consultant revoked, Root organization disbanded."
The civilians below made buzzing noises, all asking each other.
"Who's Danzo?"
"What's Root?"
"No idea, never heard of it."
Danzo's presence in Konoha was very low, many ordinary civilians didn't even recognize him.
Root itself was a top-secret organization, so it was normal that civilians didn't know.
But this time the announcement was not just for civilians.
It didn't matter if they didn't understand, as long as others understood, it was enough.
The main event followed.
"Stripped Hyuga Hiashi and Hyuga Sarumito of their Honorary Elder statuses."
"To be succeeded by Uchiha Fugaku and Uchiha Rengoku."
"Uchiha Police Force expanded to 30 squads."
"Due to Uchiha Rengoku's meritorious defense against the Fourth Mizukage's invasion."
"Appointed as the new Ninja Academy Principal."
The voices of the surrounding people were all buzzing.
"Why is the Uchiha running the police force again?"
"Looks like the days ahead won't be easy."
Ordinary civilians had poor impressions of the Uchiha, because the Uchiha handled matters strictly and impartially, never giving face to anyone.
The last few terms of the Police Force had been replaced by members from other ninja clans.
Now with the Uchiha Police Force being restored, there was naturally resentment.
Compared to the civilians' concern over the Police Force, the other people's pairs of eyes were focused on different information.
Although it wasn't stated on the bulletin board, those scouts all knew, the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki rampage was stopped by the Uchiha.
There was also the matter of Danzo's bounty before.
The one who attacked Konoha's Jinchuriki was the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura.
Other powers in the ninja world had analyzed that the Konoha high-level clearly made compromises with the Uchiha, yielding some power.
But the Black Market's bounty hadn't been revoked, obviously Konoha still wanted to protect Danzo.
Right now, Konoha and the Uchiha were not reconciled, but had entered a very delicate state.
———
[Hyuga Household]
[Meeting Room]
The atmosphere inside the meeting room was somewhat heavy.
After this time passed, the branch house all knew about the death of Hyuga Koshin.
What the Hyuga main family announced externally, was that Koshin had stepped on an explosive tag trap and died during patrol.
But, of course no one believed such nonsense. On patrol, the Byakugan would definitely be active. A trap that could evade the Byakugan was nearly impossible.
The branch house didn't react much this time; the situation the main house had feared did not happen at all.
Now the priority was to quickly support someone close to the main family to lead the branch family.
Now, besides Clan Head Hiashi, the First Elder, Second Elder, and Third Elder were all seated here.
Hiashi opened his mouth and said, "The branch family has already accepted Koshin's death, but lies will always be exposed."
"Our main family isn't fit to directly govern the branch family. Now, we need to promote a branch elder to take Koshin's place."
"Everyone, please suggest anyone you think is suitable, and we'll discuss it."
The First Elder Sarumito's authority in the main family even exceeded Hiashi's. He spoke first, "Yuto is good, simple-minded, and obedient."
The Second Elder Kenshi suggested, "Motou is also worth considering, he's brave, willing to fight, and has many followers."
The Third Elder Hisashi thought for a moment, "I recommend Shuji. Clever-minded and easy to work with."
Each elder recommended someone from the branch family who was close to them.
Hiashi looked around and then spoke, "Since everyone's preferences are different, let's have them come over and meet everyone."
The First Elder, hearing Hiashi say this, hesitated before speaking, "Hiashi, why don't you also nominate someone?"
Hiashi closed his eyes briefly, sighing in his heart.
Once Koshin died, these people immediately started fighting for power, "Then I'll recommend Sota. After all, he was Koshin's trusted assistant."
The elders looked at each other, since Sota was only twenty years old, a bit young.
But since it was Hiashi's nomination, they couldn't oppose too strongly.
———
Not long after, the four branch family members all entered the meeting room.
Yuto, Motou, Shuji, the three showed a trace of confusion when they saw Sota, then returned to normal.
Hiashi spoke to the four, "Elder Koshin's sudden death requires someone to take over his duties."
"We intend to choose one of you four as an elder."
"What are your thoughts?"
Yuto immediately patted his chest, "Leave it to me! I'll carry out all elder duties excellently!"
Motou's face carried pride as he looked at the other three, "To be an elder, you must convince the masses. I have the greatest strength, so I should be the elder."
The Second Elder Hyuga Kenshi showed a smile, 'This Motou is still so sharp.'
Shuji bowed to the main family, "As for the elder position, whoever the clan head wants to give it to is fine. I'll follow the clan head's instructions."
The elders all had different expressions, since these three candidates each had backing from different elders, no matter who became elder, it would bring great benefits.
At this moment, Sota spoke, "Clan Head, all of Elder Koshin's work was handled by me during his absence."
"I am more suitable for this position."
Yuto, Motou, and Shuji all showed a trace of shock in their eyes.
The seemingly most reckless Yuto couldn't wait to shout, "Sota! You're overestimating yourself! You're so young and want to be an elder?"
Motou also snorted, "Sota, with your meager strength, forget it."
Shuji smiled slightly and said, "Youngsters inevitably get rash sometimes."
Seeing the people below arguing fiercely over the elder seat, Hiashi suddenly spoke: "Let it be Sota."
"He's more suitable."
The elders and those below all looked at Hiashi in shock.
Hiashi, however, spoke firmly, "It's decided. Meeting adjourned."
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