Konoha: Uchiha, I get stronger by causing trouble.

Chapter 72 The Form of Hokage

Although Tsunade went berserk, she was forcibly taken away by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

However, in order to quell Tsunade's anger, Hiruzen Sarutobi had no choice but to send his ANBU to search for the person who had deceived Tsunade.

Moreover, Tsunade, who had not been involved in village affairs for many years, personally joined the personnel investigation, seemingly wanting to personally find out Chiga.

However, after three days of investigation, there were no results, and they still do not know whether the other party is male or female.

The main reason was that Tsunade's investigation went astray, which was also due to being misled by Chiga's blood.

After all, not many people know that Tsunade has hemophobia, and the higher-ups in Konoha wouldn't make a point of publicizing it.

Searching according to these conditions is a recipe for disaster; you'd be lucky to find anything.

However, Tsunade has not given up. It is said that she is currently using public funds to travel to various casinos in Konoha, hoping to meet Chiga again.

Of course, whether Tsunade went to investigate or to gamble is hard to say.

This incident caused quite a stir, as it was the first time in Konoha that anyone had dared to provoke Tsunade.

But soon, the headlines were flooded with an official message.

Konoha ninja Minato Namikaze was assassinated by Sand Ninja, Kirigakure Ninja, and Iwa Ninja during a mission.

With the help of his two teammates, Minato Namikaze killed three Sand Ninja in succession. After defeating the Sand Ninja, he used the Flying Thunder God Technique to kill Jinpachi Munashi and Kushimaru Kurihara, two members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. He eventually escaped the encirclement of three demolition squads from the Land of Earth.

In no time, Minato Namikaze's fame spread throughout the streets and alleys of Konoha Village.

"Is this Minato-kun's true strength? He's amazing!"

"The Flying Thunder God Technique—once I complete another S-rank mission, I'll exchange for this forbidden technique!"

"Speaking of which, weren't there supposed to be two more teammates? Who are they?"

"He probably held us back, which is why he didn't mention his name. Otherwise, Minato could have taken care of the Iwa ninja behind them!"

"Yes, you have a point!"

The news quickly spread to the ninja world.

Upon receiving this message, the Land of Wind immediately issued a statement, with the spokesperson being the old woman, Chiyo.

Chiyo initially denied sending Sasori of the Red Sand to attack Konoha ninjas, explaining that she appeared in the Land of Rivers because she happened to be on a mission and encountered Konoha ninjas.

At the same time, he accused the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, of being cunning and unfathomable.

Knowing full well that the Land of Wind and Konoha's White Fang had a blood feud during World War II, they still sent Konoha's White Fang's only son, Hatake Kakashi, to the Land of Rivers to carry out a mission.

She had reason to suspect that Hiruzen Sarutobi sent Kakashi Hatake because he knew that Sasori was on a mission in the Land of Rivers.

She wanted to exploit her love for her grandson and her desire for revenge to eliminate Konoha's rising genius, Hatake Kakashi, so that her good-for-nothing son could take over.

What's wrong with her loving Sun Chisha no Scorpion? The hatred for killing her father and mother is irreconcilable!

Is it too much to go and kill Kakashi Hatake?

Not excessive at all!

Poor grandson of hers, who lost both parents at such a young age, could only fall asleep at night by holding a puppet of his parents.

To be so lonely and helpless, and yet still have to suffer the schemes of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hiruzen Sarutobi is simply inhuman!

Chiyo stood on the stage, her eyes brimming with tears, as if she were weeping and pleading, and launched into a series of unreasonable and irrational arguments.

For a time, the ninjas of the Land of Wind were united in their hatred of the enemy. If the Third Kazekage hadn't spoken up, they would have been prepared to launch a war against Konoha.

Hiruzen Sarutobi thought to himself that Chiyo was quite cunning, denying that she had sent ninjas to assassinate him while also trying to sow discord between him and Sakumo.

Since the Third Kazekage didn't reply, there was no need for Hiruzen Sarutobi to go up and refute him.

After all, it's a case of shadows facing each other.

At this moment, Sakumo Hatake, who had been on a mission far away, rushed back, covered in dust.

As soon as he stepped onto the stage, he said one sentence: "Sasori of the Red Sand wants revenge? No problem, I'll be waiting for you in Konoha. But please bring all your family members with you!"

Chiyo, already grieving the loss of her beloved grandson's arm, was enraged by Sakumo Hatake's domineering declaration and nearly flew into a rage.

If Ebizo hadn't stopped her, saying that even the two of them combined wouldn't be enough to defeat Sakumo Hatake alone, she would have rushed into Konoha to seek revenge.

Just as the two sides were engaged in a heated debate, the Third Mizukage of the Land of Water was also bewildered. He was still waiting for Jinpachi Muna and Kushimaru Kurihara to return with their Sharingan, but unexpectedly, news of their deaths arrived.

It still comes from official news from Konoha.

After cursing the two as useless, he quickly released the message.

Two members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Water Country, Jinpachi Murashi and Kushimaru Kurihara, suffered from depression due to years of taking on missions and working day and night.

The Third Mizukage, unable to bear it any longer, granted the two permission to travel to the Land of Rivers to relax, but they were unexpectedly assassinated by Konoha ninja.

They stated that as long as the two ninja swords were returned and 50 million ryo in compensation were paid, the Land of Water would forgive and forget the past.

These words infuriated Hiruzen Sarutobi so much that he could practically puff out smoke even if he didn't smoke, and he almost went to the Land of Water to confront the Third Mizukage.

The three parties engaged in a heated debate for several days, but no result was achieved.

But Konoha wasn't in a hurry. Although the Land of Wind and the Land of Water seemed to be exchanging insults, they didn't actually take any action.

Judging from their statements, neither country wants to admit that they have torn up the peace agreement.

This shows that neither country is ready to go to war; it's just a matter of talking.

The people of the Land of Wind were all dead, and there were no important items left behind. After arguing for a few minutes, the fire was extinguished.

The situation was different for the Land of Water. Their two swords were still in Konoha's hands. Seeing that words were of little use, they could only secretly send people to Konoha to redeem the two ninja swords.

At Chiga's home.

"I heard you've been staying at home these past few days, so I came to see you."

Fugaku Uchiha sat opposite Chiga, his once robust body now appearing somewhat thin.

It looks like he's been making love with Mikoto a lot lately.

It's unknown when Itachi Uchiha will combine with it during one of his clap sessions.

"I'm caught in a storm these days, so I plan to lay low for a while!"

Chiga explained.

Because Minato Namikaze's record was so outstanding, his two teammates were also discovered by those with ulterior motives.

As soon as Chiga goes out, people ask her about the details of that battle.

Overwhelmed by this, Chiga could only stay home for a few days to have some peace and quiet until the storm passed.

Fugaku Uchiha got to the point, stating directly, "Speaking of which, I came here for this very reason."

"Ah, is the clan chief so gossipy? There's nothing much to say about this; it's just as the rumors say."

"So, what's your opinion on Minato?"

Chiga glanced at Uchiha Fugaku and, seeing Fugaku's serious expression, roughly guessed what was going on.

They probably wanted to use him to assess Minato's true strength.

His answer may determine how much power the Uchiha clan should invest in Minato.

Chiga thought for a moment and replied softly, "The posture of a Hokage."

(End of this chapter)