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　If we're talking about happiness, the ordinary people of Konoha Village are definitely the happiest among the Five Great Nations.

　At the entrance to Konoha's main gate, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sakumo Hatake, Jiraiya, and several Jonin stood at the forefront.

　Judging by the time, the last team should be arriving at the village soon.

　"Jiraiya, Tsunade, and the others are in the last group."

　Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, dressed in a clean white Hokage robe and a cloak inscribed with the Will of Fire. He held a gray pipe in one hand, the other behind his back, his gaze calm, occasionally taking a puff.

　"Yes, old man."

　Jiraiya said

　Being alone in the village was so boring; I had originally planned to travel around and take photos.

　But before leaving, I still wanted to see Tsunade and Maru one last time, otherwise I would have regrets.

　When facing the Third Hokage, his own teacher, Jiraiya directly called him "old man," which made him seem more affectionate.

　Anyway, I know everyone around me, so it doesn't matter if they hear me.

　Hiruzen Sarutobi was taken aback when he heard "old man".

　He couldn't help but smile wryly; he was in his prime, how could he be old?

　He just looks a bit older than his age! But he didn't say anything to Jiraiya, after all, it was him.

　/p

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　Are the students supposed to scold them for not coming?

　Jiraiya glanced at the ninjas who came to greet him, and noticed that...the expressionless guy wasn't there.

　As the Hokage's assistant, why wouldn't you take this grand opportunity to make a name for yourself and gain favor?

　Jiraiya, despite his big heart and generally carefree attitude, seems to take nothing seriously.

　But I also know that in team battles... the schemers have always been eyeing the Hokage position! If his teacher were to retire, Danzo would have a very high chance of inheriting the position.

　If they didn't come to make their presence felt now and let the people of Konoha experience the Kage's charisma, wouldn't they be out of their minds?

　Upon hearing Danzo's name, Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart sank. He thought to himself, "How could that guy possibly come? If he sees Yoruichi, and can't control his dark thoughts, who knows what kind of trouble he might cause?"

　Hatake Sakumo understood Hiruzen Sarutobi's thoughts and spoke up to explain, saying, "Lord Danzo is, after all, the Kage's assistant, managing such a vast village of Konoha. His duties are heavy. This kind of thing can be handled by the Hokage."

　"Oh"

　Jiraiya didn't say anything; he just believed whatever Sakumo Hatake said.

　"Oh, right, Captain Hatake, I forgot to congratulate you, you had a son!"

　Jiraiya laughed.

　"Haha, yes, his name is Kakashi. He's actually almost two years old. We've been in the Land of Rain for almost three years now."

　Sakumo Hatake smiled, his joy evident as he spoke of his son.

　Thinking back to the scene when she returned home and saw her own son, the little brat didn't even recognize her! Actually, she couldn't blame him. As a ninja, she was rarely home, not even for the birth of her child. She hadn't fulfilled her responsibilities as a husband, and she felt very guilty towards both of them.

　"Kakashi Hatake, what a great name! I think he'll definitely become as famous as our captain throughout the ninja world someday!"

　Jiraiya said

　"As long as he grows up safe and happy, that's enough. I don't ask for anything else."

　Sakumo Hatake said he didn't want to put too much pressure on his son.

　Little did he know how terrible Kakashi's future would be! First, his parents died, then he lost an eye, his best friend and comrade died, and then he personally killed another beloved comrade.

　This was far from over. His beloved teacher and his wife died, and the student he taught became a Konoha rogue ninja. Finally, during the Fourth Shinobi World War, he inexplicably had his eyeballs gouged out! In the end, watching his students grow up and start families, Kakashi remained alone, beginning a life of retirement.

　It has to be said, what a tragic life! Everyone around him died, except for himself! Perhaps living was more painful than dying for him! If we're talking about turning to the dark side, Kakashi Hatake is definitely the one who most deserved to! "Little Jiraiya, Sakumo already has a son, and you're not young anymore, when are you going to settle down and start a family?"

　The Third Hokage asked...

　Mentioning marriage, Jiraiya's face fell: He wanted to find a wife too, but no one wanted him! So he could only travel the world, living a solitary life, occasionally petting the toads of Mount Myōboku! "Haha, we'll see! Old man, these things can't be rushed!"

　Jiraiya said tremblingly

　"Why!"

　Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at the disappointing Jiraiya, took a deep drag on his pipe: He was hoping to hold his grand-disciple in his arms ahead of time.

　Jiraiya is unreliable and can't be counted on, Orochimaru is practically useless, so we can only rely on Tsunade.

Chapter 273 Mikoto and Kushina's Love Triangle

　This content was first published (third update).

　The gate of Konoha Village

　Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sakumo Hatake, Jiraiya, and the others chatted casually, looking relaxed and harmonious.

　Meanwhile, on one side of the street inside, an extraordinary scene was unfolding, a seemingly fateful encounter, an meeting that was unavoidable no matter what.

　Kushina had waited for two batches of Konoha teams, but Yoruichi hadn't returned yet, so it was obvious that Yoruichi was in the last batch of teams.

　Waiting is agonizing, especially when it doesn't happen! Kushina frowned, her small fists clenched tightly, barely able to contain her anger.

　Behind it were several underlings from the Hidden Leaf Ninja Academy.

　These young ninjas, varying in height and build, were all dressed festively and carrying bouquets and hoops. They were a squad of young ninjas that Kushina had brought to welcome Ye Chen's return.

　Of course, on the surface, they would welcome the Konoha heroes, but they couldn't be too blatant. What if someone got jealous, like the Uchiha clan? "Boss, don't rush..."

　"Boss Ye Chen will definitely come back. Let me eat a bag of potato chips to calm my nerves."

　A chubby boy trembled as he said he was a member of the Akimichi family, and his name was Akimichi Meatball.

　As for why he has this name, it's mainly because his father likes to eat Konoha takoyaki (Konjac dumplings), hence the name "Meatball." Furthermore, he is a cousin of Akimichi Choza, who has already graduated and been promoted to Chunin.

　Male members of the Akimichi clan generally inherit a gluttonous nature, and their hands are never still holding snacks.

　Here, the chubby Akimichi Meatball is holding a wreath in one hand and rummaging through snacks with the other, without it hindering his movements at all; on the contrary, he looks remarkably coordinated.

　"Eat, eat, eat! All you do is eat and you're already this fat. Don't you have any self-awareness?"

　Kushina, with her fiery temper, was furious at Akimichi Nakumaru's nonchalant attitude.

　"Sister Shina, actually it's not just about the food. Our Akimichi clan's ninjutsu is related to eating."

　What you see as fat, we see as energy reserves for battle, which are very useful.”

　Choza Akimichi explained in a serious tone, tilting his head back, bringing the bag of potato chips to his mouth, and with a flick of his wrist, sweeping up every last crumb in the bag without wasting a single one.

　"You! You little fatty, how dare you talk back!"

　Kushina was so angry she went berserk, her pupils shooting fire.

　Upon seeing this, Akimichi Meatball immediately took two steps back.

　Are you guys talking about Ye Chenjun?

　Just then, a gentle and pleasant voice came from the boat.

　This sound is like the March wind cleansing one's heart, and the June rain nourishing one's soul.

　Judging from her voice, she knew this was an extremely gentle girl! The angry Kushina turned around in confusion, only to find a girl more than half a head taller than herself standing beside her.

　The girl was beautiful, with fair skin, bright eyes, and long, straight black hair cascading over her shoulders.

　Although she was wearing a loose-fitting white kimono with ancient cherry blossoms, it couldn't hide her beautiful figure underneath; overall, she looked extremely dignified and refined.

　As a girl herself, Kushina blushed the moment she saw this.

　After all, they are all outstanding girls; girls are always subtly comparing themselves to each other.

　In the first round, Kushina felt she had lost, even though she didn't know her opponent.

　Wait, she just...

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　Just now, Ye Chen was mentioned, and he was even called Lord Ye Chen.

　This is polite language, so it can be inferred that the girl and Ye Chen have a special relationship.

　Kushina and Yoruichi went to the same school and went through many things together, yet Kushina had absolutely no recollection of this girl! Who is she? Women's intuition is naturally sharp and rarely wrong.

　At this moment, Kushina transformed into Sherlock Holmes.

　Detective

　Kushina! Her gaze was wary and hesitant! As an excellent ANBU ninja, Uchiha Mikoto could naturally sense the intense pressure Kushina had suddenly revealed. Although she couldn't understand it, she still politely said, "My name is Uchiha Mikoto, and I'm friends with Yoru-kun."

　Don't misunderstand!

　"Don't misunderstand, how could they not misunderstand!"

　Kushina was internally screaming, "When did Ye Chen meet such a girl?"

　Her gaze swept over Uchiha Mikoto's near-perfect appearance, and she suddenly noticed that there was a little one beside this girl.

　A child, about two or three years old, was very cute, with delicate features, especially his large, bright eyes, which were extremely eye-catching.

　Could this child be...?! At this moment, Kushina's brain cells were working frantically, a thousand and one thoughts flashing through her mind in an instant, each one terrifying upon closer examination.