The inauguration ceremonies for the three Kage had originally been planned to take place in the central cities of the three major subordinate nations. However, the plan was changed at the last minute. After being held jointly in Feather Emperor City, the three new Kage would each travel through the eastern, western, and northern corridors of the Ninja Kingdom to assume office in the main cities!
The stated purpose of this move was to inspect public sentiment and lay the groundwork for their future work, but in truth... it was meant to disrupt the schemes of those lurking in the shadows!
In Feather Emperor City, the three elevated platforms built for the ceremony respectively flew banners marked "Wind," "Water," and "Earth"!
Although the Hidden Sand Village, Hidden Mist Village, and Hidden Rock Village had long established themselves independently, they had not forgotten their respective origins. The old national titles were still retained before the title of Kage.
On the Wind platform to the left stood Gaara. Wearing a Kazekage cloak with a dark green base and a conical hat, he cut a handsome and elegant figure!
The red character for "love" on his left forehead was especially eye-catching!
The Asura who had once loved only himself was now the Kazekage adored by the people!
Those who did not know said, "That's Sandfall Gaara, Gaara's youngest son, right? Wasn't he known for his violent temperament back when he was the One-Tail Jinchūriki?"
Those in the know retorted, "Lord Gaara's temperament changed long ago. Before becoming Kazekage, he was already the lord of Asura City in the Hidden Sand Village, beloved by both ninja and civilians. Whether in strength, seniority, or bloodline, he fully deserves to become Kazekage."
The uninformed people quickly changed their tune. "Well, if he was nominated by Lord