The Protected King Is Also Answering Your Will

"Kakashi- senpai is relatively easy to deal with, but the key question is whether the Uchiha and Hyuga Clans will agree?"

Hagoromo stroked her chin and asked uncertainly.

After all, a smooth promotion to Jonin usually means that at most a few Jonin will acknowledge his qualifications after testing him.

This way, everyone looks good on their own, since the Hiruzen has hardly ever used their own name for recommendations.

However, to promote him through absolute suppression, the people conducting the test would have to cooperate in 'acting'.

Kakashi is a complete loner, and he doesn't care about such trivial matters.

However, if Jonin from the Uchiha and Hyuga Clans is suppressed by someone who is preparing to become a Jonin.

It wouldn't sound good if word got out, since it concerns the reputation of their entire clan.

"Fugaku had already spoken to me before I came, so you can rest assured."

Shikaku shook his head.

Since the Uchiha Clan and Konoha were rebuilt, Uchiha Fugaku's main focus has been on Konoha.

There were almost no objections within the clan, life had improved, and the clan leader's son could be considered the strongest person in the clan on the surface.

Who dares to cause trouble?

"As for the Hyuga Clan, something happened at the meeting today, and Hiashi is probably having a headache right now."

Upon hearing Shikaku's words, Hagoromo raised an eyebrow.

In other words, almost everything is arranged?

Not really, since it was just a brief communication; the key is that he himself has enough strength.

"Are you confident?" Although Shikaku said that Hagoromo should do it this way.

He still asked the question, after all, the Third Hokage had not agreed to his plan.

"Shikaku- senpai, this is really not an easy thing."

Hagoromo smiled wryly, saying that strength was one thing, but it was about achieving that kind of 'performative' victory.

After all, this isn't about risking one's life, but rather about showcasing Hagoromo's skill and ease.

"Senior Shikaku, does this advisor have any skilled individuals by his side?"

After pondering for a moment, Hagoromo asked Shikaku Nara.

"No, they're all wandering ninjas, the strongest of them are only Chunin."

"After Jonin, which Jonin isn't proud and arrogant?"

"Of course, this excludes the Jonin from small countries, since their qualifications are somewhat questionable."

Shikaku stated bluntly that if you want to get things done, you need to understand some necessary information.

"I'll talk to my master later and have him send someone to confirm."

Hagoromo had an idea in mind, but she still needed to confirm the specifics first.

"You have an idea?" Shikaku asked, intrigued by his question.

Hagoromo smiled and said, "As far as I know, this advisor is just a simple civil servant."

"If he and those around him can't understand advanced Ninjutsu, they can only intuitively perceive some large-scale Ninjutsu."

"Senior Shikaku, do you think it would be easier to handle?"

Upon hearing this, Shikaku couldn't help but twitch his lips; this was quite a cunning move.

However, it is still a good approach.

Moreover, the results may be far better than he prepared.

"We could give it a try, perhaps at the place of the Hiruzen Lord?"

Shikaku nodded in agreement immediately, but was worried that Hiruzen Sarutobi might disagree.

"Don't worry, I'll go with you later." Hagoromo reassured Shikaku Nara.

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Inside the Hokage's Office, Hiruzen Sarutobi puffed on his pipe, looking at Shikaku in front of him.

The atmosphere was somewhat somber.

"Lord Hiruzen, it was my own decision."

Shikaku Nara bowed directly and said.

After all, it was his own decision to find Hagoromo.

The Ino-Shika-Cho Clans, and their Hiruzen, are definitely the most deeply intertwined. If anything goes wrong with the Hiruzen...

Their three clans will inevitably suffer a huge impact.

In other words, neither the Hokage nor Konoha can afford to have problems, otherwise their three clans will be the first to suffer.

Furthermore, the next Hokage has not yet been confirmed, even if it had been.

He wouldn't have taken such a risk and acted on his own initiative.

"Shikaku, I've been Hokage for over twenty years now, haven't I?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly put down his pipe, staring intently at Shikaku, before finally asking a question.

"The Hiruzen Lord, it should be twenty-six years ago," Shikaku Nara replied.

"Yes, over the past twenty years, from your father to you."

"Your strategies and wisdom have saved the village from countless dangers; you are indispensable pillars of Konoha."

As Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, his tone grew increasingly serious.

"However, precisely because of this... I absolutely will not allow you to act on your own initiative again."

With his head down, Shikaku felt the Hiruzen Sarutobi, who seemed to see right through him.

"The village is a unified whole; wherever the leaves dance in the air, the fire will never be extinguished."

"This fire doesn't just belong to one or two people, it belongs to everyone in Konoha."

"The Hagoromo is one of these flames. If your arbitrary decision causes a flame that should have grown strong to burn out prematurely..."

"This is a huge loss for Konoha, and a misinterpretation of the Will of Fire!"

Knock knock--

As he spoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi tapped the table with his finger.

Then, his tone softened, but carried an unwavering resolve.

"Regardless of your motives, I hope you will act within the framework of rules and protections from now on."

"Yes, Lord Hiruzen!"

Upon hearing these words, Shikaku Nara knelt down on one knee and solemnly responded to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Upon hearing Shikaku's reply, Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up his pipe again, took a deep drag, and then exhaled a long plume of smoke.

"Originally, I didn't want Hagoromo to appear in some people's sight too early, after all, she's a genius..."

"In the Shinobi World, it has never been a positive term; its existence is often accompanied by misfortune and certain consequences."

"But Hagoromo just said something correct."

As Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, he recalled a sentence that Hagoromo had said to him in the office earlier.

"Master, when you devote all your energy to protecting this 'jade,' the jade being protected is also responding to your will."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze was deep and unfathomable; he never expected this.

The one who understands his will best now is not his son Asuma, but rather his last disciple.

These words made him feel a little scared about Shikaku's act of taking matters into his own hands.

After all, if Hagoromo hadn't come looking for him, and something went wrong...

They are forced to endure the pain they have experienced in the past.

In the Shinobi World, accidents are often deadly.

Senju Nawaki, her eldest son, eldest daughter-in-law...

Countless.

"Therefore, Shikaku, I hope you can use your wisdom and strategy to investigate the strength of the Land of Fire's advisors and the test two days from now."

"Is it possible to resolve all potential factors?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Shikaku Nara and gave the order in the manner of the Hokage.

"Yes, Hiruzen Hokage! Jonin Shikaku Nara will give it his all!"