Civilians in Konoha, forging their own paths

After the meeting, Dihuangmaru, who wanted to go back directly, was stopped by Sarutobi Hiruzen, and the two went to the Hokage's office together.

In the Hokage's office, Sarutobi Hiruzen took two puffs of his pipe, "Dihuangwan, I didn't expect you to see Tsunade's reform proposals so thoroughly!"

"Hokage-sama, to be honest, Lady Tsunade asked for my opinion before making this suggestion, so I have a deeper understanding of it!"

"I heard that Tsunade Yume got over her emotional problems so quickly and recovered. Are you helping her?"

"I just did what I should do as a friend and companion. As for whether Tsunade-senpai can get over it, it all depends on her. As the granddaughter of the first generation and the princess canonized by the Fire Nation, I believe she will completely get over her heart knot!"

"Dihuangwan, do you want to become Hokage?"

"Hmm? Hokage-sama, why are you asking this question? I've never considered becoming a Hokage!"

"Why don't you consider becoming a Hokage? You are so young, but you are already so strong. With time, it is not impossible for you to become a top-level strongman like the Shodaime!"

"Hokage-sama, let me ask you, do you think the first generation is qualified to be Hokage?"

"Huh? This..."

"The first generation is the strongest in the ninja world and is known as the God of Ninja! As the builder of the village, his status is unquestionable, but as a leader, he is not so qualified. In my opinion, the second generation is the real leader, and I think I am more like the first generation. I just want to be a vase to fill the door. I really don't want to do anything else!"

"Dihuangwan, since you don't want to be Hokage, who do you think is more suitable to be Hokage among my three disciples and Sakumo?"

Damn it, the third generation is here to test me today! Dihuang Wan complained in his heart!

After thinking for a moment, Dihuangwan said, "Sakumo-senpai is undoubtedly the strongest among them, and he also has the longest experience! But the three ninjas all have great potential. In a few years, their strength will reach the level of Kage. Jiraiya-senpai has a cheerful personality, likes freedom, and is not mature enough. Orochimaru-senpai is well-balanced in all aspects. He has strength, ability, strategy, and means. He is undoubtedly the best candidate!"

"Oh? You think highly of Orochimaru!"

"I have more contact with Orochimaru-senpai, and I know him a little better."

"What about Tsunade? You didn't mention Tsunade just now!"

"Tsunade-senpai, I think it all depends on her! After the medical ninja training system is perfected, Tsunade-sama's reputation will undoubtedly be the highest among the few. In addition, with her status as the granddaughter of the first generation and the princess of the Land of Fire, as long as she wants, she will have a great chance of becoming Hokage!"

"Dihuang Wan, if you were given a choice, who would you support?"

Damn, this is a life-threatening question! Sarutobi Hiruzen, you want to train a successor, right? Why don’t you just make your own choice? Dihuangwan complained in his heart again!

"Hokage-sama is at the peak of his powers, I don't think it's necessary to decide on the next successor too early! But if I have to choose one, I'll choose Senior Orochimaru! However, no matter who among them succeeds, I will support them, all for Konoha!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen took a few puffs of his pipe and was silent for a moment, "Dihuangwan, what do you think of this war so far?"

"Hokage-sama, I think it's only a matter of time before Konoha wins!"

"Sagakure has surrendered and withdrawn from World War II. Rain Country has also reached an armistice agreement. Iwagakure is a tough character. The Four-Tails and Five-Tails Jinchuriki are all there, making them a tough nut to crack! Kumogakure is a group of fence-sitters. They will bite whichever side is weak and take advantage of everything! Kirigakure is a bit trickier. Although there are not many top-level strongmen, there are many Blood Ninjas, and the overall strength is very strong. As time goes by, the advantages I formed when I was undercover in the early stage are now gone. However, Kirigakure currently has no Jinchuriki, and the Three-Tails and Six-Tails have not found suitable hosts! I guess they won't be able to appear in this war! They are weak in the follow-up!"

"I think the best option is to achieve another quick victory on the Eastern Front and force Kirigakure to withdraw from World War II!" Dihuangwan said.

"Dihuangwan, I think you are the most suitable person for the position of Hokage!" said Sarutobi Hiruzen.

Dihuangwan smiled bitterly and said, "Hokage-sama, please don't mention this matter anymore. I really don't want to be Hokage!"

"Well, okay, what you said is similar to what I thought! You should go to the eastern battlefield tomorrow and take down Kirigakure as soon as possible!" said Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"Yes, Hokage-sama!"

"The supply scroll is still being prepared. You can go to the Combat Logistics Department to collect it when you leave tomorrow! I will give everyone a heads up in advance and notify the East Front Command to prepare to welcome your arrival!" said Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"Yes, I understand!" Then Dihuangwan left the Hokage's office.

As soon as he walked out of the Hokage building, Dihuangwan saw Tsunade waiting for him, "Sister Tsunade, why don't you go and prepare for the implementation of the reform plan, but you are waiting for me!"

"Di Huang Wan, I have to thank you in person! You helped me a lot today!"

"Sister Tsunade, you're welcome. Your plan is a great help to all Konoha ninjas!"

"What did Sarutobi-sensei tell you? It took you so long to come out!"

"Hokage-sama asked me which of you three ninjas I think will be the next Hokage!"

Tsunade was stunned after hearing this, and her expression changed a little, but soon returned to normal: "Then who do you think is good?"

Dihuangwan noticed Tsunade's abnormality, "I told Hokage-sama, if you don't want to be Hokage, I'm optimistic about Orochimaru-senpai. If you want to be Hokage, no one can compete with you!"

Tsunade looked at Dihuangwan in astonishment, obviously not expecting Dihuangwan to answer like this!

"So, Tsunade-san, do you want to be Hokage?"

"I..." Tsunade thought of her dead brother and lover, "Only a fool wants to be Hokage!"

"You? Then Senior Orochimaru must thank you very much! His chances of competing for the next Hokage have greatly increased!" Dihuangmaru said.

"By the way, Sister Tsunade, I'm heading to the battlefield tomorrow!"

"Oh? Where to?"

"Eastern Front!"

"Kirigakure! You can really make full use of your water jutsu! Let's mourn for those guys in Kirigakure!"

"Yes! They have always been dissatisfied with my title of Little Water God! This time I go there, I will teach them how to play with water!"

"Come to the Senju clan's base tonight. Grandma and I will see you off! Call Feiyun!"

"Okay! Sister Tsunade is treating us, I dare not refuse!"

That night, Dihuangwan took Kurama Feiyun to visit the Senju clan’s residence and did not return until late at night.

"Dihuangwan-kun, I know you are already very strong, but I still hope you can protect yourself and not get hurt!" said Kurama Feiyun.

At night, Anma Feiyun stayed in Dihuangwan's house, and the two hugged each other.

"Well, don't worry! I will protect myself! As for you, the medical ninja system will be reformed. As one of the few high-level medical ninjas, you will be involved in it. I'm afraid you will be very busy during this period. You must take good care of yourself and combine work and rest!"

"Yeah, I will!"