A few months later.
"I've compiled several suggestions regarding the policy of [escorting the trade routes between the Land of Water and the Land of Fire to promote economic and trade exchanges between the two countries].
Hand this over to Master Minato."
Uchiha Mai closed the folder in his hands and handed it to Kakashi, who stood before him.
"Yes."
Kakashi accepted the document and turned to leave the Void Division's office.
"It seems that being a Naruto candidate and Naruto advisor is much more demanding than expected. You have to handle at least three or four hours of official business every day."
Fugaku, who had come to the Void Division to visit, waited until Kakashi had left before teasing him.
Though Kakashi was one of the Void Division's captains, strictly speaking, he was not truly one of Uchiha Mai's own people. Fugaku and Shisui were.
"Soon it'll be your turn to be busy, Uncle Fugaku."
Uchiha Mai picked up the warm coffee on the table, leisurely added two sugar cubes, and smiled. "In a few days, I'll be returning to Kirigakure.
Kirigakure cannot remain leaderless for a day. I've delayed in Konoha for too long and must return to Kirigakure immediately to be crowned Mizukage.
After I leave, I'll need you to look after all of the Void Division's affairs in Konoha. You'll also need to exercise my authority as a Naruto advisor on my behalf."
Fugaku's expression stiffened. He tactfully declined, "Could someone else do it?
You know Mikoto's condition. She'll be giving birth in two months, and I'm afraid I won't be able to spare much attention.
Besides, the Void Division is independent of the Anbu. Since you also serve as the de facto Mizukage, the matters the Void Division handles are all very delicate within Konoha.