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Chapter 999: Facing the Legacy of the Hokages!
Chapter 999: Facing the Legacy of the Hokages!
Orochimaru felt a surge of satisfaction upon witnessing the regret and pain on the Third Hokage's face, akin to the refreshing sensation of drinking an ice-cold beverage on a scorching summer day.
To intensify the Third Hokage's remorse, Orochimaru even temporarily released the First and Second Hokage from their binds, allowing them to regain their original consciousness.
When the First and Second Hokage regained their clarity, they saw the Third Hokage before them, his eyes bloodshot and his body riddled with cracks like a shattered porcelain vase. Tobirama Senju couldn't help but sigh deeply.
Hashirama Senju, standing beside him, was stunned for a moment before reacting, "Monkey, how did you die so soon? Who killed you? Was it me, or was it Tobirama?"
Hearing Hashirama's words, the Third Hokage's face turned awkward as he glanced at the corpse beside him and the Kusanagi sword piercing his heart. "I was killed by my own traitorous disciple, Orochimaru."
Upon learning that the Third Hokage's death wasn't at his hands, Hashirama casually approached him, patting his shoulder. "Don't be too upset. Compared to me and Tobirama, you lived a long life. Together, our ages probably match yours..."
Before Hashirama could finish, Tobirama, who had been holding back his frustration, interrupted, "Big brother, even with your carefree nature, there's a limit. Do you understand the situation? Monkey is still serving as the Hokage at this age, indicating a lack of capable young ninjas in the village.
Now that Monkey is dead and resurrected by Edo Tensei, siding with Konoha's enemies, where will the village find ninjas to stop us?"
Noticing his older brother's lightheartedness at such a critical moment, Tobirama couldn't contain his anger. He decided to reveal the facts, ensuring his foolish older brother understood the gravity of the situation.
"Tobirama, it's your fault for creating this mess. I've always told you not to research such chaotic techniques. If you hadn't invented the 'Edo Tensei' technique, we wouldn't have ended up as enemies of Konoha after our deaths."
As the younger brother, Tobirama refused to take the blame. "I left the Edo Tensei technique to enhance Konoha's foundation. Moreover, only the Hokage or their successors are qualified to witness and learn such forbidden jutsu.
The fact that the enemy used this technique against Konoha only proves Monkey's poor judgment in people. It has nothing to do with me."
The Third Hokage was left bewildered by the sudden blame, but as Tobirama was his mentor, he couldn't refute. However, the thought of accepting the blame would tarnish his reputation in Konoha's history, so he recalled his close friend.
"Orochimaru's personality wasn't always like this. He was my most promising student, and I even intended to pass on the Hokage title to him. But after his association with Danzo and their schemes, his character changed drastically."
Danzo: (Speechless) I'm being blamed even in death!
"Danzo? Oh, that brat? But wasn't he your student, Tobirama?"
Noticing Hashirama's thoughtful expression, Tobirama couldn't help but feel speechless. It seemed his brother was determined to make him take the blame.
(End of Chapter 999)
"Big Brother, now is not the time for such talk. We should be thinking about how to help Konoha escape this disaster."
As Tobirama Senju spoke, he glanced over at the Konoha side, where Asuma Sarutobi, Asuma, and Anko, among other Jonin, were still engaged in battle with Kabuto Yakushi and the Kazekage's men, including Yakushi Kabuto.
Among the remaining Konoha ninjas, the only ones who caught Tobirama's eye were Kakashi, Rin, and Kushina, who was disguised as Yecheng.
The once-great Konoha, the first great ninja village, was now being pushed to the brink by a single rogue ninja.
"Monkey, according to what you said, Danzo should still be alive. So, where is he now?"
Tobirama was naturally familiar with Danzo, one of his students. Among his pupils, Sarutobi Hiruzen was his favorite, followed by Danzo and Kagami Uchiha.
Danzo was indeed qualified to succeed the Hokage position, but Tobirama had long ago discerned the darkness in his disciple's heart.
"Teacher Tobirama, about Danzo..."
The Third Hokage was about to say something when a voice from a distance suddenly interrupted their conversation.
As everyone turned to look at the source of the sound, the speaker's figure appeared before them without warning.
"Such a fast Shunshin no Jutsu. Are you also a Konoha ninja?"
When Tobirama, who was usually critical, witnessed the speed of Yecheng's Shunshin no Jutsu, he couldn't help but show a look of astonishment.
Not a single mistake in his movements!
However, in the next moment, Yecheng's words shocked everyone present.
"Second Hokage-sama, the Danzo you spoke of, your student, has just been eliminated by me!
The reason for his death is that he deserved it. He even had a hand in Orochimaru's invasion of Konoha, as he wanted the Third Hokage to step down and take the position himself.
Even if this incident hadn't occurred, I would have still eliminated him. In my eyes, Konoha has already become rotten.
If old-fashioned ninjas like Danzo and the Third Hokage don't step aside, Konoha will eventually be eliminated by the ninja world."
For a Konoha ninja to speak of the death of the Hokage, even in front of the Third Hokage himself, was undoubtedly a grave offense.
However, Yecheng not only spoke these words but also openly admitted to killing Danzo and his group. He even considered taking out the Third Hokage and Tsunade personally, but refrained due to their relationship.
To be honest, with his current strength, if he set his mind to something, no one could stop him.
After hearing Yecheng's words, not only the Second and Third Hokage but even Orochimaru, who was at the back, was surprised.
Evidently, Orochimaru hadn't expected Yecheng to be even more reckless than he was in his early days. Yecheng had directly slaughtered Konoha's upper echelons before becoming a rogue ninja.
It must be said that although they were on opposing sides, Orochimaru found Yecheng quite agreeable. Orochimaru had also long been annoyed by those old, stubborn ninjas.
If it weren't for Danzo's slippery nature, he would have eliminated him too!
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