At Tsunade's command, the people around her began to move, all eager to know what the newly appointed Hokage was really up to.
However, the Uchiha was in an uproar. They felt that the Hokage Position should finally be theirs, the Uchiha Clan, shouldn't it? The Third Hokage was dead, and now a Fifth Hokage had been parachuted in.
"I refuse to accept this! Why shouldn't someone from our Uchiha Clan be the Fifth Hokage?"
"That's right, how could she, a mere woman, be fit to be the Hokage Position?"
"Yeah, yeah, shouldn't the Hokage Position have a chance to take the Uchiha position?"
"They say there's a meeting in a bit? What a load of rubbish! I, the Uchiha, am not going. I'll just make her lose face."
Listening to the clansmen's chatter, Fugaku felt completely overwhelmed and didn't know what to do. He could only turn to Naruto was eating sunflower seeds nearby, for help.
I hope he can help resolve the current situation.
Naruto, feeling somewhat helpless under Fugaku's intense gaze, truly didn't understand what was so appealing about the Hokage Position. That job was the epitome of a beast of burden, requiring him to rise earlier than the rooster, sleep later than the dog, and deal with a mountain of tasks. Just thinking about it was terrifying, Naruto had been a beast of burden before his transmigration.
Therefore, he wasn't really interested in the Hokage Position, but Fugaku had come to him for help, so it would be unreasonable not to help.
So, Naruto had no choice but to bite the bullet and explain things to these hot-tempered Uchiha clan members.
"Ahem, everyone, please quiet down and let me say a few words."
Are you curious why Naruto, an outsider, has such a status and influence within the Uchiha? The truth is, those who opposed Naruto, and those who were particularly vocal, were all dealt with by Fugaku long ago. Furthermore, over the years, Fugaku adopted the governance methods recommended by Naruto, along with modern products, combined with Naruto's modern management style and flashy marketing tactics, making the Uchiha incredibly wealthy.
It can be said that, thanks to Naruto, the Uchiha's standard of living has risen dramatically in recent years.
This is why Naruto has achieved his current status.
Upon hearing Naruto speak, the people who had been arguing gradually stopped.
"I want to ask everyone, why are you all so obsessed with the Hokage position?"
As Naruto asked his question, the Uchiha around him began to actively answer Naruto.
"Of course I want to become Hokage! How long have we Uchiha been suppressed by the Hokage?"
This is how Naruto responded to the Uchiha clansman's words.
"As far as I know, only the Second Hokage has targeted the Uchiha Clan Uchiha Clan, while the other Hokage haven't openly and excessively targeted them."
"But what about the Third Hokage?"
"It was Danzo who targeted the Uchiha Danzo; Hiruzen Sarutobi, that old codger, was just an accomplice when he got into trouble."
"When the Hokage gains power, he can use it to benefit his clan."
"But are we short of money now? Do we lack the perks of Hokage? Besides, becoming Hokage now would be a thankless and exhausting task. Think about it, Hiruzen Sarutobi just died, and we're in a time of Hiruzen Sarutobi and busiest times. To compete for the Hokage Position now would just be asking for trouble."
"Wow, what you said makes a lot of sense."
The Uchiha Hokage down and began to ponder Naruto's words. Being Hokage might bring benefits to the clan, but in the end, wouldn't one still need to earn money to support their family? They could already do that, so why bother Hokage?
Seeing that some Uchiha clansmen had begun to consider the matter, Naruto breathed a slight sigh of relief. He was genuinely worried that these people might suddenly have a brain fart and rebel again. Although the probability of a successful rebellion was high now, it was completely unnecessary. Hiruzen Sarutobi was dead, and Danzo was under control, so there was no way anyone would threaten the Uchiha Clan.
As for Tsunade? She wouldn't do something as foolish as Hiruzen Sarutobi.
At this point, some people might ask, why was only Hiruzen Sarutobi killed, and Danzo?
How could Danzo, a close friend of Hiruzen Sarutobi, possibly survive alone?
Naruto's answer was, "It's too narrow-minded, your perspective is too limited."
Danzo is still useful; in the end, he Danzo only, and must, die at Uchiha Sasuke's hands. Otherwise, who will test Uchiha Sasuke's Mangekyō Sharingan abilities, and who will familiarize him with Mangekyō Sharingan operation?
Are you suggesting we Naruto? Are you kidding me? He's busy too, okay?
In the conference room, Tsunade breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that everyone had arrived. Especially after seeing that the Uchiha members were also there, she finally felt relieved. She had been really afraid that these Uchiha members would cause trouble for her when she first took office.
But clearly, she was overthinking it. After Naruto's masterful words, the Hokage Position became the most despised position for them. What started as a mad pursuit and eager pursuit has now become something to be avoided at all costs and utterly disliked.
Indeed, the best way to demystify something is to turn it into work.
"Alright, that concludes this meeting. Does anyone have anything to add?"
Tsunade finished speaking, but everyone present looked at each other in silence.
The reason is that compared to Hiruzen Sarutobi, Tsunade is practically a human being. In fact, a large part of it is because Konoha is currently in a period of peace, and there aren't as many things to deal with.
As for the changes Tsunade made, she removed the Uchiha Clan's exclusive control over the Konoha Police Force. Although the Uchiha still led the Police Force, other clans were required to inject fresh blood into the Police Force, which would prevent any further dissatisfaction with the Uchiha.
Even Naruto was somewhat surprised by Tsunade's move; he hadn't expected her to think of something like this.
As for the Uchiha, they had long been fed up with this thankless and exhausting Police Force. Every time they enforced the law, they were either scolded or verbally abused. Now, it was better, because other clans were going to carry out missions with them. Now it was time to show them what real troublemakers were like.
After the meeting, Naruto went for a walk outside with Sasuke and Hinata.
Then a voice interrupted their conversation.
"Um, you must be Naruto Uzumaki?"
The three of them turned around and saw an old man with white hair, wearing a Forehead Protector with the word "oil" written on it, and he gave off a dissolute vibe.
Naruto recognized the person at first glance: Jiraiya.