`[Integration +10%]`
Along with a pleasant notification sound, Baiye's power was strengthened once again. The increase in integration meant that Baiye could unlock a new ability.
Thinking of this, Baiye began to sense the changes in his body with excitement.
'The abilities I want most are Flight and Heat Vision. Other abilities do not hold as much appeal for me.'
However, Baiye was soon disappointed. The ability unlocked this time was Super Hearing. Although he felt a bit let down, it was still a new ability. It was barely acceptable.
After sensing the changes in his body, Baiye spoke to Naruto, who looked at him with worship. "Alright, that is all for today."
"Come find me directly at the Sarutobi Clan in the future."
"Remember to train hard!"
After saying this, he led Izumi out of the barbecue restaurant.
As for Naruto, he secretly encouraged himself. He had to train hard to keep up with his big brother.
News of Baiye and Naruto soon reached the ears of the Konoha higher-ups. Sarutobi Hiruzen and Danzo already knew and had discussed it. However, there were two other high-level officials: Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu.
If it were just Baiye, the two would not have said much. However, with the maid Uchiha Izumi following him, the two immediately became anxious.
"Hiruzen! You cannot let Baiye act so recklessly!"
"How can you allow a member of the Uchiha Clan to get close to the Jinchuriki? This is too dangerous!"
"Indeed, Koharu is right."
Sarutobi Hiruzen was speechless as he looked at the two. Danzo and he had already agreed, yet these two were still objecting. Because of their long-standing friendship, Hiruzen did not want to say much. He could only send someone to call Danzo over.
It was better to leave the task of rebuking people to Danzo. After all, Hiruzen was only good at rebuking Danzo. He was not very skilled at dealing with others.
Danzo soon arrived at the office. He looked at Utatane Koharu and the other elder and immediately understood the situation.
"What? Do you have an objection?"
The two were intimidated by Danzo's rude tone. However, they realized that the reconciliation of Hiruzen and Danzo due to Sarutobi Baiye was not good for them. Their influence was already weak. If these two continued to get along, their positions as advisors might not remain secure. They had to be firm today.
"Hmph! Of course we have an objection!"
"We do not mind Sarutobi Baiye interacting with the Jinchuriki. However, Uchiha Izumi is a different matter."
"Have you two forgotten the circumstances of the Nine-Tails incident?"
Utatane Koharu stated her position and excluded Sarutobi Baiye from the blame. Their target was Uchiha Izumi and the Uchiha Clan. She emphasized the Nine-Tails incident specifically.
Sarutobi Hiruzen coughed lightly and said, "Izumi is already Baiye's personal maid. She might even change her name to Sarutobi Izumi in the future. Logically, she is one of our own. Can you not even trust one of our own?"
The two advisors were speechless at Hiruzen's nonsense. It was as if changing a name made her not an Uchiha.
"No! Uchiha Izumi must come here!"
"We must question her personally!"
Hiruzen and Danzo looked at each other. Knowing Baiye's temper, they immediately ordered someone to notify him. If these two were looking for death, they could not be blamed for being heartless. Regarding Baiye, Hiruzen and Danzo were surprisingly consistent. This was a benefit of Baiye's transmigration. Hiruzen and Danzo were infinitely biased toward him. In the current Konoha, this was a massive advantage.
An Anbu soon blocked the path of Baiye and Izumi.
"Young Master Baiye, the Third Hokage requests that both of you go to the Hokage's office."
Looking at the Anbu with long purple hair, Baiye instantly guessed her identity. She was Uzuki Yugao, a member of the Anbu directly under the Hokage. Knowing his grandfather was looking for him, Baiye did not waste time and headed toward the Hokage building with Izumi.
They soon arrived at the Hokage's office. Upon entering and seeing the gloomy faces of Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura, Baiye understood what was happening.
Baiye had not even noticed that Danzo seemed kind and pleasant to him because of the favoritism shown over the past ten years. In contrast, these two old officials looked gloomy and unpleasant.
Seeing the two arrive, Utatane Koharu immediately attacked Izumi.
"Uchiha Izumi! You approached the Jinchuriki without permission!"
"What exactly are your intentions? Or is the Uchiha Clan planning another atrocious scheme?! Speak the truth at once!"
The series of questions left Izumi dazed. She did not know how to answer. Baiye suddenly stepped in front of her.
"I told Izumi to interact with him. What? Do you have an objection?"
Baiye's disdainful tone made Utatane Koharu and the other advisor jump from their seats in anger.
"Sarutobi Baiye! What is with your attitude?!"
"Do you even respect us?!"
"Sarutobi Hiruzen! Danzo! Is this how you teach your grandson?!"