Naruto: Did i Just Get Reincarnated as Gojo?

Chapter 32: I Am a Remnant of the Old Era, the New Era Has No Branch for Me!

"Minato, you came to see this me today. Is there something you need?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi puffed on his pipe, his face adorned with a benevolent smile.

Indeed, just based on appearance, he seemed much more amiable than Danzo Shimura or Homura Mitokado.

Since stepping down from his position, Hiruzen Sarutobi appeared to have completely relinquished his authority to Minato, no longer interfering in Konoha's political affairs.

However, a person's reputation and influence, even without their conscious effort, could still be leveraged by those with ulterior motives.

"Third Hokage, it's been a while."

After exchanging pleasantries, Minato produced the manuscript for "Adaptability." "Please take a look."

"Oh? What's this?"

Hiruzen raised an eyebrow, surprised that Minato, with his busy schedule, had brought a manuscript on his rare visit.

What could it be? Surely not a lewd magazine like those penned by that rascal Jiraiya.

Hiruzen opened the manuscript and began reading, word by word.

As he progressed, his expression grew increasingly peculiar, especially when he came across the term "secret police."

Without any explicit context, such a loaded term could easily be associated with the village's ANBU Black Ops. And the leader of the ANBU was none other than the current Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi himself...

Hiruzen narrowed his eyes. "Minato, this article... was written by that Gojo boy, wasn't it?"

"Yes."

Minato didn't attempt to hide it.

Because... Kaigetsu's usual behavior, both spoken and written, always carried a distinct and easily recognizable style.

Hiruzen nodded, understanding the purpose of Minato's visit.

It was most likely due to the phrase "Secret Police."

Minato was a kind and straightforward individual, not prone to beating around the bush. Hiruzen knew this well.

Therefore, this was essentially a test from Gojo Kaigetsu.

He could choose to protect his own influence by explicitly directing the ambiguous term towards Danzo. Or he could choose to turn a blind eye and let it slide.

Without much hesitation, he made his choice.

Hiruzen set down his pipe and clasped his hands behind his back, facing the Hokage Rock.

"Minato..."

"I am a remnant of the old era. The new era has no branch for me."

"Don't worry about my thoughts. Do what you believe is right, boldly and without hesitation!"

Minato was taken aback. He stood up and positioned himself behind Hiruzen. "Yes, Third Hokage."

Looking at Hiruzen's back, Minato thought to himself, "Kaigetsu-kun, you were wrong this time."

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Several things happened in Konoha during those days.

Firstly, the grand opening of "Ichiraku's Ninja Tools" in the new commercial district. With its excellent craftsmanship and affordable prices, it quickly gained the same reputation as Ichiraku Ramen.

It generated a surge in spending among Konoha's ninjas, contributing significantly to the village's tax revenue.

Moreover, the owner of the ninja tools shop, Teuchi's son, planned to search for substitutes for the main ingredient of the Body Tempering Potion within Konoha.