I, The New Hokage of Konoha

Swoosh! Swoosh!

Orochimaru waved his palm, and the body of the Impure World Reincarnation of Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju swiftly turned into two sharp arrows, rushing towards the village of Konoha.

Meanwhile, Orochimaru stayed behind, quietly observing everything about to unfold.

Having died twice before, Orochimaru had no desire for any more unexpected events in a short period.

Soon after, as the Impure World Reincarnations of Hashirama and Tobirama raced between the Pillars and the Gates, blatantly passing through Konoha's peripheral sensing barrier, a sharp alarm immediately sounded within the Konoha's boundary stationed by the Barrier Division.

"The sensing barrier has been triggered!"

"We have intruders!"

"The targets... two individuals!"

Members of the Barrier Division swiftly reported the current situation through the barrier's perception.

"Two individuals?"

Surprised by the news, the captain of the Barrier Division, albeit puzzled, ordered, "Immediately relay this message to Lord Nara. Also, retrieve the surveillance footage to identify the invaders."

"Yes!"

One subordinate hurried to convey the message, while another expertly operated the equipment.

The next moment, the screen quickly displayed the rapid passage of Hashirama and Tobirama through the barrier.

After pausing the footage, the captain of the Barrier Division widened his eyes, carefully examining the two figures in the forbidden state on the screen, expressing disbelief, "These two... why do they seem so familiar?"

"The First and Second Hokage?" A member of the Barrier Division who had also glanced over exclaimed in shock.

Living near the Hokage Rock, those iconic faces atop it were already etched into their memories, naturally recognizing Hashirama and Tobirama's appearances.

"The First Hokage? The Second Hokage?" The captain of the Barrier Division was momentarily stunned, then suddenly trembled as if struck by lightning.

No wonder there was a sense of familiarity before.

The appearance and attire of those two individuals on the screen were exactly like the First and Second Hokage.

Initially influenced by the longstanding belief that the First and Second Hokage had long been deceased, he had initially failed to react.

Now the identity of the intruders had been unveiled.

But what was the meaning behind this?

They were not the actual First and Second Hokage, who had long been dead.

Even if they were somehow revived akin to Madara Uchiha, why would they target the very village they had built with their own hands, Konoha?

Could someone be deliberately disguising themselves?

But that didn't make sense at all!

At this moment, amidst the astonishment and confusion of the Barrier Division, the captain swiftly instructed, "Notify Lord Nara again. The suspected invaders appear to be the First and Second Hokage."

"Yes, sir!"

One subordinate complied.

Thanks to Konoha's advanced communication technology, within moments, Nara Shikaku, the current village head, received the message from the Barrier Division, immediately furrowing his brows.

Earlier, upon detecting the intrusion, he had dispatched a squad to handle it, assuming that the intruders were merely two ignorant individuals. The strength of a single squad should have been sufficient.

However, it seemed trouble was brewing.

"The First Hokage? The Second Hokage?" At this moment, the voice of Yamashiro Aoba, belonging to Shikaku's assistant stationed in Konoha, rang out.

Assisting Shikaku at Konoha, she too had seen the latest intelligence sent by the Barrier Division.

"The Impure World Reincarnation? Orochimaru's doing!"

Compared to other Konoha shinobi, Yamashiro Aoba, as the Hokage's secretary, had access to more advanced intelligence and wasn't as startled as the members of the Barrier Division.

Remaining calm, she quickly analyzed the truth.

Similarly, Shikaku had been informed by Cloud Headquarters that Orochimaru had completed the Impure World Reincarnation, even summoning the First and Second Hokage in a previous encounter with Akatsuki.

Knowing was one thing.

However, trouble was still trouble.

Though the resurrected versions of the First and Second Hokage after the Impure World Reincarnation were not as powerful as they once were, they were still not opponents an ordinary shinobi could handle.

"Orochimaru seems to be up to no good this time!"

Shikaku furrowed his brow tightly.

For Shikaku, one of the former Three Ninja of Konoha, he was wary of Orochimaru. Not only due to Orochimaru's mysterious and formidable strength within the shinobi world but also for his strategic acumen during the war. Even Shikaku admired Orochimaru's command abilities during that time.

Such a calculating and cunning individual wouldn't simply expose himself recklessly just to vent his anger, especially when it wouldn't cause substantial damage to Konoha.

Therefore, Orochimaru's visit undoubtedly had other motives.

If he were Orochimaru, aiming to maximize the impact on Konoha at this particular time, there was only...

"Oh no!"

The possibility struck Shikaku like lightning.

Quickly sharing his thoughts with Yamashiro Aoba, he then spoke rapidly, "Aoba, gather some personnel and evacuate the villagers to safety. I'll head to the station near the Konoha train station myself."

"Understood!" Yamashiro Aoba wasted no time, reminding me, "The Hokage left behind a contingency plan for Konoha. Shikaku, it's time for Might Guy to act."

"The Eight Inner Gates? I understand." Shikaku nodded. "Also, Aoba, I intend to enlist the Third Hokage who is currently idle at home. While the Impure World Reincarnations of the First and Second Hokage might not be at their peak, they're still not adversaries for ordinary shinobi, especially given the current shortage of Konoha shinobi."

"The Third Hokage..."

Presently, the Third Hokage seemed to be idling at home, but Aoba was well aware that he was essentially under house arrest. She hesitated for a moment or two before firmly nodding. "I agree. If the Hokage questions us later, I'll share the responsibility with you."

"No need, I'll take care of it myself. Besides, considering the Hokage's character, once he understands our situation, he won't blame us." Shikaku smiled faintly.

Without further words, after exchanging nods, the two swiftly parted ways, taking immediate action.

Soon after.

A thunderous roar, akin to a haunting cry, echoed within the Hokage's building.

"I can finally step in! Youthfulness! Let the burning passion ignite! With me, Might Guy, I'll protect the village!"

As his words faded, the urgent sound of breaking through the air resonated.

Without waiting for anyone else, clad in a green tight suit, Might Guy opened the window, transformed into a lightning bolt, and sped off toward the enemy with a speed beyond the others' reach.

Simultaneously, within the Sarutobi Clan's territory.

After five years of seclusion, Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage,

whose complexion seemed much better than before, upon hearing Shikaku's explanation of the village's current situation and the need for his assistance, didn't refuse. He quickly stepped out, crossing the boundaries he hadn't dared to cross for five years.

In his heart, Konoha always held the foremost place.

For this, even if it meant breaking the rules he had followed for years, even if he faced reprimand from Cloud Headquarters afterward, he didn't hesitate.

Thus, even amid fighting on all fronts, against almost the entire shinobi world as adversaries.

As the headquarters, Konoha, with its considerable reserves, swiftly mobilized.