Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 38 Hiruzen, you'll regret this!

The gates of Konoha were right in front of us.

Jiraiya turned around and couldn't help but smile, "Has your feeling changed this time you came back?"

"I want to become stronger! Next time, I'll be even more useful!"

Kurenai Yuhi spoke with a firm tone.

Kakashi remained silent.

He's been through this kind of thing far too many times.

Share your thoughts...

For a moment, I really couldn't say.

Some things are simply impossible to say aloud, such as—

He desperately wants to find that person, to understand why he faced death so readily, yet ultimately returned alive to Konoha.

Why doesn't that person dare to commit suicide?

but.

Kakashi hadn't seen that person in a long time.

Perhaps the other party has entered the dark side, or gone somewhere else.

As for the others...

He thought for a moment and said, "I need to become even stronger."

Get stronger?

Jiraiya glanced at Kakashi, feeling a mixture of worry and surprise.

Kakashi has changed a lot.

He was no longer like a lifeless tool; he was more like a normal person.

but.

Kakashi's previous mindset seems to have shifted to a pursuit of power. Only he himself knows what he is really thinking.

One wrong move, and who knows...

Jiraiya secretly took it to heart.

Compared to Kyohiko, he felt that Kakashi needed more attention right now.

After all, the child's words and actions demonstrated a profound understanding of the Will of Fire, a level of understanding almost unmatched at his age.

If he didn't know that Kyohiko was indeed a descendant of Senju Momoka, he would almost have thought that Kyohiko was a descendant of the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama.

Jiraiya looked at Kyohiko.

"And you?"

"Nothing special, just a feeling of coming home."

Jingyan smiled.

It wasn't an act.

He truly felt the joy of coming home.

It's better to stay home and enjoy peace and happiness than to be a salted fish amidst all the fighting and killing outside. Unfortunately, this idea is destined to be difficult to realize in the ninja world.

Who told two old geezers to be watching from the shadows?

Jingyan sighed inwardly.

Jiraiya laughed and said, "Let's go home, my treat!"

"Barbecue?"

"Ahem, barbecue is out of the question. Your teacher is penniless right now. I made a little money this time, but not much... Once I exchange those two for some money, I'll treat you to a big meal. For now, it's my treat."

Jiraiya coughed lightly.

With that, he led the way into Konoha.

Arrive at the door.

"Haneda, Tsuchihara."

"It's Jiraiya-sama! You're finally back!"

"Lord Jiraiya!"

The two gatekeepers immediately bowed.

They greeted Kyohiko and Kurenai Yuhi kindly, but their attitude towards Kakashi was not so friendly.

Jiraiya smiled and said, "The commission is complete. Let's register."

"yes!"

Registration complete.

Jiraiya originally intended to take them straight to Ichiraku Ramen.

however.

Not long after entering the room, Jiraiya sighed again.

"Looks like I can't go eat ramen with you guys. Tell Ichiraku to put the bill on my tab. If I don't make it in time, you guys can eat first."

"it is good."

Jingyan nodded.

He knew that it must be the ANBU ninjas who had arrived, and that Jiraiya had discovered them, which was why he said that.

The three left.

Jiraiya also vanished in an instant.

Ichiraku Ramen.

After exchanging pleasantries, a bowl of ramen was soon served to each of them.

……

The Hokage's office.

Jiraiya reported the situation in the Land of Waves to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a step forward, a look of surprise on his face.

"Are you telling the truth?"

"All of this information was gathered by me personally, so it should be true. I also think Mr. Matsuyama's judgment is quite correct. Kado and those nobles from the Land of Water may want to control maritime shipping."

Jiraiya said solemnly.

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned.

The country of waves.

From the perspective of the Land of Water, controlling maritime transport would indeed make their business more convenient, and they have the reason and the ability to act. But Konoha…

He hesitated.

"teacher."

"Jiraiya, do you think we should make a move and seize control of the Land of Waves?"

"I think..."

Jiraiya was equally hesitant and uncertain.

While Hiruzen Sarutobi may not have provided him with the same level of detailed training as he had with Orochimaru, he certainly had a significant influence on his thinking.

peace.

In the past, he might not have hesitated at all; Konoha shouldn't have made a move.

Invading the Land of Waves could shatter the peace between the Land of Fire and the Land of Water, plunging them into war once more.

However, Jingyan's words also echoed in his ears.

They want peace, but does Kirigakure want peace?

The seven swords of Kirigakure, the Hozuki clan, and some information that has come from the Land of Water in recent years all indicate that Kirigakure is now even more powerful than before.

How could such a crazy village be peace-loving?

Jiraiya thought about it and found it extremely ridiculous.

Having thought of this, he had no more doubts.

"Teacher, putting aside the Land of Waves, just considering the Land of Water and the Hidden Mist Village, I feel we shouldn't let them achieve their goals so easily. You should know the current situation of the Hidden Mist Village better than I do, right?"

Jiraiya said.

With control of the Anbu, the Hokage must have more information; he didn't believe his teacher knew nothing.

Hiruzen Sarutobi remained silent.

He already understood what Jiraiya meant.

"snort!"

At that moment, a cold snort came from outside.

Then, Danzo pushed open the door and entered: "Hiruzen, even Jiraiya understands this principle, yet you have been obstructing my work in the Land of Waves in every way."

Hiruzen Sarutobi, his expression unwavering, said, "Danzo!"

Jiraiya didn't interrupt.

Although he felt that sitting idly by was wrong, he did not believe that someone as radical as Danzo could make any correct decisions.

Although he hasn't figured out what to do yet, his ultimate goal is still peace and to stop the war, so as to prevent the flames of war from affecting the Land of Waves and plunging its people into suffering.

If this guy makes a move, even if the Third Shinobi World War doesn't happen, the Land of Waves will definitely not have a good outcome.

"What, are you still hesitating?"

"Enough! I am the Hokage! I am communicating with Jiraiya, not discussing this with you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi shouted sternly, his tone extremely resolute.

Danzo's expression shifted between anger and uncertainty. After a while, he left with a resentful look on his face.

"Hiruzen, you'll regret this!"

After he left.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep breath, sat down, took a drag of his cigarette, and finally said, "Jiraiya, I'm surprised you would say something like that. I thought you were the one who understood me best."

"Teacher, I can understand, but Kirigakure is too crazy. They will never understand our desire for peace. We can't deal with people like that with a gentle approach."

As Jiraiya spoke, he himself paused for a moment.

I hadn't thought it through before, but at the last minute my thoughts suddenly became clear.

Hiruzen Sarutobi held his pipe with one hand and rubbed his temples with the other.

"Even you think we should enter the Land of Waves?"

"uncertain."

Jiraiya blurted it out.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at him with a puzzled expression.

Jiraiya paused slightly, then scratched his head.

"I can't think of a solution right now, but I feel that we really need to rest and recuperate. It's not a good idea to start a war with Kirigakure."

"..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi remained silent for a moment.

This disciple has changed a lot lately.

Who influenced you?

Tsunade?

No, Tsunade had already left the village.

One image after another flashed through his mind, until the last one was fixed in his mind.

Yoshimine Kyohiko!

This young genin was praised by both Jiraiya and Tsunade.

That child actually has this kind of thinking?

He's only seven years old, right?

Oh.

recent……

She'll probably be eight years old by then.

Hiruzen Sarutobi appeared dazed.

"teacher?"

"Ah? Hmm, Jiraiya, what you said makes sense. How about this, let's both think about what to do. I'll also think about how to negotiate with Kirigakure. How about we talk again in a few days?"

"good!"

(End of this chapter)