Chapter 315
Then, looking at his granddaughter, his eyes were filled with joy and admiration.
After all, this barrier was built primarily by Asuka.
Afterwards, the two went to the barrier department and registered their identities.
The Akito had Asuka establish a sensory barrier.
This is also to prevent an invasion like that of Jiraiya in the original work.
Now, the entire Amegakure is within the impenetrable barrier of perception.
Even if the Sage of Six Paths were to come, he would still be detected.
After leaving the barrier area, the grandfather and grandson walked towards the central building.
"The tower... has changed into this state."
Hanzō looked up.
The former tower has been transformed into a gigantic building with dozens of stories.
Its grandeur and magnificence once again left Hanzō in awe.
Next, on the giant screen, Hanzō saw the promotional video for Princess Gale, followed by Ying's solo album performance.
Hanzō was certainly familiar with movies.
And solo album performances...
It's an "idol".
Asuka explained.
Ying pioneered the ninja idol concept, which became the best form of promotion.
When Hanzō learned that Ying was a girl from the Tsuchigumo Clan and a disciple of Akito, his surprise deepened.
"The specific details would take three days and three nights to recount."
Asuka supported Hanzō's arm.
"Grandpa, let's go to the meeting room first, everyone's probably getting impatient..."
239. A Challenge from Demigod!
Two figures entered the conference room.
The waiting crowd widened their eyes in surprise.
His expression revealed shock, disbelief, doubt, and a variety of other emotions.
"..."
Hanzō looked around and, based on his granddaughter's previous introductions, roughly guessed the names and identities of everyone present.
Especially... when Hanzō saw his old subordinate "wearing" [the clothes].
His eyes revealed a sense of nostalgia.
At last.
Hanzō turned his gaze to Akito: "It's been a long time."
"Um."
The Akito nodded and stood up.
"Everyone, let me introduce you to the ninja before you. His name is... Demigod Hanzo of the Salamander."
"!!!"
When Akito uttered this name.
Everyone gasped in surprise.
These old subordinates were already moved to tears.
The reactions of Pakura and the others varied.
"Yo, Demigod, I've wanted to see you for so long..."
Ringo Ameyuri, who had the most experience, waved to Hanzo of the Salamander.
Ringo Ameyuri and Minato Namikaze in the same rank.
They experienced the Second Shinobi World War.
So... I immediately accepted Hanzō's suddenly younger appearance.
After all, Hanzō didn't look old more than 20 years ago.
Following Ringo Ameyuri's invitation.
The crowd gradually accepted the fact that Hanzō had been revived.
The return of the Amegakure Demigod and his rejoining of the village is definitely a shot in the arm for everyone.
Shinnō smiled slightly and greeted Hanzō.
As the person who personally presided over the surgery and was the first to witness Hanzō awaken, he was naturally calm and composed.
"..."
Hanzō listened to the commotion around him, maintaining a smile as he met Akito's gaze.
More than a decade has passed in the blink of an eye for me.
Just like yesterday.
The boy in front of me has aged a bit.
But his determined gaze remained unchanged.
Hanzō, then a playful smile appeared on his face, "Amakawa Akito, how about a fight with me?"
As soon as he woke up, he suggested hitting someone.
The crowd started discussing it again.
Then, they thought of something.
In terms of legitimacy, Hanzo of the Salamander is still the village chief of Amegakure.
However, the village's development over the years is the result of everyone's efforts.
In terms of primary merit, the majority was attributed to Amakawa Akito, followed by his granddaughter, Asuka...
So.
Is Hanzō's move an attempt to reclaim his sovereignty?
"Speaking of which... who is she?" Yamada asked at that moment.
His gaze fell on the Asuka, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes.
"You idiot, she's Asuka ..." Ringo Ameyuri said from the side.
Yamada: "..."
Asuka: "Hehe..."
Because the respirator had been removed, Yamada didn't recognize Asuka at first.
The removal of the face shield and respirator that originally covered most of her face naturally caused a significant change in Asuka's appearance and demeanor.
It's like how makeup can transform a person.
In the past, Asuka's attire was always modeled after her grandfather, Hanzo of the Salamander.
Now that she has shed all that, she is a graceful and aloof young woman.
"Good."
Akito nodded, his gaze fixed on Hanzō.
"Let's fight outside."
The Akito took the plunge and agreed to Hanzō's request.
The crowd filed out.
As they left the building, people whispered amongst themselves all the way.
Hanzō vs. Amakawa Akito.
Who will win?
"Of course it's Master." Ying blurted out without thinking.
In her heart, her master was the strongest.
"Hmm." Pakura nodded, having no doubt about it.
"No matter what, that kid Amakawa Akito is no longer human," Ringo Ameyuri teasing tone.
She Akito firsthand the annihilation of Fugaku Uchiha and countless ninjas.
They know best just how terrifying those blatant acts of violence are.
Just by unleashing his power, he could blow away hundreds or even thousands of ninjas.
No matter how strong Hanzō, he's still just a mortal.
Juzo Biwa: "Perhaps you're right, but now even Demigod possess Dark Chakra, what do you all think...?"
In the past.
They easily defeated the raiding party Jonin Jiraiya, Orochihime, Tsunade, and over a dozen elite Konoha Jonin.
Hanzō, however, was completely unharmed.
Furthermore, they were given the humiliating title of "Sannin".
Yet they are revered by the world as the "Legendary Sannin".
Even the title of defeat can be transformed into honor.
It's easy to imagine how legendary Hanzō himself was.
The crowd began to chatter amongst themselves.
Finally, we arrived at the outer perimeter of Amegakure, on the sea surface of the expanded pier.
As far as the eye can see, the land is flat and expansive.
Apart from the land, there is only the sea.
It is about 1 kilometer away from the village.
It was vast and somewhat empty.
The Akito stood there, and the sound of the waves crashing filled the air.
Half land, half sea.
This will be the most suitable location for the battle.
"Besides using poison, the Demigod defeated the Iaijutsu Iaigiri of the Land of Iron in close combat, and no one can surpass his mastery of water... It seems the master specifically chose a location suitable for Hanzō to showcase his abilities."
Juzo Biwa commented.
When fighting by the sea, Hanzō can utilize the water to unleash his strongest Water Release attacks.
Furthermore, since half of the land is covered by land, the Summoning Salamander Ibuse underground.
Ringo Ameyuri shook her head. "This means that Amakawa Akito intends to completely defeat Hanzō."
What could be more effective at striking an enemy than completely defeating them?
This Amegakure.
It's sure to be very exciting.
"Hmph, you don't understand Amakawa Akito at all, nor do you understand Hanzō."