Chapter 135 - 134: Hashirama, The Rap King
On the duel grounds, Madara was momentarily speechless after realizing Hashirama was dead serious about starting a wood factory.
But then, an amusing thought crossed his mind, and he burst into laughter. 'This idea actually sounds pretty good. I will put my brother in charge of security, let Hashirama handle production, make Tobirama run deliveries, and I'll just sit back at the counter collecting cash. Hahaha!'
Back in the Hokage's office, Hiruzen had a nostalgic smile on his face as he explained to Makoto, "The sword inside this box once belonged to my sensei!"
Makoto put on an expression of amazement after hearing his words. "Sensei, is that... really true?"
Hiruzen smirked at his reaction and nodded. "That's right! This was the weapon of Tobirama Senju, the Second Hokage, my sensei. It's called The Sword of the Thunder God."
"This weapon has been sealed away ever since my sensei passed. When I was still young and had just become the Third Hokage, I personally found a piece of wood created by Lord First's wood style, built this box, and sealed the sword inside!" Hiruzen said, stroking his beard with pride.
"Now, I'm personally entrusting this sword to you, Makoto! I hope you use it well in the future. This isn't just a weapon, it's a legacy! A symbol of Konoha's Will of Fire!" He reached out and patted Makoto's head.
"Listen carefully, When the tree leaves dance, flames will rise; those flames will light the village and burn down all the trees...Wait, That's not right! Damn it, Makoto, this is your fault! Hiruzen scowled and knocked Makoto on the head.
"Argh! What did I even do?!" Makoto rubbed his head, feigning innocence while still trying to suppress his laughter.
"Don't act clueless! Lately, every time I explain the Will of Fire, you twist it into something weird!" Hiruzen shook his head, as if trying to shake Makoto's version of the phrase out of his brain.
Seeing this, Makoto finally lost control and burst into laughter.