When Hiruzen Sarutobi was preparing to make arrangements for Hyuga Kaze, he had no idea that Hyuga Kaze had started making arrangements for Asuma much earlier, and even for the entire Sarutobi clan.

After parting ways with Anko and the others, Hinata Kaze observed Asuma returning home drunk.

On a sudden inspiration, he transformed into Asuma, pretended to be drunk, and loudly proclaimed his ambition in the busiest street in Konoha at night.

"The Konoha border guards are a bunch of incompetent bastards. They actually let the barbarians from the Cloud Village breach their stronghold."

"I, Asuma! Soon I will lead two thousand clan disciples to the border, and with the might of our Sarutobi clan, defeat the Cloud Ninja and drive those barbarians out completely!"

Such righteous and awe-inspiring words naturally attracted a lot of attention, drawing a large crowd, with some even applauding and cheering.

Although some people felt that it was too exaggerated for a clan to have two thousand ninjas, and wondered if the rumors that the Hokage had denied were true, these doubts were simply drowned out by the sheer number of people.

Once the situation calmed down a bit, everyone discovered that "Sarutobi Asuma" had simply vanished.

Even so, the crowd remained noisy and discussed for a long time before dispersing.

Overnight, the news spread throughout Konoha that the Sarutobi clan had rallied to fight against the Cloud Ninja, having already mobilized two thousand ninjas, led by the young clan leader Sarutobi Asuma, to the border to fight the invasion.

This involves the power of Hyuga Kaze spreading his message everywhere under different identities, as well as the enthusiastic assistance of some ninjas with mysterious backgrounds, whose origins are unclear—whether they come from ninja clans or Root.

Even the Anbu assumed that Asuma had acted impulsively and hadn't reported it in time.

In short, with the help of a group of enthusiastic people, Asuma, still drunk, became famous throughout Konoha in a short period of time.

Some of the more excited villagers even ran directly to the Hokage Building and shouted Asuma's name, as if saying, "If Sarutobi Asuma doesn't come out, what will become of Nagoya?"

Inside the Hokage Building, Hiruzen Sarutobi had already received the news. Although he remained expressionless, he was secretly so angry that his chest ached.

Hearing the chaotic shouts outside, Hiruzen Sarutobi became even more annoyed, his brows furrowing so deeply they were almost knotted together!

He couldn't concentrate on his work at all; all he wanted to do was go home and beat that unfilial son to death!

As soon as Hiruzen Sarutobi stepped out of the Hokage Building, a group of Konoha villagers surrounded him, some even shouting praises for raising such a good son.

Hiruzen's teeth were practically grinding to powder, but he still forced a smile as he responded to the Konoha villagers.

At that moment, a discordant voice suddenly rang out amidst the cheers and applause.

"Lord Hokage, has the border been breached by the Cloud Ninja?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi answered quite naturally, downplaying the issue: "Please rest assured, everyone. Although there are indeed conflicts on the border, with Konoha's strength and resources, we are capable of handling any challenge!"

No sooner had he finished answering than other voices arose from the crowd: "Lord Hokage, is it true that Asuma is going to the front lines? Is the Sarutobi clan really going to send two thousand ninjas to the front lines?"

I don't care if that unfilial son dies!

Hiruzen Sarutobi wanted to answer that way, but he held back and explained in a tone that was both proud and worried.

"Asuma has been inspired by the Will of Fire since childhood, and he has always been very enthusiastic in his dealings with others. I am very pleased and supportive of his desire to contribute to Konoha!"

After pausing and grinding his teeth, Hiruzen continued, "It's just that Asuma is too young and doesn't know what's important. Actually, Konoha is preparing to send a team of two thousand people, and Asuma is in it. Although he may not be able to play a big role, we still hope that he can contribute some strength to Konoha."

"Well done, Asuma! Well done, Sarutobi Clan!"

Upon hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, a burst of enthusiastic shouts erupted from the crowd, interrupting Hiruzen's speech.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had to wait until the villagers calmed down a bit before continuing, "As for the Sarutobi clan, some of the reinforcements are indeed Sarutobi clan ninjas, but the Sarutobi clan alone doesn't have two thousand ninjas."

"Asuma was drunk and confused before going to the battlefield, and he just talked nonsense. Of course, the Sarutobi clan's contribution to Konoha is second to none, and they will definitely send people. Specific personnel information cannot be disclosed, as it involves the confidentiality of combat intelligence."

His grand and eloquent words garnered a wave of praise, with cheers erupting from the crowd such as "The Hokage is wise," "Young Master Asuma is so brave," and "The Sarutobi Clan is awesome." The lively and noisy atmosphere made it seem as if Konoha had completely defeated the Cloud Ninja.

Faced with the enthusiasm of the Konoha villagers, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt for the first time the terrifying power of this force. In the past, he had always been the one to incite, no, to mobilize the Konoha villagers to do righteous things.

Unexpectedly, this time it was his and the Sarutobi family's turn to be forced by the villagers' will to do the cause of justice. This feeling of being unable to control one's own destiny was terrible!

After a while, the crowd in front of the Hokage Building finally dispersed. On their way back, the villagers continued to praise the Hokage and the Sarutobi clan for their noble character.

They all said they would go back and help promote the Hokage, so that more people would know about the greatness of the Hokage and the Sarutobi clan!

After calming down the agitated Konoha villagers, Hiruzen Sarutobi, filled with anger and frustration, stormed towards the Sarutobi clan's territory.

As they left with the crowd, Anko remarked to Hinata and Kaze, "I never expected Asuma to be so passionate!"

They had just been on the outskirts of the crowd when they heard Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, and were deeply impressed by the Hokage and his clan's bravery.

Hyuga Kaze also laughed and said, "Yes, it's really exciting! As expected of the Hokage's son, he has a high level of awareness. He knows he should take on more responsibility without being told. I think no matter how many difficulties and challenges lie ahead, Asuma will forge ahead and win honor and victory for Konoha."

When he said this, Hinata Kaze had a dignified and solemn expression.

Kurenai looked at Hinata Kaze suspiciously. Based on her experience, when this man was so serious and earnest, he was lying. Just like when he made up excuses to trick her into wearing certain special clothes before!

Hyuga Kaze was obviously lying; he found the trouble that Asuma and the Sarutobi clan would encounter very interesting.

"Now you shouldn't have the energy to cause me any trouble, Asuma!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi charged home in a rage, each step feeling like he was stepping on raging fire, causing his inner flames to surge wildly.

Knowing that Asuma had not yet gotten up, Hiruzen Sarutobi rushed straight into Asuma's room.

When the door opened, he saw a drunken, confused man!

"Old man, why are you back?"

Asma seemed to have just gotten up; his body was still a little unsteady, and his eyes were filled with confusion as he looked at his father.

Seeing this good-for-nothing, Hiruzen Sarutobi's anger doubled, and he slapped him across the face, cursing, "You unfilial son, how can you be so disgraceful to your father?!"