Kakashi's expression changed instantly.
His lazy, lifeless eyes immediately sharpened like knives, and a towering killing intent burst forth from his entire body.
Without any hesitation, he wanted to charge forward.
But, unfortunately.
Seeing the bad situation, Yamato immediately hugged Kakashi.
"Kakashi, don't be impulsive!"
"This is just a rumor. Everyone knows in their hearts that you're definitely not that kind of person."
"Yūgao, help out!"
Yamato quickly spoke, his forehead covered in cold sweat.
He wouldn't dare let Kakashi charge forward, otherwise, things would truly escalate.
And, regarding this.
Yūgao Uzuki, who had reacted, also quickly stopped Kakashi: "Don't do anything foolish. Rumors only get worse the more you try to explain them. Kakashi, you'd best pretend you don't know, otherwise, if you go to argue, it will only make things worse."
Kakashi's eyes were bloodshot.
He trembled all over with anger. This rumor was truly too much; it was simply an insult to him!
He was willing to let go of his hatred because he had the Village in his heart!
He didn't want to see civil strife in the Village; otherwise, how could a shattered Konoha deal with attacks from other Villages?
But, damn it.
Because the enemy was too strong, I severed my father-son relationship with my father, and even told my father in his grave to find someone else to avenge him!
Ah!
Thinking of this, Kakashi felt like he was about to explode!
However.
Facing the obstruction of his two companions, he still managed to calm down.
Finally.
Yamato forcibly took Kakashi home, while Yūgao Uzuki went to the Hokage Office to briefly explain the situation and casually requested leave for Kakashi.
And, in response.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, sitting behind his desk, furrowed his brows tightly, smoking silently while deep in thought.
Trouble!
He didn't even need to imagine it; this was definitely a move from the Uchiha side.
But he hadn't expected that the Uchiha would give up targeting him and choose to act against Kakashi instead?
What should he do?
His mind was a mess. The Police Force matter hadn't been resolved, and now Kakashi's situation had caused another problem, and the methods used were utterly shameless.
Yes!
After truly understanding the content of the rumor, he instantly perceived the Uchiha's strong malice.
However, alas!
After a helpless sigh, he had no good solution.
After all, Danzo's attempt to overturn the table failed, and Uchiha Jin didn't come to the Hokage Building, which was already good enough for him.
"Leave? Approved!"
"You and Yamato should also rest for a few days and accompany Kakashi."
"Go."
Hiruzen Sarutobi made his decision.
He needed to temporarily stabilize Kakashi and prevent him from doing anything rash; after all, for the current Konoha, Kakashi was considered a top expert.
No choice!
The current Konoha was arguably at its weakest.
And, regarding this.
Yūgao Uzuki was quite happy, as the current Anbu work gave her a severe headache just thinking about it.
Being able to rest for a few days was a good thing for her.
"Yes, Hokage-sama!"
Yūgao Uzuki bowed and withdrew.
And shortly after she left, Hiruzen Sarutobi summoned his companions.
Danzo kicked open the Hokage Office door. His face was still slightly pale, clearly, after hearing the rumors about Kakashi, he immediately jumped out of his sickbed and rushed here as quickly as possible.
"Hiruzen, give the order!"
"Kakashi is already unstable. Transfer him to my Root."
"I will train him into a powerful weapon that strictly obeys orders and is truly willing to die for the Village!"
Danzo was direct and stated his intention.
Yes!
He had long had his eyes on Kakashi, but Hiruzen Sarutobi's obstruction had prevented him from achieving his wish.
This matter today was simply perfect!
It perfectly gave him an opportunity, an excuse to take Kakashi into his fold.
Upon hearing this, Utatane Koharu couldn't help but speak: "Danzo makes a lot of sense. Kakashi can no longer be trusted."
"Joining Root would also be a good outcome." Homura Mitokado also spoke directly.
And, regarding this.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's face was full of dark lines!
Join Danzo's Root?
This guy Danzo was obsessed with the Hokage position; he even tried to assassinate him when he reassumed the Hokage position.
Kakashi was almost one of Konoha's strongest Ninja at this stage; just hand him over to that scoundrel Danzo?
Heh.
Was he impatient to die?
"Enough! Don't even think about it!"
"Kakashi is a person with the Will of Fire; he can only live in the light. I will never agree to him joining Root!"
"Danzo, give up!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi was resolute.
Upon hearing these words, Danzo immediately spoke coldly: "Hiruzen, you will regret this!"
"Danzo, I am the Hokage!" Hiruzen Sarutobi blurted out.
Danzo gritted his teeth, trembling with anger.
Hokage!
It was that damned Hokage again!
If he hadn't been a step too late back then, perhaps it would be Danzo himself saying these words now!
So, hmph!
Danzo snorted coldly and turned to leave.
Seeing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately couldn't help but say: "Danzo, wait!"
"What is it?" Danzo turned his head.
Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep breath: "The Uchiha have made another move. We need to discuss what to do."
Yes.
The Police Force matter hadn't been resolved, and now problems had arisen with Kakashi.
Since Danzo's attempt to overturn the table failed, they naturally had to find a way to resolve it.
But, unfortunately.
Regarding Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, Danzo merely said calmly: "I'm seriously injured right now, so I need to go back and recuperate for a while. You all handle this matter yourselves."
"You are Hokage-sama; I'm not some Hokage!"
He was full of disdain!
The Uchiha's move primarily affected Hiruzen Sarutobi.
When the sky falls, the tallest person bears it, and now Hiruzen Sarutobi was that tallest person.
Why should he worry himself?
He wouldn't even give him Kakashi, yet he still expected him to take the blame for him?
Heh, he's dreaming!
After speaking.
Danzo, leaning on his cane, immediately left the Hokage Office, slamming the door shut.
Bang!
Accompanying the loud sound, Hiruzen Sarutobi's face was full of dark lines.
Good heavens!
Was Danzo giving up too?
What should he do?
Hiruzen Sarutobi subconsciously looked at his two old friends beside him, and after a moment of contemplation, he sighed helplessly.
He shook his head, not even bothering to ask more!
Because he knew better than anyone how useless these two old friends were.
"Forget it, you two go back!"
"Control the public opinion in the Village. I'll think about the rest."
Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand.
And, regarding this.
Homura Mitokado: "..."
Utatane Koharu: "..."
The two couldn't help but exchange glances, feeling as if they had been insulted.
No choice!
Hiruzen Sarutobi's actions were practically ignoring them.
But, similarly.
They truly had no solution, so even if they were unhappy, they could only leave helplessly!