The First Formal Meeting

Namikaze Naruto did not reject those ninjas who harbored ulterior motives.

He knew very well that it was impossible for him to gain the trust and support of everyone.

Not to mention that he had only just arrived.

It was normal for everyone to have their own thoughts and ambitions; it was understandable that they did not trust him. However, the fundamental premise was that one had to at least maintain appearances! For those fools who could not even see the situation clearly yet still intended to stir up trouble, Naruto had nothing to say. Of course, this was only a first impression; one could not easily pass a "death sentence" based on a single meeting, and he had to give them at least a small chance.

Furthermore, now was not the time for a major purge.

Stability was the most important thing.

The reasons for this had already been stated previously.

"Lord Naruto!"

After entering, the seven Jonin each knelt on one knee. Even the three who harbored hidden agendas put on a respectful expression and spoke in low voices.

This could be considered the first official meeting where Naruto, as the leader of the village, received his subordinates since taking over the Snow Ninja Village. Naturally, these seven Jonin needed to show their respect, and a formal audience was the best way to demonstrate it.

"Mm, everyone rise. Today can be considered our first official meeting. Thanks to the great kindness of Her Majesty the Queen, I, Namikaze Naruto, have been tasked with taking over the Snow Ninja Village. I will not pursue the events of the past, and neither will Her Majesty. As the most important military force of the Land of Snow, Her Majesty hopes to see the village become the most solid pillar of the