Madara, let's change the world together!

Kiyoshi Gen said that he would be able to reunite with his son sooner or later, but not now.

Looking at his short sword hanging on the wall, Hatake Sakumo sighed.

He is a terrible father.

Before Kiyoi Gen even arrived in Konoha, earth-shattering news broke there.

That means the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, must bear the primary responsibility for the heavy losses suffered by Konoha.

This includes, but is not limited to, charges such as causing the deaths of a large number of ninjas, compromising with the enemy Iwagakure, and not demanding compensation.

This coup was orchestrated by Danzo Shimura.

After the main force of Konoha returned, he couldn't wait to impeach Hiruzen Sarutobi at the meeting and point out his mistakes.

The Hokage naturally bears responsibility for the great losses suffered by Konoha.

Therefore, Hiruzen Sarutobi resigned from the position of Hokage to show that he was willing to take responsibility for his mistakes.

The Third Hokage voluntarily stepped down?!

This incident has indeed shocked many people.

Naturally, many people are paying attention to who will become the next Hokage.

The discussion lasted for several days, during which time a white-haired man, for the first time in a long time, invited someone to drink.

On a street corner at night, a small pub is radiating bright lights, casting golden light on the floor through a half-curtain.

Tsunade, dressed in her usual clothes, lifted the curtain and found the long-haired white man who had already taken a spot inside.

After a long absence, Jiraiya had aged a bit, and his hair had grown longer.

"What do you want from me?"

Tsunade sat down next to Jiraiya and asked the bartender to bring over a new bottle of sake.

Jiraiya had already had a little wine, and his face was slightly flushed.

He glanced furtively at Tsunade's chest, but the moment his gaze fell upon it, a hand blocked the view of her ample bosom.

"Jiraiya!"

Tsunade was somewhat helpless.

She could have pretended not to see it before, but things are different now.

"Sorry sorry!"

Jiraiya gave an awkward laugh.

"That person I heard about you and..."

Seeing his hesitant manner, Tsunade answered directly.

"Yes, Yuan and I are in love, so we're practically husband and wife already."

Seeing that Tsunade spoke without any hesitation, Jiraiya felt a sense of melancholy.

I missed it again.

When Tsunade saw Jiraiya lower his head, she didn't know how to comfort him.

But you can't force someone to like something.

She simply couldn't bring herself to have feelings for Jiraiya.

No matter how much Jiraiya confessed his feelings, all she could remember was that little brat who often peeked into the women's bathhouse and kept saying he wanted to collect all the pretty women in the world.

While Jiraiya has indeed matured and become a trustworthy comrade-in-arms and friend, that's all he is.

"Hahahahaha!"

Jiraiya's laughter was tinged with helplessness and a sense of loss.

"I wish you happiness."

"Thank you."

Tsunade gently raised her left hand, revealing the ring on her ring finger.

Seeing this ring always reminds her of the moments she shared with Kiyoshi Gen.

"Jiraiya, you must have come to see me for more than just this."

Actually, he just wanted to confirm this.

Jiraiya took a deep breath.

"What do you think of the candidates for the Fourth Hokage?"

"Danzo wants to recommend Orochimaru, you..."

Tsunade frowned slightly.

"I'm going back to Sunrise City. I'm not going to become Hokage. I don't care who becomes Hokage."

"The old man is indeed getting old, it would be good to find a successor."

"I see."

Jiraiya fell silent; he was in a bad mood and couldn't find any other topics to talk about.

"Speaking of which, Jiraiya, Kushina said that if their child is a boy, they would name him after the protagonist of your novel, right?"

"His name is Naruto or something."

"I didn't realize you could write such a great book."

"Also"

Jiraiya forced a smile, but his lips never actually curled into a smile.

Compared to him, aside from being a great ninja, he can't compare to Kiyoi Gen in any other way.

He just couldn't understand why Tsunade could accept that Kiyoi Gen already had wives, and not just one or two.

"Speaking of which, isn't Minato quite formidable?"

Tsunade took a sip of her drink and began to say whatever came to mind.

"I heard Minato's goal is also to become Hokage, right? Should we give it a shot this time?"

"The Yellow Flash of Konoha is far more famous than the title of the Three Legendary Sannin."

From then on, Tsunade did almost all the talking.

They were all talking about their past experiences, such as studying medicine and serving as the director of a hospital in Sunrise City.

The more Jiraiya listened, the more bitter his expression became.

Because more than 60% of what Tsunade mentioned was related to Kiyoi Genji.

This joyful sound hasn't been heard for a very, very long time.

The last time I heard this was when Tsunade mentioned her relationship with Dan Kato.

However, he was even more depressed this time than before.

"Jiraiya, what did you do on your travels?"

After sharing her happy moments, Tsunade inquired about Jiraiya's story.

"It's not a big deal, is it?"

Jiraiya, who had originally planned to share some interesting travel stories, now has no intention of saying anything.

The two drank for a while longer before Tsunade said goodbye.

"I'm going back now, let's get together again later."

Chatting with friends is also quite nice.

Tsunade went home happily, but Jiraiya remained seated in the same spot until he was completely drunk and did not leave.

Because electing the Fourth Hokage was of great importance, Konoha invited the Daimyo of the Land of Fire to a meeting.

Danzo Shimura naturally recommended his partner Orochimaru directly.

The two were still in the honeymoon phase; helping Orochimaru was helping Danzo himself.

But Hiruzen Sarutobi disagreed.

Although Orochimaru was his prized disciple, he believed that Orochimaru's personality was too ruthless and his actions were unpopular.

The position of Hokage requires a certain level of approachability in order to gain the support of the entire village.

Therefore, when Hiruzen Sarutobi abdicated, he strongly recommended his grand-disciple Minato Namikaze and promised to stay by Minato's side and do his best to assist him.

Relying on his own prestige, coupled with Minato's contributions in World War III and his impeccable revolutionary background—

Minato Namikaze has been confirmed as the Fourth Hokage!

Chapter 223 Mobilization Meeting

Just before Minato Namikaze was confirmed as the Fourth Hokage, Gen Kiyoi also convened a routine mobilization meeting with many of his subordinates.

The meeting was held in the conference room of a giant villa inside an artificial sun on the moon.

The participants are as follows:

Kiyoi Megumi, Kiyoi Ai who returned from Konoha through a spatial portal, and her six younger sisters Kiyoi Haru, Kiyoi Natsu, Kiyoi Aki, and Kiyoi Fuyu;

Kaguya Otsutsuki, Aino Otsutsuki, and Hare Otsutsuki;

The seven people present as members of the War Hall were Uchiha Madara, Uchiha Izuna, Ryukyu, Shiramiao, Kazesa, Raimikado, and Yukiwa.

Police Commissioner Mizutsubayashi, Research Institute of Technology Director and Vice President Yuya and Rina, Wansho & Co. General Manager Kakuzu, and his outstanding subordinate Tomoya;

In addition, there were some people who came to observe the proceedings, and they all hold important positions on the first day.

Those participating in the discussion sat around a rectangular conference table, while those listening sat in the surrounding seats.

"Everyone."