To celebrate Konoha's complete victory over Sunagakure and the partial realization of peace, the people of Konoha held a grand parade. During this period, as the "bringers of peace," the names of Kakashi, Habara, and Tenzo were widely publicized.
During this parade, Kakashi was pushed to the forefront as the protagonist, and he had to participate in various celebrations along with the enthusiastic crowd.
Whether Kakashi was awkward during these activities, Habara didn't know. Anyway, after throwing him out there, Habara didn't have to be awkward anymore.
In the evening, Konoha even began a fireworks display. And after coordinating various activities and handling the day's affairs, the Third Hokage finally had some free time. So, Habara was finally able to report in detail the events of this trip to him.
That Habara and these few people could directly kill the Fourth Kazekage also shocked the Third Hokage. And if it was difficult to evaluate the merits and demerits of just killing the Fourth Kazekage, then when Orochimaru besieged the village and Sunagakure was forced to surrender, the previous assassination became an undeniable achievement… Killing the Kazekage and obtaining peace, sacrificing one for the happiness of millions, wasn't this a good thing?
If the Fourth Kazekage had knowledge in the underworld, he should sing a song of love's dedication at this time.
"If we couldn't sign a peace treaty, I thought the war on the western front would drag on like this until both sides were too weak to continue. But unexpectedly, we ended the war with a great victory. Honestly, this kind of situation is rarely seen in previous wars. And because this is a great victory after Minato's unexpected death, it seems even more meaningful," the Third Hokage said.
After the Fourth Hokage's death, Konoha still cleanly defeated Sunagakure, which showed that even without the Yellow Flash, this village was still full of martial prowess.
"Habara, you did very well," the Third Hokage praised.
Compared to the process, political figures naturally value the result more. And judging by results rather than intentions, Habara and his two companions had certainly done very well.
Habara didn't deliberately act humble. He said, "Speaking of this, we think it's more appropriate to let Kakashi receive the main credit for taking down the Fourth Kazekage… As the saying goes, a famous teacher produces excellent disciples. This is also for the sake of the Fourth Hokage's posthumous reputation."
Being able to take down a Kage-level powerhouse at the age of fourteen would make Kakashi Hatake famous.
After the Fourth Hokage's death, his political legacy would be inherited by his wife, Kushina Uzumaki. And after the event of "Kakashi instantly killing the Fourth Kazekage" spread, then the aura of the "Yellow Flash" would largely be inherited by Kakashi.
The Fourth Hokage had a successor. This fact would greatly ease Konoha's regret of losing the Fourth Hokage.
The Third Hokage could naturally understand the benefits of this kind of publicity, but…
"If such credit is attributed to Kakashi, wouldn't it be a bit unfair to you and Tenzo?"
"It doesn't matter. Everything is for the benefit of Konoha. And fundamentally, the Fourth Kazekage was indeed taken down by Kakashi's explosive tag technique. He deserves it," Habara said lightly, removing the role he played in the event and unhesitatingly pushing all the credit to Kakashi.
He didn't want this overly exaggerated reputation anyway. As the saying goes, the tallest tree in the forest is the first to be felled by the wind. Let the wind fell Kakashi.
"The ninja who could take down the Nine-Tails" – this reputation was enough for Habara to digest for quite some time.
Habara was so focused on Konoha's interests and regarded fame and fortune as dirt. This naturally moved the Third Hokage. But for some reason, the Third Hokage felt that the reason why Habara didn't cherish this credit was likely because he would have the opportunity to obtain the same credit in the future… This person seemed like he could kill another Kage later for fun?
Uh, this must be an illusion.
The Third Hokage thought for a while longer, and finally he nodded, agreeing with Habara's proposal… Considering the important roles played by Habara and Tenzo and the loss of prestige, the Hokage decided to compensate them generously in terms of mission funds.
And that was all Habara could talk to the Hokage about. As for how to accept Sunagakure's surrender, he certainly couldn't interfere, and he wouldn't need to return to the Land of Wind.
After the Third Hokage made his decision, he would communicate with Orochimaru in a more efficient way… Whether it was messenger snakes or messenger monkeys, they wouldn't lack such means.
After talking about the serious matters, Habara was about to take his leave, but unexpectedly, the Third Hokage asked another question:
"How was the effect… What was the effect and power of Tenzo's Wood Release?"
The Third Hokage, rarely had a moment of gossip.
Habara thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "I can only say that the power of Wood Release is very… Wood Release."
The Third Hokage: "…"
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Konoha's parade and celebration were, of course, held under the slogan of welcoming peace. As for the matter of the Konoha envoys taking down the Fourth Kazekage like slicing through melons and vegetables, the official line naturally didn't mention it at all… Taking credit for killing the head of another country and publicizing it widely would be too undignified. It didn't fit the image of a great nation.
Folk tales were folk tales, the official line was the official line. The two could not be confused.
So, starting from the second day after Habara and the others returned to Konoha, the "folk tale" version included the message that Kakashi Hatake "What about the Fourth Kazekage? I'm fifty-fifty with him, I often solo kill him," which could be described as a famous teacher producing an excellent disciple, a beautiful story.
In Konoha, almost no one would question such news. The son of the White Fang of Konoha, the disciple of the Yellow Flash, wouldn't it be normal for him to have such a performance? The Fourth Kazekage? What's that, is he very powerful?
So, for a time, the name "Sharingan Kakashi" was chasing after the "Yellow Flash." After all, even Minato Namikaze hadn't killed any other village's Kage.
Over the next few days, the sudden rise in fame caused Kakashi to be distressed, because he felt that he didn't live up to his reputation, especially since many people liked to compare him with his teacher at this time, giving the impression that he would soon surpass Minato Namikaze.
However, once Konoha began to publicize this matter, the resulting public opinion was no longer something Kakashi could reverse. Even if he himself strongly denied it, everyone would only think that he was being modest.
Helpless, Kakashi could only temporarily disappear from public view, hiding for a while… Although this was just deceiving himself, at least he didn't have to listen to those praises that he found slightly grating. It could be said that avoidance, while shameful, was useful.
Then, when he was spacing out by the side of a certain outer training ground, a very familiar voice suddenly sounded behind him.
"Kakashi, why are you here… I heard you assassinated the Fourth Kazekage. Is that true?"
After hearing this person's voice, Kakashi's unfocused eyes instantly turned into dead fish eyes.
"The annoying guy has appeared."
"Hmm? Kakashi, did you say something?"
Watermelon-shaped head, thick eyebrows, green jumpsuit, always exercising tirelessly… The person who appeared behind Kakashi was Might Guy.
"Same as always, only listening to what's beneficial to himself… Guy, sometimes I really admire your brain, I envy your personality," Kakashi said. It could be seen that he was very casual when communicating with Guy.
Although sometimes Kakashi couldn't adapt to Might Guy's overly enthusiastic personality, it was undeniable that, after his teammates had died, Might Guy was his only remaining close friend.
Might Guy went around to Kakashi's side and sat down beside him. "Haha, you can't have it even if you're envious. Kakashi, with your personality, you can't make such a bright and handsome expression…"
Guy actually didn't have much self-awareness. He was truly bright, but handsome… At least he was more handsome than Kisame Hoshigaki.
"So, do you have any worries or troubles?"
After laughing, Might Guy asked this. He also had a thoughtful side.
"Worries, huh…" Kakashi thought for a moment, and then, picking out the parts that didn't violate the confidentiality agreement, he explained the content of the previous mission, emphasizing that killing the Fourth Kazekage was definitely not just his own merit.
"Is that so? So, is this publicity by the village based on the position of stabilizing people's hearts…" Might Guy could understand Kakashi's feelings, but then he said, "But Kakashi, how long are you going to be depressed? Although the village's publicity deviates from the facts, isn't this a great opportunity?"
Saying that, Might Guy's gaze towards Kakashi became serious:
"Kakashi, you are a person who can turn superficial publicity into reality. In my opinion, you definitely have the potential to surpass the Fourth Hokage! You know, you are my best friend and eternal rival!"
"Guy…"
Kakashi didn't expect Might Guy to say such a thing, but…
"If you remove the last sentence, this passage would make me feel better."
"…"
Next, Kakashi was silent for a long while. He seemed to be making up his mind, and after he had made sufficient psychological preparation, he finally spoke, "Anyway, no matter what, I need to further improve my strength next, even if it's for Teacher Minato's good name…"
In short, whether it was shock therapy, or the fact that Kushina had survived, or the impact of this special experience after the Nine-Tails incident, Kakashi was determined to regain his twelve-year-old state.
"Guy, do you want to have a match?" In a moment of excitement, Kakashi said something he would regret.
Although they were "eternal rivals," it was always Might Guy who actively invited Kakashi to compete. This was the first time Kakashi had ever invited Might Guy.
"Guy?"
Kakashi didn't hear Might Guy's response, and when he raised his head, he found that this person was already crying like a torrential downpour, like a flood bursting through a dam.
"Kakashi, my eternal rival, have you finally been moved by me and understood the meaning of youth without regrets?!"
Might Guy cried with snot and tears, and then he hugged Kakashi tightly without another word. And with his physical fitness, Kakashi couldn't break free after being hugged.
"Hey…"
Fortunately, there were few people here. Otherwise, if this scene were seen by others, who knows what kind of nonsense would spread, after all, Kakashi was now known to everyone in Konoha, and Might Guy's behavior was like the high beams on a road at night.
But in any case, today Konoha's yaoi index went UP UP.
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