Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

Danzo Shimura stared at Kakuzu and said coldly, "You want to make a move? I heard you have all the gold medals in the underground bounty hunters, but it seems you're nothing special..."

"If you heard that someone wanted to buy your hands and feet, would you still negotiate with them properly?"

Kakuzu snapped out of his daze and immediately retorted, "The Darkness of the Shinobi World, was that your idea? The things you've done have tarnished the reputation of many First Hokages!"

"You're treacherous and ruthless enough. I admit defeat today... but you'll never get your hands on Di Yuan Yu!"

Kakuzu formed a hand seal with one hand, gathering chakra, and quickly scanned his surroundings.

Given Shimura Danzo's unsportsmanlike conduct, he always called upon a large group of people to attack side-by-side, employing organized violence against isolated enemies...

"Nobody here?" Kakuzu asked, somewhat puzzled, but still dared not relax for a moment.

If only Danzo Shimura and his Root group came, Kakuzu would be confident of escaping.

However, the smiling Hiruzen Sarutobi beside him made him extremely wary.

Compared to his memory of the Third Hokage, he seemed considerably younger…

Appearance is only one part of it.

What truly puts pressure on Kakuzu is the intuition he has developed through decades of combat experience.

If they really fight, he will die!

Moreover, although Hiruzen Sarutobi was known in the ninja world as a 'good guy'...

But no one doubted that he lacked the fighting ability to be a Hokage.

The reputation of "Professor of Ninjutsu" wasn't built on boasting, but on hard work!

A gentle breeze rustled through the leaves in the nearby woods.

The beaded curtains hanging from the conical hats gently bumped against each other, producing a crisp sound like wind chimes hanging from the eaves.

However, this tranquil and peaceful scene only made the already tense atmosphere on the scene even more strained.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, seemingly oblivious, casually asked, "Jigan-gura, if a suitable amount is extracted, will it cause irreversible damage?"

“No, not at all…” Kakuzu paused for a moment, but still answered Hiruzen Sarutobi’s question.

"That's good, we can talk."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded: "It's Earth Release: Earth Spear, right? I like this technique very much too..."

Lightning suddenly exploded on his body, and he entered Lightning Release Chakra Mode.

But the next moment, it vanished.

Kakuzu's heart sank; he had just secretly entered the hardening mode of Earth Release: Earth Spear...

However, despite thinking he was well concealed, Hiruzen Sarutobi saw through him and even used his Lightning Release technique to hint at his weakness.

"As expected of the Third Hokage, known as the 'Professor of Ninjutsu,' I've long admired your name..."

Kakuzu spoke in a hoarse voice, "He even knows the Lightning Release ninjutsu of Kumogakure..."

"I appreciate this favor. You truly deserve to be the Kage of Konoha; you're different from your subordinates."

If Hiruzen Sarutobi had just suddenly attacked.

Although he was protected by the Earthly Grudge, he would not die.

But at least he would lose a heart, not to mention that Danzo Shimura was by his side...

"If you appreciate it, then sit down and let's talk..."

Kakuzu sat down as instructed, a hint of confusion passing through his mind.

What do you mean?

Could it be that this Konoha ninja genuinely wants to buy his Earth Grudge Fear?

Even with such a significant advantage, why didn't he immediately think of killing someone...?

Kakudo unconsciously looked at Shimura Danzo.

This is different from the usual art style...

Danzo Shimura's face darkened; he was furious.

He realized the importance of reputation...

Even though it was Hiruzen who came up with this terrible idea, why did Kakuzu subconsciously feel that it was related to him?

What else could he be accused of damaging the reputation of the original?

He did it for Konoha!

002 The Third Hokage, with the spirit of Hashirama, is known for his kindness (2/10)

"Hokage, please explain your strategy today..."

Kakuzu paused for a moment, then spoke in a deep voice.

Danzo Shimura's face darkened further.

Why are you using honorifics when it comes to Hiruzen? All I did was see through one of your ninjutsu!

"Is that so..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and said, "Lord Mito Uzumaki, I wonder if you still remember me?"

Kakuzu's eyes narrowed.

How could he not remember?

The wife of that ninja god.

This person was present when he attacked Hashirama Senju.

As he lay on the ground struggling, Mito Uzumaki's Adamantine Locket wrapped him up like a dumpling...

Kakuzu will probably never forget the fighting prowess of this couple.

“Of course I remember…” Kakuzu replied, the suspicion in his eyes fading slightly.

He's a sentimental person, just not that sentimental...

"Lord Mito said that there was once a young man who sought to spar with Lord Hashirama and obtained the secret technique of Takigakure, namely the Earth Grudge Fear, which has miraculous effects on repairing meridians and severed limbs."

That's right...

"Therefore, we in Konoha would like to sign a long-term contract with you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a serious tone, "I've heard that you're very interested in money?"

“Name your price. We are sincerely looking to buy. Some of our village’s disabled ninjas with old injuries are suffering greatly and need the Earth Grudge Fear to ensure their quality of life and dignity as ninjas.”

Kakuzu frowned.

When Mito Uzumaki was mentioned, he thought Hiruzen Sarutobi was about to try and take advantage of his kindness.

He truly hadn't expected that Hiruzen Sarutobi would actually want to buy it...

Kakuzu was actually prepared to cede a piece of land to escape from the enmity.

Furthermore, what constitutes a ninja's quality of life and dignity?

These words themselves weren't special, but when put together, they felt very unfamiliar to him.

Ninjas are just tools.

If a tool breaks, there's no need to go to great lengths to repair it; just replace it with a new one.

"The Earthly Grudge Herb is indeed remarkably effective in repairing severed limbs and clearing the meridians..."

"However, it is not very effective for old injuries or long-term disabilities, unless the body maintains a high level of activity."

"I need to make this clear..."

Kakuzu thought to himself, "Sarutobi Hiruzen speaks so righteously, but in reality, he probably just wants to make use of what he has."

He dreamt that the Earth Grudge Fear could restore the fighting power of those crippled ninjas...

Even if those disabled ninjas' severed limbs were preserved relatively well using sealing techniques.

But over time, even if you manage to connect, you'll still have an extra useless hand, unable to even form hand seals properly, making you useless on the battlefield.

"So, it works on almost any living body? That would be great for first aid..." Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded thoughtfully.

"It doesn't matter if it's not very effective; having something is better than having nothing."

While the Earth Grudge Technique has limitations, it is very suitable for situations like the large figurine of Tobirama Senju.

The problem with the Tobirama-Izuna clone is the presence of meridian nodules due to imperfect technology.

But the body's vitality is not a problem.

For ordinary ninjas, if they could preserve the severed limbs properly, they could at least reattach them, which was better than nothing.

It can at least help their mental health.

On the battlefield, the Earth Grudge Fear is clearly an excellent material for first aid and bandaging...

Take Uchiha En for example. If he had possessed the Earth Grudge Fear technique when Tobirama Senju severed his arm, he probably wouldn't have been left with only one arm for the rest of his life.

“No problem, we’ll take it…” Hiruzen Sarutobi snapped his fingers.

With a cold expression, Shimura Danzo placed the briefcase on the table.

Upon opening it, there were bundles of brand-new banknotes, totaling thirty million taels.

It's only because the Land of Fire's banknotes have relatively large denominations that Danzo would have had to carry such a large bag...

It undermines his dignity as the Hokage's assistant and the Dark Ninja!

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Kakuzu with a smile.

Logically speaking, negotiation shouldn't be about letting the other party name their price...

However, Kakuzu nowadays has no room for error when it comes to making exorbitant demands.

Furthermore, Hiruzen Sarutobi also wanted to take this opportunity to observe whether Kakuzu's obsession with money stemmed from a morbid obsession with 'equivalent exchange'.

Kakuzu remained silent for a long time.