He couldn't feel the slightest bit of happiness at this moment.
Only three parts reluctance, and seven parts jealousy.
He was jealous of Hiruzen Sarutobi.
That he could die fighting for the village in the name of Hokage.
"I propose Jiraiya becomes the Fifth Hokage."
Mitokado Homura spoke, changing the subject.
Dispelling the sorrowful atmosphere in the conference room.
"Jiraiya won't do."
Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head, "He won't accept this kind of request.
However, Tsunade should be fine.
I propose we find Tsunade."
"Tsunade..."
The three fell silent.
Danzo really wanted to refute and take the position himself.
But, at this moment, he suddenly felt unable to say it.
So, he could only sigh.
And slowly said, "Tsunade is acceptable.
But, how do we find her?
How do we persuade her?"
The four fell silent simultaneously.
Ever since that incident, Tsunade had left Konoha.
Her whereabouts have been unknown ever since.
Finding her would be very difficult.
"You can use a roundabout tactic,"
Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly said, "Let Jiraiya be Hokage first.
The reason would be that he is one of the surviving Sannin, and only he can command respect.
At the same time, the Daimyo has also agreed.
He will definitely refuse and then suggest Tsunade take the position.
This way, we can find Tsunade."
"You're still so cunning,"
Danzo grumbled, curling his lips.
"I'll leave these matters to you."
Hiruzen Sarutobi stood up and walked to the window.
Looking at the Hokage Rock not far away, he said helplessly, "My time is running out.
During this period, I want to spend time with my family.
And see the village."
"Alright."
The three nodded together.
Then they slowly stood up, preparing to handle the matters.
"Danzo, don't forget what you promised me."
"Hmph~"
Danzo snorted coldly, then didn't say anything and left directly.
Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't mind.
He just quietly looked at the scenery outside the window.
He narrowed his eyes slightly, a pipe in his mouth.
Facing the sunlight, a slight smile on his face.
"Where there are people who are the descendants of the will of fire, there will be a flame.
The flame of the will of fire will keep burning, and will cast a shadow on the village, and the new sprouts will grow from the shadow."
The news that the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi was gravely injured, had overused his life force, and was about to die spread like wildfire.
It quickly spread throughout the entire village.
For a time, a mournful atmosphere permeated the village.
However.
Bai Hao's bookstore was unusually lively.
Ever since Hinata Hyuga displayed her might.
Bai Hao had also become famous.
Everyone was incredibly curious.
Curious about how Bai Hao had made Hinata stronger, how he had given her a chakra reserve beyond that of ordinary people.
So.
Many people came to the bookstore under the guise of buying books.
They tried to gather information in various ways.
For example:
Kakashi: "Yo! Bai Hao, do you have the collector's edition of Make-Out Paradise here?"
Bai Hao: "No."
Kakashi: "What a shame~
I originally wanted to buy a copy to keep~
I've looked in so many bookstores and couldn't find it.
Now I've lost all motivation to train.
When will my chakra reserves ever increase..."
Bai Hao: "Oh."
Kakashi: "..."
For example:
Jiraiya: "Hahaha~ Kid, do you have Make-Out Paradise here?"
Bai Hao: "No."
Jiraiya: "How can you not stock such a great book?"
Bai Hao: "I don't stock 18+ novels."
Jiraiya: "Don't say that in front of the original author~
Hahaha~
Since you own a bookstore, you must have read many books, right?
Want to discuss them with me?
I'm a famous author, you know!"
Bai Hao: "I'm not 18 yet.
The women's bathhouse is over there, please leave."
Jiraiya: "..."
For example:
One night, Yumichika Saburo, a Jonin from Kumogakure, secretly snuck into Bai Hao's bookstore.
"Hmph~
Konoha is nothing special.
To let such an important person live alone."
Yumichika Saburo sneered, "If this were our Kumogakure, he would absolutely be protected layer by layer!
But it doesn't matter.
Bai Hao-kun, I've come to save you!"
With that said.
He crept towards Bai Hao's bedroom.
However, before he could take a few steps, he completely vaporized, disappearing from the face of the earth.
Although Bai Hao's bookstore was lively.
It didn't have much impact on Bai Hao's life.
Living each day like a salted fish.
From time to time, he'd train Team 7.
His little life was quite leisurely and content.
After hearing the news that Hiruzen Sarutobi was nearing his end.
He was quite depressed for a while.
"The power of destiny is truly strong~
How many times have I pulled him back?
Yet he still has to die.
Sigh~
But.
If I were to pull him back one more time, would I make a huge profit?"
Bai Hao fell into deep thought.
Izumi Uchiha and Karin were almost back.
Moreover, they brought back two new reserve members.
Adding Rin in his attic.
He currently had 5 core subordinates.
Each of them was at Super Kage level strength.
"It's time to make a big move."
Bai Hao decided to help Hiruzen Sarutobi.
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