Naruto: Reborn with the Template System

"This kind of thing should be reported to Minato the Hokage. Why tell me?" Guts gave a relaxed smile as he leaned back in his seat.

Even though his influence in Konoha had long since surpassed Namikaze Minato's in the eyes of many, he still maintained proper appearances. Publicly, he never overstepped or disrespected Minato's position as Hokage.

Kurotsuchi smiled sweetly. "Mr. Guts misunderstood. I mean… wouldn't it be easier if you endorsed me and signed the alliance agreement on behalf of Konoha? After all, wouldn't the credit be shared with you as well?"

Ah. So that's what she was after.

It wasn't about protocol. It was about favor.

She wanted to win over Guts.

Tsunade glanced at Kurotsuchi, a small smirk playing on her lips.

This girl isn't simple… she knows how the game of politics works.

Guts met Tsunade's eyes, and after a brief exchange of silent understanding, she gave a faint nod.

He saw no problem with it either. With a chuckle, he agreed.

Kurotsuchi beamed and patted her chest. "Then please stay here in the village for a few more days. I'll draft the agreement and get everything ready."

Seeing how serious and enthusiastic she was, Guts felt a bit of sympathy for her.

She's only two years older than Hinata, and yet she's already carrying the weight of an entire village on her shoulders…

That night, in Guts' room…

Tsunade lay sprawled lazily on his lap, while Kurenai dutifully poured hot tea. Anko leaned against the windowsill, gazing out over Iwagakure's snowy rooftops, humming.

Tsunade broke the silence.

"This means Konoha has now allied with Sunagakure, Kirigakure, and Iwagakure… That's three of the five great villages. It's just like the era of my grandfather...when the Five Kage met in peace under his leadership."

Anko grinned. "I've heard the stories. First Hokage united the Five Villages through pure might and charisma. A living legend."

Kurenai smiled softly. "Well… it's not that different now, is it? Guts has practically recreated that era on his own."

But as soon as she said it, her smile dimmed slightly.

"…But after Lord First passed away, the First Shinobi War broke out, didn't it?"

Her words cast a quiet shadow over the room.

It was true.

Hashirama's power had kept the entire shinobi world in check. The moment he was gone, the balance shattered.

War broke loose.

Guts leaned back, wrapping one arm around Kurenai and the other around Anko. "Don't worry. That won't happen again anytime soon… Besides, I don't age. And I'm not easy to kill."

He flashed his usual smug grin. "For now, I just want to enjoy life."

"You jerk…!" Kurenai groaned, half-scolding, half-laughing. Anko, never one to shy away, boldly reached for his belt.

Tsunade rolled her eyes. "Go ahead. You three go wild. I'll wait my turn. But I better not be left unsatisfied."

Despite the thick walls, the VIP suite's soundproofing couldn't contain the enthusiastic chaos that followed.

Next door, Hinata and Hanabi were curled up in their futons, red-faced.

Hanabi turned to her sister mischievously.

"Sis… wanna use Byakugan?"

Hinata choked. "W-What!? Of course not! That's completely inappropriate!"

"But if you're not going to use it, I will." Hanabi pouted.

Hinata wanted to scold her, but after a moment of awkward silence, curiosity won over shame.

She activated her Byakugan.

The next morning, both girls showed up to breakfast with dark circles under their eyes.

Hanabi muttered groggily, "Next time, we're not sleeping next to that room…"

Two days later…

Kurotsuchi temporarily handed off leadership to her father, Kitsuchi, and selected a trusted elite shinobi named Genya as her escort.

Together, they traveled to Konoha with Guts and the rest of the group.

While Konoha itself hadn't changed much over the past two years, its younger generation had. They were no longer just "kids" anymore...many were now nearing adulthood, standing tall with pride and potential.

As they entered the village gates, Hanabi stretched and let out a happy sigh.

"Ahhh~ It's been forever! I missed this place!"

"Hanabi," Hinata said gently, "we should go see Father first and let him know we've returned."

"Alright, alright…"

Just as the girls began heading toward the Hyuga compound, a Chūnin ran up with a message.

"Tsuchikage-sama, Lord Hokage is waiting at the administration building to greet you and the Rock Shinobi delegation."

The messenger was Shiranui Genma, flanked by a familiar silver-haired figure.

Guts grinned. "Long time no see, 50–50."

Kakashi sighed heavily. "Still calling me that after two years… I should've known."

Kurotsuchi stepped forward, offering a polite bow. "Thank you for your welcome. It's an honor to be here."

"This way, please," Kakashi said with a gesture, leading them forward.

As the group started walking, Kurotsuchi paused and turned to Guts. "Mr. Guts, aren't you coming with us?"

He stretched and let out a big yawn. "Nah. I kinda missed the feeling of home. I think I'll go nap first."

Her guards exchanged glances, clearly stunned by how casual and unbothered he was. But they didn't dare voice it...after all, a man who could punch away a mountain didn't need diplomacy.

Back in Konoha…

As Guts and Tsunade headed home, Hinata and Hanabi went off toward the Hyuga estate to greet their father, Hiashi.

Just then, a voice called out:

"Hinata!? Oh...and it's Mr. Guts and Mrs. Anko too!"

They turned to see a familiar face,Yamanaka Ino, blonde hair tied into her signature ponytail, wearing a tight purple outfit that showed off her mature figure.

Following behind her was none other than Haruno Sakura.

"Ino-chan! Sakura-chan!" Hinata greeted them warmly.

"It's been forever," Sakura said with a soft smile, hugging her gently.

Anko sauntered over and grinned at Ino. "Well, well… Look at you. You've grown into quite the beauty. Got a boyfriend yet?"

Ino just laughed and didn't answer.

Meanwhile, Sakura gave Hinata a quick up-and-down glance.

Her smile twitched.

Is it even legal to be this stacked?

She glanced down at her own chest and gritted her teeth.

Too unfair…

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