Chapter 336: Don’t Call It That
Top of the Hokage's manor.
Today, the strongest ninjas from the Hidden Leaf were gathered on the wide stone balcony that overlooked the village. The village elders, Hiruzen Sarutobi and the other two elders, as well as Minato, stood on either side of Tsunade.
They were surrounded by many individuals, including the heads of several clans, Asuma, Kurenai, Alice, Jasper, Might Guy, Jiraiya, and Kakashi. Even the Anbu agents in masks stood silently in the shadows.
Everyone had a purpose for being there.
"Our late fourth Hokage, his wife Kushina, and the two Genin, Shikamaru Nara and Ino Yamanaka, have all returned from the dead," Tsunade said, "as I'm sure you're all aware..."
Shikamaru stood alongside Chōji and Ino without anyone batting an eye.
"We have tested all of them," she continued. "Their bodies and minds have not been altered. Chakra flow, physical health, and mental stability all showed negative results. Nothing unusual."
"Apart from the fact that they died once," Jasper whispered, earning him a slap from Alice.
Tsunade took a moment to process what she had said. Then she moved aside so Minato could talk. He spoke in a modest but firm tone.
"It is a privilege to be here with you. I've witnessed the village's development and strength and am proud to see how each and every one of you has grown."
Jada took distinct notice of how he made eye contact with Kakashi.