Sounding the Horn of Counterattack

After dealing with the technical matters, Chuanhe knew the Hokage had truly been waiting for a long time. He temporarily bid farewell to the enthusiastic scientists and headed to the Hokage Office.

The moment he entered, he heard Hashirama's signature hearty laughter.

"Ha ha ha! I've heard so much about you, Chuanhe. I'm Hashirama, and this man beside me is Madara."

Madara stared at Chuanhe with great interest through his newly evolved Rinnegan. Everyone present could feel the fighting spirit in his gaze.

"Ahem, Madara, we can talk about that after we're done here."

Madara nodded in response to Hashirama.

At this point, Chuanhe first asked in confusion...