Naruto: The Hidden Protector

Chapter 30

"Then let's utilize Shisui’s eyes to manipulate that girl’s mind," Danzo suggested with a hint of reluctance. He was hesitant to sacrifice one of Shisui’s Mangekyō Sharingan techniques, as he had his sights set on claiming those eyes for himself. However, he knew he had to compromise in this situation. If they were serious about paying off all those debts, Danzo realized he would be the first to face bankruptcy.

As the overseer of most orphans who became members of Root, Danzo controlled all their assets. Given that Root operatives often undertook perilous missions with high mortality rates, he had made a reckless decision in the past. Before sending any of his operatives on these suicide missions, he instructed them to take out substantial loans from the World Bank. This ensured that even if his puppets perished, they would still be of use to him.

Reflecting on his past actions, Danzo couldn’t comprehend why he had made such choices. Perhaps it was driven by a desire for revenge, or maybe it stemmed from his frustration with Hiruzen, who had slashed Root's budget. Regardless, Danzo harbored deep regret for his decisions. 

"Are you out of your damn mind, Danzo? Do you even comprehend the consequences of what you're proposing?" Hiruzen's voice was laced with anger and frustration as he addressed his longtime rival.

"Calm down, Hiruzen. First, let's hear what Danzo has to say," Koharu interjected, attempting to diffuse the tension. While acknowledging Danzo's extreme methods, she couldn't deny that his solutions often came with some merit.

“ We will use the Anbu ninjas to lure in her bodyguards and if possible kill him while framing him to be foreign ninja spy. While her bodyguard is busy we will use that opportunity to sneak into that girl's house and use Kotoamatsukami on her. “ Danzo said his perfect plan with a bit of pride. ‘ and after that I will take Shisui’s eyes after his perpace is over. ‘ he thought internally. 

Hiruzen began to ponder for a moment. Although the plan seemed to be foolproof, the risk is too high. For example what would happen if the Anbu ninjas were not able to hold Tenegen back. Despite not being famous in the ninja world Tengen as the youngest Hashira has the strength of an elite jounin. So his ability to escape from the Anbu ninjas is not an impossibility. 

“ Danzo this is too risky and consequences are too serveware. Konoha would be seen as a laughing stock if this is brought to light. So don’t even think of doing something like this.  “ Hiruzen said righteously. 

“ Hiruzen, you are a coward. Do you really want to give up the custody  of the nine tailed Jinchuriki and do nothing? “ Danzo roared as he glared at his friend. Did he think he was born yesterday? This cunning old friend only wanted him to do everything in secret so that he will have no part in this. 

“ Danzo don’t forget I am the Hokage “ Hiruzen roared with his famous catch praise.

“ Hiruzen, you will regret it. Everything I do is for Konoha, “  Danzo said as he made his exit. He vowed to take revenge on his friend for making do this.  

After Danzo's departure, the Hokage's office once again returned to its silent state. Hiruzen exhaled a deep breath as he sat down on his seat. He looked at his two remaining friends and said, "I will ask the Fire Daimyo for some support. For now, let's rest and gather our thoughts and discuss this matter tomorrow. "

Homura and Koharu nodded as they too left the office. They too are tired after brainstorming for ideas for so long.  

After everyone left the office, Hiruzen looked at the full moon in the sky as he muttered a bit melancholically, "Sensei, I really wish you were here to help us."

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"The moon is still as beautiful as ever," Izanami remarked, gazing at the full moon in the sky from her balcony window as she leaned on the railing.

"Don't you think so too?" Izanami asked, turning to address the animals behind her. Leading them was a rabbit that had been missing earlier in the afternoon.

"Hmph, what beauty does a prison have?" the rabbit remarked surprisingly, its voice carrying a feminine tone in response to her inquiry.

“Now, now, Grandma, don’t get all grumpy all of a sudden. You can’t really deny the beauty the moon has, And besides aren’t half freed from the seal father and uncle placed on you. Although you can’t use your true body you at least have the luxury to  move around and enjoy this world that you wished to protect. ” Izanami said as she consoled the grumpy rabbit.

"Hmph, who is a grandma? I'm still in my twenties. Call me big sister," the rabbit snorted.

Izanami smiled wryly as she remarked, "You know, I really want to see Dad’s expression when he sees you like this, Kaguya oba-san." "So, how has life been fairing for you guys these years?" she asked as she addressed the other animals who were present here.

"Well, it was quite nice," the cat, who was once called Rin Nohara, said with a smile.

“Oh, it was quite nice. Konoha sure has some interesting places. I kinda wished I could show them to Konan and Nagato,” the crow, who had the soul of Yahiko, said with excitement and hidden sadness.

“Well, this old man is quite satisfied with his life, Izanami-sama,” the dog, which had the soul of Sakumo Hatake, who held the title Konoha's White Fang, said with a calm demeanor.

“ Well at least you guys are having fun “Izanami said with a bit of a chuckle. 

“ So Izanami, why are you here in Konoha? Last time I heard you are not interested in coming here, “ Kaguya asked with a bit of curiosity. 

Izanami smiled helplessly as she said, “ well I actually didn’t want to come here so soon but I had to just in case this rotten village was razed to the ground by others. “

“ Is the situation that worse in the outside world. “ Sakumo asked with a bit of seriousness in his voice.  Due to Ninja Beasts being a thing in Konoha no one discusses high level secrets near him so the information he could gather was quite limited. 

“ Yes I’m sure you guys have heard about the recent Hayuga clan incident “ Everyone nodded at her words. Due to the Kumo ambassadors making a big fuss about it in public, the information about this incident was quite well spread. 

“ Well after seeing Konoha’s stand the other hidden villages realised how dire the situation in Konoha is. So as to not let this golden opportunity go to waste, they are actively trying to provoke Konoha into war. “ Izanami said. 

“ So what are you planning to do? As far as I know you wouldn’t get involved in this unless the village’s foundation is about to collapse. “Kaguya said, looking at her granddaughter. After living with Izanami for a few centuries she knew roughly how Izanami’s mind works. 

She doesn’t actively try to meddle with the world. To her, this world will always be the same until humans realize how foolish their narrow-minded thinking is. Chakra isn’t all about violence and destruction. If the villages used their natural habitat to their advantage, they too would be able to prosper.

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