Sakumo threw a branch into the fire, and the fire burns even more vigorous.
"At that time, I was able to learn about how to use Kishō Tensei after getting the scroll from the battlefield. So when I saw the content of the scroll, I knew it was this technique that was resurrecting you. Combined with what Mikaze told me, I had already guessed all of the matter."
"Then tou-san, did you commit suicide for me?" Kakashi asked in shock.
"It's only half of the reason. In fact, as early as Ayako died, I wanted to leave with Ayako, but Ayako saw through my heart, and told me to raise you up. On one hand, I didn't want to disappoint Ayako, and on the other hand, I really can't just let you live alone. So, I chose to take you back to Konoha to raise you until you are six years old. Because of that failed mission, I chose to commit suicide."
"Everyone said that you committed suicide because you can't stand the rumors, but I know that tou-san is not such a weak person," Kakashi said.
After hearing this, Sakumo looked pleased and said: "The rumors, naturally, didn't get into my heart. In order to make my reputation unable to continue to rise, thus making me unable to get the Hokage's position, Danzo has greatly exaggerated about my failed mission. At that time, my reputation is indeed too high, so Sandaime Hokage did not deal with this matter in time in order to suppress my high reputation. I don't blame them for this. The means for politics have never been bright. At that time, Konoha needed a stable condition and could not be split because of me."
"Then why? Since tou-san is not taking the rumor to the heart, why should you commit suicide?" Kakashi asked.
"Naturally it is for you and also for Konoha." Sakumo said with a smile.
"For me and Konoha?"
"Yeah, for you and Konoha. My presence affected Konoha's balance. There were a lot of Konoha's Shinobi who supported me to fight for the position of Hokage and oust Sandaime Hokage. Especially my subordinates in Anbu."
"How come? Anbu is the direct subordinate of the Hokage. How can they encourage you to do that?" Kakashi was puzzled.
"Yeah, the reason is because Anbu is not the root. They have their own beliefs and persistence. At that time, Konoha experience a defeat, and the defeated commander is the Sandaime Hokage! That defeat also caused someone important to die. And these aroused Anbu's dissatisfaction at that time."
"Who is that important person?"
"Kato Dan, the Anbu's Commander at that time, and also the lover of Tsunade!"
"It's him!"
"Yes, it is him. Kato Dan's reputation is very good, especially for the members of Anbu. Therefore, in the minds of Anbu's members at the time, Kato Dan was the best Hokage candidate. At that time, due to the Sandaime Hokage's misjudgment, Kato Dan fell into the enemy's trap and died. And Tsunade was also become completely depressed because of this incident. Tsunade and Dan, these two people were the two most loved Konoha's Shinobi at that time. Although Sandaime Hokage was indeed guilty, these people's complaints are too much."
"It turns out that this is the case. The original thing was so complicated." Kakashi murmured.
"Complexity is hard to talk about. It's some political issues, and these have always been the things I hate the most." Sakumo said with a smile.
"So, these Shinobi were supporting me because of my prestige, and also because of Dan and Tsunade. They hope that Sandaime Hokage will step down as soon as possible. They have already had some doubts about Sandaime Hokage's ability. But that is obviously impossible. After all, we are still in the war at that time, and temporary change of commander is taboo, not to mention the change of Hokage. Sandaime Hokage was very distressed at that time, so he did not stop Danzo's action. Their purpose is to provide a stable condition in Konoha. And I know that too."
"But I know that this won't solve the problem. It will only temporarily suppress it, and people's hearts are complicated. Facing against the other Four Great Shinobi Villages, Konoha is in danger. So, I chose to commit suicide, to make all of those who support me to give up on me. And this is also the fastest way to calm people's hearts." Sakumo said.
"Tou-san, you..." Kakashi didn't know what to say after hearing this. Sakumo's choice could be called selfless dedication, but in this way, it felt too extreme.
"Do you think I am too extreme in my choice?" Sakumo said with a smile.
Kakashi nodded and said: "Tou-san, there was definitely a better solution at the time, but you chose this one. And, with your wisdom, you should be able to guess that mission is a trap, why should you still take that mission?"
Sakumo smiled and said: "Yeah, I know. It's just that Ayako is dead, Mikaze is also dead and my heart is already dead a long time ago. I survived just to take care of you. And after seeing that you werealready good enough at that time, I was relieved. The companion who died at that mission was a subordinate who had been following me all this time, and indeed I'm feeling guilty because of that. And, I know, you will be killed in the future, and only I can resolve it. Death is my best destination."
"Is it for this time?" Kakashi said.
"Yes, it is for this moment. You have been pierced in your throat by Uchiha Madara. If you want to live, you can only be resurrected by forbidden technique. So, I used the Four Symbols Seal to seal my Chakra and vitality in your Heart, so that once you die, this seal will be released and you will be resurrected. At this time, your body should have been restored. And the past me should also guard you by your side." Sakumo said with a smile.
"Tou-san..."
"Well, I've told you everything. Now, I can go to Ayako with peace of mind."
"Tou-san, thank you. I didn't understand your approach back then. I think you are a trash because you didn't follow the Shinobi's rule. But I can understand your approach now." Kakashi said sincerely.
Sakumo was taken aback when he heard Kakashi's words, and then smiled: "Thank you, Kakashi, it's great to get your forgiveness. At that time, you were still small, but I just gave up on you and left. I think you have done very good works all these years."
Kakashi smiled and said: "Having such a great father, these hard works are nothing. What's more, tou-san, you also do this to save me."
"Hahaha, I can't be considered great, just to doing my part for my children. I am very pleased to see your growth right now. Not only on your strength, but also on your heart."
Sakumo said as he patted Kakashi's shoulder with a gratifying look.
"Kakashi, tell me about your things over the years."
"Well, tou-san, it's like this. At first, after you died, I applied for advance graduation, and then..."
Next to the fire, Kakashi slowly told him about the bit by bit of what happened to him in the past few years.
And Sakumo listened with a smile, enjoying the warmth atmosphere of father and son.
This may also be the last time the two met.