Land of Fire.
Konoha.
Inside the Hokage Building.
In Konoha's Hokage Office, a dashing figure was intently reviewing various documents.
He was Madara Uchiha. Though the years had left a few traces upon his face,
as an outstanding representative of the Uchiha Clan, he remained handsome and striking. The tempering of time had even added a mature charm to his features.
Just as Madara was focused on his work, a shout suddenly came from the window of the Hokage Office. "Madara!"
Hearing it, Madara looked up to see Hashirama Senju running over with a broad smile. Standing before him, he said excitedly, "What documents are you reviewing here? Stop working already and come out with me!"
Hashirama continued enthusiastically, "Let me tell you, the Hyuga Clan has been holding a competition these past two days. It's really interesting! Let's go take a look together."
Only then did Madara slowly put down the document in his hand. He let out a soft sigh and said helplessly, "Sigh, if I'd known being Hokage was this exhausting, I should've let you take this troublesome job."
Madara Uchiha had become Hokage in this world, and the long-term desk work had added a touch of maturity and gentleness to his once violent demeanor.
Seeing the faint exhaustion on Madara's face, Hashirama Senju could not help feeling moved.
He slowly said, "Ever since we founded the village, you've really been far too busy." His words carried a hint of heartache for Madara Uchiha.
Then Hashirama Senju continued, "Up to now, we've had far too few chances to spar."
There seemed to be a trace of regret in his tone, as though he were recalling those fierce clashes from the past.
However, Hashirama Senju also understood that although founding the village had reduced the rivalry between many