Chapter 708: A New Moniker!
A worried expression appeared on Hiruzen's face as he asked, "Are you sure Fujin would accept this role without any complaints?"
Shikaku replied casually, "As troublesome as that boy is, he doesn't have the ego that most other rank S ninjas have. You can't imagine how thankful I am for that. So, it shouldn't be an issue."
Hiruzen didn't reply but complained internally, 'Sure he doesn't have an ego, but he makes me pay for any injustice he suffers, even if that injustice is imaginary! Sigh, I hope Shikaku is correct. I don't want to spend money to craft another sword.'
Shikaku suddenly said, "That said, this will likely be the first time Fujin will fight in the open in front of everyone. Or rather, it'll be the first time after he became a rank S ninja. Even though he fought Orochimaru twice, that battle wasn't witnessed by many. Considering the role he'll play, it is also a good time to give him an official moniker."
Hiruzen snapped out of his thoughts and nodded. He replied, "True. The Spectral Swordsman can't be used openly. And, even if we deny it, it'll be troublesome if our enemies keep calling him by that name for decades as it could drive a wedge between us and our allies. Do you have any thoughts on a new moniker for Fujin?"
Shikaku smiled and said, "Considering what his missions have been, what his role would be in this battle and his current moniker, it's a rather simple answer. I can't think of a more appropriate moniker than Konoha's Sword."
Hiruzen chuckled and said, "That's very fitting. Konoha's Sword, a sword that cuts through our enemies. It perfectly indicates what he has been doing for the past few years. At the same time, it also carries a word from his current moniker, reminding everyone of the threat he could pose. Alright, propagate this moniker after the situation is dealt with."
Shikaku nodded and replied, "Sure. Anyway, who do we call first?"
Hiruzen replied, "Well, Jiraiya is busy training Naruto and Kakashi is training Sasuke. Guy is with his disciple as well. The only one who is free right now is Fujin."