Konoha: Rebuild the glory of the Uchiha!

The sound of gongs and drums rang out from behind the coffin. The route for carrying the coffin would pass through the streets of Konoha, giving the villagers of Konoha and Tobirama Senju a final chance to say goodbye.

Tobirama Senju had an excellent reputation in Konoha. Although he usually appeared cold and aloof and rarely smiled, his contributions to Konoha were undeniable.

It could even be said that without Tobirama Senju, there would be no Konoha as we know it today. Hashirama Senju had no idea how difficult it was to build a village from scratch; it was all Tobirama who did all the hard work.

The streets were already lined with people, the villagers looking sorrowful with tears welling in their eyes, bidding their final farewell to the Second Hokage of Konoha.

"Have a safe journey, teacher."

"I will protect Konoha."

Hiruzen Sarutobi stood in the crowd, tears welling in his eyes, overwhelmed with grief. His life had been given to him by Tobirama Senju.

"teacher,,,,,,"

"Waaaaah, I really want to see you off on your final journey."

Standing next to Hiruzen Sarutobi, Danzo Shimura was equally grief-stricken and filled with regret.

As soon as news of Tobirama Senju's funeral spread, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, both Tobirama's disciples, came to the Senju family together. They volunteered to carry Tobirama's coffin, and if possible, even break the coffin basin!

Unfortunately, they were driven out by the Senju clan under the orders of Momoma Senju, and they didn't even get to see Mito Uzumaki.

To put it bluntly, without the burdens of people like Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, Tobirama Senju would have run away long ago.

How could Momoma Senju not know Tobirama Senju's strength?

Besides, who do you two think you are? If the entire Senju clan were to be wiped out, why would you need two outsiders to carry the coffin? It's not your turn at all.

They are utterly shameless.

Tobirama Senju wanted to personally criticize Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, but he held back because he respected the dead and couldn't offend his ancestors.

The funeral procession slowly made its way through the streets to the cemetery, where Tobirama Senju was placed into the pit that had been dug long ago.

The cries of anguish rang out once more as members of the Senju clan kowtowed one by one before the grave.

After the ceremony, the relatives and friends who came to the funeral bid farewell to Senju Tobirama. They no longer need to kneel; each person holds a bouquet of white flowers and places it in front of Senju Tobirama's grave.

Finally, we arrived at the most important part of the funeral.

Feast!

Enjoy a grand feast!

The Senju clan set up about a hundred tables to accommodate all the people attending the funeral, which must have cost them a lot of money.

However, compared to the monetary gifts received, it was just a drop in the ocean. The most expensive part of the entire funeral was the coffin made of Phoebe zhennan wood, which cost a whopping 60 taels of silver, comparable to an A-level mission. All the other miscellaneous items added up to only one million taels of silver for the funeral.

However, the amount of money received as gifts totaled over 63 million taels, which was eventually split 50/50 with Konoha. The reason for giving so much money was that Tobirama Senju was the Hokage of Konoha, just the head of the Senju clan, and his funeral was not that grand.

However, the Senju clan ultimately pocketed over 30 million taels, which was a considerable sum.

However, Uchiha Nan didn't care about this at all. He was currently enjoying a hearty meal at the banquet, with one dish after another being served, making Uchiha Nan very satisfied.

Given Uchiha Nan's status, no one would turn the table while he was eating, unless he didn't want to stay in Konoha anymore.

It must be said that the chef in charge of this grand banquet is very capable, and it is no less impressive than the banquet I ate last time that cost 30,000 taels of silver.

At the dinner table, glasses clinked and toasts were exchanged. The Thousand Hands Clan was holding a funeral. Those who came to the feast were all people of high status and position. Such a gathering of important figures was a rare sight, and many people took this opportunity to expand their networks.

Although the scene was a bit inappropriate, it didn't matter. Tobirama Senju lived a valuable life, and he died a valuable death. He would surely rest in peace.

The daimyo's eldest son had already started befriending Uchiha Nan while holding a cup.

The new head of the Uchiha clan possesses immense strength and may even become the Third Hokage of Konoha. This status alone is enough for the eldest son of the daimyo to lower himself and treat him with utmost respect.

Uchiha Nan naturally wouldn't let this opportunity pass, and the two chatted very pleasantly, although it made Senju Momoma a little unhappy.

The era of Tobirama Senju has passed, and Konoha must face the future. The primary issue facing Konoha is to select a new Hokage to lead the village forward.

A few days later, a meeting regarding the Third Hokage was held in Konoha.

Chapter 30 Rice Fire: Hiruzen Sarutobi, you son of a bitch!

After Tobirama Senju was laid to rest, the election of the Third Hokage was immediately put on the agenda. The Uchiha and Hyuga clans joined forces to invite all the major clans of Konoha to a meeting to discuss the matter.

The Senju clan also received an invitation. They had no choice but to attend this meeting. If they dared not to come, Uchiha Nan would have announced the successor to the Third Hokage of Konoha the very next day, and it would have been approved unanimously.

In the conference room, the heads of various families attended the meeting on time, some accompanied by several high-ranking members of their families. Before long, the conference room was full of people.

"Now that the Second Hokage has passed away, Konoha cannot be without a leader. It is time to elect the Third Hokage to lead Konoha on its future."

After Takuma Hinata finished speaking, all eyes turned to Mito Uzumaki.

Before Tobirama died, he had already chosen a candidate for the Third Hokage of Konoha.

After Mito Uzumaki finished speaking, no one present showed any surprise. The news had already spread throughout Konoha by Uchiha Nan.

"That person is Hiruzen Sarutobi."

The meeting room fell silent. The clan leaders had always treated the news of passing the throne to Hiruzen Sarutobi as a joke, and no one took it seriously.

Unexpectedly, Mito Uzumaki actually said it in the meeting room. It would be more accurate to say that she passed the position to Momoma Senju. Whether it's true or not, at least most people agree that Momoma Senju is qualified to become Hokage.

As for Hiruzen Sarutobi?

Give me a break!

"Lord Mito, isn't Hiruzen Sarutobi unsuitable? Is he capable of serving as the Hokage of Konoha?"

Hinata Takuma frowned as he expressed his opinion, his tone relatively tactful, not wanting to embarrass Uzumaki Mito in public.

"I agree with the Hyuga clan leader's opinion!"

"I agree!"

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Takuma Hinata's words instantly resonated with many, and voices of opposition arose, creating a one-sided situation.

"Quiet down, quiet down!"

Mito Uzumaki frowned, stopping the argument in the conference room, and then spoke calmly:

"In any case, this is the Third Hokage chosen by Tobirama. Why not let Hiruzen Sarutobi step forward and at least give him a chance to speak?"

Mito Uzumaki gave Hiruzen Sarutobi a subtle look, as if to say, "The stage has been set up for you; it's time for you to step up and perform."

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat down next to Sasuke Sarutobi, his eyes lighting up. It was time to show off!

Hiruzen Sarutobi had already rehearsed this scenario countless times in his mind, and had long since prepared the outline in his head.

Lately, he has been thinking about the future of Konoha, how he would restore Konoha's strength if he became Hokage, and how he would balance the relationships between the ninja villages.

Of course, the most important thing is the Will of Fire of Konoha. Where the leaves dance, the fire will never die!

This is the Will of Fire that he gleaned from Tobirama Senju's self-sacrificing act.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was determined to turn the tide with a speech that embodied the Will of Fire, hoping to persuade everyone present to give him a chance.

Now is the time to turn the tide!

Hiruzen Sarutobi mentally rallied himself and walked step by step to the center of the conference room, preparing to deliver his speech.

"Gentlemen, the future of Konoha."

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Hiruzen Sarutobi delivered a passionate speech on stage.

However, Uchiha Nan had no time to listen to Hiruzen Sarutobi's grand theories. Every clan leader present was very pragmatic. They would just listen to the Will of Fire and leave it at that, but they didn't actually treat it like a treasure.

Uchiha Nan gave Uchiha Inahi, who was sitting next to her, a look.

Daohuo, it's time to put your past skills of arguing with me to good use!

"Cheer up! Don't embarrass yourself!"

"You've been through thick and thin!"

Uchiha Nan encouraged Uchiha Inahi, who gave Nan a reassuring look. "Just some lowly Hiruzen Sarutobi!"

Still dare to spout nonsense here?

"Boiled!"

"Sarutobi Hiruzen!"

"I'll fuck your mother!"

"You're just a piece of trash from a small family, a deserter from the battlefield. What gives you the right to spout nonsense here?!"

"Didn't you want to become Hokage?"

"I'm telling you, no way!!"

Uchiha Inahime jumped out, walked up to Hiruzen Sarutobi, and started attacking him with her mouth, catching Hiruzen Sarutobi off guard.

"Ha ha ha ha!!!"

Uchiha Nan burst into laughter, a laugh that was utterly unrestrained. "Uchiha Inahashi, you really are a genius."

I'll reward you with two pounds of sweet potato liquor later.

That's a really good imitation! I could teach it so easily.

Uchiha Nan's arrogant laughter echoed throughout the entire venue, and the heads of various clans began to laugh along with him.

No one would listen to what Hiruzen Sarutobi was saying; he was just giving Mito Uzumaki face.

Everyone present knew the truth: currently, the only ones in Konoha with a chance of becoming Hokage are the Senju and Uchiha clans.

Everyone was waiting for the Uchiha to make their stance clear, and now that the Uchiha's attitude is so obvious, everyone no longer needs to pretend and can laugh to their hearts' content.

What right does Hiruzen Sarutobi have to talk about the future of Konoha!

The sounds of ridicule and mockery rose and fell, making Hiruzen Sarutobi blush red and momentarily at a loss. It was the first time he had ever lost face in front of so many people.

Not to mention that everyone present was a clan leader of the Leaf Village, and each of them was of a higher status than him.

Hiruzen Sarutobi wished he could disappear into a crack in the ground. He glared at Inahi Uchiha with hatred in his eyes. If looks could kill, Inahi would have been torn to pieces long ago.

As expected of the Uchiha, who were born evil!

The teacher is absolutely right. Such an evil family should not exist in Konoha!