Naruto: Did i Just Get Reincarnated as Gojo?

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The Third Secret Scroll:

"You may appoint Uchiha Fugaku as the commander of the forces invading the Grass Village, letting him bring some minor Uchiha shock to the ninja world."

"Fugaku-kun..."

Minato nodded; this was also an impeccable answer.

Uchiha Fugaku, a veteran elite Jōnin of Konoha, had enough prestige to lead the strike force.

Although he hadn't earned a title of his own in the ninja world, he was definitely not someone who could be easily defeated.

He might be slightly inferior to Orochimaru, but not by much. Using him to eliminate the resistance forces of the Grass Village and the stationed troops of the Kumogakure was certainly sufficient.

"I chuckle at Kaigetsu-kun's exaggeration; if it's Fugaku, saying he'll bring shock might be a bit much."

"But he does indeed qualify to be the leader of the strike force."

"Moreover, since Kaigetsu-kun didn't mention otherwise, it seems that, at least for now, Fugaku-kun's loyalty to the village surpasses that of Orochimaru."

Minato raised his hand, just about to call in Nara Shikaku, who was waiting outside.

Unexpectedly, before he could do so, his guards returned to the office, holding a thick stack of sealed documents.

"So soon?"

Minato looked surprised.

"Lord Hokage, this is..." Shiranui Genma seemed to be choosing his words carefully to explain this strange situation. "We had just left the Hokage Building when we encountered someone who claimed to be the captain of Gojo-sama's secret intelligence unit."

"He had been waiting for us for a long time, and then handed us this information."

"We took a brief look..." A hint of apprehension appeared in Shiranui Genma's eyes. "Evidence of Orochimaru's forbidden actions."

Is this something a mere member of the Hokage Guard Platoon should be touching?

If the contents were exposed, it could cause an upheaval in Konoha Village!

Even someone like him, not particularly sensitive to politics, could foresee that the influence of the Third Hokage and Danzo-dono might drop to freezing point because of this incident...

The village's power would become more centralized. The ninja clans would take sides more thoroughly.

But who could say whether the Third Hokage and Danzo would willingly let their already dwindling power be further weakened?

Hard to say, dare not think, dare not ask.

Shiranui Genma chose to stop thinking; such taboo matters were not something a small member of the Hokage Guard Platoon should consider.

"I see..."

Although the news came suddenly, Minato calmly accepted the fact.

His close friend, Gojo Kaigetsu, had really calculated everything...

Not only Nara-senpai's nomination list and his own subsequent reactions.

Kaigetsu-kun had confirmed from the beginning that "Orochimaru will definitely defect," but waited until Minato brought it up himself before handing over the evidence.

In that case... he wouldn't let down his friend's good intentions; he would take a look.

"Orochimaru-sensei..."

Minato exhaled deeply and unsealed the documents.

"Um, Lord Hokage, we'll take our leave then?"

"Yes, go ahead."

Minato didn't look up, his sharp eyes fixed on the words in the report: "Sixty people," "Children, civilians, Genin, Chūnin," "Deaths," "Locations..."

These shocking words entered Minato's sight one after another.

Each and every one, unforgivable!

As a ninja who had reached Orochimaru's level, what couldn't he obtain? Why did he have to extend his dark hand towards his comrades in the village? What was he pursuing that led him to such a heinous extent?

Originally, after Orochimaru's death, his name could have been inscribed at the forefront of Konoha's Memorial Stone. But now... Orochimaru had lost the right to have his name left on Konoha's Memorial Stone after death.

After reading the last word described in the intelligence, Minato's eyes were full of disappointment and anger.

Not only Orochimaru; according to this ironclad report, it also subtly pointed out the involvement of Root, led by Danzo.

One after another, they were undermining Konoha!

Konoha's ninjas hadn't died in the ninja wars but were instead betrayed from within.

Clearly, Konoha was on the right path, thriving and getting better and better. Why did some people have to be the "ugliest retrogrades," destroying this harmony?!

How could he govern this village well with these parasites around?!

Minato was utterly furious.

This was the first time since he became the Fourth Hokage that he felt such immense anger.

This anger would inevitably burn onto the remnants of the old era.

Elder Danzo, Orochimaru... even the stubborn small ninja clans that didn't follow orders-did they really think his Flying Thunder God Slash couldn't cut them down?!

Minato had always understood, but he used to be willing to believe in "goodness" and selectively ignored the "calculations."

He was just an ordinary civilian ninja; in terms of achievements, he was not as distinguished as Orochimaru, who had competed with him. What made him gain the support of most ninja clans and civilians?

Perhaps because he was a civilian, an easily manipulated figure; perhaps because he was Kushina's lover and could act as a stabilizer for the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki; or perhaps... after the Third Ninja War, Konoha needed a civilian to become Hokage to unite people's hearts once again.

If he were truly an ordinary civilian, he might have been manipulated like that.

Creating a "shadow behind the throne" in Konoha.

But Minato wasn't; he was a bona fide genius in ninja training. The slight deficiencies in political acumen were also compensated by his close friend.

How could such a Hokage be content to be a puppet?

"I offered you dignity, but you didn't want it... so I'll ensure you have it." Minato's face darkened, murderous intent rising.

For Konoha, and to mold the ideal Konoha he and Kaigetsu-kun envisioned, to make Konoha great again without being dragged down by parasites...

This time, he would take decisive action! Leave none behind, expel all enemies from Konoha!

After the anger subsided, calmness followed.

Minato didn't let anger cloud his judgment; instead, he carefully considered the plan given by Gojo Kaigetsu.

As for Orochimaru, he must be killed as a rogue ninja; not killing him wouldn't appease the people's anger. As for Danzo, he must be punished; not punishing him wouldn't demonstrate authority and justice.

But he couldn't propose it himself.

Minato could deceive Orochimaru into the Hokage's office, arrange fifty executioners, and signal with a thrown military ration pill, letting Orochimaru meet his end in the Hokage Building.

But his identity was too sensitive.

Even though he had served as the Fourth Hokage for a long time, many stubborn factions in the village still yearned for Danzo.

They had also supported Orochimaru in the Hokage election.

Although Minato ultimately won, those opposing voices couldn't be ignored. If Minato personally ordered Orochimaru's immediate execution, and the matter spread, it might turn into:

"The Fourth Hokage is a dictator, eliminating dissidents!"

"The bird is gone, the bow is put away; the Fourth Hokage suppresses his competitors, wanting to turn Konoha into a one-man show!"

"Today it's Orochimaru who dies; will it be Jiraiya's turn tomorrow? The Fourth Hokage wants to eliminate all the elders of the old era!"

"Oppose the Fourth's tyranny! Freedom belongs to Konoha!"

Even though his intention was for Konoha's good, even though he would make the factual evidence public, he couldn't withstand the complexity of people's hearts.

People living in the ninja world always believe what they want to believe.

Conspiracy theorists never lack an audience.

The more he tried to suppress such remarks, the more distorted the conspiracy theories and unofficial histories would become in the future.

"That's why you want the Third Hokage to personally deal with him... that's your idea, Kaigetsu-kun."

"The Third Hokage..."

Minato sighed again.

Although the power struggles in Konoha were complex, those who could sit in the Hokage's position were all devoted to the village. It could be considered a blessing that none who sat in the Hokage's position were evil ninjas driven by personal desires.

The Third Hokage might have some personal desires and emotions, but overall, he was absolutely dedicated to Konoha.

Their philosophies might differ, but their goals were the same.

Orochimaru was the Third Hokage's disciple.

And Minato was the Third Hokage's... grand-disciple?

Having the Third Hokage personally deal with his own disciple was justified; no one could find fault. As for severely punishing Shimura Danzo and stripping him of his position as the head of Root, the Third Hokage could propose it, and the Fourth Hokage could execute it.

Minato believed his teacher wouldn't have chosen the wrong disciple.

If it were the Third Hokage, he could handle it.

Regarding this, Minato still believed the Third Hokage would make the right choice.

The Last Secret Scroll:

"In the plan to blitz the Grass Village, you can cooperate with Iwagakure... as a gesture of goodwill, to prevent Ōnoki from feeling anxious about the situation and triggering the Fourth Ninja War..."

Minato's eyes flickered as he read every word of the last secret scroll left by Gojo Kaigetsu.

"Nara, you may come in."

"Yes."

The two resumed their conversation.

"Lord Hokage, have you considered appointing Orochimaru as the commander of the strike force?"

"It's a good proposal," Minato said ambiguously, "but we still need to further assess Orochimaru's attitude."

"Apart from him, in my opinion, appointing Uchiha Fugaku, the head of the Police Force, to command this operation is also acceptable."

As expected, the Fourth Hokage was still too close to the Uchiha clan.

He didn't understand the principle of balancing various forces, allowing one clan to become too dominant; be careful of being unable to control them!

Nara Shikaku reminded as tactfully as possible: "Lord Hokage, Uchiha Fugaku is responsible for the entire security and defense of Konoha. If he is appointed as the commander of the strike force, he might be stretched too thin."

"Moreover, does Uchiha Fugaku have the ability to swiftly defeat the Grass Ninja and the Kumogakure's stationed troops?"

First, he delineated responsibilities, then questioned abilities. Nara Shikaku attacked on two fronts, trying to block Minato's choice.

However, Minato replied:

"The position of Police Force Chief can temporarily be handed over to another ninja. As for abilities..."

Minato stood up: "As a veteran elite Jōnin of Konoha, Uchiha Fugaku's capabilities are certainly sufficient, and I've already prepared a comprehensive plan for him to ensure the mission's success."

"A plan? What is it?" Nara Shikaku was curious.

Minato pulled over a map of the ninja world, pointing to the location of the Grass Village:

"I will write a letter in my own name to the Third Tsuchikage of Iwagakure, Ōnoki, asking him to dispatch ninjas alongside us, forming a pincer attack to destroy the defensive forces of the Grass Village in one fell swoop."

"If the strength of one village isn't fast or fierce enough, then two villages will combine forces. Because the operation requires speed like lightning, I will name it 'Operation White.'"

Minato's words were like a sudden enlightenment, making Nara Shikaku's mind clear.

Yes, why hadn't he thought of that?

Nara Shikaku's breathing became slightly rapid.

Look at the location of the Grass Village!

The upper part borders Iwagakure, and the lower part borders Konoha. If both villages launch a blitz simultaneously, the Grass Village would be destroyed in an instant.

In the game between great villages, small villages are destined to be sacrificial pawns. Even though they did nothing wrong, they had already become spoils in the mouth of the Fourth Hokage on the map, to be divided by two super great villages.

The only question is whether Ōnoki would agree to such an unorthodox operation?

The answer... most likely, he would!

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