Kakashi Completely Gave Up

In Konoha sweltering summer, cicadas chirped loudly from the treetops.

"Hokage-sama, this is a summary of the latest intelligence developments from the Konoha Military Police Force."

Hokage Office, Hatake Kakashi calmly reported everything he had discovered, head bowed. He was absolutely certain about the facts; everything was true.

The Third Hokage, who was sitting upright, had increasingly severe age spots on his face. His hair was gray, and even his beard was white. At this moment, he looked exactly like a decrepit old man.

"Kakashi, thank you for your hard work."

Looking at the information in Kakashi's investigation record in his hand, Hiruzen Sarutobi exhaled a ring of smoke, then frowned, revealing a solemn expression.

In just over half a year, the Konoha Military Police Force developed far faster than he had imagined, attracting many ninjas to join, and the overall strength of the Konoha Military Police Force increased by nearly half.

At the same time, the Uchiha Clan also withdrew nearly half of its personnel from the Konoha Military Police Force. These elites were all used to maintain the clan's business and build the clan, resulting in the Uchiha name becoming increasingly well-known in the Land of Land of Fire.

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned as he looked at the shocking report, while Hatake Kakashi bowed below, remained silent, a chill running through him.

The former Third Shinobi Hero, now an old man in his twilight years, still holds the Hokage Position. The matter of the Fire Temple has yet to be resolved, causing a rift in the relationship between the Daimyo's Mansion and Konoha. But at least the matter has come to an end.

The chaotic situation in the border region of the Land of Whirlpools has gradually stabilized. With the emergence of the Kekkei Genkai Rogue Ninja force led by Mist Ninja Mei Terumi the Mist, they have now established a stronghold in the Land of Whirlpools.

Konoha was playing the role of stirring up trouble from the sidelines, secretly supporting the Mist Ninja Rebel Forces. Now that Kirigakure was in disarray, it had no time to fight Konoha.

Meanwhile, which of the ninja villages like Kumogakure and Iwagakure is easy to deal with? Seeing the internal strife that broke out in Mist Ninja, they were afraid that this force would be quickly quelled, so they secretly supported it instead.

Therefore, the repeated suppressions by Kirigakure not only failed to wipe out this force, but also allowed Mei Terumi's Rebel Army to stabilize its momentum. Now, they are simply consolidating their strength and waiting for an opportunity to counterattack the village.

The turmoil in the Shinobi World represents the resolution of the biggest friction on Konoha's borders. Therefore, although there are still minor skirmishes on the borders of various parts of Konoha, things have become relatively stable.

Over the course of half a year, Konoha gradually stabilized. However, to Kakashi's dismay, there was absolutely no indication from within the village of electing Fifth Hokage.

"Third Hokage- sama!"

Clinging to the last vestige of hope, Kakashi raised his head and calmly gazed at the Third. Hiruzen Sarutobi also looked up at Kakashi, a look of confusion on his face.

"Kakashi, is there anything else you want to report?"

"Third Hokage, recently, with the village stabilizing, there seems to be talk in the tavern about nominating the Fifth Hokage."

Kakashi concealed his expression well at this moment, as if he were testing whether this was the Third Hokage's doing.

However, the Third Hokage was stunned upon hearing this. The Fifth Generation! For a moment, his eyes glazed over. Yes, it was time for the village to elect Fifth Generation, but who was the candidate?

Who can inherit his Will of Fire to stabilize the village?

Jiraiya was unrestrained and unruly, while Tsunade was willful and irritable. If Tsunade were to become the Fifth Hokage, she would inherit the domineering nature of the Senju Clan, and her first act would be to consolidate power, which would inevitably lead to conflicts with the Anbu, Root, and other departments.

The village had just stabilized, and he absolutely did not want to see any turmoil now.

"Kakashi, I understand."

Finally, Hiruzen Sarutobi with melancholy, realizing that there was no one left who could inherit his Will of Fire, and felt somewhat dejected.

However, Kakashi's last glimmer of hope was shattered. He now saw it clearly: the so-called Will of Fire had long since become the Third's personal political ideology.

The Will of Fire! The great dedication that the Third Hokage often spoke of, yet he couldn't accept even the slightest disagreement from others. To put it bluntly, he was a dictator of his will, and he became more and more dictatorial as he got older.

"Lord Third Hokage, I shall take my leave now."

Looking at Kakashi, Hiruzen Sarutobi with a relieved expression. "Kakashi, be careful. The village is gradually stabilizing now, so you don't need to rush things at the Konoha Military Police Force."

"Yes!"

As Kakashi walked out of the Hokage Office Building, one eye looked up at the bright sunlight, but his heart was ice-cold.

"The Third Hokage has become so engrossed in the Will of Fire he has woven that he cannot tolerate even the slightest imperfection."

Kakashi possesses a calm mind and unique political insights. He clearly understands that Konoha is not lacking candidates for the Fifth Hokage, but rather that the Third Hokage will not allow anyone to cross his bottom line.

The so-called Will of Fire is something everyone has their own unique interpretation of, but the Third Hokage wanted the next Hokage to completely inherit his will. Wasn't that too domineering?

"Slightly weaker than your Will of Fire, and you're considered an unstable factor, bringing turmoil to the village? Why are you so sure! Can't it bring a better tomorrow?"

Dictator!

Kakashi sighed with emotion, describing himself as a dictator of political ideology, and gradually headed towards the Konoha Military Police Force, disappearing into the street.

However, Kakashi's probing today made the Third Hokage sense a conspiracy, and he immediately summoned the village's high-ranking officials to discuss the matter.

Conference room in the Hokage Building.

After Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and Shimura Danzō arrived, the three of them calmly looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi, wondering what major event had brought them all together.

The Third Hiruzen Sarutobi, looked at his three friends, lowered his Hokage hat, exhaled a puff of smoke, and said hoarsely, "According to intelligence, the Konoha Military Police Force is preparing to nominate the Fifth Hokage."

"What!"

Upon hearing this, Shimura Danzō reacted most fiercely, his sinister eyes blazing with rage.

"Damn it! They're wolves in sheep's clothing!"

Shimura Danzō roared, "The Uchiha's ambitions are too great! Not only has the Uchiha Clan's strength increased dramatically with the expansion of the Konoha Military Police Force, but now their ambitions have grown to the point that they're eyeing the Hokage position! How arrogant!"

In Shimura Danzō's eyes, the Uchiha Clan dared to set their sights on the Hokage Position because of their blind confidence in the Mangekyō Sharingan.

Utatane Koharu frowned and said in a deep voice, "The Uchiha Clan produced a terrifying Mangekyo, and with Uchiha Yoru's current methods and even his reputation, especially among the younger generation, he certainly has the right to talk about the Fifth Hokage."

Utatane Koharu was speaking the truth. The village has now experienced a generational gap. Going back to the era of the Sannin, only Jiraiya and Tsunade have the ability to participate in the Hokage selection. Down to the next level, only the eighteen-year-old Uchiha Yoru possesses Kage Level strength, especially his unknown Mangekyo ability, which is a trump card.

There's a significant gap in this group; there isn't a single ninja around thirty years old with Kage Level combat power – it's a complete gap.

"The Uchiha Clan is ambitious; we can't let them succeed. Besides, what the village needs right now is stability!"

After a long silence, Mitokado Homura uttered these words, and the three of them immediately fell silent.

In the past few years, they had personally witnessed the rise of a new Hokage, and their influence and Prestige as a group of elderly high-ranking officials were completely impacted.

Upon assuming power, the Fourth Hokage began cultivating his own strength. It's important to remember that the Third Hokage also existed, and the Hokage's power was limited.

Both Hokage are alive, Third Hokage still holds power. So where does the new Hokage's power come from? Isn't it just a share of the power held by everyone else?

After all, the pie is only so big. If the Third Hokage gives up more power, they also need to give up some in return.

At the same time, watching one's power and prestige gradually eroded is a disheartening experience for anyone; it's human nature.

Looking up at his three old friends, Hiruzen Sarutobi exhaled a puff of smoke and said hoarsely, "The Fourth Hokage is gone. Now that the village is gradually stabilizing, we really need a young, new Hokage."

"No way!" Upon hearing that Hiruzen Sarutobi considering abdicating again, Shimura Danzō his fist on the table in anger and objected.

Whoever takes over will be younger than the Third Hokage generation. How will he outlive them? The Third Hokage generation is so old right now, it's finally given him a chance to outlive them. How can he let that opportunity slip by?

The other three stared at him, as if to say, "Danzo, your opposition is quite strong."

Shimura Danzō snorted coldly and said in a deep voice, "The new Hokage represents a transfer of power, which will bring turmoil, especially giving the Uchiha an opportunity to take advantage of the situation."

"Uchiha power, Konoha will face unprecedented upheaval. If the Uchiha fail to take power, they will not be unwilling to cause further turmoil. Sarutobi, now is not the time to re-select the Fifth Hokage. What the village needs is stability."

Danzo spoke with an air of righteous indignation, but the three men shook their heads at the sight. Who didn't know what was going on in Danzo's mind? Danzo was afraid that the new Hokage's rise to power would affect Root.

After all, not everyone is Third Hokage, so they can let you run wild like this. Not only is the power of the Root comparable to that of the Anbu, but they are also aware of some of the evil research being conducted, yet they pretend not to see it.

After all, Danzo's starting point was also for Konoha's sake, and they knew this, which is why they pretended not to see it.

Utatane Koharu nodded solemnly in agreement with Danzo's point of view, "Sarutobi, once the Fifth Generation is selected, only Jiraiya and Tsunade will be able to overpower the Uchiha."

Jiraiya and Tsunade! These two names made everyone frown.

Tsunade was the last person they wanted to accept, for no other reason than that, nominally, once Tsunade, they really couldn't do anything about her.

My grandfather was the First, my Second Grandfather was the Second Hokage, they all have the blood of the Senju Clan, and I am Princess of the Land of Fire. With all these identities, can they keep me in check?

Moreover, given Tsunade's fiery temper, any criticism they might offer would likely only result in a rebuke.

Others might think it's excessive to scold them, but if someone actually reprimands them, no one can gossip. After all, whose background is more powerful?

To put it bluntly, in their minds, Tsunade is just a powerful figure, someone not to be trifled with, and if she offends them, they can only blame themselves.

Therefore, the candidate is Jiraiya!

At this moment, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura exchanged a glance and nodded to each other. However, Jiraiya their last choice. No matter who came to power, their group's interests and rights would be harmed.

More importantly, those who have held power for years, like the Third Hokage, have a dictatorial mentality: only by following their direction can the village remain stable, and any recklessness will only cause turmoil.

"Hiruzen, Ōnoki of Stone Village has no intention of stepping down yet. I don't think it's time for the so-called Fifth Hokage."

"That's right. What the village needs right now is stability, and we can't leave the Uchiha's instability to the next generation. If we don't handle it well, it will all be our fault."

Utatane Koharu's last words immediately made Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression harden, and even Shimura Danzō snorted coldly.

They all had their own pride. Such a great threat had arisen in their generation, yet they lacked the ability to handle Uchiha, leaving it to the next generation?

Isn't this a veiled criticism of their incompetence?

This was also what Hiruzen Sarutobi most unacceptable; he could not tolerate having left such a huge cancerous threat to the village during his political career and passing it on to the next generation.

"The village may be in turmoil soon."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's resolute tone immediately made everyone understand what he meant. Shimura Danzō simply sneered, "Root will react."

"No!"

Looking at Danzo, even a fool could tell what this guy was up to. Hiruzen Sarutobi's face revealed a confident expression.

"Danzo! Send someone to the Uchiha Clan and ask the new clan head how the investigation into the Fourth Hokage's death Nine-Tails' Rampage' attack is going!"

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, proved everyone wrong when it came to the saying "old ginger is spicier."

They preemptively struck, directly stating that the Uchiha Clan was suspected in the Nine-Tails incident several years ago. The previous clan head, Fugaku, investigated for so long; now that there's a change, what have they found?

While issuing a warning, it also cautioned the ambitious new head of the Uchiha Clan that if he wanted to compete for Hokage with his Mangekyo, he should first clean up the mess left by the Nine-Tails- Tails.

"Hiruzen, it's dangerous for the Uchiha Clan to have this idea!"

After the matter was resolved, Utatane Koharu revealed a look of apprehension. The Uchiha Clan had been a thorn in their side for a long time, and now their counterattack and ambition made them even more uneasy.

Uchiha Clan, who considered the Shimura Danzō eyes. "Indeed, the Uchiha Clan is an extremely dangerous existence, and now with the Mangekyo, their arrogance and conceit will continue to put the Uchiha Clan in grave danger until the influence of the Mangekyo is dealt with."

Mangekyo! That's what makes them all so fearful.

It's not just their individual abilities that are terrifyingly powerful; the impact they bring is enormous. Especially considering that the Uchiha clan itself is an extreme family.

In the eyes of the Uchiha, the Mangekyo meant invincibility, since Wood Release had become extinct.

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