Naruto: Starting from Eating the Gold Fruit

Chapter 659 The Arrival of a New Era

In fact, even before the results were announced, Yua knew that Hinata would win the final election.

The reason is simple: regarding Hinata and Shisui, their vote share among the villagers of Konoha's inner city is the same among ordinary people, but if we consider the votes among the various ninja clans...

That's different.

Therefore, Yuya summoned the two to the Konoha meeting room a day in advance.

"This is the final vote count. Do you two have your own opinions on the results?"

Yuya placed a report on the table and looked at Shisui and Hinata, asking them a question.

Hinata was slightly taken aback, then looked at Shisui.

Shisui remained calm and expressionless.

After thinking for a moment, Hinata said, "Maybe... I'll get a few more votes."

As Hinata finished speaking, Shisui tilted his head slightly and looked at her.

Yu Ya became interested: "Oh? You think so... then..."

"Shisui, what do you think?"

Hinata, who had expected Yuya to ask her why, pouted slightly.

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Shisui nodded: "I also think this should be the result."

You Ya laughed: "It seems you two were prepared all along."

Okay, I won't give you the answer. Why don't you both write down your reasons on a piece of paper, and then see if the other person's reasons are the same as yours?

You Ya suddenly remembered that interesting historical anecdote.

Shisui and Hinata, however, were not prepared to play along with Yua.

"That's not surprising, since I won't receive any votes from the ninja clan," Shisui said.

Hinata nodded: "That's right, and as far as I know, even among the Uchiha clan members, not many people voted for Shisui."

You Ya nodded, very pleased.

"I knew I wasn't wrong. You two are the best successors to the Hokage."

As he spoke, Youya shook his head again: "Unfortunately, I actually prefer Shisui."

As he spoke, You Ya pushed the document in his hand to the two of them: "This is the voting data, which shows in detail the percentage of votes cast for you."

Hinata and Shisui exchanged a glance, then reached out and took the document together.

The two then opened it and took a look.

With just one glance, their expressions froze simultaneously.

The ratio between the two sides is 48 to 52.

Hinata's lead was practically nonexistent.

"Snap," Yuya lit a cigarette and said softly, "Hinata, you should know why those ninja clans voted for you, right?"

Hinata pursed her lips and nodded: "I know, it's either because they have dealings with the Hyuga clan, or because of my father-in-law's family."

Yuya nodded, then turned around and looked at Hinata with an indifferent expression: "You're right, but there's an even more important reason."

They think that because you're a woman, you'll be easier to control than Shizutsu.

Hinata's face suddenly turned pale, while Shisui beside her seemed to be deep in thought.

"It's been fifteen years since Shisui went from being a low-level street office worker to where he is now." Yuya sat back down and looked at Hinata with a serious expression. "In these fifteen years, Shisui has managed to govern the Southern District, which was once a synonym for filth and disorder in Konoha Village, in an orderly manner all by his own abilities. I know his abilities; he is definitely capable of becoming Hokage."

Hinata pursed her lips and didn't say anything.

"However, Shisui has one problem," Yua said calmly, leaning back in his chair. "From the time he became a civil servant until now, he has never relied on his own clan or any other ninja clans for help." Yua looked at Hinata. "To me, this is a huge plus, and you should understand that."

Hinata remained silent for a long time before nodding and saying to the game, "I understand. The number of ninja clan members who voted for me is enormous, and these clans all have various kinds of businesses, making it extremely easy for them to garner votes for me."

After saying this, Hinata smiled easily and looked at Yua Hinata with a shy yet gentle expression, saying, "So... I have no objection to giving the Hokage position to Shisui-nii."

Yuya raised an eyebrow, looking at Hinata's calm expression. To be honest, Yuya didn't know if Hinata was being sincere.

but……

Hinata was actually right.

Shisui's voter base was almost entirely composed of villagers from Konoha's inner city, who were considered commoners and voted for him.

And what about Hinata?

Leaving aside the Sarutobi and Shimura families, their relationship with Hinata's family wasn't that close.

However, members of the former small clans of Konoha, such as Nara, Akimichi, Yamanaka, and Gekko, were more or less related to Hinata or Hinata's husband Naruto's family.

To put it bluntly, it's related to Minato Namikaze.

There's a reason why Minato Namikaze became Hokage in the original manga; during his time as a Jonin, he led members from various clans.

In any case, the Ino-Shika-Cho trio will definitely follow Minato Namikaze's lead.

In this situation, those who call me will definitely side with Hinata.

Uchiha Shisui? Who is that? I don't recognize him.

Most importantly, these families are also the heads of various high-ranking officials and even various companies in Konoha.

Wouldn't it be easier for them to garner votes then?

For example, the people in charge of the forest area on the outskirts of Konoha Village, which is under the jurisdiction of the Nara clan, are not members of the Nara clan themselves, but are hired by the Nara clan to raise deer.

Do you think the Nara clan would listen if they were told to vote for Hinata?

Of course, this is just an example; in reality, very few members of the Nara clan actually voted.

To reiterate, the Nara clan's way of life is very clever: they are loyal to the Hokage, and they are loyal to whoever is the Hokage.

Does it matter whether you go to vote or not?

It would be so much more comfortable to sleep a little longer.

However, while the logic is sound, if the Nara clan, a bunch of lazybones, doesn't do it this way, do other clans do it this way?

Of course there are.

And they are determined to vote for Hinata.

The reason is that he was not familiar with Shisui and even the Uchiha clan.

But more than that, Yua really thought the same way: could Hinata, a woman, really continue to suppress the ninja clans for decades like Yua did?!

After realizing this, Hinata felt that she probably couldn't become the Hokage.

Although it was a bit of a pity, Hinata wasn't entirely unprepared.

only……

She's overthinking things.

"Oh? That's what you think?" Yuya raised an eyebrow at Hinata, then looked at Shisui: "What do you think?"

Shisui lowered his head and began to think.

Hinata, standing to the side, was speechless. What else was there to think about...?

He agreed immediately...

"I refuse," Shisui said, shaking his head.

Hinata looked at Shisui with some surprise.

Shisui said calmly, "The result is that Hyuga-san won, so she will be the next Hokage. Wasn't that already decided during the vote?"

You Ya smiled slightly and said nothing.

"Moreover..." Shisui looked at Hinata, "Those ninja clans are also people of our Konoha Village, and are also residents of the inner city of Konoha Village."

Since they voted for Hinata-san, it just means I didn't do enough and didn't win their support. That's all. There's no need for all that fuss, right?

Youya looked at Shisui and couldn't help but laugh.

Hinata looked at Shisui with a surprised expression.

"You really are excellent." Youya chuckled and shook his head.

Then, Yuya looked at Hinata and said, "Don't overthink it, the position of Hokage is yours. By the way, I plan to arrange your inauguration ceremony after the announcement. After that, I'm going to travel around the ninja world with Tsunade."

Hinata looked at Yua with a completely bewildered expression: "Huh?"

Yuya: "No need for that expression. After so many years as Hokage, I'm really tired. I've been wanting to travel the world with my wife for a long time."

but……

"He's the Hokage, after all, so I need to get everything arranged first."

Shisui looked at Yuya, a thoughtful expression on his face.

"After I leave, Konoha Village will be in your hands. However, whether you are capable of taking on this role is still a question. Therefore, I need to call you here first and give you some proper instructions."

I originally had a lot to say to you, but now that Shisui is here, I don't seem to need to worry so much.

Hinata and Shisui looked at Yua, one with an uneasy expression, and the other still lost in thought.

"Before I leave, I will appoint Shisui as the head of the Anbu. If you have any questions, you can consult Shisui and ask for his opinion."

Hinata quickly interjected, "But wouldn't it be more convenient to just let Shisui become Hokage directly?"

Yuya shook his head: "It's not that easy. Since you've already gotten so many votes, then you are the Hokage."

The position of Hokage isn't something that can be filled simply by saying whoever is most comfortable in the position.

Konoha Village can only be handed over to you. You will be very busy from now on, and you will face many challenges. Some people who dared not speak out when I was in charge will definitely speak out after you take over.

This is a difficult challenge, and this position is not easy to hold. Entrusting everything to you may indeed put a lot of pressure on you, but I believe you can definitely handle it.

"Yes, of course, you can always discuss problems with Shisui."

Hinata looked at Yua's serious expression and knew that he was not joking; her lips trembled slightly.

Tension, pressure, anticipation...

A mix of emotions weighed on Hinata's mind, making it hard for her to breathe.

"Don't be like that," Youya sighed softly and then said.

Hinata was startled and looked at Yua.

"You are not alone behind the scenes. Unlike Zhishui, who had no family, was not married, and had no relatives, you still have these pillars of support. Be strong. If you really feel a lot of pressure, talk to your family and continue to carry on."

I went through the same thing.

Yuya looked at Hinata and said with a smile.

As expected, Yua's welcome made Hinata feel somewhat at ease.

She looked at Yuya, somewhat incredulously, and said, "Hokage-sama, have you ever felt nervous?"

You Ya rested his chin on his hand and said with a smile, "Of course, and there are quite a few times like this."

Let me tell you my story.

Because of the war, I became an orphan and came to Konoha Village. At that time, Konoha Village was very poor, and many people couldn't get enough to eat...

At that time, I met my master, the First Hokage.

Tsk, to be honest, my master didn't teach me anything at all; I mostly just followed my uncle...

Later, my master passed away...

The uncle was heartbroken, but for the sake of the village, he had to pull himself together...

Later, other villages launched a war against Konoha, and I had no choice but to do my utmost for my uncle...

After a long time, my uncle also passed away...

I was young then, and the village had many problems. I had to compromise on some things to gain room for development...

Later, other villages also began to covet our Konoha Village. I thought to myself, how wonderful it would be if someone could help me.

……

What truly made me decide to support Konoha was when I fell ill—just a common cold—but Tsunade was terrified.

It was then that I realized that in the eyes of others, I was omnipotent and indispensable.

After that, I understood that I had to bear all of this alone. I could open my heart to my family, I could be weak to my family, but once I stepped out of my house and put on the Hokage's cloak, I could not show any weakness or any unease.

You'll understand these things sooner or later...

That night, Yuya and Hinata talked a lot.

That night, Yuya allowed Shisui and Hinata to see a different side of the Third Hokage.

That night, both Hinata and Shisui felt they had benefited greatly.

The conversation didn't end until the next day.

Finally, Yua looked at Hinata, pondered for a long time, and then said softly, "From now on, Konoha Village... is in your hands."

Hinata nodded emphatically, tears welling in her eyes.

She knew it too...

Starting today...

She couldn't show her vulnerable side to anyone except her family...

……

One week later:

At the Hokage succession ceremony, as Yuya personally handed the Hokage hat to Hinata in front of tens of thousands of people in Konoha's main square, in front of all the villagers inside and outside Konoha's castle, and in front of millions of people watching this scene on television...

You Ya heard the cheers of tens of thousands of villagers below.

I heard it too...

The bells have rung, heralding the arrival of a new era.

"From today onwards... you are the Fourth Hokage." Yua said this to Hinata.

...ps...

Yuya left, taking Tsunade on a world tour.

Before leaving, Youya asked Shisui a question.

Do you want a wife or not?

To be honest, what You Ya did was quite unethical.

After all, Yu Lu has been a shut-in for decades and is now in her thirties, a full nine years older than Zhi Shui!

"A woman three years older brings a gold brick," oh, so Yuya let Shisui carry three gold bricks, right?

By handing You Lu over to Zhi Shui, You Ya was somewhat bullying Zhi Shui.

But Yua and Tsunade couldn't do anything about it. That brat Yuru refused to get married no matter what, and either Yua didn't trust anyone else, or that brat Yuru didn't like them.

If Shisui hadn't become famous because of this Hokage candidate, he really wouldn't have caught Yuru's eye.

Youya sometimes wants to complain, "You call yourself a young lady? You're over thirty and still not married. Do you think you're some kind of fairy?"

Of course, Yu Lu is just a homebody; she's not the kind of unwanted fairy.

and……

Yuru was once the number one internet celebrity in Konoha Village, the dream girl of countless people.

Therefore, aside from Youya feeling that Youlu was bullying Zhishui, there was other reason why Youlu married Zhishui...

Everyone else thought that Shisui had gotten the better deal.

Yes, Shisui thinks so too.

because……

He's also a fan of Yu Lu.

That's right, Shisui is the kind of person who's secretly a bit of a pervert. On the surface, he seems like a gentleman, but in reality, he also watches live streams of beautiful women.

The top internet celebrity, You Lu, is also his dream girl.

I dreamed about him when I was young.

can only say……

Yuya's unintentional act delighted Shisui immensely.

Of course, to be precise, it wasn't unintentional.

There was a political significance behind Youya's marriage of Youlu to Zhishui.

The meaning is clear: although Shisui failed to become Hokage, he is still a member of the Konoha Village's political elite.

Nobody should try to play dirty tricks.

(End of this chapter)