The Third Elder Was Up to Something! [First Update, Please Subscribe]

"Whether it was his strength or his abilities, Uchiha Hikaru was beyond reproach. If there was any flaw, it was that he came from the Uchiha clan. But don't forget that the Uchiha have changed greatly now. Teacher's thinking is extreme—I don't believe you don't know that."

"Even so, we still vote against it! We absolutely will not support Uchiha Hikaru becoming Hokage."

No matter what the Third Hokage said, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura remained opposed. Other matters could be overlooked, but allowing Hikaru to become Konoha's next Hokage was absolutely out of the question!!!!

"I know your position, and of course, mine will not change either. I will not try to persuade you here. I will let the facts speak for themselves, so I need you to help me with something. The results will come soon enough."

No matter how much was said, it was useless. They still needed to look at the facts. Was there anyone in Konoha who could still compete with Hikaru?

There definitely were people who could compete, but would they actually do so?

Beyond the thoughts and support of people like them, the biggest factor lay within the village itself. Do not treat Konoha's civilians as mere decorations. Their wishes could likewise influence anything.

Especially when it came to choosing the next Hokage.

"We'll watch. What do you need us to do?"

"Very simple. Spread the news that I wish to retire and that I intend to select candidates for the next Hokage."

The Third Hokage spoke with utter certainty.

"Have you gone mad?!!"

Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura stared wide-eyed, unable to believe that the Third Hokage wanted to do this. Did he not know how much turmoil such news would cause if it spread?

"No, I haven't gone mad. It is