Naruto: Sasuke loves to visit forums

Chapter 139 Condolences

"By the way, there is one more thing. It is an important reason why Hokage needs to serve as a jounin before taking the throne!"

After being infected by Sasuke, Neji's mood was a little high.

Just listen to him continue to add:

"That is, the inheritance of the Will of Fire!"

"Humph, the will of fire."

On the other side, after hearing this, Uchiha Sasuke snorted with disdain.

"what happened?"

Neji asked in confusion, feeling a little strange.

"Ah, it's okay, you go ahead."

After realizing that he had lost his composure, Sasuke returned to his normal tone and signaled Neji to finish what he just wanted to say.

"Ok."

Neji nodded and continued:

“The inheritance of the Will of Fire must be carefully nurtured and nurtured while the children are still young.

"If you are too young, your cognitive abilities are insufficient. No matter how old you are, you have already formed your own set of ideas.

"I heard people say that when a person is too young, his thoughts are like a pool of liquid, which is difficult to shape. When he is too old, he becomes a hard solid, which is difficult for anyone to shake.

“Only in adolescence can we have the ability to think, as well as the desire and willingness to learn. During this period, human minds are like plasticine, which can be guided and shaped according to the expectations of adults.

"Furthermore, the thoughts people formed in their teenage years will gradually become the foundation of their minds as they grow older. When they grow up, it will be difficult to shake and change them."

These words about teenagers were all overheard by Neji inadvertently while the adults of the Hyuga clan were talking to each other.

Although he only heard fragments of information in his ears, Neji was a smart enough person who understood everything. Now he summarized it bit by bit based on his understanding of being a Jonin.

"By the way, there are also emotions. In fact, it is not just thoughts. The emotional bonds formed during adolescence are also the most deep-rooted and precious for a person."

Neji continued to add:

"As a key link in the Hokage's promotion path. As a Jonin, you can not only gain the emotional trust of the next Hokage, but also exert influence during the critical period of the formation of his thoughts.

"On the two levels of emotional identification and ideological identification, we work together to form a double insurance. It not only ensures the stability of my position as Hokage, but also ensures the stability of the village's inheritance."

Neji took a breath and finally finished explaining his views on the connection between being a Jonin and the Hokage.

"The Will of Fire is the specific carrier that maintains this stability, and it is also the spirit that has been passed down from generation to generation among Hokage-sama over the years.

"So, what do you think about this thing?"

Hyuga Neji still didn't forget Sasuke's initial attitude, so he asked.

"I think there may be no problem with the Will of Fire, but the use of the Will of Fire may not be as simple as what we learned in ninja school."

Sasuke hesitated for a moment, but still expressed his dissatisfaction with the Will of Fire these days:

"I see that when they are encouraging others to sacrifice, they talk a lot about the 'will of fire'. But when it is really their turn to sacrifice themselves, they start to make another sacrifice, and give it to you instead. What’s more important than talking about the overall situation.”

For a long time, Sasuke's attitude towards the Will of Fire has been one of "I don't understand, I am familiar with it, I don't blindly follow it, and I don't care".

But ever since he heard about the influence of the Will of Fire on Uchiha Itachi in the Kamui Space, he began to think deeply about this concept he had been exposed to since childhood when he had nothing to do.

"I have been thinking these days that the Will of Fire is actually an ideological purpose that calls for sacrifice, has the courage to sacrifice, honors sacrifice, and even makes mythical sacrifice.

"Speaking of which, isn't the caged bird on your forehead the perfect embodiment of the will of fire?"

Uchiha Sasuke analyzed Neji.

Hinata Neji nodded.

Although he did not see the essence of "The Will of Fire" as clearly as Sasuke, but based on the situation of the separated family and his own long-term position, it was indeed difficult for Neji to have much identification with the Will of Fire.

Is it possible that we really have to be like some old antiques who have been separated from their families and still have a sense of nobility while being a slave?

Cheap or not!

"So, what do you think about this thing?"

Neji wanted to hear Sasuke's thoughts again.

"The Ninja Village, as a military organization that focuses on combat, often faces a very fierce game environment. Under such a background, the fight to the end is likely to be about who is tough enough.

"In other words, an organization that takes the initiative to sacrifice, is willing to sacrifice, and has people who sacrifice, is the organization that can win in the end and is ruthless enough."

"Reflected in the game, it means the ability to maximize efficiency and the ability to optimize and coordinate resource allocation. These abilities will be reflected in the game pattern in the end, and are the embodiment of real combat effectiveness."

"According to what you say, the will of fire is necessary for its existence?"

Hyuga Neji had never thought so much before, and at this time, inspired by Sasuke, he officially began to think deeply.

"From the perspective of Lord Hokage, and even the high-level rulers of Konoha, this is indeed the case. It is useful, and it is of great use.

"But when it comes to the Uchiha clan and your Hyuga clan, that's not the case at all."

As the saying goes, a grain of ashes of the times is like a mountain when it falls on an individual.

Six months ago, Sasuke was suspected of colluding with Orochimaru for an inexplicable reason, and was finally detained by ANBU.

Although this encounter did not last long, it made him understand that the Konoha Hidden Ninja Village, which seemed to be stable and peaceful for a long time, might show its fangs to him under certain circumstances.

This special experience had a big impact on his young mind.

Before that, he also believed that matters involving the safety of the village needed to be stricter.

However, when the suspicion pointed at him, the tremendous pressure made Sasuke understand——

The premise of doing whatever it takes is that you have not become that price in the first place.

Regarding this point, as a member of the Hyuga branch who has been destined to be a consumable since birth, Hyuga Neji has a strong resonance in his heart.

"The Fourth Hokage, and even the Second Hokage, they all used their lives to implement the Will of Fire. When they had the choice, they chose to give up the chance of survival to others, making themselves the ones who sacrificed. .”

"This kind of person is a saint. However, the problem with the Will of Fire lies here. Do you think there are more saints or more mortals in this world?"

Sasuke asked.

Neji didn't answer.

Such a question really needs no answer at all.

"If we were all mortals, everyone would tremble in their hearts when facing death.

"Then when it comes time to implement the Will of Fire, which one to sacrifice will no longer depend on the level of consciousness, but will become a naked comparison of strength.

"Under such circumstances, the Will of Fire becomes a weapon in the hands of the strong and their biggest accomplice in oppressing and exploiting the weak!"

In Neji's mind, he suddenly remembered Hinata Hinashi's deep confession to him one day in front of his father's memorial tablet.

//

"Your father is the person who implemented the will of fire. He protected the Byakugan of our Hyuga clan. He protected the interests of Konoha."

"He is Konoha's hero! We will always remember him."

//

At that time, Neji just felt irritated and painful, but every word the other person said was good, and it seemed that he should not be ignorant or ungrateful.

At this moment, after Sasuke pointed out the problem of the Will of Fire, he remembered the scene again.

A strong feeling of vomiting was churning in Neji's stomach.

For the first time, he clearly felt that "singing praises" turned out to be such a disgusting thing.

Neji took a deep breath and slowly calmed down.

No matter what, Sasuke must become Hokage first before everything will change.

After a while, Neji broke the silence between the two and said:

"However, you must understand that the Will of Fire is the highest concept and ideological standard in the current Konoha Hidden Ninja Village. The degree of recognition of it is also a key criterion for whether a person can become Hokage."

Based on a realistic stance, Neji reminded:

"Even if you don't recognize him in your heart, you must be patient and hide it. Otherwise, it may take a long time for the ideal world you mentioned before to be truly realized."

Sasuke shook his head quietly and continued: "I have also thought about this issue.

"It's easy to deny something, but just being a critical critic doesn't really change anything.

"Today, the most important thing for us is not to break something or just hide our intentions.

“The most important thing is to find a substitute that everyone can agree on and is better than Will of Fire.

"Before that, blindly attacking or opposing the Will of Fire will only bring greater destruction to everyone in the village."

Neji looked at Sasuke quietly, and suddenly realized that in the past, he only wanted to change his own destiny.

As for other things related to Naruto, even at the village level, I almost didn't think too much about it.

From this point of view, compared to the companions in front of me, my field of vision is indeed relatively narrow.

In addition, Sasuke's true thoughts have never been revealed to him in such detail as he did today.

At a certain moment, Hyuga Neji even felt that he might not really understand this dream partner he had hand-picked before.

"what?"

Feeling that the other party was staring at him, Sasuke felt strange and asked with a smile.

"nothing."

Neji also smiled and praised:

"It seems that you are really thinking actively and preparing to become Hokage.

"I didn't expect that at such a young age, you already have the vision and thinking of the Hokage."

As he spoke, Neji thought to himself.

It seems that if you are a genius, no matter what you do, as long as you take it seriously, you will be more efficient than ordinary people.

Not only the practice of Ninjutsu, but also regarding the matter of ascending to the rank of Hokage, Sasuke's thinking is more essential, and the quality shown is indeed more in-depth and solid than the average careerist.

"Hey! Don't praise me like that! I feel like it's not a good thing to say."

Sasuke quickly interrupted. Although I can't remember where I heard such comments.

But when he heard the words "Hokage thinking", Sasuke instinctively felt uncomfortable and didn't want to be associated with such a comment.

The two laughed and chatted for a while about the meaning of the new organization "branch" and the value it might have to themselves.

Regarding this kind of thing that has not been recorded in books and there are not enough examples for reference in reality, Hyuga Neji said that he was not sure.

However, after hearing that the personnel of the new organization might be selected from the "Root" organization, Neji became very interested in the conflicts and entanglements between the Fifth Hokage and Shimura Danzo.

Regarding the third option given by Jiraiya, the two just chatted for a while and did not come to a clear understanding.

"In short, these three choices, no matter what the final result is, it means that your status in Konoha Ninja Village will once again be greatly improved."

Hinata Neji said and couldn't help but sigh again:

"Oh, I have to hurry up and improve myself."

Looking at the ordinary and lively village under the roof, Neji couldn't help but become eager for the next Chunin Exam.

"Last time I went to the Kingdom of Water, I didn't get the opportunity to learn water escape ninjutsu. It's really a pity."

Uchiha Sasuke wandered along the Konoha River.

"It doesn't matter. Thanks to you, we are now closer allies to Kirigakure Ninja Village than Sunagakure Ninja Village."

Hinata Neji half-joked.

"Except for the forbidden arts at the bottom of the box, the exchange of ninjutsu between the two sides has been completely liberalized. In the future, there will be many opportunities."

At this moment, the two of them had just had lunch, yawning, and each thinking about what they were going to do in the afternoon.

"Sasuke! So you are here! We are looking for you everywhere!"

In the distance, Uzumaki Naruto ran up to the two of them and said to Sasuke breathlessly.

"Sasuke-kun, how about lunch."

Behind Naruto, Haruno Sakura hurried over just as quickly.

"Ah, Neji is here too."

Haruno Sakura was seen twisting her arms coquettishly, pretending to be a lady, and saying hello to Sasuke.

"Ah? What happened?"

Seeing the two looking for him, Uchiha Sasuke asked in confusion.

"Oh! It's Kakashi! Kakashi-sensei has completed his mission and has returned to the village!"

Uzumaki Naruto put his hand on the forehead protector on his head and said excitedly.

"Yeah?!"

Hearing the name of his mentor, Sasuke couldn't help but feel happy.

Immediately, he said goodbye to Neji in a hurry.

Afterwards, the three members of Team 7 gathered together again and hurried towards the Konoha Jounin apartment where Kakashi lived.
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"not at home?"

Three teenagers stood at the door of Kakashi's room. In front of them was the elite Jonin, Metkai, who had also just finished his mission and had just returned today.

"Yes! He went to visit his best friend's grave. Every time he leaves or returns to the village, this is always the first thing he does."

Metkai explained to the three little ones.

"So, is he at the Konoha Ninja Tomb now?"

Uchiha Sasuke asked.

"Ah, judging by the time, that should be it."

Metkai muttered.

"Understood! Then thank you, Teacher Kai!"

"Bye-Bye!"

"Goodbye, Teacher Kai!"

Several people made a noise and trotted quickly again, rushing towards the direction of the Konoha Ninja Tomb.

"Ah! This is the beautiful youth full of the rising sun!"

Looking at the backs of the three people running, Metkai showed his signature smile and gave the three people a big thumbs up from behind.

"Speaking of which, I don't know what kind of person this good friend Kakashi-sensei is."

The three of them were walking on the road, Uzumaki Naruto asked out of boredom.

"It seems that he was a good friend in the same class after graduating from the ninja school. I heard that when Kakashi-sensei was very young, that person died in the war."

Haruno Sakura answered, her voice getting lower and lower, as if she was avoiding the dead.

Classmates, right?

Like, you and Sasuke are the same?

Hearing Sakura's answer, Uzumaki Naruto and Sasuke were both moved in their hearts.

Unexpectedly, this teacher, who didn't look very serious all day long, was also burdened with such a heavy story.

"Then, how exactly did he die?"

Naruto asked curiously.

"I don't know about that. We can ask Kakashi-sensei face to face after we go."

Haruno Sakura answered.

While they were talking, the three of them had already arrived in front of the Konoha Ninja Tomb.

I saw Hatake Kakashi squatting in front of the tombstone, silently mourning.

After hearing the noise and seeing that the people coming were Sasuke and others, Kakashi straightened up and greeted the three of them.

"Huh? It's you three."

"Kakashi-sensei!"

Uzumaki Naruto and Haruno Sakura shouted loudly, and ran to their leading jounin one after another, and greeted Kakashi affectionately.

Sasuke slowly followed the two of them, smiling shyly at Kakashi.

"How did you know I was here?"

Kakashi stroked the heads of Naruto and Sakura with his hands, and asked several people with a smile.

"Teacher Kai told us!"

"By the way, Kakashi-sensei, is it the friend who is very important to you who comes here to express your condolences every time?"

Naruto and Sakura said one after another.

"Ah, yes."

Kakashi Hatake's eyes looked at the memorial monument again.

Then he quickly came back to his senses and said to several people:

"Long time no see, how about we go eat ramen together?"

"Wow! Long live Kakashi-sensei! Ramen ramen ramen."

As soon as he heard that he wanted to eat ramen, Naruto forgot everything.

Kakashi slowly walked to the tombstone and bent down again. He briefly arranged the tributes and said:

"Then, let's do this for today.

"I'll come see you another day, Obito."

"!"

Hearing this name, Uchiha Sasuke felt like he was struck by lightning.

"Kakashi-sensei, what was the name of this old friend you just called?"

Sasuke asked quickly.

"Obito."

Kakashi felt very strange seeing Sasuke like this.

"Uchiha what?!"

Sasuke asked again.

"Uchiha Obito."

"Wait a minute! How do you know he is from the Uchiha clan?"

Kakashi was filled with doubts.

Uchiha family.

Deep in darkness.

Disappointed in the ninja world.

Very familiar with the people and things in Konoha.

In the Kamui space, Uchiha Obito's words and his appearance wearing an orange vortex mask flashed in Sasuke's mind.

All kinds of clues intertwined rapidly in Sasuke's mind. Finally, he took a deep breath, raised his head, and said slowly to Kakashi:

"It is very possible that your companion is not dead."

(End of this chapter)