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Returning to the Hokage Office, Sasame still felt a sense of awe. To outsiders, he had only been gone for two days, but in reality, it had been three years.
"Lady Tsunade... Sasame?" Kurenai Yuhi's red lips parted slightly in surprise.
"Kurenai-san," Sasame raised an eyebrow. This was because Kurenai Yuhi wasn't wearing her usual lady's uniform with a hip-skirt, but had changed back into her previous clothes. This implication was rather obvious. Was it specifically for him to see?
Sasame showed a gentle smile and asked, "Are you that surprised to see me?"
"Because Lady Tsunade suddenly took over, I thought you might not be back so soon," Kurenai Yuhi recovered and explained. In reality, it was much more than that. Tsunade's return to power led many to speculate that Sasame might have been seriously injured in the previous battle and needed to recuperate. Although his Thousand-Armed Kannon technique was extremely terrifying, it was well known that the more powerful a ninjutsu, the greater its side effects. Such a conjecture was perfectly normal. However, seeing Sasame return safe and sound now, she immediately felt relieved. Hmm, I'll continue wearing the secretary uniform tomorrow. Since Tsunade was temporarily in charge, she felt it was a bit inappropriate, so she hadn't worn it.
"It's good that you're back," Kurenai Yuhi looked him up and down. "I'm still more accustomed to dealing with you."
"Teacher would be angry if she heard that," Sasame couldn't help but smile at her words.
"Then don't let her know," Kurenai Yuhi blinked, a hint of playfulness appearing on her face. Her demeanor suddenly gained a captivating charm.
"Of course I'll follow Kurenai-san's words," Sasame paid no mind to her jest. "Teacher will definitely not know."
"These are the alliance conditions drafted by the secretary team," Kurenai Yuhi pursed her lips, in a good mood. Her long, shapely legs took a few steps forward and placed the documents on the table.
"Hmm," Sasame opened the documents. The conditions weren't particularly numerous, but each one was quite severe.
The first condition: Gaara must remain in Konoha.
The second condition: Hand over the Hidden Sand Village's Puppet Jutsu.
The third condition: Half of the mission volume provided by the Land of Wind must be given to Konoha Village.
How to put it? With these three conditions, the Hidden Sand Village would have almost no chance of recovering. Sasame stroked his chin. The Hidden Sand Village would definitely not agree. But strength made right. After a few more negotiations, they would probably have no choice but to reluctantly agree. However, Sasame had a better idea: the Heavenly Net.
The Hidden Sand Village has so many ninjas, how can they be wasted? He could harvest both chakra and Destiny Value. Why not? There was a rule in the Ring of Destiny that controlled ninjas could not continuously produce Destiny Value. But the Heavenly Net operated through missions, making them volunteer, not controlling them.
"Who are the negotiators from the Hidden Sand Village?" Sasame looked up and asked.
"It's the Hidden Sand Village's advisor, Granny Chiyo," Kurenai Yuhi immediately replied.
Chiyo? Swimsuit? Sasame gasped, quickly shaking off the inappropriate image from his mind. Damn it! It's all those idiotic netizens from his previous life, giving him these stereotypical impressions. After Rasa and Gaara were captured, only Chiyo and Ebizō held significant prestige in the Hidden Sand Village. Sasame wasn't surprised.
"Where is Rasa now?"
"Detained by the Anbu," Kurenai Yuhi added, "Because he's the Kazekage, it's a major matter, so he wasn't held in the Konoha Maximum Security Prison." The Konoha Maximum Security Prison, or Konoha Prison, was managed by the Konoha Military Police Force. Prisons were actually quite secure. But their locations were relatively well-known, making jailbreaks by the Hidden Sand Village highly probable. Being detained by the Anbu meant that, apart from a few individuals, no one knew where he was. In terms of security, it was clearly superior.
"I want to talk to Chiyo and Rasa alone," Sasame put down the documents. "Go prepare. It'll be in the conference room, but no one else is allowed near."
"Yes," Kurenai Yuhi nodded. Although she had questions, she didn't ask. This was because Tsunade's previous order was for open negotiations, to demonstrate Konoha's victory in front of numerous Jonin. Sasame's plan was entirely opposite. However, Kurenai Yuhi knew her place. She would be loyal to whoever was the current Hokage.
"Kurenai-san, how is Yakumo Kurama doing?" Sasame suddenly remembered the little loli with the special genjutsu bloodline limit.
"She wants to become a ninja, but her body won't allow it," Kurenai Yuhi's face showed worry. "If this continues, her health will gradually deteriorate."
"You don't need to stop her," Sasame understood the root of her physical ailment. Before, he couldn't quite deal with it, but now he could solve it. Kurenai Yuhi paused, her gaze falling on his face. She had been confused, but then she remembered his powerful expression from that day and immediately felt relieved. With such strength, he should be able to cure Yakumo Kurama.
"In a couple of days, when you have time, have her come to find me," Sasame thought for a moment and said.
"Yes," Kurenai Yuhi bowed slightly, her upper body's black mesh squeezing out some flesh. Sasame was slightly startled. She had been hiding that? How could he only notice something this significant now?
Sasame leaned back in the Hokage's soft chair, watching her retreating figure, and couldn't help but stretch. He didn't actually have many ulterior motives. But as a man, looking at beautiful women was normal, right?
After Sasame relaxed for half an hour, the Hokage Office door opened again. It was Ino Yamanaka.
"Sasame-kun!" The girl's voice was bright, sounding quite youthful. Her eyes showed adoration as she continued, "Sasame-kun, you're amazing!" Ino Yamanaka was undoubtedly referring to his recent crushing defeat of the Hidden Sand Village. Girls always had a hero dream. Sasame certainly met that standard. And he was also the person she liked. Hmm, double the happiness. Being stared at with such eyes by such a beautiful young girl, Sasame also felt quite happy. He casually waved his hand and said, "It's nothing worth mentioning."
Sasame-kun truly isn't an ordinary person. Anyone else would have already been shouting it from the rooftops. Ino Yamanaka looked at him, her eyes even brighter. Hehe, the man I like. She subconsciously bit her lip and asked, "Sasame-kun, I wonder if you could take me out with you next time?" Ino Yamanaka made her move.
Sasame was a little surprised. He looked at her cute face and couldn't help but smile.
"Learning medical ninjutsu is very tedious, isn't it?"
"No, it's not," Ino Yamanaka quickly shook her head. "I believe that practical combat leads to faster progress, so I want to go on missions with Sasame-kun." Her reason was well-crafted. Sasame's gaze fell on her fair forehead. "How's your Yin Seal progress?" she asked. She had been studying medical ninjutsu with Tsunade for over three years. Sakura Haruno took three years in the original work. Even if Ino was a little slower, she should have made some progress.
"Teacher says I'm young, and my chakra accumulation speed is slower, so it will take longer," Ino Yamanaka smiled, then changed her tone. "It'll be successful in a year at most."
"It seems your medical ninjutsu level is already quite good," Sasame pondered for a moment, then nodded under her expectant gaze. "I'll take you out next time." Ino Yamanaka excitedly waved her arms. Her blonde hair flowed freely with her movements. She reached out, tucked her hair behind her ear, and said, "Thank you."
"It's nothing," Sasame smiled. "As the Hokage, how can I refuse the request of a beautiful girl?"
Beautiful girl? Ino Yamanaka's heart tightened, and she subconsciously lowered her head, her face flushed. Just then, a knock sounded. She immediately looked up in a panic. But the next moment, she froze. Why am I panicking? Ino Yamanaka took a deep breath, her slender, toned waist rising and falling slightly.
"Sasame-kun, I won't disturb you anymore." She opened the door, met Kurenai Yuhi's gaze, and then quickly left.
Ino? Kurenai Yuhi recovered. As a woman, she had already noticed the lingering blush on her face. Clearly, she liked Sasame. Thinking about it, it wasn't surprising. Sasame was simply too outstanding. Hokage, high status, strong, handsome. Which girl wouldn't be moved? Kurenai Yuhi sighed, then returned to her normal expression.
"Sasame, Granny Chiyo and Rasa are already waiting in the conference room."
"Hmm," Sasame rose and headed to the conference room. Kurenai Yuhi stopped at the door, neither entering nor leaving, but guarding the entrance. She was the Hokage's secretary and also the Hokage's guard. Standing there was perfectly reasonable.
Sasame opened the door. Chiyo and Rasa immediately stopped their conversation and fixed their gaze on him. Their expressions were different. Rasa had witnessed the True Several Thousand Hands and the Wood Golem's Great Forest. Seeing Sasame again, he remembered the situation from a few days ago, and fear naturally appeared on his face. He estimated he would never forget that horrifying scene. After the fear, came regret. If not for Danzo Shimura's instigation, how could he have harbored such inappropriate thoughts? Because under normal circumstances for the Hidden Sand Village, he would absolutely not wage war against Konoha. Damn Danzo! Rasa continuously cursed inwardly.
Although Chiyo hadn't participated in that battle, she already knew the general situation. She was more composed than Rasa. Victor and vanquished, there was nothing to say. Besides, Rasa's judgment was not at fault. The only problem was that Sasame's strength far exceeded expectations. Thinking that he was Tsunade's student, Chiyo couldn't help but feel a little emotional. The Second Great Shinobi War. The Hidden Sand Village and Konoha Village had clashed. Chiyo, at that time, was considered the strongest puppeteer and the strongest poison master. Relying on her astonishing poisons, she once caused the Hidden Sand Village to gain the upper hand. Until Tsunade appeared and completely nullified all her poisons. Coupled with Konoha's White Fang, Sakumo Hatake, killing her son and daughter-in-law. Ultimately, this led to the Hidden Sand Village's failure. Chiyo considered Tsunade her lifelong rival, always hoping for a chance to defeat her again. But she never expected her student to be even better, pushing the Hidden Sand Village to desperation. Konoha Village truly produced exceptional talents.
"Granny Chiyo, I've heard much about you," Sasame greeted with a smile. "My teacher often mentioned you." In reality, she didn't. Tsunade wouldn't bring up the Second Great Shinobi War. He was referring to his past life, where he had indeed heard much about her. Chiyo was slightly startled. She felt he was easier to talk to than she had imagined. Chiyo nodded and said, "Hokage-sama, you are young and accomplished. I am impressed."
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