"I definitely won't let you down!" Hiruko bowed deeply to Uchiha Genmei.
His heart was soaring. At last, someone had recognized his talent!
For someone who had always silently measured himself against Orochimaru, this was
a tremendous boost that filled him with excitement!
He, Himiko,
had gone from an ordinary jōnin to the head of a department.
And not just any department—it was the unprecedented Scientific Research Department...
The name alone made it clear:
his research was probably no secret to the Police Force's Skynet barrier.
Thinking of this, Himiko raised his eyes to Uchiha Genmei, who was about to become Konoha's leader.
With resolve, he said in a low voice:
"From now on, no matter what hardships lie ahead, I will always stand by your side, my lord!"
At that,
Uchiha Genmei hurried to reassure him:
"Stand up straight, Himiko... We'll be working together from now on."
As for Himiko's promise—or rather, his oath—
Genmei knew it was genuine!
The conviction contained in his chakra couldn't be faked!
All Genmei could do was marvel.
In this world, shinobi possessed an extraordinary energy linked to their will: chakra.
Those with considerable strength—in other words, jōnin and above—
all had convictions of their own.
Take Konoha's Will of Fire, for example.
After years of promoting it,
only someone recognized by everyone would become Hokage.
Under these circumstances, Himiko, a shinobi who had always carried a certain pride in his heart,
had been entrusted with an important responsibility.
Through Genmei's chakra sense, he could truly feel Himiko's resolve: A man would give his life for one who understood him!
Putting those thoughts aside,
Genmei discussed the relevant research matters with Himiko,
then got to his feet.
He headed for the Hokage Building.
The transfer of power was already underway, and he was