After a burst of fireworks, the banquet arranged by Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen was ready.
This great battle confirmed the birth of a new god in Konoha, confirmed Konoha, and instantly determined Konoha's stability for the next few years, or even decades.
As the Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen's joy at this moment was beyond words, but his gaze towards Uchiha Kō in the distance was full of smiles.
Gently raising his sake cup to the Gekko, Sarutobi Hiruzen in one gulp, the mellow sweetness and slight spiciness of the Japanese Sake bringing him a sense of pleasure.
The table he was sitting at was the one closest to the center of the village, and around him were Shimura Danzō, Sarutobi Shinnosuke, Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and Torifu Akimichi.
Seeing Sarutobi Hiruzen his glass, everyone exchanged glances and followed suit, Sarutobi Shinnosuke's eyes flickered, and he secretly poured himself a glass, about to taste it.
As a result, his Danzo grabbed his arm and shook his head slightly, saying, "Kids shouldn't drink alcohol. There's juice over there."
After saying that, he got up and poured Shinnosuke a glass of juice. Shinnosuke pouted. He wasn't a child anymore. He was a little genius now, okay?
I just learned the C-rank Ninjutsu, Great Fireball Technique! And I fought the Genin uncle to a standstill!
But who doesn't know how much that Genin went easy on him?
Seeing this Shinnosuke, Sarutobi Hiruzen laughed and said, "Danzo, you said you wanted to try it, so just let him try it! What's the big deal?"
"Come on, Shinnosuke, I'll let you have a taste!" Sarutobi Hiruzen had already abandoned his Hokage authority and just wanted to tease his son.
"Hmph, Hiruzen, I'm not trying to be mean, but have you forgotten all the times you got drunk and misbehaved when you were a kid? You drank two ounces of horse piss, challenged your teacher, and ended up getting hung up and beaten by him..." Before Danzo speaking, Sarutobi Hiruzen's expression changed, and he quickly covered his mouth.
He muttered, "What kind of ridiculous thing is this? Aren't you ashamed!" After saying that, he looked around and realized that apart from his old friends, no one else had arrived yet, and he breathed a sigh of relief.
"Shinnosuke, listen to your Danzo. Don't be like your father. Wait until you're an adult before you drink alcohol. Also, if you want to study, learn from Uchiha Kō. He's someone you should learn from for the rest of your life." Shimura Danzō's handsome face had already learned to smile. And you have to admit, his looks far surpassed those of Sarutobi Hiruzen.
What was said in jest was taken seriously by the listener. Sarutobi Hiruzen, upon hearing Danzo's suggestion, paused for a moment, then slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "That's right! Danzo! You're absolutely right! The Owl King's strategies, Ninjutsu, courage, diplomatic skills, and strategic vision are unmatched in Konoha and even the entire Ninja World!"
"I need to find a time to have Shinnosuke become Uchiha Kō!" At this moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen, although he was the Hokage, was also a father. It's understandable for a father to hope that his son will succeed. Previously, he only thought about having Shinnosuke study at the Ninja Academy, and he didn't have time to teach him anything himself.
Currently, Uchiha Kō is in charge of external conquests and the reorganization of officials, so he should have some free time. If Shinnosuke can learn some skills, it will be of great help to his future!
Furthermore, the villagers currently strongly support Uchiha Kō becoming the Fourth Hokage. If Shinnosuke becomes his apprentice, then the future Fifth Hokage...
Shimura Danzō knew Sarutobi Hiruzen all too well; he was now certain that Sarutobi Hiruzen was determined to have his son become Uchiha Kō.
He actually hoped that Uchiha Kō could take Shinnosuke, after all, he was his nephew. Don't be fooled by the fact that Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzō had argued before; their relationship was actually very close. (Sarutobi, no, regret, shadow, gate)
Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura remained silent. They seemed to have lost all their energy today. They had originally hoped to gain some benefits, but the establishment of the Disciplinary Department completely dashed their hopes.
Who would have thought that their reputations would be ruined in their old age, and their honors would be tarnished in their later years? Therefore, the two remained silent.
Torifu Akimichi nodded. "Hiruzen, if your nephew can be taken under the wing of Uchiha Kō, then you'll never have to worry again. Given Uchiha Kō's personality, he'll definitely teach his disciples everything he knows."
Sarutobi Hiruzen was also somewhat excited at this moment, but how could he get Uchiha Kō to accept his son? He was thinking about it when an idea flashed through his mind.
Tsunade! Yes, his good disciple Tsunade! Starting with Tsunade might be easier! After so many years of teacher-student relationship, Tsunade wouldn't refuse to help him.
"That's it, "Sarutobi Hiruzen resolutely, looking at his son and muttering to himself, "You brat, your old man is prepared to risk his reputation for your future."
Who is Uchiha Kō? Just a few months ago he Genin, and now he's become the strongest fighter in Konoha. And look at his strategies; Konoha has suffered no more than 5,000 casualties in the entire Second World War.
Konoha's opponents: Hanzo of Amegakure has lost all ambition; Sunagakure was decimated and will not recover for ten years; Iwagakure, though it lost 4,000 to 5,000 people, still has its foundation; and Konoha lost less than 600 people. Seeing these casualties, who wouldn't be afraid?
Even the rough and tough Kumogakure) are much more obedient now, aren't they? You might say the Third Raikage is tough and thick-skinned, perhaps able to withstand Susanoo and Sage Art: Wood Release: True Several Thousand Hands, but what about the Kumogakure ninja?
They don't have the same powerful defensive Ninjutsu and Light-Weight Rock Technique as Iwagakure. If he dares to fight, Uchiha Kō alone could cripple their army!
Although Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't expect his son to awaken a special bloodline limit, having him study under Uchiha Kō, even if he only learned some strategies, would be enough to benefit him for life.
Sarutobi Shinnosuke an eyebrow. "Father, is this Uchiha Kō you're talking about really that outstanding? I remember Danzo always saying that the Uchiha are a bunch of naturally evil brats..."
Before he could finish speaking, Shimura Danzō covered his mouth. "What are you saying? What are you talking about! Your Uncle Danzo isn't that kind of person! Don't talk nonsense!" He was sweating profusely because he saw Uchiha Kō and Tsunade walking towards him.
The two seats at the very center of the table were empty; they were theirs. Uchiha Kō had been notified beforehand, and after Uchiha Kō and Tsunade finished their intimate moment, they naturally walked over here.
If Uchiha Kō heard this, what if he misunderstands and thinks I, Danzo, am the Vice Hokage? Although he was my subordinate before, even the current Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, wouldn't dare say he could suppress Uchiha Kō.
"Waaah~" Sarutobi Shinnosuke's face turned bright red, while everyone else, including Sarutobi Hiruzen, burst into laughter.
Shimura Danzō looked at Sarutobi Shinnosuke with a helpless yet threatening gaze. "Nephew, remember these words. Your uncle never said them, understand?"
Sarutobi Shinnosuke was very clever; he nodded, indicating that he understood. Only then did Shimura Danzō breathe a sigh of relief and lower his hand from covering Shinnosuke's mouth.