Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 90 I'm going to get the Hidden Leaf Village moving!

What was that sound?

The patrolling ANBU ninja were startled when they heard the commotion in the distance.

sound……

It was like a mountain collapsing and the earth splitting open!

The tailed beast has gone berserk?

Everyone rushed toward the source of the sound. On their way there, they saw a child carrying someone on his back, escaping from the other side.

"What happened?"

They shouted from afar.

but.

Clearly, the other party did not hear.

At that moment, Might Guy was focused on running and couldn't hear the sound from that far away. He didn't even bother to pay attention and disappeared in a flash.

The two ANBU ninjas looked at each other in bewilderment.

They rushed to the scene and found a small rocky hill in the suburbs. The original cliff had inexplicably collapsed, and the steep cliff had become even more towering, with boulders scattered at the foot of the hill.

however.

The traces at the scene did not reveal any trace of chakra.

What's going on?

Could it be a natural disaster?

They looked at each other in bewilderment.

"this……"

"It looks like it was destroyed by some terrible technique. Let's report back to the Hokage!"

The two dared not make a decision easily and immediately returned to the Hokage Building in Konoha.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi knows the telescope technique, he can't monitor every place 24 hours a day. Otherwise, what would the village need the Anbu for?

He certainly didn't know what had happened, but the destructive power of the technique was terrifying...

It would be extremely dangerous to be completely unaware of such information.

It's a pity that Shinnosuke is not here.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had no choice but to set off himself. By the time he arrived, the scene had already been cleared by the intelligence department.

"Lord Hokage, it looks like he was hit by a ninjutsu, but strangely, there are no traces of chakra left at the scene."

Yamanaka Inoichi was very puzzled.

Beside him, Shikaku, who was participating in the investigation, pondered for a long time before saying, "Could it be some kind of technique that doesn't require chakra?"

"How is this possible? Can physical techniques achieve such destructive power?"

Yamanaka Hai pointed to the mountain in front of him.

Lu Jiu said, "With enough power, it is possible to shatter a point and cause a mountain to collapse, but even so, such a terrifying physical technique is unheard of."

Sufficiently strong physical skills?

Hiruzen Sarutobi thought of the Eight Gates Formation.

If such a martial art truly exists, it can only be this one, and the only one capable of achieving this level of skill is probably Might Guy, who has been researching it for over a decade.

Is he trying out new techniques here?

Hiruzen Sarutobi rubbed his temples to relieve his mental fatigue.

Although he is known as the "Professor of Ninjutsu," the Eight Gates are not included in this category. In fact, his understanding of the Eight Gates may not be as good as that of Kyohiko Takeshi.

The child seemed to be able to open the first and second doors.

……

"Kai, what happened?"

Kyohiko and Yuhi Kurenai made a joint visit.

The snake beside her said, "Minor injuries all over the body."

She closed the medical record.

"You guys are really something. I've heard you train like crazy, but you should at least be careful about the limits. How can you train to this extent? Aren't you afraid of dying?"

"I'm so sorry to have caused you trouble!"

Matt Kee bowed deeply in apology.

Jingyan looked into the room and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems the person is alright.

However, given Might Guy's ability to open eight gates, surely Morning Peacock, who only has six gates, shouldn't have become like this?

Could it be that...?

Did he use the power of the Gate of Shock?

Upon considering this possibility, Jingyan was speechless. After seeing Sheci off, he pulled Kai aside and whispered, "Did your father use the power of the Seventh Gate?"

"Yes, him. He said he wanted to give it a try."

Matt Kai lowered his head, as if he had done something wrong.

Jingyan's expression immediately turned serious.

"Did it work?"

"Yes, under the influence of the 'Gate of Shock,' a blue aura would emanate from the entire body. Then I had my father throw a punch similar to what you described before, which caused a landslide. I had no choice but to carry him and run away."

Kai explained.

No wonder!

If it were just the opening of the "Gate of Shock," given Might Guy's physical abilities, he shouldn't have suffered this level of injury.

but.

It's not surprising that such damage would occur after being carried on a bumpy journey.

Jingyan looked at Kai silently.

"I didn't expect it to be that strong..."

Kai whispered.

Kurenai walked outside and looked at the two of them strangely.

"What are you all talking about here?"

"Something's come up; I need to go see Tsunade."

Jingyan knew.

Such commotion might have already alerted the secret service. Rather than waiting for them to come looking for us, it's better to take the initiative and confess. At least we'll have the upper hand.

Tsunade is the most suitable person to step forward.

He immediately ran to the back of the hospital and revealed his idea of ​​having Kai try to realize a special physical technique under the Eight Gates by using air as a medium.

Tsunade was speechless after hearing this.

Wearing it...

She had heard about it, but she never expected that the truth behind her injury was this.

It caused a landslide.

Is there really such an exaggerated technique?

However, she dared not be careless and immediately led him to the Hokage Building.

On the way, Kyohiko also mentioned another matter.

Yakushi Nono.

If she is indeed the medical ninja of Root, then a place like the medical squad would undoubtedly be more suitable for her than staying in Root or the Anbu.

"I'll do my best... Come with me too."

Tsunade had a headache.

It's not the issue of wearing the hat that's difficult, but rather the situation that follows.

The Eight Gates Formation.

From now on, it will likely become the ultimate pursuit for taijutsu ninjas, but it is a terrifying forbidden technique. Without years of training, it is impossible to use it safely like Dai.

In the future, physical examinations for taijutsu ninjas at Konoha Hospital will likely have to be carried out year-round without any slackening.

"Let's go."

……

"Was the destructive power truly caused by physical combat techniques?"

Whose martial arts look like this?

At this moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt like he was falling behind the times.

"Opening the eighth gate of the Eight Gates Formation is certain death, but before the eighth gate, one can improve their body through training to offset the damage caused by opening the gate."

Jingyan explained.

Tsunade glanced at it and said, "Don't try to teach it carelessly. The Eight Gates Formation isn't something anyone can learn. It requires incredibly focused training, and focus and perseverance are also talents."

"I see."

Jingyan nodded in agreement.

Not everyone has the focus and perseverance of Dai, Kai, and Li, but...

"For those who only know taijutsu but have become ninjas, taijutsu is their only lifeline; they have only one choice."

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Tsunade both fell silent.

In Konoha, there are indeed ninjas who only know taijutsu, and these are the ninjas with the highest mortality rate on the battlefield.

After some debate, Tsunade ultimately supported Kyohiko and proposed implementing a series of specialized examinations for taijutsu ninjas, at the lowest possible cost.

Having trainees like Lin conduct the checks can reduce both time and cost, while also providing a training effect.

but.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed, "The Eight Gates is a forbidden technique and must not be spread casually. Let's discuss this later!"

"Master, I've heard that one of Danzo's subordinates is skilled in medical ninjutsu, and I'd like her to come with me."

Tsunade went straight to the point and made the request.

Hiruzen Sarutobi raised an eyebrow, then shook his head: "She is a rare intelligence talent, and I cannot hand her over to you for the time being."

"Intelligence? She's a rare medical talent, and would she be willing to do intelligence work? I'd like to talk to her!"

Tsunade said.

"Impossible, don't even think about it."

Hiruzen Sarutobi refused outright.

He stood up, looked at Tsunade, and said, "Tsunade, your current position is merely the head of the psychology department at Konoha Hospital. What she does is not up to you. Wait until you truly become Hokage before interfering in Anbu's affairs!"

Even though Tsunade had been training her emotional control recently, she couldn't help but explode at this moment.

Her gaze was cold, and she uttered only one word.

"good!"

"Let's go!"

Tsunade grabbed Kyohiko and led him outside.

……

Leave the Hokage's office.

Tsunade took a few steps, then suddenly stopped: "Kyohiko, you should focus on studying the Yin Seal lately and stay home as much as possible."

"it is good."

Kyohiko realized—

Tsunade and the others may be about to make a move!

He turned his head and said, "Are you starting?"

"Um."

Tsunade nodded. "Danzo is creating Guardian Ninjas in Kyoto, but we can't even get that much power. We're in a very passive position."

Her gaze turned cold.

"We must take the initiative!"

"But……"

"During this period, none of the ninja villages dare to launch a war, and our alliance with Kumogakure is still in effect for the time being, making this the most opportune time."

Tsunade's mind is made up.

"I will use education reform as an opportunity to launch a counterattack against the old man."

"He forced me to do this!"

Tsunade strode away.

After thinking about it, Jingyan decided to stay home and rest.

When Tsunade launches her attack, the village will be thrown into chaos temporarily, and given her current condition, it's easy for her to get caught up in the chaos if she goes out.

After devising strategies, it's time to protect yourself and avoid getting caught in the vortex.

……

Soon, two or three months had passed.

During this time, Minato Namikaze had returned, and they even went out together to carry out two relatively simple A-rank missions, while in Konoha—

The conflict escalated further.

First, Hiruzen Sarutobi's case study book has been published. After careful selection, the cases in it are quite educational.

Meanwhile, Tsunade and Jiraiya were secretly plotting and had also begun their own schemes.

The reform of education tiered system has been revived.

Textbooks are being revised.

Such news spread rapidly in Konoha, and Tsunade's popularity soared.

Education and healthcare are her main areas of governance.

The general public is also very concerned.

but.

Hiruzen Sarutobi has his own advantages—

He is still the Hokage.

However, an unexpected event made his position as Hokage less secure.

The secret of protecting the ninja has been leaked!

This has nothing to do with Tsunade or Jiraiya, as they were also the ones who agreed to keep the news under wraps. Kyohiko couldn't determine whether it was Orochimaru or Danzo who was behind it.

but.

The consequences it caused were severe.

While Danzo's becoming a Guardian Ninja doesn't exactly make him a rogue ninja, from the village's perspective, his status as a Guardian Ninja is quite ambiguous.

even.

As a result, Hiruzen Sarutobi became quite controversial within the village.

……

The Land of Fire, the Valley of the End.

One person stood before the stone statue of Uchiha Madara, gazing up at it for a long time without speaking.

Footsteps sounded behind me.

"Why did you choose this place?"

The visitor parted the leaves, and it was none other than Jiraiya.

This was the first time Jiraiya had seen Orochimaru since returning from Tsunade's place. He would have been happier if he hadn't read the Anbu's information beforehand.

But now.

Jiraiya felt only doubt and heartache.

"Jiraiya".

Orochimaru didn't turn around.

but.

He could sense that the person behind him was not at peace.

He smiled, swallowed back what he was about to say, and turned to look at the two statues above.

"You know what? I once imagined that one day we would fight them under them, then go our separate ways, and after Tsunade left, only you would remain in Konoha among the Sannin..."

Jiraiya, however, questioned, "Why did you believe Danzo's nonsense?"

"You actually know about the Anbu and Root? Did you take over the Anbu after Danzo was forced to leave?"

Orochimaru scoffed, "Do you think the old man's gone mad, or is he trying to take advantage of your stupid mind?"

Jiraiya was put in charge of the Dark Division.

This was the funniest joke he had ever heard.

Jiraiya's expression was serious: "Whether you were being used or went mad, what I care about is why you believed Danzo and participated in that kind of research?"

"Believe? Danzo and I used each other, each getting what we needed, that's all."

Orochimaru turned his head, a slight smile playing on his lips. "Life is too fragile. I want to pursue the secret of immortality, but unfortunately, even someone as strong as Hashirama Senju will die. Even if you transplant his cells, you cannot achieve immortality."

Jiraiya was shocked, and then heartbroken.

eternal life.

That was the answer I got.

He couldn't believe it: "Why did you become like this?"

"Change? It's just that you've never truly understood me."

Orochimaru said indifferently.

He smiled, but seemed rather disheartened, and waved his hand, saying, "Alright, let's get down to business. You're not asking about old stories, are you?"

"You were the one who did Danzo's deeds, weren't you?"

Jiraiya asked seriously.

Orochimaru's lips curled slightly: "Yes."

"Whatever your motives, don't you understand the consequences of doing this? Sunagakure and Iwagakure have been eyeing us covetously, and while Kumogakure is allied with us, they also harbor hostile intentions. Now is not the time to turn against us!"

Jiraiya couldn't understand it either.

Orochimaru looked up.

"The old man is rotten, stubborn, and inflexible. He refuses to make any changes, and ridiculously, he thinks this is a good thing."

He looked at Jiraiya.

"Do you know what happens when a puddle of water doesn't move?"

"It will turn into stagnant water."

Orochimaru didn't expect Jiraiya to answer.

He licked his lips and chuckled, "Do you remember when each village made the most progress?"

"Yes, during the Second Hokage era, because there was war everywhere, everyone was researching new ninjutsu and new combat tactics in order to win and survive."

Orochimaru's words were extremely persuasive, but unfortunately...

He was facing Jiraiya.

Jiraiya longed for peace.

Even now, having discovered that the old methods of "love" and "communication" no longer work, and while searching for new ways out, he still doesn't believe that war is a good thing.

however.

As a partner, Orochimaru actually expects and even instigates the war!

"Orochimaru, if one day I find out that you betrayed the village for your goal of immortality, I will truly kill you as you wish!"

After saying that, Jiraiya turned and left.

Orochimaru watched the retreating figure in silence.

Then, he gave a cold laugh and muttered something under his breath.

"idiot!"

(End of this chapter)