Chapter 11
The shinobi world, after years of uneasy peace, is once again brewing a storm beneath the surface. Many years have passed since the end of the Second Great Ninja War.
Looking up at the sky, I realize—I don't have much time for myself anymore.
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Hokage's Office, Konoha.
"Hokage-sama! This is the list of new academy enrollees. Please take a look!"
"Alright."
Sarutobi Hiruzen exhaled a puff of smoke from his pipe as he took the roster.
"This year, we have 624 freshmen. The highest number in recent years."
The middle-aged, balding man stood formally in front of the desk, hands straight at his sides, speaking with respect.
This was the Third Hokage—Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"Hmm, that's very good," Hiruzen nodded thoughtfully.