Chapter 146

"Lord Hokage, what are your thoughts on this?" Uchiha Clan Leader calmly asked Sarutobi Hiruzen.

Sarutobi Hiruzen, sitting in his seat and smoking a large cigarette, pondered the pros and cons in deep contemplation.

"You can rest assured that if you agree, we will follow your lead without question," Uchiha Clan Leader added, offering an additional bargaining chip.

"Well, considering that she is the Eldest Miss of the Sarutobi Clan," Sarutobi Hiruzen continued to voice his concerns.

"Lord Hokage, I understand. I know that Uchiha has some outdated rules and practices that aren't ideal. I will work on changing them when I return. I will start by removing the Uchiha Clan's hideout, starting from the outer city wall," Uchiha Clan Leader assured.

"Alright, that's not an issue. I believe in Fugaku's potential. After the battle, we will proceed with the marriage," Sarutobi Hiruzen responded decisively.

Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't harbor much hatred towards the Uchiha Clan. Unlike Senju Tobirama, who held deep resentment towards the Uchiha due to their centuries-long conflict and the loss of several of his brothers at their hands, Sarutobi Hiruzen's relationship with the Uchiha was different. The Sarutobi Clan and Uchiha had clashed only a few times during the Sengoku period, resulting in little animosity between them. So, when presented with an opportunity to resolve the Uchiha issue, Sarutobi Hiruzen was willing to consider it.

Uchiha Fugaku marrying his niece was his own affair. Sarutobi Hiruzen saw it as an opportunity for himself to exert influence over the Uchiha Clan. He planned to take the lead again, overseeing the discipline of the next generation or marrying some Uchiha women to commoners, ensuring the Uchiha Clan's allegiance to the Hokage lineage. He also saw potential in Namikaze Minato, Jiraiya's disciple, and wished to establish a connection with him. With good relations and support, Uchiha could secure the position of the Rokudaime Hokage.

"Once you return, establish family rules. If the Hokage is absent, ensure the widespread practice of Fire Release Ninjutsu and transform Uchiha shuriken and basic Fire Release techniques into Ninjutsu textbooks," Uchiha Clan Leader made a firm resolution.

Not only was Uchiha Clan Leader scheming, but Sarutobi Hiruzen also had his own ideas. "Damn, the Uchiha are so generous. If I marry another Uchiha girl, will their dowry be even more substantial? Let me think about it carefully. If the marriage is successful, it will bring numerous benefits. With the combined strength of the Senju, Uchiha, Sarutobi, and Shimura, we might even find a way to recruit Hatake. This would ensure stability for future Hokage," Sarutobi Hiruzen contemplated.

"I remember Jiraiya's disciple, Namikaze Minato. He has a student named Uchiha Mikoto. I should arrange for Minato to meet her and have a conversation. I don't believe anyone can block the radiance of our little sun," Sarutobi Hiruzen's mind was active, filled with various plans.

Marriage alone might not be reliable. An alliance through marriage was essential to ensure reliability. Sarutobi Hiruzen thought of the Yellow Emperor Lord, who married three thousand wives alone, gathering influence to suppress the ferocious Chi You. In the battlefield of Kaminari no Kuni, Namikaze Minato, studying diligently under his teacher, suddenly felt a foreboding sense.

Similarly, in Konoha, Uzumaki Mito, learning Sealing Jutsu with Uzumaki Kushina, who was about to inherit the role of the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, felt a sense of unease.

"It feels like my treasure will be divided in half," Kushina expressed her distress to Uzumaki Mito.

Uzumaki Clan possessed powerful senses, and Kushina's instincts were always accurate. It was like when she felt Uzumaki Mito's impending death, prompting Mito to teach her Sealing Jutsu and prepare to receive the Nine-Tails.

"Haha, who would dare to steal our Little Hot Pepper's treasure? They must be seeking death. Don't worry, I'll help you deal with them," Uzumaki Mito comforted Kushina with a smile.

Kushina's reputation as a fierce and fiery individual in Konoha was well-known, and ordinary people simply couldn't handle her.