The Uchiha's Path to the Top, Starting from Konoha

Chapter 47 Will Not Let the Hokage Down

The Ministry of Education's reforms were proceeding in full swing. Mito Uzumaki looked at the empty seat opposite her and rubbed her temples with a headache. Minako Uzumaki had gone on a field trip with the three principals to inspect not only the location of the new school but also to prepare for the expansion of the old school.

The communication with various ninja clans also required Minako Uzumaki's presence to record and coordinate. Now, with a pile of documents to deal with, plus discussions with the daimyo about financial assistance, even the resilient Mito Uzumaki had the idea of ​​going into hiding.

(No, if I run away, the Hokage Building will definitely be in chaos.)

Mito Uzumaki glanced at the Hokage, who was happily sipping tea while holding a teacup in both hands, and felt a dull ache in her liver—this ambitious Third Hokage, who was about to create an Uchiha Military Academy with every little thing he did, was definitely not to be underestimated.

Moreover, she also owed him favors, and he had her weaknesses exploited. Although she didn't want to admit it, Mito Uzumaki roughly understood that she had become Uchiha Takeo's true secretary-general.

"Secretary-General Mito, if we don't have enough secretaries, I have someone quite suitable right now. She's more than capable of handling Konoha's external communications, especially with the Land of Fire."

The young Third Hokage, almost immune to the complaining look from the noblewoman, gave a nonchalant reply.

"Is the Hokage referring to Princess Kaori?"

The perceptive Mito Uzumaki immediately recognized who Uchiha Takeo was referring to. A hint of hesitation crossed her face. "Princess Kaori is of such high status; perhaps it wouldn't be appropriate for her to be a secretary?"

"Also, when will the Hokage's three-person wedding begin? Senju Mori will definitely be there."

Facing Mito Uzumaki, who was watching with amusement and whose eyes held a hint of disdain, the great Third Hokage glanced at her sideways—"Let's see if you can still be happy after I win Tsunade over."

But then I'll have to call her Grandma Mito, which will double my seniority!

"Kaori was bored staying at home, so she came to the Hokage Building to do some things."

"Besides, she's now the Hokage's wife, so what's wrong with her helping her husband with some things?"

"As for the wedding date, the elders of the clan have discussed it with Prince Kazuhiko and it's almost settled. We'll have a result soon. Even if Secretary-General Mito doesn't say anything, I won't forget Senju."

"Thank you very much, Hokage-sama. Please ask Mrs. Kaori to come to the Hokage Building tomorrow."

The Hokage's office was spacious enough to comfortably accommodate more than a dozen people. Mito Uzumaki nodded decisively—from now on, she planned to entrust all matters involving the Land of Fire to Kaori Minamoto.

The other party's identity is enough to solve 99% of the problems; the rest is simply a matter of force.

With a weight lifted from her heart, the noblewoman's gaze softened as she looked at Uchiha Takeoshi. After some thought, she decided to try to get closer to Uchiha Takeoshi—he was not only the Hokage, but also Tsunade's greatest lifeline in the future.

Mito Uzumaki spoke softly, "Hokage-sama, would you like to visit the Senju clan today and meet Tsunade?"

"No problem."

Sensing Mito Uzumaki's attitude, Takeo Uchiha readily agreed. Then, glancing at the time, he left work early, his steps light and free, under Mito Uzumaki's helpless gaze.

Walking from the core area to the central area, the Sarutobi territory had returned to its former peace. People came and went on the streets, and children chased and played, just like the great battle and confrontation a few days ago had been long ago.

"Hokage-sama!"

Arriving leisurely at the entrance of the Sarutobi clan's territory, Uchiha Takeo released his transformation jutsu. Amidst their respectful greetings, he entered the inner courtyard, where Sarutobi Sasuke, looking quite well, hurried over.

"Please sit down."

Uchiha Takeoshi took the seat of honor without hesitation, and looked at Sarutobi Sasuke who was pouring him tea, then suddenly glanced at him.

"Grandpa, I've refined chakra."

"Shin-no-suke, we have a distinguished guest. Don't wander off."

A series of cheerful footsteps sounded, and a five or six-year-old child happily jumped into Sarutobi Sasuke's arms. Behind him followed a rather attractive young woman with a panicked expression who dared not make any big movements.

"Lord Hokage, Lord Sasuke, it was my fault for not keeping a close eye on Shinnosuke. Please forgive me."

Sarutobi Biwako would never forget the day her clan was almost wiped out. When she saw Uchiha Takeoshi visiting her this time, she couldn't even use her chakra, her legs were weak, and she immediately knelt on the ground.

"Lord Hokage, you look so young!"

"I want to become Hokage someday."

"Then avenge my father and teach Kumogakure a lesson."

Sarutobi Sasuke, whose body was already stiff, was now drenched in sweat and his face was slightly pale. Just as he was about to reprimand someone, he was interrupted by Uchiha Takeo, who said, "Big brother is looking forward to that day."

"Please rise, Lady Biwako. I'm not a bad guy."

Seeing that Uchiha Muan wasn't angry, but instead smiled and joked, Sarutobi Sasuke breathed a sigh of relief, gently patted Sarutobi Shinnosuke on the back, and said in a gentle tone.

"Hurry up and go to the back with Mom to learn ninja knowledge. Only by becoming stronger can we teach Kumogakure a lesson. Grandpa and the Hokage still have important things to discuss."

"Um."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke clenched his fists, nodded vigorously, and ran back happily. Sarutobi Biwako, who had respectfully bowed, followed behind, her legs a little weak.

Wisps of white steam rose from the teacup that had been filled with tea, and a faint aroma of tea wafted out. Sarutobi Sasuke knelt beside Uchiha Takeo.

The young Hokage asked softly, "Did you use the memory erasure technique?"

"Yes, Hokage-sama."

Sarutobi Sasuke replied respectfully, "Shin-no-suke will never remember that day, and his only enemy is Kumogakure."

(No wonder he is the father of Ren Xiong.)

Uchiha Muan gave Sarutobi Sasuke a deep look. Sarutobi Sasuke deserves a lot of credit for training Hiruzen Sarutobi—he is a talented person.

"Get up, I only like my enemies to kneel at my feet."

"Yes, Hokage."

Knowing he had passed a hurdle, Sarutobi Sasuke breathed a sigh of relief, followed by a sigh of relief.

"The Sarutobi clan has a worthy successor."

Without hesitation, Sarutobi Sasuke replied decisively, "The Sarutobi clan will become the Hokage's sword!"

"Then cooperate more with the Ministry of Education. You'll know the specifics later."

Uchiha Muan picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said meaningfully, "I have never disliked ambitious people; what I dislike are fools who are ambitious but incompetent."

"The opportunity is right in front of you; whether you can seize it is up to you, Lord Sasuke."

"Understood."

Sarutobi Sasuke lowered his head and replied.

Then Uchiha Takeo glanced at his arm and asked, "Does the severed arm still affect your mobility?"

"I have fully recovered and am ready to fight for the Hokage at any time."

"From now on, Konoha's Anbu will be replaced by the Shadow Guard. Their organization and work will be similar to the Anbu, but the positions of captain and vice-captain will be removed, and they will be free to operate in the sunlight."

Uchiha Muan didn't like the cold and aloof Anbu. Since he had his own direct subordinates on both sides, he could do as he pleased. "You can arrange one of the four squad leaders' positions. You can handle the personnel selection yourself."

"Sarutobi Sasuke will not disappoint the Hokage."

(End of this chapter)