Naruto: Across Worlds

"Simple, just for profit"

Hidden Leaf Village, in the conference room of the Hokage Building.

Hearing Jiraiya's answer, Koharu, Mito Kadoyan, and the other three people who were sleeping next to each other gathered their gazes, only to hear Sarutobi say disdainfully: "I want to see how you can quibble."

Jiraiya glanced at Sarutobi and shook his head speechlessly. Today's Sarutobi is no longer the wise old man in the original work.

He was just a poor man who was saddened by the death of his friend, an angry person who had even lost his most basic sense.

"Haha, believe it or not, Sarutobi, as you are now, I feel that even the idea of ​​saying a word to you is unworthy of me.

Although it is a bit unbelievable, what I am going to say next may sound incredible to you, but the fact is the fact, and this does not exist because of you or your disbelief.

According to the news reported by ANBU members, the heads of the Uchiha and Hyuga clans died after meeting their clan members.

Moreover, before that, members of the two families had met with Danzo, who was seriously injured at the time. They did not know what agreement they had reached, which made the heads of the Hinata and Uchiha clans willing to pay with their own lives.

Haha, it's quite ironic to say that Shimura Danzo, who has always advocated solving the hidden dangers of the Konoha family, is actually willing to reach such an agreement with them.

It seems that in Danzo's eyes, I am still more of a threat."

Speaking of the latter part, Jiraiya couldn't help but tease, the look in his eyes became a little incomprehensible.

According to ANBU's information and his speculation, Danzo may have promised to give the two families some practical rights after becoming Hokage.

However, Jiraiya continued to say: "Haha, it's a pity that this old guy Danzo died first without waiting for that day.

However, what surprised me the most was that the two dignified Konoha clans were actually fooled by Danzo's little tricks. They believed the words of a conspirator who was deliberately trying to eliminate the Konoha clan without any hesitation.

Hahaha, I am not afraid that if Danzo succeeds in the end, another one will cross the river and demolish the bridge, unloading the mill and killing the donkey.

Speaking of which, being able to broker such an agreement should be attributed to the Sandaime Hokage-sama."

As soon as these words came out, Sarutobi immediately became unhappy. He thought that even if he was not a qualified Kage, at least his kindness could still be recognized.

"You are so presumptuous, Jiraiya, don't even think about throwing dirty water on me. What can you do to me in the past few years?"

Listening to Sarutobi's scolding, Jiraiya glanced at him and said disdainfully: "That's why I don't even want to say a word to you now.

The shadow of a dignified figure from the Five Great Hidden Villages is actually indecisive and undecided when faced with problems. Seeing small profits and forgetting life, doing big things but cherishing one's life.

How could this situation have been accomplished if the attitudes towards the major families in Konoha weren't obscure?

The decree passed down by the second generation has excluded the Uchiha clan from the top management of Konoha. Although you have the intention to continue it, you are afraid that your methods will be too drastic and cause instability in the village.

However, you are afraid that because of your temporary weakness, the two major families will gain power, and you may not be able to control it in the future, so this has always been unresolved.

Although Danzo is an extreme guy, there is one thing that at least you, Sarutobi Hiruzen, cannot compare to him, and that is decisiveness.

If it weren't for his character problem, to be honest, I would have supported him to become the new Hokage."

After saying that, Jiraiya sat down

Go, and then looked at the pale Sarutobi, and couldn't help but shook his head.

After Jiraiya's words fell, everyone was silent for a while, especially Koharu and Mito Kaden who were sleeping. When they looked at Sarutobi, their eyes seemed to be convinced by his words.

After a while, Sarutobi sighed: "I am willing to step down as Hokage."

"Sarutobi, you" Koharu and Mito Kadoyan were shocked when they went to bed.

Based on their years of understanding of Sarutobi, these words would actually come out of his mouth.

At this time, Sarutobi waved his hand to interrupt them, then stared at Jiraiya and said: "Although I promised to step down as Hokage, Jiraiya, I cannot hand over the position of Hokage to you.

I can see that you are a bohemian person and have no feelings for the village at all. I think if Tsunade didn't exist, I'm afraid you would have betrayed the village long ago.

For a person like you, I don't trust leaving Konoha to you. "

Hearing Sarutobi's evaluation of himself, Jiraiya nodded without refuting. It was indeed true. How could he, a soul from the earth, be interested in a small place like Konoha?

Without Tsunade's bond, I am afraid that as Sarutobi said, he would have betrayed the village.

Seeing that there was no anger on Jiraiya's face, Sarutobi continued: "I will write a letter to the Fire Country Daimyo and ask him to determine the candidate for the next Hokage.

Among them, Tsunade and Orochimaru are very good candidates.

However, according to my estimation, Orochimaru's chances of succeeding as Hokage are too slim.

So, Tsunade is the only one left, so it’s okay. Tsunade is the granddaughter of the first and second generation masters, and also my disciple.

Coupled with my understanding of her over the years, she is indeed the best candidate and has a strong sense of belonging to the village. I feel relieved to leave the village to her. "

After saying that, Sarutobi turned his gaze to Tsunade and said sincerely: "Tsuna, I beg you as a teacher, you must manage the village well."

After the words fell, Jiraiya nodded and did not object. Instead, he said decisively: "This arrangement is not bad. Since it has been confirmed, let's do it. Tsunade is indeed a very good candidate.

In addition, her strength and prestige are the highest in the entire village.

As for you, you'd better take care of yourself and don't think about making a comeback secretly. As long as I'm here, any of your tricks will have no effect on me."

After saying that, he whispered to Tsunade: "I'll leave this to you. You can figure out how to arrange it. I'll go out for a walk."

"Um"

Tsunade nodded gently and agreed.

Seeing this, Jiraiya turned around and walked towards the door. When he opened the door and walked out, he suddenly turned around and said coldly: "You'd better not play any tricks. You can't afford the consequences."

After saying that, he stopped waiting for everyone and strode out directly.

As soon as they left the house, Hatake Sakumo came over quickly and said respectfully: "Jiraiya-sama, the chief of the Uchiha clan and the chief of the Hyuga clan are here to ask to see you."

"Lead the way"

In an instant, Hatake Sakumo nodded and led the way.

Not long after, the two came to a room on the second floor and found that Uchiha Fugaku and Hinata Hizashi were already sitting here waiting.

"Master Ziraiya"

The two stood up at the same time and saluted respectfully.