Chapter 528 Horror Story: A large number of Uchiha escaped!
"What, you said the number of Uchiha bodies is wrong?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at the ANBU kneeling at the door, and his sleepiness disappeared.

There's no way, this news is too shocking.

Last night, I thought the entire Uchiha clan was wiped out by Itachi, leaving only Sasuke.

Later, due to the explosion, it became extremely difficult for them to count the bodies, and there were too many things to do, so they did not focus on this.

But now we realize that the body count is wrong?

Even if the bodies were blown to pieces and buried by explosive talismans, it would not be difficult to count them.

After all, those detonating tags were placed in various places in the Uchiha clan's territory, not on the corpses, so there was no way to completely destroy the corpses, but at least we could know the approximate number.

If there were one or two missing, they might not be able to be counted due to the explosion, but if there were too many, how stupid would Konoha have to be to not notice?

"Yes, there are more than a few hundred bodies missing!"

The Anbu bowed his head and reported.

If it wasn't such an important matter, how could they dare to come and wake up the Hokage just after he had rested.

"Go notify a few advisory elders to come to the Hokage building immediately!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen instantly thought of the consequences of this information and gave the order.

Things are serious!
If the Uchiha clan was wiped out and only Sasuke was left, things would be easy.

But if Sasuke wasn't the only one left, and a large number of Uchiha escaped, then this 'only' orphan would no longer be conclusive evidence.

If it were just that, it would be fine. Those Uchiha who escaped from Konoha could simply deny it and could engage in a propaganda war with the other side.

The problem is… hatred!
Those Uchiha must have a deep hatred for the village.

After all, although the village did not directly participate in the genocide last night, anyone with a common sense could guess that the village must have condoned it.

Otherwise, no one would believe that in such a long time, no one had entered the tribe’s territory to check.

Not to mention, it doesn't look like Uchiha Itachi could create that poisonous fog alone.

All in all, there are indeed a lot of loopholes.

In this case, the Uchiha who escaped might be an 'Avenger'.

Thinking of the large number of Uchiha who would hate Konoha in the future, Sarutobi Hiruzen felt a chill down his spine.

Although he has been trying every means to suppress the Uchiha, he can also easily control the strong people in the other clan.

But that's because the Uchiha are a member of Konoha and are subordinate to the Hokage himself.

If the other party really stands on the side of the enemy, it would be too dangerous.

Thinking of this, Sarutobi Hiruzen quickly changed into his uniform and prepared to go to the Hokage Building.

When passing by the living room, he saw his little son drinking tea.

"Asuma, you performed well last night. If you want, you can come to the Anbu to help me. Think about it first and answer me later!"

He gave a compliment and also extended an invitation.

After the other party came back from quitting the Guardian Ninja, he seemed like a different person.

Not only did he stop being rebellious, but he became extremely hardworking and also showed great talent, which made him feel at ease to hand over some things to him, and he even wanted him to join the Anbu to help him share some of the pressure.

It can be said that now Sarutobi Hiruzen regards the other party as the future hope of the Sarutobi clan, and his attitude towards him will change drastically.

Of course, Sarutobi Hiruzen also had some areas that he was dissatisfied with.

That is, the other party seems to rarely go to see Xi Ri Hong.

He was extremely satisfied with the daughter of Xi Ri Zhen Ku, so he acquiesced to some small actions.

But now that his youngest son is back, he has no contact with the other party, which naturally makes him worried.

But in the end he didn't say much, but went out directly.

Only after Sarutobi Hiruzen left did Asuma put down the tea set and looked up, his eyes flashing with undisguised ambition and hatred.

Yes, Asuma really turned evil.

Since then, he hated this dirty world, so he wanted to become stronger and take revenge on the world after becoming Hokage.

Of course, the number one enemy is naturally the Shell Organization.

He still chose to ask Danzo, and paid a heavy price for it.

Well, he really didn’t expect that the other party was the same as his old man… No wonder he never got married in his life.

However, Asuma seemed to have opened the door to a new world.

It was precisely because of this that he did not look for Hong afterwards, but instead focused all his energy and time on improving his own strength.

As the son of the Hokage, he has teachers and resources at his fingertips. As long as it is worth the hard work, growth will naturally not be difficult.

Of course, it is also because his chakra has undergone a qualitative change that the growth rate is so exaggerated. Otherwise, no matter how hard he works and how much resources he invests, it would be impossible for him to grow so fast.

He took out a handkerchief and wiped his fair right hand carefully. Mysophobia!

Now he has this problem that he never thought of before.

You know, he used to be good at smoking and bullying... but now, let alone smoking, he can't even tolerate a little stain on his body.

Of course, if it is for a mission, that’s another story.

"Shell tissue!"

An extremely fine wind blade appeared in Asuma's hand and tore the handkerchief into pieces, as if this was the Shell Organization.

the other side!
Hokage's office.

Danzo, Utane Koharu, and Mito Kado En, who had received the notice, had already arrived in advance.

None of them complained about why they were called back again less than a few hours after they went back to rest.

Because they knew very well that if it was not an extremely important matter, they would not be forced to come, and there were no "outsiders", not even the military advisor Nara Shikaku.

After Sarutobi Hiruzen entered the office, he spoke without any hesitation.

"There's something wrong with the Uchiha bodies. There are over a few hundred missing, and the Anbu are still counting them!"

And these words were like a cold wave, freezing the air in the office.

They were silent for a while before they digested this information.

Big trouble!

The thought came into their minds at the same time.

If it was just one or two Uchiha, they wouldn't care.

Anyway, they have the Uchiha orphans in their hands, so they have the righteousness. Even if a small number of Uchiha escape, it will not be a problem for them to control and slander them in any way they want.

But if there are more than several hundred Uchiha, then the voice of a single orphan of the Uchiha clan leader may not be louder than the other side.

What is more crucial is the potential of the Uchiha. Once those Uchiha grow up, it will be too scary for Konoha.

"Could it be God..."

Utane Koharu spoke in a low voice.

"No, no, absolutely impossible!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen directly denied the three consecutive times, and at the same time, his eyes exuded a scorching heat that could burn people, suppressing the next words of Utatane Koharu.

Yes, let alone talking about this, you can’t even think about it.

If it was before the Third World War, when White Fang was still alive and the Three Ninjas supported the heyday of Konoha, there would be nothing to say, just investigate directly, and make the other party pay the price no matter who it is.

But now?
Not only was the grass on White Fang's grave several feet high, but one of the three ninjas had defected, one was missing, and one had wandered to a very far place. None of them were in the village anymore.

And not only that, the Uchiha family, one of the pillars of the village, also collapsed.

At this time, how could one dare to doubt a force that had more than 2,000 registered ninjas and more than one Kage-level warrior?

Therefore, Sarutobi Hiruzen’s meaning has been expressed very clearly.

In any case, this matter cannot and is not allowed to be related to the castle tower.

Of course, even if the result is decided first, the truth still needs to be investigated.

"Didn't we order Team 404 to return to the village? Do we still need to continue?"

Mitomon En stated a fact.

That was last night, after they had discussed it, they issued the transfer order.

Given the efficiency of a ninja, the other party might be on his way here.

If this incident is related to the other party, then this order is terrible.

"No, we must not let him return to Konoha!"

Danzo was the first to voice his objection.

Yes, he also thought of the dangerous places.

If this incident is related to him, letting him return to Konoha is simply inviting a wolf into the house.

"That's right. Issue another order and have them 'guard' the castle tower from now on. They are not allowed to return to the village without orders!"

Naturally, Utane Koharu agreed with Danzo's idea at the first opportunity.

She didn't want to see the other person either.

While they were discussing, Kakashi entered the office.

He was in charge of investigating Uchiha affairs and now he was here to report.

(End of this chapter)