Kotoamatsukami Reappears!

"Even you are the king of the Land of Fire, aren't you?"

Kuzan stared into Kaze's eyes and countered.

Although Kaze used the title of Hokage, anyone could understand that he was, in fact, the leader of the Land of Fire.

At its core, he was still the king of this country.

The only difference was the title.

Since even the Land of Fire had not undergone reform,

what right did he have to reform other countries?

"You could put it that way." Kaze gave a slight nod, acknowledging that Kuzan was right.

"But it is not entirely as you think."

"The Land of Fire is a newly established country. Many things still need reforming."

"And there is also the matter of how to unite the people of the Land of Fire."

"These are all issues that need to be resolved."

"Once I resolve these issues one by one, the Hokage system will also be reformed."

Kaze paused briefly before continuing, "For example, each term could last four years."

"The next Hokage could be chosen through elections."

"At the same time, to ensure it does not become a one-man rule, each Hokage should only be allowed to serve one consecutive term."

"That would make the limit eight years."

Kaze laid out his thoughts.

He was not someone obsessed with power.

As long as the Land of Fire truly became stable,

and there were no more enemies on the Grand Line,

he would gladly hand this world over to the next Hokage.

He would be more than happy to retire into the mountains,

or travel elsewhere, seek adventure, enjoy delicious food, and so on.

In fact, Kaze looked forward to such a future, one where a Meritorious Official stepped down after achieving his purpose.

And he clearly saw the surprise flash