Orochimaru visibly stiffened in embarrassment.
Seeing this, Obito stepped forward, patted his shoulder, and chuckled.
"Haha, just joking. As long as you've come to your senses, that's what matters."
"Now that I'm the Fifth Hokage, come back to Konoha with me and continue serving the village."
Without hesitation, Orochimaru bowed respectfully and answered, "Orochimaru is willing to serve Lord Obito."
With their conversation settled, Tobirama, who had been waiting impatiently, finally spoke up.
"The naturally... brilliant Uchiha Obito—can you tell me about Shimura Danzo?"
(At this moment, Orochimaru tactfully vanished.)
Obito nodded and began listing out Danzo's transgressions.
Well, persuading Kaguya to split off Black Zetsu could be left out.
But everything else? Dump it all on him! (Danzo: Here comes the blame!)
"..."
"He also deliberately instigated wars and attacked his fellow villagers. In the end, I could no longer tolerate it and had to kill him."
"I don't care about someone's status—if they endanger Konoha, I will not hesitate to act!"
As soon as Obito's resolute words fell, he noticed a string of numbers appearing above Hashirama's head.
Favorability +1 +1 +1 +1 +1…
"Well said, young man!" Hashirama cheered, waving his arms in excitement. "You and I share the same ideals. Now I can entrust Konoha to you with peace of mind!"
[You're speaking too soon, Lord Hashirama…]
Tobirama also gave a slight nod, acknowledging Obito's words.
Danzo had turned into this kind of person—he deserved to die!
Madara, however, scoffed and spoke with clear displeasure.
"Tobirama, did I give you permission to speak to my grandson?"
Before Tobirama could flare up, Madara raised a hand and launched a Shinra Tensei, sending him flying.
"Uchiha Madara~~" (his voice fading into the distance)
Hashirama panicked and ran after him.
"Tobirama, my dear brother!"
Freed from the Senju duo, Madara pulled Obito aside and smiled.
"You've come at just the right time, Obito. Grandpa needs your help."
"I want to revive Izuna, but I'm worried that he…"
Madara glanced at the Senju brothers in the distance and shot Obito a knowing look.
Obito immediately understood.
"I see what you mean, Grandpa Madara."
If there was anyone in the Uchiha clan more fiercely pro-war than Madara, it was definitely Uchiha Izuna.
Back in the day, every time Madara and Hashirama seemed to be getting along too well—just about to call a truce—it was always Izuna who pulled Madara back.
"We were all killed by the Senju, have you forgotten?!"
"No, don't be deceived by those Senju bastards!"
"What are you doing? Hurry up and kill him! I'll help you!"
It was always like that.
Izuna's hatred for the Senju was pure and absolute.
And since Tobirama had personally killed him, that grudge would never be resolved.
If Izuna were resurrected, he wouldn't stop until he stabbed Tobirama at least a few times.
After thinking for a moment, Obito shook his head and said, "Grandpa Madara, my persuasion alone won't be enough."
"How about this instead… Here's the plan…"
As Obito laid out his idea, Madara's eyes lit up with excitement.
"Excellent, Obito! Let's do it your way!"
Just then, the furious Tobirama returned, having recovered from being flung away.
He shoved his brother aside and pointed an accusatory finger at Madara.
"Madara, you've gone too far!"
Madara smirked coldly and, without a word, sent another Shinra Tensei flying his way.
"Boom!"
Tobirama went flying again.
"Ahhh! Cursed, evil Uchiha Madara!"
Seeing this, Obito quickly used Banshō Ten'in to pull Tobirama back before he disappeared into the horizon.
"Grandpa Madara… Lord Tobirama… please, calm down!"
Obito and Hashirama quickly stood between them, fearing they might actually start fighting.
"Hmph!" (Both snorted at the same time.)
ε=(ο｀*))) Phew.
Obito wiped the sweat off his forehead and forced a smile.
"Lord Hashirama, Lord Tobirama, would you two like to return to Konoha with me?"
"The village has changed a lot over the years… and Lady Tsunade has changed quite a bit as well."
Hashirama and Tobirama exchanged glances, clearly tempted.
They truly wanted to see how the village had developed.
And…
[It's been so long since I've seen little Tsunade… I wonder how she's doing now.]
[Has she gotten married? Had children? Or… racked up a mountain of gambling debt?!]
Thinking about this, Hashirama suddenly slumped into a black-and-white sketch of himself.
Tobirama glanced at him, confused by his brother's latest dramatic reaction.
Turning back to Obito, he crossed his arms and asked, "If we return to Konoha, will it cause any problems for the village?"
Hashirama also returned to normal and leaned in eagerly.
"Yes, yes! Will we be a burden, young man?"
Obito waved off their concerns with a smile.
"Of course not! In fact, I believe many people in Konoha would be eager to meet you both."
"However, for various reasons, it would be best to keep your identities hidden in public for now."
"I'll arrange a private meeting with Konoha's current leadership so you can all have a proper discussion."
Hashirama beamed. "Alright, alright! Let's go with your plan, young man."
Tobirama didn't say anything, but his gaze toward Obito softened considerably.
...
Konoha.
Four unassuming figures strolled down the bustling streets.
One of them gawked at everything like a country bumpkin seeing the city for the first time.
He repeatedly muttered under his breath, "What is this… What is that…"
Passersby cast odd and disdainful glances at him.
"Where did this clueless hick come from? Such a hillbilly."
"Look at how ignorant he is. Embarrassing."
If only they knew that this so-called "hillbilly" was none other than the First Hokage, their beloved founder…
Yes, the four figures were none other than Hashirama, Tobirama, Orochimaru, and Madara, all in disguise.
Orochimaru patiently walked beside Hashirama, explaining everything to him.
Meanwhile, Tobirama and Madara subtly distanced themselves, pretending they didn't know Hashirama.
Too embarrassing!
As for Obito? He had already gone ahead to the Hokage's office to make arrangements.
"It's wonderful…" Hashirama sighed, taking in the lively village and the smiles on people's faces.
(Are you sure they're not laughing at you?)
Seeing Hashirama return to normal, Tobirama approached again.
"Hiruzen and the Fourth Hokage did well. Konoha's progress exceeds my expectations."
Hashirama nodded with a silly grin. "Yes, yes! When we see them, I must thank them properly."
Madara sneered. "Hashirama, you're the First Hokage. Why would a senior thank his juniors?"
Tobirama smirked at Madara. "Which is why my brother was Hokage… and you weren't."
Madara scoffed. "Hmph. I don't need recognition. As long as you remember that I am the Hokage's grandfather."
Hashirama, Tobirama: "..."
Just then, a familiar voice called out.
"Lord Hashirama, Lord Tobirama, Grandpa Madara—I've made the arrangements. Come with me."
"And you too, Orochimaru."
With that, the five of them headed toward the Hokage's office.
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