A few days later.

On a sunny spring morning, a dusty traveler came to Konoha Village.

It is a disguised Jiraiya.

Before entering the village, he also noticed the changes in Konoha from his background.

Outside the village, some forests have been cleared and turned into patches of fields. To his surprise, it was not a farmer who was busy in those fields, but a famous Konoha ninja.

They walked around the field with their trouser legs and a small machine, and soon planted large seedlings that looked effortless.

I couldn't help but feel very curious, and walked over to get close to one of the Konoha ninjas, and soon learned from the other party:

Originally.

This kind of machine is called a rice transplanter, which is driven by ninja chakra as energy, and can realize automatic rice transplanting, greatly improving the work efficiency and quality of rice transplanting.

It was developed by Konoha's scientific ninjutsu R&D department, replacing the original manual rice transplanting with a semi-mechanized way, greatly improving efficiency.

As for these fertile rice fields, they were created by the Konoha ninjas through soil retreat and then irrigated with water retreat, and the food they produce can already make Konoha self-sufficient.

It seems that Konoha Village has changed a lot.

I can't help but sigh.

He originally thought that after the Uchiha clan returned to Konoha, it would not be much better than Danzo, after all, the Uchiha were notoriously warmongering, and they were asserted by the second generation as "naturally evil clan".

In order to realize the ambition of unifying the ninja world, the Uchiha high-level leaders led by Tsunaku will definitely fight everywhere, bringing endless pain and disasters to the ninja world.

But what I never expected was that.

After the Uchiha's return, he immediately announced the status of Konoha as a permanent neutral village, and began a vigorous reform, which developed rapidly with a peaceful and open attitude.

For half a year, the people of Uchiha did not leave Konoha a single step, and Konoha Village did not have any conflicts with the outside world.

Jiraiya has followed the revelation of the Toad Immortal of Myoki Mountain, and has been struggling to find the child of prophecy, Naruto Uzumaki.

During this period, he continued to hear about the changes in Konoha from various sources, and he also saw people from various countries and ninja villages running towards Konoha one after another.

Finally, when passing by Konoha this time, Jiraiya couldn't hold back anymore.

He planned to put the search for Naruto aside for a while and take a few days to go back to Konoha to take a look for himself.

Before I knew it, I had arrived at the entrance of the village.

Over here...... Is it really the Konoha Village he remembers?

As far as the eye can see, it is a luxurious village gate, about ten meters wide and seven or eight meters high, for pedestrians and caravans to enter and exit.

Around, there are stretches of residential communities, and there are several construction sites, many Uchiha ninjas wearing yellow hard hats, and they are in full swing with wooden ninjutsu.

On the street in the distance, bustling and lively, the flow of people is weaving, and a nine-story watchtower tens of meters high stands at the end of Yile Avenue. Even the mountains behind Konoha have been built one after another.

Look brand-new.

This is Jiraiya's impression of Konoha.

In just half a year, Konoha has changed even more than in the past few decades, which is really incredible.

After being stunned for a while at the entrance of the village, he came back to his senses, and then slowly walked into the village.

Stepping on the familiar road of Ichiraku again, surrounded by a bustling crowd of people, there was a bustling noise.

I can clearly feel that there are more shops on both sides of the street, and the rows are dazzling. Business is also very good, with people lining up in front of almost every store.

One of the hottest shops sells all kinds of trendy electronic devices, such as computers, cameras, radios, and the like.

Street lamps and telephone poles have also been erected in the village, and some ninjas are installing wiring and debugging the network.

Not only has Konoha become bigger and livelier, but it has also become more electrified.

At this time, a tour group approached and attracted the attention of Jiraiya.

Two beautiful Konoha female ninjas walked in front, holding loudspeakers, and were enthusiastically introducing the customs and history of Konoha to the tourists.

Judging from their appearance, those tourists came from all over the ninja world, and there were sixty-seven-year-old people, also children of several years old, waving small flags in their hands, passing by Jiraiya in the midst of talking and laughing.

Listening to the comments of these tourists, they are going to visit the Minamiga Shrine of the Uchiha clan next, and they are going to buy a lot of souvenirs.

For example, the high-necked blue robes of the Uchiha clan, the fan with the Uchiha clan crest emblazoned, and the limited-edition kunai and the like.

Since defeating the 100,000 allied forces in the ninja world, the Uchiha has become a well-deserved number one family in the ninja world.

This clan is not only so powerful that it is boundless, but the key is that it is also very handsome, whether it is clothing or the height and appearance of the clan, it is the first-class ninja world.

As a result, there are many "fans" of the Uchiha clan in the ninja world.

The negative image of the Uchiha for decades has turned out to be reversed like this.

Jiraiya sighed again.

After separating from the tour group, he saw patrols from the police department, which were policing the streets.

The members of the patrol team, in addition to the Hyuga clan, also appeared a lot of civilian ninjas. They are friendly and patient in maintaining order, and also provide assistance to the villagers of Konoha and visitors from outside.

Walking and walking.

Grunt.

There was a protest in my stomach, and it was just time for lunch, so I thought about it and came to Ichiraku Ramen with a familiar car.

Ten years ago, when this restaurant first opened, he came to eat it and remembered the wonderful taste.

So every time I go back to the village, I come to eat a bowl.

"Boss, let's have a bowl of miso ramen."

Jiraiya sat on the stool and said hello.

"Okay, wait a minute."

The boss responded with a smile on his hand, wiped the sweat on his forehead with a towel, and plunged into the back kitchen again.

After waiting for two minutes, a bowl of steaming ramen with a rich aroma was brought to Jiraiya.

Slippery.

Zilai couldn't wait to take a bite of noodles, his pupils suddenly dilated, he put down his chopsticks, and praised with a thumbs up: "Boss, your skills are getting better and better, this noodle is really chewy." ”

"You've won a prize."

"That's because the wheat used to make this noodle is a newly developed variety of Konoha and is of the highest quality. ”

When Jiraiya heard this, he picked up the noodles in surprise and looked at them twice.

Then.

With a sound of chirping, a few children with school bags walked into Ichiraku Ramen and sat next to Jiraiya.

They are all students of the ninja school.

I didn't move silently, listening to the little ghosts chatting.

"My sister was admitted to the middle ninja class with a good score of 10th and got a full scholarship, she said that she would continue to study until she graduated from the upper ninja, and then stay in the ninja school to engage in scientific research. You guys envy it, hehe. ”

A little imp snorted and proudly flaunted his sister.

As soon as the words fell, someone snorted softly:

"What's the big deal, your sister is amazing, but you yourself are the tail of the crane, so let's think about how to deal with this midterm exam first." In other words, after this exam, I will be re-assigned according to my grades, and I must seize the opportunity to be admitted to the elite class! ”

"And me!"

A girl next to her raised her hand with a look of longing, "I heard that there is an Uchiha Sasuke in the elite class, who was born in the number one family in the ninja world, not only is his score first in all subjects, but he is also very handsome." When I am admitted to the elite class, I must be at the same table as him. ”

Her words were immediately ridiculed by another girl:

"Don't be a nymphomaniac, look in the mirror. Sasuke is a top student, he has been practicing all day long, and he has no interest in girls at all, so it is impossible for him to like you. ”

A few little ghosts, you can talk to me one by one, and you can't stop talking.

From their chat, Jiraiya learned about the various system reforms and changes in the ninja school, and he was more and more surprised.

After a while.

Swish.

The curtain on Ichiraku Ramen was lifted, and three more students walked in.

It's the ghost light Mizutsuki, Chojuro and Shiro.

"Uncle, have you finished eating, let me go."

Shui Yue dug her nostrils, and when she saw that there was no place, she opened her mouth and urged Zi Laiye.

"Oh, I'm sorry."

Jiraiya smiled, stood up, and gave up his seat for the three of them.

Then, he heard the whispers of the students next to him:

"Look, it's the people of the elite class, and it's said that they all have good grades, second only to Sasuke."

"Of course, I heard that these three guys are all disciples of the fifth generation of Mizukage in Fog Hidden Village, and they were sent by her to study in Konoha."

"Do you say, will they return to the fog in the future, or will they stay in Konoha after graduation? After all, our Konoha is much stronger than the broken village of Fog Hide. ”

Ghost Lantern Shui Yue raised her eyebrows, turned her head and smiled at a few people, revealing two rows of sharp teeth:

"Classmate, what did you say? I didn't hear clearly, so it's okay to say it again. ”

"I... We, nothing. ”

A few imps were so frightened that they craned their necks, and before they finished their ramen, they fled.

"This kind of goods, even if you enter the elite class, is the tail of the crane."

Suigetsu shook her head disdainfully.

International students.

Zilai also learned the identities of the three of Shui Yue, and he was quite surprised in his heart.

Who would have thought that one day, the genius boys of other ninja villages would come to Konoha to go to school. And after graduating, these people will be influenced by Konoha culture, and they are likely to stay here and build Konoha.

And as far as I know, these important systems of the ninja school were all put forward by the six generations of Hokage Uchiha.

What a terrible guy with a big vision.

Ten minutes later.

Jiraiya walked the streets of Konoha again.

He inquired that Tsunade was now Konoha's medical minister, so he was going to take a look around the Konoha Hospital to see if he could find an opportunity...... Meet her.

That woman is the eternal white moonlight in his heart.

It didn't go far.

Jiraiya suddenly saw a commotion on the street in front of him, and many people gathered around.

What happened?

He squeezed into the crowd and found that it turned out to be an old man who accidentally fell, resulting in a hemorrhage in the back of the head, and the whole person fell into a coma, and the situation was very bad.

The villagers who were watching from the side did not dare to come forward to help easily, because they were worried that the improper treatment would aggravate the old man's injury.

Seeing this, Jiraiya frowned, and wanted to help.

Although he is not a medical ninja, he has beaten Tsunade on the battlefield before, and there is no problem with some simple emergency treatment.

However, at this time.

"Please give way."

Several ninjas in white coats arrived in time to perform a series of examinations and diagnoses on the unconscious old man.

Among them, a ninja also gently supported the old man's head with both hands, and saw a soft blue chakra emanating from his palm, and the wound on the back of the old man's head healed at a speed visible to the naked eye, stopping the bleeding.

This is...... Palm Cactus.

Zilai also saw this scene, and was taken aback again.

He heard that Tsunade had trained a group of medical ninjas, which made a name for himself as a hospital in Konoha and attracted many patients from all over the ninja world.

Looking at it now, it's really professional.

After stopping the bleeding for the old man, a small slug emerged from the arms of a medical ninja and lay on top of the old man, slowly transporting chakra for him.

Then, several medical ninjas carefully placed the old man on a stretcher and lifted him up.

Bang bang bang.

The onlookers applauded and discussed enthusiastically:

"That's amazing!"

"When my child is admitted to the middle ninja, I will also let him choose the medical ninja major, and in the future, he will study with Tsunade-sama and become a glorious Konoha doctor."

"Tsunade-sama has been very busy lately, running from hospital to school, treating patients and saving people, and teaching and lecturing, she has paid too much for Konoha."

Hearing everyone's discussions, he hesitated.

Since Tsunade is so busy, it's still ...... Don't bother her.

The crowd dispersed.

Jiraiya's spirit was a little trance, and he unconsciously walked to the central square of Konoha.

He raised his head and saw a white jade statue more than thirty meters high, which was the appearance of the Uchiha Break.

The face of the statue is sharpened and chiseled, reflecting a severed and cold countenance. He stood like a mountain, his eyes calmly looking into the distance, as if he was a prophet who saw the future of Konoha.

Many villagers came to the foot of the statue to look at and pray with reverent faces.

The Uchiha has become a spiritual belief in the hearts of many people.

I can understand it.

After all.

Konoha, who was once colonized by the four great ninja villages and had a poor life, only half a year after Uchiha became the Hokage, not only came back to life, but also became better than ever.

And it's much better.

Uphold the concept of permanent neutrality, do not participate in the struggle for hegemony among major powers, and follow a peaceful and open development path. In addition, he drastically reformed the old system, developed new uses of ninjutsu and chakra, and used the power of ninjas in production and life.

It turns out.

These ideas and methods are correct, and through practice, they have achieved great success.

Jiraiya stood under the statue and thought about it for a long time, and couldn't help but start to wonder-

Is what he is doing now really right?

Is he really going to find Naruto Uzumaki and help him defeat the Uchiha and thus "save the ninja world"?

Also, is it right that his teacher, Sarutobi, is bent on resurrecting the Hokage and reclaiming Konoha from the Uchiha?

This moment.

Jilai has also fallen into unprecedented confusion.

Half a month passed in a flash.

If he didn't pay attention, he lived in Konoha for more than ten days, because he found that he was infatuated with life here.

After coming back to his senses, he didn't dare to stay any longer, and finally remembered his mission again.

He leaves Konoha again in search of answers on a long journey......

(End of chapter)