82 Chapter 81
[Ding! Invitation succeeded]
[(Parallel World) Konoha First Hokage Uchiha Madara has joined the group chat.
"Damn it!"
Upon hearing the beep in his head, Ryan couldn't help but let out an exclamation. He never expected that this time the newcomer in the chat group would be Uchiha Madara. Ryan couldn't even imagine a world where Uchiha Madara became the Hokage.
While he was interested in such a world, a strong sense of crisis overwhelmed him. With Uchiha Madara as the Hokage, Konoha's power would be absolutely terrifying. It was highly likely that none of the tailed beasts were ever donated, and with Hashirama and Tobirama in the village, the thought sent shivers down Ryan's spine. This chat group seemed to have pulled in Uchiha Madara to challenge his top position.
Before Ryan could even sigh, the chat group started again.
[Ding! Invitation succeeded]
[Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen has joined the group chat.]
Upon seeing the second newcomer who was invited, Ryan's expression instantly became peculiar. He hadn't anticipated Sarutobi Hiruzen being brought in this time.
Despite contemplating various Hokage worlds that might be pulled in, Ryan had failed to consider Sarutobi Hiruzen. The result was unexpected, and Ryan could already imagine the situation inside the Hokage meeting after Sarutobi Hiruzen entered.
With that scene in mind, Ryan's curiosity piqued, and he quickly chose to enter. As the vibrant light enveloped him, Ryan's consciousness was instantly transported into the chat group.
World of the Third Hokage:
"Hiruzen, what the hell are you thinking? You should give me Uchiha Sasuke? Only the Anbu Root can shape him into a sharp sword loyal to Konoha!"
As Danzo stubbornly clung to Uchiha Sasuke, Sarutobi Hiruzen calmly took a puff from his cigarette holder. Gazing at the crystal ball on the table, he could see the images of the ninja academy. Most of the scenes focused on Uchiha Sasuke and Uzumaki Naruto.
After a while, Danzo grew impatient. Seeing that Sarutobi Hiruzen had no intention of intervening, he angrily exclaimed, "Hiruzen! I've already given you the Nine-Tails jinchruiki! Uchiha Sasuke must be given to me for the sake of the Root!"
Upon hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen slowly raised his head. His deep eyes locked onto Danzo in front of him. After tapping his pipe on the table for a while, he spoke in a measured tone, "Danzo, you should die. Naruto and Sasuke are the future of the village. They are not suitable for the Root! I won't hand them over to you."
Danzo's mounting frustration was evident upon hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen's unwillingness. He erupted, "Hiruzen! Over and over again! Every time the person I have my eye on is chosen by you! Uchiha Shisui, Uchiha Itachi, and even Kakashi! Now, I want Uchiha Sasuke! Whether you give him to me or not!"
Facing Danzo's relentless pressure, Sarutobi Hiruzen stood his ground. With a resounding slap on the table, he silenced Danzo's incessant words. "Danzo! Remember this! I am the Hokage!" he declared.
Upon hearing those words, an unknown fire ignited within Danzo. Each time he took action, Sarutobi Hiruzen stood in his way. And each time Sarutobi Hiruzen declared, "I am the Hokage!"
Only if he hadn't hesitated back then. Danzo regretted inwardly, "I could say the same thing! The Hokage is me! Not you!"
Seeing Danzo's complexion worsen, Sarutobi Hiruzen knew he couldn't push it too far. He eased his tone a little and said, "I won't stop anyone else you choose, except for these two. Is that acceptable?"
Upon hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen's comforting words, Danzo simply snorted coldly. He acted as if he were the one choosing from a pile of scraps.
Other than the Nine-Tails jinchuriki and the Uchiha orphans, Danzo didn't care for any of the other students. Now he tried to console him, claiming that he would choose others and he would not interfere. As if everyone else would fall into this trap.
"Snort! You will regret it, Hiruzen!" With these parting words, Danzo turned and left the office.
Hearing that familiar response, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but smile. After being partners for so many years, when Danzo said such things, it meant that he had compromised.
At that moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen grew more content with his current position. Being the Hokage was truly extraordinary. He could continue to exert his remaining strength for the sake of Konoha.
Lost in his self-reflection, Sarutobi Hiruzen was suddenly interrupted by a notification sound in his mind.
[Ding! You have joined the Konoha Hokage chat group.]
[The group owner Ryan is holding a Hokage meeting. Please join now!]
"Hmm? Who?!" Startled by the sudden prompt, Sarutobi Hiruzen's expression changed instantly. He looked around vigilantly, checking his surroundings for any signs of movement. Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but ponder the prompt that appeared in his mind, full of confusion.
"A Hokage chat group? What does that mean? Can Hokages from different eras chat together?" With his mind filled with questions, Sarutobi Hiruzen murmured to himself.
[Ding! The group owner, Ryan, has launched a Hokage meeting! Please join immediately!]
Just as Sarutobi Hiruzen hesitated, the reminder sounded once again in his mind, constantly urging him. "Who are they? And where is this Hokage meeting? Who is Ryan?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked around vigilantly, seeking answers, but before anyone could respond, the prompt sounded again. "Here, through competition, you will get everything you want!" Sarutobi Hiruzen questioned, "Compete? With successive Hokage?"
The prompt confirmed, "Yes, your world will be ranked among the previous Hokage worlds, and the top-ranked worlds will receive generous rewards!" Upon receiving this answer, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but feel excited.
He faintly looked forward to the bountiful rewards that awaited him. Since it was a ranking competition with past Hokage worlds, the rewards must be significant.
"I will join!"
In Sarutobi Hiruzen's eyes, he was the greatest Hokage ever. Wouldn't his world be able to secure first place? The thought of the abundant rewards awaiting him made Sarutobi Hiruzen eager to join...
The moment Sarutobi Hiruzen decided to join, vibrant lights instantaneously enveloped him.
In the Parallel World: First Hokage Uchiha Madara World, Konoha had become the most prominent village in the ninja world. First Hokage Uchiha Madara had quelled the ninja wars with thunder, and Konoha was currently experiencing rapid development.
Inside the Hokage Building, Senju Hashirama exclaimed excitedly, "Ahahaha, Madara! The surrounding small countries have sent requests for asylum to our Konoha, seeking protection from our village and willingly becoming vassals of the Fire Kingdom!" He placed the requests from various countries in front of Madara, his face beaming with joy.
Giving the requests a quick glance, Madara showed disdain. "Hashirama, it's time to grow up! With your mentality, the ninja world will never achieve true peace! These small countries are seeking protection now, but when Konoha becomes weak, they will be the first to stab us! Hence, we will only accept mergers from these small countries, not vassalage!" Hearing Madara's words, Hashirama frowned, concerned that this decision might lead to another war.
Surprisingly, Tobirama agreed with Madara's stance. After a thorough discussion, Hashirama and Tobirama left the Hokage Building, while Madara remained, deep in thought, contemplating the requests from the small countries on the table.
[Ding! You have joined the Konoha Hokage chat group.]
[The group owner, Ryan, is holding a Hokage meeting. Please join now!]
"Hmm?" Startled by the sudden reminder in his mind, Madara was taken aback. Simultaneously, he cautiously scanned his surroundings. After confirming that everything was normal, Madara's attention returned to the prompt in his mind. "Hokage chat group? How intriguing! Can I meet Hokage from other worlds?" With a basic understanding of the chat group, Uchiha Madara decided to join, unconcerned about potential illusions or tricks.
In his eyes, anyone capable of deceiving him without his knowledge had yet to be born. "I will join!" he declared. As soon as Uchiha Madara spoke those words, a vivid array of lights enveloped him. As he gazed at the captivating display, Uchiha Madara felt a strong sense of curiosity. Without waiting to conduct any further investigation, a brilliant flash of light appeared before his eyes, transporting him to another space.
Just as Uchiha Madara arrived at the meeting space, before he could fully comprehend his surroundings, a piercing scream echoed. "Ahhhhhh! Stop hitting! Stop hitting!! Teacher, I know I was wrong!"
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