[Hokage] Secrets of the Fathers [Fourth Generation Center]

I was very used to the strange eyes, but Gaara still felt very uncomfortable being looked at all the way out the door.As a ninja who has killed people and seen blood, this kind of test of being exposed in broad daylight really tests your patience.But now he is very patient, and he won't suddenly explode because of such a trivial matter.It's just that I'm in a bad mood. It's just a simple bad mood.Especially after walking into that damn Konoha ninja school.

He was now blocked.This is good, at least I won't run away when I see him from 20 meters away, but I still feel uncomfortable.Because the person who stopped him was a junior girl, and immediately, a circle formed around him and her. For the first time in his life, Gaara was openly watched by people. People in Konoha like to watch the fun so much. What?

"Gaara-senpai." Finally, a low voice slipped from Gaara's chin.

Gaara, who was now 14 years old and had begun to grow taller, looked down and saw the little girl's outstretched hand, holding a pink envelope.

Gaara hesitated for 0.01 seconds, accepted it, and then walked into the classroom without blinking.Trying to ignore the small chirping of a group of little girls behind him.After all, as early as the day before yesterday when he decided to shamelessly carry a bucket and stand in the corridor as punishment, he knew that the people of Konoha might have a qualitative leap in their opinion of him, a foreign chuuriki.But he really didn't expect that things would turn out so strangely. Was Konoha really open enough to encourage women and children to write love letters to boys casually?

Konoha kunoichi are so tough, regardless of their age.This was something I was solemnly warned about when I came into contact with Jiraiya last year.Gaara didn't really believe it at the time, but now it's better for him to keep his distance from them.Anyway, if his guess about the Hokage's thoughts was correct, it wouldn't take long for him to get out of this hellish place called school.So it's definitely not wise to get into any trouble at this time.

As for the letter, Gaara, who was already sitting in the last row of the classroom, ready to fall asleep as soon as the bell rang, still weighed the letter in his hand and held it up to the light.That's right. This is just an empty envelope. There is nothing inside, and there is no sign of any hidden secrets inside.Then this is even more unmistakable. Gaara frowned. If all his deductions are correct, this letter is most likely to be one of the bloody plots sent by the Anbu of Konoha to suit his changing image. A low-level plot. The little girls in the grade are not afraid of the Jinchuuriki anymore, so why should others hide 20 meters away from him when they see him again?

Gaara sighed and raised his eyes, glancing at the boys beside him looking at the envelopes expectantly, which further confirmed his inference.You see, how fast things have changed, and guys who usually act like he doesn't exist dare to start making moves.But this letter will probably disappoint those little devils who don’t know what sadness is. Although it really looks like a love letter, if anyone wants to read it, let’s read it.Gaara opened the envelope and let the little boys around him take a look. A gust of fragrance drifted by, but there was really nothing there.

But those guys who were watching sideways didn't think so.They have fallen into a deep state of jealousy.It was rare that last year, the few young men who were good-looking, good at homework, and good at home affairs all graduated to become genin, but who would have thought that this silent outsider would become a competitor like this.They were not Gaara who was born under the long yellow sands of the Land of Wind. They grew up in the Land of Fire with a pleasant climate.In the Land of Fire, flowers bloom in spring, summer, autumn and winter, so for a child who is committed to growing up to be a ninja, there are many kinds of flowers, and it is not difficult for a trained nose to distinguish the different flavors. thing.Naturally, it is just a matter of course to remember some flower language.Especially the strong hyacinth, or the pink envelope of pink hyacinth. There are fewer female ninjas in Konoha than men. Now the wealth will go to outsiders.

But why are you so anxious? Gaara has never had the habit of paying attention to flowers in his life.The flowers cannot be eaten.Therefore, in his memory, this envelope will probably always be a prop prepared by Konoha Anbu to complete the mission goal.I just don’t know if Gaara, who knows the real truth one day, will feel a little regretful.But that's not important. After all, living has nothing to do with life and death. It's already very heavy. There's no need to worry about other people's things. In short, Gaara has no interest in discussing these boring things now, and he probably won't have the time in the future.

Because it is already March 3th, and the team from the Fire Nation to see off the bride is coming.

Then, for such an important matter, the responsible Feng Ying will definitely follow.Gaara didn't want to see that person.It was Kazekage, his de facto father.But since there is only half a month left for this political marriage, which represents victory, to be finalized, it means that all the exchanges of interests that need to be made have been done.

As for what consequences he would have as one of the conditions for exchange of benefits, the Sand Ninja certainly did not want his own weapons to be in the hands of others for a long time.And this weapon has probably been repaired according to the contract made at that time.Even after all parties deliberately downplayed it, no one mentioned the accident that had happened in the past.Then what reason does he have for not returning to the Kingdom of Wind with this weapon?If the Kazekage asks the Hokage for help.

And the cunning guy Hokage has probably gotten what he wants from him, and there is really no need to continue irritating the already fragile Kazekage for an unnecessary weapon.So... Gaara sighed, raised his head and looked out the window, where there were tall trees and wide and clean streets. Konoha was always bright.Unlike Sunagakure, he wished he could never open the window.

Gaara didn't deny that he really liked Konoha.Although the young master of the Hokage family is a little stupid, although the young master's friends are a little indifferent to him, and although the people on the street are a little afraid of him, at least they are not as repulsive to him as the Suna ninja.As for not being able to leave the village, being constantly monitored and having no freedom, it seems that Sunagakure went a little further. Konoha at least allowed him to wander around on the streets as he pleased.And there is no need to lose sleep, because even if Shukaku's seal breaks while he is asleep, someone will be able to control the situation immediately.For example, his temporary guardian, Lord Hokage of Konoha.Although that person has always used him as a pawn.But who is not a chess piece in other people's hands? At least they treat him well.And damn Kakashi, although he is ruthless and threatens him every day, he has a good reputation.As long as he could cooperate with Konoha's work without endangering his life, Kakashi would really teach him the seals to control Shukaku step by step, without reservation.

Gaara continued to sigh. In fact, Kakashi asked him at the beginning if he wanted to stay in Konoha and become a ninja. Konoha did not reject rebellious ninjas.Even the famous demon Zabuza surrendered.And the benefits are indeed as good as the legend says.It's a pity that he didn't reply immediately, and Kakashi never mentioned it again after that.

Maybe, Kakashi just mentioned it casually without discussing it with anyone.After all, he is Gaara of Sandstorm, the Jinchūriki of One-Tail, and the son of Kazekage.Not an ordinary rebel.Neither the sunlight, the trees, the air, nor the food in Konoha will be his.He knew very well, it was clear from the beginning that he couldn't even be a traitor - the Hokage would not allow it.A useless weapon that may affect the diplomatic relations between the two countries and a Kazekage heir who is close to Konoha would be a fool to choose the latter.But Gaara doesn't like this future.But if he can run away, he can't run away. Kakashi said, if you run away, you will have to bear the consequences.

Konoha Anbu said it at his own risk. Gaara admitted that he was a selfish person.Maybe there really are people in the world who are great enough to give up their own lives and happiness, and even the lives, happiness and lives of their parents, wives, and children for the so-called righteousness of the world.But Gaara knew that he wasn't.He was not even willing to give himself.He is afraid of death.Very scared.Because what the Hokage said is right. Once people live comfortably, it is difficult to be willing to die for inexplicable reasons.

Once you've figured it out, it's hard to go back to it.

Konoha 61

Konoha, the Country of Fire, Hokage Tower, Minister An's Office

"You didn't forget about me, did you?"

"Haven't you been tutoring in Konoha school?"

"You must be tutoring and not on duty"

"I'm not sure."

In short, the above conversation comes from Anbu Kakashi, and the Momochi Zazan who seems to have been forgotten for a long time.

Momochi Zabuza no longer wanted to argue with Kakashi, and he had to bow his head under the eaves.He sighed, pushed his forehead protector to cover up the veins on his forehead, and said calmly, "Anbu-sama, my subordinates are here to report on their work."

"Hey, Zaizhan, don't be so serious." Kakashi showed a puzzled expression.

"Sir, please work hard." Zabuza ignored Kakashi's joking tone and began to force himself to talk about business. There was no lower limit for this ANBU minister. "After evaluation, Gaara Ichibi's self-control ability has improved to Established horizontal line.”

"Oh." Kakashi nodded, "Yeah, I know, but what does this have to do with you?

系”

"When you asked me to go to school, didn't you keep a close eye on Gaara to prevent him from getting violent and hurting others?" Zabuza was not ready to endure it anymore. He took off his mask and slapped the table at Kakashi and roared.

"That's what happened." Kakashi scratched his head, "I obviously sent two other teams to take turns looking after Gaara."

"Really, you are Anbu, what you say is what you say." What Zabuza said was normal. If he hadn't growled and said it, let him be a chess piece, he would be happy, but if you keep playing with him like this, he Momochi Zabuzanin Just endure it.Seeing that Shiro liked Konoha very much, he just listened to Shiro again. Anyway, his salary was based on the tasks he completed, and he didn't lose a penny. Kakashi could play if he wanted to.

However, looking at Zabuza who was suddenly furious and suddenly mute, Kakashi frowned, "Hey, brother, it's just a joke. This is what our Anbu are like. Okay, relax, please continue to go back to teaching and observe closely. .”

Sure enough, he was playing a trick.

After hearing Kakashi's words, Zabuza put down the report in his hand and turned around to walk away from a bastard like Kakashi.At first, I thought he was a new recruit or a rebellious nin who needed to be tempered by a few tricks, but the truth was, that bastard was just playing tricks on him.

And after Zabuza left.

"Ha ha ha ha."

"Teacher, although the joke is fun, if you laugh too long, you will lose oxygen." Kakashi stood up and took the file from the Hokage who was leaning in the corner.

"Please let me laugh a little longer. I didn't come here in vain. But Kakashi, you're just fine. How can you show off your power to others for a year? I think Zabuza's kid has a good personality and a clear mind. That's about it. "

"It's just a joke. When I saw Zabuza, I wanted to joke with him." Kakashi poured a glass of water for the teacher, "Why don't you ask me to come over and run away."

Minato blinked, pointed at the documents that Kakashi had taken away, and sat down to drink water, "Memorize them all. I will go to the capital for a meeting in three days. I must prepare in advance with the officials of the capital for joint negotiations between the Three Kingdoms after the wedding."

"Why don't you go with Itachi?" Kakashi frowned as he looked at the thick document bag.

"Itachi is also following, but this time I just want to familiarize him with the environment." Minato frowned when he saw Kakashi frowning, "Do you have any objections?"

"No, sensei." Kakashi quickly shook his head, "Let's fly all the way to Thunder God."

"Well, it's a day that can be saved. I just happened to take the time to visit the king. After all, he is the one getting married. It will be even more troublesome if I can't deal with the child." Minato smiled, "By the way, I am determined who will toast this time. I won’t drink any more. Now that my reputation for being weak and sickly has been spread out, I’m sorry for taking so many stomach medicines if I don’t make good use of it. This time, you are responsible for drinking the troublesome people for me. Don’t be clever and use illusions. Not all Fire Nation ninjas belong to Konoha, you understand."

"Yes, sensei." Kakashi felt like he could say nothing except nodding.

"Can't you be happy?" Minato patted the weak Kakashi on the shoulder, "Okay, I know what you want to say. Naruto found you to find out about me, right?"

"Teacher, the time is almost up. Yamato also said that he is confident in leading this class well."

"I know." Minato patted Kakashi on the shoulder again, "I know, that silly kid takes out the postcards Jiraiya sent him and reads them over and over every night. Just like his mother, he can't He who sits quietly.”

"Yes." Kakashi felt a little uncomfortable when he saw the teacher's eyes dimming instantly, "Teacher, Naruto can't stay in Konoha forever. Kyuubi can't stay quietly in his body forever. I know you can't let go. . But we really can’t delay it any longer. We can’t arrange everything for him.”

"I know." Minato reluctantly smiled at Kakashi, "Naruto doesn't like a person whose life is arranged by his father, I know. By the way, the weather is nice today. I'm going to go for a walk and bask in the sun. Don't let others Follow me."

"Yes, teacher." Kakashi nodded and watched the teacher disappear. It was now 1:55 noon, and his teacher did not take a nap today.

And Namikaze Minato was indeed walking, and as he was walking he saw the commemorative monument.The area near the Memorial Monument at noon is always so empty.Minato sighed, feeling a little aggrieved.All he could see now was the way Naruto drooled while holding a postcard at night. Why is it so much fun outside? Silly boy, no matter how nice it is outside, it's not as good as home.

Anyway, Minato really couldn't have any good impressions of places other than Konoha.He doesn't like the sand in the Kingdom of Sand, because once he steps into the quicksand, he can never come out again, and some of his teammates died there.I also don’t like the sea in the Kingdom of Water. It’s so rough that some teammates may die accidentally.I don’t even like the plateau of the Land of Snow. I once had a friend lie down in the snow to conduct reconnaissance, but because he couldn’t move, he was frozen into a snowman.Other places, even Tang Country, are so dangerous that some people have died in the line of duty.There are also Jinchuuriki. Kakashi is also a stupid boy. Now that the Fire Country and Konoha have one more Jinchuuriki and one less, what will be the impact? Let’s not talk about anything else. Naruto is so resentful about the growth of a few beards on his face. , if he knew that he would grow a tail, Minato suddenly laughed. Although it is not good to think about his son like this, Naruto, who has a long tail, sighed and patted his face, as if this could cheer him up. Minato Namikaze, you fool, Think good things.Look at the blue sky and white clouds above your head, listen to the sound of the wind blowing through the leaves, have you ever felt the warmth of the sun?

After an unknown amount of time, Namikaze Minato finally relaxed.He decided that even if he came, he might as well go and see Qinai.But as soon as he got close to the stone where Konoha was located for 48 years, he felt the aura of a person.Minato immediately wanted to leave, but the man didn't seem to want to let him go.

"Four generations."

"Ah, three generations of adults."

Then there is silence

Namikaze Minato looked ahead from a distance, feeling irritated in his heart. He didn't want to see someone right in front of him, and he was shorter than him. He even wanted to lower his head and not look at it.

However, Sarutobi Hiruzen raised his head and looked at Minato without any discomfort.In fact, he noticed it as soon as Minato approached the commemorative monument. He wanted to simply avoid it, but it really had been a long time since he had carefully looked at the child in front of him who was silent and ignoring him.He has been thinking about what Xiaochun said these past few days. Regardless of whether it was right or not, he did ignore a lot of things.Such as Asma, his son.For example, this brat named Namikaze Minato, no matter what, he is his disciple, Jiraiya's disciple.

"Minato-chan, take care of yourself. When you're tired, rest and don't carry it."

"Thank you for your concern, but it's a pity that when I think about work, my blood boils and my whole body seems to have endless energy." Minato smiled, and at the same time, his brain cells began to work rapidly. What did the third generation want to do?

After hearing Minato's answer, the third generation didn't know what he wanted to do. He just felt a little sour in his heart.

Seeing that the third generation was silent, Minato immediately started to grab the conversation, "The third generation is in such a good mood at noon."

"Ah, I just came to pay my respects to Danzo, but my eyes probably haven't been working well recently, so I can't find his name."

"Who is Danzo? Is there such a person in Konoha?"

"Minato" The third generation looked at the confusion in Namikaze Minato's eyes, and his heart skipped a beat.

"Well, if you are fine, go back. I want to talk to Qinai. I think Qinai may not be willing to see you."

The third generation didn't speak. He just lost his breath and wanted to look for "Shimura Danzo" again, but when he turned around, his heart felt like a turbulent wave. Minato was facing Uzumaki Kina's name, giggling to himself. .

"Qinai, I'm so sorry. I want to tell you a lot, but I have to go to work soon. I just met someone blocking the way that I didn't really want to see. Ah, you don't need to care who it is, you hate whatever your husband hates. That's good. How should I put it? Our son has finally grown up and has his own ideas. Yes, this is a good thing. A boy will never learn to fly under his father's wings. Don't worry, don't worry, just believe Son. By the way, let me tell you, Hinata from the Hizu family has taken a liking to your son. Don’t worry, she’s a well-educated girl. She’s good in everything except her eyes. Don’t worry, she doesn’t look like Hizu. Ah, What's settled? Things about children are not accurate. Who knows who will fall in love with whom when they grow up. Okay, let's talk about this later. We really have to go to work and there are a lot of things to do. Don't worry, your neck and shoulders are fine. It doesn’t hurt anymore, it’s probably a matter of sitting posture. Ah, don’t worry, raising a son is not for pinching shoulders. I know, I will squeeze Kakashi well. Okay, let’s go, that one, and, Kinai, I miss you."