Chapter 110: Soul, Madara's Body, and Formless Power
Facing doubts and a lack of recognition, especially from a child who had seemed so close to him at first glance, was difficult.
If Sarutobi Hiruzen hadn't already introduced him as the Fourth Hokage's son, and if the Fourth Hokage hadn't mentioned that his wife's name was Kushina from Uzumaki Clan, he might have thought this child was his great-grandson.
With blonde hair like Tsunade's and such a strong life force, it would have made sense for him to be his great-grandson.
The First Hokage was overshadowed by a low mood, appearing dejected, yet his emotions and inner state remained stable. "You all think I'm wrong, don't you?" he asked.
Naruto and the Second Hokage simultaneously shook their heads and uttered the same word: "No."
The two exchanged surprised glances.
The Second Hokage waved his hand and turned his head away.
Naruto continued, "I don't think your approach was wrong. Concentrating uncontrollable violence and organizing it under management is indeed one way to solve the problem. During your reign as the First Hokage, wasn't the world peaceful for a time?"
The First Hokage nodded. After the establishment of Konoha, until Madara's attack, those few years were the happiest and proudest of his life. World peace, with children not having to step onto the battlefield.