Watching Konoha gradually descend into chaos, Sasuke restrained his chakra, grabbed Boruto, and quickly arrived at Konoha Hospital.
Sasuke had learned many things from the other world.
For example, he knew very well that the current Konoha could never accept him as Hokage.
It was not because of some ridiculous bonds or recognition.
It was simply because having him become Hokage did not align with most people's interests.
Naruto was even more willing to compromise than the Third Hokage. After becoming Hokage, he held practically no real authority. He was clearly the Hokage, yet he ate instant noodles every day. Who would not like a Hokage like that?
Konoha had grown wealthier, the ninja clans had become stronger, and the Land of Fire had also become more powerful, yet Naruto himself lived terribly, without even enough time to spend with his family.
He had achieved his dream only to discover that it was not as wonderful as he had imagined, but instead a complete mess. Only Hinata could be so tolerant and understanding toward Naruto.
Even if Naruto and Shikamaru temporarily vanished, the impact would not be great.
Most of Konoha's current affairs did not actually require Naruto to handle them. Shikamaru handled most matters, which was why Shikamaru became the next Hokage after Naruto disappeared.
Sasuke's target now was not Konoha, but the Land of Fire!
He would make the people of Konoha willingly elect him as Hokage!
Within the alternate dimension Sasuke had created, Shikamaru and Naruto could clearly see Sasuke's every move.
When Sasuke looked toward Konoha, Naruto and Shikamaru both broke out in cold sweat, terrified that Sasuke would unleash another Super Shinra Tensei on Konoha.
However, when they saw Sasuke leave, both of them breathed a sigh of relief.
Soon, Sasuke appeared in the capital