Chapter – 778 Shisui’s Stand

After the matter was resolved, the group of Jonins except for Kuroto returned back to the village together.

On the way back, Asuma recalled the strange scene from a while ago where Shisui waited for Kuroto's instruction, and couldn't help but ask him, "Shisui, the situation was so dangerous back then… why did you wait for Kuroto's instruction? Shouldn't you have stopped those three creatures immediately?"

Walking beside Guy, Kakashi looked at Shisui with a thoughtful expression, waiting for the young Uchiha's response.

It wasn't just Kakashi, the other Jonins such as Kurenai, Guy, and Anko also cast curious glances at Shisui.

Although that moment was very short, it left a deep impression on everyone.

It is well known that Shisui and Kuroto have a good friendship, however, no one imagined that Shisui would obey Kuroto's instructions to such an extent that he would put Kuroto's instruction on higher ground compared to the life of the son of the Patriarch of the Uchiha Clan!

This can no longer be explained with just friendship, this is how superiors and subordinates operate! It is as if Shisui is completely loyal to Kuroto, and he puts Kuroto's instruction above everything!

True, Shisui works under Kuroto as the vice-principal of the Konoha Ninja Academy, but that doesn't make him Kuroto's subordinate, he doesn't need to be so loyal to Kuroto.

What's more, Shisui is considered to be the strongest Ace on the side of the five great nations against Akatsuki, having such strength, Shisui doesn't have to follow Kuroto's instructions at all, yet he does, making others wonder why.

Faced with everyone's doubts, Shisui answered with a sheepish smile, "Since Kuroto-san was present with us, there was no danger, to begin with, and I only needed to follow his instructions."

Asuma was confused, and asked, "What do you mean?"

Shisui shook his head, and answered, "I mean I have trust in Kuroto-san's judgment. Since Kuroto-san wasn't worried, it just meant that there was nothing to worry about."

"You really trust Kuroto, don't you?" said Asuma, and asked in a casual tone, "What if, one day Kuroto asks you to deal with the Uchiha Clan… what will you do?"

Kakashi said with a frown, "Asuma, this is no longer a joke!"

Asuma pouted and shook his head apologetically.

He too realized that he asked something that shouldn't be asked in any situation. But he can't help it, as the son of Hokage, he really wants to know Uchiha Shisui's stand. Shisui is the strongest shinobi in Konoha, his stand is very important because of various reasons.

Although the conflict between the Hokage faction and the Uchiha Clan is no longer as sharp as it was after the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox's Attack, the distrust still exists and there are no signs of it disappearing.

It was only because of the huge external pressure that had prompted the two sides to put aside their differences and compromise with each other. Although this compromise worked and the internal struggle disappeared, the problem wasn't resolved from the root. Unless the fundamental problem is solved, the distrust will not disappear, and unless the distrust disappears, the conflict may erupt at any unexpected turn of events.

The main reason for the contradiction is still the same as it was a decade ago, the throne of Hokage!

Four Hokages have appeared in Konoha so far, yet none of the Hokage comes from the Uchiha Clan, as one of the two founding clans of Konoha, the Uchiha must have a Hokage, yet they don't.

Although the Uchiha Clan is calm and silent for a few years, the desire to have their clansmen become the next Hokage has not disappeared.

What's more troublesome is that in this era, the Uchiha Clan has thrown off all the other shinobi clans of Konoha. This has led many people to believe that the next Hokage will definitely come from Uchiha Clan, no one can stop this from happening!

But the Hokage faction is unlikely to give the position of Konoha's next Hokage to the Uchiha Clan.

Both sides have their intentions quite clear, and this can once again cause a conflict between the two sides.

In such a situation, Uchiha Shisui's stand is very critical.

Therefore, Asuma wants to know, 'Which side will Uchiha Shisui stand on if there is a conflict between the Hokage Faction and the Uchiha Clan.'

Faced with Asuma's unexpected question, at first, Shisui was taken aback and said with a chuckle, "Asuma-san you really know how to joke. Kuroto-san will never instruct me to do something of this sort." Then he paused, and continued with a solemn expression, "But if he does give such an instruction… it would mean that no other option is left, and if that's the case, then I will trust his judgment and follow the order."

"You… what?!" Asuma was taken aback by Shisui's response. For a moment he even wondered if he heard it incorrectly.

It wasn't just Asuma, Kakashi and the others were also stunned. Shisui's words imply that between the village and the clan, he would undoubtedly choose the village. But before they can give any response, they realize that Uchiha Itachi is also present beside Shisui! Who is Uchiha Itachi? He is the heir of the Uchiha Clan! The very clan that Shisui would eliminate if there is a need!

Realizing that the heir of the Uchiha Clan is also with them, Asuma was worried, 'I shouldn't have asked such a question from Shisui in Uchiha Itachi's presence.'

He didn't even dare to imagine the consequences if this conversation reached the ears of the Uchiha Patriarch. It won't be just the Sarutobi Clan, even Uchiha Shisui and his father will be put under extreme pressure. Of course, he won't be spared either, the Uchiha Clan will start to target him too!

Asuma felt that he should resolve this matter as just a joke, and wanted to talk to Itachi about it, however before he could say anything, Itachi suddenly raised his head and said in a determined tone of voice, "If it reaches that point, I too will help Shisui-san."

Everyone, "???"

…

In the next few days, the topic of discussion in the village was the 'little' duel of the academy students.

The information about Uchiha Sasuke signing a contract at Mount Myoboku spread all over the village. Not just Sasuke, but the news about Hyuga Neji acquiring a giant Summon also spread like wildfire.

Everyone was discussing the three rising stars of Konoha and their powerful Summons.

The villagers were curious to know which of the three Summons was stronger. Some believed that it would be the giant red snake, some favored the toad, while others sided with the wild boar. As for who exactly is the strongest? That's something we might never know.

As this topic continued to ferment in the village, the atmosphere on the grounds of Hyuga started to become weirder and weirder.

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Hyuga Clan

Several members of the branch family had gathered and they were discussing the matter of Neji's summon.

"Did you know? That wild boar was given to Neji by Kuroto-sama!"

"I didn't know that Kuroto-sama had such a powerful Summon. I have never seen him use it before."

"Hmm, that is true… perhaps, he never felt the need to use it."

"Maybe… but do you know, the main family is very upset in regards to Neji's Summon?"

"Why are they upset? It was given to him by Kuroto-sama, and Kuroto-sama found the summon himself, they had nothing to do with it."

At this time, a cold voice came from behind, "Humph… what are you people discussing?"

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