Nominating the Fifth Hokage

Konoha, Jonin Meeting.

This meeting had a completely different outcome from the one after the Nine-Tails incident; the Uchiha Clan returned to the center of the village and seized power.

Just as Hatake Kakashi temporarily reorganized and divided the various clans of Konoha, a familiar cough suddenly rang out.

All the Jōnin turned to look at the Third Hokage, whose hair had turned gray.

The Third Hiruzen Sarutobi and put down his pipe. His cloudy eyes swept over everyone, and the gazes of countless battle-hardened Jōnin were somewhat evasive.

"The Root committed such a colossal mistake, nearly causing a civil war within the village. Their sins are grave, and as the Third Hokage, I bear an inescapable responsibility."

At that moment, the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, bowed deeply in front of everyone, offering a ninety-degree apology.

However, the ninjas below remained silent, especially those from Kekkei Genkai families, who simply watched coldly.

The Root secretly researched Wood Release and even stole the Sharingan from the Uchiha Clan. If the powerful Uchiha Clan dared to do such a thing, what are they compared to them?

Therefore, all ninjas held Root in deep hatred and disgust. This scene made Jiraiya shake his Jiraiya and sigh inwardly. Although Root's actions over the years had made the major ninja villages in the Shinobi World wary, they had also made the villagers themselves disgusted.

In the original story, after the Fourth Great Ninja War, the Root was officially disbanded amidst opposition from the people of Konoha.

The fact that the people of Konoha opposed them shows just how unpopular the Root is.

As Hiruzen Sarutobi in apology, Uchiha Yoru narrowed his eyes with a playful smile. "Danzo is indeed the most qualified black glove," he thought.

It was Danzo Root; the Anbu were merely assisting. Therefore, no matter how you investigate, the Third Hokage is innocent. In fact, according to intelligence reports, the Third Hokage always righteously and vehemently refused.

Just like the annihilation of the Uchiha Clan in the original work, the Third Hokage is always portrayed as a righteous and noble figure, while all of this seems to be caused by Danzo's selfish desires.

After a long while, Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly stood up, lowered his head, and announced again in a hoarse voice.

"I am ashamed to continue ruling, and I abdicate from this day forward. But Konoha needs a new Hokage."

As he said this, Hiruzen Sarutobi turned to look at the three people sitting in the chairs. In an instant, everyone's expression froze, and even Jiraiya showed a wry smile.

He knew the old man was still unwilling to give up. At the same time, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked calmly at Uchiha Yoru. Although neither of them said anything, they clearly understood each other's meaning.

At that moment, Uchiha Yoru smiled, slowly stood up in front of everyone, and went directly to the Third Hokage, gently grasping the straw hat that represented the Hokage.

In that instant, everyone held their breath, especially the Uchiha Clan ninjas, whose eyes were red and who were breathing rapidly as they stared intently at the scene.

The Uchiha Clan is finally going to produce a Hokage!

Uchiha Yoru, picking up the Hokage Hat, couldn't help but smile. He lightly flicked the hat and shook his head, saying, "It's dirty; I need to get a new one."

The implication is clear: is it that the Hokage Hat is dirty, or that the Third Hokage's rule was corrupt?

Uchiha Yoru's unbridled smile clearly tells everyone that he's determined to Hokage Position this time, and any controversy could easily lead to bloodshed.

"Kakashi, it seems I need a new Hokage Hat."

He smiled knowingly at Kakashi immediately nodded respectfully and stepped forward to accept the Hokage Hat, saying, "Yes, Fifth Hokage."

Arrogant! Countless people cursed inwardly. This was nothing compared to Kakashi's shameless act of calling himself the Fifth Generation.

Swish!

Just then, a ninja appeared respectfully in the Jonin Meeting. The suddenly appearing ninja said in a deep voice, "The Daimyo Faction an envoy!"

With such a huge mess in Konoha, the entire Shinobi World knows about it, so how could the Daimyo's Mansion not know? Although they were somewhat surprised by the arrival of the envoy at this time, they were not particularly astonished.

But Uchiha Yoru frowned almost imperceptibly, pondering to himself what role the Daimyo's Mansion of the Land of Fire would play this time!

After all, the Daimyo's Mansion is an unavoidable hurdle in the new Hokage selection, especially given Daimyo's Mansion financial support. The Sunagakure was forced to implement Elite Plan due to the Daimyo's Mansion cutting its budget, which shows how important the Daimyo's Mansion is to the finances of a ninja village.

With a clatter of footsteps, a bald monk walked in; the newcomer was none other than Jirō of the Fire Temple.

"The Third Hokage"

The monk Jirō walked in and bowed to the Third in front of everyone. Hatake Kakashi, seeing this, frowned and stepped forward.

In that instant Jirō saw the Hokage Hat in Kakashi's hand, and looking at the scene before him, he couldn't help but secretly groan in his heart. This time, the Daimyo had given him a tough job.

"Now all eyes in the Shinobi World are on the Land of Fire, and the Daimyo hopes that Konoha will select a new Hokage as soon as possible."

In front of everyone, Jirō bowed respectfully and explained the Daimyo's purpose. Finally, he looked respectfully at Tsunade, one of the Sannin, and said, "Daimyo, I have heard that Princess Tsunade has returned to Konoha. If Princess Tsunade intends to become the Fifth Hokage, Daimyo's Mansion believe Konoha will once again shine brightly."

Boom!

At this moment, everyone's expression froze, and Uchiha Yoru even revealed a smile on his face, but this time the smile revealed endless cold light.

What a shrewd move by the Third Hokage!

Tsunade comes from the Senju Clan, and the First and Second Hokage Hokage were her grandfathers, while the Third Hokage was her teacher.

Coupled with Tsunade's prestige, it can be said that if Tsunade wanted to become the Fifth Hokage, she wouldn't need Hiruzen Sarutobi's faction's power; she could contend with Uchiha Yoru on her own.

At this moment, under everyone's watchful eyes, Tsunade couldn't help but sneer. She could clearly see that the old man was obviously trying to drag her down with him.

At this moment, Jirō hesitated for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "Third Hokage, Konoha is currently in such great turmoil that a slight misstep could trigger the Fourth Great Ninja War. Although the Lady Tsunade's Daimyo's Mansion is interested in Fifth Hokage, it is only a suggestion."

"The Daimyo's Mansion's intention is that Konoha needs a temporary Hokage to handle administrative affairs, and Lady Tsunade's status and prestige are sufficient..."

Just then, a crisp round of applause rang out, interrupting the scene. Everyone looked at the person clapping with concern.

Uchiha Yoru watched this scene with a dangerous smile on his face, clapping his hands repeatedly, but everyone could see his anger.

The Third Hokage has some impressive skills; he's truly a cunning old fox. With Tsunade's prestige, the Daimyo's Mansion's suggestion, and so many Konoha Ninja within the Land of Fire, even if the Uchiha Clan is currently clearing its name of the Nine-Tails' involvement, compared to Tsunade, among all the ninjas in Konoha right now...

If Tsunade were to become the Fifth Hokage, no one could argue with that. In terms of Prestige, she was one of the Sannin and a medical saint. Over the years, she has saved countless ninjas and built up a vast network of connections.

In terms of background, he comes from the Senju Clan, and his two grandfathers were the First and Second Hokage Hokage.

Furthermore, once Tsunade becomes the Fifth Hokage, Konoha will enter a three-way power struggle, serving as a buffer between the Uchiha faction and the Third Hokage's faction.

The Uchiha Clan ninjas glared angrily. Never before had the Uchiha Clan Hokage Position been so close to theirs, yet it was about to slip away. Though they were furious, they couldn't face Tsunade!

Many Uchiha Jōnin frustrated and fell silent. Tsunade, one of the Sannin, also treated many Uchiha ninjas during the war.

Even though Hatake Kakashi and Uchiha Shisui were unwilling, facing Tsunade was an unsolvable problem.

The most important point is that Uchiha Yoru is too young, and his Prestige is still far behind that of the Sannin.

"Acting Hokage, not bad."

With a broad smile, Uchiha Yoru slowly rose, took the Hokage Hat from Hatake Kakashi, and turned not to Tsunade, but to the Third Hokage.

"Third Hokage, you can keep this tainted Hokage Hat. Since I, Uchiha Yoru, represent the true Will of Fire, I naturally also represent the rebirth of Konoha."

By doing this, Uchiha Yoru was clearly telling everyone that all of this was a means by which the Third Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head and sighed, gently brushing away imaginary dust from his Hokage Hat. "This is merely a temporary Hokage. I have already decided to elect the Fifth Hokage."

However, Uchiha Yoru turned around without any mercy and strode outside, with the ninjas who had been following him leaving in droves.

I've been tricked!

"Brother Yoru!"

Uchiha Shisui had just stepped out of the Hokage Office Building, couldn't help but show a look of resentment. Even Kakashi said in a deep voice, "Yoru, it's come to this point. The Third Hokage Lady Tsunade to take the position. This is clearly a strategic retreat."

A dark mass of ninjas followed behind him. When Uchiha Yoru turned around and saw this scene, a bloodthirsty smile appeared on his face.

"Loss? A Third Hokage old fox, almost in his coffin yet still clinging to power. It seems my backup plan needs to be revealed."

At this moment, Uchiha Yoru's face showed a resolute expression, while among the crowd, only Hatake Kakashi seemed to have guessed something, and he couldn't help but say in a deep voice, "Yoru, this step is very dangerous."

"Danger?" Facing Kakashi, Uchiha Yoru's expression gradually fell silent. "Reform requires bloodshed. What have we done for all this? And do you think that our current absolute military strength will make us a target of suspicion?"

"Me, Uchiha Shisui, Uchiha Itachi— three pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan —and you, Kakashi Mangekyo. Mangekyo Danzo Might Guy now open the Seventh Gate, and there are them too!"

At this moment, Uchiha Yoru pointed at all the ninjas following behind him, his eyes filled with determination.

"They were the first to resort to force. I gave them the option of peace, but it's clear they wanted to test our limits. Well then, I will show the Third Hokage with my strength that testing comes at a price!"

"If our generation doesn't pay the price, then our next generation will. I'm willing to do anything to seize this opportunity to change my destiny."

Faced with Uchiha Yoru's resolute gaze, Hatake Kakashi remained silent for a moment before raising his head with a determined look, nodding and saying, "I understand."

This massive undertaking is not about maintaining some kind of balance, but about completely dismantling Konoha's original system and rebuilding a new Konoha.

Seeing Hatake Kakashi's support, Uchiha Yoru smiled and said, "From now on, for the peace and stability of Konoha, all Konoha Military Police Force ninjas are to enter a state of combat readiness and be distributed war supplies."

"Uchiha Shisui, I want you to take control of the war supplies being sent from the border countries, and at the same time, inform everyone."

At this moment, Uchiha Yoru's face was full of determination. He made no attempt to hide his intention to tell all the Konoha Ninja that if anyone was considering a war of attrition, then he feared nothing.

Countless ninja villages in the Shinobi World would love to watch Konoha descend into internal strife without firing a single shot, especially Iwagakure and Kumogakure.

Since the Third Hokage has set up this trap, he's going to blatantly flex his muscles and tell everyone openly that they are not afraid of bloodshed.

"Night, if civil war breaks out!"

At that moment, Hatake Kakashi lowered his voice and uttered a possibility. At that instant Uchiha Yoru's eyes turned crimson, and he also turned to look back.

"Don't worry, I don't want to start a civil war. If it really comes to that, Jiraiya and Tsunade will be held back by Teacher Orochimaru and Shisui, and there's Itachi's Mangekyo, plus yours, Kakashi, and my eyes!"

At this point, Uchiha Yoru firmly uttered a sentence and strode away.

"Execute the Decapitation Strike!"

With those words echoing in his ears, Hatake Kakashi looked up at the dark sky and murmured to himself, "The village is decaying. We are changing the village, for its future."

With their superior combat capabilities, they hold an absolute advantage!

This time, Uchiha Yoru's departure was very decisive, taking all the elites around the Hokage Building with him, but at the same time, it put immense pressure on countless people.

Hokage Office.

At this moment, Tsunade on the table in anger and roared, "Third Hokage, you're using me as a pawn!"

Faced with Tsunade's angry questioning, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, remained silent for a long while before saying softly, "Tsunade, all of this is for Konoha. Only you can suppress the Uchiha."

Jiraiya, leaning against the window, remained silent. Even at this point, the old man was still unwilling to accept that the Konoha he ruled had been changed.

I don't know when it started, but the once-renowned Shinobi Hero has become the obsessive person he is now.

However, when facing Hiruzen Sarutobi, Tsunade sneered, "Do you know how strong this brat is now? Three and a half pairs of Mangekyo, plus one that was taken from Danzo's eyes, a total of four pairs of Mangekyo!"

"And there's even Orochimaru. Do you dare say this brat won't recall Orochimaru? Old man, you're playing with fire. You're betting on whether this brat dares to start a civil war!"

"And do you even know the extent of this brat's power?!" Tsunade rubbed her temples, truly disappointed this time. The old man was too obsessive.

He was so obsessed that only by following his Will of Fire could Konoha prosper, and any slightly different opinion was considered a failure to inherit the Will of Fire.

"Old man." Jiraiya was leaning against the window, suddenly spoke. The window was open, and a gentle breeze blew through his white hair, revealing a smile.

"That kid agreed, I support him, and I'll keep an eye on Naruto."

"Jiraiya, you!" Hiruzen Sarutobi's face was extremely ugly as he looked at Jiraiya, who was suddenly about to betray him.

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