I unleashed a Hundred Demons Parade in the Ninja World

"I'm old, I can't hold on much longer."

With just one sentence, the atmosphere in the entire room dropped a notch.

"Danzo also committed an unforgivable mistake due to his own persistent obsession, and fled the village several months ago."

"Konoha is currently in a transitional period where there is a lack of capable successors."

Without directly answering Jiraiya's question, Hiruzen Sarutobi, having put down his pipe, slowly recounted the current state of Konoha.

The way it appears is that of a kind elder talking to a returning traveler about the changes in the family over the years.

The visitor did not respond, but simply stared at the white-haired old man in silence, waiting for what was bound to happen next.

"Are you still searching for the so-called 'Child of Destiny' for that person on Mount Myōboku?"

Sure enough, after a brief pause, the Third Hokage, seated behind the Hokage, spoke again.

"But if even Lord Hashirama, who once quelled the chaos of the world, cannot be called the 'Child of Destiny,' then what kind of person can be called the 'Child of Destiny'?"

"Fate is something that has always been in the hands of each individual."

This time, he added on his own without waiting for Jiraiya's response.

Furthermore, there is a subtle sense of dissatisfaction or disapproval between the lines regarding the visitor's current actions.

"come back."

"Konoha needs you now."

"Therefore, I can recommend this position to you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice was utterly devoid of any joking tone, and his gaze was fixed intently on the disciple in his field of vision, as if he wanted to see through all of the disciple's inner thoughts.

If the other party wavers even slightly, he will do everything in his power to break through that opening!

This point was also something he had thought about carefully.

Because when that day comes, he is mentally prepared to perish together with the Nine-Tails, the calamity that wiped out Uchiha Ara.

At that time, not only will the threat posed by that evil clan be eliminated, but the name of Konoha will also be preserved.

The only loophole at present is,

With its own leader absent, and with Danzo Shimura having defected to Konoha and his two advisors being sent to the Daimyo's residence, the entire village was bound to fall into a chaotic state of leaderlessness.

Such chaos could very well give external forces an opportunity to launch an invasion.

Especially Sunagakure, who is pushing this Chunin Exam with unclear intentions!

Therefore, before that chaos arrives, Konoha must establish a new backbone so that it can weather the most difficult time after the turmoil begins!

Although the village has a number of insightful people such as Nara Shikaku and Hyuga Hiashi.

But it's still not enough.

Their strength and experience are not enough to stabilize the overall situation!

The title of the Three Legendary Sannin is more than enough!

This is the fundamental reason why Hiruzen Sarutobi tried his best to bring Jiraiya back even though Tsunade wouldn't return.

Regardless of whether the former has recovered from the grief of losing his brother and lover over the years, the fact that he suffers from hemophobia alone is enough for him to choose not to recommend the other party to be the next Hokage.

"I can announce this decision publicly tomorrow."

Seeing that Jiraiya remained silent, Hiruzen Sarutobi raised his stakes even higher.

Now that things have come to this point, he has no better options and no more time to wait for Sarutobi Asuma to truly grow up, inherit his mantle, and stand on his own.

If Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin, were standing here today, he would surely accept this proposal without hesitation.

Unfortunately, the visitor was Jiraiya.

Aside from his disapproving voyeuristic tendencies, he had no other desires whatsoever.

As for ambition and aspirations, let's not even mention them.

"The Great Toad Sage has lived for over a thousand years. He has experienced more than Hashirama and even the entire history of the ninja world."

Therefore, its prophecy must be based on something.

"Therefore, I will continue down this path."

Jiraiya answered without the slightest hesitation.

"Besides, old man, you know my easygoing nature all too well. I'm simply not suited to sit in this serious position that carries such a heavy responsibility."

"Bringing Tsunade back to take on the responsibilities of Hokage seems like the best course of action."

He went on to add, while also offering some constructive suggestions.

The old man's condition really made him feel uneasy.

This feeling is like entrusting an orphan to someone!

"Of course, I have no objection to you continuing to sit in this position, given your advanced age and vigor."

Jiraiya crossed his arms and chuckled, trying to ease the atmosphere in the room.

After all, the other person was his mentor, and they shared the purest, happiest, and most unforgettable memories.

These feelings and bonds can never be easily erased.

He didn't want to see the other person appear so old and frail.

"Ha, all these years have passed, but you haven't changed at all."

Hiruzen Sarutobi had already anticipated Jiraiya's answer.

He picked up his pipe and took a deep drag.

The billowing, murky smoke also suppressed the sense of pressure and radical thoughts that had risen in his heart.

He knew that he couldn't use a forceful approach to impose his will on this disciple; otherwise, it would only push the other party to go in the opposite direction of his will.

"I naturally sent people to find and contact Tsunade as well."

"But you know how much damage those battles caused her."

“A recall like this won’t work if you want the child to return home.”

What is needed is an opportunity.

After calming himself down a bit, Hiruzen Sarutobi continued.

"Perhaps you can find her."

Suddenly, another possibility came to mind.

After all, the relationship between the three Sannin was probably closer than the relationship between himself and them.

Especially between Jiraiya and Tsunade.

"If I abdicate before finding a suitable successor to the Fifth Hokage."

"Then, you will find Tsunade for me and take over this position."

"She's probably more likely to listen to your advice than I am."

At this point, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a little more at ease.

In general, Tsunade was indeed more suitable for the position of Hokage than the naturally carefree Jiraiya. Moreover, in addition to being one of the Legendary Sannin, she was also the granddaughter of the First Hokage.

This kind of status also makes it easier for them to gain the recognition of the ancient families in the village.

Although the former suffers from hemophobia, he can no longer consider himself a qualified ninja, let alone a powerful Hokage.

But there's still Jiraiya!

If Tsunade does become the Fifth Hokage, will he really be able to leave her, who suffers from hemophobia, alone in the village to continue her travels in search of the so-called "Child of Destiny"?

At the very least, they will not leave easily until this fatal weakness of the other party is completely eliminated.

This is Hiruzen Sarutobi's unwavering conviction.

I am certain of the personalities and styles of these two people!

Jiraiya will surely find a way to bring Tsunade back.

Tsunade's condition would inevitably prevent Jiraiya from leaving the village with a clear conscience.

Two of the three legendary ninjas reside in Konoha.

So this generation is worry-free.

Having considered this, the Third Generation, puffing on his pipe, revealed a faint sense of relief.

This was probably the shortest period of time he had felt most comfortable in recent days.

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"No."

"Don't go."

"How could that violent freak possibly listen to me?"

"Old man, you really know how to pick people."

Jiraiya looked utterly resistant, and even uttered sarcastic remarks.

Although he hadn't put such a suggestion into action yet, he could already imagine being turned away by the other party, or being punched away by that guy in a terrible way.

Therefore, absolutely not!

"Do not."

"You don't need to belittle yourself."

"Only you can complete this task, because you two are childhood friends."

This time, Hiruzen Sarutobi would never allow Jiraiya to refuse.

Because this concerns the future of the entire Hidden Leaf Village!

"If you don't want to become the next Hokage and still want to embark on the path of searching for the 'Child of Destiny,' I won't stop you."

"But there's one thing you must promise me, Jiraiya."