Chapter 139 In front of the Memorial Monument
At noon, the troops led by Orochimaru also returned to the village.
Except for the surveillance troops left in the Kingdom of Rivers and the Kingdom of Rains, everyone who should return to the village has returned.
It was afternoon, and the Sandaime held a funeral in front of the memorial stone as was customary after previous wars.
Haneda and Kakashi followed Sakumo, while Obito and Rin followed Minato.
Compared to the past, everyone was more mature before leaving the village for the battlefield.
Haneda simply greeted Kakashi and the others, and then observed a moment of silence.
Although they did not lose any relatives or friends, they felt sad when they saw the new names added to the memorial tablet.
Shuo Mao suddenly sighed: "It turns out that thousands of people died in this war."
Minato said, "Yes, many of our companions died on the battlefield."
"But they all died to protect Konoha."
Hearing this, Sakumo fell silent.
It is precisely because of the protection of Konoha that this war seems tragic.
Haneda looked at the ninjas who were mourning silently, as well as the relatives of the dead ninjas.
There is no so-called glory on their faces, or maybe there is, but deep down in their hearts, there is only sorrow on their faces.
Haneda recalled a passage from the Konoha Ninja Academy textbook and said:
"A ninja cannot seek a reason for his own existence..."
“It’s just an important tool for a country.”
"Perhaps, the sacrifice of ordinary ninjas was only to complete the designated tasks assigned by the village?"
“There are many things that they cannot decide.”
Sakumo looked back at Haneda and wanted to say something, but in the end he said nothing.
In reality, what Haneda said is correct.
Many ninjas have to carry out missions that require their death, and they cannot refuse.
Although this is a necessary sacrifice for the ultimate victory.
Instead, Obito loudly retorted:
"Hmph~Haneda! Who said a ninja has to be like this? Are you like that? I'm not like that anyway!"
Kakashi nodded in agreement.
He remembered that he stayed in the Ninja Academy to study, not to be a tool.
"You're right. Haneda, I remember you didn't read the textbooks, right?"
Haneda looked at Kakashi deliberately. Kakashi once said this.
Haneda smiled and said, "I just took a few glances because I was bored. It just suddenly occurred to me."
At this time, Orochimaru came over.
"So life has no meaning. Whether you are a ninja or an ordinary person, you are being used by others until the moment of death."
Orochimaru looked into Haneda's eyes and couldn't help but licking his lips.
He really wanted to study the Sharingan, but due to the restrictions imposed by the old man on Danzo, Danzo didn't get a single Sharingan in this war.
"Haneda-kun, what is a ninja to you?" Orochimaru asked curiously.
Suddenly, Kai rushed in wearing a green tights and a bright bowler haircut.
The style of painting in front of the memorial changed.
"Haneda! Kakashi! So you two are here!!"
"Yoshi! Even Orochimaru-sensei is here."
"Hey, Uncle Sakumo, Minato-senpai, Runtu-san... they're all here!"
"That's perfect! Then accept the duel of youth under the watchful eyes of your respective teachers, Kakashi!!"
Kakashi looked at the young and passionate Kai and the corners of his mouth twitched.
Even Orochimaru's expression changed a little.
When Obito heard the word "Runtu", he suddenly became excited.
He pointed at Kai and said loudly:
"Stinky watermelon head, my name is Uchiha Obito, Uchiha Obito! How many times have I said it!!"
"OK! Classmate Runtu!" Kai gave a thumbs up, showing his dazzling teeth.
His eyes turned to Haneda again, finally locking onto Kakashi.
"Accept the challenge of my youth, Kakashi!!"
"Only after I defeat you can I challenge Haneda further!!"
"I refuse. This isn't the right place." Kakashi shook his head.
The memorial was supposed to be a serious occasion, but Kai's move turned the funeral into a comedy...
Originally, he wanted to hear Haneda's opinion on ninjas.
"Ah! Damn it! Kakashi really rejected me today. Is it because I didn't work hard enough?" Kai reflected.
"It's because you are not smart enough and chose the wrong time." Orochimaru frowned and said.
"Teacher Orochimaru! I know I'm not smart enough, but hard work can make up for everything." Kai retorted.
Orochimaru was about to say something, but anticipating Gai's next youthful answer, he fell silent.
He won't debate with people who are half-witted.
"Your students are very lively and cheerful, Orochimaru." Sakumo said with a smile.
"Maybe, he is very similar to some of my old friends." Orochimaru did not refute.
He has mixed feelings about Kai.
Kai's personality is very similar to Jiraiya when he was a child, and to one of his former disciples, Nawaki.
They are all so stupid.
Always challenge those peaks that seem impossible to succeed.
For example, Jiraiya tried to surpass himself and win Tsunade's heart, and Nawaki wanted to become Hokage.
This also includes Kai now, who is trying to defeat Hatake Kakashi and Uchiha Haneda.
Orochimaru suddenly felt emotional:
"So what is the meaning of life? Are we being used by others from the moment we live to the moment we die?"
Seeing that Snake always liked to stare at his Sharingan, Haneda felt a sense of evil and said with a smile:
"Pointless."
"But if you stay alive, you might find something interesting."
“Just like you met me, I met you.”
Hearing this, Orochimaru recalled Jiraiya, Nawaki, and Gai, lost in thought for a moment, and smiled:
"Haneda-kun is also an interesting person."
Orochimaru looked up at the sky and thought to himself:
“Maybe the meaning of life is to meet some interesting people.”
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At this time, Danzo, who was still busy dealing with official business at the Root base, received "good news" from the Sandaime.
Due to their outstanding performance on the battlefield, the Sandaime considered letting Haneda and Kakashi join the Anbu.
Danzo naturally knew what his old friend wanted to do.
It’s just that Haneda and Kakashi have made great contributions, and we want to reward them, but we can’t give them anything.
After all, Haneda has already read the Sealed Book.
So, Hiruzen thought for a moment and remembered that Uchiha was actively integrating into the village.
Want to get involved in village affairs?
Then reward him with the status of an Anbu!
It just so happened that his old friend saw that Haneda was becoming more and more outstanding and his contributions were increasing, so he wanted to win over Haneda.
Besides, there is no loss in letting Haneda and Kakashi join the Anbu, and two potential stocks are gained.
But in Danzo's opinion, this kind of decision that is sure to make money is the stupidest one!
The Anbu is involved in many secrets of the village, and there was originally an Uchiha working as a spy in the Anbu.
One more thing, will the village still have any secrets from the Uchiha?
"Hmph! Stupid!"
"I knew that sooner or later you would regret your decision, Hiruzen!"
Danzo began to think about countermeasures, but thought of Haneda's great achievements and Tsunade's identity.
If he deliberately tried to stop it, it would be detrimental to Hiruzen's position as Hokage.
After all, so many people died in Konoha's war against Sunagakure, and the village was already dissatisfied with Hiruzen.
If we mess with the Uchiha clan behind Haneda, Sakumo, Dai, Minato, Kushina, Tsunade...
Why are there more and more enemies?
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