Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Chapter 125 Tobirama Senju: Danzo has been seriously marked

"Wow!!!"

The children from the ninja academy erupted in deafening cheers.

Under this strange propaganda, students at Konoha's ninja academy generally believed they were not weak, but that ninjas from other villages were also very strong.

Therefore, he had no pride or complacency whatsoever, and was always looking for his own shortcomings.

When Mei Terumi and Yuki demonstrated their bloodline limit ninjutsu, it made them feel anxious.

Bloodline limit ninjutsu is indeed powerful and superior.

Konoha also has many ninja clans, secret techniques, and many bloodline limits.

However, there were none of the chakra nature fusion techniques, such as Ice Release, Boil Release, and Lava Release.

Therefore, in the hearts of the ninja academy students.

Konoha's possession of techniques like the Sharingan, Byakugan, Uzumaki Sealing Technique, Flying Thunder God Technique, Ino-Shika-Cho, Aburame Inu-kai Secret Technique, and Kurama Genjutsu is not enough!

With only this much, I'm afraid it won't be enough to cope with the torrential rain outside.

Because others have quite a lot too!

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi's Ice Release technique miraculously filled this gap—

Although the combat power boost from the opponent Sarutobi Megumi's Swimming Release technique was not significant.

But the children of Konoha have an inexplicable obsession with all categories of things—

It feels like you only feel a little more at ease when you have everything.

"Hokage-sama! Hokage-sama!"

A deafening roar of cheers echoed through the training grounds, and every ninja academy student looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with reverence, their eyes seemingly shining with light.

Not just Ice Release—

It's an ice technique with such immense power!

Compared to Hiruzen Sarutobi's Ice Release Paradise, the icicles of "Snow" seem rather cute.

"Father, how did you do that?" Asuma rushed over, his face full of excitement.

Being the Hokage wasn't something Asuma considered prestigious.

But in front of his classmates at the Ninja Academy, Dad effortlessly created an Ice Release paradise—

That would be incredibly prestigious!

The next moment, Shimura Danzo teleported to Hiruzen Sarutobi's side.

However, although he had a lot of questions he wanted to ask, he didn't know what to say when he opened his mouth—

You can't exactly shout that you're cultivating now without me, and that you're making rapid progress all by yourself, can you?

Then you might as well quit being the Hokage's assistant and just blend in with the young and happy group of ninja academy students.

"Isn't the Sarutobi clan good at Fire Release?" Asuma asked excitedly, shaking Hiruzen Sarutobi's arm.

"Lord Hokage, your ancestors were related to the Land of Water or the Ice Release clan—"

"Are you... related?" Xue couldn't help but ask.

In the perception of snow.

Even the most skilled ice-style ninja in their clan, when using it at full power, could only achieve a similar effect to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The problem is, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't even break a sweat, and didn't seem to be exerting any effort at all.

He didn't even bother to gather chakra; he just casually formed a few hand seals, yet it possessed such power—

Xue strongly suspects that even Hiruzen Sarutobi might be able to use Ice Release without a seal!

"What nonsense! My father is a pure-blooded member of the Sarutobi clan, and my grandfather is Sarutobi Sasuke!"

Asuma turned around and glared at Yuki with considerable displeasure: "My grandmother was also a famous female ninja in the Land of Fire. Our lineage has lived on this land for five hundred years!"

Xue quickly waved her hand and apologized, "That's not what I meant! I've just never seen anyone master Ice Release after birth, so I misspoke. Please forgive me—"

After saying that, he bowed.

Only then did he realize that the Konoha ninja that Kaguya Nakamaro attacked was actually the Hokage's son.

Xue felt a little dizzy.

This should be placed in the Fog Concealment area.

He was certain that he was in deep trouble, even though he was just a companion to Kaguya Nakamaro.

Some of the Snow Clan members did not oppose the Third Mizukage, but they were still captured.

Because of the collective punishment system implemented in the Hidden Mist Village.

It's not enough for the person to be without problems.

For you to pass the test, your friends, mission companions, and clansmen must also be fine and extremely supportive of the Third Mizukage.

If Xue Pao Konoha was in the same situation, then his year in Konoha wouldn't have been about fleeing, but about fighting for survival at the last minute.

"Alright, the young man didn't mean anything by it, don't take it to heart."

"But you, kid, you don't keep mentioning your grandfather's name at the ninja academy, do you?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi patted Asuma's head: "It's good to remember the family's history and heritage, but first and foremost, remember that we are all comrades of Konoha."

Asuma squinted his eyes contentedly: "Don't worry, Father, this is only for the ninjas outside the village! I certainly wouldn't treat my classmates like this. With Brother Qingshui and me around, everyone gets along very equally, and no one puts on airs like a ninja—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head and chuckled.

I never expected Asuma to have this function—

In a way, this fostered better relations between ninja clans and ordinary ninjas.

Because the son of the Hokage and the Second Hokage—no, the strongest genius of the Uchiha clan—have become friends with everyone.

Then the other ninja clans would naturally lower their stance and communicate with each other on an equal footing.

Who can be more domineering than the two of them?

In a sense, Asma was doing something similar to "Lady Biwa's diplomacy".

"To help Hiruzen Sarutobi conduct 'son diplomacy' with the new generation of Konoha."

This is of great significance.

Asuma's recitations of Hiruzen Sarutobi's quotes and training anecdotes were the students' favorite entertainment during mealtimes at the Ninja Academy.

This made each of them feel close to the Hokage, understand the details of Hiruzen Sarutobi's life, and feel a greater sense of reality and closeness to the image of the Third Hokage.

Xue was taken aback. Was the Kage of Konoha really this easygoing?

Still shaken, he bowed ninety degrees to Hiruzen Sarutobi: "Hokage-sama, thank you for your forgiveness!"

"This boy has fear in his heart—" Hiruzen Sarutobi thought to himself.

The reason he made a deal with Master Yuan was that he didn't want adult ninjas from Kirigakure to work for him, but rather these young ninjas.

Aside from anticipating that these young ninjas possessed bloodline limits and preparing to copy them, that was the main reason.

The mindsets of older ninjas have mostly been hardened by the cruelty of the ninja world, making them difficult to assimilate.

But it's different for child prodigies—

Geniuses are more likely to have a relatively strong sense of self, and young people are also more receptive to new things.

According to Hinata's information—

Hiruzen Sarutobi was not optimistic about the Third Mizukage's prospect of consolidating Kirigakure with an iron fist.

Although he was experienced, he lacked popular support, and his defeat by Hozuki Gengetsu put him at a disadvantage from the start.

When he first became the Third Mizukage, he failed to promptly eliminate the remaining forces of Hozuki Gengetsu.

Instead, they were allowed to develop for over twenty years in the hope of a peaceful resolution, which allowed them to become deeply entrenched within Kirigakure and transform into a behemoth.

If the Third Mizukage had initiated the Bloody Mist Village as soon as he took office, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt there was a certain possibility of success.

The Third Mizukage's toughness was, in Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes, actually a form of weakness.

They only resort to the most ruthless methods when things are out of control.

What was originally a problem involving only a few dozen people has escalated into an conflict with thousands.

Moreover—

The Third Mizukage faced not only internal resistance from Kirigakure.

There's also Hiruzen Sarutobi, from a mysterious foreign force within the Land of Fire, who is nurturing the seeds for his rebellion against the Blood Mist Village—

"You kids, come here—" Hiruzen Sarutobi beckoned to Mei Terumi and the others with a smile.

As the gesture of waving appeared, numerous ice sculptures emerged on the ground, depicting a variety of lifelike animals and plants, instantly elevating the immersive experience of the Ice Escape Park to another level.

The so-called layman looks at the excitement and the insider looks at the doorway.

Danzo's heart sank.

This ability proves that Hiruzen has mastered the nature and form transformation of Ice Release chakra.

How long before he mastered Ice Release?

Why didn't you tell me you finished repairing it?

Danzo gritted his teeth inwardly.

Mei Terumi and the others were also stunned.

As ninjas of the Blood Mist Village, their focus is always on the lethality of ninjutsu.

Regarding Hiruzen Sarutobi's Ice Release technique, its release speed and range—

If what was being made was an ice cone instead of an ice sculpture—

They had absolutely no chance of surviving.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took in the expressions of Mei Terumi and the others, and smiled to himself.

Normally, communicating with adult ninjas doesn't require displaying force, because they know what the title of "Kage" represents and have sufficient understanding of their strength and status.

But the young ninjas were different.

Just like Hiruzen Sarutobi, who, in his previous life, pondered whether Tsinghua or Peking University was better when he was in school—

Young ninjas often lack a clear understanding of their own strength, with many believing that even a "Kage" isn't that strong, and that they might be able to challenge them in a couple of years.

Therefore, the best way to communicate with young ninjas is to first demonstrate your strength, and then reason with them in a gentle manner.

A long time ago, Hiruzen Sarutobi believed that one should not use force to communicate with children.

This led to Asuma's annoyance and rebellion.

But ever since Asuma saw Hiruzen Sarutobi sparring with Orochimaru and Minato Namikaze.

That old rebellious streak has long been thrown away and I don't even know where it came from.

Every day at the ninja academy, he would talk about how much his father cared for the village and how hard he trained.

This attracted the attention of Tobirama Senju.

I think Hiruzen is really resourceful; sending his own son to the Ninja Academy as a shill—I can't believe he even thought of that!

Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi had thought.

After Mei Terumi subtly demonstrated her Ice Release technique, the others immediately showed great respect and jogged over.

"Lord Hokage, please give us your instructions—" Mei Terumi asked respectfully, as she was the leader of the four.

"Don't be nervous—" Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand gently, signaling them to relax.

"Your mission in Konoha has suddenly changed to communication, so it's normal to feel a little uncomfortable."

"But now that you've come to Konoha, spend this year experiencing the local customs and culture. Your elders and masters should have told you that you don't have any extra tasks."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a chuckle.

Mei Terumi was startled. How did the Hokage know what Master Genji had said?

The respectful expressions on their faces deepened.

Actually, Hiruzen Sarutobi was just guessing.

Because Master Yuan was rigid, but not stupid.

If Kirigakure could be so thoroughly intimidated by Hyuga Hizashi and his patrol, and still rely on these teenagers as spies, then Kirigakure probably wouldn't have survived until now.

"I also know that you are most likely not what are called genin or ninja academy students."

"But it's alright. Some of the kids at the Konoha Ninja Academy are quite skilled. Just spar with them normally this year."

"Don't hold back, but don't intentionally cause injury. We have specialists here to handle common injuries, and you can enjoy that treatment as well."

"Also, every month, a Jonin from the Konoha Ninja Academy will come to give lectures."

Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly said, "You can try out one class. If you're interested, you can also exchange your thoughts with the students from the Ninja Academy, and then you can continue to participate."

"As for ninja tools and food, the ninja academy provides them to every ninja free of charge, so you don't need to worry."

"I've had the Uchiha ninja arrange your accommodations. You can go and get to know your new home later."

This series of explanations left Mei Terumi and the others completely bewildered.

Free ninja tools and food? And amazing medical care too—

There are even powerful Jonin giving advanced classes to the students?

No, why are Konoha and Kirigakure so different?

"Lord Hokage, you don't need to give us any special treatment—"

Kisame, who had been silent all along, finally spoke up: "Our Kirigakure ninjas are capable of enduring hardship. Master Genji didn't let us have a vacation here, but instead assisted the Konoha ninjas in practical combat training."

"This is a privilege enjoyed by all students of the Konoha Ninja Academy."

Hiruzen Sarutobi gave Kisame a strange look and asked疑惑地问道, "Isn't it like this where you're from?"

This question left Kisame speechless.

In Kirigakure today, the ninja academy is not quite a battle royale.

However, it's normal for someone to die every few days, not to mention the large amount of free supplies and the valuable guidance from Jonin.

In Kirigakure, where bloodline clans abound, to receive guidance, one must choose a side and pay homage to the powerful.

Otherwise, don't even think about it—

"Yes—that's how it is, that's how it will be, the Third Mizukage will." Kisame forced himself to reply to Hiruzen Sarutobi, feeling somewhat shocked.

Even though he was a ruthless member of the Hidden Mist Village, upon hearing about the vast difference between the two village ninja academies, he couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions.

"The Hokage must have exaggerated. It's impossible, there's absolutely no way such a hidden village could exist!" Kisame thought to himself.

He made his decision.

He wanted to carefully observe the village of Konoha and dispel Hiruzen Sarutobi's false propaganda—

Kisame refused to believe it; why should Konoha receive such good treatment?

Even if ninja academy students really enjoy these benefits, it must be through the exploitation of regular ninjas!

It's impossible for everyone to have a good life, right?

Then who will sacrifice themselves?

This is the Hidden Mist Village, or rather, the ninjas generally have this zero-sum game mentality.

Win-win situations are almost non-existent.

"You two brats, is there a problem?" Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Kaguya Nakamaro, who was secretly sizing up Asuma.

Kaguya Nakamaro's face turned pale.

After being educated by Homura Uchiha and witnessing Hiruzen Sarutobi's power—

He's really not capable of going crazy anymore.

"I—" Kaguya Nakamaro stammered and lowered her head.

He was terrified that if he revealed the attack on the Hokage's son, he would be finely chopped into minced meat the next second.

"It's nothing, Father, it's just a misunderstanding."

Asuma mimicked Hiruzen Sarutobi's usual tone: "We're temporary comrades now."

Kaguya Nakamaro suddenly looked up, gazing at Asuma with gratitude.

Asma smiled slightly at him: "Am I right?"

"Yes, yes!" Kaguya Nakamaro took a deep breath. "Excuse me, I haven't asked your name yet?"

"My name is Sarutobi Asuma."

"My name is Kaguya Nakamaro."

After introducing himself, Asuma calmly extended his hand to Kaguya Nakamaro.

This was something he had heard from his older brother, Shinnosuke—

My father always liked to shake hands with great ceremony after reaching a cooperation agreement with someone.

Asma naturally learned from his father, imitating his actions and tone of voice, which gave him a sense of accomplishment.

The two boys clasped hands tightly.

Hiruzen Sarutobi watched this scene with great interest.

Asuma's grown-up appearance is quite amusing—

"You can wander around for now. The canteen is 100 meters ahead. It will be open at noon. After lunch, the police force will come to pick you up and take you to your tribal settlement."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile, "It seems you two are getting along quite well—"

Mei Terumi relaxed.

Once the one who was most ill and most prone to problems has stabilized, then they won't cause trouble for each other.

"Thank you for your care, Hokage-sama. We will work diligently with our Konoha comrades, exchanging ideas and improving together—"

"..." Terumi Mei said softly.

"Your Lava Release and Boil Release are combinations of Earth and Water Release chakra, one being a combination of Earth and Water Release chakra, and the other a combination of Fire and Water Release chakra, right?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi blinked.

Mei Terumi exclaimed in surprise, "Hokage-sama, do you actually possess these two bloodline limits?"

If Hiruzen Sarutobi could do this—

Then Mei Terumi would have to wonder whether Hiruzen Sarutobi was the Hokage or the Mizukage!

"No, it's just that I'm quite sensitive to the properties of chakra, and I wanted to verify my analysis—"

"I accidentally mastered Ice Release while trying to fuse two chakra natures," Hiruzen Sarutobi explained frankly. "Perhaps I'll be able to master Boil Release and Lava Release in the future, but I don't have high hopes."

Mei Terumi nodded in deep agreement.

It's not that she felt Hiruzen Sarutobi wasn't strong enough.

However, chakra attribute fusion is always extremely difficult, and very few ninjas can achieve it.

The ratio of the two chakras, the method of fusion, and the mastery and establishment of a stable instinct—

It is extremely difficult to master this skill later in life.

Even Mei Terumi herself would find it difficult to clearly explain the chakra mixing mechanism of Lava Release and Boil Release.

It's like how some people can move their ears while others can't.

A ninja without Uchiha blood will never awaken their Sharingan, no matter how severe the blow they suffer.

Using bloodline limits is more of an instinct stemming from one's bloodline; acquired skills are merely developed through practice.

It's already amazing that he was able to master Ice Release by chance.

"Go ahead—" Hiruzen Sarutobi waved to Mei Terumi and the others, indicating that they could go and do as they pleased.

He wasn't worried about what intelligence these children could obtain.

Or perhaps they could improve their skills in the advanced classes at the Ninja Academy.

After Hiruzen Sarutobi removed Madara's "burden" from the Uchiha clan, if a group of three-tomoe wielders can't even keep an eye on a few teenagers, then they might as well go cool off somewhere else—

Even if we take a step back and assume that the security detail is slightly lax...

There are also patrol units, and the legendary Hyuga Hizashi, who sleeps with his eyes open—a common tale in Konoha.

As for the techniques of Konoha that were learned in the advanced class—

Given the environment of Kirigakure, it wouldn't matter if Mei Terumi and the others gained something.

Or rather, the advanced training courses for Konoha's Jonin didn't involve particularly advanced ninjutsu.

Most of these are skills based on experience and practicality, or simply to broaden one's horizons; the main purpose is to build a foundation.

And wouldn't the Jonin and ninja clans of Kirigakure be similar in these ways?

They will, of course.

However, the foggy environment meant there was no space for transmission.

The kids at the ninja academy are busy playing unrestricted combat!

Who has time to learn these fundamental and high-level skills? They'd rather figure out quick methods like silent assassination.

"Hiruzen, they're gone. Shouldn't you answer Asuma's question now?" Danzo asked anxiously after Mei Terumi and the others took their leave.

Interestingly, Obito and a bunch of his friends also tiptoed over.

Behind them followed Tobirama Senju, whose expression was complex.

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at it and felt a little amused.

The teacher's acting is quite convincing—

What's so surprising about a master of forbidden techniques seeing a bloodline limit?

All I can say is that they are very dedicated.

However, what Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't know was that Tobirama Senju had long ago tried to research bloodline limits such as Ice Release, but had never succeeded.

It's as if the Sage of Six Paths granted him the spatial talent of the Flying Thunder God Technique, but stripped him of the ability to fuse attributes—

This led to Tobirama Senju possessing all seven elemental chakra natures, but ultimately he only specialized in Water Release.

When he saw his apprentice accomplish something he himself could not, Tobirama Senju's complex expression was not feigned.

I felt both relieved and somewhat hurt.

"Uncle Danzo, actually I'm not in a hurry to ask. Let's talk about it when we get home—" Asuma scratched his head.

"No, you're in a hurry."

Danzo said expressionlessly, "I'm anxious too."

Asuma rolled her eyes and muttered under her breath, "If you want to hear it, just say so. Why drag me into this—"

Danzo chuckled.

This brat is really not cute at all; no wonder he's Hiruzen's son!

"It's actually very simple—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi coughed lightly: "Just mix the water and wind chakra together, and that will do."

"It was just casual practice, a fluke."

Danzo took a deep breath: "Hiruzen, are you kidding me?"

Tobirama Senju's forehead twitched; Hiruzen Sarutobi's nonchalant tone also annoyed him.

"Haha, just kidding—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi patted his old friend on the shoulder: "But that's the essence of it."

"In general, one must first have a sufficient understanding and sensitivity to the five elements of chakra—"

As Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, he held up five fingers.

Each fingertip was burning with chakra of a different attribute.

"After that, it was time to try to integrate them."

"Chakras are both mutually exclusive and compatible. Without the instinct of bloodline inheritance, one can only keep trying and making mistakes, gaining inspiration from each failure."

"I don't know what innate bloodline limits are like—"

"But if you want to learn it later, you also need to grasp the feeling when you first successfully integrate it, and immediately repeat it to solidify it and form muscle memory before you can be considered to have truly mastered it."

"I tried for a long time—"

"It was after seeing that Hidden Mist ninja named Yuki use Ice Release, sensing the flow of his chakra, and capturing a spark of inspiration that I learned it."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said earnestly that he was not holding anything back and that these were the truths.

Now, in addition to tempering his body with Lightning Release Chakra Mode, his daily training routine also includes Chakra Fusion—

With nothing to do, he would ignite two kinds of chakra at his fingertips and let them collide.

"I also got my inspiration from Tobirama-sensei's ideas."

Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly said, "By constantly trying and making mistakes, correcting the direction, and adding a bit of luck, you will achieve certain results."

Tobirama Senju nodded subconsciously.

very good!

Hiruzen is finally not just talking about his older brother all the time; let's talk about his teacher too.

But the problem was, upon further reflection, Tobirama Senju realized something was amiss.

He always felt that Hiruzen Sarutobi was mocking his process of creating the Izuna figure—

Tobirama Senju still remembers it.

At that moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at him and the large Izuna figure with such a curious expression—

It seems to be asking, "Teacher, what was your mindset when you cloned and merged with your own enemy?"

Tobirama Senju almost lost his composure at the time, but managed to cover it up, as he really didn't want to mention the details.

This is a story about paranoia, and it's a very dark history.

"A hint? It's hard to say. It might not be a hint at all, just a simple compliment—"

As Tobirama Senju pondered this, he suddenly felt a surge of joy.

A single sentence can be interpreted in different ways by different people, each feeling as if it describes themselves.

Hiruzen, as Hokage, has made a name for himself.

"Tobirama-sensei's wisdom is like an ancient spring in the deep mountains; even if you draw from it a hundred times and explore it a thousand times, it still flows with a clear and refreshing quality, and each time you open it, you have a new experience—"

Hiruzen Sarutobi remarked with emotion.

Tobirama Senju tightened his lips and asked in a deep voice, "Hokage-sama, is the Second Hokage truly so wise? I've read his biography in the classics and I'm very interested in him—"

"It's Aozuki—" Hiruzen Sarutobi said calmly, "It's good that you're proactively learning about Konoha's history and the deeds of the previous Hokage! It shows you're already an excellent Konoha citizen—"

Tobirama Senju nodded in agreement, but inwardly he couldn't help but chuckle and think, "I never imagined that being a Konoha resident would one day require Hiruzen's approval—"

"The wisdom of the Second Generation is indeed as vast and profound as the ocean. As his disciple, I always feel that my cultivation is insufficient, and I am afraid of tarnishing his reputation."

"Take Ice Release Bloodline Limit for example. Although it is somewhat difficult, how can it be compared with forbidden techniques such as Flying Thunder God Technique?"

If the teacher were still here, he could definitely do it easily too—”

"So it was the teacher's will that supported me to keep going and made me unwilling to relax, even though my talent is not very good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a serious tone.

Even a calm man like Tobirama Senju felt a sense of satisfaction at this moment.

Hiruzen is quite the smooth talker, huh?

"I've learned a lot, Hokage-sama—" Tobirama Senju said, slowly savoring the words.

Danzo, standing to the side, frowned, clearly displeased.

No, Hiruzen, are you a face-changing device?

One moment he claims to be the first successor, the next he says he will always carry on his teacher's will—

You, a Hokage, hold the titles of two predecessors; your appetite is truly enormous!

Seeing Danzo's expression, Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart stirred.

"What do you think, Danzo?"

"Tobirama-sensei is undoubtedly brave and wise, but compared to him, I agree more with the will of the First Hokage—"

Danzo glared at Hiruzen Sarutobi, wanting to deliberately disgust his old buddy.

At the Ninja Academy, the students were still quite unaware of Danzo's role in the village.

If the meeting were held at the Hokage Building, even Danzo, with his thick skin, wouldn't dare say he was the First Hokage's successor.

Even the most stoic could not help but burst into laughter.

"It's true that I'm Tobirama's apprentice, and I respect him greatly, but in spirit, I'm the successor to the First Hokage, believing that I can sacrifice myself for the village, and that anything that harms the village—"

Danzo imitated Hiruzen Sarutobi's usual tone.

"Alright, Danzo, stop talking—" Hiruzen Sarutobi coughed lightly.

He could already sense that one of the Uchiha's chakra was quite intense.

"So you're also one of Big Brother's disciples—"

"Very well, very well—I'd like to ask you, what exactly happened with that young talent from Root who forcibly extorted money from the various ninja clans?"

"It was all taught to you by your older brother, not by me!" Tobirama Senju thought viciously to himself.

During his time at the Ninja Academy, Tobirama Senju was not simply a student.

He gained a general understanding of the village over the years by talking with the Uchiha clan, various other ninja clans, ordinary students, and parents, starting from the grassroots and middle levels.

What caught his attention most was the former roots.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi has already disbanded it—

However, the public opinion only subsided, not completely disappeared, much like Madara's influence on the Uchiha clan.

This abscess, if left untreated, will always be a hidden danger, and may even become a historical burden for the Senju lineage.

Tobirama Senju was initially hesitant.

After all, although he was dissatisfied with Danzo, Danzo was still his student.

But now it seems there's no need for that.

"Precisely because he is the Hokage, he must be ruthless in dealing with wrongdoings—" Tobirama Senju silently marked Danzo in his mind.

He needs to be taught a lesson he won't forget—

Danzo chuckled, feeling that he had successfully disgusted Hiruzen.

But he frowned, still feeling cheated: "Then why are you so skilled? Your mastery of Ice Release's form changes is clearly not that of a beginner."

Hiruzen Sarutobi gave him an amused look: "You're a bit stupid, Danzo—"

"Where am I stupid?" Danzo said angrily, "Don't try to be unreasonable!"

The students at the Ninja Academy burst into laughter.

At this point, everyone realized that in private, informal settings, the conversations between the Hokage and his assistants weren't always that different from what they talked about in public.

Kakashi and Obito often had similar scenes.

Perhaps this is the unique bond of Konoha—

"Ice Release is a combination of Wind Release and Water Release, and its manifestation form is solid, leaning towards the principle of Earth Release's shape transformation—"

"I'm proficient in the nature and form transformations of Earth Release, Water Release, and Wind Release. A simple migration won't hurt," Hiruzen Sarutobi said casually.

It seems as simple as drinking soup.

Danzo's eyebrows twitched, and he took a deep breath.

Forget it, there's no point in talking to this scoundrel who's proficient in all five elements!

"Father, will you be able to master other bloodline limits?" Asuma asked longingly.