In the end, they still had to address the most crucial question.
Kushina had always been forthright. Even when facing the renowned God of Shinobi, Senju Hashirama, she didn't show the slightest nervousness. She simply and openly expressed her wishes. Hinata, sitting nearby, perked up at Kushina's words and raised her eyes again, looking at these few truly important figures before her. It was no exaggeration to say that First—Senju Hashirama—still held unrivaled prestige in the Shinobi World. After all, only sixty years had passed since Konoha's founding, and the God of Shinobi's illustrious reputation remained indelible, even though the entire Shinobi World now regarded Naruto as the new generation's God of Shinobi.
And Naruto's strength had indeed surpassed Senju Hashirama in practical terms.
But as long as Naruto hadn't defeated Senju Hashirama in a direct fight, or accomplished something Hashirama never had—unifying the Shinobi World!—Hashirama would still be the greatest.
That was about to change. Naruto would defeat Hashirama head-on, then accomplish the feat of unifying the Shinobi World. He would surpass Hashirama in every way, from personal strength to overall achievements.
As one of Konoha's most genuine ninjas, Hinata had grown up hearing of Senju Hashirama's renown. From their conversation, someone as perceptive as Hinata could naturally tell that First Generation, returned to life, had set his sights on her beloved Naruto-kun. The mention of Uchiha Madara had also caught her attention. Hinata was now somewhat worried about Kushina, who had spoken so bluntly, but even more worried about Naruto, who was almost certain to clash with First soon.
But she understood perfectly well.
This wasn't the place for her to speak up.
Listening quietly was her only choice.
Minato, First, Second Hokage, and the others seated before them all showed varying expressions after hearing Kushina's words.
"Don't