Reporting to the Hokage and Taking Office as Department Head
After talking with Uchiha Kō Uchiha Hirotomo for a while, he headed towards his residence.
A thousand thoughts filled my mind, but they all vanished as the large quilt was pulled over my head.
The next day, Uchiha Kō got up at seven o'clock without needing to be woken up, and then dragged Uchiha Hirotomo and the other person to the Hokage Office.
It was still early, and the downstairs door was not yet open. Two ninjas were guarding the gate. When they saw Uchiha Hirotomo and Uchiha Kō arrive, they quickly bowed and paid their respects.
One was the head of the largest clan, and the other was a legendary Konoha ninja. Their importance was undeniable, and one of the ninjas even asked whether the Lord Hokage should be notified.
Uchiha Kō waved his hand and laughed, "No need, no need, it's nothing urgent. The Lord Hokage is already very busy, how could we disturb him with such trivial matters?"
Despite saying that, the Anbu had already taken action. At that moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen was having dinner at home. His ears twitched, and he smiled, "Biwako, I'm finished eating. I'm heading out now!"
Biwako Sarutobi nodded. "Alright, why are you working so hard? You just quelled the war, and you don't even have time to spend with your son at home."
After saying that, Biwako Sarutobi glanced at Sarutobi Shinnosuke, who was eating a chicken leg, her eyes filled with loving kindness.
"Haha, my teacher was entrusted with this Hokage in a time of crisis. I was afraid that I was not capable enough and would fail to live up to his expectations. Now, thanks to the support of the various clans of Konoha, we have just quelled the war. There are still many things that need me, the Hokage, to do. How can I slack off?" After saying this, Sarutobi Hiruzen put on the Hokage Haori, straightened his back, and stretched out his arms.
Biwako Sarutobi smiled, stood up Sarutobi Hiruzen's clothes, and fastened his belt, saying, "Take care of yourself!"
"Hehe, don't worry, I'm in great shape. I might live to be a hundred or eighty!" Sarutobi Hiruzen chuckled.
In front of the villagers, he is the extremely serious Third Hokage, but at home, he is a husband and a father.
"Alright, you're such a chatterbox. Go on, but come back early tonight! Oh, and by the way, don't let me find out you were peeping into the women's bathhouse!" Biwako Sarutobi snorted coldly.
She knew perfectly well how unreliable Sarutobi Hiruzen had been in the past!
After being rebuffed by his wife, Sarutobi Hiruzen coughed twice and said, "I know, you've been spreading rumors all Tenten. I'm the Hokage! How could I possibly peep into a women's bathhouse!" He was unreasonable, but his temper was strong!
Sarutobi Hiruzen open the door and went out, then closed it again. When he turned around, two figures appeared, kneeling on the ground.
"If you have something to say, let's talk outside," Sarutobi Hiruzen said calmly, then walked towards the door.
Seeing this, two Anbu followed closely behind him.
As Sarutobi Hiruzen walked down the street, he suddenly stopped, tilted his head slightly, and said, "Tell me, what's the matter that you're reporting so early?"
At this moment, the authority of the person in charge was fully revealed. His kindness was directed towards other villagers and ninjas, but he had a different approach towards his subordinates, especially his confidants.
"Reporting to the Lord Hokage, Uchiha Hirotomo and Uchiha Kō are waiting for you in front of the Hokage Building," the Anbu Ninja said.
"Hmm? Then why didn't the gatekeeper come to notify us?" Sarutobi Hiruzen an eyebrow.
"It's Elder Xiao. He said that the Lord Hokage and shouldn't be bothered by their trivial matters, so he's waiting at the door."
"Haha, Lord Xiao is too polite and too rule-abiding. This is all very troublesome. Alright, I understand. You may all leave!" Sarutobi Hiruzen was genuinely pleased.
The fact that a powerful figure like Uchiha Kō is so well-versed in etiquette shows that he's doing a good job as Hokage. At the same time, my impression of Uchiha Kō has improved dramatically.
At the same time, he was also curious about what Uchiha Kō wanted to see him about, so he quickened his pace and soon arrived in front of the Hokage Building.
Upon seeing Uchiha Kō immediately Sarutobi Hiruzen and said, "Lord Hokage!" Uchiha Hirotomo followed suit, bowing in return.
Sarutobi Hiruzen chuckled and said, "Sigh~ We're all comrades from the same village, no need for so much formality." With that, he helped Uchiha Kō and Uchiha Hirotomo up.
"Come in and talk!" After saying that, he pointed to the Hokage Building, whose door was already open Sarutobi Hiruzen went first, followed by the other two, and the three of them chatted about everyday things.
It wasn't until Sarutobi Hiruzen opened the office door and gestured for the two to sit down that they both Sarutobi Hiruzen their seats.
"Lord Xiao, Clan Chief Guangzhi, what is it? Please speak." Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a smile.
Uchiha Hirotomo rose and bowed, "Lord Hokage Guangzhi, I feel somewhat overwhelmed managing the Uchiha Clan and the Police Force, so I have decided to hand over the Police Force to you, Owl-kun. I hope you will agree Lord Hokage!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen pondered for a moment without speaking, glancing at Uchiha Kō, wondering what he was thinking.
Uchiha Kō also stood up and said, "Lord Hokage, I believe that although the Police Force a benefit given to the Uchiha Clan by the Second Lord Hokage, it should not just be the Uchiha's Police Force, but Konoha's Police Force, and your Police Force, Lord Hokage."
"After I become the minister, I am willing to give half of the Police Force's staff to the various clans in the village. As for the eliminated Uchiha Police Force members, they will be given temporary staff and enjoy benefits, but they will not have formal positions..." Uchiha Kō explained his plan.
Interspersed among these sentiments were expressions of support for Sarutobi Hiruzen, admiration for him, and praise for him, which pleased him greatly. He gave Uchiha Kō a deep look and smiled.
"Since Lord Owl is willing to share the authority of the Police Force with everyone, why should I disagree?" After saying that, he signed his name and stamped the Hokage's official seal on Uchiha Kō's plan.
This action by Uchiha Kō is a good thing for Sarutobi Hiruzen. If there's anything he lacks in terms of control over the entire village, it's the Police Force. Now that Uchiha Kō is willing to give up half of the positions, it means that the Police Force will have his own members, Danzo's Danzo, and members from various clans, and he will be able to keep track of the Police Force's situation.
Uchiha Kō smiled. "The Lord Hokage wise! If there's nothing else, we'll take our leave!"
"Wait, Lord Owl, this is your ministerial appointment letter. Honestly, you've lost your official seal after becoming an official! You, you!" Sarutobi Hiruzen his head and laughed.
"Hehe, Lord Hokage, I was just too excited!" He quickly took the appointment letter and thanked Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"Okay, go ahead. As for the issue of that half of the staff, finalize it as soon as possible. You can decide which people to recruit!" Sarutobi Hiruzen meaningfully.
Uchiha Kō nodded. "Understood!" He and Uchiha Hirotomo then left the Hokage Building.
After leaving the Hokage Building, Uchiha Kō didn't look back and steadily headed towards the Police Force. He knew perfectly well that Sarutobi Hiruzen might be watching him right now.
And indeed, Sarutobi Hiruzen looked down from upstairs, staring at Uchiha Kō. No one knew what he was thinking. After a moment, he shook his head.
"Uchiha Kō, as expected of Uchiha Izuna's grandson, his political acumen and intelligence are even greater than his." After saying this, Sarutobi Hiruzen began to handle government affairs.