Ch. 1Tsunade's Second Grandfather
Key Plot Points and Events
- Naruto returns to the Leaf Village with Tsunade and Jiraiya.
- Tsunade is to become the new Hokage.
- Tsunade meets Hikari, the gatekeeper, who secretly possesses immense strength and knowledge, but pretends to be average.
- Hikari writes erotic novels in his free time, much to Jiraiya's amusement.
Character Developments
- Tsunade: Returns to the Leaf Village with mixed feelings, determined to become Hokage and protect the village.
- Hikari: Reveals his strength and knowledge secretly, showing ambition and a desire for a peaceful life.
- Jiraiya: Continues his carefree and lecherous behavior, but shows concern for Tsunade's well-being.
Significant Themes
- Ambition vs. Contentment: Hikari's secret strength and knowledge contrast with his desire for a simple life.
- Power Dynamics: The struggle for power and influence within the Leaf Village is hinted at, with Tsunade's appointment as Hokage and Hikari's hidden strength.
- Friendship and Rivalry: Jiraiya's friendly competition with Hikari over their writing is established.
Character Interactions
- Tsunade and Jiraiya: Their childhood friendship is evident, with Tsunade showing concern for Jiraiya's well-being and Jiraiya supporting Tsunade's appointment as Hokage.
- Tsunade and Hikari: Their initial interaction is tense, with Tsunade suspicious of Hikari's knowledge and Hikari trying to hide his true strength.
- Hikari and Jiraiya: They share a friendly rivalry over their writing, with Hikari aiming to outdo Jiraiya's novel sales.