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　Ye Chen is now on Konoha's side, which gives them a significant advantage on the battlefield, almost like having an extra tailed beast compared to other ninja villages.

　To know

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　On the battlefield, Konoha Rasetsu could tear apart the Five-Tails Jinchuriki with her bare hands; her combat power was terrifying.

　But what if Ye Chen doesn't follow their instructions? Ye Chen's current strength is completely out of control; he's a true Shadow-level fighter, and the young man has his own ideas.

　Unlike Konoha's White Fang, who obeyed orders! If Ye Chen refused to follow orders, they really had no way to force him to do anything! Hiruzen Sarutobi thought about it; the reason White Fang served Konoha was because he was willing to sacrifice his life.

　The most fundamental reason is his roots: Konoha, where he can marry and have children. So, should he try to matchmake Ye Chen with him, using family ties to bind Ye Chen together? Hmm, it has to be said, that's quite a good idea. But will Ye Chen agree? He's still very young; we'll have to wait at least five years. Time, perhaps! After a moment of contemplation and silence, Hiruzen Sarutobi said, "Let's continue to observe and wait. Little Ye Chen still has a sense of belonging to Konoha. Besides, Tsunade and Kushina are people he cares about. Just relax, Danzo, stop being so suspicious."

　"Sarutobi! You're still naive!"

　Danzo couldn't help but shout, a cold glint in his eyes. In his view, a ninja possessing Hokage-level or even surpassing Hokage-level power was absolutely intolerable.

　If the Hokage can't control the village, is he still the Hokage? The rules he sets are just empty words! It's a joke.

　"Ye Chen's existence is already a fuse, it could ignite at any moment."

　"Stop talking! Even if you want to do something now, are you sure you can succeed? If you do it and fail, it will inevitably provoke Ye Chen's fierce resistance, which would be counterproductive!"

　Hiruzen Sarutobi turned to Danzo, interrupting him in a deep voice, and said seriously, "Besides, judging from Yoru's current record, even if he doesn't obey orders, as long as he remains in Konoha, he will be a huge deterrent to the other ninja villages, just like a tailed beast! Are you in such a hurry to deal with him? Besides, Yoru has already told me that he is not interested in power."

　"Don't talk about his affairs anymore, keep your own people in check."

　Hiruzen Sarutobi's words made Danzo's expression turn gloomy and uncertain, and for a moment it was unclear what he was thinking.

　"Sarutobi, no matter what, you must remember that you are the Hokage, the Hokage of Konoha."

　After a long silence, Danzo, his expression icy cold, spoke in a deep voice to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

　He was indeed being extreme, and he also noticed that old Sarutobi was a bit angry.

　"I know, it's because I'm the Hokage that I have to consider many things, Danzo."

　Hiruzen Sarutobi said, a look of helplessness on his face.

　Danzo remained indifferent, his face cold as he said, "Actually, I'm here to remind you that if Ye Chen asks you for the Book of Sealing to cultivate with, quickly find an excuse to refuse. We can't let him continue like this; we must keep him in check."

　Hiruzen Sarutobi remained silent, unsure of what to say.

　Ye Chen had just taken the Book of Sealing away; one left immediately, and the other arrived right after.

　"You didn't already give it to him, did you?"

　Danzo, being a cunning old fox, immediately noticed that Sarutobi was acting strangely.

　"Uh, the Hokage should keep his word!"

　Hiruzen Sarutobi said apologetically.

　It's the complete version.

　Danzo asked again

　"Um"

　Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded

　!!!

Chapter 290 Hiruzen Sarutobi: Actually, I'm pretty strong.

　This content was first published here (second update).

　The complete, complete version of the Scroll of Sealing Techniques! The culmination of the wisdom of all the Hokage, the most terrifying ninjutsu recorded in the current ninja world! Just like that, Danzo coughed up blood, and Hiruzen Sarutobi was embarrassed! "It can't be that bad, Danzo! The Scroll of Sealing Techniques is incredibly profound. Giving it to Yoruichi isn't really a big deal. Relax, be more magnanimous."

　Hiruzen Sarutobi offered words of comfort.

　In truth, he regretted it. He had given the Book of Seals to Ye Chen on a whim, and it was the original, unaltered version.

　His original intention was to build a good relationship with Ye Chen and keep him in Konoha.

　In his mind, techniques are static, but people are dynamic; therefore, Ye Chen is of greater importance.

　But people are made of flesh and blood. Danzo kept whispering in his ear every day, saying bad things about Ye Chen and making threats. Gradually, he lost his composure and started to panic.

　Especially during this meeting, Ye Chen's growth was truly beyond expectations.

　"You handle it yourself! Sarutobi, I'm not going to interfere anymore!"

　Danzo was so angry his blood pressure rose. "The Scroll of Seals is given to me so easily," he thought, "what can I do?" With that, he strode away, flicking his sleeves in frustration.

　Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head as he watched Danzo's retreating figure, then looked down at the window again, his expression somewhat complicated.

　Things have indeed taken an unexpected turn. It's troublesome. If Ye Chen had been born in Konoha and were a member of Konoha, the stronger he was, the better. He could even have become the Fourth Hokage, given his impeccable lineage.

　However, Ye Chen was not born in Konoha and has no blood ties to Konoha.

　Despite Ye Chen's upbringing in Konoha and his numerous military achievements, this very issue prevents him from becoming the Hokage of Konoha, much less wielding power! Ultimately, the bond of the Will of Fire in Konoha is maintained through the master-disciple relationship within clans.

　It's actually quite similar to the royal succession system in ancient times! Hiruzen Sarutobi has always been: giving Yoruichi a high position, recognizing his potential, and believing he will definitely be a pillar of Konoha in the future.

　What was unexpected was that Ye Chen's growth rate was like leaping up a ladder, much like the Uchiha clan awakening the Sharingan, with each evolution increasing his strength by a significant margin.

　Suddenly, he grew to a level that was difficult for him to control.

　However, as Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi's tolerance of Danzo's initial rejection ultimately stemmed from his confidence in his own abilities.

　Even if Ye Chen could defeat the Tsuchikage and Kazekage at this moment, and overpower the Five-Tails Jinchuriki, he still wouldn't be enough compared to the Hokage of Konoha! Of the five great ninja villages, Konoha has the strongest foundation! Hiruzen Sarutobi is at the peak of his strength and is a rare master of all five elemental ninjutsu. As Hokage, he also possesses many unknown ninjutsu and summoning techniques! In the original work, there is very little description of Hiruzen Sarutobi because he is introduced as an old man.

　In his memories, Hiruzen Sarutobi once blasted the berserk Nine-Tails away with a single blow, demonstrating his extraordinary taijutsu! As for mastering a technique like the Corpse Sealing Technique, he could seal away anyone he caught.

　Furthermore

　After being resurrected through the Impure World Reincarnation, Hiruzen Sarutobi actually displayed some of his true strength. He could briefly contend with the Wood Release: Wood Human Technique, the Top Transformed Buddha, and the True Several Thousand Hands, all of which were the First Hokage's signature techniques, undoubtedly possessing Kage-level power! Even in his Impure World Reincarnation state with unlimited chakra, Hiruzen Sarutobi could still fight back against that attack. Although his five chakra nature transformations hadn't fused into any bloodline limit, the ninjutsu he unleashed was still incredibly powerful.

　At this point, Hiruzen Sarutobi was definitely at his peak. Although he couldn't have unlimited chakra, his chakra reserves were still extremely high, and his strength was indeed unfathomable.

　Even if he's still at the peak of the Kage level, he's still the strongest among those at the peak of the Kage level, and might even be on the verge of becoming a Super Kage.

　Danzo's Place

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　He was always one step ahead of Hiruzen Sarutobi, not only because Hiruzen was more ruthless in his methods, but also because of his fundamentally superior strength.

　Hiruzen Sarutobi was contemplating the worst-case scenario: if Yoruichi were to do something detrimental to Konoha, he would personally end that mistake.

　Of course, we'll try our best to prevent such a thing from happening! To that end, we need to make Ye Chen feel at home, so we'll find him a wife first, to keep him calm.

　Throughout the night, the contents of the Book of Seals flashed back in his mind, and Ye Chen studied and analyzed techniques such as Impure World Reincarnation and Corpse Reincarnation.

　However, in reality, it's practically useless! This type of ninjutsu requires actual practice and extensive human experimentation; simply watching without actually performing it is pointless.

　Orochimaru, in order to master the Impure World Reincarnation and Undying Reincarnation techniques, secretly conducted countless human experiments, resulting in the deaths of countless people.

　Great and incredible power must be built in areas incomprehensible to normal people.

　The night passed quickly.

　For Ye Chen, it was simply a matter of closing and opening his eyes! Dawn was breaking, and daybreak was approaching.

　His body's instincts compelled Ye Chen to move, taking advantage of the beautiful morning light to exercise and improve his strength.

　“Squeak!”

　Pushing open the door, Ye Chen was stunned, an expression of disbelief appearing in his eyes.

　In his gaze, bathed in the morning sunlight, a small, somewhat frail-looking figure appeared.

　"Night Star"

　Kushina looked at the person who had appeared before her, the person she had longed for day and night, with excitement that words could not describe.

　During the days Ye Chen was away, she would pass by his cabin almost every morning, always hoping to see him come out one day. And today, that wish came true.

　Am I dreaming?!

　Kushina murmured to herself, almost weeping with joy, her body trembling and her heart racing.

　Upon seeing this scene, Ye Chen was slightly moved. After a moment's thought, he understood the whole story.

　Three years have passed, and Konoha Village is no different from what it was three years ago.

　But the people inside have changed quite a bit! Especially Kushina, who has undoubtedly changed dramatically compared to three years ago! First of all, she's much taller and more slender, with striking red hair and a long red dress, exuding youthful energy, beautiful and radiant.

　"Hi!"

　"Long time no see, Kushina!"

　A faint smile appeared on Ye Chen's cold face. This smile was like the winter sun, warming people's hearts and melting even the coldest ice.

　Kushina laughed too, a silly laugh.

　Everything is understood without words; we are of one mind.

　"This is a bento I made, Ye Chen."

　In front of the cabin, the two sat side by side. Kushina took out a pink bento she had made herself; she had made two of them every day for the past three years as a habit.

　Today, its owner finally returned.

　"Thank you"

　Ye Chen didn't stand on ceremony; the scene was exactly the same as three years ago, with nothing changed.