Konoha Night Banquet

After preparing gifts, Uchiha Mai and Tsunade arrived at Sarutobi Hiruzen's house, and they became even more confident in their judgment.

Those invited to the banquet, in addition to the two of them, were also Jiraiya, Orochimaru, Hatake Sakumo, the door master, and Kushina.

They are all the best in Konoha, and they can all be called people of the Hokage lineage.

Seeing the close relationship between Tsunade and Mai Uchiha, Jiraiya felt his heart aching. You never know where your love rival will come from.

After everyone chatted for a while, Sarutobi Hiruzen and Sarutobi Biwako walked out of the back hall hand in hand and greeted everyone: "Don't stand around, sit down."

The banquet had been set up, and before everyone had sat down, Mai Uchiha walked over quickly and gave away her gift: "I was notified at the last minute, so I'll prepare gifts for those who didn't come.

This is the newly released album by me and [Boyhood], the Supreme Black Gold Collection Signed Edition. Please accept it, Hokage-sama, and I wish you and Mrs. Hokage a long life together."

The world of Naruto is a very unscientific world. It looks like ancient times, but it has TVs, refrigerators, vending machines and other electrical appliances.

In recent years, science and technology in the Land of Snow has developed rapidly and with each passing day, the CD player has also been invented and has been widely sold.

As the number one male soloist in the ninja world, Mai Uchiha holds 32 concerts a year, so naturally he has to take advantage of the craze of CD players to release a solo album just to make money.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took the album with a smile, gave it to Biwako with his discerning eyes, and said with a smile: "Mai, you are really thoughtful.

I often tell others that every one of your songs is very sunny and positive, and the will of fire is reflected in the lyrics and music.

Biwako, Shaqima and I are all your fans, and I like this gift very much."

Shaqima Sarutobi is the eldest son of Hiruzen Sarutobi. A few years ago, he became the champion of a village evening's best show with his song "I Defend the Frontier for Konoha". He is a person with the will of fire in his heart.

That kid Asuma is a bit unruly. When Mai Uchiha held a concert a few months ago, he left Konoha and ran to the capital of the Land of Fire.

When you come to a banquet, it is appropriate to give a gift.

The gift given by Tsunade was a book compiled by herself called "The One Percent Poker Elite". It explained Tsunade's entire understanding of the GTO theory of Texas Hold'em Poker, which was quite profound.

Sarutobi Hiruzen and others have some doubts about the value of this book. Can you, Tsunade, write such a book?

"With my thorough study of GTO theory, I can now guarantee that I won't lose money or make money in the long run when I play Texas Hold'em poker."

Tsunade said proudly with her hands on her hips.

After all, Texas Hold'em is a game of luck. If you lose today, you will win tomorrow. Whether a person plays well or not depends on the long-term profitability.

Sarutobi Hiruzen and others stood in awe.

They know Tsunade's luck. The knowledge in this book can help Tsunade make no loss or profit in the long run. The gold content must be higher than the mountains and deeper than the sea.

Although Sarutobi Hiruzen has no need for this book, he happily accepted it because it was his apprentice's hard work and dedication.

The gift from Orochimaru was a newly developed ninjutsu, the gift from Hatake Sakumo was a short sword, and the gift from the monk and his wife was a pair of kunai.

Jiraiya gave him the first volume of his newly published novel, "Intimate Love in Heaven". After sending it, he gave Hiruzen Sarutobi a "you know" look.

"Teacher, this is the book that you and I discussed about the concept and storyline before. It was officially published half a month ago, and the limited edition is very high."

Sarutobi Hiruzen understood immediately and immediately took "Intimate Paradise" and held it tightly in his arms. This was the only gift he did not give to Lake Biwa.

After everyone sat down, the master stood up again and said with a shy smile: "On the occasion of the wedding anniversary of Lord Hokage and Madam Hokage, I have some good news to tell you.

Kushina and I are also getting married on the 3rd of next month, and I hope everyone can attend our wedding."

Hearing this, Jiraiya laughed and joked: "Minato, you are such a thief. If you tell us now, won't you just give us no chance to shirk?

It seems that you attach great importance to your share of money."

The master hurriedly explained: "The money doesn't matter, the main thing is to share this joy with everyone."

"Ha ha."

"Ha ha."

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Everyone teased the sect master and congratulated Sarutobi Hiruzen again.

After laughing and drinking for three times, Sarutobi Hiruzen patted his wife Biwako's hand and said with a smile: "Actually, in addition to celebrating my wedding anniversary with Biwako, there are some trivial matters that I want to talk to you about today.

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The real thing is coming.

Lake Biwa understood and found a reason to call Kushina away together.

Uchiha Mai and the others put down their chopsticks and wine glasses and sat upright, waiting for Sarutobi Hiruzen to speak.

Sarutobi Hiruzen put his left arm on the dining table, held his chin with his left hand, glanced at everyone, and said with a smile: "Thirty years ago, I took over the position of Hokage from Lord Tobirama.

I am ambitious and full of passion to lead Konoha to new heights and accomplish great things.

In the past thirty years, I have indeed done a lot. Whether it is merit or demerit, right or wrong is difficult to say. There are only three things that can definitely be called merit.

The first is to further improve Konoha's institutions and rules and regulations based on the work initiated by the Nidaime-sama, making Konoha more like a whole.

The second is to lead Konoha to escape from two great ninja wars.

I commanded the Second Ninja War, and I participated in the Third Ninja War. Although Konoha suffered some losses, fortunately its foundation was not damaged.

The third and most important point is to discover and train many outstanding talents for Konoha.

I have been Hokage for the past thirty years, and the happiest thing is seeing you all stand out in your own right. With a few of you juniors, I, Sarutobi Hiruzen, am really proud of me."

Sarutobi Hiruzen was the first to turn his head and look at Hatake Sakumo, and said with a smile: "First of all, Sakumo has made many contributions during his tenure in the ANBU.

After being idle, he did not neglect his personal training. When Konoha was in crisis, he responded to the call of the village and once again went into battle as the commander of an army to resist Sunagakure.

I'll toast you."

Sarutobi Hiruzen raised the wine glass in his hand. Hatake Sakumo was so frightened that he raised the wine glass with both hands and said respectfully: "I am willing to die for Konoha."

After drinking the wine in the glass, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Jiraiya again, raised his glass and said: "Then Jiraiya, I know you never like to be restrained, and you have long planned to leave Konoha and travel to the ninja world.

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After Kumogakure started the war, you led the army to the front line, and for several years you shed your blood for Konoha without any complaints.

I'll toast you."

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"After that comes Orochimaru..."

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"After that comes Tsunade..."

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"Finally, it's dance.

You will participate in this ninja war from beginning to end, defeating Kumogakure's vanguard reconnaissance force, ambushing the Four Jinchūriki, capturing Sunagakure Village with a one-man division, and killing the Third Kazekage.

You have made great contributions to Konoha, I toast you."

Uchiha Mai stood up and raised the glass with both hands, and said modestly: "I just did something within my ability."

After a circle of respect, Sarutobi Hiruzen sat down and said with emotion: "You all performed outstandingly in this battle. It is no exaggeration to say that everyone's contribution is greater than mine.

I am very happy to see your performance like this. While I am happy, I am also reflecting on myself. Compared with you, am I already old and it is time for me to abdicate in favor of others?

The answer is yes.

In recent years, I have increasingly felt that my physical condition is not as good as before, my energy is not as strong as before, and many things make me feel mentally and physically exhausted.

Although I think my body can still hold on for a few more years, the younger generation in Konoha have grown up, so there is no need for me to stay there.

By handing over the power to the new Hokage as soon as possible, I can also guide and assist the new Hokage while I still have the ability. If I choose the new Hokage when I am completely unable to do so, mistakes will inevitably be made.

I plan to select a candidate for the new Hokage in the near future, what do you think?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen was the first to look at Hatake Sakumo.

Hatake Sakumo shook his head, looking uninterested, and refused: "I have no intention of becoming Hokage or running for Hokage.

When I served as the head of the ANBU and was in charge of a front line, I often felt that my brain was not strong enough and I could not cope with many matters.

Anbu minister is already at his limit, Hokage, I definitely don't have that kind of ability.

Besides, Kakashi is getting older. I owed him a lot because of my work in the past, but now I want to devote more time and energy to my family."

Arranging a blind date for Kakashi and continuing the descendants of the Hatake clan are what Hatake Sakumo wants to do most right now.

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Tsunade again.

Tsunade immediately shook her head, fearing to avoid it, and resisted: "Old man, please spare me. During the few months I managed Konoha for you, I felt that my days were like years. It was not easy.

That's just the acting Hokage. If it were the real Hokage, I'm afraid my life would be shortened by ten years in one year."

You are dreaming about the man who wants to catch me!

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed, Tsunade has some abilities, but her personality is too salty. If she is willing to be Hokage, Konoha will avoid a lot of troubles.

Next is Jiraiya.

Before Sarutobi Hiruzen could look over, Jiraiya waved his hand and said, "Teacher, you know me. My biggest wish now is to leave Konoha and travel around the ninja world to collect materials for my new work.
To be continued...