Uchiha Chi realized that Uchiha Fugaku had too many questions to address all at once, so he began his explanation from the period before the founding of Konohagakure and traced history all the way up to the present. By citing various classic examples, he answered Uchiha Fugaku's questions one by one.
He did this deliberately because he wanted not only to completely convince Uchiha Fugaku of his points, but also to make him deeply realize his recent mistakes. Most importantly, he had to make Fugaku see Sarutobi Hiruzen's true face—this was absolutely crucial.
Desperate diseases require drastic remedies. When Uchiha Chi unhesitatingly pointed out that Konohagakure had already begun to go downhill, the statement shocked Uchiha Fugaku, who immediately voiced strong opposition. Fugaku had a clear understanding of Konohagakure's current strength and knew full well that compared to the era of the Second Great Ninja War, the village's power had definitely increased.
Chapter 145