Explanation

Land of Fire, Konoha.

The news of Gu Sheng's reappearance and nearly destroying an entire nation in a single battle was still spreading. A new legend had been born, but it also represented the source of countless troubles.

A powerful existence was bound to place pressure on others, provoking endless schemes. Even without any conflict of interest, merely sensing that pressure could drive people to scheme. Some schemers had originally belonged to the same side. These deeply calculating people were the source of countless troubles.

Of course, Gu Sheng had no intention of considering such things now. To him, those who wanted to scheme against him were nothing more than clowns jumping around. He already possessed absolute strength. Whether things remained peaceful depended entirely on his mood. If he was displeased, he could simply wipe them all out.

An existence like him was unacceptable to those so-called holders of power, making them feel deeply insecure. Of course, Gu Sheng already held a high position in the Naruto World, which left some room for maneuver. What those people feared most were powerful individuals without any ties—not high-ranking figures within a village.

Inside the Hokage's office, Gu Sheng strolled in leisurely. Then, under several people's stunned gazes, he sat in the seat representing the Hokage. Danzo and the others at the door had just begun to shout when the door slammed shut, leaving the members of the advisory council outside.

"Lord Danzo, please wait outside for a while!"

Minato Namikaze and the members of Team Minato were outside as well. Gu Sheng had just asked them to come along, apparently because he had something to discuss with them.

"Uchiha!"

Danzo noticed Obito nearby. The Uchiha clan crest was printed on the back of his vest.

"Obito is my student."

Minato smiled as