Chapter 226: Proving Innocence
"Who exactly is the killer?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked down at the scroll and said, "A master of Fire Release, especially skilled in infiltration...
"Although Sumi Shimura and Yu Sarutobi were somewhat lacking in strength, killing them and their guards so cleanly requires the skills of at least a Jonin, perhaps even an Elite Jonin.
"Guarding Yu Sarutobi was an Ino-Shika-Cho trio. The combination is excellent in both offense and defense, yet they were killed by Fire Release without even a chance to react..."
After some thought, Hiruzen said, "Among the Jonin of the Senju Clan, there is no one particularly skilled in Fire Release. It doesn't seem like them.
"The Senju Clan's work currently revolves mainly around Konoha Hospital. In terms of combat power, they are not as formidable as they once were.
"Sakumo Hatake's subordinates didn't have the time to commit the crime. River Tiger is stationed at the stronghold toward the Land of Waves, while Yamashiroji and Gekko Shu were both in the village.
"Although Sakumo is ambitious and wants to push his self-righteous policies, he wouldn't go so far as to slaughter his fellow villagers to achieve his goals.
"The Jonin of the Uchiha Clan... could it be the Uchiha Clan?