As the sun sets, the evening glow spreads across the vast sky like molten gold.
After experiencing the unprecedented baptism of war, the entire Konohagakure ushered in the first day of its complete rebirth in this soft and warm golden-red afterglow!
On the streets, the houses that had been damaged by Orochimaru's subordinates had been completely repaired.
A gentle breeze swept by, carrying away the last trace of the scorched, bloody smell, replacing it with the fresh fragrance of renovated earth and the clean scent of natural wood.
Throughout the streets and alleys, the Iron Fist Chamber of Commerce's enormous, gilded signboard gleamed on every street corner.
The once narrow and dark alleyways were all widened, and the fertile fields and houses that had been illegally seized by old nobles such as Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura were all distributed to war orphans and civilian families.
Laughter and cheers filled the air in front of Konoha Hospital.
Civilian wounded soldiers who had long had to postpone treatment due to lack of money now enjoy free, high-quality medical care under Tsunade's new policies, and Earth Flow high spirits.
What's even more astonishing is the transformation of the village's major wealthy families.
The gates to the Uchiha Clan's compound were now wide open, and there were no longer any Anbu Ninja lurking in the shadows.
Shedding their former gloom and arrogance, the Konoha Military Police Force even took to the streets to help disaster-stricken civilians move bricks and tiles to repair their homes.
At the clan meeting, Fugaku publicly announced that the Uchiha Clan would henceforth fully integrate into the village's commercial development, no longer seeking special privileges, but only seeking to establish themselves honestly and fairly through their own abilities.
The Hyuga Clan's compound was in complete uproar.
The main gate of the Main Family was demolished, and the foreheads of the Branch Family's Byakugan youths were now smooth and clean, with no more talismans covering them.
Facing the sunlight, they proudly raised their heads, daring to laugh and chat freely in the street for the first time without any restraint.
Akimichi Clan's century-old secret recipe barbecue restaurant has opened eight branches, all of which are packed with customers.
The rich, overpowering aroma of the sauce and meat wafted through every corner of Konoha on the Natsuhi evening breeze.
"Have you heard? The Senju the Great has brought in another thousand tons of top-grade sea beast meat from overseas today, and every genin in the Genin two catties for free!"
"Oh my, this life is like a dream! Back when the Third generations of our family were still alive, we had to calculate for ages just to buy a bag of Kunai, but now we have meat to eat every single meal!"
"Not only are there meats to eat, but they even built houses that are fireproof and shatterproof, made of Black Iron Wood. I tried hitting one with a hammer yesterday, and the hammer chipped, but the wall didn't even leave a mark!"
"Although that Senju the Great has a bit of a temper and acts a bit like a bandit, he really does give money and protect his own people!"
The taverns and teahouses were filled with the boisterous sounds of commoners and lower-ranking ninjas clinking glasses in celebration.
All suspicion, defensiveness, internal strife, and corruption vanish in the face of absolute strength and abundant wealth.
Konoha is displaying a vibrant energy and terrifying cohesion unlike anything it has ever shown since its founding!
In front of the Hokage Rock ruins, at the top of the towering water storage dam.
The evening wind howled, stirring up ripples in the reservoir below.
Senju Kenya arms, his floral shorts fluttering in the wind, and his black " Iron Fist " cloak billowing behind him.
His bronze-colored muscles, honed by Armament Haki, gleamed with a dark, metallic sheen under the glow of the sunset.
Kenya held the white jade pipe in his mouth and slowly exhaled a puff of bluish-white smoke.
His expression was languid and carefree, yet he possessed an unparalleled and domineering Haki that seemed to swallow mountains and rivers and make him the only one worthy of respect.
Half a step to his side.
Tsunade wore a brand-new red Hokage hat and a wide divine robe, standing side by side with her arms crossed.
That bright and handsome face carried a sense of ease and relief that he hadn't felt in many years.
Her long, golden hair was whipped up by the strong winds at the top of the dam, flying amidst the setting sun.
Looking down along the wide, flat concrete embankment of the dam.
"You bastard Sasuke! Don't underestimate me! I, Naruto Uzumaki, am going to run ten more laps than you today!"
"Hmph, you arrogant loser, your steps are so weak, if you're so capable, then don't drop the heavy log you're carrying!"
Two young figures, sweating profusely, were gritting their teeth and fiercely competing on the circular track of the concrete embankment.
Naruto's bare, dark forearms were soaked with sweat, and his orange tracksuit was already drenched in sweat.
A hard Black Iron Wood log, as thick as a water vat and weighing hundreds of kilograms, was firmly tied to his shoulder!
After being mentally shaken and taught a lesson by Kenya, the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox inside Naruto became as docile as a turtle hiding its head, which allowed the enormous life potential belonging to the Uzumaki Clan within Naruto to be fully released.
Each step left a deep, wet, sweaty footprint on the hard ground.
And about half a body length to his side.
Sasuke Uchiha also soaked to the bone, his black hair plastered to his sweat-covered forehead.
He too carried a heavy Black Iron Wood, and although his eyes were exhausted, they were brighter and more fervent than ever before.
Ever since the granite cliff behind the mountain was blasted through by Kenya.
Sasuke's worldview was completely reshaped.
He no longer indulged in cold hatred and blind worship of the eyes all day long, but instead devoted himself wholeheartedly to this pure and savage physical training!
He will use his own bones and muscles to develop an unparalleled Iron Fist capable of smashing everything!
Two boys who were once irreconcilable enemies, each burdened with a cruel destiny.
Now, through pure Taijutsu training and sweating it out, they have found their true sunshine and deep bonds.
Looking down at the two small figures on the dam, chasing each other desperately, neither willing to give in.
Kenya exhaled a round smoke ring, a satisfied and gratified smile playing on his lips.
Isn't changing the world all about this moment?
There was no false indoctrination with the Will of Fire, no cruel self-sacrifice or fratricide.
Whoever has the biggest fist can create a clear sky for these young people, free from the intrigues!
"You little bastard, you've got some skills after all."
Tsunade, her beautiful eyes reflecting the setting sun and Kenya's chiseled profile, and couldn't help but chuckle and scold:
"Although your bandit-like behavior is so arrogant and troublesome, always tearing down gates and smashing walls."
"But even I had to admit while reviewing documents today that Konoha now is infinitely more pleasing to the eye than when the old man was in power."
"The major families obediently handed over their privately held defense maps, the tax rate for civilians dropped to its lowest level in thirty years, and the medical corps was more fully staffed than ever before."
Tsunade stretched, her Hokage cloak outlining her breathtakingly alluring curves:
"A secret letter arrived from Daming Prefecture today; those bloodsucking nobles were planning to use this opportunity to cut military spending."
"After hearing about your feat of shattering the Four Violet Flames Formation with a single punch at the village entrance, not only did you not dare mention budget cuts, but you also eagerly and proactively increased this year's allocation by 50%!"
"That's natural."
Kenya took off his white jade pipe and casually tapped the ash off against the hard dam railing.
He turned around and looked down at the bustling and prosperous ninja village below, and further away, the magnificent mountains and rivers of the Land of Fire.
"The rules of this world are never made through compromise and appeasement."
"Truth will always remain within the reach of my Kotetsu!"
A violent battle intent, capable of sweeping across the heavens and earth and tearing the sky apart, suddenly surged from Kenya's body!
"The mess within Konoha has been completely wiped clean as of today!"
With a swift movement, Quan Kenya unleashed a burst of jet-black Armament Haki instantly enveloped his fists!
Like two giant black hammers soaring into the sky, flashing with dazzling dark red and Conqueror's Haki lightning!
Facing the blazing sunset, he raised his fists high, pointing straight to the heavens, his furious roar like that of an ancient thunder god descending to earth, resounding throughout the heavens and earth:
From this day forward!
"Anyone who dares to touch a single blade of Konoha, I'll smash them and the entire country to dust with these Iron Fist!"
"The decadent old era has come to an end!"
"The Iron Fist of Lao Senju Kenya has only just risen!"
The unrestrained declaration echoed across the mountains and resonated throughout the world, ushering in a new era!
However.
Thousands of miles away, atop the towering mountains of the Land of Lightning, where thunder roars and clouds swirl year-round.
"Boom--!!!"
It was accompanied by a terrifying, deafening roar that shattered a giant rock.
The heavy iron door to the Raikage's Office in Kumogakure was shattered completely by a single punch!
Above the floor.
Several corpses of elite Kumogakure soldiers, stripped of their Lightning Release Armor and with their limbs smashed to pieces, were neatly laid out!
The Fourth Raikage, A, was enveloped in a surge of lightning, his muscles taut like giant rocks, his eyes bloodshot, the corners of his eyes almost torn open!
Kumogakure, the tall and raging Raikage, looking at the corpse of the elite who had been sent back to the village with broken arms and legs by Kenya, let out a deafening roar, and the curtain of Volume Three was suddenly raised!