"Now it depends on you to open the barrier, Lady Kushina, and do you still have the choice?"
As Uchiha Yoichi spoke, he prepared the TV and VCR, plugged them in, and placed the videotape he had taken from Kushina into the machine.
"Bastard!"
Seeing that Uchiha Yoichi dared to play such things in her house, Kushina hurriedly stepped forward to stop him.
However, Kushina didn't dare to make too much noise. After a futile attempt, she couldn't stop him and retreated with a blushing face, crossing her arms over her chest.
"Damn bastard..."
Seeing her embarrassing footage about to appear on the screen, Kushina angrily resorted to sealing with both hands, invoking a barrier jutsu. Upon pressing her hands to the ground, the rune of the barrier jutsu quickly spread throughout the entire room.
"You bastard, how dare you..."
Before Kushina could finish her words, the screen displayed visuals, and strange sounds emanated, making her feel awkward. They were her own sounds.
Moreover, why does it seem so joyful now?
The bed frame slowly creaked, but thanks to the barrier's block, it didn't disturb Naruto sleeping next door.
Meanwhile, Uchiha Yoichi had clones outside, so he wasn't afraid of anyone barging in.
With the creaking increasing, the affordable bed Kushina had bought seemed on the verge of collapse.
"Take, take the photo down! You, you bastard, let me go!"
During Kushina's kneeling stance, enduring the pressure, she suddenly saw the wedding photo on the headboard. Anger and shame surged, overshadowing her physical reactions, as she tried to grab and move it.
But Uchiha Yoichi tightly restrained Kushina, not letting go at all, pressing his entire weight upon her.
After struggling for a while, unable to break free, Kushina could only bury her face weakly in the bedding, as tears slowly flowed from the corners of her eyes.
'Minato, I'm sorry!'
"Hmm..."
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"Teacher Yoichi, you're back, the Divine Robe is ready. Let me help you put it on."
Hyuga Satomi greeted Uchiha Yoichi with a sweet smile, presenting the Hokage Divine Robe, a simple design only worn by Konoha's highest-ranking figures.
"So fast, it's ready? By the way, Satomi, the new Hokage Kasa must be done too."
Turning around to let Hyuga Satomi drape the robe on him, Uchiha Yoichi asked about the Hokage Kasa, which hadn't changed since the First Generation Hokage, unlike the robe which changed every generation. Using the same kasa for fifty years felt uncomfortable; a change was preferable.
"It's finished, Teacher Yoichi. Today, we also sent someone to inform the Daimyo and the surrounding minor countries in the Land of Fire. They should arrive in Konoha in about three days."
After helping Uchiha Yoichi with the robe, Hyuga Satomi moved to adjust the collar, realizing her actions were akin to those of a wife, blushing as she brought up other matters.
"The Security Team received notice and finalized security plans for Hokage election day, reserving accommodations for visiting nobles and merchants from various nations..."
The Security Team naturally wouldn't fall behind; they were the village's most proactive department for this event. After all, the Fifth Generation Hokage was their clan leader of the Uchiha, representing the Uchiha's peak ninja race status in the village.
Even within the Ninja World, the Uchiha's reputation through Uchiha Yoichi's fame was widespread across the Five Great Ninja Villages, and the Sharingan became the most noteworthy kekkeigenkai in the Ninja World.
Currently, Konoha was thriving, gradually separating commercial and residential areas, resembling a modern metropolis.
The village's area expanded repeatedly, stretching about seventy to eighty kilometers from Ninja Paradise to the opposite end of the village. Even a ninja would take some time to cover the distance, much less ordinary people.
Had it not been for the ongoing establishment of a tram reaching twenty stations within the village, villagers would have proposed it long ago.
Outside the village, the Security Team patrolled extensively; with Konoha so prosperous, any fool with an explosive tag attempting a suicide bomb in Konoha would be a significant blow.
Thus, Uchiha Yoichi conversed at length with Hyuga Hiashi, inviting Hyuga Clan ninjas to join the Security Team. Now, Hyuga Hiashi's younger brother, Hyuga Hizashi, is the Fifth Squad Leader in the Security Team.
Swish swish swish!
After Senju Tobirama and his party returned, nearing Konoha's outskirts, they found two patrol teams blocking their path.
"So it's the Third Lord and Master Jiraiya..."
Recognizing the arrivals, Uchiha Matsuichiro spoke, confirming with his Sharingan that they hadn't used a Transformation Jutsu, then cleared the road. Simultaneously, he reported via walkie-talkie: "All clear; it's the Third Hokage, Jiraiya Jonin, and the ninja who went out for missions last time."
"But Third Hokage, what's going on here? Why does he look like the Second Generation Hokage?"
Having seen the Hokage Rock busts hundreds of times, every ninja knew the Hokages' appearances. After confirming Senju Tobirama hadn't employed a Transformation Jutsu, Uchiha Matsuichiro was truly shocked.
Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke: "This is confidential. I'll inform the Fourth Hokage; make way."
"This... Okay then."
After clearing the path, Uchiha Matsuichiro watched the departing group, reporting the situation via walkie-talkie.
Upon reaching Konoha's gate, Senju Tobirama inquired, "Monkey, is the Security Team patrolling outside the village now?" Also, he noticed Hyuga Clan ninjas within the Security Team; what's the story?
Returning swiftly, Sarutobi Hiruzen hadn't updated him on all village changes, but even before returning, Senju Tobirama sensed the village had changed significantly.
"Teacher Tobirama, I no longer handled affairs in the village for a while; it's likely the Fourth Hokage and the Hokage Assistant's doing, and the Hokage Assistant is Uchiha Yoichi..."
"Ah, the Uchiha brat from before, together with Tsunade, continue forth."
Senju Tobirama said, continuing toward Konoha village. However, upon entering the gate, he suddenly noticed a familiar-looking old man sweeping, deciding to approach for a better look.
"Danzo? Why are you sweeping here?"
Upon approaching, Senju Tobirama immediately recognized his disciple Danzo, although he had changed tremendously; covered in grime, his chakra nearly imperceptible due to it being sealed, undoubtedly under illusion technique.
Moreover, with vacant eyes, seemingly locked in repetitive sweeping motions, Senju Tobirama sensed illusion technique, realizing at once.
"Release!"
Senju Tobirama frowned, releasing the illusion from Danzo's body. Sarutobi Hiruzen had only mentioned Danzo punished for foolish acts, not specifying this extent of humiliation.
Under illusion influence, chakra sealed, forced to sweep at Konoha's gate, it was indeed degrading.
"What's going on?"
"Te... Teacher Tobirama?"
Gradually awakening, Danzo saw the familiar figure in front of him, feeling fear, longing, and remorse for failing to impress Teacher Tobirama, regretting choosing the wrong path...
"Danzo, why did you..."
Before Tobirama could finish speaking, four Security Team members appeared.
Seeing the illusion on Danzo dispelled, Uchiha Matsuichiro frowned and said, "Third Hokage, Jiraiya Jonin, and... the Second Hokage?"