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This year is dedicated to training these ninjas who have just graduated from the ninja academy.

Give them a year to lay a solid foundation so that they can avoid many unnecessary casualties when they go to the battlefield.

“No, I don’t think so. War is often a place to improve one’s qualifications. Not only can I hone myself there, but I can also do my part for Konoha, the village that gave me birth and raised me. This is my wish, and I hope you can grant it, Master!” Zhang Ye said sincerely.

Of course, his purpose was not to hone himself, but to complete the mission as soon as possible. He didn't have much time left, and if he were to stay in Konoha for a whole year, he probably wouldn't be able to complete the mission within the allotted time.

Therefore, he must get to the battlefield as soon as possible!

"Xiao Ye, don't talk nonsense. You haven't been a ninja for long enough to be ready for the battlefield!"

Jiraiya, who was standing nearby, kindly advised that he was the one who least wanted anything to happen to Zhang Ye.

"and many more!"

A deep voice came from the Hokage Building.

“I think Zhang Ye can go to the battlefield now. After all, his status is different now. He is the Hokage’s disciple. Going to the battlefield can boost the morale of our troops. Sarutobi, you shouldn’t stop him!”

The newcomer was Shimura Danzo. He still had a blank expression, but a cunning glint appeared in his eyes.

He stared menacingly at Zhang Ye, who was kneeling on the ground.

"Danzo, what do you mean by that?" Hiruzen Sarutobi roared in anger. "Have you forgotten the rules set by our teacher?"

“I haven’t forgotten, but that rule clearly states that ‘those who graduate normally from the Ninja Academy must undergo a year of training in Konoha before they can go to the battlefield!’ But Izayoi didn’t graduate normally from the Ninja Academy; he graduated early, so this rule doesn’t apply to him!”

Danzo Shimura looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with a cold smile.

"You're just making excuses!" Hiruzen Sarutobi roared.

"Sarutobi, we agree with Danzo. Izayoi Zhang Ye's strength is undeniable. He now possesses the strength to contend with Special Jonin. On the battlefield, he will definitely be an indispensable fighting force for Konoha!"

"Men Yan, Xiao Chun, you guys..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi never expected that even Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane would agree to Danzo Shimura's proposal.

Upon seeing Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu arrive, Shimura Danzo's smile deepened.

His gaze toward Zhang Ye revealed a faint hint of murderous intent.

Since you're a genius, then I'll make sure you die halfway through!

This was exactly what Shimura Danzo was thinking at that moment. He was very dissatisfied with Zhang Ye becoming Hiruzen Sarutobi's personal disciple, since the position of Hokage was very likely to be chosen from among Sarutobi's disciples.

Orochimaru was already giving Danzo Shimura a lot of headaches, and now with the addition of Zhang Ye, who was growing at a rapid pace, Danzo couldn't help but feel a strong sense of crisis.

"Shimura Danzo..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi glared at Danzo with hatred. If it were just him alone, Sarutobi was sure that Zhang Ye wouldn't have to go to the battlefield. But if Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu were added, things would be much more difficult.

Immediately afterwards, nearly half of the Konoha Jonin and elite Jonin knelt down below the Hokage Building, shouting in unison:

"We hope that the Hokage will grant Danzo's request!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's forehead veins bulged; this was definitely something that had been rehearsed beforehand, all for this day.

"Good, good, good!"

Three "good" cards came out of Hiruzen Sarutobi's mouth in a row. He never expected that Danzo Shimura would play such a card in order to eliminate Zhang Ye.

"I will send Izayoi Zhang Ye to the battlefield!"

After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi flicked his sleeve and left the Hokage Building.

Many villagers had no idea what the people on the stage were saying, but the only thing they knew was that...

Zhang Ye is going to the battlefield!

This is absolutely earth-shattering news. The Hokage just took on a disciple, and now he's sending him to the battlefield. Isn't that going to kill him?

Zhang Ye looked at Shimura Danzo with a strange expression. Although he knew that Shimura Danzo was doing this to trick him, he was still quite excited. After all, he was about to go to the battlefield and could make contributions.

He would then get a promotion and a raise, marry a beautiful and wealthy woman, and reach the pinnacle of his life.

Ahem, I've gone off on a tangent!

He will be able to complete tasks much faster.

Then Shimura Danzo walked up to Zhang Ye, patted him on the shoulder from behind, and said with a smile, "I hope you can achieve great feats on the battlefield. I have high hopes for you, and the future will definitely be yours!"

The future is yours!

However, a cryptic smile appeared on Zhang Ye's lips.

"Thank you so much, Lord Danzo! The battlefield is a wonderful place. Aren't you afraid that after this war ends, my standing in people's hearts will surpass yours?"

"Hehe, I'm really looking forward to that day!"

After saying that, Zhang Ye followed Jiraiya out of the Hokage Building.

Watching Zhang Ye leave, Danzo Shimura's face revealed a sinister expression.

"Uchiha clan, I hope you won't disappoint me!"

……

"Xiao Ye, do you know what you're doing? You're courting death!"

In the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi cursed at Zhang Ye, who was standing in front of him.

"Yes, Xiaoye, what you did today was really irrational. I know you wanted to save face for your teacher, but didn't you consider your own life? Don't forget, there are many people who care about you!"

Jiraiya, standing to the side, echoed him, his eyes filled with concern.

Zhang Ye smiled and said, "I know that you teachers and all of you care about me, but I'm going to the battlefield not only to save face for you, but more importantly, because I'm confident that I can survive on the battlefield. I have a lot of confidence in my abilities!"

"Nonsense! Wait until your strength is equal to that of your three senior brothers and sisters before you say that again. If you don't give me a proper reason, I will absolutely not let you go to the battlefield easily!" Hiruzen Sarutobi roared in a dark voice.

Seeing the concerned looks on Hiruzen Sarutobi and Jiraiya's faces, Zhang Ye felt a warmth in his heart.

He immediately spoke up: "Teacher, don't you want to slap Lord Danzo in the face?"

Chapter Fifty-Three: Departure

"Are you... really going to the battlefield?"

Kushina stood in front of Zhang Ye, looking at him with concern, "Can you please not go?"

“Silly girl, don’t talk nonsense. The whole village knows about this now. If I don’t go, what will people think of me?”

Zhang Ye stroked Kushina's beautiful red hair and spoke gently.

"But I don't want you to go! Let's elope!"

"puff!"

Elopement! How could you even think of that?!

"Girl, do you believe me?" Zhang Ye asked gently.

Kushina nodded without hesitation, "Yes, I believe you!"

"Then I promise you, I, Zhang Ye, will definitely walk out of the battlefield alive!"

Zhang Ye reached out and gently stroked Kushina's delicate nose.

"Really? Pinky promise!"

Kushina extended her pinky finger and placed it in front of Zhang Ye, looking at him expectantly.

Zhang Ye smiled, extended his pinky finger and hooked it with Kushina's finger, making a gesture of commitment.

Then a masked ANBU ninja appeared in front of Zhang Ye.

Hinata Hinamine!

"Red Dragon, we should go!" Hyuga Himine said coldly.

Ever since Zhang Ye saved him, he never dared to underestimate Zhang Ye again. After all, the person who captured him that day was a Jonin. Although he was unconscious, he later heard about Zhang Ye killing that Jonin.

Not only him, but even the other people in the 'yin' department began to change their views on Zhang Ye. They no longer dared to offend Zhang Ye at will, but instead treated him with utmost respect.

After all, in the ninja world, strength reigns supreme!

"I understand. White Fox, wait here for a moment. I'll be there in a bit; I have some things to tell you!"

"I understand!"

After speaking, Hyuga Hine instantly leaped onto a nearby tree and waited quietly for Zhang Ye.

"Kushina, listen to me, you must stay by the Hokage's or a powerful ninja's side every day during this period. The Cloud Ninja probably won't give up so easily!" Zhang Ye said solemnly.

"Ok!"

Kushina nodded. During this time, she stayed by her elder's side every day, and that elder was protected by countless ninjas.

"You must eat well, sleep well, and don't do anything reckless!"

Zhang Ye couldn't help but recall the time when Kushina was still at the Ninja Academy, when she didn't have many close friends in her class.

Including Zhang Ye, he only has two friends.

At that time, Kushina, wanting to show off in front of her classmates and stop them from calling her "Red Hot Chili Pepper," went to the Forest of Death alone.

If it weren't for Teacher Bu's timely arrival, he would probably have already lost his life there.

"I understand."

Zhang Ye then explained many things, each of which was related to Kushina's volatile temper.

That's all I wanted to say. Remember what I said, and don't mess around unless it's absolutely necessary!

"I understand!" Kushina looked at Zhang Ye with a flushed face, then said, "Then you have to think of me every day!"

Her voice was so soft it was almost inaudible; if it weren't so quiet, Zhang Ye probably wouldn't have been able to hear what Kushina was saying.

"Yes, I'll think about you every day!"

Then, Zhang Ye hugged Kushina's head and kissed her on the forehead.

"I'm leaving!"

"Okay, be careful on the road!"