"Kaguya, these are my disciples, and..." Ye Liang pointed at Hinata but couldn't continue.
He could call the others his disciples, but not Hinata alone.
They had already become intimate.
If he denied her now, wouldn't that make him a playboy?
Seeing Ye Liang's hesitation, Hinata wanted to speak but held back, murmuring softly, "I'm also a disciple."
Ye Liang's expression flickered with something odd.
"No! She's..."
Before he could finish, Kaguya Hime solemnly took Hinata's hand. Ignoring Ye Liang, who was about to speak, she gently placed Hinata's hand over his.
"I already knew you'd misbehave while you're out! No more of this!"
Everyone was stunned!
What an open-minded beauty!
Hinata seemed genuinely pleased as well.
"Thank you! Thank you, Lady Kaguya!"
Kaguya Hime: "Call me sister!"
After a sweet conversation, Ye Liang arranged accommodations for the Hidden Leaf guests, resolving the harem dispute, and his mood visibly improved.
Not long after.
Hashirama's group indeed arrived, followed by people from Sunagakure. Just as Ye Liang had expected, these two ninja villages were certain to show up.
The remaining ones were the other three ninja villages with whom they hadn't interacted.
"Young Master Ye Liang, I saw Onoki's group on the road. You don't need to feel discouraged," Hashirama Senju comforted beside him.
It was already evening, but they still hadn't seen anyone from the other villages.
"No problem. It's only the first day. The distances vary for each village; they might not all have arrived yet."
After realizing that no one else was coming, Ye Liang had a few villagers prepare a big communal meal.
"It's rare to run into familiar faces. Why don't we share a meal?"
Only Hashirama had come from the Hidden Leaf Village as its Hokage. If everyone had shown up, it would've been truly difficult to host...
"Great!"
Several people sat down.
Kaguya sat beside Ye Liang, and so did Hinata.
The others wore strange expressions, especially Hashirama Senju, whose eyes revealed an "I totally understand" look.
"Young Master Ye Liang, I was just as handsome in my youth, but unfortunately never met the right woman."
Ye Liang smiled.
He understood Hashirama's envy, but it was useless.
When everyone finally sat down, they began eating.
"That's right, Young Master Ye Liang, you suddenly established a ninja village—surely there's some reason?" Hashirama got straight to the point.
Nobody was stupid.
That Ye Liang suddenly established a ninja village and claimed that all Five Great Ninja Villages must attend—there was definitely more to it than met the eye.
"Haha, there indeed is another meaning, but the guests haven't arrived yet."
"Guests? They haven't come either. So who else could there be?" Looking strangely at the three empty seats beside him, Hashirama questioned.
Ye Liang simply smiled.
"Three of you are already here! Are you really going to keep hiding yourselves?"
His voice boomed like a bell!
Everyone at the table was startled.
Looking oddly at Ye Liang, Hashirama remarked,
"I'm the strongest ninja, yet I haven't sensed any life around here."
Kaguya Hime also smiled.
"Indeed, since you're all here, why not come out? Don't tell me you're refusing to show my man some respect!"
That whisper wasn't loud, but it made Hashirama Senju instinctively shiver.
"She said it herself, so it must be true—someone's arrived."
Compared to Ye Liang, Hashirama actually trusted Kaguya more!
The two voices faded into silence.
Under everyone's confused gazes, three figures appeared from the distance, holding hands together. They had been hiding behind the houses, apparently observing for quite some time.
Raikage A!
Tsuchikage Onoki!
Mizukage Terumi Mei!
The new era's leaders had arrived—all the Kage of the Five Great Shinobi Villages!
They glanced at the people seated at the table but showed no surprise at Ye Liang, instead simultaneously turning their attention to Hashirama Senju.
"We've long heard of Lord Hashirama's resurrection but haven't had time to properly celebrate. Please forgive our oversight." Onoki gave Hashirama a slight bow, scanned the remaining seats, and sat down directly.
Raikage A also gave Ye Liang a slight bow before greeting Hashirama.
"Young A pays respects to Elder Hashirama!"
"Congratulations!" Terumi Mei said to Ye Liang.
That was all she said.
"I've long heard of Lord Hashirama's return to life. Seeing you today confirms it's true." She gave Hashirama a sly smile and giggled softly as she slid into the seat beside him.
Hashirama's face darkened.
Today he wasn't supposed to be the star! With everyone giving him face like this, how could he possibly save face?
He glanced at Ye Liang—same old grin on his face.
Then he looked at Kaguya Hime.
Hashirama's expression turned even grimmer!
"F***! I must say something, or my life might truly end today!"
Kaguya Hime's face had already turned pitch black!
"Ahem!" He coughed to get everyone's attention. "Everyone! Today is my good brother Ye Liang's village founding ceremony! You might not know him well, but let me tell you—he's absolutely amazing!"
As he spoke earnestly, no one paid attention to him.
Onoki politely interrupted Hashirama.
"Lord Hashirama, I specially brought some local specialties from my hometown—high-quality earth fungus. I'll have them brought up later."
"Yes! Elder Hashirama! I also brought some gifts from Kumo Village—quite valuable ninja tools. I hope you enjoy them," Raikage A added.
Both stood behind Hashirama, who gave no particular response.
Terumi Mei also chimed in, "That's right, Lord Hashirama. We all grew up listening to your legendary stories. Listen to this kind of mundane speech—how boring! Why don't you share some of your youthful adventures?"
Go to hell!
Watching Kaguya Hime's face darken from level one to level two black, Hashirama felt his death drawing closer.
"Everyone! Please stop talking nonsense! Today is my brother's important celebration! Please show some respect and give us a little face!" Hashirama exploded.
Upon hearing his words, the others fell silent.
In truth, they had noticed Ye Liang long ago.
How could someone who could pin shuriken to their bedheads without a sound possibly be ordinary? But still, they were unwilling!
Anyone who's been publicly humiliated usually gets a bit hot-headed. Plus, Hashirama's resurrection was genuinely big news, so they deliberately ignored Ye Liang!
"Everyone! Why aren't you speaking?" Hashirama asked.
Onoki let out a disdainful snort, "This old man has wandered the nine provinces. Although my strength isn't anything special, I still take pride in my reputation! How dare you, a mere junior, speak to me like this!
Who even are you? You just popped out of nowhere!
What gives you the nerve to even speak to me, an elder of this world?"
Raikage slammed the table beside him, "Kumo Village only respects the strong!"
Hashirama was speechless.
He glanced at Terumi Mei, who remained silent. Though she hadn't spoken, her expression made it clear—she agreed!
They refused to acknowledge Ye Liang.
"You lot—" Hashirama fumed, nearly at a loss for words. Carefully, he cast a sidelong glance at Kaguya Hime. Her killing intent was rising fast—clearly about to explode!
At that moment, Ye Liang gently pressed his hand over Kaguya's.
"It seems none of you recognize my standing," he said calmly.
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