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Chapter 138 Splitting the Nine-Tails (Seeking monthly votes!)

Become Hokage?

Upon hearing Mito's words, Tsunade's pupils contracted slightly, and she blurted out, "Why?"

In her eyes, only an idiot like Jiraiya would think of becoming Hokage.

But now, Grandma Mito wants her to become Hokage.

"Because Hiruzen Sarutobi can't do anything right now, because Konoha has gone down the wrong path."

Mito closed her eyes, her expression complex, and said, "Back then, everyone gathered around your grandfather simply because they wanted to see the ideal world he spoke of, and that's why we chose to follow him."

"I just hope that we will no longer live in constant fear, no more turmoil and fighting, and that we can live a peaceful and tranquil life."

"At least the children can have a peaceful childhood, and for that, they can fight for Konoha in the cruel ninja world."

"It is because of family and comrades that Konoha is what it is today."

"Even if Konoha is destroyed by the enemy, we can still rebuild it."

"But now, Hiruzen Sarutobi and his group have put the cart before the horse. They are willing to sacrifice everything for the village, including allies, ninja clans, civilians, and children."

"For Konoha, for the village, no one is incapable of sacrifice. Anyone who threatens the village must die."

"As he said, leaves can burn, and people can burn to ashes. A tree that uses people as nourishment will only become uglier and more ferocious, more and more frightening and terrifying, under the illumination of the will of fire."

"If things continue like this, nothing will change. Sooner or later, Konoha, this great tree, will collapse under the weight."

Mito slowly opened her eyes, looked at the silent Tsunade, and said in a low voice, "I hope that you, as Hashirama's granddaughter, will step forward and guide Konoha back onto the right path before the great tree of Konoha is completely toppled."

She lied.

In fact, as an observer, she had always been very clear about the situation.

The collapse of Konoha, this great tree, did not begin with Hiruzen Sarutobi's succession; it had already gradually deviated from its original path since the very beginning of Konoha's establishment.

The real beginning actually began with Hashirama.

That's why Mito, as Hashirama's wife, remained silent.

But now, it is precisely because of her silence and indifference that Hiruzen Sarutobi and his group have become increasingly emboldened, ultimately leading to the tragedy in the Land of Whirlpools.

Recalling the nightmares haunted by countless wronged spirits, the fear still lingered in her heart, making it impossible for Mito to remain silent any longer.

"You are a sinner."

But death cannot atone for sins.

So you have to do something.

The familiar yet unfamiliar gentle words seemed to still linger in her ears, causing Mito's eyes to glaze over slightly, but she quickly regained her senses and did not notice anything unusual.

"Tsunade, you've grown up."

Feeling Tsunade's slightly trembling body, Mito said softly, "The village is your grandfather's life's work, the meaning of his life, but Tsunade, you must remember, the village is not something that is too important."

"Compared to the village, you are the more precious treasure. As long as you are still here, the village will be rebuilt no matter when..."

Never be like your grandfather; he was a clueless scoundrel.

Mito didn't say the last sentence aloud.

In her eyes, Hashirama was an unromantic, unrestrained, and frivolous husband who loved gambling, was extremely gentle to outsiders, and was even a little too idealistic.

But the deceased Hashirama has long become a "symbol" in the hearts of the people of Konoha, a "symbol" that makes them proud and willing to follow in his footsteps.

Hashirama Senju was imperfect, but the First Hokage was perfect.

She couldn't bear to destroy the golden statue that Tsunade and the people of Konoha had personally sculpted for Hashirama, this "Buddha" statue.

"Let's accumulate enough merit in this Shinobi World War," Mito said gently. "Then, let Hiruzen Sarutobi retire, take the position of Hokage, and change this village."

"Also, don't be fierce, be gentler..."

"Grandma! I don't want to!" This kind of dying wish brought tears to Tsunade's eyes. "Even without the Nine-Tails, I can still sit on the Hokage throne."

Clearly, she understood Mito's plan.

In this ninja world, the words of the weak are meaningless.

It's difficult to become Hokage with just the "Yin Seal" and "Live Slug," but if you add the "Princess of Konoha" and the "Nine-Tails Jinchuriki," you can give it a try.

"Silly girl, what nonsense are you talking about?" Mito simply stroked Tsunade's head and smiled with relief. "I've lived long enough. So many people have died in Konoha. I have to give their families an explanation."

And those wronged souls from the Land of Whirlpools...

Fear continued to torment Mito; the curses, screams, and wails echoed in her ears, causing her constant pain.

Even the doctor who woke her up couldn't dispel the poison of fear.

Moreover, even if she herself doesn't choose to be "dignified," Hiruzen Sarutobi will help her be "dignified."

But now, because of her previous outburst, countless villagers have lost their relatives and friends, and their malice towards the Nine-Tails has reached its peak.

Once they find out who the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki is, that person will definitely bear this hatred and resentment.

Rather than having Hiruzen Sarutobi transfer the Nine-Tails to young Kushina, forcing her to bear that terrifying malice at such a young age, Mito felt it would be better to simply hand the Nine-Tails over to Tsunade now.

Given Tsunade's status and reputation, even if she became a Jinchūriki, she would not become a weapon wielded by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"No, I don't want to." Tsunade just bit her lip and shook her head repeatedly. "If it means exchanging your death for the Hokage position, I'd rather not have it."

Looking at her stubborn granddaughter, a hint of helplessness flashed in Mito's eyes.

However, she had anticipated this.

His gaze flickered to the silent Kushina, then he turned to Tsunade and laughed, "What are you thinking? Why do you think I'm going to die? In this ninja world, the monsters who could take your grandmother's life are all lying in their coffins!"

Upon hearing this, Tsunade, her face streaked with tears, paused for a moment, sniffed, and whispered, "Don't lie to me, Grandma. A Jinchuriki will definitely die if the Tailed Beast is extracted. Even if it's a member of the Uzumaki clan, with your current physical condition, you will definitely die."

"I would indeed die if I forcibly extracted the Nine-Tails." Mito nodded, but then changed the subject, "However, that would only be if the entire Nine-Tails were extracted."

Seeing Tsunade's blank expression, Mito smiled, wiped away her tears, and said softly, "The Nine-Tails is special. I've tried to split it into Yin and Yang parts, so I'll give you half first, and the other half will stay in my body, then you won't die."

"So don't cry, Grandma won't abandon you."

Upon hearing this, the Pharmacist, who had an extremely low profile, glanced at Kushina with a knowing look.

It turned out to be the case.

Are they planning to make Tsunade the official Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, and then make Kushina the other Nine-Tails Jinchuriki?

In this way, Tsunade can indeed conceal Kushina's existence, and she doesn't have to worry about being noticed until she truly masters the Nine-Tails.

That's quite a clever plan, somewhat unexpected.

PY: I'm playing Mount & Blade in the late Qin Dynasty

Chen Zhao travels back to the late Qin Dynasty and wields the Mount & Blade system.

In this chaotic era of rising heroes, he originally only hoped to survive the turmoil, but he never expected that with the sword in his hand, he would participate in the changing times and carve out a bright and clear world from the mountains of corpses and seas of blood.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

"Emperor Gaozu rose from the ranks of soldiers, wielding a three-foot sword, bravely facing the enemy, always leading the charge among his troops. He displayed extraordinary talent, commanding heroes and restoring order to a chaotic world. He pacified the realm, his power reaching the four seas, achieving an unprecedented feat. How could he have accomplished this without the mandate of Heaven?" — *Records of the Grand Historian, Annals of Emperor Gaozu*

(End of this chapter)