"I never expected that you, the dignified leader of the Root, Shimura Danzo, would trust me so much. I am truly flattered!"
"I have never doubted your abilities. I still think you are more capable than Hiruzen Sarutobi!" Danzo added to himself, "I'll make you my loyal subordinate sooner or later."
"Enough with the small talk, let's get down to business. Tsunade is no longer able to move, so all you have to do is get everything done!" Regardless of Danzo's thoughts, Tianqi only wanted to repay the debt of gratitude as quickly as possible. As for what would happen next, he would have to wait and see.
"This is simple. As long as you keep Tsunade in check and prevent her from causing trouble, I can persuade the Daimyo and the heads of those clans!"
"That's no problem, I'll keep an eye on Tsunade!"
"By the way, it's that woman who's with Tsunade, the one you brought back last time. This woman is no ordinary character. Last time, I only sent a few people to investigate her, and she wiped out one of my squads. You need to handle this matter well!"
Danzo felt helpless thinking about the woman next to Tsunade. This kind of person, whom he couldn't stand but had to kill, and who had no weaknesses, was extremely difficult to deal with. Danzo didn't want to deal with anyone like this woman.
"Don't worry, I'll handle things here. You just focus on your work. But there's something I need to remind you. After I help you become Hokage, we'll be even. From now on, we'll go our separate ways!"
"Of course, once I become Hokage, we'll be even. As for the future, we'll go our separate ways!" Danzo narrowed his eyes as he said this, it seemed that he had to do that.
"That's good. I'll handle things on my end. You'll have to figure things out yourself. If you still can't become Hokage after all this, then there's really nothing we can do!"
"Hehe, I'm determined to get the Hokage position this time, but the enemy is really strong. I don't think those people can handle it. What do you think about this?" Danzo said, but his eyes were fixed on Tianqi. His meaning was obvious.
"If I can't handle it, I'll clean up the mess. Those people aren't that hard to deal with. You can focus on being the Hokage!" Tianqi thought to himself as he said this. "I'll let you be the 5.5th Hokage for a few days!"
Stepping out of the Root base on the outskirts, Tianqi saw the Leaf Village, which had been completely reduced to ruins. He smiled at the sight.
"No destruction, no construction. After this incident, I believe Konoha Village has realized the deterrent power of top-tier experts. A mere Nagato could destroy Konoha. In the future... hehe, what does the future have to do with me!" With that, Tianqi released the three people imprisoned in the time-space.
As soon as Garuda was released, it stared intently at Tianqi, while Qianyu and Itachi looked on with anticipation for a good show.
Garuda remained silent, simply staring at Tian Qi. Tian Qi, somewhat embarrassed, touched his nose and said calmly, "Go take care of Tsunade; her condition isn't good right now..."
"Tianqi, you've been too selfish this time. You've made Tsunade suffer because of your own affairs. You've really gone too far!"
"Just consider this a selfish act on my part. I'll make it up to Tsunade later..." With that, Tianqi left on his own.
After exchanging a glance, Qianyu and Itachi followed Tianqi away, while Garuda sighed and followed after them.
Soon the group entered Konoha Village, and seeing the dilapidated buildings and corpses everywhere, they couldn't help but shake their heads.
"I never imagined that Konoha Village would fall to this state. The number one village in the ninja world has truly declined. What a pity..." Itachi looked at the dilapidated village and sighed deeply.
"The largest village has long been defunct in name only. If it weren't for the support of second- or third-rate families, people would probably have come knocking on our door long ago. This is not the first time, and it will definitely not be the last!" Qianyu looked at the village that he and Shuimen were protecting and felt a little emotional.
"No one can save a village when management is flawed. The managers themselves are the problem. With a gradual overhaul, I believe Konoha will slowly improve. However, this time it doesn't really concern us much!"
As Tianqi spoke, the group quickly arrived at Tsunade's resting place, and Tianqi also gave Itachi and Chiba the ANBU uniforms he had prepared in advance.
"Change your belongings so no one can discover your identities, and keep your behavior and words to yourself!"
After the two changed their clothes, the group walked over together. Looking at Tsunade, whose face had aged to an extreme degree, Chiba, Itachi, and Garuda felt a pang of heartache.
"Lord Garuda, the Hokage..." Seeing that it was the Hokage's deputy, the people who were taking care of Tsunade also stood up to greet him.
"Alright, I understand. Leave the rest to me. You can all leave now!"
"Well... alright, just call us anytime if you need anything!" After glancing at Garuda and a few members of the Dark Guard, the medical personnel left.
"Lord Tianqi, Lord Garuda, Lady Tsunade, she is now..." The slugs that were treating Tsunade greeted the newcomers.
"Alright, Slug, you don't need to say anything more. I understand Tsunade's condition. Let me handle things from here on out!" Tianqi shook his head, then went to where Tsunade was lying temporarily. Looking at the extremely weak Tsunade, he said calmly, "Tsunade, you were too impulsive this time!"
"I...I...I thought you weren't going to come back to help me, but I didn't expect you to come after all, really..."
"How could I not come if you needed something? Alright, stop talking and let me treat you!" With that, Tianqi immediately used the Palm Immortal Technique to begin the treatment.
In just a few seconds, Tsunade's skin color returned to normal, and her appearance changed from aged to young. Tianqi also replenished Tsunade's Hundred Healings Technique chakra.
Tsunade immediately tried to jump up after recovering, but Tianqi held her down firmly, preventing her from doing so. Tsunade looked at Tianqi with a puzzled expression.
What does this mean?
"You're seriously injured and can't get out of bed, do you understand?"
"Huh? What's going on?" Tsunade looked at Tianqi and then at Garuda, completely baffled by what he meant.
"Some people have been coveting the Hokage position for decades. Let's take this opportunity to let him serve for a few days, and you can take a break for a month or two!"
"Some people? You mean that old man Danzo?"
"Yes, he's been causing trouble in Konoha for decades. Let's grant his wish this time, and also repay him for all the help he's given me over the years. Tsunade, I'm afraid you'll have to do this..."
"This isn't about whether I feel wronged or not. You know Danzo's personality. If he becomes Hokage, the ninja world will be in complete chaos. This is no joke!" Tsunade said with a serious expression, her brows furrowed.
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