Chapter 2462 Decision

"Squeak..."

The closed door slowly opened, and a faint light shone into the office that had been silent for a while.

"As for Orochimaru's problem, in fact, he had already appeared in front of Anko during the second test. And, according to Anko's report, it is very likely that Orochimaru appeared on purpose."

And with this faint ray of light, three figures filed in, and what followed was this sentence from the Third Hokage.

"What? He showed up in the second test, and he showed up on purpose. Hiruzen, why did you hide it from us? A defecting ninja like Orochimaru showed up in such a critical Chunin exam, and he showed up on purpose. , must be plotting something, this is the best time to..."

After hearing these words, Mito Kadoyan stopped in front of the Hokage's desk and looked at the Third Hokage sitting in front of him, and spoke almost subconsciously.

There was a lot of blame in his words.

"Precautionary, huh?"

However, before he could finish his sentence, he was interrupted by the Third Hokage who sat down.

"Men Yan, please don't embarrass Hiruzen about this matter. I believe he concealed this matter for a reason. Moreover, you and I both know the situation in the village. Some relatively unimportant positions have been replaced by some who are not. The experienced genin went to defend, and Hiruzen was under great pressure. Moreover, since Orochimaru showed up openly and openly in front of Anko, and in the end, he did not silence him. Naturally, it was impossible for Anko to be his disciple. This was In itself, it’s already very suspicious.”

In this regard, the Third Hokage did not speak, but Koharu turned to bed and spoke.

Concerning this matter, Koharu supported the Third Hokage. As for why the Third Hokage didn't tell him, then naturally there was a reason for the Third Hokage.

Moreover, even if they knew about this matter, what they could do was quite limited.

As the advisory elders, they are also very aware of the situation in the village. Moreover, they are at the age where they should retreat to the second line. However, they can only bite the bullet because of the lack of support from the top management of the village.

It's good not to know some things.

At least, if the Third Hokage in front of them, Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had been the reliable partner for decades, decided not to tell them, then it would be necessary for them not to know about it.

"I know……"

As for Xiaochun’s words about sleeping with him,

Mito Kadoyan sighed and said.

To be honest, he also knew that there were some things that they should not know, and Kakashi and Hiruzen themselves had just said that Orochimaru had probably contacted other allies and showed up just to cause chaos in Konoha. It was obvious that they already knew something about Konoha's situation. If they let the two advisory elders know, it might still cause a certain degree of confusion.

At times like this, their power of remonstrance can sometimes cause chaos.

However, he still hoped that he could know this kind of thing. During such an important exam for everyone, an S-class rebel ninja broke into the village and blatantly showed off his existence. He might even have united with other allies. In this way It was a critical situation, and I finally realized that it was still very unpleasant to Mito Menyan.

"Actually, I didn't mean to hide it from you. All this is Qianye's intention. Of course, Qianye is also concerned about the things you are worried about now and has no other intentions."

In this regard, looking at the two people who expressed understanding, the Third Hokage sighed and said.

This matter was indeed not meant to be hidden from the two of them, but Chiba insisted on not letting them know about it.

As for the reason, it is similar to what the two people said just now, which is to consider the unstable factors that their power will produce.

Even Chiba, facing the current situation in Konoha, has to be careful and not do anything dangerous.

It must be steady and steady.

As for whether Chiba has any objections to the two advisory elders, the Third Hokage does not think that at the political level, as people from the same camp, there are no obvious differences and hostility in political opinions. Even if there are any quarrels, they will be discussed on a case-by-case basis. Hold grudges afterwards.

Moreover, looking back on the contact between Chiba and the two consultant elders, there was basically no quarrel. Moreover, in the end, it was the consultant elders who persuaded Qianye. Qianye had no reason not to tell the two of them because of personal affairs.

It was just forced by the situation, or in other words, out of caution, that the information that could have been shared with the two of them was concealed.

Besides, if Chiba was such a petty person, it would be impossible for him to choose Chiba as the only candidate for the Fifth Generation.

"What do you mean by Chiba..."

After hearing these words, Mito Menyan pursed his lips, and the unwillingness in his eyes finally disappeared.

Apparently after hearing what Chiba meant, the unwillingness in his heart quickly dissipated.

"So, what does Chiba mean now? Since you have come back, you should know the current situation of the village and the problems facing the village. Why do you still act secretly?"

In this regard, Xiaochun, who was sleeping in bed, seemed to have a different idea, and he also spoke at this time.

In his words, there seemed to be considerable doubts about Chiba not showing up.

"Chiba must also have difficulties that he cannot tell. After all, he has been pursuing Uchiha Nobuhiko for more than ten years. With his ability, although he did not say it, he has probably faced Uchiha Nobuhiko several times. I’m afraid I have some concerns.”

In this regard, the Third Hokage said so.

His words were full of excuses for Qianye.

No wonder Xiaochun is doubtful.

Chiba's behavior is indeed a bit confusing.

However, although he said that he was excusing Chiba and had absolute trust in Chiba, the Third Hokage himself was somewhat confused about Chiba's current behavior.

Here, the Third Hokage also understood the meaning of Koharu's words about sleeping with him, and he felt the same way.

At this time, Chiba's choice to act secretly was indeed not in line with the norm, or in other words, it was not in line with the current situation.

It can be said that the current Konoha Village is suffering from internal and external troubles, internal manpower shortage, and the problem of lack of support has become more acute. Externally, with Orochimaru and the Allies, it can be said that Konoha has reached a quite crisis situation.

At this time, since Chiba has come back, he should reveal his identity. Even if he does not take over directly, he can still announce that all the affairs of the Chunin Exam will be handed over to him. Although the Kazekage will personally come to the Chunin Exam this time, According to the rules, the Hokage must be the one to receive the reception. At this time, it would not be good for Chiba to announce that he would take over.

But, so what?

With Chiba's prestige and intimidating power, as well as his status as the future fifth generation Hokage, the entire ninja world who has experienced that era should know that if Chiba is allowed to receive the Kazekage, how dare the Kazekage have any objections?

Thinking back then, in Uchiha Madara's eyes, what happened to the first Kazekage?

Chiba's strength and prestige, in this era, are definitely on the level of the first Hokage and Uchiha Madara. A mere Kazekage would not dare to complain. He may even have to maintain a more humble attitude than he does towards the Hokage.

And precisely because of this, as long as Chiba reveals her identity and frankly takes over the affairs of the Chunin Examination, the internal and external troubles Konoha faces will basically be solved.

Now that Chiba is hiding in the dark and giving orders, it seems that he is rather far away from the near.

Moreover, even if there is something unspeakable, what unspeakable secret could make him not even use such a simple method?

After much deliberation, neither the Third Hokage nor Koharu would have thought of it.

"Are you sure it's really Chiba?"

But at this time, after hearing the excuse of the Third Hokage, Koharu became even more suspicious. After a short pause, she said with some suspicion.

"What's the meaning?"

Hearing this, before the Third Hokage could speak, Mito Kadoyan frowned and spoke alertly.

"Hiruzhan, are you really sure this is Chiba? The original Chiba, not the other Chiba?"

After hearing Mito Kadoyan's words, Koharu took a slight breath and said the words she didn't want to say.

"Ah! I'm sure."

And the answer he got was the absolute affirmation of the Third Hokage.

Chiba is definitely still the same Chiba.

Even if his behavior becomes a little unpredictable, the Third Hokage still believes that Chiba is still the same Chiba.

Obviously, the intention of sleeping with Koharu was not that he really suspected that Chiba was someone else's counterfeit, but that Chiba had lost everything due to the Nine-Tails Rebellion and had been pursuing Nobuhiko Uchiha alone in the dark world for so long. , Chiba is no longer the same Chiba.

Yes.

When Koharu went to bed, she was worried that Chiba had changed because of losing everything and walking in the dark world for so long.

He would no longer be Chiba, and would even do something detrimental to Konoha.

And it is obvious that Chiba, who has this possibility, cannot be trusted absolutely, and he should not even be given such huge power.

For Konoha, there have been a lot of things in history, including Uchiha Madara in the distance and Orochimaru and his like nearby.

Even if Chiba has done so many things for the village and gained so much trust, she really can't be trusted too much when encountering such a thing.

Taking the recent example of Orochimaru into consideration, Koharu's consideration was actually quite correct.

However, for the Third Hokage, even though Chiba has only contacted the village unilaterally for so many years, and it is not convenient for the village to contact him, the Third Hokage can feel from the news transmitted back every time that Chiba is still the same Chiba. .

Perhaps because of losing everything, Chiba will inevitably change a little.

But the essence will not change.

He is still the reincarnation of the first Hokage who can burn his life for his friends.

Therefore, here, the Third Hokage also has doubts, but he does not doubt it.

"Forget it, then, is it Chiba's intention to collect intelligence from the surrounding allies and not hesitate to use some more manpower from those who are already nervous?"

Regarding the words of the Third Hokage, Koharu pondered before going to bed. After all, he did not insist on his opinion, but just changed the topic.

Whatever.

Who would hope that Chiba would no longer be Chiba?

Moreover, although Hiruzen misjudged Orochimaru, he did not misjudge the others after all. It is better to believe in his vision.

At this moment, such a thought flashed through her mind.

Who among those present and even in Konoha really wants to believe that Chiba has changed and is no longer the same Chiba?

In this regard, sleeping in Xiaochun is no exception.

"Yes, as long as it involves the Chunin Exams, I no longer give orders. Almost all arrangements are Chiba's idea."

To this, the Third Hokage replied.

"At this time? Has Chiba understood all the situation?"

Hearing this, Mito Monoyan spoke like this.

"Well, Chiba actually pays a lot of attention to the village. He already knew some general situations through contacting ninjas. He also spent time to understand the situation when he came back. In addition, he collected a lot of intelligence outside. Now Everything about the village is already understood very clearly.”

In response, the Third Hokage spoke.

Mito Monobu's question was obviously because he was afraid that Chiba would come back too soon and take over the entire Chuunin exam matter all at once, and that something would go wrong because he didn't understand the situation.

However, this was obviously too much worry. Since he left everything to Qianye, he must know that Qianye could solve it.

As for the current situation in the village, he has naturally made arrangements.

"Then, let's follow Chiba's arrangements."

After hearing this sound, Koharu and Mito Kadoyan, who had gone to bed, no longer struggled with each other and said in relief.

"Um."

In response, the Third Hokage nodded.

"Hiruzhan, Men Yan..."

Afterwards, after feeling relieved, Koharu turned to bed and glanced at Mito Kadoyan beside him, and also at the Third Hokage in front of him, and spoke again.

However, after he opened his mouth, he did not continue speaking directly, but showed a bit of hesitation.

"What's wrong?"

In response to this, the Third Hokage and Mito Kadoyan were both stunned at the same time, and asked subconsciously.

At the same time, his face became serious.

After so many years, they have a very good understanding of Xiaochun's character. She is definitely a leader among women who acts resolutely and decisively. Even many men are far inferior to her.

She showed such obvious hesitation, it was obvious that she was going to say something very important next.

Or, at least, something very important to her.

"When this Chunin Exam is over, I will retire."

And at this moment, Xiaochun, who hesitated for a moment, took a deep breath and declared.

Retire?

Upon hearing these words, both the Third Hokage and Mito Kaden were startled, with a look of astonishment on their faces.

"Yes, it's time to rest. As unknown child said, women always have to live their own life, otherwise..."

However, before they could say anything, Xiaochun raised her eyes when she went to bed. As if she had finally made up her mind and no one could make her change her mind, she said firmly:

"It would be a pity to live such a life."

…

"Are you...really Chiba?"

At this time, on the other side, in the intensive care unit of Konoha Hospital, a middle-aged man with a watermelon head, thick eyebrows and green tights like a trademark slowly raised his head and looked behind him, as if facing a formidable enemy. , said extremely seriously.

At the same time, his pupils reflected the figure standing on the window sill, the silvery black robe making a sound as if he had suddenly arrived.

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