The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

For example, the Taketori Neko joins the Akatsuki organization.

For example, the postponement of Minato Namikaze's succession to the Hokage position.

"Oh, right, there's one more piece of news."

Ao said, "Kakashi Hatake of Konoha obtained a Thunder God Sword, which is said to be the sword that the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, carried with him. It is extremely sharp and has the power of lightning."

"After obtaining the Thunder God Sword, Kakashi Hatake's strength increased greatly."

"Not only did he defeat Kurihara Kohachi, but he also gained the upper hand when facing Ringo Ameyuri."

This was something Uehara Osamu hadn't expected.

In the original storyline, Kakashi's performance in the early stages was not actually that strong.

It becomes stronger when facing stronger opponents and weaker when facing weaker ones.

Because of the Sharingan, he earned the title of Copy Ninja.

The Sharingan can be both an asset and a burden.

Kakashi's chakra reserves were simply insufficient to sustain him in a prolonged battle.

After only a few rounds, he was completely exhausted.

It wasn't until much later, after he became proficient in using Kamui, that he truly reached the level of a top-tier ninja.

Because Uehara Osamu created the Skeleton Emperor, Obito Uchiha suffered a heavy blow when facing the Third Mizukage, and had to forcibly take back the Sharingan from Kakashi.

Kakashi lost his Sharingan, but instead experienced a rebirth.

"Combined with the Hatake-ryu swordsmanship, the current Hatake Kakashi is very strong."

Ao said, "Many people say that Kakashi Hatake might be Kisame Hoshigaki's lifelong enemy."

"The two are actually quite similar."

"Kakashi Hatake is a genius of Konoha."

"Kisame Hoshigaki is a genius from our Hidden Mist Village."

"Kisame Hoshigaki obtained Kiriichimonji, which greatly increased his strength."

"Kakashi Hatake obtained the Sharingan and gained an increase in strength."

"Kisame Hoshigaki lost Kiriichimonji and fell into a slump."

"Kakashi Hatake lost his Sharingan."

"Kisame Hoshigaki obtained the Sword of Wisdom."

"Kisame Hoshigaki's strength has greatly increased. He first defeated Shinnosuke Sarutobi, and then Danzo Shimura."

"Kakashi Hatake's strength has also increased."

Uehara Osamu interrupted Ao.

"Senior Ao, Kakashi Hatake can hardly be considered Kisame's lifelong rival, right? Kisame has already defeated Danzo Shimura, while Kakashi Hatake only defeated Kohachi Kurihara and Yuri Amane."

Qing explained.

"That's what people in Konoha think. We people in Kirigakure don't agree with that. Most people in our village think that Kakashi Hatake is no longer qualified to be compared to Kisame."

"However, among the younger generation, besides Kisame, it's probably Kakashi Hatake."

"One first, one second."

"The only problem is that the gap between first and second place is quite large."

Uehara Shuu nodded.

"By the way, Senior Qing, you just said that Yuri lost. Is she alright?"

"It's nothing serious. She's injured, but not very seriously. The pufferfish demon has ordered Yuri to return to the village for treatment. She should be able to get to the village in a couple of days."

Ota went to the Mizukage Building to inform Yagura about the Evil King Flame Killing Sword.

At this point, Yagura was already under the control of Obito Uchiha.

However, Yagura behaves normally outside of Obito Uchiha's orders.

The appearance of a new Zanpakuto made Yagura very happy.

"It's just that there are very few ninjas with high talent in Fire Release in our Hidden Mist Village."

Not very few, but almost none.

Otherwise, Uehara Osamu wouldn't have needed to ask Kakuzu to teach him Fire Release.

But now that the Zanpakuto has been forged, it is definitely worth trying it out.

Yagura had no choice but to order the Anbu ninjas to compile a list of all the ninjas who knew Fire Release techniques.

"Father."

Asuma returned to Konoha.

To be honest, Asuma was in a bad mood.

Asuma had always felt that Hiruzen Sarutobi was prejudiced against him.

He likes Sarutobi Shinnosuke, but he doesn't like himself.

Both outside and at home, she constantly compared herself to Sarutobi Shinnosuke.

Asuma admits that Shinnosuke Sarutobi is stronger than him.

However, Asma does not agree with this comparison.

Why do I have to make these people compare themselves to each other?

The time Asuma spent away from Konoha was the happiest time he had ever had since birth.

In the capital of the Land of Fire, all I need to do every day is repetitive work and training.

No one compares themselves to others.

There are fewer rumors and gossip.

Do whatever you want.

very free.

This is what Asma has always longed for.

But now, it's gone again.

A sudden message forced Asuma to return to Konoha.

Return to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Asma."

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Asuma, his feelings somewhat complicated.

To be fair, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt that Asuma's talent was really inferior to Shinnosuke Sarutobi's.

However, Shinnosuke Sarutobi lost an arm in his battle with Kisame Hoshigaki.

Given Konoha's medical ninjutsu, if Tsunade were to be found and brought back, there is indeed a possibility of transplantation.

But someone else's arm is not your own.

Sarutobi Shinnosuke's potential has already reached its previous level.

Such a Shinnosuke Sarutobi is incapable of leading the Sarutobi clan forward.

Hiruzen Sarutobi could only focus his gaze on Asuma.

"You've heard about Shinnosuke's situation, haven't you?"

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Asma nodded.

Asuma should have been heartbroken that his own brother had lost an arm, but for some reason, he felt very calm when he heard the news.

Involuntarily, the image of Kakashi looking at him with disdain flashed through his mind.

"Did you feel before that I was unfair to you and Shinnosuke?"

“I gave Shinnosuke more resources.”

"You are younger than Shinnosuke."

"The time and effort I spent training you are far less than that spent training Shinnosuke."

"It's unfair to compare you to Shinnosuke."

"If you were given the same conditions, you wouldn't be any worse than Shinnosuke?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi said, "Then, I'll give you that chance now."

“I have chosen to step down from the position of Hokage. From now on, I will have more time to spend on matters concerning my clan and family. I will do my best to nurture you.”

"I hope you won't disappoint me."

Hiruzen Sarutobi thought that Asuma would be excited after he said all that.

To Hiruzen Sarutobi's surprise, Asuma showed no change in expression and was even lost in thought.

"Asuma?"

Asuma only came to his senses when Hiruzen Sarutobi's tone changed.

"Yes, Father."

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned slightly and waved his hand.

"You go down first."

Asma left.

If Hiruzen Sarutobi had made such a decision before leaving Konoha, Asuma would indeed have been excited and would have put in all his effort to prove himself and show everyone that he was no less capable than Shinnosuke Sarutobi.

But now, Asma's thoughts have changed.