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Konoha Village experienced its liveliest day of the year. Everyone praised Sasame's achievements. Any previous doubts vanished at this moment, replaced only by excitement, adoration, and awe. Among them, ordinary villagers felt the former two, while the major ninja clans felt the latter. Because an overly strong Hokage would inevitably lead to a decline in the clans' status and power. But they had no choice but to try to avoid conflict. The reason Hiruzen Sarutobi told the Sarutobi clan to be obedient was precisely for this. With Sasame's strength, he didn't need to show respect to any ninja clan.
While Konoha Village was bustling, the Hidden Sand Village's envoy's residence was exceptionally quiet. Chiyo's face was gloomy, and Rasa's expression was dejected. Kankuro's angry mood suddenly plummeted. He had never seen the two of them look so bad.
"I'm sorry," Rasa glanced at his son and daughter, uttering two heavy words. Kankuro and Temari were stunned. In their impression, Rasa was always serious and composed. He would never say "I'm sorry."
"I... I..." Kankuro stammered, unsure what to say.
"You don't have to be so pessimistic," Chiyo looked up, forcing a smile. "Being in Konoha isn't so bad."
"..." Kankuro and Temari exchanged glances, both seeing disbelief in each other's eyes. Konoha was indeed more prosperous, but how could it be more comfortable than being in the Hidden Sand Village? Just thinking about it, they knew. Could three prisoners of war really be respected in Konoha Village?
"We have already discussed with Konoha Village that our mission volume will not be reduced. And although you will remain in Konoha, you will retain your freedom, as long as you abide by the rules. In addition, you will be allowed to return to the Hidden Sand Village periodically," Chiyo sighed. "This is already a blessing in disguise."
Kankuro and Temari remained silent. The conditions sounded acceptable, but they didn't specify when the three of them could truly return to the Hidden Sand Village. Perhaps not until death.
"As a condition, the three of you must obey any command from Sasame," Chiyo paused. "Otherwise, the Hidden Sand Village will be affected."
"That bastard!" Kankuro couldn't help but exclaim angrily. "Isn't that a threat?" Temari looked at her naive younger brother and couldn't help but shake her head. This wasn't a threat; it was a harsh reality. With Konoha Village's and Sasame's strength, controlling the Hidden Sand Village and them would be effortless.
"Kankuro," Chiyo stood up, jumped up and patted his shoulder, saying earnestly, "Everything now is temporary. Sasame can't be Hokage forever. You are younger than him; you can outlive him."
"Ninjas must endure pain that ordinary people cannot," Rasa's expression returned to normal. "When you return, the Hidden Sand Village will be yours, including the position of Kazekage."
"Yes!" Kankuro and Temari's bodies trembled, their moods clearly recovering significantly. Things had come to this; no amount of struggling would help. Granny Chiyo was right; they were still young. Who could say what the future held? Hashirama Senju, who once dominated the ninja world, everyone thought he would live a long life, but he died young. Therefore, they would be filled with hope and wait.
"I'll take you to see Sasame," Chiyo looked at Kankuro. "Remember to maintain the proper attitude."
"I understand," Kankuro's voice trembled slightly. "Who would dare to act presumptuously in front of a monster like him?" From childhood, he had always been terrified of Gaara. Because Gaara had Shukaku, the One-Tail, inside him, he was a complete monster. But the monster he thought unbeatable seemed like a toy in front of Sasame. Temari also recalled the scene from that day, immediately feeling her body go weak and her heart pound. He was a handsome young man, but his actions were like a devil's. Although Granny Chiyo spoke well, when truly facing him, how could those comforting words work?
With various emotions, the four headed to the Hokage Office. Along the way, they received curious glances from Konoha villagers and ninjas. But they could only grit their teeth and endure. The saying "the vanquished eat dust" was never more true.
"Please come in." Kurenai Yuhi, waiting at the door, glanced at them and opened the door.
"Gaara?" Temari immediately saw a familiar figure. She quickly stepped forward and asked, "Are you okay?" Unlike Kankuro, although she also felt fear, her sibling affection took precedence. In the original story, it was through Temari that the conflict between Gaara and the Hidden Sand Village was resolved. In terms of caring for her younger brother, she was indeed a gentle older sister. And in Gaara's heart, he also felt a certain difference towards Temari. Despite being biological siblings, he could unhesitatingly attack Kankuro.
Gaara looked up at Temari, who showed concern, and said, "I'm fine." He had already witnessed Sasame's strength and naturally wouldn't humiliate himself. And most importantly, since that battle, Shukaku had stopped responding, refusing to even speak a word. Before, it would occasionally make threats, telling Gaara to let it out. Now it was so docile it seemed to not exist. Go out? There's a Hashirama Senju out there. Shukaku naturally didn't dare.
"Hokage-sama," Chiyo bowed slightly, greeting him. After Sasame nodded, she glanced at Temari and Kankuro.
"Hokage-sama," the two understood and quickly bowed in greeting, though their expressions were quite stiff.
"Welcome, the three of you, to temporarily join Konoha Village," Sasame smiled. "Don't worry, what it's like in the Hidden Sand Village, it will be the same in Konoha Village."
"Yes," Temari and Kankuro replied. Gaara remained silent. However, after being thoroughly beaten, his face no longer held an indifferent expression, but was calm. He had matured overnight.
"Now, let me introduce your squad leader," Sasame clapped his hands. Kakashi Hatake, wearing a green vest, appeared. He looked at the three of them, and a hint of trouble flashed in his dead fish eyes. These would be truly difficult to deal with. Although he did want three talented students, who would have thought they would be from the neighboring village?
"You... you are..." Chiyo's face suddenly changed, and murderous intent flashed in her eyes. But due to Sasame's presence, she didn't dare to act. Kakashi Hatake was slightly startled. What's going on? Rasa and the others, after their initial surprise, were afraid. Granny Chiyo, what are you doing? This will get people killed!
Sasame, however, remembered the reason. Sakumo Hatake, Konoha's White Fang, and Kakashi Hatake's father, had killed Granny Chiyo's son and daughter-in-law. Her reaction was perfectly normal.
"He is Kakashi Hatake, the Copy Ninja," Sasame casually introduced. "You must have heard his name, right?" Chiyo was stunned. So it wasn't Sakumo Hatake. Of course, he had already died. Justice has its source, and debt has its owner. Chiyo had no intention of taking her anger out on Kakashi Hatake. On the contrary, Sasame's arrangement was undoubtedly a sign of importance. After all, Kakashi Hatake was an elite among the Jonin. His leading the three of them meant different treatment.
"It's all according to Hokage-sama's arrangement," Chiyo felt a little scared at this moment, grateful that Sasame didn't pursue it. Otherwise, her actions just now would have been enough to drag the Hidden Sand Village back into the abyss.
"You may leave," Sasame waved his hand. After the six left, the Hokage Office returned to silence.
[Due to your actions, the fates of Kakashi Hatake, Gaara, Kankuro, and Temari have changed. You have gained a total of fifty points of Destiny Value.]
Sasame stretched. The Hidden Sand Village matter was mostly handled. Next, he would wait for Rasa and the others to return and distribute the Heavenly Net Login Devices. He imagined Ōtsutsuki Kaguya would be quite pleased. Hmm, what reward should I ask for?
"Kurenai-san," Sasame sent a message to Kurenai Yuhi using the Heavenly Net bracelet. Although it wasn't yet widespread in Konoha, he had given one to her. Mainly for convenience. Not long after, Kurenai Yuhi knocked and entered. She stood very straight in her high heels, her stockings taut, highlighting the length of her legs. Sasame openly admired them for a moment before saying, "Kurenai-san, I'm going out for a bit. Please keep an eye on things for me." Kurenai Yuhi noticed his gaze, but her expression remained unchanged as she nodded.
"You can notify me if anything urgent comes up," Sasame smiled, then disappeared in front of her using the Flying Thunder God Technique. Kurenai Yuhi sighed in relief, reached out and tugged at her stockings, a smile curving on her lips.
The Hyuga clan compound. In the courtyard, Hinata Hyuga was sparring with Hanabi Hyuga. In truth, calling it sparring wasn't quite right; it was more like instruction. After graduating early, Hinata Hyuga no longer had to go to school. But because her squad leader was the Hokage, she had few missions, so she mostly stayed at home, playing with her younger sister.
Not far away, Hiashi Hyuga watched them, feeling increasingly regretful. Hanabi Hyuga's talent was no less than Hinata Hyuga's or Neji Hyuga's. She could certainly become clan head when she grew up. But only one clan head was needed.
"Hiashi, I have an idea," Rinna Hyuga, beside him, noticed his expression and spoke. "Why don't we let Sasame take Hanabi as a sister?"
"A sister?" Hiashi Hyuga was somewhat startled, subconsciously looking at her.
"If nothing unexpected happens, Sasame and Hinata will marry. At that time, Hanabi will naturally be his sister," Rinna Hyuga showed a gentle smile. "But others don't know this. All we need to do is make it happen earlier."
Hiashi Hyuga was slightly startled by her words. That makes a lot of sense. If Sasame publicly announced that Hanabi would become his adopted sister, then the pressure would be on the Hyuga clan elders. Would giving Hanabi the Caged Bird Seal anger Sasame? With his terrifying strength, once angered, the Hyuga clan would find it difficult to bear.
"The only trouble now is whether Sasame will do this," Hiashi Hyuga's gaze swept over Hinata Hyuga and Hanabi Hyuga. "He is the Hokage, and he's currently at the height of his power. Taking Hanabi as a sister would undoubtedly be a huge benefit for the Hyuga clan."
"If it were the Third Hokage, he might not do it," Rinna Hyuga pondered for a moment. "I think, with Sasame's personality, he will help Hanabi." Hiashi Hyuga looked at her with some surprise. He hadn't expected her to have such a good impression of Sasame. When did that happen?
"Would it be better if Hinata were to say it?" Hiashi Hyuga changed his mind and asked. To be honest, he feared his future son-in-law. Especially since he had been threatened before.
"No, that's not good," Rinna Hyuga quickly shook her head. "Hinata at her age wouldn't understand these things. If you let her say it, wouldn't you be telling Sasame that you instructed her? What do you think he would think?"
"You think things through more carefully," Hiashi Hyuga was suddenly startled, then felt a little scared. Just then, a clan member rushed in from outside the door.
"Clan Head, Hokage-sama is visiting."
"I'll go immediately," Hiashi Hyuga glanced at Rinna Hyuga and quickly headed to the main entrance.
"Uncle Hiashi," Sasame greeted him proactively.
"Hokage-sama, please come in quickly," Hiashi Hyuga's face showed a slightly stiff smile. Sasame nodded and walked into the courtyard. Hinata Hyuga instinctively wanted to step forward, but realizing her parents were present, she stopped. Hanabi Hyuga, however, waved at him, calling out with a big smile, "Big Brother Sasame."
"Sasame," Rinna Hyuga stepped forward a few paces and asked, "It's rare for you to visit. Why don't you have dinner here today? Auntie will cook personally."
"Thank you, Auntie," Sasame didn't stand on ceremony. "I'll be imposing today."
"What's the trouble in that?" Rinna Hyuga's face showed a gentle smile. "You two talk slowly; I'll go cook." She turned and headed to the kitchen, taking Hinata Hyuga and Hanabi Hyuga with her.
The reception room. Hiashi Hyuga poured Sasame a cup of tea.
"Hokage-sama, is there anything specific you came for today?"
"Just a small matter," Sasame took a sip of water and asked with a smile, "Uncle Hiashi, can you show me all of the Hyuga clan's ninjutsu and secret techniques?"
Hiashi Hyuga was stunned. You call this a small matter? His face showed hesitation. Under normal circumstances, ninja clans or ninjas who joined Konoha Village would hand over the ninjutsu they learned. But the Hyuga clan did not. First, because without the Byakugan, Gentle Fist and other techniques would be greatly diminished in power. Second, it was due to the respect shown by previous Hokage to the Hyuga clan. Now, Sasame was asking for secret techniques, which put Hiashi Hyuga in a difficult position. If ninjutsu or secret techniques were known to others, even if they couldn't be learned, it would still be a blow to the Hyuga clan. If they were leaked, it would be even more troublesome.
"Uncle Hiashi, don't worry, I won't show them to outsiders," Sasame had no interest in the so-called Gentle Fist. He intended to give them to Ōtsutsuki Kaguya, then have her modify them, and finally teach them to Hinata Hyuga. In other words, the Hyuga clan would be the big winners.
Hiashi Hyuga sighed inwardly. Could he refuse? No.
"I have a condition," Hiashi Hyuga had a flash of inspiration. "I hope Hokage-sama can take Hanabi as a sister."
"Hanabi is already my sister," Sasame was somewhat confused.
"Hokage-sama, you should know about our Hyuga clan's Main House and Branch House, right?" Hiashi Hyuga reminded him.
"Oh," Sasame immediately understood his plan. He was preparing to use him to help Hanabi Hyuga escape the Caged Bird Seal.
"No problem," Sasame immediately agreed. He naturally didn't mind such a small matter. And having an adopted sister was quite interesting.
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