Minato Namikaze shook his head as well. "There's no need at all. This was an agreement between Lord Torikaze and Elder Danzo. I don't know the details, but Elder Danzo fulfilled the agreement, so Lord Torikaze came specifically to uphold his end."
Everyone present was greatly surprised. "It actually has something to do with Danzo? Why didn't that guy tell us? He really kept it hidden."
Minato Namikaze laughed heartily. "That doesn't really matter. But he's made such a huge contribution to the Land of Fire. Should we give him some kind of reward?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi waved a hand. "There's no need, Lord Hokage. That old bastard is the type to push his luck the moment you give him an inch. Just say a few words of praise verbally, but don't make your tone too soft."
Minato Namikaze fell silent for a moment. As expected of close friends—their mouths were equally vicious.
"O-Okay, then I'll listen to the Third Hokage."
"Since that's settled, I'll put away the agreed-upon locations and report them directly to Lord Torikaze tomorrow."
After that, the matter had been settled, and Minato Namikaze told the Elders to return and rest.
The Elders had no objections. Having grown used to a leisurely life, they were quite happy with it.
Though they no longer held power, their status, position, and wealth remained.
None of that had been taken from them. After all, these Elders had spent their entire lives working for Konoha. Although they had done some foolish things in their later years, they could still be forgiven.
After sorting through the documents, Minato Namikaze also planned to finish work and head home.
He carried the map he had discussed with the Elders, intending to give it directly to Torikaze when he got home.
He also contacted the