"The kid is doing everything he can to make the Uchiha Clan break away from Konoha."
"Though I don't know what their goal is, if the Uchiha Clan truly leaves Konoha, I imagine you wouldn't want to see that either, old man."
Jiraiya's words landed like a heavy punch to Hiruzen Sarutobi's chest.
Of course, he knew the Uchiha Clan's current combat strength, and he also knew what consequences their departure from Konoha would bring.
With Jiraiya's reminder, he realized that he had been too hasty just now. Not only had he given Uchiha Yato plenty of openings, but he had also clearly revealed Uchiha Yato's true intentions.
"Sigh, it seems I really am old."
Hiruzen Sarutobi's sigh brought Jiraiya back to himself somewhat, though he looked at his teacher with mixed emotions.
"After you bring Tsunade back this time, let him see whether he can awaken Wood Release and take over as the Fifth Hokage."
The moment Jiraiya heard Hiruzen Sarutobi say that, he was overjoyed.
"Are you serious, old man?!"
"Then Tsunade really might return to Konoha."
After his emotional outburst, Jiraiya fell silent again.
Given Konoha's current situation, if Tsunade returned and truly succeeded as the next Hokage, it was hard to say whether that would be good or bad.
Jiraiya did not want to ruin his good mood at that moment. After exchanging a few more words with Hiruzen Sarutobi, he left.
Outside Ichiraku Ramen.
Naruto stood outside Ichiraku Ramen, blinking his big eyes as he stared at the delicious food Uncle Ichiraku was making inside.
Wanting to go in and eat a bowl of ramen, Naruto felt around in his pockets and could only sigh. Then he stood somewhere where he would not disturb anyone eating and watched the scene inside.
When business was