Chapter 352

But Sarutobi Hiruzen obviously did not have such ability and skill, and he was also quite sensible, knowing that he could not control an aircraft carrier like Konoha by himself.

So he was willing to weaken the authority of the Hokage and abandoned the unrealistic idea of "one-man rule." He devolved certain powers to Mitokado Homura, Utatane Koharu, and Shimura Danzo.

Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu each obtained the power to handle part of the political affairs and obtained the position of "Hokage Advisor."

"Advisor" is actually exercising part of the Hokage's authority on behalf of Sarutobi Hiruzen.

And Shimura Danzo established the darkest violent organization in Konoha—Root.

This arrangement of power, both civil and military, not only divided and won over the three, but also made the three owe Sarutobi Hiruzen a big favor.

After happily accepting Sarutobi Hiruzen's appointment, the four formed a close group with Sarutobi Hiruzen as the core.

They all understood that in the vast ocean of Konoha, if they did not huddle together for warmth, they would easily be drowned by Konoha's seawater.

The four were all disciples of the Second Hokage, and behind each of them was the support of a small or medium-sized ninja clan; coupled with Sarutobi Hiruzen's name of "righteousness," they barely had the confidence to sit firmly in the position of Hokage.

Originally, whenever a major change occurred in Konoha, the Hokage would only consult or notify major ninja clans like Senju, Hyuga, and Uchiha.

In order to obtain the support of other small and medium-sized ninja clans, Sarutobi Hiruzen even included the heads of these small ninja clans in the scope of supreme power.

Every time there was a major decision, he began to consult the suggestions of small ninja clans like Yamanaka, Akimichi, Nara, Aburame, Inuzuka, etc., gave these small ninja clans a voice, and began to support the development of these small ninja clans.

Konoha's space and resources are limited; if small ninja clans want to develop, they must obtain space from other places.

Where should this space be obtained? The answer is very simple—that is, from behemoths like Senju, Hyuga, and Uchiha.

Since then, Sarutobi Hiruzen used the contradictions between small ninja clans and large ninja clans to win over most people within Konoha to his side.

At the same time, he also began to spare no effort to divide the Hyuga and isolate the Uchiha.

Everything Sarutobi Hiruzen did was because he was afraid that the Uchiha and Hyuga would affect the stability of his position as Hokage.

Since then, every time there was a major event, Sarutobi Hiruzen would first unify opinions with the three Second Generation disciples.

It was beautifully called "Hokage Brain Trust."

Then he would summon all the heads of the ninja clans, issue the orders discussed by the Hokage and his "brain trust," and make some adjustments in details, distribute benefits, and unify orders.

Finally, the Jonin meeting was convened.

The resolutions discussed by Konoha's high-level officials such as the Hokage, Hokage Advisors, heads of ninja clans, and Root Commander were announced.

Konoha's Jonin generally only had the right to execute orders.

And at this moment, Salamander Hanzo declared war on Konoha, and Sarutobi Hiruzen also convened the three "old partners" as usual to unify opinions first and discuss countermeasures.