The Days of Being the Richest Man in the Ninja World

Chapter 138. Who Dares to Stop Me

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"Yuto, why are you here?"

"I came over for business and ended up being invited."

After the meeting, he followed the Konoha group.

At this moment, Uchiha Yuto looked somewhat surprised before bursting into laughter. "What a coincidence?!"

Yesterday, the system upgraded.

As a result, new industries required base stations to be set up. So, he went out to survey the area, looking for suitable locations while purchasing a few plots of land in the Land of Fire.

Originally, he considered acquiring Danzo's store, but since the man never mentioned selling, as a patriotic businessman, he didn't bring it up either.

Looking at Minato in front of him, he grinned and said, "Congratulations, Fourth Hokage-sama!"

Of course, he wasn't referring to himself!

No matter what, even if the Third Hokage really embezzled public funds, as long as Sarutobi Hiruzen firmly wanted Minato to be Hokage, the Daimyo would approve his decision.

Because Sarutobi Hiruzen was still the Third Hokage.

So, Yuto was just here to show his face and join in on the fun.

As for him becoming Hokage... only if Konoha truly went bankrupt and needed him to buy it out.

"Haha~" Minato laughed awkwardly before smiling bitterly. "I didn't expect this either."

Really!

He almost ran away on the spot. If he had stayed any longer... by the time he returned to the village, he'd have to wear a mask like Obito!

This Hokage meeting... was really unexpected.

But since the Third entrusted Konoha to him, he would never let anyone down.

Just then—

Sarutobi Hiruzen walked over, smiled at Yuto, then pulled Minato aside. In a serious yet hushed tone, he said, "Minato, as the Third Hokage... let me give you one last piece of advice!"

"Please speak, Third Hokage-sama!" Minato said respectfully.

"If Danzo comes asking for money in the next few days, don't hesitate—refuse him outright. Even though he is still a Hokage advisor, remember, you are the Hokage!"

"???"

Hokage-sama, what are you saying? I don't understand!

Minato was confused!

However—

Hiruzen continued seriously, "A few days ago... ahem, those who understand, understand, and those who don't understand won't understand even if I tell them. The waters are too deep. You'll understand in time!"

Pausing for a moment, he shook his head with a sigh, looking regretful. "Don't ask too much, don't talk too much, just refuse, that's all!"

"I... understand." Minato's heart tightened. He didn't ask further. "The Third Hokage is doing all this for Konoha!"

It seemed...

Was this Konoha's unspeakable darkness?

The Third Hokage sure had it tough!

"That's it, remember—you are the Hokage!"

Finishing his words, Hiruzen cast a complex look at Uchiha Yuto. He never expected... this brat actually used his Uchiha background to gain a noble title.

So, this is the power of money?

Because he trusted Danzo's wisdom too much, his painstakingly saved 80 million vanished without even making a splash, and he nearly got accused of embezzlement!

Now, Sarutobi Hiruzen was feeling very complicated.

The milk tea shop was identical, so why did it fail?!

Forget it.

Might as well go back and dance.

Sighing, shaking his head, he said, "You're incredible, Yuto!"

"It's all thanks to the Will of Fire guiding me!"

"Such a strong-willed, outstanding Konoha youth!"

"You overpraise me, Third Hokage-sama!"

"Shall we return to the village together?"

"Thank you, Third Hokage-sama. The road isn't exactly safe—I appreciate the escort!"

"No problem! You have great talent as a ninja—what a shame about the past."

At this moment—

Minato curiously asked, "Where is Danzo-sama?"

"Danzo, huh..." Hiruzen sighed melancholically, took a deep drag from his pipe, looking particularly helpless and dejected. "He's still sulking..."

Before he could finish speaking—

Suddenly—

"Boom!"

A loud explosion rang out in the distance!

Everyone's expressions changed as if they had realized something.

"Danzo-sama is in danger!"

Without hesitation, they exchanged glances and immediately dashed toward the explosion!

However—

There was one figure who had already rushed ahead before anyone else could react!

...

A little earlier—

After being refused by Hiruzen, Danzo was pissed off.

So, he set off back to the village alone with his Root ninjas, fuming in anger.

He secretly swore—

One day, not only would he prove to his teacher that he was better than Hiruzen, but he'd also show Hiruzen that—even in business—he wouldn't lose!

The first... two times were just accidents.

Just accidents!

Hiruzen was blind not to trust his best friend. But tomorrow, when he made his fortune, he'd personally slam 100 million in cash right in front of Hiruzen!

The extra 20 million? He'd just gift it to Hiruzen!

Then he'd make sure to laugh at him properly!

Danzo snorted coldly, muttering to himself, "Hmph! A mere 80 million! With my worth, do you think I care?"

Just as he finished speaking—

Suddenly—

The Root ninjas ahead came to a halt!

Danzo frowned, just about to scold them—

"Protect Danzo-sama!"

A Root ninja shouted.

Danzo immediately sensed something was wrong, his expression changing as he looked at his remaining Root members. "Retreat!"

"Whoosh! Whoosh!"

Silhouettes flickered in front of them!

There were ninjas from various villages—many rogue ninjas too!

They were surrounded!

And more importantly—

"Kirigakure's Kubikiribocho... Biwa Juzo!" Danzo's gaze darkened. "You dare block my path? Don't disgrace Kirigakure—leave at once!"

"Heh!" Biwa Juzo sneered disdainfully, raising his Kubikiribocho. "Kirigakure doesn't control me!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he glanced at the surrounding ninjas, then looked at his temporary partner, Kakuzu. "Shall we take him away first?"

"Alright!" Kakuzu responded flatly, then paused for a moment. "We'll deal with the other rats once we're out."

"Kirigakure rogue ninja..."

"Shut up!" The ninja wearing a Sunagakure forehead protector said in a deep voice. "Take him away first, then we'll discuss the rest!"

Konoha ninjas were just ahead. If they delayed any longer, they would be in trouble.

After all, this was the Land of Fire!

Without hesitation—

"Move!"

With that, everyone charged forward!

Danzo's face darkened. "A bunch of defeated ninjas dare try to capture me?! Sunagakure! Are you not afraid that Konoha will wage war against you?"

"You belong to Sunagakure! Return the life of the Third Kazekage!"

"Ridiculous! What does the disappearance of the Third Kazekage have to do with Konoha?"

"Doesn't matter! You are part of Sunagakure!"

"..."

Now that's just unreasonable.

Seeing that the enemy had already made their move, as the Darkness of the Ninja World, he wasted no time. Ordering his Root ninjas to act swiftly, he also jumped into action.

"If you want to capture me, it depends on whether you have the ability to do it!"

"Wind Release—"

"Earth Release—"

Ninjutsu and taijutsu clashed continuously.

Danzo's forehead was covered in sweat. [Stall! Just a little longer! Hiruzen will be here soon!]

Thinking of this, he smiled bitterly. He never expected... that in the end, he would still need Hiruzen to save him!

However—

Danzo's current strength was only so much. Against so many ambushers, how could he possibly win?

Especially—

"Today, I've come to reclaim my money!" Kakuzu rushed forward, staring at Konoha's Billion. "This time, no one can save you!"

This guy... was far weaker than the First Hokage!

Countless black tendrils shot out, about to capture Danzo—

"Fire Release: Dragon Fire Jutsu!"

A deep and furious voice rang out.

Kakuzu frowned slightly and withdrew his tendrils.

Suddenly—

A figure appeared before them.

The Third Hokage!

"Sarutobi Hiruzen!" Kakuzu's tone grew serious. "Today, you won't be able to save him!"

The surrounding enemies closed in!

"For the sake of the ninja world's peace, hand over Shimura Danzo!"

Yes!

With so many of them here—

A mere handful of Konoha ninjas couldn't stop them from capturing one man!

Even Danzo... felt helpless yet somewhat touched as he looked at that familiar figure.

It was always him.

Always arriving just in time to save him.

Unfortunately—

The others hadn't caught up yet, had they?

However—

Just as they finished speaking—

To their surprise—

Hiruzen took a step forward without hesitation, wrapped an arm around the utterly dumbfounded Danzo's shoulder, and said calmly,

"Today, I'm taking him with me! Let's see who dares to stop me!"

An overwhelming aura erupted, displaying the sheer dominance of the Third Hokage!

Instantly—

The enemy ninjas trembled, staring at the man before them!

It was as if they saw the heroic spirit of the ninja who once dominated the ninja world!

What an admirable bond!

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