Far away within the Dragon Vein, Uchiha Madara would never have guessed that the instructions he left behind had been altered in just a few words by his dependable disciple.
"Ninja King?"
Uchiha Kaku's eyes instantly lit up.
Titles like Daimyo and king were commonly found within every nation.
The first Ninja King of the Land of Fire sounded far more imposing than Konoha's Second—positively overflowing with dominance.
He believed the clan head would definitely like it, and Tobirama would be happy to help make it happen.
After all, the Hokage held far more real power than the Ninja King.
Just as he was about to say something else, an unfamiliar current of air suddenly swept into the hall.
Anbu.
"Kaku-sama, the Hokage has summoned all clan heads and ninja squad leaders for an emergency meeting."
A low voice came from behind a white tiger-striped mask. Its deep gaze paused briefly on Rikusei before the figure vanished in an instant.
"Leave the clan's affairs to me. There won't be any problem."
Naori, her hair tied in a ponytail, lifted her eyes slightly. A clear chill flashed through her bright gaze as she said gently.
With his concerns now resolved, Kaku turned to look at Rikusei.
There was a trace of regret in his expression. He had only just skipped out of work, yet he was already being dragged back.
Rikusei seemed not to notice the unusual gaze from above. At that moment, his attention was drawn entirely to the girl's clear eyes.
Their gazes met tightly, requiring no further explanation.
Rikusei gave her a slight nod, rose to his feet, and stirred the chakra within his body as he hurried toward the Hokage Building.
The clan heads still in the village, along with the leaders of every chunin and jonin