Sealing

Half a year passed peacefully in this way.

In the backyard of the Senju Ancestral Home, a group of people gathered.

"Teacher, is it really not possible to stay? Eiji said that you can exist in the Shinobi World for a long time now. Konoha is already on the decline. After what happened with Danzo, I really..."

The Third Hokage looked regretful. Eiji thought that from this point of view Third was still a good Hokage, at least he didn't covet power.

"Haha, don't worry too much. Everyone dies eventually. We are all spirits of the past. It's not good to keep interfering in the World of the Living."

I am already very satisfied to have witnessed the Village's prosperity in its final days, but if I stay, the young people will not have the opportunity.

The Village's theory of the Will of Fire is quite good, it's just a pity that Danzo failed to grasp its true meaning.

Tsunade complained, "Grandpa, you owe me five million in gambling money, and you're just going to walk away like this?"

Hashirama immediately retorted, his face darkening, "Little Tsuna... how dare you tell me that? You took all my treasured bonsai and the swords in my house to pay off your debts."

Upon hearing this, Tsunade to the side, not intending to respond.

"Oh, and... before I leave, I have to mention something about family matters." Hashirama first looked at Tsunade with a complicated expression, then leaned closer to Mito and whispered, "Although it's a bit early to say this, Little Tsuna really needs to hurry up and find a man. You know, her Bride Training yet."

Mito rolled her eyes at Hashirama, her tone tinged with displeasure. "It's all your fault. Tsunade may not have learned anything else, but she certainly picked up a gambling habit."

Hashirama scratched his head and awkwardly retreated.

Tobirama spoke up, reminding them, "Monkey, Eiji, keep a close eye on that white thing. Although we can't find them in the Village, Nine-Tails's senses should be able to detect them. You know how to use that power."

Eiji, Hyuga the Three Great Families with the Uchiha is a good decision. Even if your descendants cannot inherit your eyes, they will most likely be able to learn your Medical Ninjutsu called "Reverse Cursed Technique" in the Future. In the Future, the Ryūzaki Clan can become a solid rear force for the Village.

Eiji nodded. He wasn't sure if his descendants would inherit the Six Eyes, but they would most likely possess Cursed Energy. Becoming Medical Ninja would be a good career path, and it might even lead to an unbreakable alliance with the Uchiha and Hyuga.

Also, although you are strong enough to suppress the Uchiha Clan, you should be careful of their eyes.

The Mangekyō Sharingan, born from drastic emotional changes, is extremely dangerous; under no circumstances should the Uchiha be allowed to side with the enemy.

It seems the Uchiha and Hyuga want your support through a marriage alliance. You need to think this through. Your power suppresses the Village's powerful clans, so remember to give Civilian Ninjas more opportunities. We can't let this situation allow the Village to fall back into a state of clan rule.

Before Eiji could respond, Tobirama leaned closer and whispered, "Don't feel too guilty. It's not unusual for the First Generation, who founded the ninja clan, to have multiple wives. If you really get Kushina's consent, then we'll entrust Tsunade to your care. She's the only thing my brother and I can rely on in this world."

Eiji: "...?"

Tobirama didn't say much to Eiji, but instead stood next to Hashirama.

Tsunade blushed deeply; she could guess what they were talking about just by looking at Eiji's expression.

Her Second Grandpa had already discussed this matter with her, but she kept making excuses. She never expected him to talk to Eiji directly.

I wonder what Eiji's attitude is. If he really agrees in the future, won't I have to call Eiji my husband? (Danna-sama)

Should I also secretly start Bride Training again?

Tsunade glanced at Eiji's face, then her gaze involuntarily drifted downwards, her cheeks flushing.

"There's one more thing. Logically speaking, the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki needs to stay within the Village's barrier, otherwise there's a risk of it going out of control. But I know that given your personality, you would definitely not agree to that. I only have one piece of advice: think things through before you act, and don't give the Nine-Tails any opportunity."

"As expected of the Second Hokage, you can't hide this from me after all," Eiji said with a shrug.

"The Senju Clan is a clan full of love. Although I don't have a lover, I can understand their suffering."

Tobirama looked at Mito, then at Kushina was still in a daze. "I hope you can find a better way out for Jinchūriki. I believe you have the talent to do it."

Hashirama spoke up, "Alright, it's getting late. We should prepare for the sealing ceremony."

The control over the Impure World Reincarnation has been lost, so they can return to the Pure Land by their own will, but this would put them at risk of being used by the enemy again.

Therefore, Tobirama spent some time working with Mito to develop a new sealing Ninjutsu, and he and Hashirama decided not to return to the Pure Land.

The soul is preserved within the body in a long slumber, and a special sealing method is used to prevent the physical body from decaying and aging.

"Eiji, thank you so much for taking care of me these past few days. The thought of not being able to eat your cooking again makes me feel a little sad." Hashirama's tone carried a hint of regret.

"It's alright. I'll invite the First Generation Leader to my wedding."

"That would be wonderful; the Village would surely prosper greatly by then. Well then, Mito... I'll take my leave now."

Mito smiled and said, "Don't worry, the Village will only get better and better."

"Farewell, young man! I've had a wonderful time these past few days, and I hope that Konoha will be revitalized under your leadership!"

Hashirama closed his eyes amidst a hearty laugh.

"Young man, never forget to be wary of malice from other Villages. If your Village encounters trouble that it can't handle, you can call my elder brother and me back. Remember that!"

"I'll try my best to resolve the trouble myself. Maybe when we meet again, the Shinobi World will be at peace."

Tobirama approval, then slowly closed his eyes.

After that, Mito and Kushina used the huge sealing cloth they had prepared to wrap Hashirama and Tobirama's bodies tightly, and then placed them in the coffin. Mito then affixed the sealing talisman she had written on to the seal to reinforce it.

After doing all this, Eiji used Sora to move the two coffins into the basement of the Senju Ancestral Home.

The two were placed into a pre-dug pit, covered with wooden planks, and finally covered with various other objects.

Having finally been given a chance to be resurrected, why did they ultimately choose to return to tranquility?

Eiji stared at the secret hiding place, now hidden by clutter, lost in thought. He knew he wouldn't have made that choice; after all, he wanted to live as long as possible.