Chapter 243: Danzo: My chance has come!
Chapter 243: Danzo: My chance has come! (st and nd update)
"Teacher, I'm back."
Hanekawa opened the door and called out, "There's another guest."
Tsunade, who was lying dead on the sofa, stood up immediately upon hearing this, picked up her coat and put it on.
Although she can be casual in front of Hanekawa, she will pay a little attention to her image when there are outsiders around.
"Who is this?"
When Tsunade saw Yamato, she couldn't help but raise an eyebrow and said, "Looks like a Root ninja."
"Can you see this?"
Hanekawa asked in surprise.
"Whether it's the look in his eyes or his demeanor, they're all too lifeless."
Tsunade explained, "In the entire Konoha Village, only the Root ninjas are like this."
"As expected of a teacher, you are very observant."
Hanekawa gave a thumbs up and praised.
"Grumpy."
Tsunade glared at him and asked, "What's going on with this Root ninja?"
"His name is Jia, and he is a survivor of the Wood Release experiment."
Hanekawa replied.
"what?"
Tsunade couldn't help but stare at Yamato.
"Show me some Wood Release."
Hanekawa reminded.
Yamato was stunned for a moment, then formed seals with his hands.
Wood Release: The Technique of the Great Forest!
Chakra surged out and his arms transformed into multiple wooden vines.
"The name Jia is too ugly. From now on, you should be called Yamato."
Tsunade thought for a moment and said.
"Yamato?"
Yamato subconsciously looked at Hanekawa.
Compared to Tsunade, whom he had never met, he trusted Hanekawa who possessed Wood Release more.
"She's Tsunade, have you heard of that name?"
Hanekawa smiled and asked.
"heard about it."
Yamato replied expressionlessly, "She is the granddaughter of the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama."
"Is she qualified to name you?"
Hanekawa asked again.
"Have."
Yamato said dully.
"To make a Wood Release Ninja look like this, that guy Shimura Danzo really deserves to die!"
Seeing this, Tsunade couldn't help but get angry and said.
Although Yamato's Wood Release is man-made, it is still Wood Release after all.
Not to mention the power of Wood Release, his special significance to Konoha Village alone is enough to encourage Yamato to be carefully cultivated and allowed to grow healthily.
But he happened to meet Danzo Shimura.
He was forced to be indoctrinated with a lot of dark ideas and then turned into a walking corpse.
"Teacher, I have an idea."
Hanekawa coughed lightly and said, "Yamato is not too old, so he can join Minato-senpai's ninja team."
"Minato?"
Tsunade pondered for a moment and said, "He is indeed a good candidate."
Minato Namikaze is known as the 'little sun', which is just right to dispel the darkness in Yamato's mind.
And his ninja team happened to be short of people.
Wood Release Ninja is of great significance, and she is not at ease joining an ordinary ninja team.
Minato Namikaze is very powerful and is Jiraiya's student, so there is no problem.
"I'll take him there now."
Hanekawa said immediately.
"Why do I feel like you have already arranged all this clearly?"
Tsunade asked, staring at him.
"Because I'm very capable."
Hanekawa asked without blushing, "Do you think I can be your secretary?"
"Then you have to work harder."
Tsunade curled her lips and said, "Go quickly and come back soon."
"is teacher."
Hanekawa glanced at Yamato and said, "Follow me."
They went to Minato Namikaze's house first, and when they found out he was not there, they went straight to Kushina Uzumaki's house.
"Hanekawa!"
A familiar voice sounded.
Hanekawa is no longer surprised.
Uzumaki Kushina's perception is amazing and she can always sense his arrival in advance.
"Kushina-sister."
Hanekawa took the initiative to greet, "Minato-senpai."
"Who is this?"
Uzumaki Kushina looked at Yamato.
His behavior was too eccentric. Whether he saw her or Minato Namikaze, he had no reaction, like a piece of wood.
"A ninja at the root?"
Minato Namikaze has fought against Root ninjas and looks similar to Yamato.
Hanekawa couldn't help but complain, is there any bad smell on the Root Ninja's body? How come you can recognize them at a glance?
"How did you bring a Root ninja here?"
Uzumaki Kushina asked in confusion.
"His name is Yamato, and he is a survivor of the Wood Release experiment."
Hanekawa explained.
"Survivors? You mean the Wood Release experiment was successful?"
Namikaze Minato was immediately very surprised.
He was also present at yesterday's meeting and knew that it was Danzo Shimura and Orochimaru who restarted the Wood Release experiment.
But what he didn't expect was that there were survivors.
This means that Konoha Village will have a second Wood Release ninja.
"Yamato."
Hanekawa waved his hand and said, "Show me."
Yamato used Wood Release: Great Forest Technique again, transforming his arms into multiple vines.
"It's... incredible!"
Namikaze Minato sighed.
"Sensei means for him to become Minato-senpai's student."
Hanekawa continued.
"me?"
Minato Namikaze was stunned.
"You know."
Hanekawa said meaningfully, "He used to be a Root ninja."
After a little thought, Minato Namikaze understood the hidden meaning behind his words.
This is to let him be a psychological teacher.
"can."
Minato Namikaze agreed.
The Wood Release Ninja is definitely qualified to be his student, and he will not hold back Kakashi Hatake and Might Guy.
"go!"
Uzumaki Kushina patted Hanekawa's shoulder and said, "Have lunch here!"
"You might be able to give us some advice."
Minato Namikaze suddenly thought of something and said.
"What advice?"
Hanekawa asked with a puzzled look on his face.
"Ahem, that's it."
Uzumaki Kushina suddenly became coy, "I'm planning to marry Minato, how about you help us pick a date?"
"Congratulations!"
Hanekawa said quickly.
He wasn't surprised.
Uzumaki Naruto will be born on October 10th next year.
They just happened to be able to get married at this time.
In addition, now that the Third Ninja World War has ended, we have officially entered a relatively peaceful period, which is suitable for marriage.
"Konoha needs time to recover from the damage caused by the war. I think next month is an option."
Hanekawa thought for a moment and said.
"That's what we thought too."
Namikaze Minato agreed and asked, "Which day do you choose?"
"October 10th."
Hanekawa said nonsense, "Two tens make a perfect pair."
"Why are we chatting now? Aren't you staying for dinner?"
Uzumaki Kushina asked.
"If I stay, the teacher will have nothing to eat."
Hanekawa said with a smile.
"Too."
Uzumaki Kushina nodded.
"Then I'll leave him to you, Minato-senpai."
Hanekawa glanced at Yamato.
From beginning to end, he seemed indifferent, as if he had no extra emotions.
After Hanekawa left Uzumaki Kushina's house, he headed to the Hyuga clan.
"Our Konoha Dragon is here!"
Hinata Hizashi was as enthusiastic as Uchiha Fugaku and took the initiative to greet them.
"What Konoha Dragon?" Hanekawa raised his eyebrows and asked.
"Don't you know yet?"
Hinata Hizashi smiled and explained, "It's your title."
"Who took it?"
Hanekawa asked curiously.
"I don't know who took it, but it has spread throughout the Leaf Village now."
Hinata Hizashi shook his head and said.
Hanekawa was thoughtful.
This title obviously comes from the Dragon God of Konoha.
Especially the battle between him transforming into a dragon and the Eight-Tails that day.
how to say?
It sounds okay, at least much stronger than that water-based monster from before.
"Is Uncle Hiashi here?"
Hanekawa got down to business.
"He has not come back yet."
Hinata Hizashi paused and said, "I'll send someone to call him now."
"No, it's the same as what I told you."
Hanekawa thought for a moment and said, "No matter what happens tomorrow, you Hyuga clan ninjas should not act rashly."
"...?"
Hinata Hizashi's first reaction was that Hanekawa was going to rebel.
But on second thought, I felt it was impossible.
Because it's only a matter of time before Tsunade becomes Hokage, there's no need to take any risks.
"You will know what it is tomorrow."
Hanekawa added, "Don't worry, it's definitely not a difficult matter, and it won't affect your Hyuga clan."
"I understand!"
Hinata Hiashi nodded and said solemnly, "The Hyuga clan will certainly do as requested."
"Thank you."
Hanekawa secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He couldn't tell Hinata Hizashi directly what happened.
After all, manipulating Danzo Shimura to defect was too shocking.
The next afternoon.
Tsunade and Hanekawa arrived at the gate of Konoha Village after receiving the notification from the Anbu ninja.
Not only them, but also many senior ninjas, including Sarutobi Hiruzen and Utane Koharu and other high-ranking officials.
Led by Sarutobi Hiruzen, everyone stood at the gate of Konoha Village waiting.
Because the Fire Country Daimyo is coming.
Hinata Hizashi glanced at Hanekawa subconsciously.
He remembered what he was asked to do yesterday.
Could it be that Hanekawa is going to take action against the Daimyo of the Land of Fire?
This is how to do?
Sarutobi Hiruzen was also in deep thought.
He wondered why the Daimyo of the Land of Fire suddenly came to Konoha Village.
Is it because Konoha Village achieved unprecedented results in this war?
It made sense, but for some reason, Sarutobi Hiruzen always felt uneasy.
Ten minutes later, a team of carriages appeared in their sight and slowly drove towards them.
"Big name."
Sarutobi Hiruzen took the initiative to meet him.
"Hiruzen."
The Fire Country Daimyo smiled and said, "You guys did a great job in this war. It would be wrong of me if I didn't come and take a look."
"Your arrival brings glory to Konoha Village."
Sarutobi Hiruzen breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this and said with a smile on his face.
"No need to say polite words, let's go into the village."
The Fire Country Daimyo waved his hand and said.
"Please."
Sarutobi Hiruzen raised his hand and said.
Hokage Building Conference Room.
In the past, Sarutobi Hiruzen always sat on the main throne, but today he gave it to the Daimyo of the Land of Fire.
"Big name."
Sarutobi Hiruzen handed over a scroll and said, "Please take a look."
The Fire Nation Daimyo opened the scroll.
It records all the achievements of Konoha Village during the four years of this war.
“It’s better than I thought.”
The Fire Country Daimyo smiled with satisfaction and said, "Next year's aid will be increased by 10%."
"Thank you very much!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen said immediately.
One percent may sound like a small amount, but the total amount is large, so one more percent is enough to make Konoha Village live a very comfortable life.
"As for the money and materials needed for post-war reconstruction, the Fire Nation will also be responsible for it."
The Fire Nation Daimyo continued.
Sarutobi Hiruzen was a little surprised.
This is no small sum.
Why did you suddenly become so generous?
"I heard that the biggest contributor this time is your student Tsunade?"
The Fire Nation Daimyo looked at Tsunade and asked.
"Exactly."
Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and said, "Without her, this war probably won't be over in a short time."
“It’s not just my credit.”
Tsunade stood up and said calmly, "And my student, Hanekawa."
"I know him."
The Fire Nation Daimyo chuckled and said, "It is indeed good."
"You are so kind."
Hanekawa said very modestly.
"Hiruzen, it looks like you have someone to take over."
The Fire Country Daimyo changed the subject and asked, "I wonder if you have chosen the next Hokage?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but be stunned.
The entire conference room suddenly fell silent.
Utatane Koharu, Uchiha Fugaku, Hyuga Hiashi, Aburame Shimi and others also looked at each other.
"Big name."
Sarutobi Hiruzen came back to his senses and said, "Because the Ninja World War has not yet ended, I haven't considered it for the time being."
"We can start thinking about it now. After all, the war is over."
The Fire Country Daimyo said calmly, "Please inform me as soon as you have a candidate so that I can prepare early."
"Yes, Daimyo."
Sarutobi Hiruzen had no choice but to agree.
"I'll be back to the Fire Nation Metropolis after the celebration."
The Fire Nation Daimyo stood up and said, "Don't keep me waiting too long."
Sarutobi Hiruzen was startled and subconsciously glanced at Tsunade.
Don't blame him for not doubting.
The Fire Nation Daimyo is just short of explicitly supporting Tsunade, and they have a very good relationship.
But he didn't expect Tsunade to do this.
The Jonin meeting ended.
Sarutobi Hiruzen took the Daimyo of the Land of Fire to the Daimyo's mansion in Konoha Village, while the rest of the jonin returned to their respective homes.
Hanekawa followed Tsunade out of the Hokage building.
"The old man has probably guessed that I was the one who invited the great name."
Tsunade said absentmindedly.
"What's the harm if you guessed it?"
Hanekawa said nonchalantly.
"He is my teacher after all."
Tsunade sighed and said.
"It's all for Konoha."
Hanekawa said casually.
"You sound like Danzo Shimura said that."
Tsunade raised her hand, flicked his forehead, and said, "Don't learn from him, little brat."
"Of course I won't!"
Hanekawa assured, "Teacher, don't worry. If you tell me to go east, I will never go west!"
The night is getting darker.
Konoha Heavy Punishment Room.
Shimura Danzo suddenly heard the sound of a door opening.
"Lord Danzo!"
A Root ninja walked in, "I am late! Please forgive me!"
"You did a great job!"
When Danzo Shimura saw this, he immediately showed a look of surprise.
"Please follow me, Danzo-sama."
The Root Ninja, or rather Hanekawa, brought Danzo Shimura out of the Konoha Prison.
“I can’t just walk away.”
Shimura Danzo said in a deep voice, "If I leave Konoha Village, I will become a traitor. Now the only one who can save me is the Daimyo."
He had already been hinted by Uchiha Shisui, so the first person he thought of was the Daimyo of the Land of Fire.
"The Daimyo arrived at Konoha Village this afternoon."
Hanekawa reminded.
"What a coincidence?"
Shimura Danzo immediately said excitedly, "God is helping me! My chance has come!"
(End of this chapter)