socalfunplaces Chapter 43 Dinner with My Wife After the War
Chapter 43 Dinner with My Wife After the War
He himself, accompanied by several secret guards, leisurely embarked on his journey home.
Heading south, he didn't take a straight route but instead took a detour, passing through several small towns affected by the war.
Some houses in the town were still under repair, but the townspeople no longer showed the panic and unease of wartime. Children chased and played in the streets and alleys, vendors' cries rose and fell, and in the fields, farmers worked hard for next year's harvest.
When the Hokage passes by, people spontaneously stop what they are doing and bow respectfully from a distance. In their eyes, there is no fear, only heartfelt respect and gratitude.
Hiruzen Sarutobi watched all of this quietly.
His face bore the gentle and kind smile befitting a Hokage.
The tension in my heart finally eased after seeing this land come back to life.
Worth it.
Having been transported to this godforsaken place, I live in constant fear, watching countless tragic endings until I'm on the verge of a nervous breakdown, all for the sake of seeing this scene before me.
If all the hardship can be reduced for the people of this land, and if he himself can live a peaceful and stable life until his death, then all the suffering will be worthwhile.
When the familiar gates of Konoha Village came into view, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a pang of emotion.
Finally... I'm home.
When the familiar and towering gates of Konoha Village finally appeared on the horizon, the setting sun had already dyed half the sky red.
When the ninja guarding the gate saw the figure dressed in civilian clothes, yet still unable to conceal his unique aura, he was first taken aback, then suddenly stood up straight, his face filled with fervent reverence.
"Lord Hokage! You're back!"
"The Hokage is back!"
The news spread like wildfire throughout the entire village in an instant.
The villagers on both sides of the street spontaneously poured out. When they looked at the man walking slowly towards them, the awe they had felt at first sight was gone. Instead, they felt a heartfelt warmth and love, as if he were a family member.
"Hokage-sama, thank you for your hard work!"
"Welcome home, Hokage!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and waved.
On his young but slightly tired face was a gentle smile, like a spring breeze, making everyone who saw him feel incredibly at ease.
I walked through the cheering crowd and went home.
As he pushed open the familiar wooden door, a warm aroma of food instantly enveloped him.
The soft sound of a spatula stirring could be heard from the kitchen.
"I'm back."
Hiruzen Sarutobi changed his shoes in the entryway, his voice tinged with weariness.
"You're back."
Sarutobi Biwako, wearing an apron, peeked out of the kitchen and, upon seeing her husband, immediately broke into a smile.
She walked over quickly, took his clothes naturally, hung them on the hanger, and smoothed out the wrinkles on the collar.
"You must be exhausted from your journey, covered in dust. Your meal will be ready soon."
"Um."
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, went into the washroom, and wiped his face with a warm towel.
Looking at her young face in the mirror, but with a few fine lines around her eyes, she couldn't help but laugh at herself.
"He's only in his early forties, but he looks like he's sixty. Being the Hokage really ages you."
In that moment of tranquility and warmth, the cold, mechanical voice arrived in his mind as expected.
[Detection indicates the host has successfully achieved a complete victory in the initial phase of the Second Shinobi World War, establishing Konoha's absolute dominance.]
[Mission Rating: Epic Perfect!]
[Rewards are being distributed...]
[Congratulations, host! Your physical constitution and chakra recovery speed have been greatly enhanced!]
boom!
A vast and pure life energy erupted from the deepest part of his body.
Hiruzen Sarutobi felt every cell in his body cheering and jumping for joy.
My body felt as if it were soaking in a warm spring, and the fatigue from the intense battle and mental exhaustion was completely swept away.
The total amount of chakra surged again.
More importantly, he could feel his body's self-healing ability had reached a whole new level.
The skin that was scratched during the battle with the Third Raikage is now healing at a speed visible to the naked eye, without leaving a single scar.
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The next morning, Hiruzen Sarutobi appeared in the Hokage's office looking refreshed.
The improvement he experienced yesterday was comprehensive. He felt that even if he worked for three days and three nights straight, he wouldn't feel tired at all.
"Lord Hokage, you look to be in good spirits," a member of the Anbu ninja said respectfully as he appeared behind him.
"Hmm, you slept well." Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, sitting down in the chair symbolizing the highest authority in Konoha. "Tell me, while I was away, did anything major happen in the village?"
"Reporting back to the Hokage, all is well. However…" the Anbu ninja paused, "...Lord Danzo…"
"What's wrong with him?"
"Lord Danzo... After finishing the cleanup work at the fortress, he rushed back overnight and has been staying in his office ever since, refusing to see anyone. He only asked his subordinates to tell you that he has compiled a detailed plan for postwar reconstruction and wants to report it to you as soon as you return."
Hiruzen Sarutobi was somewhat surprised after hearing this.
He originally thought Danzo would be upset because he had left him to deal with the mess, but he didn't expect the guy to be so dedicated.
"Let him come to see me." Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand. "Also, inform Koharu, Homura, Kagami, and the heads of all the major clans that a high-level meeting will be held in one hour."
"yes!"