Chapter 148.1 : Four at Once?

The following day, in the Ninja World, within Konoha Village, Uchiha Ran concluded his breakfast, graciously served by Himari and Ikaros. He then embarked on a brief tour of the Heavenly Flame Continent. After ensuring the smooth retreat of the Caidie sisters, he returned to the Hokage office.

As time elapsed, the First Hokage, Second Hokage, and Fourth Hokage were taken aback as Nara Shikaku, Yamanaka Inoichi, and others arrived successively. Their surprise was evident at the early presence of Uchiha Ran in the office.

The Fifth Hokage demanded unwavering commitment from every participant.

Disregarding the curious glances, Uchiha Ran, realizing the majority had gathered, inquired, "Any additional points concerning the ninja list?"

The previous night, his clone had overseen the meeting on his behalf.

During the discussion, speculations were made about the weapons eligible for inclusion in the list.

First on the list were the seven swords once wielded by the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of Kirigakure. Since the implementation of the blood fog policy, only a few of these blades remained, making them attainable. Uchiha Ran clarified that the Hiramekarei and the Kubikiribōchō were now in Konoha's possession.

Samehada belonged to Kisame Hoshigaki under Akatsuki's control. Given Akatsuki's recent surrender to the position of Hokage, absorbing ninjas who were originally part of the root, it was now directly affiliated with Uchiha Ran, the Fifth Hokage. Hence, it was considered in their possession.

Nuibari were in the hands of the first user, Kuriarare Kushimaru, part of the Heartless Pair alongside Jinpachi Munashi. Both met their demise at the hands of Might Dai during the Ninja War. Through the technique of impure world reincarnation, attempts could be made to trace them.

Similarly, Kabutowari, once owned by Jinin Akebino, and the Shibuki belonging to Jinpachi Munashi, were part of the initial batch of the "Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist" in Kirigakure. Might Dai, who opened the Eight Inner Gates Formation, also killed the user of the two swords. Reincarnation techniques could be employed to operate these weapons.

Kiba, initially possessed by Raiga Kurosuki, was now under the control of Raiga and Ranmaru, both subordinates to Uchiha Ran, making them effectively part of Konoha.

In essence, three of the seven swords were now in Konoha's possession, and attempts could be made to reincarnate the other four through the use of the technique of reincarnation.

Next on the list were the five Six Paths ninja tools: the seven-star sword, the golden rope, the red gourd, the banana fan, and the amber bottle. As weapons left by Sage of Six Paths, the founder of the ninja sect, they were referred to as Six Paths ninja tools, derived from the God tree branches. 

To acquire them, Orochimaru would need to reincarnate golden horns and silver horn, and then obtain them through summoning.

The amber bottle, originally in Cloud Shinobi Village, had been recently acquired by Uchiha Ran.

Additionally, Tobirama's Sword of Thunder God, a unique mask for the Land of Whirlpools to communicate with Shinigami, Gunbai, a flame fan crafted from the branches of the God tree passed down through generations by the Uchiha clan, the chains of Uchiha Obito, and Ranmaru's earrings from the Dragon Ball World constituted the remaining half of the weapon list.

However, the condition was to successfully obtain all these items, requiring the team to split up and secure them individually.

In discussing matters at hand, a specific procedure needed to be followed. 

Ordinarily, if nothing special occured, it would be time to head to the Land of Iron to prepare for the Five Shadows talks. However, with Uchiha Ran capable of employing the Thunder God Technique, traversing the distance swiftly was a mere thought away.

Yet, preparations were essential; it was time to commence.

"The Sword of the Thunder God bears my mark; I will locate it myself and personally experience its power," Tobirama declared, assuming control of the conversation.

The opening statements were formal and proper, but the dialogue took an unexpected turn when he suddenly inquired, "Fifth Hokage, I heard from the clan's servants that both Tsuna-chan and Shizune disappeared unexpectedly during yesterday's hot spring visit. Are you aware of this?"

The Senju clan had its own barriers, personally crafted and blessed by Hashirama. Only a handful could move in and out without a sound in the entire ninja world.

Upon this revelation, Namikaze Minato and others promptly saluted Uchiha Ran.

After the prolonged communication, the affectionate gaze exchanged between Madara and Hashirama shifted as they turned away simultaneously.

Uchiha Obito concluded his defense against Kakashi's attempts to speak with Rin Nohara.

Seizing the opportunity, Orochimaru urged Jiraiya to observe Uchiha Ran together.

*Cough.*

Uchiha Ran set down the teacup and calmly explained, "I encountered some trouble last night, requiring the assistance of Tsunade and Shizune in the realm of Medical Ninjutsu. I simply forgot to inform them and request a leave."

The atmosphere suddenly warmed as everyone's eyes softened.

SWAT notes: Medical Ninjutsu.

They were all adults; didn't they comprehend the implications?

What kind of Medical Ninjutsu necessitated recruiting people from a hot spring?

"Yes, yes," Uzumaki Mito affirmed, nodding in satisfaction alongside Hashirama and Tobirama.

Uchiha Madara emitted a soft, disapproving pout.

Hinata and Yamanaka Ino were brimming with envy.

"By the way, Anko and Kurenai Yūhi also have matters to attend to, so I took the opportunity to request leave," Uchiha Ran added with a smile.

*Hiss.*

The sound of air being sucked in suddenly filled the room.

Except for Sasuke's innocent confusion, Naruto grasped the situation.

"This Fifth Hokage is quite formidable," whispered Uzumaki Kushina to Namikaze Minato.

"Am I not strong?" Namikaze Minato retorted with a rare competitive spirit.

Uzumaki Kushina promptly patted him, saying, "What are you discussing out here?"

Namikaze Minato was immediately taken aback.

Hadn't she said it first?

Fortunately, Kushina was highly content with her husband.

After all, being of the Uzumaki clan, she possessed extraordinary physical strength and remarkable resilience.

Though Minato was swift, his endurance was not lacking.

However, everything feared comparison.

Tsunade, Yuhi Red, Anko, Shizune, there are four.

Today, Tsunade's physique is much stronger than hers.

"I can't accept it," Jiraiya sighed.

Orochimaru glanced at him and knew he was making a pout.

"Jiraiya, you may have a chance to live forever in the future, please take your time," Orochimaru said hoarsely.

"Could it be that you are comforting me?" Jiraiya was a little surprised and surprised.

"It's pathetic!"

"I know that your dog can't spit ivory from its mouth."

"Aah."

"Cut!"

A group of people reaffirmed the strength of the Fifth Hokage.

The news spread "inadvertently" without Uchiha Ran's knowledge.

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