Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 128 Jingyan, you should be the captain of the Dark Guard!

Having been away from Konoha for a long time, the four of them had different expressions on their faces.

Watergate is like a reunion after a long separation.

Kurenai Yuhi was filled with both joy and trepidation.

She is going back to prepare for another exam.

As for Kakashi and Kyohiko, they were about the same, except Kakashi seemed more confused.

"Let's go."

Minato Namikaze took a deep breath.

As he entered the gate, he forced a smile and was about to greet Haneda and Tsuchihara at the entrance when the two of them stood up first and burst into a gasp upon seeing them.

"Lord Minato, Lord Kyohiko, you're back!"

They could not hide their joy and their admiration in their tone.

and.

With a loud shout, the ninjas and villagers passing by quickly looked over. When they saw that it really was Minato and the others returning, they couldn't wait to gather around.

"Lord Minato, has the battle been won on the front lines?"

"What's going on?"

"Yes or no……"

The barrage of questions made Minato's scalp tingle, but his personality made it difficult for him to refuse, so he could only awkwardly laugh and respond to each one.

Without him noticing.

Kyohiko asked Haneda for a pen, wrote his name on the list, and then made a "shush" gesture.

Following closely behind...

call out!

Kyohiko followed Kurenai, while Kakashi instantly caught up.

Minato Namikaze's lips twitched slightly.

The three of them just ran away like that, they're so disloyal! They should at least have come and held them off!

On a rooftop not far away, three people lay on the tiles, cautiously looking down.

Good guy!

The crowd surged, as if welcoming a hero.

"Is this really a good thing for us?"

"What's wrong with that? Minato only needs to answer questions, sacrifice some time, and go see Kushina later, while we have a lot more to consider."

Kyohiko spoke with such confidence that Kakashi was speechless.

but.

think carefully--

It really is.

Although he and Kyohiko didn't have much important business, at most going to Tsunade's office to report, Kurenai Yuhi had important matters to report to Tsunade.

He couldn't help but look at Kurenai with concern.

"Hong, have you finished preparing your plan?"

"Thank you for your help. It's all sorted out now, and I plan to hand it over to Tsunade-sensei."

Kurenai smiled sweetly, "I'd be very happy if I could offer the teacher even the smallest bit of help. I just managed to save some money at the hospital, so I'll treat you all to a big meal after this afternoon."

"Then I'll have to go for a run to burn off some energy."

Jingyan was joking.

Kurenai Yuhi rolled her eyes: "Go ahead, Captain Minato's tied up, and you're the only Jonin left in the team. Besides... it seems like you're the one who makes the decisions more often than not, right?"

Kakashi's lips curled into a slight smile.

Kyohiko replied, and then the three of them chuckled softly as they watched Minato Namikaze struggle to answer the question below. They then used their teleportation abilities to head towards the Hokage Building.

……

Inside the Hokage Building, in an office.

Tsunade held Kurenai Yuhi's notebook, which contained Kurenai's summaries and some of her thoughts.

She read it quietly.

Then, Tsunade looked up with a satisfied smile on her face.

Kurenai Yuhi immediately felt a sense of relief.

Fortunately.

Looks like it's too late!

Tsunade gestured for them to move their own stools and sit down, then leaned back in her chair, looking relaxed.

"I have learned about the situation at the front through the Anbu intelligence. You did a great job, especially Kyohiko. You were able to kill the Third Kazekage this time, reducing our losses in the war with Sunagakure. Your contribution is significant."

Tsunade's expression turned serious.

Then, she looked at Kakashi: "You've improved a lot too, both in strength and personality. You've made tremendous progress since you were seven years old."

Kakashi paused for a second, then bowed slightly and thanked him.

Tsunade said, "In my personal assessment, your overall abilities have reached the level of a Jonin."

"Jonin? Me?"

Kakashi looked bewildered.

He quickly replied, "Am I not capable enough to be a Jonin?"

Tsunade was somewhat surprised, then smiled and said, "The fact that you have such an idea shows that you have truly matured. I also think you have the ability to do so. However, whether it can be definitively refuted still requires evaluation by many people, so don't have too high expectations."

"yes!"

Kakashi was wearing a mask, so his expression was not visible, but his eyes were darting around and his fingers were trembling, clearly indicating that he was not at peace.

"Alright, Kurenai, Kakashi, you two go and rest first. I'll talk to you about the details later."

Tsunade's second half of the sentence was naturally meant for Kurenai Yuhi.

Kurenai nodded, happy for her companion, feeling envious but not jealous.

She was well aware of her own abilities; she was far from reaching the level of Chunin or Jonin, and she had hardly participated in any missions in recent years. Promoting herself would only be embarrassing.

After the two left, Tsunade picked up the booklet and asked, "Did you teach this?"

"Just a little bit."

Jingyan is very relaxed.

Tsunade smiled and placed the booklet on the table.

A little bit……

Basically, the core elements are all based on Kyohiko's style of doing things and are integrated with Kyohiko's plans.

"The considerations are very thorough. The only things that need to be added are the details. I will bring them up and we will discuss them in a meeting later."

Tsunade said.

Jingyan nodded, then looked puzzled.

"You've kept me here, there must be more to talk about than just this, right?"

The two have a good relationship in private, but in the Hokage's office, the other party will definitely focus on official business and is unlikely to chat about personal matters.

"certainly."

Tsunade nodded. "Shinnosuke has resigned."

"what?"

Jingyan was taken aback.

Tsunade immediately explained the reason and repeatedly emphasized that it was not her intention, which finally brought him to his senses.

That guy...

Well, influenced by both Hiruzen Sarutobi and him, Asuma is indeed more withdrawn now.

I hope he is well.

Jingyan sincerely wished him well.

However, with Sarutobi Shinnosuke resigning, the position in the Anbu became vacant.

"Me?"

"right."

Tsunade nodded.

"If it were before, I definitely wouldn't have forced you to take the position. Even if you wanted to, you would have been primarily mentored by Minato Namikaze or Orochimaru. But now your prestige is different."

War is a hardship and a disaster, but for those who are capable, it is also an opportunity.

For example, Kakashi.

Although Tsunade reiterated that it wasn't a sure thing, basically, once someone has the ability, no one would deliberately hinder them.

but.

In peacetime, no matter how capable he is, he wouldn't be able to quickly qualify for promotion.

The same applies to Kyohiko.

He created a ninjutsu technique to kill the Third Kazekage, quickly won the war, and even influenced Onoki's decisions and direction, reducing Konoha's losses significantly.

These are indelible achievements, and no one can take them away.

Based on this alone, who in Konoha or the Anbu would dare to disagree?

The only problem is...

"Kyohiko, would you be willing to help me?"

"Of course, my goal is to become the youngest Hokage. How can I not work hard while I'm young?"

Jingyan answered with a smile.

He's really interested in the Anbu!

Then, a slight smile appeared on his lips: "If I were to be the leader of the Dark Guard, I would like to apply for one person."

"Kakashi?"

"Um."

"Can."

Tsunade nodded.

Kakashi was promoted to Jonin, but his young age, lack of experience, and other factors still hindered his development. Joining the Anbu would be a good choice.

"Any other requirements?"

"I'm not very good at espionage, so I need help from someone who knows about it."

Jing Yan said.

Tsunade smiled and said, "Don't worry about that. I'll assign you a very capable assistant, but you'll have to get along well with him."

Jingyan's eyelids twitched.

"Could it be Orochimaru?"

"you guess."

Tsunade smiled mysteriously.

It seems so.

Jingyan hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Orochimaru is incredibly capable; if he's in charge, the Anbu will have to put in three times the effort.

However, since he has a cooperation agreement with Orochimaru, keeping an eye on things isn't a big problem; he might even be able to squeeze some money out of him.

Thinking about it that way...

"I have no problem, but I hope we can select some promising talents for the Dark Side training department."

"Can."

……

In the afternoon, Gai, Genma Shiranui, and the other members of Dust who were not on a mission flocked to Kakashi, who was out training.

"Tell me, what exactly happened?"

"that is!"

"Yeah, how many did they kill? Were there any Jonin?"

At this moment, Kakashi understood the hardships Minato Namikaze had endured.

He sighed softly and simply sat down on the side.

"We should have killed a few Jonin, not many. We didn't count the Chunin..."

Kakashi glanced around and sighed, "Compared to Kyohiko, my results are too ordinary."

Upon hearing this, everyone was initially shocked, but then felt it was only natural.

Yes!

Kyohiko was already stronger than Kakashi.

Kakashi has already slaughtered several Jonin, so Kyohiko's record is probably even more outrageous.

"Is Kyohiko even more impressive?"

"How many Jonin did he kill?"

Kai asked.

Kakashi smiled and said, "Guess."

"Twenty?"

"thirty?"

"forty……"

Seeing Kakashi shaking his head repeatedly, they slumped down, saying they didn't know.

Kakashi's mask twitched.

"Actually, I don't know either, there are just too many, too many to count."

"what?"

The three looked at each other in bewilderment.

Too many to count...

Doesn't this mean that Kyohiko can deal with Jonin as easily as Kakashi can deal with Chunin?

It's too exaggerated!

Keith pondered for a moment, but then felt it was only natural.

"With Kyohiko's speed and explosiveness, it would indeed be difficult for a ninja of the same level to defeat him."

With incredible speed, terrifying strength, and a knack for explosive and piercing lightning techniques.

Kyohiko's strength is terrifying; there are indeed very few Jonin who can defeat him.

I'm so envious!

Kai sighed inwardly.

Just then...

Whoosh!

A soft sound.

"What are you talking about?"

"Kyohiko? Hey, we were just talking about you!"

Kai laughed.

Jingyan understood. He looked at Kakashi and saw him shake his head slightly, realizing that Kakashi hadn't said much.

He laughed and said, "Just the four of you? Like them?"

"They went to the east."

Matt Kai's tone was full of envy.

Everyone else is fighting to protect the village and the country, but they can only stay in the village to cultivate. It's really hard to accept.

"so……"

Jingyan nodded knowingly.

He didn't say anything, but chatted casually with everyone.

During this time, they naturally inquired about the war situation, and he only gave a brief description without going into details.

As genin, there are many things they are not yet qualified to know.

After chatting for a while, they all went for a run and exercise together. As they ran, Kyohiko quietly approached Genma Shiranui.

"Genma, is it convenient for us to talk?"

"Huh? Me?"

Shiranui Genma was at a loss.

Jingyan nodded.

Genma Shiranui, Raido Namiashi, and Deivashi.

The three of them mastered the Flying Thunder Formation, and he intended to recruit them into the Dark Guard training force during this reorganization to lay the foundation for their future.

However, Deivashi is three or four years younger than them and should still be attending classes and training at the Konoha Ninja Academy.

They quietly fell behind.

"Genma, would you like to participate in the Anbu training?"

"Anti-military forces, training?"

Genma Shiranui was stunned for a long time.

"I?"

He couldn't believe it.

With his abilities, he actually managed to get into the Dark Division?

"It's just training. I think your abilities, potential, and personality are more suitable than other people your age, so I'd like to invite you to join the training."

Jingyan explained.

Genma Shiranui dropped a thousand senbon needles, which were then quickly caught.

He realized that the most terrifying thing was not that he was invited to join the Dark Division for training, but that Kyohiko actually had the authority to decide this matter!

"What are you now?"

"Let's try it out first; we might not be able to do it well."

Kyohiko replied.

Genma Shiranui held the senbon (a type of Japanese paper), his gaze blank. He was three years older than Kyohiko and had only been promoted to Chunin this year by accumulating experience and actively participating in the exams.

result.

The other party has already joined the secret service as a captain.

The difference between people!

"How is it?"

"Of course I'd like to!"

Genma Shiranui nodded emphatically.

This is a golden opportunity; others would love to have it but don't even have the chance!

but.

Where's Kakashi?

"He's in there too, but the training isn't very meaningful for him. Also, keep it confidential and don't leak the information."

"yes!"

Genma Shiranui nodded, a hint of respect unconsciously creeping onto his face, his feelings slightly complicated.

He understood.

Training in the shadows does not guarantee entry into the shadows.

Given Kakashi's abilities, if he participated in such training, it would essentially be a complete rout.

Kyohiko and Kakashi are much stronger than them, and even their former comrade Might Guy is now incredibly powerful and has mastered the Lightning Release.

Wow, that's really curly!

He sighed, and when he came to his senses, Kyohiko had already left.

"Huh, where's Kyohiko?"

"Oh, he had to leave early because of something urgent. Let's keep running."

……

In the evening, the four-person team returned to the village and had dinner together at a barbecue restaurant.

Kurenai Yuhi held up her drink, thanking Minato, Kakashi, and Kyohiko for their care, acting like an adult.

War makes us grow.

Including Kyohiko and Kakashi.

After everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, Jingyan leaned against the table, still thinking about the Dark Guard training department, when suddenly a notification sound rang out.

[Through your efforts and influence, Konoha, Kusagakure, and Iwagakure reached a peace agreement, and our village received substantial financial compensation.]

[Reward: White Fang Sword Technique Improved]

Jingyan paused for a moment, then sighed inwardly—

Trilateral peace talks.

The war is over!

I wonder what's going on in the east.

Jingyan picked up his drink, glanced at the other three, and instead of rushing to merge the memories, he smiled slightly and joined in the conversation.

"Kyohiko, why are you making such a face? Is the drink that bad?"

"It's so bitter!"

Cherish this leisure time, because once you start working, you won't have much free time left.

Jingyan sighed.

Minato Namikaze smiled and raised his glass: "It's been a pleasure working with everyone. After all, we're all students of the same teacher, so we can keep in touch often in the future."

Clearly, he had also received some signals.

The group is about to break up.

All ninjas are like this; from immaturity to maturity, they must go through many trials and tribulations and partings.

Our friendship remains unchanged!

Jingyan raised his glass, his heart filled with complex emotions.

on the one hand……

Parting is somewhat sad.

On the other hand, Minato and Kakashi, who were originally master and disciple, have now been turned into "comrades-in-arms" and "friends" by his butterfly effect.

Everyone's seniority has been directly promoted by one level.

If Obito is fortunate enough to become Minato's disciple in the future, wouldn't he be a generation weaker than them?

Thinking of this, Kyohiko couldn't help but want to laugh.

Bang!

The cups clinked together.

Kakashi looked dazed. After finishing his drink, he put down the cup.

"We're breaking up, right?"

"Red continues her training, while we were originally with Guy... Now, a team of three Jonin? What kind of commission is this expensive?"

Minato Namikaze pointed at the three of them.

Kakashi immediately replied, "It's not certain yet!"

"Don't worry, the Hokage said it's basically a sure thing, and besides..."

Minato looked at Kyohiko and smiled, "I've actually learned a lot from being with Kyohiko, but if we continue to be together, it will be harder for me to grow."

While a thriving tree can provide shade, it can also limit one's own growth.

"Everyone is excellent, but we can't be the only ones who are excellent. We need to share what we have learned and experienced with more people."

"Kyohiko is right, come on, eat, eat, eat!"

(End of this chapter)