Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

At this moment, he finally believed in Konoha, or rather, in the Hokage standing before him.

They actually came to him to do business.

Even when murder and robbery were clearly possible, choosing a fair trade and letting him name his own price...

"It depends on how much you want..."

Kakuzu pulled on his arm, and a large number of demonic threads surged out from the gap.

Danzo Shimura squinted.

This form is practically no longer human...

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't react much, he just observed curiously.

Compared to some of Orochimaru's techniques, Kakuzu's Earth Grudge Fear, though strange, is still acceptable.

Kakuzu's lips moved slightly, as if he were doing some mental calculations: "Thirteen million taels, about twenty catties, which is the most active part. This is my cost price."

Shimura Danzo coldly sarcastically remarked, "A catty costs nearly 700,000 taels, so you're worth over 100 million?"

There was something else Danzo wanted to say, but he hesitated and didn't say it aloud.

He was thinking, "Do you think we, Konoha, are selling 'Holy Land Pills'? Making such exorbitant profits..."

Kakuzu frowned; he loathed Danzo.

Because in the past, the Roots often hired bounty hunters without paying them, engaging in double-crossing.

They are considered disruptors of the underground order.

"Those who don't understand business should refrain from interfering..."

"First, this is the most active part; second, I calculated it based on combat losses; third, removing these parts will affect my combat effectiveness and thus affect my ability to take on some big orders."

Things have become so strange that there's no need to hide anything anymore.

Kakuzu ignored Shimura Danzo and looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen: "If the Hokage wants a fair trade, this is my bottom line."

"Alright, I'll give you 20 million taels for these local grievances. Businesses need to make a profit, and Konoha doesn't mistreat its friends."

"You may take the remaining ten million taels as well."

"Three million taels is the deposit for the next round, and the remaining seven million taels is for hiring you," Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a generous wave of his hand.

Thirty million taels?

Three hundred Holy Land Pills! That's only the annual supply for seven or eight nobles…

If this allows us to apply the Earth Grudge Fear to Konoha's war system, the resulting benefits would far exceed what 30 million ryo could possibly achieve...

Moreover, aside from the earth's grudge, Kakuzu's behavior patterns and his own character are also extremely valuable.

A bounty hunter with the strength of a shadow realm and immense experience who travels among the major countries without attracting much attention...

It's such a great deal that you can hire someone for just a little money.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was a discerning person. Upon sensing it, he realized that the Earth Grudge Fear that Kakuzu had just released contained extremely thick and dense chakra, clearly different from the other parts.

It is an essence similar to 'heart's blood' or core tissue.

Kakuzu was clearly taken aback.

He shared the same sentiments as the daimyo of the Land of Fire, Kujo Gen, Nara Akimichi, and the Hyuga clan.

The Third Hokage was indeed a kind and honest person!

"Lord Hokage, what do you need me to do?" Kakuzu asked earnestly.

"During your employment, do not become hostile to Konoha. We know you have done this very well in the past."

"Gather valuable intelligence that you think Konoha will be interested in. As for the price, it should be 10% higher than the bounty office's price. Settle the payment in Konoha, with any overpayment refunded and any underpayment collected."

“I know you are a merchant, Kakuzu, who believes in the order and principle of equivalent exchange.” Hiruzen Sarutobi deliberately emphasized the second half of the sentence.

Kakuzu remained silent for a moment.

"Lord Hokage, would you be willing to exchange a blow with me? Three million taels will be deducted from the price of the intelligence."

Seemingly fearing Hiruzen Sarutobi might misunderstand, Kakuzu added, "To activate the Earth Grudge Fear, one must mobilize chakra for battle..."

But actually, Jiao Du wanted to confirm one thing.

Is Hiruzen Sarutobi actually stronger than him?

In this dog-eat-dog world of ninjas, rife with betrayal and filth, is there really anyone who, when stronger than their opponent and in a place where no one knows, can still restrain their violence and follow the rules?

Kakuzu had only ever met one person like that: the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju.

"Then please..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled: "I'd be eager to witness the might of the Earth Grudge Fear..."

003 The Earth Grudge is obtained; the inherently evil Shimura Danzo (3/10)

one move.

Although it was said to be a single move, Kakuzu used his full strength, but he also reminded Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The Five Elements Great Combo and the Earth Grudge Fear Ultimate Shot collided, leveling the surrounding forest to the ground with astonishing power!

Both were masters of the Five Elements Escape Technique…

Even among skilled players, there are differences in skill level.

Kakuzu knelt on one knee, coughing up black blood.

His clothes were already torn apart, and his strong body was covered in black dust from the explosion. Two of the masks on the heart-shaped monster behind him were almost broken off.

I said…

"You're the first person to challenge me head-on with Five Elements Ninjutsu..."

Not to mention now, Hiruzen Sarutobi's chakra is quite abundant...

Even before Kakuzu's talent was aligned with Konoha's, he wouldn't have stood a chance against him even if he used the Five Elements Release techniques.

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and extended his hand toward Kakuzu.

"The Third Hokage truly lives up to his reputation..." Kakuzu hesitated for a moment, then grasped Hiruzen Sarutobi's hand and stood up.

This scene caused him to experience a slight hallucination.

When Hashirama Senju fell to the ground, Mito Uzumaki released the Kongo Seal and personally helped him up, reminding him to be careful.

"Put this on, even though your physique is unusual..." Hiruzen Sarutobi took off his black robe with red clouds and threw it to Kakuzu, who was shirtless.

Actually, even the Hokage didn't want to wear this strangely designed outfit anymore...

If he returns to Konoha wearing this and isn't stopped by patrols, he'll be the one getting thoroughly checked!

“…Thank you.” Kakuzu silently put on the cloak, and after a moment, he spoke up to express his gratitude.

Although, in terms of strength, Hiruzen Sarutobi still couldn't compare to Hashirama Senju...

They are all stronger than him, and all have the ability to kill him.

Moreover, this indescribable, gentle, and unassuming demeanor...

But it's pretty much the same...

"Does he need to recover?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi sized up the Earth Grudge clone, its mask teetering precariously: "It truly possesses formidable power. With Earth Grudge, one can be considered to live as long as heaven and earth."

"Heh, I'm just barely surviving in this hellish ninja world."

Kakuzu chuckled. "Please wait a moment."

He found Hiruzen Sarutobi increasingly interesting…

They even asked him if he needed to recover from his injury?

Is it because they are afraid that extracting the essence of the Earthly Vengeance will cause irreversible damage to him?

That's not the kind of thinking a ninja should have... especially since he's the Hokage.

The Earth Grudge Clone transformed into black threads, which flowed into Kakuzu's back, making his slightly emaciated body plump up again.

With an outstretched arm, a large number of black threads emerged from the gaps, gradually tangling into a black ball.

Kakuzu remained expressionless, but a sound like a mask shattering emanated from his back.

Kakuzu pulled hard, seemingly without feeling any pain, and meticulously trimmed the excess parts of Hiruzen Sarutobi, packing them into a dense cuboid.

"Twenty million taels of silver for the Earthly Grudge, a deposit to offset the cost of our encounter, and ten million taels for intelligence fees..."

"Thank you for your patronage, Third Hokage of Konoha." As he spoke, Kakuzu took out a storage scroll, sealed it inside, and handed it to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

“What a businessman…” Hiruzen Sarutobi gave a thumbs up.

Although this scene was somewhat bizarre, Kakuzu's professionalism was truly admirable...

Yes, it is possible.

"Next time we need to deliver goods, we can just go to the vicinity of Konoha."

"The patrol team or the secret service will find you. Just tell them to come find me."

"I will come to pick you up myself," Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile, weighing the scroll in his hand.

Kakuzu smiled. "Although Konoha is considered one of the stronger of the Five Great Hidden Villages, I'm not so easily discovered by your men..."

"I just happened to run into you and..."

Kakuzu glanced at Shimura Danzo, his lips visibly curling into a sneer: "Let's just stick with him."

Danzo Shimura remained expressionless, but he had already clenched his back teeth.

Damn, my fists are so itchy!

I really want to punch Kakuzu in the face and then use my Wind Release to chop him into mincemeat!

While Hiruzen does possess a small amount of charisma...

But why should I be targeted like this?!