I unleashed a Hundred Demons Parade in the Ninja World

As for the Hyuga clan...

The deceased are gone, and Kumogakure has paid a price.

That should be enough.

The other extreme, in contrast to the common people, are the various influential clans in Konoha.

Aside from the Uchiha clan's clearly visible hostility, the next most dissatisfied were the Hyuga clan, the main protagonists of this reconciliation event.

this day,

While the entire Hidden Leaf Village was immersed in the joy of the Hidden Cloud Village bowing its head, a profound sorrow permeated a corner of the village, in that ancient and imbued region.

The cries of anguish echoed from the streets to the alleyways.

The black mourning clothes were completely out of place with the current atmosphere in Konoha.

Hyuga Neji, who had just entered the fifth grade, stood at the forefront of his clan, tears silently streaming from his pure Byakugan eyes.

The coffin drew ever closer.

His father has returned.

However, he will never be able to rest in peace!

With their fingers interlocked, the hard bones produced a crisp yet dull sound under the pressure of the force.

He moved forward to meet him.

Tears welled up in her eyes even more.

He hated the clan.

Hate the caged bird

I hate that useless clan leader!

Sooner or later, it will happen!

He would use his own hands to shatter this outdated family tradition!

【besides,】

Thank you, Uchiha Ara. I owe you a debt of gratitude.

The Hyuga clan members involved in the incident were very clear about this.

The reason why Hizashi's body was able to return was not because of the negotiating team's reasoned arguments, but because the bargaining chip they offered was simply too substantial, substantial enough to rival the patriarch of a large clan.

As for that chip, it was brought back by Ara of the Uchiha clan!

Meanwhile, Hyuga Neji, who had approached, gently pressed his cheek against the cold coffin.

Dear Father,

Welcome home.

Not far away, Hyuga Hiashi, the clan leader, stood silently.

He longed to go forward and greet his younger brother, but after taking a few steps, he stopped in his tracks.

For a moment, she didn't know how or how to greet her younger brother.

Especially when he saw Neji lying on the coffin, completely sobbing uncontrollably.

"Master Patriarch,"

A soft call reached Hiashi's ear, as if seeking instructions on something.

but,

He shook his head, then tilted his head back.

Birds flew across the sky.

Welcome home, Japanese travel companion.

Uchiha, Hyuga

These two clans, which to some extent represented the face of Konoha, began to show their dissatisfaction, a fact that Hiruzen Sarutobi saw and understood.

Moreover, it's far more than just these two families.

The Kurama clan, confined to a remote corner, is also gradually drifting away from itself.

Even the incident involving Danzo's right eye caused some family heads who had attended the meeting to begin to harbor suspicions.

Although the truth of the matter has not been truly revealed, and the bandage wrapped around the old man's right eye has not been removed, once such suspicion takes root, it will inevitably become uncontrollable.

Especially those family heads who were present, they were no fools!

Therefore,

Given this environment, it was necessary for him to establish a new film studio.

In this way, while gaining the support of ordinary residents and ninjas, it can also somewhat appease the unease and suspicion of other clans.

Besides, I'm getting old.

As for who will succeed as Hokage, Yu Zhi had already made up his mind:

That was his own son, Sarutobi Asuma!

First of all, as a former member of the "Twelve Guardian Ninjas," he naturally had an unparalleled advantage in his relationship with the Daimyo.

At the same time, his past experience of serving as a Jonin-level ninja and leading Chunin and Genin squads on missions for many years has also given him a certain prestige and reputation among ordinary ninjas.

In addition to his deeds of leading his clansmen to support the eastern border a year ago, and his successful negotiation with the Land of Iron this time, Sarutobi Asuma's name has become widely known in Konoha.

There are still two aspects that are lacking.

The first and most direct point is: ability and qualifications.

There's nothing wrong with seniority, because there's a precedent with Minato Namikaze, who became the Fourth Hokage at a much younger age.

What truly troubled them was Asuma's strength.

This doesn't mean he's weak, but rather that his strengths aren't obvious!

This is especially true in Konoha, a place teeming with talented individuals.

【Konoha's White Fang - Hatake Sakumo.】

[Yellow Flash - Minato Namikaze.]

【Bloodthirsty Asura - Uchiha Ara】

[Copy Ninja - Kakashi Hatake.]

[Shisui of the Body Flicker - Uchiha Shisui.]

[The Legendary Sannin of Konoha: Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru!]

Etc., etc.

True powerhouses, those with exceptional ninja talent, have long since distinguished themselves in their youth and been bestowed with titles that symbolize respect by other forces.

However, even now, Sarutobi Asuma only has the title of "Guardian Ninja - Twelve Warriors" that once existed within the Land of Fire.

Compared to that, it's far too insignificant. Such strength is simply not enough to lead the true Konoha and win the hearts and minds of those arrogant clans!

Fortunately, I am still alive and can stay in this position for a while longer.

The time gained can be used to further refine Asma.

Similarly, a stellar resume and recognition from powerful clans and ordinary ninjas are also ways to make up for one's own shortcomings.

That's why Hiruzen Sarutobi is able to make him so active in various situations.

Even on a battlefield where life is at risk!

The second point is relatively simple: build a good team that belongs to you.

After all, if one wants to sit securely in the position of Hokage and maintain the development of Konoha, then having a group of loyal and powerful subordinates is an essential prerequisite.

The term 'strength' is not limited to individual power at all; it also includes intellect, mindset, strategic vision, and the influence behind the scenes.

Otherwise, it will escalate into a predicament similar to that of Amegakure.

Despite possessing the individual strength to rival the Five Great Ninja Villages, Hanzo of the Salamander lacked truly outstanding subordinates to accompany him in his quest for supremacy, and was instead confined to a corner of the Land of Rain.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had already planned for this. His strong fingers lightly flipped through the documents on the table, and a list immediately appeared in his palm.

As his gaze followed his thoughts, three names were locked onto.

Konoha Academy, fourth-year students: Nara Shikamaru, Yamanaka Ino, and Akimichi Choji.

These are the offspring of the clan chiefs of Nara, Yamanaka, and Akimichi. They will graduate in two years and will then be facing the situation of forming a squad.

Asma, on the other hand, is fully capable of fulfilling the role of squad leader.

By possessing this future 'Ino-Shika-Cho', one gains the support of these three races in a sense!

To know,

The mentor-student relationship imposed upon them serves as another layer of protection.

Most importantly, Asuma's personality is very similar to his own when he was young.

He is gentle and possesses a spirit of self-sacrifice, and he can treat even the Uchiha clan equally, admitting their mistakes on their behalf.

Such qualities would surely impress the three little ones, a point that Hiruzen Sarutobi firmly believed.

just,

Was it my past self?

The white-haired old man hesitated for a moment as he pondered this, and his vision became somewhat blurred as if he were recalling something from the past. However, he quickly dismissed this emotion and took the opportunity to calm himself down.

His scattered gaze sharpened; his plans didn't stop there!

According to Kurenai Yuhi's report, Yakumo Kurama has a cold personality. Apart from her burning passion for painting, it seems that only when she mentions that boy does her lively eyes reveal a different kind of light.

First come, first served.

It was clear that he had made a move that was a step too late.

Of course, when Hiruzen Sarutobi gave the mission, he didn't explicitly tell Kurenai Yuhi that he wanted her to win over the girl's heart. He simply told her to be a tutor there in the simplest and most peaceful way.