Konoha: Uchiha, I get stronger by causing trouble.

Chapter 197 Slamming Uchiha Madara's Coffin Lid to Death

Chika and Jiraiya are currently the only two ninjas in the ninja world who can use Sage Mode, while Minato is at most half a ninja.

Therefore, Chiga and Jiraiya could be said to have common ground when it came to Sage Mode.

Although Chiga's Sage Mode originated from Mount Myōboku, it was achieved at the cost of a large number of crows, and thus it has forged its own path.

Some of the methods for collecting natural energy were also unconventional, and Jiraiya's eyes lit up when he heard them; he wanted to try them out immediately.

Jiraiya's Sage Mode originated from Mount Myōboku and has been passed down for thousands of years.

They also gave Chiga a lot of advice based on their experience.

"Tsk tsk. I feel like I got the short end of the stick!"

As Jiraiya chatted, he seemed to realize that Chiga had learned a lot from him.

Logically, he should have been listening to Chiga explain Sage Mode, so how did it turn into the two of them coming to ask for advice?

"Haha, it's not a complete loss. If you can perfect your Sage Mode, you can solve your acne-prone nose problem."

"After all, being handsome lasts a lifetime!"

Chiga chuckled.

"Fine, I don't expect anything in return. Just please be nicer to me when you see me in the future, and don't call me a white-haired pervert like Kushina did!"

Jiraiya wasn't one to hold grudges, but he sighed helplessly.

He was originally quite popular and respected in the village, but unfortunately there was a Kushina who spread rumors about his white-haired perverted deeds every day, which seriously affected his reputation.

"Understood, Lord Jiraiya!"

Seeing that Jiraiya wasn't holding back, Chiga gave him some face and then asked, "By the way, as a frontline commander, is it really a good idea for you to leave the front lines like this?"

Although the pressure on the front lines in the Land of Earth has been greatly reduced, it is simply unacceptable for the commander to run away and go home.

"Don't worry about that. The Land of Earth is having a real headache right now."

"The fourth Kazekage of the Land of Wind did everything in his power to secure his position, even personally going to the battlefield of the Land of Rain."

"Our Konoha has become the one watching from the sidelines."

Jiraiya explained with a smile.

Overall, the Land of Rain has now become a battlefield between the Land of Earth and the Land of Wind, with Konoha's ninjas not participating much.

With the Fourth Kazekage in power, the Land of Earth really had a tough time. The Third Tsuchikage wasn't as independent as the Fourth Kazekage, who was able to leave the village.

After all, on the other side of the Land of Earth, there is the Cloud Ninja front.

Those muscular Cloud Ninja wouldn't play games with the Land of Earth; they'd strike swiftly and decisively when it came to fighting.

Upon hearing about the Land of Rain, and seeing Jiraiya standing before her, Chiga recalled the three disciples Jiraiya had taken in the Land of Rain.

Hirohiko, Nagato, and Konan.

If he remembered correctly, Jiraiya's three disciples were tricked by Danzo and Hanzo during the Third Shinobi World War.

This marks the beginning of Nagato's descent into darkness.

There's also Madara Uchiha's conspiracy involved.

It can be said that Nagato was an extremely important part of Madara Uchiha's plan.

Without those Rinnegan, Madara Uchiha would have had no chance of being resurrected. Even if he could be resurrected after death using the Impure World Reincarnation technique, his abilities would be vastly different.

A glint of light flashed in Chiga's eyes.

In the past, Chiga could tolerate being schemed against by Madara Uchiha, since she couldn't beat him.

When it's time to back down, you have to admit defeat; when it's time to be brave, you have to take down the opponent in one fell swoop, preferably even scattering their ashes to avoid future trouble.

Does the other party really think he has no temper, given their repeated targeting?

Moreover, Chiga had already noticed this through Sasori's attack this time.

Age spots really want to kill themselves, but they can't bring themselves to do it.

It seems that the old man with age spots doesn't have many days left to live, and he's probably completely dependent on the chakra of the Gedo Mazo.

So at this stage, age spots are like rats in a sewer, only able to resort to tricks and schemes.

Thinking this way, Chiga felt it was necessary for him to make a trip to the Land of Rain.

It's time to show Madara Uchiha what a counterattack from a time traveler can do.

With a bit of luck, they might actually be able to crush Madara Uchiha's coffin lid.

Thinking of this, Chiga asked Jiraiya, "Lord Jiraiya, have you ever heard of a mercenary organization called Akatsuki in the Land of Rain?"

Jiraiya thought for a moment, then shook his head and said, "No, what, do you have a grudge against this organization?"

Chiga looked directly into Jiraiya's eyes and realized that the other man did not seem to be lying.

It seems that Nagato and his two companions haven't founded this organization yet.

"No, I just happened to hear that this organization is quite powerful, so I wanted to learn more about it."

"Is that so?"

Although Jiraiya didn't understand why Chiga would pay attention to such an organization, he still said, "If I get any news about this organization, I'll send it to you!"

"Are you leaving?"

"Yeah, I've been away from the front lines for so long already, if I don't go back soon the Iwa ninja will find out."

Jiraiya stretched and said with some regret, "It won't be so easy and comfortable once we're on the front lines."

"Aren't you going to say goodbye to Minato-senpai?"

Hearing Chiga say this, Jiraiya thought about it and realized he should indeed tell his disciple, "You're right. I also need to talk to him about something."

"Is he going to tell me that he refused the Hokage position?"

Chiga finally understood that Jiraiya had mentioned the Hokage position to him earlier just to see his surprised expression.

Jiraiya gave Senga a disapproving look and said, "What nonsense are you spouting?"

The two returned to Konoha Village and wandered around the streets for a while before finally finding Minato, who had accompanied Kushina on her shopping trip.

When Kushina saw Chiga and Jiraiya together, she asked curiously, "Huh, what are you two doing together?"

Before Jiraiya could speak, Chiga interjected, "Oh, Jiraiya-sama wanted to take me as his apprentice! But I refused outright!"

[Negative emotions from Jiraiya, emotion value +60!]

"Where are you?!"

Upon hearing this, Kushina was furious. She had already borrowed the Nine-Tails' chakra and was almost about to unleash her tailed beast cloak.

"Kushina, don't listen to your disciple's nonsense. I just happened to run into Chiga!"

Upon seeing Kushina's stance, Jiraiya immediately backed down.

With Minato's persuasion, Kushina finally calmed down and said coldly, "Then why did you come here?"

Jiraiya glared at Chiga before saying, "I've come to say goodbye to Minato. I'm preparing to return to the front lines today."

"What? Has the Iwa ninja attacked again?"

Minato was startled and quickly asked.

"Minato, don't be nervous, it's nothing."

Jiraiya waved his hand: "After all, it's wartime, so I need to be there to oversee things."

Minato nodded, then looked at Kushina and hesitated before saying, "Maybe I should go with you, Sensei!"

Although he still wanted to spend more time with Kushina, he had to suppress that thought for the sake of the village.

Jiraiya saw through Minato's thoughts and chuckled, "No need. You should spend more time with Kushina. There won't be many more opportunities like this in the future."

Kushina was initially pleased to hear Jiraiya's words, but then sensed something was amiss and said with dissatisfaction, "Hey, what do you mean by 'there won't be another chance'? That sounds like..."

"Haha, my mistake, I didn't explain it clearly."

Jiraiya gave an awkward laugh and continued, "The Third Hokage called me back this time mainly to discuss the succession of the next Hokage. He intends for me to become the Fourth Hokage."

"What?!"

Upon hearing this, both Minato and Kushina were startled.

Seeing this, Jiraiya nodded in satisfaction, glancing sideways at the unmoved Chiga. Finally, there were two people who reacted normally.

Before Minato could even rejoice for Jiraiya, Jiraiya added, "But I refused. My personality isn't suited to be Hokage, so I recommended you to the Third Hokage!"

"Jiraiya-sensei, this..."

Minato was stunned. Although he dreamed of becoming Hokage, he had never really considered the possibility of becoming the Fourth Hokage.

After hearing Jiraiya's words, Kushina eagerly asked him, "What did the Third Hokage say?"

But as soon as she asked the question, she felt like she had asked a pointless question.

Jiraiya had already said that Minato would rarely have the leisure or inclination to go shopping with her.

The meaning of this is already quite clear.

With Jiraiya's recommendation, Minato was already considered a candidate for Hokage.

Minato, in his current state, lacks the achievements, prestige, and strength to be considered for the position of Hokage.

Fortunately, Hiruzen Sarutobi has no intention of stepping down, so there is still time for Minato to develop.

Jiraiya ignored Kushina's words, simply patting Minato on the shoulder and saying earnestly, "So spend more time with Kushina these days. Your mission is going to be very important! You won't be able to stay in the village for very long."

He was the one who recommended Minato to be the Fourth Hokage, so he naturally knew very well what Minato was lacking.

In the days to come, he will dedicate himself to helping Minato build up his reputation.

As for his best buddy Orochimaru, to hell with him!

"Yes, I will definitely live up to Jiraiya-sensei's expectations!"

Minato also spoke solemnly.

Now that the opportunity has been presented to him, he is not one to give it up.

Jiraiya nodded in satisfaction upon seeing that Minato had taken the matter to heart, and then left Konoha Village under the watchful eyes of Minato, Kushina, and Chiga.

After Jiraiya left, Chiga prepared to say goodbye to Minato and Kushina.

Unexpectedly, Kushina grabbed him and said, "Why are you in such a hurry to leave? Your master isn't so lonely and empty that he can't even spare a moment of time."

"Come on, let's go get some ramen!"

Seemingly sensing that Kushina had something to say to Chiga, Minato smiled and said to Chiga and Kushina, "Kushina, I'll go check on Obito and the others first. You and Chiga go eat."

"good!"

Kushina nodded and pulled Chiga towards the ramen shop.

Chiga followed Kushina, puzzled, wondering what his teacher was up to now.

(End of this chapter)