Chapter 140: Chapter 140: Division of Power
"Could it be that you don't want to complete the final step with me, the union between a man and a woman?"
Yugao's expression drastically changed. 'Who would want to complete the union with this bad guy?'
Her heart was filled with fear, and she instinctively took a big step back, hurriedly saying, "The training is already over, I should be leaving too."
Then, without waiting for Ryosuke's response, she fled as if escaping.
The other party actually had such a sinister idea. If he forcibly took her to his house, and his strength was obviously much greater than hers, she wouldn't be able to resist at all. The gap in their strength was simply not on the same level.
Ryosuke watched the figure of the fleeing Yugao, feeling delighted in his heart. Sure enough, teasing this kind of person was quite fun and beneficial for physical and mental health.
Even though she didn't truly fall for him and approached with a purpose, trying to investigate the reason for his strength, who else but the Third Hokage would dare have such intentions against him?
'So that old guy still wanted to stir up trouble? But to think he actually sent such a beautiful spy over—truly worthy of being the Third Hokage, well played.'
Thanks to the Third Hokage for sending over a beautiful girl, he would not hesitate to use her to complete the mission of the Many Children, Many Blessings System.
There was no need to treat a spy gently. Next time, he would take her down.
It was getting late; he should also wash up and rest. In the afternoon, the Five Great Clans should be arriving.
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In the afternoon, inside the Uchiha clan's reception room.
The heads of the Five Great Clans arrived as invited. They were Hyuga Clan's head, Hyuga Hiashi, and the heads of the Ino-Shika-Cho trio clans, as well as the Inuzuka Clan's head.
The three clan heads of the Ino-Shika-Cho alliance felt somewhat relieved when they saw that there were others present in the meeting room.
It seemed that the Uchiha Clan was not planning to attack them.
Perhaps they might target their families, but they definitely wouldn't act against the Hyuga Clan's leader.
The Uchiha weren't the kind of clan that was ruthless to the point of madness. After all, the Hyuga Clan had fought alongside them, battling against the Hidden Cloud Village together.
Not to mention, at the previous clan leader meeting, the Hyuga Clan had even spoken in favor of the Uchiha.
At the same time, they were all quite puzzled—why had they been invited here?
Looking at the fragrant tea on the table, was it just to have tea?
That was even more impossible. They were not close friends who would gather for casual tea and conversation.
Fugaku sat at the head seat, while Uchiha Ryosuke sat beside him. Fugaku looked at the assembled clan leaders and spoke, "Thank you all for accepting my invitation. There is an important matter I wish to discuss with you."
Nara Clan's leader, Nara Shikaku, was visibly startled. 'An important matter?'
If it wasn't to eliminate them, then were they trying to recruit them?
At this moment, Hyuga Hiashi spoke up, "Clan Leader Fugaku, may I ask what kind of important matter this is?"
He had a slight guess. 'Could it be an attempt to unite them in overthrowing the Third Hokage?
Fugaku smiled and said, "Actually, our Uchiha Clan intends to reform the Police Force and would like to invite you all to join. What are your thoughts?"
The gathered clan heads were all shocked, but deep inside, they were displeased.
They actually wanted to drag them into the Police Force? Wasn't that just tying them to the Uchiha Clan's chariot?And even making them subordinates—how could they be willing?
This was a completely thankless task.
Even Hyuga Hiashi was internally displeased. "The Uchiha Clan is fully capable of managing the Police Force on its own. There's no need for our involvement, is there?"
Even though the two clans had fought together, he wouldn't choose to be someone else's subordinate. The Hyuga Clan had its own pride. Even if he agreed, his clan members wouldn't accept it.
The other clan heads also began to decline.
Shikaku spoke on behalf of the Ino-Shika-Cho alliance. "Our three clans share the same view. We trust the Uchiha Clan's management of the Police Force."
Akimichi Choza and Yamanaka Inoichi didn't contradict him either. They understood the Uchiha Clan's intentions and were equally displeased.
Even when facing the Third Hokage, they hadn't chosen to submit. And now, the Uchiha wanted them to be subordinate to them? Impossible.
They already had enough freedom—why would they willingly put shackles on themselves and make their lives difficult?
Fugaku didn't show any displeasure but instead calmly said, "It seems I didn't explain clearly, which is why the clan heads are unwilling. Actually, our Uchiha Clan is reforming the Police Force."
"First, we will establish five vice-captain positions, and these positions will indeed hold real authority. We plan to divide the entire village into six large districts. The five additional districts will be fully managed by you."
"Of course, while these districts are under your control, management must follow the Police Force's regulations set by our Uchiha Clan. However, if you believe the regulations are unreasonable, we can discuss them."
"Now, what do the clan heads think?"
This was undoubtedly a sincere offer. The other party should be able to accept it.
Hearing this, the clan leaders' expressions changed. They were actually offering vice-captain positions—meaning they would be second only to Fugaku? And even assigning them entire districts with full authority over those areas?
That meant they would have real power within the Police Force.
Of course, there were some restrictions, such as following the Police Force's regulations, but that wasn't a big issue.
Fugaku had already said they could negotiate the rules, so they could be adjusted if necessary. This seemed trustworthy. They couldn't believe how generous the Uchiha were being.
Previously, Danzo and the Third Hokage had desperately tried to suppress the Uchiha and take away their control over the Police Force.
But now, the Uchiha were willingly giving it up and even offering them a share? What exactly was the Uchiha Clan planning? Could they really be trying to win them over?
But the cost seemed too high.
Hyuga Hiashi was deeply shocked. He hadn't expected the Uchiha to genuinely distribute power—this was real authority.
In Konoha, the Uchiha and Hyuga were both prestigious clans. However, the Uchiha's reputation was far greater than that of the Hyuga Clan.
Even though he was reluctant to admit it, the Hyuga Clan's influence in the ninja world couldn't compare to the Uchiha Clan.
It wasn't just the gap in strength, but also because the Uchiha held major authority over the Police Force. This authority even allowed them to disregard the Third Hokage.
If the Hyuga Clan could gain power in the Police Force, it would greatly enhance their clan's strength and prestige, making them a true ruling noble family.
Honestly, he was tempted, but he wouldn't agree outright. There was no need to appear too eager. So he remained composed and said, "Are you Uchiha really willing to do this?"
The other clan leaders also looked at Fugaku, equally puzzled. Why would the Uchiha willingly weaken their own power? Were they truly trying to recruit them?
Fugaku looked at them and smiled. "Of course, it is for the peace and stability of the village. Our Uchiha numbers are not high, and some members no longer wish to serve in the Police Force."
"To maintain Konoha's peace, we simply don't have enough manpower. The Inuzuka Clan raises ninja dogs, making them excellent at tracking criminals. The Ino-Shika-Cho alliance is also well-suited for police duties."
"The Hyuga Clan's Byakugan is even more advantageous in crime prevention than our Sharingan."
What he said indeed also was not wrong. When discussing with the clan members, there were some clan members who were no longer willing to manage those matters in Konoha Village. These matters made them mentally exhausted.
The portion of people who withdrew, naturally, these quotas could be given to these Five Great Clans.
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