Konoha: My peaceful life was betrayed by the system.

Uchiha Setsuna glanced at him: "Are you still going to talk to me in this identity? Also, the mission failed because of the rain, otherwise we would have succeeded."

Upon hearing this, the 'Second Prince' trembled slightly, his whole body turned pale, and his clothes gradually disappeared.

"It still looks better this way, White Zetsu."

"That's right, let's go back."

Before leaving, Uchiha Setsuna glanced at Uzumaki Ashina, who was fast asleep on the beach rocks.

"Are you going to take that person with you? They're probably not very useful to adults, are they?"

"Of course not, he's just an old man, useless."

The sea was calm and still, without a single wave. Hiruzen and the others gradually awoke under the care of Toruka and Chiri.

Everyone was happy to see Qu Feng awaken, and smiles were on their faces.

Once everyone had recovered and had enough energy, they prepared to return to shore.

As they walked, Qu Feng recounted the entire incident in detail.

Everyone found it very strange after hearing it.

"I never imagined that this seemingly obsequious Yu was actually the one who orchestrated everything behind the scenes."

"Yes, and who would have thought that after Tofu dealt with the rain, another Uchiha Setsuna, who had already died, would suddenly appear? This mission was really too dangerous. If Tofu hadn't woken up in time, we probably wouldn't have been able to get back."

After hearing this, Zhili smiled and said, "Yes, it was really dangerous at the time. I still feel a little scared when I think about it now."

Chapter 292 Waiting for the Right Opportunity

After hearing this, Zhili smiled and said, "Yes, it was really dangerous at the time. I still feel a little scared when I think about it now."

There is still no definitive answer as to how Uchiha Setsuna was resurrected and lost all his memories.

However, we will definitely meet again in the future, so there's no rush.

And then there's that mysterious rain, who single-handedly controls the entire nation's citizens—such a powerful figure was unheard of before!

His purpose and why he wanted to capture Qu Feng were all unknown to Qu Feng and his companions.

The enemy is in the dark while they are in the light, putting them at a significant disadvantage.

But next time, Qu Feng and his team shouldn't be as passive as they were this time.

After arriving on shore, Qu Feng and his group heard snoring sounds coming from the rocky beach.

Toruka already knew what it was, and following the sound, he found it was indeed Uzumaki Ashina.

Upon inspection, it was found that the person was not under any illusion spells and was not injured; they were simply asleep.

Good heavens, Qu Feng still remembers how this old man kept saying he would help him hold off the guards.

He turned around and fell asleep right away. He's really unreliable.

Torifu patted Ashina in annoyance, waking him up. Ashina, whose sweet dream had been interrupted, said irritably.

"Which little bastard disturbed my sweet dream?!"

He then opened his eyes and took a closer look, realizing it was a wind-gathering technique, and immediately perked up.

"Where is that guard?! Where did he go?!"

Qu Feng looked speechless: "Alright, stop looking. I've already chased him away, and I've killed Yu too."

Hearing Torifu's words, Ashina Uzumaki relaxed: "Phew, it seems you took care of them very easily. As expected of Hashirama's disciple."

All Qu Feng wanted to do at this moment was to reply with a simple "heh," but since the matter was already in the past, he was too lazy to dwell on those useless things.

He pulled his companions over and said, "Everyone, this is the daimyo of the Land of Whirlpools, and also the head of the Whirlpool Clan, Uzumaki Ashina."

The others stepped forward to shake hands with Ashina Uzumaki, expressing their respect, which made Ashina extremely proud.

Before he could continue to be smug, Qu Feng said, "Senior, you should hurry back and deal with the affairs of your country. It's probably in complete chaos right now. Also, aren't you going back to Konoha with me? Then you should hurry even more."

Upon hearing this, Ashina Uzumaki suddenly remembered that the country was on the verge of collapse! He then immediately rushed towards the direction of Uzushio Ninja Village.

Qu Feng glanced at his companions behind him and said with a helpless expression, "Alright, let's go back too. After such a big battle, we need to rest for a day or two before heading back to the village."

His companions naturally agreed. Although they seemed fine now, their bodies were actually at a critical point.

If I continue to travel, it's easy to develop health problems, so I need to rest and recuperate for a few days to get my body in order before setting off again.

When the group returned to Uzushio Village, the villagers seemed to have just woken up and were still looking bewildered.

Naturally, they had no time to pay attention to Qu Feng and the others, and they returned to Qu Feng's residence without any trouble.

The room was big enough for them to rest, so they settled in comfortably.

The Land of Whirlpools has been bustling with activity these past two days. The return of the daimyo has rekindled the flames of hope in the country, and after all the chaos caused by the rain and the guards has been dealt with, the situation has become much more lively.

Then a new leader was established, a piece of news that everyone had been eagerly awaiting. With a leader, the country has a direction for development.

To everyone's surprise, the new daimyo was the third prince.

Neither the eldest nor the second prince objected to this. Although one was being impersonated and the other was being controlled, both had caused irreversible damage to the country.

They even lost a brother.

For the past two days, Toki and his companions have been enjoying themselves, eating and drinking, instead of healing their wounds. This is a stark contrast to their earlier, more secretive behavior when they first arrived at Uzushiogakure.

Ashina Uzumaki originally wanted to publicize their contributions to the Land of Whirlpools, but Torifu and his friends refused.

Rather than being surrounded by a horde of people and receiving the title of savior, it's better to rest quietly for two days and then set off.

Ashina Uzumaki naturally agreed to their request.

On the night before the departure of Torifu and the others, Uzumaki Ashina hastily handed over the positions of daimyo and clan head to the third prince in the daimyo's mansion.

He plans to return to Konoha Village with Toru tomorrow to see his sister and old comrades.

The third prince was somewhat at a loss, so he called his brothers to discuss it together. In the end, they decided to let him be.

After all, he's already so old and has dedicated everything to the Uzumaki clan. Now that he wants to do something he likes, there's no need to stop him.

Besides, my aunt is still in Konoha Village, so nothing will happen.

At this moment, Ashina Uzumaki was in Torifu's room talking to him about Konoha Village.

"Kid, are you saying you're going back to the village to become the Third Hokage?"

Qu Feng nodded: "That's right, although I'm a little reluctant."

Uzumaki Ashina chuckled upon hearing this: "Haha, this is the first time I've heard of someone who doesn't want to be a leader."

He then added, "Although I haven't been in Konoha for very long, I know how much the people of Konoha admire the Hokage. Do you feel that you can't bear to accept such a title?"

After thinking for a moment, Qu Feng said, "I wouldn't say that. It just feels a bit sudden. After all, becoming Hokage was never part of my plans. This has somewhat disrupted my future."

Ashina chuckled and patted Torifu on the shoulder: "Young man, life is full of all sorts of changes. No one can follow a plan step by step."

"Life is full of infinite unknowns and possibilities. Don't be too mature at such a young age."

"Have it?"

"Of course there is!"

Well, even an old man like Ashina has said it, so I guess I might really be getting a bit too old.

"Alright, young man, I'll head back now. Let's set off on time tomorrow morning. I'm getting excited just thinking about it."

Torifu felt that Ashina looked younger than him, like a child about to receive a reward.

It's understandable, though, since I haven't seen my sister and brother for so many years, almost half a lifetime.

Such a reaction is not surprising.

After Ashina left, Torifu quickly washed up and went to bed early, since he had to get up early the next day...

In an unknown temple in the ninja world, a man dressed in a monk's robe sat on a stone chair in the main hall, one hand supporting his head, the other hand's fingers gently tapping the armrest.

A middle-aged man wearing a gray-black research coat stood in front of him.

"The failed product is dead."

The middle-aged man was somewhat surprised upon hearing this, then showed a regretful expression: "What a pity about the two corpses you provided, sir. If the technology at the time hadn't been so imperfect, I could have crafted them even more perfectly!"

The man in the monk's robe stopped what he was doing after hearing this: "I underestimated him. I didn't expect his strength to exceed my expectations."

"It's alright, sir! Send him! He'll definitely be able to bring that kid named Qu Feng back!"

The man in the monk's robe glanced at him, then stood up and shook his head: "Let's wait for the right opportunity."

Chapter 293 Setting Off Back to Konoha Village

"It's alright, sir! Send him! He'll definitely be able to bring that kid named Qu Feng back!"

The man in the monk's robe glanced at him, then stood up and shook his head: "Let's wait for the right opportunity."

"That good-for-nothing's actions have alerted the enemy; now is not a good time."

After listening, the middle-aged man thought for a moment and then nodded: "I will follow your arrangements."

……

Early the next morning, Torifu and his group had already gathered at the seaside, along with Ashina Uzumaki's sons.

Although they have reconciled, their relationship is not so easy to restore, and they seem somewhat estranged.

But Ashina Uzumaki no longer cared about any of that; he was leaving the future to his sons.

If they really lack the ability to cause the Land of Whirlpools to gradually decline, then there's nothing that can be done. After all, he's just an old man now, what can he change?

"Alright, alright, you guys should hurry back. There's nothing to be reluctant about. Anyway, this old man doesn't have many years left to live. I might as well go see your aunt. Maybe she'll come back after she dies, hahaha."

As Ashina spoke, he boarded the ship. His sons, upon hearing his words, were both amused and exasperated.

"Father, please remember to say hello to Aunt when you see her."

Ashina nodded and then went into the cabin.

The second prince stepped forward and said to Qu Feng, "Brother Qu Feng, please take care of me along the way."

"Of course, of course, you're too kind, Second Prince."