Homura Mitokado wasted no time.
With Hiruzen Sarutobi's permission, the pensions began to be distributed the next day.
Under the onslaught of money, the villagers' emotions were completely calmed.
There was not a single unfavorable word about Hiruzen Sarutobi to be heard.
Several days passed, and Konoha Village was filled with peace.
"Hiruzen, I don't think Kawaki Hatake has any tricks up his sleeve," Homura Mitokado said, sitting in the Hokage's office with his legs crossed, looking quite smug.
Trying to bring down Hiruzen Sarutobi with public opinion? That was underestimating him.
He hadn't even shown his face for so many days. Was he scared?
"Still young," Hiruzen Sarutobi said, the corners of his mouth curving slightly. He wondered if he had overestimated Kawaki Hatake.
Maybe he didn't have any backup plans at all. Perhaps he was now laughing at his own ignorance.
He picked up the tea on the table, took a sip contentedly, and felt extremely at ease.
"Over - estimating one's abilities! Thinking that just because he's powerful, he can do whatever he wants," Homura Mitokado continued.
"If I had known, we shouldn't have let him off so easily after Tanzō's death."
Homura Mitokado brought up the old matter, which was also the source of his unease.
"Let's not talk about the past," Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned. He had been too calculating about Tanzō's death.
He had thought he'd gotten rid of a trouble, but instead, he'd gained an even more troublesome opponent.
"You're not going to let this go, are you?" Homura Mitokado couldn't swallow his anger. He had been on edge for so many days.
"Well, he's a hero of the village after all," Hiruzen Sarutobi said.
"Making some minor mistakes, it can be forgiven."
Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't have the confidence to deal with Kawaki Hatake head - on, but his words sounded quite nice.
"The Uchiha have gone too far with the Police Force," he said.
"My nephew has been complaining to me."
"He can't get into the core positions and has to do all the dirty work every day."
"They're using my money and ordering my people around."
"There's no such good deal in the world."
Hiruzen Sarutobi changed the subject and set his sights on the Uchiha.
Since there was nothing to be done about the Hatake clan, he'd deal with the Uchiha first.
"Fugaku Uchiha is so ungrateful," Homura Mitokado chimed in with his criticism. His repulsive face is really annoying.
If Fugaku were here, he'd probably blast him with Amaterasu[b]Amaterasu[/b] to vent his anger.
"Our people have gotten familiar with the Police Force affairs during this time," Hiruzen Sarutobi said.
"The Police Force is so busy. I think it's necessary to form a separate team."
"It's also a way to relieve the pressure on the Uchiha."
Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled amiably, looking harmless.
It seemed like he was talking about a trivial matter, but in fact, he was about to seize power under the guise of his Hokage status.
"Isn't it too soon?" Homura Mitokado thought for a while and had some doubts.
Forming a new team right away was really disrespectful to the Uchiha.
If there was any conflict, it would be a huge deal.
"I'm not depriving the Uchiha of their rights. I'm just helping them relieve the pressure," Hiruzen Sarutobi said.
"Yan, you're overthinking."
Hiruzen Sarutobi put down the teacup in his hand and glanced furtively at Homura Mitokado.
If the Uchiha were still that lone wolf, he wouldn't have done this.
But now, the Uchiha, who are pinning their hopes on Tsunade, won't cause any big trouble because of this.
"Is it really okay?"
Homura Mitokado still didn't understand the key point. He was quite aware of the Uchiha's strength.
"Chill out. I've got this."
Hiruzen Sarutobi showed a meaningful smile. This time, he'd just collect a little interest first.
One has to get my approval to become the Hokage.
If I don't give it, you can't take it!!
...
Soon, Hiruzen Sarutobi, acting as the Hokage, issued an order that reached the Police Force.
Jiro Mitokado was promoted to the deputy captain of the Police Force without following the normal procedure and was given command of a separate group of people.
This news directly stirred up a hornet's nest among the Uchiha.
Fugaku usually didn't serve in the Police Force, so he didn't immediately see the arrogant looks of those from the Sarutobi clan and the Mitokado clan.
Many Uchiha clan members didn't clash with them. Instead, they suppressed their anger and headed to Fugaku's doorstep.
"Clan leader, you must seek justice for us on this matter."
A small captain of the Police Force handed the Hokage's appointment letter to Fugaku.
His face was red with anger, and his tone was very excited.
"This is just going too far!"
"I'll go find him."
After reading the letter, Fugaku angrily threw it on the ground.
He turned around and was about to head to the Hokage Building.
"Alas~ Don't be in such a hurry."
Kawaki stopped Fugaku, picked up the appointment letter, and even blew the dust off it.
The Uchiha clan members all glared angrily at him. If it weren't for Fugaku's authority, they probably would have spoken rudely to Kawaki.
"What?"
Fugaku was also being patient, forcibly holding back his anger.
He wouldn't have listened to anyone else.
"You gonna go there and make him take back that appointment?"
"Or are you going to kill him?"
Kawaki's two questions left Fugaku stunned.
It was highly unlikely that Hiruzen Sarutobi would revoke the appointment. As for killing the Hokage, that wasn't an option for him at the moment.
"Since he wants this Uchiha Security Force so much, I think we might as well just give it to him from now on."
Kawaki stuffed the appointment letter into Fugaku's hand and even smiled.
"What do you mean?"
"It's not your family's Police Force, so you don't care."
"If you're not willing to take the lead, why are you stopping our clan leader?"
...
Hearing Kawaki suggest that Fugaku give up the Police Force, the Uchiha clan members could no longer bear it.
They were really holding back from just blurting out curses.
"What are you arguing about?"
"Get back."
Fugaku held the appointment letter, looking very unhappy, and shouted at the clan members.
"Clan leader..."
The Uchiha clan members were still dissatisfied and tried to argue their case.
"Go back. I'll make my own decision."
Fugaku calmed down a bit, and his tone became less harsh, but the fierce look in his eyes was still terrifying.
"Yes, clan leader."
Several perceptive clan members dragged the impulsive one away. Soon, only Kawaki and Fugaku were left in front of the door.
"Come inside. I'll talk with you for a while."
Kawaki came here just out of boredom, never expecting to run into such a thing.
Fugaku didn't say a word and stepped into the house.
The two returned to the quiet room where they had been sitting before, and Mikoto served freshly brewed tea.
"So, have you figured it out?"
Kawaki looked at Fugaku, smiling from ear to ear.
He wasn't angry at all. It's not that easy for Hiruzen Sarutobi to cut off his arm, is it?
"I've figured it out."
"When are we going to expose this?"
Fugaku took a sip of tea and completely calmed down.
"Since he has made his move, there's no need to wait."
"I hope he can hold up."
With just one sentence, Kawaki settled the matter.
Mikoto didn't understand and wasn't interested in these things, either.
But there was still a hint of worry in her eyes as she looked at Fugaku.
"Okay."
Fugaku replied in a deep voice and glanced at Mikoto beside him.
"I'm fine. Don't worry."
Forcing a smile, he saw Mikoto's concern.
"Yeah."
Mikoto nodded. She really had the potential to be a good wife and mother.
"What bad luck. I'll bring Tsunade here another day."
Kawaki made a joking remark, and the atmosphere wasn't so dull anymore.
"Haha~"
Fugaku burst out laughing. On the contrary, Mikoto felt a bit shy.
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