Soon, the familiar planet appeared before them, and a force of attraction pulled everyone into the world.
When they opened their eyes again, they were already in the familiar forest.
Without wasting words, Torikaze grabbed them and instantly transported them to the Hokage Office in Konoha.
The clone in the office sensed the original body's arrival and immediately vanished.
Everything the clone had experienced during this time was transmitted into Torikaze's mind.
"Looks like Konoha has developed quite well lately."
The houses destroyed during the Nine-Tails' Attack had all been rebuilt.
The affected villagers had also received proper compensation, and there had been no changes in public sentiment.
The entire Konoha Village was flourishing.
The old Third Hokage had been staying home to look after the younger generation, playing games, or going to cause trouble for Shimura Danzō.
In any case, he no longer interfered with Konoha's government affairs at all, so he had kept his promise.
Torikaze pointed at a book on the desk. "That contains my clone's summary of Konoha's affairs over this period. I hope it can be of some help to you."
"Although you've been Hokage for two years already, this is the true beginning of your time as Hokage. Work hard, and don't let Minato outdo you."
Minato Namikaze was deeply moved. He was immensely grateful to Torikaze. It was Torikaze who had given him the authority to independently decide Konoha's affairs.
This truly was the beginning of his path as Hokage. He believed he would do very well.
"All right, I'm going to rest. The rest of you can get busy."
After Torikaze left, the three clan heads also took their leave.
Orochimaru looked at Minato. "Minato, I never understood why the old man chose you as Hokage. After seeing that battle a few