Chapter 151: The Plan Begins!

The reforms in the Hidden Leaf Village were in full swing, with cohesion and unity steadily growing, and Minato Namikaze’s authority rising step by step.

With the reform of the security forces and the establishment of the special emergency response unit, plans to treat Tsunade’s hemophobia were now on the agenda.

Without doubt, Jiraiya was the most enthusiastic about this matter.

In the 47th year of the Hidden Leaf, Kakashi Hatake was transferred back from the Land of Grass and became publicly recognized as Kushina Uzumaki’s protector.

The current Kakashi Hatake, though no longer called the First Technique Master of the Hidden Leaf or Copy Ninja Kakashi, had inherited his father’s title.

The White Fang of the Hidden Leaf!

His Lei Dun combined with the Hatake clan’s sword techniques had made him equally renowned.

Compared to the Kakashi in Fujinaka Genma’s memory, this Kakashi had fully embraced specialization.

Though he could use other ninjutsu, his most frequently used and strongest technique in battle was his Lei Dun.

Chidori Stream, Lei Qie, High-Frequency Thunder Blade, even Ultra-Frequency Thunder Blade…

Fujinaka Genma could already foresee that more practical Lei Dun techniques might emerge from Kakashi’s hands—this man’s ninjutsu sensitivity was astonishing.

One day, Fujinaka Genma went to Minato Namikaze’s house for dinner; while Kushina Uzumaki and her husband, the Fourth Hokage, were cooking, he climbed to the roof to chat with Kakashi, who wore a black robe.

Mainly to hint at Kakashi a little about Obito Uchiha.

Of course, this was not his own decision—it was Minato Namikaze’s choice.

Kakashi had always felt guilty over Obito Uchiha’s and Rin’s deaths.

Especially since Rin had died directly in his hands.

Fujinaka Genma had heard that during missions, Kakashi was not only ruthless but also fearless of death.

Yet he did not reveal much.

He did not mention the Rinnegan or Madara Uchiha.

He only told Kakashi that neither he nor Obito Uchiha bore responsibility for Rin’s death; what he needed was not guilt, but renewed spirit, increased strength, and then finding the mastermind behind it all.

Though instilling hatred in Kakashi wasn’t ideal, it was better than letting him isolate himself in guilt.

Moreover, Fujinaka Genma believed that if Itachi had a grudge, Itachi settled it; if Itachi had a vendetta, Itachi avenged it—brushing it off with a single phrase was idiotic, lacking common sense.

After chatting with Kakashi for half an hour, Fujinaka Genma made a plan to train together during the next holiday.

“Genma…”

As Fujinaka Genma was about to leave, Kakashi suddenly spoke.

He stopped and turned to look at Kakashi.

“Thank Itachi!”

Kakashi said seriously.

Fujinaka Genma smiled, waved his hand, and vanished.

Afternoon.

In the Hokage’s office, only Fujinaka Genma, Minato Namikaze, and Jiraiya were present.

They were discussing how to treat Tsunade’s hemophobia, simulating a Hidden Leaf attack, and testing the results of the reforms.

Three benefits in one.

“Master Minato, Master Jiraiya, I think this matter should be known only to the three of us.”

“With my strength, pretending to be Uchiha Shu yi won’t be too difficult—I can test the village’s most authentic reaction.”

“If we inform the Third Hokage, or Clan Head Hiashi, or Clan Head Fugaku, the effect will be greatly diminished.”

Fujinaka Genma suggested.

A rehearsal with a prearranged script would be meaningless.

“That might be too dangerous.”

Minato Namikaze frowned.

Fujinaka Genma laughed and waved his hand: “Master Minato, don’t worry—I’ll hold back.”

“I’m worried about Itachi!”

Minato Namikaze’s words made Fujinaka Genma’s expression freeze.

Worry about me?

What nonsense.

It wasn’t arrogance—right now, no one in the Hidden Leaf could defeat him.

Of course.

If Uchiha Fugaku unleashed his full power, combined with the Third, Fourth, and Jiraiya in Sage Mode… we’d have to test it to know.

“Master Minato, rest assured—I’ll use Shadow Clones.”

Fujinaka Genma patted his chest in assurance, while glancing at Jiraiya.

Jiraiya received the signal and immediately said: “Minato, I think Genma’s idea is absolutely correct.”

“If we’re testing, we must strive for realism.”

“Besides, only Itachi and I in the entire Hidden Leaf can possibly hurt this kid?”

“We’ll just be careful when we act.”

Fujinaka Genma immediately reminded: “Master Jiraiya, Itachi’re the one playing the Beida role.”

Jiraiya immediately realized—he’d been too cooperative—and quickly said: “Minato, Itachi should be worried about us, not this kid.”

Watching the two cooperate so well, Minato Namikaze shook his head with a quiet smile, then raised another question.

“Could the enemy take advantage of this chaos?”

Fujinaka Genma and Jiraiya both tensed, knowing exactly who Minato Namikaze meant by “enemy.”

White Zetsu’s incredible reconnaissance ability and countless clones might well be monitoring the Hidden Leaf Village.

If Uchiha Shu yi seized this opportunity to strike, it wouldn’t be impossible.

Fujinaka Genma stroked his chin: “Looks like, for safety’s sake, I really must use only Shadow Clones—my true body will guard Kushina-sensei.”

Jiraiya pondered: “We must guard against it, but not excessively.”

“Minato, Itachi must trust the village’s capabilities!”

Minato Namikaze nodded. “I do trust them—but we must remain vigilant at all times.”

“Then when will we set the plan?”

Fujinaka Genma and Jiraiya exchanged glances and spoke in unison: “Tonight!”