Asking for What Was Owed

He and Tsunade were both teacher and friend to each other, but they were not companions walking the same path.

They might even clash in the future. Yuu would not regret his decision. Once he recognized a path, he would strive to make it reality. Someone who wavered from side to side could never be a qualified leader.

After leaving the hospital, the first thing Yuu needed to handle was applying for a location for a weapon shop.

In the Hokage's office, the Third Hokage was handling official duties. The front lines had made breakthrough progress recently. At the very least, after fighting for this long, it was clear that Konoha still possessed the deepest foundation among the Five Great Shinobi Villages.

First, the White Fang of the Leaf had slain powerful Sand shinobi. Then, the names of the Legendary Sannin had spread throughout the Shinobi World. Finally, Yuu was nurturing the new generation. Konoha's future was promising!

Just as the Third Hokage was envisioning that bright future, he heard a knock at the door.

"Come in."

Uchiha Yuu pushed the door open and entered. Though the war had not ended, Yuu's contributions to the battlefield had undoubtedly been immense. The Hokage showed his sincerity by inviting him to sit across from him, taking a deep drag from his pipe before saying,

"Yuu, Konoha has had your help to thank for treating so many patients lately."

"It was simply my duty."

Faced with the Third Hokage's kindly demeanor, Yuu did not dare underestimate him. The Third Hokage controlled the vast village of Konoha, and his strength was still at its peak. Even a clan as powerful as the Uchiha Clan had to temporarily bow its head before the Hokage faction.

"Lord Hokage, I came today because of the promise from