Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"Secondly, the arrangements for our generation of ninjas."

After a brief pause, Akira Hatake continued his speech.

"The young and middle-aged ninjas of Konoha are still the backbone of the village, but even the backbone has its uses."

"Many people have a problem: they feel that they can't fully utilize their skills."

Even if you give it your all, there are still concerns about the consequences of making sacrifices.

"But I'm here to tell you all that all your previous worries are now a thing of the past!"

"As long as you are willing to contribute to the village, the village will reward you accordingly."

"The scope of rewards includes, but is not limited to: access to the Ninja Library, generous monetary rewards, generous death benefits, and measures that compensate the entire family of a fallen ninja and allow them to inherit the corresponding merits of the fallen ninja."

"Therefore, you can rest assured and dedicate yourselves wholeheartedly to the village, because the village will not let your efforts and sacrifices be in vain!"

"Moreover, this regulation will be written into the new Will of Fire, and it will become an ironclad rule among Konoha's many policies that will never be changed, never be diluted, and never be abolished!"

"As long as Konoha exists, everyone can enjoy this privilege forever!"

Snap, snap, snap...!

As Akira Hatake sang his last syllable, a burst of enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience.

Many people clapped until their hands were red, but they still kept going, as if only through this behavior could they express the excitement in their hearts.

The applause continued for a long time, and even when Akira Hatake raised his hand to suppress it, he couldn't stop it immediately despite his current prestige.

Akira Hatake repeated the gesture of raising his hand to press down several times before the crowd below the stage finally quieted down again.

"Third, the final fate of the older generation of ninjas."

"The meaning of 'end' here is not entirely about dying of old age; it also means continuing to contribute the remaining energy of the older generation of ninjas."

"Inheritance is the ultimate reason why a super hidden village has thrived for so long, and there is no other reason!"

"Most of the older generation of ninjas were those who survived wars or carried out many dangerous missions."

"They know when to hide, when to strike, when to retreat, and when to turn around and counterattack."

"It can be said that the reason they have survived to this day, besides their strength, luck, and strategy, is primarily due to their courage to assess the situation and their determination to burn their bridges."

"No one can deny this point; I am, and so are everyone here."

"So how can we ensure that the older generation of ninjas can continue to contribute, instead of putting the cart before the horse and creating a situation like the Third Hokage who turned back the clock on history?"

Akira Hatake then used Hiruzen Sarutobi as an example, leaving Hiruzen, who had not yet left, somewhat numb and feeling a sense of shame, as if he were nailed to the pillar of shame.

After giving a brief example using Hiruzen Sarutobi, Akira Hatake went on to explain his solution.

"First, the Ninja Academy will conduct real combat classes, with senior ninjas designing the curriculum, directing drills, and finally conducting simulated summaries."

"No one can comment on this, because the new generation has no right to speak without having experienced war; everything they do is just theoretical."

"Secondly, the Ninja Academy will also launch new courses, the main content of which is similar to lectures, and will be decided by the older generation of ninjas themselves."

Finally, the older generation of ninjas would receive medals based on their past achievements, which would earn them the respect and admiration of the entire village.

"Thanks……"

"Thank you, Lord Ming..."

As soon as Akira Hatake finished speaking, some of the surviving older generation ninjas burst into tears, their red eyes filled with gratitude for him.

In the ninja world, ninjas whose strength declines and who gradually enter old age will, unless they hold important positions, completely leave the community and wither away alone.

This is both a helpless situation and an inevitability.

Because strength is everything in the ninja world; without strength, one is truly like roadside weeds, ignored by everyone.

Let's talk about some more practical issues. The older generation of ninjas are no longer able to carry out missions. If they can't carry out missions, they can't earn commissions, and without commissions, the village's income will decline.

With such a real problem at hand, it would be strange if the village treated the older generation of ninjas well!

Akira Hatake's third strategy undoubtedly solved the predicament of the older generation of ninjas, not only allowing them to shine but also giving them a second spring.

People are not afraid of being idle, but they are afraid of being idle and useless. This kind of spiritual emptiness will become more and more intense as they get older.

Akira Hatake's actions can be seen as resolving the psychological issues of the older generation of ninjas.

After the three measures were introduced, Akira Hatake united the new, young, and old generations of Konoha people, and at this moment, Konoha was truly united and its strength could move mountains.

"Master Ming!"

"Master Ming!"

"Master Ming!"

As Akira Hatake finished his speech and bowed to the audience, the cheers from below rang out once again.

This time, there were no hysterical shouts, no passionate outbursts; all that remained was admiration and respect for Akira Hatake.

After bowing again in thanks, Akira Hatake looked at Minato Namikaze, who nodded and took over Hatake's duties, then strode towards the platform.

Next up is Minato Namikaze's turn, and Akira Hatake can finally take a break.

"what?"

After Akira Hatake stepped down, he felt a gaze constantly fixed on him.

With a soft "hmm," Akira Hatake turned his head to look back, relying on his senses.

The next second, their eyes met, and Akira Hatake saw deep love and admiration in the girl's eyes.

It's sunset red.

Ignoring Kurenai Yuhi standing beside her, Akira Hatake smiled at Kurenai and made a heart shape with his hands.

This gesture is almost universal. Even across dimensions or worlds, anyone with a modicum of intelligence can immediately understand the meaning of the heart gesture.

Kurenai Yuhi was not stupid; her sensitive nature immediately made her understand the meaning of Akira Hatake's heart-shaped hand gesture.

Her face turned bright red in an instant, like a ripe apple, making one want to lean in and take a bite.

After a brief moment of embarrassment, Kurenai Yuhi mustered her courage and, mimicking Akira Hatake's gesture, also made a heart shape with her hands for him.

Reaching out, Akira Hatake carefully grasped the fictitious red heart in his hand, then slowly patted it onto his chest.

"Bad guy..."

After seeing Akira Hatake's actions, Kurenai Yuhi's mind went completely blank. She glanced at Shinku Yuhi standing beside her, then unconsciously clutched the hem of her clothes and shyly looked at Akira Hatake.

Akira Hatake noticed Kurenai's expressions and movements, which made him find them somewhat amusing.

He hadn't expected that a simple heart-shaped gesture would elicit such a strong reaction from Kurenai.

Akira Hatake touched his nose and made a hand gesture to Kurenai Yuhi, the latter instantly understanding the meaning.

Slightly embarrassed, Kurenai Yuhi still gave Hatake Akira a barely perceptible nod...

Chapter 260 Love arises without warning, and deepens with time.

The memorial ceremony for the fallen ninjas of Konoha has come to a perfect close. Konoha has ushered in a new Will of Fire and an unprecedented unity.

There was no infighting among the high-ranking officials of Konoha, no estrangement among the Konoha ninja, and all the villagers of Konoha were full of hope for life.

This is the Konoha that should truly be.

Thanks to Akira Hatake's hard work, he finally reaped a bountiful harvest.

But after a bumper harvest, there is bound to be a period of digestion, and Akira Hatake naturally had a reason to slack off.

Akira Hatake's life is about to get back on track, and he will be living the life he has always dreamed of.

As the crowds dispersed from the Konoha Memorial Garden, Akira Hatake sent Kakashi away and followed the flow of people to the Konoha Commercial Street, which he once knew so well.

This place holds so many memories for him that he couldn't help but stand there, as if waiting for happiness to knock on his door.

"Lord Ming."

"Um?!"

A playful voice came from behind him, and Akira Hatake immediately recognized the person, but he did not expose them right away.

"Is there a problem?"

Without turning around, and with a somewhat cold voice, Akira Hatake completely controlled the aura of a superior.

"Akira Hatake, you're so annoying!"

Akira Hatake's question made Kurenai Yuhi feel like she'd been stepped on, and she let out a suppressed shout of exasperation.

Before Akira Hatake could make a move, Kurenai Yuhi stepped forward and got close to him, standing on tiptoe and grabbing his neck.

Because of the height difference, Kurenai's actions were somewhat quirky, but this kind of behavior is only in line with her age.

"Cough cough."

Akira Hatake coughed a few times, his slightly protruding Adam's apple bobbing up and down, feeling a little uncomfortable as Kurenai Yuhi's smooth arms encircled him.

"red?"

However, Akira Hatake continued to tease Kurenai Yuhi, and his dreamlike appearance only made Kurenai behind him even more relentless.

With continued exertion of force in her arm, Kurenai gritted her teeth in hatred.

"You're really something! It's only been less than a year since we last met, and you can't even recognize my voice!"

"That's because you called me 'Lord Ming' first, so I..."

"Lies!" Kurenai Yuhi lay sprawled on Akira Hatake's back, tightening her grip on his neck. She didn't notice that she was no longer the same person she used to be.

As the saying goes, the girl next door is growing up, and while she is still young and beautiful, her allure is also increasing day by day.

Feeling Kurenai lying on his back, Akira Hatake felt a slight stirring in his heart.

It's been a year since I last saw her, and Kurenai Yuhi has really grown up...

With a sigh, Akira Hatake grabbed Kurenai Yuhi's arm, then bent down abruptly, supporting her legs with his other hand, and hoisted Kurenai onto his back.

Akira Hatake chuckled inwardly when he felt Kurenai Yuhi stiffen for a moment on his back.

He mischievously bounced her up and down, causing Kurenai's originally stiff body to lie flat on his back.

"Ming, put me down..."