Comparison of the two Hokage: Both ninja worlds are devastated.

His name is Naoto Amane, also known as Naoto Senju. He was the most talented among the children who were separated from Senju back then.

At only twenty-five years old, he had already held the title of a formal Jonin for four years.

Becoming a Jonin at the age of twenty-one seems a bit lacking compared to prodigies like Kakashi Hatake and Itachi Uchiha, who made a name for themselves at the age of twelve or thirteen.

But in reality, this is just a common mistake made by outsiders when commenting on the state of the country.

It's as if you can become awesome just by making others feel worthless.

In the world of true ninjas

Genin are the main focus and the largest group. Whether it's a mission or a war, genin are always the ones who participate the most.

Chunin are already leaders at the level of captain and squad leader.

The number of people and the equipment of the squad are the same as usual, accounting for about a quarter of the ninja group.

Jonin, including Special Jonin, are qualified to be leaders and commanders of a battlefront.

Regardless of age, those who are promoted successfully are considered absolute elites and core members.

Extremely rare

Even in a ninja village like Konoha, where secret techniques and bloodline limits are abundant, the percentage is unlikely to exceed one percent.

On average, only one Jonin or Special Jonin is produced out of every hundred ninjas, which shows how difficult it is.

Becoming a full-fledged Jonin at the age of twenty-one is enough to make him one of the top elites in any ninja village.

They will immediately become key targets for protection and development.

Use one data point for comparison.

Tsunade and Orochimaru became Jonin at the age of nineteen, while Jiraiya became Jonin a little earlier due to his Sage Mode.

In the original ninja world timeline, Minato Namikaze became a Jonin at the age of eighteen.

Naoto Senju is only slightly inferior to these people.

Especially considering that the three wars were fought rather poorly, it is all the more remarkable that they were able to achieve this.

Because Jonin is not only a symbol of strength, but also a symbol of status. It is a high-ranking position, and promotion requires sufficient achievements and a number of missions.

Naoto Amaga's achievement of becoming a Jonin at such a young age is undoubtedly a shot in the arm for the dwindling Senju clan.

In just a few short years, it has become the backbone of the organization and is being given high expectations.

This time, he was the one representing the branch family to meet with Tsunade, a direct descendant.

Soon after, a secret room appeared.

Naoto Senju knelt on one knee before Tsunade and vividly reported on the series of changes in Konoha since the last exchange of information.

After the report was finished, Tsunade neither agreed nor disagreed, but simply nodded slightly.

Directly ordered:

"I need your help to collect and organize all of the Fourth Hokage's actions since he took power. It must be detailed, including both overt and covert matters, even things that are just rumors or hearsay."

After Tsunade finished speaking, she prepared to leave.

Naoto Senju is not only exceptionally talented and powerful, but also incredibly loyal and meticulous in handling all matters, making him a truly versatile individual.

In the past, she always completed the tasks assigned to her exceptionally well.

However, I haven't received a reply for quite some time today.

Tsunade looked down and saw that Senju Naoto looked hesitant, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

"Anything else?"

"Lady Tsunade, there's something I'm not sure if I should say."

"Say what you want to say."

"Actually, the Hokage did a very good job."

Upon hearing Naoto Senju's words, a series of question marks immediately appeared above Tsunade's head.

What the hell?

I thought you had some difficulties or requests, so why are you suddenly praising that guy?

"Although the Fourth Hokage's methods of taking power were a bit too ruthless, I believe he was exceptionally outstanding as Hokage, even comparable to the Second Hokage."

He is insightful and far-sighted, with his own unique perspectives on many things, and in hindsight, he is often proven to be right.

He was always at the forefront on the battlefield, and without him, the three battles would have lasted much longer.

Furthermore, he has a very broad mind. He will not hesitate to train any ninja, whether they are from a clan or a commoner, as long as they have outstanding talent. He has never discriminated against anyone.

Everyone in Konoha likes and supports him.

Naoto Senju's words became increasingly contradictory.

Tsunade initially looked very serious, but after a few sentences, she became increasingly confused and couldn't figure out what the other person was trying to say.

Later, after suddenly realizing what had happened, I was both angry and amused.

She was already upset because of Uehara Siming's strange behavior, and now someone was saying such things to her, making her doubt herself.

He punched Senju Naoto directly, sending him flying against the wall, and roared in an almost screaming voice:

"Stop! What do you mean by that? Do you think I'm going against him? You bastard."

However, after she threw that punch, Naoto Senju visibly breathed a sigh of relief.

Blood was trickling from the corner of his mouth, and his cheek was swollen, but he had completely relaxed and was no longer tense.

He crawled back to Tsunade and reported:

"Lady Tsunade, there are people spreading rumors that you were forced to leave Konoha because you were pressured and ostracized by the Hokage, and because you were dissatisfied with Uehara Shimei."

It was also said that the Fourth Hokage was blinded by power, murdered and slandered the original high-ranking officials, and was the biggest traitor of Konoha. If he continued to be Hokage, the village would be destroyed in his hands sooner or later.

They're making connections, planning to assassinate the Hokage and then elect you as the Fifth Hokage, Senju. Some people have been implicated.

As soon as these words came out.

Tsunade's pretty face, already showing signs of anger, suddenly erupted with a fury a hundred times stronger than before.

Naoto Senju felt completely enveloped by a terrifying killing intent.

It was as if he had seen a mountain of corpses and a sea of ​​blood; in an instant, he was unable to move.

Despite being a Jonin, he had hardly experienced any war, making him a stark contrast to the World War II heroes who led two battlefields.

Tsunade felt like she was about to explode with anger.

His face flushed crimson with extreme shame and rage.

His already mountain-like chest heaved even more violently.

His fists slowly clenched, his knuckles cracking loudly.

"Gather all those people together and say I want to see them. Remember, all of them. No matter what method you use, not a single one is missing, including the Senju clan."

"Yes, I will take care of it immediately."

……

at dusk.

Another, even larger secret place.

More than two hundred people gathered together, their eyes filled with excitement as they stared at Tsunade.

Many of them didn't expect that Tsunade would actually support them.

Thinking back to the miserable five years since Hiruzen Sarutobi was killed, I suddenly felt like I was seeing the light of day again.

Only one Jonin from the Sarutobi clan, who was clearly in charge, frowned and said:

"Lady Tsunade, there are too many people here. Please announce anything as soon as possible, otherwise there may be unexpected events."

Fortunately, Konoha was undergoing a major infrastructure construction project, and things were rather chaotic during this period. As soon as Gou Ze gathered, someone probably noticed him.

"Uehara Shinmei is not someone to be trifled with. Given his ruthlessness, if he were discovered, you might be implicated as well."

Jonin Sarutobi spoke earnestly.

If they really were plotting something, it would certainly be a prudent strategy.

However, Tsunade seemed to ignore him, and instead turned to look at Naoto Senju and said:

"Is everyone here?"

"Everyone in the village has arrived, and more than a dozen are on missions, but I have the list here."

Tsunade nodded, then turned to face Jonin Sarutobi.

Ask as calmly as possible:

"I'd like to hear your plans for assassinating the Fourth Hokage. Are you really going to rely on this trash?"

Before Jonin Sarutobi could even speak, another excited voice rang out from the side.

"Poison, Lady Tsunade, it's poison."

No matter how strong Shangyuan Siming is, she still needs a place to use her abilities and a way to demonstrate them.

I was originally planted in the village by Elder Shimura, and I know that Lord Danzo possesses many strange poisons.

Furthermore, some of the items were not discovered by the village because the higher-ups were killed before they could be reported after the collection was completed.

Our plan is to first place a spy by Uehara Siming's side.

After gaining enough trust, they would put a specially prepared poison, deadly enough, into his food.

To prevent any unforeseen circumstances, if the poisoning succeeds, immediately attack Konoha Hospital, destroy all medicines, and kill all doctors, pharmacists, and medical ninjas.

Once Uehara Siming dies, his subordinates, whom he forcibly gathered through force, will immediately collapse. At that time, you only need to raise a rallying cry, and taking over will be a piece of cake.

"good, very good, excellent."

Tsunade laughed loudly, gritting her teeth, her whole body trembling.

She clenched her fists, a high concentration of chakra gathering in her fists and feet, radiating a dangerous aura.