Chapter 153 recalls the terror of being taught by the teacher back then.
However, the five great ninja villages fought each other, resulting in a significant reduction in their strength, which meant that even the last bit of potential threat was gone.
"Capture all the tailed beasts, revive the Divine Tree, and realize the Eye of the Moon Plan..."
Madara murmured, his expression weak but his eyes very firm.
However, he didn't notice that Black Zetsu, whom he had always believed to be an extension of his will, was watching him with a strange gaze...
...
Souji and his party returned to the Land of Fire.
To avoid appearing too arrogant, Souji thought for a moment and decided to dispel the summoning jutsu, allowing Tenryu to return to Dragon Island, while the others remained outside Konoha.
After all, carrying such a powerful force can demonstrate one's strength.
Still, it carries too much of a demonstrative meaning, which can easily lead to misunderstandings and make it difficult to speak calmly.
If it were someone else, they might be more inclined to use force to intimidate, prepared to use force to overwhelm all opponents at the slightest disagreement.
However, he does not intend to do so.
Imposed goodwill is no different from malice.
If Hashirama and Tobirama are even invited, and the people of Konoha still refuse to support him, then there's nothing that can be done.
There's no need to follow Madara's example and forcefully push through the Eye of the Moon Project to achieve what he considers eternal peace.
If they can't even get support in Konoha, then they can't even get support from the entire ninja world.
This means the ninja world is destined to be this way; if it refuses to change, it can only continue in a long period of chaos.
Only Hashirama and Tobirama went to Konoha with Souji.
When they arrived at the gates of Konoha, their eyes were filled with nostalgia.
Hashirama sighed:
"The village is much bigger now than it was when I was there!"
Tobirama nodded and said:
"The monkeys' management skills are quite good.
It seems that choosing him to become Hokage and entrusting Konoha to him back then has not disappointed me."
"The Third Hokage did a great job developing Konoha.
Despite the constant attacks from the other four great ninja villages, Konoha remained the strongest ninja village and cultivated many outstanding talents.
This was no easy feat."
Souji chatted with the two of them with a smile.
Although some problems did arise under the rule of the Third Hokage, given the Hokage's low level of knowledge and culture, it was simply unavoidable.
Overall, the Third Hokage's contributions to Konoha far outweighed his faults.
The two ninjas guarding the gate were surprised to see Souji appear.
"Lord Mochizuki?"
Souji smiled slightly at the two of them, said nothing more, and led Hashirama and Tobirama into Konoha.
The two gatekeeper ninjas looked at each other in bewilderment.
It's all right that the Souji suddenly came back.
Although the Souji's situation is a bit special now, it's nothing. In any case, it's a matter for the higher-ups, and it has nothing to do with them who are just gatekeepers.
However, the two people traveling with them were simply too much for them to ignore.
Those two were dressed exactly like the First and Second Hokage!
Lord Mochizuki brought these two people back to the village—what is he planning to do?!
Their first reaction was to stop them, but considering their own status and strength, they ultimately did not dare to act, and instead immediately sent a message to the Hokage to report.
The Hokage was in a meeting with a group of Konoha officials to discuss important matters when he suddenly received news that Souji had returned to the village, which surprised him.
After considering for a while, the Hokage decided to include Souji in the meeting, so he sent out an Anbu ninja to summon Souji.
Not only Kirigakure, but also news about the Raikage has recently reached Konoha.
After doing all these things, Souji suddenly returned to the village... he must have some plans.
The Hokage decided to clarify everything at this meeting, which brought together many of Konoha's high-ranking officials.
As he entered the village, Hashirama looked at the prosperous and peaceful scene within Konoha and nodded repeatedly, clearly quite satisfied.
As Souji and the two walked and talked, they soon encountered the ANBU ninjas sent by the Hokage.
Upon learning that the Hokage had asked him to attend the meeting, he naturally did not object.
It couldn't be better, since they were supposed to meet Hashirama and Tobirama anyway.
The ANBU ninja, however, also paused slightly upon seeing Hashirama and the other two.
What's going on with these two people who look exactly like the First and Second Hokage?
However, since Souji calmly led the two towards the Hokage Building, the Anbu member hesitated repeatedly but ultimately did nothing.
On the way to the Hokage Building, Souji asked with some curiosity:
"Second Generation Lord, when you meet your students later, what methods will you use to convince them that you are the real person?
"method?"
Tobirama snorted coldly and replied casually:
"No method is needed.
I just need to speak, and they will naturally understand that I am the real person."
"Ah, this..."
Souji was at a loss for words.
Is it really that simple and crude?
Tobirama didn't say much, and it seemed that he didn't take the matter to heart at all, nor did he consider it a problem.
The three of them walked to the conference room in the Hokage Building.
The moment the door opened, everyone turned their gaze toward Souji.
Although the gazes directed at the Souji were not exactly hostile, they were clearly wary and suspicious.
However, when everyone saw Hashirama and Tobirama, their eyes immediately filled with doubt.
The appearance of Hashirama and Tobirama was so sudden that even these seasoned Konoha leaders were momentarily stunned.
Danzo was the first to react; a glint of joy flashed in his eyes.
For some unknown reason, Mochizuki Souji had someone dress up as the two Hokage.
Such behavior is a serious insult to the two Hokage, especially to the Konoha leaders, who, as students of the Second Hokage, find this the most unforgivable thing.
Bang!
Danzo slammed his hand on the table, stood up, and said in a cold, deep voice:
"Mochizuki Souji! You've caused such a huge mess for the village, and you still have the nerve to come back!"
"We were discussing what to do with you, and your return is just in time, that's all..."
Danzo looked at Hashirama and Tobirama, his gloomy face showing some anger.
"You had someone dress up as the two previous Hokage.
I don't know what you mean by that, but it's clearly an insult to the two Hokage."
"You'd better explain yourself right now, otherwise..."
The Hokage and several advisors, including Mitokado, glanced at Danzo but did not stop him.
Although Danzo often contradicted others and caused trouble, what he said at this moment was indeed in line with theirs.
They will definitely not let this behavior, which is suspected of insulting the two Hokage, go unexplained.
In fact, it wasn't just them; everyone else in the meeting room, although not disciples of the two Hokage, had always held the Hokage in the highest esteem, and no one could tolerate any insult to the Hokage.
However, I must say, these two really did a convincing job...
Especially the Second Hokage; when they met his gaze, several high-ranking Konoha officials who had once been his students felt a slight tremor in their hearts.
I'm reminded once again of the terror I felt under my teacher's tutelage back then...
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