Reborn in Konoha; I Think I’m Cultivating Immortality

After spending more than ten days in Kirigakure, Hui left.

He didn't retrace his steps but instead chose a new route out of the Land of Water. Along the way, he encountered new sights and experiences.

Some of these left him deep in thought, others made him frown or smile. Each was a unique piece of scenery, leaving traces on his soul and life.

This was the true purpose of his journey through the shinobi world: to cultivate both his skills and his heart.

With the Land of Water behind him, Hui's next destination was clear, the Land of Iron.

But he wasn't in a rush. He moved at a leisurely pace, stopping often, gradually drawing closer to his goal.

Finally, he arrived in the Land of Iron.

This country was fascinating.

Unlike other nations in the shinobi world, the Land of Iron had a unique military structure. 

While most countries relied on either a combination of civilian armies and shinobi or solely civilian forces, the Land of Iron's military was composed of samurai.

Not shinobi, but Samurai.

Unlike shinobi, samurai rarely studied ninjutsu despite their ability to use chakra. Their combat style relied heavily on swordsmanship, often incorporating elemental chakra into their weapons to create techniques like blade auras or energy-infused strikes.

This made them an exceptionally powerful in close combat.

Among the most distinguished samurai were Mifune, Chōkei, Riko, and Taito, whose strengths ranged from jōnin-level to Kage-level.

Of these, Mifune stood out as the greatest. 

He was destined to become one of the Five Division Commanders of the Allied Shinobi Forces and the man who defeated Edo Tensei Hanzo of the Salamander.

But at this time, Mifune was still young and not yet at his peak, and Hui had no interest in sparring with him.

Beyond its unique military composition, the Land of Iron also had a distinctive diplomatic stance. 

As a neutral nation, it had long been agreed upon by shinobi that the Land of Iron was off-limits for conflict. This neutrality had spared the country from the First and Second Great Ninja Wars.

However, during the Fourth Great Ninja War in the original series, the Land of Iron broke its neutrality to join the Allied Shinobi Forces in fighting Obito Uchiha and Kabuto.

Hui had no need to ponder whether this shift had a positive or negative impact on the Land of Iron's future.

With him present, the Fourth Great Ninja War wouldn't exist.

As he explored the Land of Iron, Hui experienced yet another unique culture, shaped by the region's geography and history. Each nation's distinct environment and traditions led to different ways of life.

To govern the shinobi world effectively in the future, Hui knew he had to understand even the small cultures.

And as he learned, he allowed himself to enjoy the process.

With this in mind, he indulged in the local food, drink, and entertainment, treating his time in the Land of Iron like a well-deserved vacation.

While Hui enjoyed his "holiday" in the Land of Iron, the shinobi world was gripped with tension.

He had been away from Konoha for a long time and had shown himself publicly on several occasions. 

News of his journey quickly spread across the shinobi world. Hui, the "Demigod of the Shinobi World," was traveling far and wide.

For most, this was cause for alarm.

It was common for shinobi to wander the world for training and growth. But when the shinobi in question was Hui, it was far from ordinary.

As the shinobi world's demigod and future "God of Shinobi," every move he made was analyzed for intent and meaning.

…

In Iwagakure, the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki, pondered Hui's motives.

"Traveling the shinobi world… It seems Hui is determined to reshape it. This journey of his might just be a way to confirm or solidify his vision," Onoki muttered, staring out the window of his office.

Every house and every person outside was something Onoki felt responsible for protecting.

Yet, deep down, he wasn't sure he could.

If Hui truly decided to act, Onoki had no confidence in his ability to stop him.

The image of his mentor, the second Tsuchikage, surfaced in his mind. Along with it the image of Hui standing tall in the sky during that war years ago. 

These Images still haunted Onoki. His body trembled involuntarily at the memory, fear creeping into his heart.

Hui had become a source of nightmare for him, and mark in his hear that was impossible to erase or forget.

Onoki sighed heavily, overwhelmed by uncertainty.

"I can only hope Hui honors his promise not to wage war against other villages for the next fifteen years. And I pray that in those fifteen years, Iwagakure will produce someone capable of standing against him."

His gaze fell on the village below, filled with worry and doubt.

…

Onoki wasn't alone. The Third Raikage, the Third Kazekage, and the Third Mizukage all felt the same unease and helplessness.

They were certain that Hui's future actions would have far-reaching implications for the entire shinobi world.

If those actions threatened their villages, they had no idea how to respond.

They lacked the strength to oppose Hui.

In the end, the Kage of these great nations could only pin their hopes on Hui keeping his word.

But even that wasn't enough. In fifteen years, Hui would likely surpass even the legendary God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju. 

At that point, their ability to resist him would be even more futile.

If they wanted to safeguard their villages in the face of such upheaval, they needed to prepare within the next fifteen years. 

They had to find a way—whether through people or external tools—to stand against Hui.

…

If even the Kage of the great nations were so deeply concerned, the leaders of smaller countries and hidden villages were in an even worse position. 

Bitter and powerless, they could only sigh in resignation.

As for the shinobi of the world, their feelings were complex.

Those who bore deep grudges against Hui longed to see him fall. But the majority feared him while secretly admiring him.

They dreaded the possibility of him destroying their villages but also yearned to stand on the same side as such a legendary figure.

Ultimately, they could only resign themselves to fate.

The only ones unconcerned were the common folk, particularly in the Land of Fire and Konoha.

For the Land of Fire's citizens, Hui was their ninja, their protector. They were on the same team.

For the people of Konoha, their connection to Hui was even closer.

The only ones within the Land of Fire who harbored concerns were certain high-ranking officials.

After all, they knew Hui wasn't Hashirama. Both their personalited were distinctly different.

To top it all off, Hui was powerful, extremely. And they felt threatened by that power.

They feared Hui's future reforms might disrupt their interests. 

As such, some had even begun plotting ways to deal with him.

But others among the Land of Fire's leadership weren't concerned at all, because they were already under Hui's control.

Years of careful planning had borne fruit. Bit by bit, Hui's influence had infiltrated the upper echelons of the Land of Fire. The nation was slowly becoming his.

Across the shinobi world, anxiety over Hui's journey spread. Everyone waited nervously, speculating about his next move.

Meanwhile, Hui was browsing a weapon shop in the Land of Iron, utterly at ease.

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