Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

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 financial resources 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."

"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 call 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 multiple 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 results."

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."

"I've discovered the flaw. From now on, Grandmaster will give you special tutoring!"

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

He turned his head and said to Hatake Sakumo, "Lord Sakumo, forgive 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 haven’t enrolled yet, 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 will allow you to graduate."

Sakumo Hatake said in a serious tone, "How is 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!

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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 try my best to update it more often 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.