Fang Xu.
Kakashi looked at Fang Xu, his voice filled with barely suppressed amazement.
"Your abilities are practically invincible."
Fang Xu casually picked up the Sealing Scroll from the ground.
"It's just Bloodline Limit."
"Adapt as soon as possible."
" The Shikotsumyaku is best suited for assisting in body tempering. Don't be like the Kaguya, where bones just keep growing out of your body."
Kakashi nodded.
He had already heard about the hidden dangers of the Shikotsumyaku from his father.
This power can greatly strengthen the foundation.
However, excessive stimulation of bone growth can also deplete the body's potential.
Hatake Sakumo patted Kakashi on the shoulder.
"Let's go to the training grounds to familiarize ourselves with the power first."
"Skeletal control, Chakra growth, and body balance all require readjustment."
Kakashi did not leave immediately.
His gaze remained fixed on Fang Xu.
Fang Xu bestowed upon him the Shikotsumyaku, not just to make him stronger.
It's also helping to strengthen his physical foundation.
He kept this help in his heart.
Meanwhile, the discussion within Konoha had spread far and wide.
A teahouse on the street.
Mission Lobby.
At the entrance of the Ninja Tools shop.
On every street the frontline troops passed through on their return journey, people were discussing the war in hushed tones.
Have you heard?
The Third Shinobi World War could have ended more than a year ago.
" Lord Fang Xu already possessed the ability to quell the battlefield; the Third Hokage and Danzo deliberately kept him hidden."
"They fear that Lord Fang Xu's military achievements are too great, threatening their own positions."
"Those ninjas on the front lines have died in vain for over a year!"
More and more information is being unearthed.
The Sand Village Battlefield.
The Hidden Mist Battlefield.
Hidden Stone Battlefield.
Every time Fang Xu made a move, he turned the tide of the battle in a very short time.
The main forces of the three great ninja villages, Kage-level powerhouses, and Jinchuriki of the Tailed Beasts had little ability to resist him.
This further Rage the villagers.
If Fang Xu could have ended the war long ago, why wasn't he sent to the front lines?
" The Sarutobi Clan and Shimura Clan suffered the least losses."
"Dangerous missions are all assigned to Civilian Ninja and other ninja clans."
"Not many members of the consultant's family died either."
Those who die the most are always the ones without connections.
An elderly woman who had lost her son stood on a street corner, wiping away tears.
Her son died at the Hidden Stone Battlefield.
When the body was returned to Konoha, not even a complete face could be preserved.
"If my son could have waited another year, he might not have died."
"Why should they risk other people's lives to protect their own positions?"
More and more families of frontline ninjas are coming forward.
Someone lost their father.
Someone lost her husband.
Some people waited a long time, only to receive a Memorial Stone with their names written on it.
Years of suppressed discontent quickly escalated into uncontrollable rage as the truth of the war was revealed.
" Hiruzen Sarutobi is no longer fit to serve as Hokage!"
" Konoha needs to elect a new Fourth Hokage!"
"We can't let those people continue to control the village!"
In just a few days, the discussions among the people of Konoha intensified.
The villagers began a heated discussion about who was most suitable to become the Fourth Hokage.
Even a large number of villagers supported Fang Xu strength was unparalleled in the Shinobi World.
However, everyone quickly realized that Fang Xu was actually less than ten years old, which was too young and inappropriate.
No one mentioned Shimura Danzō at all during the entire event.
The streets of Konoha were much more crowded than usual.
News of the end of the three battlefields had reached the village, and the frontline troops were returning one after another. Teahouses, mission halls, and Ninja Tools shops were filled with people discussing the war.
"Have you heard? The Third Shinobi World War could have ended much earlier."
A middle-aged ninja lowered his voice, his eyes constantly scanning the surroundings.
" Lord Fang Xu went to Sunagakure first, then rushed to Kirigakure and Iwagakure. He ended all three battles very quickly."
His companion gripped his teacup tightly, his face filled with suppressed anger.
"Since Lord Fang Xu already possessed this strength, why did the Third Hokage consistently prevent him from going to the front lines?"
"Isn't it because I'm worried that Lord Fang Xu's military achievements are too high and threaten my position?"
After those words were spoken, the surroundings fell silent for a moment.
Immediately afterwards, more somber murmurs arose from various directions.
"Just to keep their own positions, they let so many frontline ninjas die in vain?"
"When have the Sarutobi Clan and Shimura Clan ever been at the forefront of the charge?"
"They dumped all the dangerous missions on us, but took most of the post-war resources."
Fang Xu walked among the crowd, gently spreading his Mental Strength to take in all the sounds around him.
Tsunade walked beside him, listening to the increasingly heated discussions on the street, and a slow smile appeared on her lips.
"Even Hiruzen Sarutobi has met his end."
There was not a trace of sympathy in her tone.
"Didn't you used to be so good at putting on Hokage as the Hokage? Now you're finally tasting the bitterness of public backlash."
Tsunade crossed her arms and her steps became much lighter.
She had long disliked Hiruzen Sarutobi's behavior. He always talked about Konoha and peace, but in reality, he constantly allowed Danzo and his Advisory Council to control the village.
Kurenai glanced at Tsunade.
" Hiruzen Sarutobi's current predicament is entirely his own fault."
Her voice wasn't loud, but it was very clear.
"Whatever his reasons, he shouldn't have used the lives of frontline ninjas to pave the way for himself."
As Kurenai recalled the bodies that had been returned to Konoha, the smile on her face gradually faded.
"If you do something wrong, you should bear the consequences. The Hokage is no exception."
Nazi nodded.
"The higher the position, the more people you can influence."
She raised her hand to straighten her sleeves, her gaze falling on the crowd gathered in front of her.
"Since the decision made resulted in numerous sacrifices, we cannot simply use the excuse of 'for the sake of the village' to shirk responsibility."
Fang Xu did not participate in the three women's discussion.
Looking at the growing crowds on both sides of the street, he knew perfectly well that Hiruzen Sarutobi had lost the most important thing.
Public trust.
Support from the frontline ninjas.
And the patience of the Ninja Clans towards him.
Once these things disappear, the position of Hokage will no longer be secure.
Tsunade.
Fang Xu suddenly spoke.
Tsunade turned her head and immediately became alert.
Your tone is off.
She stopped and looked Fang Xu up and down.
"Let's get this straight, don't even think about trying to persuade me to run for the Fourth Hokage."
Fang Xu looked at her.
I haven't said what it is yet.
You don't need to say anything.
Tsunade raised her hand, interrupting him directly.
"Everyone in Konoha is talking about the Fourth Hokage right now, and you specifically asked me about it; you definitely don't have good intentions."
She took a half step back, her wariness becoming even more pronounced.
I promised to take you to the Pokémon World.
"This matter cannot be ruined because of a Hokage position."
Tsunade wasn't very interested in the Fourth Hokage.
She has no shortage of strength or prestige. What truly annoys her is the countless documents, meetings, task assignments, and ninja clan disputes behind the Hokage.
The thought of sitting in the office every day reviewing official documents gives her a headache.
I didn't intend for you to handle all the administrative matters.
Fang Xu spoke calmly.
Tsunade's expression softened slightly, but she still didn't relax.
"What's the meaning?"
Let's Analytic the current Candidate first.
Fang Xu looked towards the end of the street.
Jiraiya nor Orochimaru truly intended to Hokage Position.
" Jiraiya loved to travel and also wrote novels in his spare time. Orochimaru Isshin researching ninjutsu and immortality, and would never waste his time dealing with trivial matters in the village."
Tsunade a soft snort.
"These two guys definitely don't seem like the type to stay quietly in the office."
She could already picture Jiraiya sitting at his desk reviewing documents.
I'm afraid they won't last more than a few days before they escape through the window.
Where is Minato Namikaze?
Tsunade asked.
" Minato's strength, personality, and reputation are all excellent."
Fang Xu did not deny Minato Namikaze's abilities.
"But he comes from a commoner background, is relatively young, and doesn't have a powerful ninja clan supporting him."
" Hiruzen Sarutobi, Shimura Danzō, and their two advisors have managed Konoha for many years, wielding considerable power over the Anbu, Intelligence, resource allocation, and administrative authority."
Fang Xu stopped and lowered his voice.
"If Minato were to become the Fourth Hokage directly, the old leadership would likely push him to the forefront so they could continue to hold real power."
Tsunade's brows slowly furrowed.
She certainly understood what Fang Xu meant.
After becoming Hokage, Minato Namikaze nominally held the highest position. However, as long as the Anbu, the Advisory Council, and the Administrative system remained in the hands of the old high-ranking officials, it would be difficult for him to truly implement his own ideas.
"You want me to transition for two years first?"
Tsunade quickly guessed Fang Xu's plan.