Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Hiruzen Sarutobi placed his hand on Danzo Shimura's shoulder.

It was covered in scorching lightning chakra.

As a seasoned ninja, Shimura Danzo instinctively shrank his neck, his body subconsciously feeling uneasy.

But the physical unease was nothing compared to the unease in his heart.

When did Hiruzen reach such a level in Kumogakure taijutsu?

From the time Brubi's body was sent to the analysis team to the time the report was issued, even if the Hokage could get it in advance, it would only take a maximum of ten days!

Do you still have this kind of talent now?

You shouldn't be so engrossed in endless meetings and paperwork, letting the pressure of being the Shadow crush you, even if you use secret techniques to look like a young man...

But in essence, shouldn't you have put in more effort and thought of so many systems to balance and win over the ninja clan?

How do you still have time to cultivate?!

Danzo Shimura's thoughts were filled with unease and doubt. His eyes widened slightly, and for a moment he didn't even have time to reply to Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, as if he were stunned.

"There were many geniuses in Konoha, but they all called me a genius."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's words were undoubtedly referring to him, weren't they?

He was known as a genius of the Shimura clan from a young age, until he met Hiruzen Sarutobi, and no matter how they sparred, he could never beat him…

My thoughts drifted away.

"Don't let my appearance fool you, I'm confident I'm the strongest among you, I'll cover the rear." The conversation about Tobirama Senju's death, buried deep in his memory, also surfaced.

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't urge him, and the lightning on his body slowly disappeared.

With his hands resting on the back of Shimura Danzo's chair, he shook his head and chuckled, saying to the meeting attendees, "Our advisor is too tired; he needs a good rest..."

"His trip to Kumogakure was no easy feat; he personally led the team to capture prisoners and plant spies, enduring hardships and sleeping outdoors!"

Everyone laughed good-naturedly.

And then they heard him tell them to rest.

Danzo Shimura suddenly snapped back to reality: "No, I don't need to rest!"

Forget about resting, if you slack off even a little bit more, you'll fall further and further behind!

Does this mean we won't even be able to see Hiruzen's back?

This was something that was even harder for Danzo Shimura to accept than the fact that he would never become Hokage...

"Rest when you need to; a balance between work and rest is essential for long-term success."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and said, "I was counting on your Wind Release techniques to hone my ninjutsu..."

"How about it? Let's find an opportunity to have a long-awaited spar sometime?"

Shimura Danzo secretly gritted his teeth and honed his ninjutsu.

I really wish I could blow you to death with a single Wind Release: Vacuum Wave!

On the surface, he still had to force a smile: "Hehe, Hiruzen, you were indeed called a genius by many people before, even Tobirama-sama said so."

"But my Wind Release technique is quite good, so you'd better watch out, or I might just win..." Shimura Danzo tried to save face by desperately trying to save some dignity.

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't let the words fall flat, nodding: "Of course. In my heart, you are the strongest Wind Release ninja in the ninja world. Those people from Sunagakure are far inferior to you."

Upon hearing this, Shimura Danzo was stunned.

He's actually speaking up for himself? Hiruzen, what are you trying to do...?

Putting aside the fact that Hiruzen used him to establish his authority, shouldn't we have avoided plotting against him?

And to be fair, they were the ones who provoked first...

At that moment, Shimura Danzo was surprised to find that a trace of regret had surfaced in his heart.

"Danzo, I saw your ability to coordinate and organize during this mission."

Hiruzen Sarutobi did not return to his seat. Instead, he rested his hands on the back of Danzo's chair, looking relaxed. "You'll be the head of the Anbu. Do a good job and don't let the village and me down."

Danzo Shimura unconsciously straightened his back: "Yes, Third Hokage!"

Jiraiya chuckled and subconsciously rolled his eyes.

This martial uncle isn't exactly tough either.

It seems like you can't stand being criticized or praised by your teacher?

He's not even as good as me!

In the past, this was due to the existence of the so-called "dark training department," or the root.

The positions of minister and deputy minister of the secret service have been vacant for a long time, and the operation is mainly carried out by the squad leaders.

After all, Root is nominally an ANBU branch, but its captain is assisted by the Hokage, which makes things complicated...

In Hiruzen Sarutobi's view, Danzo Shimura possessed outstanding talent in the field of ANBU operations.

He has no problem being a minister; the problem lies in his inflated desires and ambitions.

Therefore, what he, as the Hokage, needed to do was to firmly control the personnel appointments of the four squad leaders and the squad leaders of each platoon.

"Hizashi, I've seen your performance lately. Do you have the confidence to take on more responsibilities?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked.

The Hokage had naturally noticed Hyuga Hizashi's attempt to play along.

The young man is capable, has the right attitude, and has a valuable status; there's no reason not to hire him.

As for experience…

Let Sakumo mentor him more.

"Lord Hokage! Your will is the direction Hizashi will follow, even at the cost of his life!" Hyuga Hizashi stood up abruptly, his voice strong and resolute.

"It wasn't my will, but for the sake of the village." Hiruzen Sarutobi coughed lightly, correcting Hizashi Hyuga's statement.

"By order, Hyuga Hizashi is appointed captain of the second squad of the Anbu."

"Koharu, En, Danzo, what are your thoughts?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked in a very democratic manner.

All three said they had no objections.

If it were on another day, we could have discussed Hyuga Hizashi's abilities as a new member of the Anbu.

After all, although he works very hard, he is still relatively inexperienced.

But the situation and atmosphere today are really not suitable for having any opinions.

Orochimaru, seated below, watched Hiruzen Sarutobi's effortless demeanor and unconsciously licked his lips with his long tongue.

They completely seized control of the Dark Division as if they were having a casual chat.

And looking at Shimura Danzo's expression, there was actually a tiny bit of gratitude.

"It must be my imagination, right? Why would that guy have that expression..."

"But one thing is certain: the teacher's weight is getting heavier and heavier," Orochimaru thought to himself, while also learning Hiruzen Sarutobi's techniques.

Later, when he became the Fourth Hokage, these were all practical methods!

"During this period, we must pay special attention to the security of the village. Kumogakure will definitely send out a large number of spies to find the source of the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki incident."

"We must wipe them all out of the village!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi asked Sakumo Hatake, "How's the patrol team formation going?"

Sakumo, who hadn't participated in the Cloud Village operation but had been listening quietly during the meeting, stood up and replied, "It's already been tested, and the ninjas from Inuzuka, Aburame, and the Uchiha clan have all been very enthusiastic about participating."

"As you wish, I selected a group of experienced ninjas who had old injuries or whose age made it difficult for them to undertake high-intensity missions on the front lines. They are all grateful for this stable job."

"The scent of Inuzuka, the insects of Aburame, the perception of the Uchiha, and the help of Hizashi's Byakugan."

"I am confident that I can take the village's security level to the next level!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded slightly, then smiled and teased Hizashi Hyuga, "Hizashi, you really are a very busy person..."

Hyuga Hizashi smiled too; this feeling of being needed by the village was wonderful!

Furthermore, he also recognized Sakumo Hatake's voice-over.

— One eye roll isn't enough.

Meanwhile, in the secret service, Hizashi, who was similar to Sakumo's apprentice, also knew that there were still several vacant positions in the patrol force.

It goes without saying who it was intended for.

"Brothers from the branch family, wait for me!" This thought flashed through Hyuga Hizashi's mind.

And after the meeting ended.

Orochimaru stayed behind and found Hiruzen Sarutobi.

He produced a small fragment of the Eight-Tailed Gyūki's (Eight-Tailed Gyūki) organization: "Teacher, look at this!"