Chapter 238: Ninja World Development

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So, since it's not an external factor, the only thing that could prompt Kushina to call for me is an internal factor. 

Does Kushina need my help with something? Asahi silently pondered in his heart. 

Slowly standing up, Asahi glanced at the dozing Isana and the entire White Bear Clan immersed in their training.

Without saying a word, Asahi instantly disappeared from the spot. 

Moments later, within the Hidden Leaf Village in the Fire Country, Asahi suddenly appeared in front of Ichiraku Ramen. 

Although he had only been here once many years ago, Asahi was not unfamiliar with this place at all.

Seeing the familiar figures inside Ichiraku Ramen, Asahi walked straight in. 

"Welcome... My Lord, it's you," Teuchi's voice echoed in Asahi's ears as soon as he entered. 

Although Asahi had only been here once, Teuchi remembered his customers very well.

Moreover, Asahi had come with the Sannin from Konoha back then. The Sannin had treated him with great respect. 

This left a deep impression on Teuchi regarding Asahi. 

Although what was once known as the Konoha Sannin had long since disbanded, with some leaving and others defecting, the legends of the Sannin persisted.

Asahi nodded slightly in acknowledgment upon hearing Teuchi's greeting. 

Kushina and the others sitting inside Ichiraku Ramen turned their heads suddenly. 

As they had expected, the visitor was Asahi. As for how Asahi managed to arrive so quickly, none of them were surprised.

"Master, you're here. Would you like something to eat?" Kushina exclaimed joyfully. 

Asahi nodded lightly in response and said, "Give me a bowl of tonkotsu ramen." 

In fact, since breaking through to the level of the Six Paths, Asahi does not need to eat at all.

But people have their desires, and Asahi wanted to taste the flavor of Ichiraku Ramen again. 

Upon hearing Asahi's order, the hand-slapper acknowledged it and went to prepare it. After finishing his request, Asahi then turned his gaze to Kushina and the others. 

With them were Obito, Kurenai, Shisui, and Guy...

All the customers in Ichiraku Ramen, except for Minato and Kakashi, were Asahi's disciples. 

Although Minato and Kakashi weren't Asahi's disciples, they were still members of Ogami Clan. 

After casually finding a stool to sit on, Asahi addressed Kushina and the others: "Speak up, what do you need me for?" 

Without hesitation, Kushina explained, "It's like this, Master. Just a few days ago, except for Kumogakure, all the villages have signed peace treaties with us at Konoha."

"Although Kumogakure hasn't signed a peace treaty, the death of the Third Raikage in recent days indicates they won't launch a large-scale war against Konoha either." 

"In other words, the Shinobi World War has ended. So, I hope you can help us prepare for the clan initiation ceremony sooner, Master." 

After listening to Kushina, Asahi raised an eyebrow in surprise.

Although it was already the 49th year of Konoha, it had only recently entered the 49th year. 

In the original historical trajectory, the Third Shinobi World War continued until the end of the 49th year of Konoha. 

This meant it was more than half a year ahead of the original historical trajectory.

"It ended so soon. It's much earlier than I expected," Asahi remarked with some emotion. 

Indeed, from the outbreak to the end, the Third Shinobi World War only lasted about a year. 

Compared to the Second Shinobi World War, it had been shortened by who knew how much time.

Kushina and Minato listened to Asahi's sentiments and responded with some relief, 

"Yeah, originally the situation was supposed to be deadlocked for a while." 

"But two months ago, the Third Mizukage suddenly announced a withdrawal from the conflict and signed a peace treaty with Konoha."

"As for Iwagakure, which had already ceased hostilities with Konoha, they suddenly assembled a force of twenty thousand shinobi and launched a direct assault on Kumogakure." 

"If it weren't for the Third Raikage holding off the entire Iwagakure army single-handedly, Kumogakure would have suffered heavy casualties." 

"However, it was precisely because of this battle that the Third Raikage, after holding out for two days, succumbed to exhaustion and died."

"As for Sunagakure, Konoha had the Nara clan leading the operations, and it went smoothly." 

"After Nara Shikaku left, they even attempted to leave a Sunagakure unit behind." 

"If it weren't for the sudden appearance of someone named Pakura from Sunagakure, they might have succeeded."

"But thankfully, Sunagakure couldn't hold its ground. After several consecutive villages ceased hostilities, they quickly signed a peace treaty with Konoha again." 

After finishing, everyone glanced at Asahi with complex expressions. They all knew that this Pakura was also Asahi's disciple.

It was precisely because of Asahi's teachings that Pakura thwarted Konoha's plans, even at the cost of significant casualties. 

As for Asahi, he paid no attention to the complex looks of everyone. His attention was focused on what Kushina had just said. 

As for the Third Raikage dying in the siege by Iwagakure, Asahi didn't feel surprised.

He just felt a bit sorry for the burly man. What surprised Asahi slightly was the sudden withdrawal of Kirigakure. 

However, he quickly understood. Kirigakure had been under the control of Madara since the Third Mizukage. 

Now that Madara was dead, it wasn't surprising that Kirigakure woke up.

But the news about Pakura gave Asahi some comfort. After so many years, the quietly hardworking girl had grown into one of the village's pillars. 

With a smile on his lips, Asahi shook his head lightly and brought the conversation back to the point.

"Holding the clan initiation ceremony is not a problem, but the Shinobi World has just settled down. Will Konoha let you all go out together?" 

Asahi asked with some doubt. Hearing Asahi's question, Kushina and Minato exchanged a glance, a fleeting expression of helplessness in their eyes. 

Under these circumstances, as leading ninjas, they couldn't just leave casually.

However, the situation was special, and Minato needed to strengthen his position. Looking back at Asahi, Kushina said somewhat helplessly, 

"We have no choice. Originally, this matter wasn't urgent, after all, Minato had little hope of becoming the Fourth Hokage."

"But now the situation is different. Orochimaru, who was the most favored candidate, has defected and the other top candidates, Tsunade and Jiraiya, one is traveling the world, and the other's ambitions lie elsewhere." 

"So, Minato's chances are still pretty good. But Minato is still young, and his prestige is too low. So, he needs stronger power and background to enhance his position."

Minato stood silently by the side, not saying a word. In this situation, as the person involved, it was indeed not easy for him to explain. 

Asahi understood the cause of the matter after hearing Kushina's words. Indeed, the time for the end of the Shinobi World War had come much earlier than expected.

Although peace had come earlier, for Minato, there was no time to ferment. 

His reputation in Konoha, compared to the reputation he would have had during the Hokage period in the original historical trajectory, was much worse. 

Moreover, with the Ogami Clan, Minato's competitiveness was once again reduced.

It can be said that any of the Sannins, as long as they have the ambition to become Hokage, would pose a challenge to Minato Namikaze. 

However, now, all three of them have given up for various reasons. Faced with those remaining, Minato's competitiveness is still significant.

Moreover, if Minato were to gain support from Asahi, even the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, would inevitably have to consider Asahi's thoughts. 

After all, even aside from Asahi, just his several disciples are assets that Konoha cannot afford to lose. 

After understanding this, Asahi nodded gently and then spoke up:

"Well then, it's settled. After we finish eating, you guys will leave with me." With Asahi's affirmative response, the faces of everyone showed expressions of joy.

Especially Minato, he was confident that soon he would realize his dream.

The time for a meal quickly passed. In this short period, Asahi learned the specific information about Orochimaru's defection from everyone. 

It was similar to Orochimaru in the original history. Orochimaru, who was obsessed with seeking the truth, eventually turned to human experimentation.

This wasn't the issue. The problem was that Orochimaru was too reckless. 

Under the temptation of Danzo Shimura, he started researching Hashirama's cells. 

Later on, when Hiruzen Sarutobi discovered Orochimaru's secret, he was furious. He immediately ordered Orochimaru's arrest.

Of course, Hiruzen's intention was merely superficial. After all, Orochimaru was his proudest disciple. Investigating Hashirama's cells wasn't a big deal. 

If this news hadn't reached the higher-ups, he might not have even bothered.

He did this just to maintain Konoha's reputation. Unfortunately, no matter how good his intentions were, he couldn't escape the backstabbing of small-minded people. 

As the instigator, Danzo Shimura, to eliminate Orochimaru as a strong competitor, directly ordered his subordinates to spread rumors about Orochimaru in Konoha.

Helplessly, Orochimaru could only choose to defect from Konoha. Of course, his smooth escape was inseparable from Hiruzen Sarutobi's leniency. 

However, after Orochimaru's defection, the angry Hiruzen Sarutobi directly confronted Danzo Shimura.

But faced with Danzo Shimura's denial and deflection, Hiruzen Sarutobi had no choice. 

In the end, this matter had to be left unresolved. After the meal, Asahi settled the bill and walked out of Ichiraku Ramen. 

The money he carried with him was completely useless.

Following the principle of making the most of everything, under the strong insistence of everyone, Asahi paid for the ramen himself. 

The others could only look at each other helplessly. 

Following Asahi out of Ichiraku Ramen, Asahi wrapped everyone in chakra and swiftly headed towards the Arctic North.

Being enveloped by Asahi, everyone felt a flash of light before their eyes. 

Those proficient in space-time ninjutsu like Minato, Obito, Kushina, and Shisui are well aware that although Asahi was also using space-time ninjutsu, this folding space technique was much more difficult than simple space movement.

Only those with an extremely profound understanding of space could use it.

He created based on his understanding of his Flash Step and Hiraishin that he got from Kushina and Minato

Therefore, the expressions on the faces of the group were filled with ecstatic joy. 

Especially for Shisui, who also practiced the Flash Step Technique, the surprise on her face was unstoppable. 

Although Asahi had taken him along like this before, was his strength comparable to now?

Back then, apart from experiencing it, they didn't gain anything at all. 

But now, with power in their hands, as long as they can grasp something from it, it's enough to benefit them for a lifetime. 

Therefore, without hesitation, people who proficient in space-time ninjutsu all opened their perception, wanting to learn something from it.

Obito and Shisui's Sharingan eyes were crazily spinning in their sockets, trying to analyze something. 

But even so, the surrounding scenery remained blurry in their eyes. As for the actions of the few, Asahi naturally took it all in.

In response, Asahi didn't hold back. On the contrary, he slowed down, allowing the others to comprehend better. 

The few clearly noticed Asahi's behavior. Although they wanted to express their gratitude in their hearts, now was not the time to speak. 

This opportunity was precious. Although it might not mean much to Asahi, they couldn't let him serve them specifically.

So, all of them focused intently on comprehending their own insights from Asahi's techniques, without daring to be distracted in the slightest. 

But even if Asahi walked slowly, there would come a time when the journey would end.

When the group came to their senses, they found themselves on an overseas island. 

Feeling the warm temperature around them, just as they were speculating about which sea area they were in, suddenly an enormous creature appeared before their eyes.

Seeing the sudden appearance of the colossal whale, the Konoha group's hearts skipped a beat. But as the whale spoke, their hearts settled down again. 

"Master, where did you just go? Oh, who are these people?" Hearing the voice of the Isana, the Konoha group understood that they were allies.

Asahi spoke to the Isana, "These are members of our Ogami Clan. Except for these two, the rest are my disciples." 

"I went out this time to bring them back for the initiation ceremony." 

Asahi gestured towards Minato Namikaze and Kakashi Hatake. Of course, Asahi introduced the Isana to the Konoha group. 

After the introduction, Asahi said to the Isana, "Isana, help me introduce them to the layout of the Ogami Island, I'll go bring back my other disciples." 

Isana nodded in response to Asahi's instructions. Seeing this, Asahi disappeared from the spot. 

After Asahi left, Minato and the others, under the Isana's guidance, carefully observed the headquarters of Ogami. 

The beautiful scenery and magnificent architecture all touched their hearts.

After all, the ninja world, with its brief history and constant warfare, could never compare to a civilization that had developed for thousands of years in terms of scenery and architecture research.

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