Konoha’s New Third Hokage

After Hiruzaru Sarutobi accepted the important task, he immediately began to select ninjas. Within a day, he gathered all 500 people and set off in a few days.

Among the five hundred people, Hiruzaru Sarutobi selected fifty ninjas from his own family, all of whom were strong elites who had undergone rigorous training. Although there is no blood succession limit, relying on years of ninjutsu inheritance, the Sarutobi family was a powerful ninja family comparable to Senju, Uchiha, and Hyuga during the Warring States Period. The Yamanaka, Nara, and Akimichi clans are all attached to His left and right are similar in status to retainers.

The loyalty and reliability of the Sarutobi family has always been praised by the local nobles. Apart from Senshou, the Sarutobi family was the favorite to be hired by local lords during the Warring States Period. In the last Ninja World War, the Sarutobi family followed closely behind Senju, and the loss of the family was second only to Senju. Because Senju shouldered too much responsibility, the Sarutobi family did not fall into the same situation as Senju. .

In addition to the fifty Sarutobi family ninjas, another hundred people are composed of many other families, and the remaining 350 people are civilian ninjas. After nearly twenty years, a new generation of civilian ninjas has officially entered the establishment of Konoha Ninja Village. Due to the implementation of the sub-discipline system, these civilian ninjas who can participate in tasks are undoubtedly the best among them-after all, there is no talent, the school It is not optimistic about its entry into the combat system - its strength can be compared with the ninja of the middle family.

Among these people, Hiruzaru Sarutobi also brought his favorite students with him, namely Jiraiya, Orochimaru, and Asuki. After becoming Chunin, the appointments of the three were different. Orochimaru entered the scientific research department, Asuki entered the intelligence department, and Jiraiya was outside as a regular ninja. Even so, the relationship between the three of the same family is still very good. .

Jiraiya also performs missions outside all year round, erasing all the frivolity in his body. Although there are still times when he is not serious in his daily life, he clearly distinguishes between private affairs and public affairs.

Over the years, Jiraiya's practice of immortality has also made great progress. As the instructor, Fukasaku Sensei once said that the practice of immortality is to pay attention to the practice of body and mind. For Ziraiya, who was not very calm when he was young , The external experience has enriched his knowledge, exercised his quality, and benefited his physical and mental health.

Therefore, Jiraiya has also developed an interest in seeing different scenery in different places. If one day in the future, he can let go of his identity as a ninja, maybe he will travel around as a traveler, experience local customs and collect materials.

"I have carried out the mission of defending merchants sailing, and I am a little familiar with it. If you have any places you like to go, just ask me!" Zilai also said solemnly in front of the two fellow students, raising his hand and patting himself vigorously chest.

"You think we're going on a trip, Ziraiya." Tomorrow Beauty looked at him with a smile.

"Although it's because of the war, you can't keep your nerves tensed all the time. You should relax when it's time to relax. This is what the old sailors told me." Jiraiya said seriously.

"Boring, instead of doing that kind of thing, it's better to sharpen your ninjutsu." Orochimaru shook his head slightly and said.

"Hmph, Orochimaru, it really is that your body is almost rusted after staying in the scientific research department." Ji Lai also smiled at him and said, "However, you are quite good, and you obviously didn't perform it outside. After passing the mission, just practicing with Sarutobi-sensei and me, you can regain the feeling of the past."

"That's natural, because Orochimaru is a genius." Asuki is very convinced of Orochimaru's talent, and she and Jilai also have the experience of going out to perform missions, and Orochimaru entered scientific research after joining the Chunin Examination In the Ministry, he never had a serious confrontation with anyone again.

However, just relying on the same practice, Orochimaru quickly returned to the past state. Maybe it has not reached its peak state, but it is obviously possible to go out to fight. As long as it accumulates experience in the battle, I believe it can go further. Because of this, Sarutobi Hiruzen brought him with him.

For tomorrow's praise,

Orochimaru's expression didn't change at all, because he also understands that his talent is indeed outstanding, and even family ninjas are rarely compared with him. At a young age, the ninjutsu he masters is the best ninjutsu of most people. Can't do it in a lifetime.

While the three of them were chatting, they heard someone call "Senior Oshemaru", and when they looked back, they saw a fourteen or five-year-old girl running over. The girl has a beautiful appearance and a gentle temperament. Just by looking at her, one will feel that she is a kind, gentle and generous person. She is Mingmei.

"Mingmei, what are you doing here?" Orochimaru couldn't help being startled, and asked.

"Of course it's for Senior Orochimaru to see him off. By the way, I also want to give this to Senior." Mingmei took it out of her pocket while talking, and handed it to Orochimaru.

Orochimaru took it, and saw that it was an amulet made by a shrine in the village. Although there was no proof, the common people believed that it contained God's blessing. Orochimaru didn't expect that Mingmei would give him this thing, he didn't know how to deal with it for a while, when he was in a dilemma, he heard Jiraiya's exaggerated voice.

"Wow, Mingmei, you specially gave this to Orochimaru, didn't you prepare it for me?" Zilai also looked at Mingmei with great expectation, but when she saw the other person's gaze unconsciously moved away, she suddenly felt a burst of disappointment in her heart.

Seeing this scene, Ming Mei suddenly laughed, then took out two amulets in her pocket, and said, "I'm just kidding, Senior Jiraiya, this is for you and Senior Asuki."

"Really there is." Jiraiya originally thought that Orochimaru might disappoint the other girl's wishes, so he came forward on purpose, but he didn't expect Mingmei to really prepare amulets for himself and Asuki, and took them in surprise.

"I originally wanted to give one to everyone, but the people at the shrine told me that this kind of amulet can only be given to those who are close to me. There is no way, so I can only make five, and the other two are for Hizhan Uncle and Uncle Danzo's." Minmei smiled.

"That's a pity." Jiraiya stared curiously at the amulet in his palm, then put it on his neck, and said with a smile, "Anyway, thank you for your kindness."

"Well, thank you, Xiao Mingmei." Ming Rimei also accepted it happily.

His classmates all accepted the amulets, and Dashemaru naturally couldn't refuse, so he put away the amulets and said to Mingmei: "Okay, you should go back quickly, you should still have homework."

"Well. Oshemaru-senpai, when you come back, I will definitely solve the secret of that ninjutsu. Just wait and see." After saying this, Minmei ran to Sarutobi Hiruzen. To send the last two amulets over.

"Oshemaru, you also receive things from girls. I thought you were not born to attract girls." Jilai also watched the other party go, and raised his elbow to touch Orochimaru.

"Hehe." Orochimaru just sneered at Jiraiya's actions, without expressing any opinion, just turned around and looked down at the amulet.

"To tell you the truth, I thought Xiao Mingmei had other intentions in giving the Oshemaru amulet." Asuki pulled away slightly, and whispered to Jiraiya.

"Me too, but later I felt that maybe I was thinking wrong." Jiraiya also thought it was the girl's feelings for the older senior, and felt incredible in his heart. He was both happy and jealous. The happy thing is that if Orochimaru can really It would be really great to attract a girl, at least you don't have to worry about this guy being alone for the rest of his life, but what's jealous is that even this guy can find a girl, or a third-generation daughter, why doesn't my uncle have one?

"However, if Minmei really likes this guy, I'd be really envious. Fortunately, that's not the case." Jiraiya's tone was a bit sour.

"You just need to change your temperament. You are very serious when you perform tasks. Most of the time, your usual performance is not bad, but occasionally you will talk nonsense." Asuki glanced at Jiraiya and said.

"My temper is not bad, right? This kind of charm can be regarded as a different kind, isn't it?" Ji Lai also giggled.

"At least for me, it doesn't feel like it." Asuki said.

It may be because when she was young, she never let Asuki have any beautiful girlish fantasies. Even now that she has gradually matured, Asuki doesn't feel anything. Like a friend of the same class.

"Ah, if Orochimaru can get the daughter of the third generation, I must also find a woman who can't lose to him." Zilai also sighed.

Asuka couldn't help but glance at him again, look, he's starting to flirt now, no matter how mature his appearance becomes, he's still the lustful Jiraiya he used to be, but if Jiraiya really changes, then Asuki may Still a little uncomfortable, she said casually: "Oh, for example?"

"For example... Tsunade." Jiraiya closed his eyes and pondered for a moment, then suddenly opened his eyes and said seriously.

"...Are you okay?" Asuki suddenly felt her body go cold, as if hearing something incredible, she reached out her hand and touched Jiraiya's forehead.

"What are you doing?" Zilai also hurriedly avoided her hand and said, "I'm serious. She is also a granddaughter of the first generation, and she is also very cute. Although her figure was not good before, but now...hehe .”

I don't know if it's really because I'm too familiar with Asuki, or because my thoughts are wandering, I even subconsciously say this kind of words, and when he reacts, Asuki has already walked a few steps to the side.

"Jiraiya, I think it's time to report to the security team." Asuki's expression was indescribable, "Aren't your hearts too big for saying that in front of other girls?"

"Ah, haha, can I pretend I didn't hear it?" Jiraiya was also a little embarrassed at this time. This should only be said in front of Sarutobi-sensei, and Sarutobi-sensei would definitely discuss it with him, but Asuka Asuka Girls, it is obviously impossible to get along with her.

"Why don't you tell Tsunade?" Asuki thought for a while and said.

"Please forgive me for this!" Zilai also immediately begged for mercy in Tomorrow.

"If you are willing to give me some compensation, I'd like to keep a secret for you." Asuki said slowly, making Ziraiya understand every word.

"If you have anything you want to buy, just tell me!" Hearing this, Jilai also showed a very proud look.

"You're so generous, Ziraiya, seeing how sincere you are, I'll forget what you just said." Asuki smiled.

— Huh, woman, sometimes you really have to be careful.

Jilai couldn't help but wiped his sweat, no wonder people often say that one of the three bans of ninjas is a woman, you should pay attention to control your words and deeds in the future, otherwise you will give Asuki a handle, and you will inevitably blackmail yourself in the future. In other words, it doesn't matter whether you talk about this kind of thing or not, but you are different.

Thinking of Tsunade's power, Jilai also shuddered, he had better be careful, try not to provoke Tsunade, otherwise he really didn't know what would happen.

At this time, Hiruzaru Sarutobi officially announced his departure, Jiraiya and others immediately became serious, and came to his position according to the team's plan. After Hiruzaru Sarutobi was confirmed, he took 500 people and set off to the coastal border, bid farewell to the team that also set off to deal with the Land of Winds, and embarked on the journey together.

The coastal border is mainly protected by the local lord who is sealed here. During the last Ninja World War, the sudden attack of Kirigakure Ninja Village caused a lot of trouble for the country. The harsh lord paid great attention to the safety of the coastal border. , Increase the training of warriors and border patrols under his command.

After arriving, Hiruzaru Sarutobi had to visit this lord first, because in the battlefield to protect the Uzumaki country, they could not only rely on their 500 people, but also needed the cooperation of local warriors. And Feng Mori Masaki paid attention to easing the relationship between ninjas and samurai, and had many friendly contacts with the lords of these important border towns, and even let them participate in business operations together, and the relationship between them was not bad.

After learning of the arrival of the Konoha tribe, the lord Miyamoto welcomed them very generously, arranged a place for the ninjas to live in, and entertained Hiruzaru Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura as leaders, and learned that Hiruzaru Sarutobi would personally bring them People sneaked into the country of Uzumaki to protect the people, and Kirigakure Ninja Village intends to destroy the country of Uzumaki. It must not rely on ninjas alone, and there may be a large number of samurai involved. Therefore, he hopes to use some of the lord's elite soldiers.

As the lord of the Kingdom of Fire, Miyamoto only needs to protect the land of his own country. For the land of other countries, unless there is an order from the capital, he does not need to protect it. However, Miyamoto has a very good relationship with Konoha Ninja Village, and he has made a lot of money by cooperating with businessmen under the name of Konoha Ninja Village. It can be agreed, as a local lord, Miyamoto has considerable autonomy.

The number given by Miyamoto was 300 people. Hearing this, Hiruzaru Sarutobi immediately nodded and agreed, saying that 300 people would be enough, but they must be veterans who have undergone considerable training, and they must be led by warriors with sufficient strength. Ben did not veto this, and said that in order to reassure him, Hiruzaru Sarutobi could personally test the strength of the samurai he chose.

Soon, the ten samurai leaders personally selected by Miyamoto appeared in the training ground in the city, and Hiruzaru Sarutobi personally tested their strength.