Chapter 290 Questioning [asking for a monthly ticket]
Every time I see the gate of Konoha, the feeling is different for Toneri.
When I came back from the first mission, I felt like I was returning to a safe haven when I saw this gate, where I could completely relax physically and mentally.
But now when I come back and see this gate, I feel a little bit of depression, a little bit of rejection, and...a little bit of disgust.
For him, the most relaxing time was not only not in Konoha, but outside in the laboratory he built.
On the contrary, Konoha has become an existence similar to a prison, because he will feel very unfree here.
This is probably the reason why Toneri's teacher Orochimaru likes to be active outside Konoha more and more.
Putting away his true thoughts, his signature smile appeared on his face.
"It's Toneri-sama who's back!"
The ninja guarding the gate of Konoha noticed Toneri, with a little admiration and respect on his face.
"Nothing big happened during this time, right?" Toneri smiled and handed over the scroll that Sarutobi Hiruzen gave him before leaving the village. It contained proof of his leaving the village.
After a brief inspection, the other party immediately returned the scroll to Toneri.
"Big deal? I haven't heard much about it, but Minato-sama left the village with a dozen ninjas a few days ago, on some important mission." The guard said very casually.
Major events in Konoha often cannot escape the sight of the ninjas guarding the gate.
Another ninja also came up and said with a bit of gossip: "I know about this. My seventh aunt's eighth aunt's nephew's uncle works outside the Hokage's office. I heard that the Third Generation and Elder Danzo are in the office.
There was a big quarrel, and then Minato-sama went on a mission, so there must be some connection."
"Don't talk nonsense. How could the Third Generation quarrel with Elder Danzo?" The guard scolded him at the beginning.
Only then did this gossiping ninja realize that he had said something he shouldn't have said.
After looking around and seeing no one around, he breathed a long sigh of relief and smiled bitterly.
It was good for everyone, even the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen would not be so worried, but they were still a little worried about Danzo.
Toneri shook his head and smiled, "You guys should be busy, I'll hand in the mission first."
"Okay, Sir Toneri."
On the way to the Hokage's office, I also encountered several Konoha Guard members from the Uchiha clan patrolling.
Maybe it was because of Uchiha Fugaku's care, or because they knew from somewhere about the relationship between Toneri and their Uchiha clan at this time, they immediately stopped to say hello when they saw Toneri.
The Uchiha clan is proud, but they also respect and admire the strong, and Toneri's strength is enough to be recognized by them.
Regarding the Uchiha clan, Toneri also changed his views little by little.
From the first time he met Uchiha Yoshinari, he was taught a lesson by him for his arrogant and domineering appearance, and then the two became teammates, and the degree of getting along with him became higher and higher, and now he is accepted by most of the Uchiha clan.
This is a process of transformation, and it also allows Toneri to understand the mentality of the Uchiha clan.
Facing the weak, they are the arrogant Uchiha clan, because their bloodline is indeed more special, but when facing the strong, they will also show enough respect.
Just like Toner and Minato now, Tsunade, Jiraiya and Orochimaru back then, they have never disrespected each other.
It is a bit excessive to say that they bully the weak, but it is correct to say that they have a mentality of advocating the strong in their bones.
Why do they appear arrogant and domineering?
Why do you seem so arrogant?
Isn't it because in their own eyes, they themselves are the strong ones, and everyone else is weak, and if others don't give them the respect they deserve, they can only fight for it themselves.
But once they meet a strong person they recognize, they will respect him from the bottom of their hearts.
The Uchiha clan is not convinced that the Hyuga clan is as famous as them, because they feel from the bottom of their hearts that the Hyuga clan is not worthy of being compared with the Uchiha clan.
After greeting them with a gentle nod, Shiren stopped staying.
Came to the Hokage's office again.
Feel the powerful auras surrounding you.
Even during this period, Konoha's ANBU defense strength was still quite outstanding.
The moment he opened the door, Toneri felt who was inside.
"Teacher Toneri! You're back!"
What came into view were three little guys who looked a little embarrassed.
Seeing Toneri entering, uncontrollable surprise burst out on his face.
It was Metkai, Yuhi Kurenai and Sarutobi Asuma.
The expressions of the three of them all looked relatively happy, but the attentive Toneri still saw something strange on Yuan Fei Asuma's face.
With a thought in his mind, he put all the thoughts in his mind for the time being, patted Asuma and Kai on the shoulders one by one, and then touched Hong's head affectionately.
"We're all back, it's good." Toneri sighed with a smile.
Metkai and Yuhi Kurenai were the first group of young people to go to the battlefield. Asuma did not get Sarutobi Hiruzen's permission at the beginning, but later there was really no choice but to send Asma as well.
They went to the battlefield, and now all three of them are back, which shows that the battle on the front line is not that urgent.
"Toneri, you are back." At this time, Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was sitting in his seat, said, looking like he was relieved.
"Yeah." Shiren nodded.
As if seeing his slightly cold and repulsive tone, Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed silently in his heart.
"That's right, Minato went on a mission, but before he went on a mission, he told me about Kakashi. This is indeed not an easy thing to deal with. If it goes wrong, it will most likely lead to a great genius.
Just return to the ordinary.
So I'm discussing with these three little guys whether we can make room for Kakashi.
only..."
Sarutobi Hiruzen's smile looked a little helpless.
Shiren nodded, understanding.
To be honest, whether it is Asuma, Kai or Kurenai, they are all his recognized disciples, and Kakashi can only be regarded as a relatively close person, and he does not want to see himself risking his life for Kakashi.
The three disciples vacated this so-called..."position".
"My advice to Minato is to form a new team, not..."
"I know, I know... It's just that after we discussed it for a while, we still feel that Kakashi, who has become a Jonin, has no suitable person to team up with him." Sarutobi Hiruzen also expressed that he had no choice about this.
Kakashi's talent and ability, as well as Nuxin's demonstrated strength, have become opportunities that restrict him from having more choices.
"Originally, my intention was to let Asuma withdraw temporarily and let me teach him personally. After all, they are already chuunin.
But...he doesn't want to..."
"Old man, how old are you? How can your teaching ability be comparable to that of Teacher Shiren?
I know Kakashi very well, and I sympathize with his experience, but this does not mean that I have to give up my teacher and make room for him in the so-called 'position'."
Sarutobi Asuma also did not give in at all.
If we just let it go at the beginning, how is it possible for him to withdraw now?
Besides, Kurenai Yuhi is also in Toneri's team.
"Okay, let me handle this matter. Sandai, please leave Kakashi to me, and I will handle the rest." Toneri said.
No matter who is asked to quit, it's not fair, whether it's Asuma, Gai or Yuhi Kurenai, it's not fair.
Then the only way is to find another way.
Hearing Toneri say this, Sarutobi Hiruzen was slightly startled, then nodded after hesitating for a moment.
"good."
Immediately afterwards, he looked at Asma and the other three and said to them: "You guys should go back first. You just came back from the battlefield. Take a good rest."
The three of them nodded.
Before they walked out of the office, Toneri suddenly stopped them, "It's rare that everyone is free today. I'm going to treat everyone to a meal. Kai, go and call Kakashi and ask him to come with you."
"Okay, Teacher Toneri!"
Kai showed his signature smile, and his teeth were still so bright.
After confirming that all three people had left, Toneri looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen again.
The two looked at each other in silence for a while, without speaking.
In the end, it was Hiruzen Sarutobi who broke the calm.
"I thought..."
"You think I can't come back?" Before Hiruzen Sarutobi could finish his words, Toneri interrupted him and asked.
Although he was interrupted, he really wanted to say this.
He nodded slightly.
Toneri chuckled lightly, "Ha... If Uncle Third Generation is really so worried, you shouldn't have asked me to go out and do tasks for him."
He didn't believe that Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't know what kind of character Danzo was. There was such an obvious conflict between the two, so it was not impossible for him to take the opportunity to kill himself.
And based on the relationship between Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen, even if he died, Danzo would only receive a little punishment at most, and after a period of time, he would be safe and sound.
Then your death will really be in vain.
In other words, Sheren's strength is strong enough. If he were replaced by someone with average strength, he wouldn't be able to come back this time.
"What happened on this mission? I asked Danzo and he didn't tell me. None of the root members who went out with him this time came back."
Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't ask much about how Danzo handled the relationship with Iwagakure.
Because that's how the two of them work together.
"In the Country of Rain, Danzo united with Hanzo, the leader of the Rain Hidden Village in the Country of Rain, and gathered dozens of ninjas to ambush a new force in the Country of Rain, an organization called 'Akatsuki'." Toneri said calmly.
"dawn?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi had never heard of the name of this organization.
Toneri nodded and continued: "It's a pity that they miscalculated the strength of the leader of the Akatsuki organization. They thought that they could make the opponent submit by grasping the opponent's weakness. Unfortunately, the terrifying strength that exploded killed all the ninjas in an instant.
Kill, rain ninja and root ninja.
In the end, only Hanzo and Danzo survived, and they probably didn’t know that I survived by luck.”
Sarutobi Hiruzen thought the same thing when he saw Danzo coming back alone, so the words of the guard at the Konoha gate just now were not nonsense, but Sarutobi Hiruzen and Danzo really had a quarrel.
Of course Sheren knew the reason for their quarrel.
But here's the problem.
If it were someone else, he might feel that Toneri was so important in Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart that he would even quarrel with Danzo over him.
But if you think about it more deeply, if Toneri really died, would Sarutobi Hiruzen, the Hokage, have a quarrel with Danzo?
quarrel?
It seems very heavy, but compared with a person's life, it is not worth mentioning at all.
If Toneri really didn't come back, how would Sarutobi Hiruzen deal with Danzo?
It is estimated that at most it will be the same as when Hatake Sakumo died, and Nebe and Danzo will be banned for a period of time.
It's so ironic sometimes.
It was precisely because of Sarutobi Hiruzen's repeated indulgences that Danzo became more and more unscrupulous.
And his behavior is also the reason why Toneri feels more and more chilling.
If he didn't know, forget it. If he knew he might be harmed and it was just a quarrel, then who would be the next victim?
Sarutobi Hiruzen also felt the indifference and rejection of Toneri, and he also knew the reason.
But...some things cannot be solved by knowing the reasons.
Sarutobi Hiruzen stood up, walked to the huge window in the Hokage's office, and waved to Toneri.
After hesitating for a moment, Shiren walked over.
Looking at Toneri who was standing next to him, who was much taller than him, Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was gradually getting age spots, wrinkled his face and smiled.
Looking at the bustling Konoha, taking a deep breath of the fresh air of Konoha, it seems that all the troubles have disappeared.
"Every time when I am full of confusion or distress, as long as I stand here and take a look at Konoha today, I feel that all the pressure on my body has disappeared, and I will not feel tired when I get back to work."
Toneri didn't reply, just looked at Konoha silently.
Although the streets at this time looked a little depressed due to the war, from these shops and decorations, we can imagine how prosperous Konoha was during peacetime.
After sighing, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Toneri, looked directly into his eyes, and said sincerely:
"Toneri, I know that you are full of resentment in your heart, and I also know that you have a lot of resentment towards me and Danzo.
I want to thank you for putting up with it instead of breaking out.
Some things, if you think about it from your point of view, are indeed unfair, and the treatment you receive is unfair.
As I get older, I can clearly feel that I am becoming more and more indecisive, and my choices on many things are not as decisive as before, which also resulted in some of my power being taken away by Danzo..."
At this time, what Sarutobi Hiruzen said was indeed coming from his heart, and Toneri could clearly feel it.
He was touched, but only touched.
"You are old, Sandai." Toneri said softly with his hands on the fence of the window.
Sarutobi let out a long sigh, "That's right... I'm getting old, and I can no longer assume such an important position as Hokage, and I can no longer bear the responsibility and pressure that is heavier than a mountain."
He continued, "However, in this war, let me help you and contribute to Konoha."
"Iwagakure Village has already started negotiations?" Toneri said suddenly.
"Um?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Toneri with a calm expression in surprise.
Only a few people know about this matter so far.
Toneri smiled and shook his head, "I didn't get the news from somewhere, it was just a guess.
During this period, the battlefield at Iwagakure Village was not active, and both sides were restrained. However, Danzo's roots were extremely active during this period, and were mainly concentrated in the Land of Rain, the Land of Grass, and the Land of Taki.
The area, I was just guessing at first, but after seeing the look on your face, Uncle Third Generation, I almost confirmed it."
"As expected of you, Minato is still a little behind compared to you in this aspect." Sarutobi Hiruzen smiled helplessly.
"I actually don't care about these."
Hearing Toneri say this, Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't know what to say.
After a moment, he spoke again, "Toneri...for my sake, can the matter between you and Danzo be revealed like this?"
Toneri did not give an answer immediately, but continued to look at Konoha.
"How did he say?"
"I will convince him!" Sarutobi Hiruzen responded immediately.
"Then the matter with Uncle Sakumo is over like this?" Toneri turned around and stared directly at Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Looking at his eyes, Sarutobi Hiruzen opened his mouth, not knowing what to say, and froze on the spot.
"Ha..." Toneri chuckled again and slowly shook his head.
After all, Danzo is a very special person to Sarutobi Hiruzen, so special that he can override some of Konoha's special rules.
"I will give you an explanation, give Kakashi an explanation, and give an explanation to all the ninjas in Konoha.
Just... we have to wait until this war is over."
Sarutobi Hiruzen seemed to have made some important decision and looked at Toneri with a slight pleading.
After all, he is indeed old now.
"Tell him to stop sending people to monitor me and my cattery, otherwise I can't guarantee whether he will do anything extraordinary."
Toneri's words allowed Sarutobi Hiruzen to find the steps.
"no problem!"
Finally, Toneri stepped on the window sill.
"Uncle Third Generation, say something arrogant.
Neither you nor Danzo are suitable for important responsibilities now.
You are too emotional and turn a blind eye to Danzo who has repeatedly violated the rules, or you are punished loudly and lightly, which will make many people feel chilled.
And Danzo has caught on to this in you and acted more and more unscrupulously.
I'll just ask a few questions.
Do you know how many ninjas there are in Danzo's roots now? How many jonins and chunins are among them?
Do you know what Genbu is doing now besides the mission of Iwagakure? To what extent?
Do you know how many people around you are controlled by Danzo? How many people are controlled by you?
I guess someone will tell Danzo truthfully what you had for lunch and what you had for dinner every day.
After all...are you Hokage?! Or Danzo?!"
As soon as the voice fell, Toneri jumped down from the window.
Looking at Toneri leaving, thinking about the question he asked in his mind, Hiruzen Sarutobi froze on the spot.
Because he really couldn't answer any of Sheren's questions.
"It seems that the root is still too indulgent. Even if it is handed over to the next Hokage, it will be a mess..."
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