Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Hokage Building.

Hiruzen Sarutobi held a forbidden technique notebook left behind by Tobirama Senju, reading it with great interest.

He increasingly understood why he had previously held this teacher in such high esteem, and why all the hidden villages were so wary of him…

Tobirama Senju was indeed a super genius!

Impure World Reincarnation Technique, Flying Thunder God Technique, Mutually Multiplying Explosive Tags Technique, Soul Imprisonment Technique...

These forbidden techniques concerning the soul and space are all ingeniously conceived.

It has both imaginative thinking and a down-to-earth structure.

This is a true all-rounder, possessing all seven chakra natures and being proficient in sealing techniques.

Their conventional combat methods are also remarkable; they've mastered the art of water escape techniques, making the most of its properties and form variations.

"What a waste! How can such a good thing be left unused?" Hiruzen Sarutobi complained to himself, mobilizing his chakra and pondering the intricacies of the matter.

He also has a tiny bit of talent.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi had mostly focused on "learning" in the past, he had not developed many groundbreaking ninjutsu.

But it's not too late to start researching now!

"The materials for the Impure World Reincarnation technique are indeed a major problem, but the ethics involved are irrelevant..."

The soul and the body are a complementary pair; if they become imbalanced, problems are bound to arise.

Moreover, even the impure earth body can hardly be called a physical body.

"The conversion rate isn't ideal either, but this technique must be perfected so it can be the village's trump card."

According to data from Tobirama Senju's experiments.

In the current version of Edo Tensei, an average Jonin, when used as material to resurrect an Edo Tensei body, can only exert a chakra limit at the Chunin level.

No wonder they can only be used as human bombs, as the fuse for multiplying detonators.

However, there is clearly room for improvement. Tobirama Senju has proposed some ideas, but he hasn't had time to verify them yet...

"You're truly a treasure trove of talent, teacher..."

"I miss you more and more." Hiruzen Sarutobi looked up at the portrait of the Second Hokage on the office wall and smiled.

Before retrieving these forbidden technique notes, he also reviewed the village's records of forbidden technique applications.

Orochimaru's name appears frequently.

They applied to borrow all the books that might involve forbidden techniques of the second generation.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had refused many times before.

After reviewing the books that Orochimaru had applied for, Hiruzen Sarutobi filtered out the overlapping content within them.

soul.

While it's not necessarily 100%, it's highly likely that Orochimaru has a great interest in 'souls'.

"This brat is actually on the same wavelength as me..." Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled.

Once the research and development of the "pill" yielded initial results, the Hokage decided to give Orochimaru more responsibilities.

If you want to become Hokage, you have to do the work...

This period also allowed Hiruzen Sarutobi to gain a deeper understanding of these ninjutsu.

Trusting Orochimaru is one thing, but trusting him is another.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi was confident he could build a mentor-student, father-son, and friend-like relationship with Orochimaru, he couldn't just be a client who only threw money at people and assigned tasks…

You need professional knowledge; someone like Danzo who only knows how to keep asking about progress will be looked down upon by researchers…

He believed that Orochimaru would soon come to him and ask him questions.

After all, there's no longer any distance between the two of them.

Bang, bang, bang!

A knock came at the door.

Sakumo Hatake and Minato Namikaze walked in.

"Hokage-sama! Third Hokage-sama!"

"You're here? Don't stand, sit down..." Hiruzen Sarutobi put away his notebook and kindly asked them to sit down, tossing the apples on the table to the two of them.

"Biwako insisted that I bring her here, so please help me eliminate these enemies."

Sakumo Hatake smiled and readily accepted it: "Thank you, Third Hokage. I haven't had breakfast yet..."

Minato Namikaze was somewhat stunned. Although he had excellent mental fortitude, this was, after all, his first time having private, small-scale contact with Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Is Naruto really that approachable?

"Sakumo, are you getting used to your job as vice minister?" Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up an apple and ate it with the two of them.

"The thing you've been mentioning frequently is indeed a problem, and we should pay more attention to it in the future," Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.

"You're my direct contact, and I'll be giving you more responsibilities in the future. Are you confident?"

Sakumo Hatake blinked, and the two exchanged a glance, quickly understanding what Hiruzen Sarutobi meant.

This refers to his previous report about the abnormal development of the root...

Now, the roots have been cut off and blended into the shadows.

Danzo Shimura also became a vice minister at the same level as him.

"Hokage-sama, leave it to me!" Hatake Sakumo's tone was calm, yet it revealed a firm resolve.

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in satisfaction.

Sakumo Hatake, a samurai by birth, is like a loyal and sharp blade, worthy of his trust.

This also relates to the future handling of Danzo Shimura.

If Hiruzen Sarutobi performs well enough in the Kumogakure incident, he wouldn't mind appointing Danzo Shimura as the head of the Anbu, but he would have to revoke Danzo's personnel authority.

The appointment of the deputy head of the Anbu, the captains of each squad, and even the squad leaders, as well as the composition of the squad members, all require his attention as the Hokage.

After all, it's an assistant role, and they have to hold a real position.

However, Danzo's abilities, if used properly, can still accomplish some things.

However, we must restrict him and prevent him from establishing an independent kingdom.

"Sakumo, I have an idea regarding the security and defense of the village."

Hiruzen Sarutobi handed him a document: "Combine Inuzuka, Aburame, and Hyuga, and add the Uchiha to create a multi-faceted defense."

Inuzuka's sense of smell, Aburame's ability to detect insects, Hinata's X-ray vision...

And the Uchiha's red eyes.

When these forces combine, it will be much more difficult for the enemy to infiltrate.

Sakumo Hatake pondered for a moment: "Hokage-sama, this suggestion is good, but can the village's finances afford it?"

This idea has been proposed before, but it has always been hampered by the issue of "money".

Although the Hidden Village is a military group with a certain degree of coercion, without the basic resource of 'money,' any system can hardly sustain itself...

The village's income consists of government funding and a percentage of task rewards.

With these additional security teams, the expenses will increase significantly.

Like the Uchiha clan...

Every year, Konohagakure allocates a large sum of money to its guard department…

After all, even if you target them, you can't just leave them trapped in the village and starving, can you?

If that were the case, then even a rebellion would have a legitimate reason to break out.

"Don't worry about the money, Shuo Mao..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi laughed: "I've already decided to donate a portion of my assets to the village. It's just a patrol team of a dozen or so people; they can easily support it for a few years."

"There will be dedicated funding later, and I, as the Hokage, will find a way to secure it."

"The most urgent task is to ensure the safety of the villagers; we cannot delay any longer!"

Upon hearing this, Hatake Sakumo's eyes widened slightly, a rare occurrence for him: "Won't this...won't this affect your life?"

"Of course it will have an impact. With better security, I can handle official business with peace of mind..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi naturally replied, "What do you think?"

Minato Namikaze was listening quietly, unaware of why he had been summoned today.

Upon hearing this, he looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with a hint of reverence.

"Don't worry about me. What would a Hokage like me need money for?"

"Just leave some for Asuma and Shinnosuke to get married."

Money didn't mean much to Hiruzen Sarutobi; what he needed was to improve the village...

Needless to say, Hatake Sakumo was someone they wanted to groom as a confidant.

As for Minato Namikaze, the young hero who rescued Kushina, a genius at such a young age who could defeat an elite team of Kumogakure...

Moreover, he was his own grand-disciple.

I naturally have a very good impression of her.

The best way to win over a genius is to establish a good relationship with them as they grow up.

"Kid, do you know how to address me?" Hiruzen Sarutobi teased Minato Namikaze.

"Of course, it's the Third Generation Lord..."

Minato Namikaze suddenly understood what Hiruzen Sarutobi meant, and changed his address to "Grandmaster!"

"Hey, you've got a sweet tongue..." Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled.

"Your affair with Kushina is good! Jiraiya is a bit impulsive sometimes. If he can't handle some training or life matters, he can come directly to me, his grandmaster."

Minato Namikaze nodded obediently: "Thank you, Master!"

Sakumo Hatake, who was standing to the side, twitched his eyebrows.

This kid looks like he's a bit of a simpleton, but he's actually quite clever.

They seem to be of the same kind, this blond guy…

"Choose ninjas with outstanding sensory ninjutsu, relatively average combat ability, and a preference for stability... For security work, don't force ninjas with complex abilities to join; wasting talent is not a good thing."

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Sakumo Hatake instructed: "The staff should be around twenty people, and it should comply with the rotation system of the Anbu. Everything should be based on actual effectiveness."

Sakumo Hatake nodded very solemnly: "Hokage-sama, please rest assured!"

The Hokage is paying for everyone's security out of his own pocket; if he still can't handle this...

Even Sakumo Hatake himself was unwilling to forgive himself.

He is a very simple person.

He loved this village because of that glimmer of light emanating from the Will of Fire.

Ninjas are not tools; comrades are not consumables.

As long as the Will of Fire remains unchanged, Sakumo Hatake will be willing to do anything...

"Minato, I have a mission for you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly said, "I heard from Jiraiya that you made suggestions regarding the security of the Anbu... Once Sakumo's side is ready, you can go and check on the village's security from time to time."

"We've discovered the flaw; your master will give you special tutoring from now on!"

Upon hearing this, Minato Namikaze's eyes lit up immediately: "I understand!"

He turned his head and said to Hatake Sakumo, "Lord Sakumo, excuse me..."

Sakumo Hatake smiled slightly: "Kid, don't speak too soon!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi watched this scene with satisfaction.

That evening...

When Kakashi Hatake returned home, he had a scrunched-up face.

"Father..."

"I want to graduate! Ninja Academy is so boring, I want to become a ninja!"

Ever since that day at the training ground, he was treated like a toy and tossed around by Jiraiya and Sakumo Hatake.

Kakashi, who considered himself a genius, suffered a significant blow. Even though he was still a little kid, he was very proud.

With such a huge gap, why waste time at the ninja academy? Won't the gap only widen in the future?

That won't do!

Sakumo Hatake looked up at his son and chuckled.

Foolish son, you have no idea what a wonderful life you're living...

Isn't a carefree life at school good enough?

Whether in the Warring States period or during times of war, such days are hard to find even with a lantern…

These young kids these days really don't know how lucky they are!

"There are a lot of formidable kids in your school, Kakashi..."

"That one from the Uchiha clan."

"There are even kids who didn't get into school, but they have extraordinary potential."

Sakumo Hatake thought of Might and his son.

His son's hard work and the calluses on his hands left a deep impression on him.

Kakashi curled his lip.

Who believes it?

A sudden, wicked idea flashed into Sakumo Hatake's mind.

"Do you know Minato Namikaze? The blond male ninja..."

"I know, what's wrong, Father?" Kakashi replied, puzzled.

"He's very strong? I've vaguely heard the teacher mention him..."

"If you can successfully ambush him, I'll allow you to graduate."

Sakumo Hatake asked in a serious tone, "How was it?"

"Father, you said it yourself, it's a deal!" Kakashi crossed his arms, looking like a cool little guy.

It's just a sneak attack, not a defeat, what's so difficult about that?

"Okay, it's a deal..."

At that moment, he was thinking the same thing to himself.

Perhaps I should report the matter of the Ninja Academy to the Third Hokage?

We need to make things more difficult for these kids!

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Two chapters combined, a long chapter of 4,000 words! Consider it an extra chapter, please vote with your monthly tickets!! New book needs your support!

The idea behind Xiaofan's book is...

The story unfolds through a deduction-based narrative, with Hiruzen Sarutobi, who dedicates himself entirely to the village and also makes himself powerful, serving as the driving force of the plot.

Therefore, it involves group portraits, and sometimes the writing may seem quite detailed.

If it's a chapter like this, then I'll update it as much as possible so that you readers can enjoy it to your heart's content.

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The following is an explanation of the timelines for Kakashi, Might Guy, and Shisui, which does not affect the main plot.

Saves money version: Kakashi entered school at the age of five and graduated immediately, Might Guy hadn't even entered school yet, and Shisui was in the same class.

Readers who don't care can skip this; it's just for discussion and to show that I put a lot of effort into the setting.

Let's start with Kakashi.

First, there's the setting book, which states that Kakashi graduated at age five, became a Chunin at age six, and a Jonin at age twelve.

The problem is that neither the manga nor the TV series version reflects this point.

Kakashi joined the Anbu when he was very young, and at that time he said that he did not care about his teammates, which caused many unpleasantness between him and others.

However, there are also clear scenes showing Kakashi, Obito, and others participating in the Chunin Exams, which makes it very unsettling.

Did the ANBU (Anbu) go back to training and become a genin?

Let's talk about Matt Kay again.

Might Guy's enrollment age was two years different from Kakashi's; this is according to the official setting.

However, the storyline includes scenes of Might Guy failing his entrance exam and having to retake it, as well as scenes of him attending the opening ceremony with Kakashi. I have pictures of these scenes here; they are not fan-made interpretations.

Finally, there's the topic of stopping water flow, which actually has very little content.

Two things are clear: he participated in the Third Shinobi World War as a child and earned the name Shisui of the Body Flicker, and he was about five years older than Itachi Uchiha.

So the setting here is that Kakashi entered the academy at the age of five and wanted to graduate, Might Guy hadn't even entered yet, and Uchiha Shisui was already at the ninja academy.

Thank you for your support, dear readers!