Madara, let's change the world together!

Kiyoshi Gen, who had been keeping an eye on the other party's movements by keeping an eye on the character panel, was overjoyed.

Has he finally gained Madara's approval at least a little?!

But why haven't you said anything for so long?

Madara Uchiha simply closed his eyes and crossed his arms.

He didn't even bother to put down the flaming fan behind him.

Well, it seems Madara isn't planning on replying to him.

Kiyoshi Gen was not discouraged.

It would be strange if you could easily get along with Madara, who is the reincarnation of Indra.

If you don't have enough patience, don't expect to win Madara over to your side.

After quickly finishing the remaining meat pieces and tidying up, Kiyoshi took a blanket out of his backpack and covered himself with it.

He's gotten used to sleeping outdoors.

It took more than a week to get from the village to Konoha. I estimate that with Madara's speed, he can get there by tomorrow afternoon.

Before going to sleep, Kiyoi Gen took a special look at Madara's appearance.

The face hidden beneath that long hair appeared somewhat sinister.

They faced each other, their backs to the cave walls, and the flames in front of them were about to go out.

'Given Madara's personality, if he agreed to escort me, he'll definitely protect me.'

I wonder when I'll be the one who can stand behind him.

Thinking that Madara Uchiha's only two deaths were both caused by being stabbed in the back, Gen Kiyoi shook his head.

Never mind, I'll just stand next to him.

Slowly close your eyes.

Having not slept well for many days, even with the system's assistance, he couldn't endure it any longer.

Three seconds later, Kiyoshi Gen fell asleep, and very soft snoring could be heard in the cave.

At that moment, Madara Uchiha opened his eyes.

'She fell asleep so quickly.'

They had absolutely no sense of vigilance, as if they trusted him to protect their safety.

Perhaps it was because he was the third son of a daimyo that he was used to it.

Madara Uchiha was somewhat hesitant to believe his own guess.

The boy in front of him seemed to have a strange kind of trust in him.

This trust

He shook his head, erasing the two faces from his mind.

Heartfelt trust

Hashirama, you're too naive.

The next morning, Kiyoshi was woken up.

Then, she was once again lifted by the back of her collar and flung between the tree branches.

If they reach an open area, Madara will immediately increase his speed.

The speed was so fast that Qingjingyuan's feet could not even touch the ground.

In response, Kiyoshi Gen said he would definitely have to get used to it.

With his boundless energy, Madara probably wouldn't get tired even after running around all day.

After all, they were people who could fight Hashirama at a high intensity for three days and three nights.

Carrying just him, I doubt anyone would even feel anything.

Finally, just before dusk, the two arrived at their destination.

With a thud, Kiyoshi Gen steadied himself and stood on the ground.

Madara was much gentler this time.

He was still happy that his own backside wouldn't suffer.

They were on the edge of a forest, and a wide grassland lay just ahead.

Madara Uchiha's eyes suddenly turned into scarlet three-tomoe Sharingan, directly catching the figure darting through the bushes.

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“Mr. Ban, once you arrive here, you will find a reconnaissance guard that I have arranged.”

Kiyoi Gen also caught a glimpse of the fleeting shadow and explained to Uchiha Madara with a smile.

"I have ninjas in the village whom I support, so basic safety can be guaranteed."

"Ah."

Madara Uchiha simply hummed in agreement.

This guard is quite interesting, is it a summoned beast?

"I'll trouble you to accompany me for a while, Mr. Ban."

"The payment will be given to me when I return to my residence."

Seeing that Uchiha Madara didn't speak, Kiyoi Gen wasn't surprised and walked directly to the edge of the forest.

Almost suddenly, the view opened up to a vast expanse of hills and grasslands.

In the distance, there is a wooden wall that is ten meters high. It is not very tall, but it is very long.

The wooden walls enclosed the entire area of ​​buildings, with only a few taller structures visible from the outside.

Standing on a slightly higher hill and looking into the distance, you can vaguely see the sea.

This area was specifically chosen by Qingjingyuan after careful consideration, as it is suitable for port development and can serve as a transit point for economic exchange.

The two walked on a wide, hard, cleared dirt road.

The village gate is about two kilometers away.

It takes quite a bit of time to walk.

Fortunately, Ban-ye didn't show any reaction; he just walked beside him, seemingly observing the village with his eyes.

Kiyoshi Gen was already overwhelmed with emotion and couldn't help but smile from the bottom of his heart.

This is a village that he built single-handedly over six years, leading his family, subordinates, and villagers!

He was overjoyed to be back safe and sound.

During the time he was walking, his family and subordinates must have been preparing.

Ah, him!

They really brought Madara Uchiha here!

With great excitement, Kiyoshi Gen walked the long road.

Just as they were about to reach the gate, a large number of people rushed out from inside.

Uniformed security personnel, with samurai swords at their waists and spears in their hands, stood on both sides of the wide road, heads held high and chests out, exuding an air of authority.

At the same time, a man and a woman, both dressed smartly, stood at the front, looking at Kiyoi Gen and Uchiha Madara.

When Kiyoi Gen and Uchiha Madara were only a hundred meters away from the gate, the crowd shouted.

"Welcome, Lord Gen! Lord Madara, to our Hatsuhi Village!"

Wow, that's impressive.

Kiyoshi Gen hadn't instructed them to do this, but how could he not be happy to see such a scene?

He needs to demonstrate his strength in front of Madara before he can have an equal dialogue with him.

"Uncle Yi, Sister Lan, thank you for your hard work."

Kiyoshi Gen greeted the two approaching people with a bright, sunny smile.

A man with scars on his face, a kind expression, wearing a long robe, and with graying hair.

The other person was a beautiful woman dressed as a ninja in fishnet stockings, looking at Kiyoi Gen, whom she hadn't seen in a long time, with fond eyes.

One of the two was named Izli, and the other was named Lan.

Both of them were friends and subordinates that Kiyoi Gen recruited through luck and eloquence before he became a famous master.

Chunin.

Madara Uchiha judged the approximate strength of the two based on his experience.

His combat strength is estimated to be above that of a Chunin.

It's not bad for a small village.

"Xiao Yuan, welcome home."

Lan stepped forward and couldn't help but reach out and pat Kiyoi Gen's head. Then, he and Izri bowed to Uchiha Madara at the same time.

"Welcome, Lord Ban, to Chu Ri Village."

"Please come in!"

Chapter 4 A Vibrant Village

"Yuan, when will you let Miki-sama know you're back?"

As soon as Lan entered the village, she inquired about Qingjingyuan.

"I'll go tell my mother myself."

Kiyoshi Gen hesitated for a moment.

Miki is his mother and one of the concubines of the current daimyo of the Land of Fire.