Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 115 Living in darkness for too long makes one least aware of oneself

"Let's go take a look first."

Jingyan sighed.

He couldn't quite judge whether Orochimaru's actions were unintentional or deliberate. In any case, Orochimaru had now disappeared to research ninjutsu, leaving them here.

Minato Namikaze nodded helplessly.

For now, this is the only option.

The question is, where does Orochimaru usually work?

"Wait a minute, let me look..."

Jingyan crouched down, spreading his chakra to sense his surroundings.

A moment later, he looked at the water gate.

"Would you like to take a break?"

"Need not."

Minato Namikaze gently shook his head.

He expended a lot of energy last night, but he is older than Jingyan and has more physical strength and energy, so he can still hold on.

Kurenai Yuhi and Kakashi are no match for them.

They are children, ordinary people, and they are exhausted after a fierce battle last night.

"Then let's go."

Jingyan dashed forward in an instant.

……

Not long after, on a hill called Kikyō, Aburame Shiki was looking around.

"Senior Zhiwei."

Kyohiko brought Minato over.

When Yu Nu Zhiwei saw them, she was first surprised, and then asked, "Why are you here? Aren't you going to rest? I saw that you went to rescue quite a few people after the big battle last night."

On the previous battlefield, his insects had already sensed Kyohiko and the Minato squad.

At that time, Yekura was still there, and the effect of Scorch Release was very effective against his insects, so he did not continue to chase, but instead went to deal with the others.

"Where's Yekura?"

"It has been handed over to the ANBU ninjas for sealing and guarding."

Kyohiko replied.

Aburame nodded slightly, then quickly realized—

"Captured alive?"

For ninjas like Pakura, killing them is far easier than capturing them alive.

"By sheer luck."

Jingyan smiled.

Minato nudged his hand, and Kyohiko immediately remembered the important matter and took out the token.

"Senior Zhiwei, where is Lord Orochimaru's office?"

"what?"

Yu Nuzhi glanced at the token.

Then, a look of surprise and shock appeared on his usually calm face.

"This is Lord Orochimaru's token, symbolizing his command authority. How did it end up with you?"

Orochimaru is in danger...

Not too possible.

Yu Nu Zhiwei quickly realized what was happening.

"Where is Lord Orochimaru?"

"He has something to attend to, so Minato and I will be temporarily handling things for the next few days. However, we're not very familiar with the process, so why don't you take charge?"

"what?"

Yu Nu Zhiwei was very confused.

Can someone else do this for you?

and.

Orochimaru had Kyohiko and Minato do it for him, but those two then asked him to do it again...

He immediately waved his hand in refusal.

"I don't understand either!"

Now, the three of them were staring at each other.

After a moment of silence, Jingyan said, "Take us to the office first, and we'll get to know you here."

"I'll take you there."

He walked up the mountain, explaining the conditions of Kikyo Mountain as he went.

Mount Kikyo lies between the borders of the Land of Fire and the Land of Rivers, a strategically important location and also the stronghold of Konoha.

Their city, Kikyo, was located at the foot of the mountain.

After wandering around in the mountains for a while, You Nu Zhiwei led them to a cave.

"This is Lord Orochimaru's office."

"it is good."

Jingyan went inside.

Inside the cave, the lights were on.

There were many documents and intelligence information on the table. He picked up a book and browsed through it, while Minato asked Aburame Shiki about the casualties and losses.

Yu Nu Zhiwei recounted what happened last night.

More than 30 Chunin were killed in action, four Special Jonin were killed, and one Jonin was killed.

"Aside from Jonin, we've always suffered heavy casualties in our battles with Sunagakure. During World War II, for example, the main focus was on infiltration and assassination."

Yu Nu Zhiwei explained.

Benefiting from multiple abilities such as puppetry, poison, and wind release, the Chunin level of Sunagakure is extremely strong.

Konoha doesn't have much of an advantage in this regard.

However, they had medical ninjas and had a contingency plan in place last night, so the losses were relatively small.

Most of the special jonin and jonin who died in battle were from the hands of Yekura. There were no casualties among the basic special jonin and above who did not encounter Yekura.

My enemy is their hero.

This has always been the case.

"Arrange for someone to meet the medical team, collect and prepare medicines in advance, set up the medical team's accommodations and work area, and properly arrange for the wounded to take care of their injuries..."

After listening to him, Jingyan quickly sorted out his thoughts.

The most important thing right now is to treat the wounded.

He doesn't know how to detoxify; he only knows palm magic and some basic treatments for external and internal injuries. He can't be of much help; that's all he can do.

Yu Nuzhi immediately took out her notebook and wrote it down, then looked up.

"Is there anything else?"

"We must remain vigilant and patrol in the direction of the River Country, consolidate our front lines, and just hold a few strongholds. We will not launch an offensive in the short term. There will be a counterattack, but not now."

Jingyan gradually got into the zone, and gave a special instruction: "Issue this in Lord Orochimaru's name, and don't say it's an order from me or Minato."

Yu Nu Zhiwei wrote it down again.

As the orders were issued one by one, Yu Nuzhi glanced at them and breathed a sigh of relief, but also felt a little emotional.

Orochimaru's real intention in assigning Kyohiko and Minato to manage the affairs was likely to give Kyohiko full authority.

As for Minato Namikaze...

Part of it was for support, and another part was to use a pretext—

Kyohiko is too young after all.

If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, who would believe that a child who is only about ten years old could possess such wisdom?

He put away the booklet: "I'll take care of it right away. Do you need me to send someone to contact the medical team?"

"Need not."

Kyohiko looked at Minato.

Minato Namikaze nodded slightly and said, "I can use the Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport."

"it is good."

……

On the border of the Land of Wind, in a stronghold built on a desolate mountain, the Third Kazekage paced back and forth, looking very uneasy.

A member of the Anbu ninja entered.

He stopped immediately.

"Did you find it?"

"Lord Kazekage, we couldn't find Lady Yecang, we only found her disciple..."

The ANBU ninja bowed his head.

The Third Kazekage strode outside and saw Maki cowering by the door, weeping.

Where is your teacher?

"She said she was going to rescue another group of people and told us to go first, but... but she never came back."

Masaki cried, but still managed to speak clearly.

The Third Kazekage remained silent.

After Rasa was attacked and severely injured, he knew that there were powerful figures in Konoha, so after bringing Rasa back, he was always worried about Pakura's safety.

Last night, he went out to look for him, but couldn't find him.

It can now be basically concluded that Ye Cang's chances of survival are slim.

He closed his eyes, suppressing the grief in his heart.

Pakura is a Jonin trained by his teacher. Over the years, she has done a lot for him. In the battles against Kirigakure, it was thanks to Pakura that they were able to achieve victory time and time again.

result.

But now...

He remained silent for a long time, then lowered his head and said, "Masaki, don't cry."

"Yes, Lord Kazekage!"

Even so, Masaki still wept uncontrollably.

The Third Kazekage patted her on the shoulder.

"You must carry on your teacher's will and strive for the village."

"Yes! I will do it!"

Masaki stands upright.

The Third Kazekage entered the house and then took out a book.

"I remember you are skilled in sealing techniques. Here are some of my insights on sealing techniques. You can take a look. I hope you can become the pride of our Sunagakure's sealing techniques in the future."

"yes!"

Masaki took the book and felt an immense responsibility weighing on her shoulders, which made her temporarily forget her grief.

After comforting the child, the Third Kazekage walked to the side.

Next door was the temporary hospital.

"How's it going, Yamano?"

"Lord Rasa was seriously injured, but we have removed the toxins and healed his injuries. He should be out of danger and will wake up soon."

"It's in the mountains," Shan Ye replied.

Just then, shouts came from inside.

"Lord Rasa has woken up!"

"Whoosh!"

The Third Kazekage vanished from his spot in an instant.

When he saw Luo Sha sitting down, he finally breathed a long sigh of relief.

Thankfully, no one is hurt!

Rasa and Pakura were his right-hand men, but Rasa inherited his Magnet Release, making him his successor and naturally more important than Pakura.

"Kazekage-sama."

"No need to stand up. Tell me what happened. I need all the intelligence on your enemy."

With the ability to severely injure Rasa and quickly kill Taira, this group of Konoha ninjas is quite strong.

Luo Sha knew what was important and what was urgent.

He immediately recounted the situation, first carefully describing it, and then offering his own perspective.

"They should be the elite squad from Konoha."

"Um."

Minato Namikaze's squad has completed many A-rank or higher missions recently, so the intelligence from various villages naturally cannot ignore them.

"By the way, the one who was good at physical combat has been replaced by a girl. I can't tell what she's good at, but I guess it might be illusion magic."

Luo Sha thought of a detail.

Before Taira was killed, he saw Taira pause for a moment, which must have been the effect of an illusion.

The Third Kazekage briefly conceived of this idea.

Three skilled in speed, plus a genjutsu ninja for cover and coordination, making them even more well-rounded and troublesome than before.

and.

According to Rasa's description, it was astonishing that Yoshimine Kyohiko's Lightning Release and Water Release techniques were so powerful.

"This Yoshimine Kyohiko will become our greatest enemy!"

The Third Generation Kazekage muttered to himself.

This man must be killed!

……

Three poles in the sun.

Kakashi got up and, after a moment of sensing, discovered that Kyohiko and the others weren't in the room at all, including Kurenai Yuhi, who seemed to have gone out after a short rest.

He covered his forehead.

Last night's battle had consumed far too much chakra, and even if Kyohiko hadn't said anything, he wouldn't have had much fighting power left.

"Sigh, I really envy Kyohiko's chakra reserves."

Kakashi sighed.

Afterwards, he got out of bed, washed up, and then went out the door.

Kikyo Castle is teeming with ninjas coming and going.

Unlike ordinary towns.

Kikyo Castle is a fortress close to Konoha, and it serves more as a support force for Kikyo Mountain, so there are many ninjas in the castle.

After taking a few steps, an ANBU ninja appeared in front of him.

"Are you Kakashi Hatake?"

"Yes."

Kakashi looked up at the other person.

The ANBU ninja nodded: "Namikaze Minato and Yoshimine Kyohiko, the two Jonin, are now in charge of handling affairs around Mount Kikyo in place of Lord Orochimaru. Go there when you wake up."

"What about Kurenai Yuhi?"

"She's in the medical team."

After the ANBU ninja finished speaking, he vanished in an instant.

Kakashi nodded.

But what exactly happened, and why did Jingyan and the captain take over the defense here?

Full of doubts, he headed towards Kikyo Mountain.

Upon arriving at the destination, Kakashi asked around, only to find out...

Actually, there's only Kyohiko here.

Minato Namikaze wasn't there at all.

and so.

The one who truly controlled the camp was Kyohiko, not the two of them.

Orochimaru is really quite trusting.

but.

Kakashi thought about it carefully and realized it was quite normal.

Jingyan is no ordinary person.

With Orochimaru's abilities, how could he not know who was "plotting" behind Jiraiya and Tsunade?

Although it's somewhat absurd, but...

If it were him, he would definitely have Kyohiko handle it too.

Kakashi thought to himself.

He walked inside.

Hearing the footsteps, Kyohiko recognized Kakashi by his scent.

"You're here? Check out the latest intelligence for me."

"Where's the captain?"

"I was called away."

Jingyan didn't look up.

Minato Namikaze was just called away by Orochimaru, probably to communicate with Konoha and use the Flying Thunder God Technique for faster speed.

Kakashi nodded and picked up a stack of papers from the table.

It was all intelligence from various military camps.

He was immediately at his wit's end.

……

Konoha, inside the Hokage's office.

Upon seeing the latest news, Tsunade frowned and then tapped her head.

In response to Magnet Release, behead the Kazekage.

The plan can be described as audacious.

but.

After reviewing the plan, she felt it was very possible to achieve.

Therefore, the only remaining problem is—

Was killing the Kazekage a good thing or a bad thing?

The Third Kazekage was powerful and ambitious. As long as he lived, the Land of Wind would continue to seek expansion, and even if defeated, they would surely find a way to make a comeback.

They must be killed!

Tsunade made a decision in her heart.

Then there's no need to look for those two old guys, Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu.

Discussing it with them, the fact that they can get things done in three days is considered efficient.

Tsunade swiftly began signing her name, then ordered Jiraiya to be summoned.

……

Several days have passed.

The situation at Kikyo Mountain gradually became known to outsiders.

Upon receiving the intelligence, Onoki was eager to give it a try, but considering the disappearance of a large number of Jonin from Konoha, he suppressed his restless feelings.

hold on!

Let's wait until Kirigakure makes a move.

To the east, the two stood side by side, gazing at the distant sea.

"Danzo, it's been a long time since we've fought side by side like this, hasn't it?"

"It's only temporary."

Danzo snorted coldly.

He looked into the distance: "I will prove that I am more suitable to be Hokage than you and Tsunade."

"Heh, perhaps."

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled, but a hint of sadness was in his eyes.

Naruto...

Danzo!

You will die as Hokage sooner or later.

He took a drag of his cigarette and said nothing more.

Danzo also quietly left.

After a long while, Nara Shikaku came over and handed over a piece of information.

Hiruzen Sarutobi opened it, glanced at it, then raised an eyebrow and sighed, "War, alas!"

"Lord Third Hokage, Danzo's power in Kyoto is likely to grow stronger day by day, isn't it?"

Nara Shikaku frowned.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's laughter carried a hint of mockery.

"He thought he could become Hokage, but those who live in darkness for too long are the least able to recognize their own limitations."

"What do you mean?"

"We're both old men. If he behaves himself as an advisor, he might still have some dignity. But as things stand, well, someone will deal with him in the future. I don't need to worry about him."

Hiruzen Sarutobi knocked down some cigarette ash.

He didn't want to fight Danzo, and besides, the Land of Fire and Konoha were both in crisis, so it wasn't a good time for internal strife.

Let's leave this to the wisdom of future generations.

With Kyohiko's abilities, he could easily subdue Danzo within a few years.

Shikaku understood the hidden meaning and stopped asking about Danzo. Instead, he reported the intelligence from all sides.

(End of this chapter)