Reincarnated as Naruto, Garp template

These four words made Madara Uchiha's eyes widen slightly.

He was very familiar with this kind of sage technique; Hashirama Senju had also mastered it.

That move, Top Transformation Buddha, could even shatter his complete Susanoo armor.

"Oh yeah, those ninjas outside are still saying that Kazan of Konoha has a chance to recreate the invincible legend of the First Hokage," White Zetsu chuckled from the side.

"Hmph, a bunch of ignorant fools, how do you know about Hashirama's strength at his peak!" Madara Uchiha's expression remained unchanged.

However, Black Zetsu and White Zetsu could tell that Madara Uchiha was a little angry.

This terrifying "Hashirama" had incredibly complex feelings towards the First Hokage.

Of all the heroes in the ninja world throughout history, only Hashirama Senju could catch Madara Uchiha's eye.

The two have known each other since childhood. They are from opposing ninja clans, but they have become best friends.

As they grew up, they led their respective ninja clans in battles for many years.

"My battle with Hashirama was a true life-or-death struggle, something those brats would never understand."

Black remained silent, simply watching.

Madara Uchiha always has a lot to say when it comes to Hashirama Senju.

They will only get down to business after he has finished speaking.

As expected, Madara Uchiha finally quieted down after scorning all the ninjas in the world.

"Keep an eye on that brat, but be careful not to let him spot you."

At the age of eleven, he was able to kill one after another the legends of the ninja world, although these legends were nothing in the eyes of Madara Uchiha.

But at such an age, one would expect exceptional talent and limitless potential.

Although the chances are slim, there is still a possibility of becoming the second Hashirama.

"I look forward to meeting you on the battlefield someday in the future."

"Kazan the Demon God? I hope he doesn't die so easily!"

After saying that, Madara Uchiha closed his eyes again.

His days are numbered, and he is now clinging to life by the energy of the Heretic Statue.

He hadn't originally considered this, but now he wants to find a spokesperson for himself.

He wanted to ensure that the Eye of the Moon project would not encounter any unexpected problems after his death.

.......

Frontline camp.

Kazan did not return to Mount Myōboku; he had completed his Sage Mode training.

With the war over, he continued his boxing practice as always.

Garp's template is already high enough to allow Kazan to attempt the seventh gate of the Eight Gates.

Despite having mastered perfect immortal techniques, Kazan still did not give up on practicing the Eight Gates Formation.

Treat it as your trump card.

A peak-level Garp opening the Eight Gates formation—the scene was something even Kazan himself couldn't imagine.

Chapter 118 Selection of Negotiators

Kazan continued his training as always, focusing on honing his fists.

Without using chakra or Haki, he used only his physical body to pound the mountain.

Kakashi and the others were already used to Kazan's training methods and continued their own training on the other side.

Kurenai Yuhi, Rin Nohara, and the others chatted and played together.

Enjoy this brief period of peace.

In fact.

It was indeed very short.

Before long, a Konoha ninja found them.

"Lord Kazan, Lord Jiraiya needs to speak with you."

He was very respectful, looking at Kazan as if he were a god.

"it is good."

Kazan agreed, told Red and the others, "I'll go over there first," and left.

It's still the same camp.

Jiraiya, Minato Namikaze, Shikaku Nara, and other high-ranking officers of the unit had been waiting for a long time.

"Have you received news from the Cloud Ninja?"

Kazan had already guessed something.

“That’s right, they intend to sit down and talk with us in the Land of Iron.”

"That's quite cautious."

"After all, we just fought on the battlefield, and we don't trust each other."

Jiraiya was able to understand the Cloud Ninja.

Since it's impossible to invite people to the Land of Lightning, and they don't want to negotiate on Konoha's turf, the best course of action is to conduct the negotiations in the Land of Iron.

"I'm planning to send you on this trip."

"Shikaku will be with you. You two can discuss anything together."

News has already come from the village.

Hiruzen Sarutobi attached great importance to this negotiation.

If he weren't so far away in Konoha, he would have made the trip himself.

Kazan took the scroll and looked at it. Everything revolved around a ceasefire, and it was possible to make appropriate concessions if necessary.

"These three generations of old men are not only getting old, but their minds are starting to rust too. We have no reason to back down now."

Kazan loudly complained, but no one in the camp dared to respond to him.

Jiraiya chuckled and said, "That's right. But that's the general tone of the negotiations. You and Shikaku will handle the details together."

Whether Hiruzen Sarutobi intended for Kazan to succeed him as the Fifth Hokage was unknown to Jiraiya, but Jiraiya was already making preparations to give Kazan a chance to train.

The successful completion of this negotiation is another great achievement.

When do we depart?

"The Cloud Ninja have already departed for the Land of Iron; the negotiations will take place in five days."

"I see."

Kazan immediately set off, taking Nara Shikaku, Hyuga Hizashi, and a few others with him.

"Leaving again?"

Red came to Kazan's door while he was packing up.

"Yes, this time we're going to the Land of Iron to negotiate with the Cloud Ninja."

Will it go smoothly?

"Don't worry, they're not in a position to negotiate with us right now. Everything will go smoothly."

"Then... have a safe trip."

Kurenai didn't say anything about going together. This was a major event for the village, not something a lowly genin like her could decide, not even for her own father, Yuhi Kurenai.

Kazan's status is different now; he has entered the power center of Konoha.

Kazan quickly led his small ninja squad away quietly.

Obito watched Kazan and the others disappear, feeling incredibly envious.

He fantasizes about one day standing at the front of the team, with the two Konoha cards on his left and right.

Thinking about it makes me secretly happy!

"I feel like I'm getting further and further away from Kazan. Compared to him, I'm just a cannon fodder soldier."

"Aren't you one?"

Kakashi glanced at him sideways, delivering a devastating blow to Obito's heart.

The truth is the quickest way to cut through obstacles.

"Damn Kakashi, don't talk like you're no different."

"I'm already a Jonin."

Kakashi has accumulated enough battle merits during this period and has been promoted to Jonin.

Obito remained a genin, unchanged.

Obito choked, almost unable to catch his breath.

"What's so great about that? I'll catch up with you right away!"

........

the other side.

After Kazan and his men left the main force, they began to travel quickly.

The Land of Iron is located between the Land of Sound and the Land of Waterfall, so Kazan and his companions need to cross the Land of Sound to reach the Land of Iron.

There's still time before the negotiations start, so they don't need to rush and can discuss the terms of the negotiations on the way.

evening.

The group stopped to rest and discuss negotiations with the Land of Iron.