Konoha: Becoming a God Starting with Aburame

Chapter 115 continues with "The Strongest Fifth Kazekage - Tesla".

"Of course it's true, Elder Jingdu. I'm just a commoner and I don't know how to manage a village at all. Isn't that what we need you for?"

"Besides, I, Tesla, have received a lot of help from you in the past. I certainly won't let you retire once I become the Kazekage."

Tesla opened his eyes wide and looked at Jingdu, speaking with a sincere expression.

After all, Shiki created this clone of him mainly for research purposes, not to become the Kazekage and handle political affairs.

"I have no interest in the Wind Shadow. Political affairs are too troublesome for me. I want to use my precious time to do experiments."

"Elder Chiyo and Elder Ebizo are retiring, so we need a respected elder like you to help us."

Jingdu looked at Tesla seriously, "How can you guarantee your promise?"

It's clear that Jingdu is already tempted, and not only Jingdu, but all the high-ranking officers in the camp are tempted as well.

The council of elders sounds very prestigious.

Unexpectedly, this time their rights were not only not damaged, but may even have been expanded.

"Elder Jingdu, when I assume the position of Wind Shadow, I will announce the selection of five elders to form the Elder Council. Wouldn't that show great sincerity?"

"Besides, isn't the most important thing about the Elder Council this name, a name approved by the Wind Shadow? Once the Elder Council is established, with your power, expanding will be a piece of cake."

Jingdu gave Tesla a complicated look. "Your proposal is very tempting. We need to discuss it."

"Of course, no problem. I'm sure you'll give me a satisfactory answer."

"After all, there aren't many opportunities in a lifetime to change one's fate, especially the fate of a tribe."

When Jingdu approached the high-ranking members of the Sand Village, he was met with very aggressive stares.

Jing Du tightened his clothes and asked, "What do you think Tesla will do about the elders?"

"Elder Jingdu, I think this is a brilliant idea. Just like Tesla, no, the Fifth Kazekage said, since he's not good at politics, let's leave it to us. We certainly won't let him down."

One of the higher-ups spoke up, drawing a chorus of agreement.

Jingdu looked at this high-ranking official, who only thought good things. Even if the elders' council was established, it might not necessarily be a good thing.

With five elders forming the council, who will go in? Chiyo, Ebizo, and he already make up three people, leaving only two spots.

By securing a spot on the council of elders, Tesla could potentially act as a neutral arbiter and compete for interests.

Tesla originally had no power; he simply threw away the interests of the Sand Village's higher-ups and let them grab them.

The Sand Village leaders had no choice but to compete, since the spots were limited, and if they didn't fight for them, plenty of others would.

If someone else manages to steal it, you'll be in trouble when they're developing their tribe.

However, this matter has both advantages and disadvantages.

With Chiyo and Ebizo about to retire, Kageto is confident in controlling the elders and causing Tesla's plans to fail completely.

You'll regret this, Tesla!

Jingdu thought to himself, "The village is too complicated. Tesla is too young to handle. Leave it to me."

"This is the list from Tesla, take a look."

Jingdu will showcase Tesla's listings.

"This is impossible! Not just us, the entire Sand Village doesn't have that many materials!"

The executive who had just spoken in agreement immediately burst into a scream.

"I know this is impossible. Tesla is trying to extort money. Let's come up with a list first, and I'll give it to Tesla to see if he accepts it."

Jingdu spoke up and offered his suggestion. He really wanted the council of elders to be established, because he didn't believe that an old man like himself couldn't outmaneuver a young man in politics.

Urged on by Jingdu, everyone chipped in, and managed to gather all the items on the Tesla list, though the quantity was far too small.

"My materials?"

Tesla saw Jingdu return and asked.

"impossible!"

Jingdu flew into a rage again, "No, you're asking for too much. This is all we can give you."

Tesla took the list from Jingdu, glanced at it, and said with dissatisfaction:

"Elder Jingdu, are you trying to fob me off like a beggar? Don't think I don't know that your tribe has been collecting these things all along. Otherwise, how could you have such a continuous supply of puppets?"

Tesla's expression darkened. "If I don't become Kazekage, then it can only be Pakura. And if Pakura becomes Kazekage, do you think things can still be the same?"

"Don't even mention the council of elders, you can't even retain your current power!"

"That's already quite a lot, Tesla. You should be content. Isn't becoming the Wind Shadow enough for you?"

"Elder Jingdu, I may relinquish my position as Wind Shadow, but can you relinquish your power?"

Jingdu was speechless. These old guys weren't as powerful as Chiyo. Once they lost power, they lost everything.

"What do you want? You know your list is simply impossible."

"My request is simple, just five times the size of your list."

Tesla smiled. All that talk was just to get these old guys to reveal their true wealth.

Sunagakure is famous for its puppetry, so it must have plenty of precious materials for making puppets.

Take, for example, Chiyo's Chikamatsu Ten Puppet Masters. These puppets were capable of withstanding the sword light of White Fang, and the materials they were made of were extraordinary.

As for the elders' council, it's true; Tesla had no intention of breaking the contract.

However, he will use these materials to build a tower in the center of Sunagakure Village—the Magnetic Storm Coil.

Tesla didn't believe these old guys would dare to disobey his orders under the threat of the magnetic storm coil.

Otherwise, if Tesla takes a liking to them, they'll be in big trouble.

"I'll go and talk to them."

Jingdu left with a grim expression.

"Five times! Impossible! Tesla is asking for too much. Does he even want to be the fifth-generation Kazekage anymore?!"

"He doesn't want to be in power, but Yekura does, and so do Yekura's supporters. If Yekura comes to power, we losers will inevitably face a major reshuffle. Tesla is the best choice."

The Sand Village leaders looked unwilling. They could afford five times the amount, but the village would have to tighten its belt from now on.

Soon, Tesla and the Sand Ninja leadership reached an amicable agreement.

"Don't worry, everyone. My promise will remain valid. I'm really not interested in becoming the Wind Shadow. I'll leave the political affairs to you when the time comes."

Jingdu spoke up, "We need to return to the village immediately to conduct the Fifth Kazekage succession ceremony and finalize everything. We need to create momentum now."

The news of Tesla's appointment as the Fifth Kazekage spread rapidly within the Sand Village's temporary camp.

The Sand Village ninja cheered, having witnessed the power of Tesla's Magnet Release and Tesla's willingness to cover the rear.

Tesla was highly regarded, and the title of "Strongest Fifth Kazekage" quickly spread among the Sand Village.

Tesla came out and, seeing this scene, exclaimed, "The people's hearts are with us; the advantage is on our side!"

"Having been entrusted with this mission amidst defeat and given this order in a time of crisis, I will certainly not let you down!"

The most powerful fifth-generation wind shadow - Tesla - makes its grand debut.

(End of this chapter)