Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 169 The Sixth Hokage, Natsume

"Lord Hokage."

After giving a slight bow, Kurenai Yuhi said, "The Daimyo has agreed to appoint Lord Natsume as the Sixth Hokage."

"He didn't come with you?"

Tsunade nodded, then asked, "Without the Daimyo's personal authorization, the Hokage cannot officially assume office."

"The daimyo wishes to meet Lord Natsume, so he hopes that the daimyo will personally travel to the metropolis of the Land of Fire."

Kurenai took out a letter and said, "This is the daimyo's order."

"Is that so?"

Tsunade tore open the envelope, quickly glanced at it, and found nothing noteworthy.

As is customary, there are indeed no problems.

After all, the daimyo is of noble status, and under normal circumstances, it should be the Hokage who goes to pay his respects.

"Hong, thank you for your hard work."

Tsunade put away the warrant and smiled, "You can go now."

"It's what I should do."

Kurenai Yuhi immediately answered, bowed again, and then turned and left the Hokage's office.

"Looks like you'll have to make a trip to the Fire Country's metropolis."

Tsunade casually handed the warrant to Natsume, who was standing behind her.

"It's alright, I have the Flying Thunder God Technique, it won't take much time."

Natsume did not look at the warrant.

"Then let's prepare to convene a Jonin meeting."

Tsunade's face showed a relaxed expression as she said, "After being Hokage for several years, I'm exhausted, both physically and mentally. I really don't know how the old man managed to persevere? And even find it enjoyable."

Everyone has different pursuits.

Natsume smiled and said, "That's why my sister is so unique."

"Instead of wasting time on sweet talk, you should go and inform the Jonin."

Although Tsunade's tone was somewhat disdainful, her face showed that she was quite pleased.

"Um."

Natsume nodded and went to the Hokage's secretary's office next door.

"Uncle Hizashi, please inform the Jonin in Konoha that a Jonin meeting will be held the day after tomorrow morning. There is an important announcement to be made."

"no problem!"

Hyuga Hizashi couldn't contain his joy, and his expression became exceptionally radiant.

This is because he had already learned from Hiashi Hyuga that Natsume was about to become Hokage and that he had been promoted to Hokage advisor.

Now that it's been confirmed, I naturally can't help but feel compelled to act.

Natsume glanced at him but didn't say anything.

Let's deal with the caged bird issue after he officially takes office.

However, Hinata Hyuga is the main character.

I just don't know if she has the courage now.

Hmm, it seems I need to teach him properly.

Time flies.

Two days passed in the blink of an eye.

The Hokage Building Council Chamber.

The room was already full of people.

Most Jonin were completely unaware of what was about to happen.

Only a small number of people received the news in advance, so they remained relatively calm.

"Lord Third Generation, what brings you here?"

The atmosphere in the noisy council hall suddenly changed with the arrival of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Since Tsunade took office, he has been staying at home, not interfering in any matters of Konoha, and naturally not attending any meetings.

His sudden appearance today undoubtedly suggests that something big is about to happen.

This made some Jonin uneasy, fearing it might be related to them.

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi has retired, he will definitely still be in the front row.

Natsume was originally sitting in the center, but now he has taken over.

"Kosuke, it's been a long time."

"Sandaime-sama."

Maruhoshi Kosuke reacted calmly.

"We've known each other for so long, and now I'm just an ordinary ninja. You can just call me Hiruzen."

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said, "I didn't expect you to be willing to take on the position of Konoha Police Chief."

Of course, what he didn't expect was Tsunade and Natsume's reform of the Konoha Police Department.

How so?

It was truly a stroke of genius.

He brought a private armed force that originally belonged to the Uchiha clan back into the Hokage's hands.

Moreover, even the conflict with the villagers was resolved.

"It's nothing. Since Konoha needs my help, I'll naturally do my duty."

Maruhoshi Kosuke's expression darkened slightly as he asked, "But did you come here today specifically to oppose us?"

As the head of the Konoha Police Department, he was naturally a high-ranking official in Konoha and therefore knew the purpose of this Jonin meeting.

"Is that the kind of person you think I am?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled wryly upon hearing this.

Although he couldn't let go of it before, he no longer has any other thoughts about it.

That would be best.

Maruhoshi Kosuke glanced at him and said, "You're no longer the Hokage, so don't meddle in Konoha's affairs anymore."

"You think so highly of Natsume?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was somewhat surprised and said, "Although he is quite strong, he is still a young man and is prone to making mistakes."

"This isn't just optimism, it's based on personal experience."

Maruhoshi Kosuke shook his head and said.

He had witnessed Natsume's performance during his years as Hokage's assistant.

He was far more experienced and decisive than Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Even the most trivial matters in the Konoha Police Department can be handled in an orderly manner.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had never worked with Natsume, only heard snippets of rumors about him.

Therefore, I don't quite understand Maruboshi Kosuke's answer.

At the same time, it's a little sour.

Old friend, you didn't say that when I was in office.

Not far away, Might Guy nudged Kakashi Hatake and asked, "The Third Hokage has taken Natsume's spot, what should we do?"

"you do not know?"

Kakashi Hatake stared at him with deadpan eyes and asked, "You're supposed to be a member of the Hokage's Guard, don't you ever read the documents?"

"You know me, I feel sleepy as soon as I look at those documents."

Matt Kay flashed a gleaming row of teeth and said, "I absolutely cannot waste my youth on this!"

"Is that why you treat your office like a gym?"

Kakashi Hatake sighed and said, "Just wait, you'll find out soon enough."

He's not telling Matt Kay now because that guy has a loud voice.

In time, everyone will know.

Kurenai Yuhi smiled to herself.

Two interesting guys.

Actually, she was also very shocked when she first found out.

Given Tsunade's age, she could easily serve for a few more years.

It would have been more reasonable to pass it on to Natsume at that time.

She does indeed look too young now.

Kurenai took a deep breath. No matter what, the outcome was already predetermined.

As the Fifth Hokage's bodyguard, she only hoped that Natsume could make a good arrangement for them.

After all, a new emperor brings a new court.

She has already experienced the benefits of being a Hokage's bodyguard, and she would feel very uncomfortable if she suddenly lost it.

With all the Jonin present, the council hall was almost full.

Soon, Tsunade pushed open the door and entered.

Natsume followed behind her without saying a word.

"Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to come."

Tsunade sat at the head of the table, arms crossed, and said in a serious tone, "There is only one thing to do today: vote for a new Hokage."

"What?"

"A new Hokage?"

"What happened?"

The crowd below buzzed with discussion, all showing expressions of surprise and astonishment.

Compared to Hiruzen Sarutobi, who remained on the front lines despite his advanced age, Tsunade's resignation at this time seems far too premature.

"Quiet."

Tsunade said slowly, "I've passed my prime as a ninja and feel exhausted. It's time for the younger generation to take over."

It's an obvious lie.

Some Jonin who were originally planning to speak up suddenly realized there was a problem.

All the clan leaders of the great ninja clans have remained very quiet so far, without expressing any opinions.

For a moment, the council hall fell silent.

After all, those who reach the level of Jonin are generally intelligent people.

"Now we will begin proposing candidates for Hokage."

Tsunade glanced around and asked calmly, "I personally recommend Natsume. If you have other candidates, please raise your hand."

"I recommend Sarutobi Asuma."

An impatient voice rang out.

He is the current head of the Shimura clan.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart skipped a beat.

This was not at his behest.

Because of Danzo Shimura's defection, the Shimura clan's prestige greatly declined, and they could no longer support their own clan's ninjas. Instead, they turned to support their former ally, the Sarutobi clan.

Hiruzen Sarutobi instinctively wanted to speak up to stop him, but hesitated for two seconds.

It has to be said that these words piqued his interest.

At that moment, many Jonin echoed his sentiments.

These are all ninjas who have received favors from Hiruzen Sarutobi or who have endorsed his Will of Fire.

In other words, they were his former officials.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's mood grew even heavier.

If he refuses at this point, it will inevitably damage their loyalty.

However, it's unlikely that Sarutobi Asuma would refuse.

Even though he had already taken steps to pave the way.

It could even be said that everything is ready except for the final push.

However, with his resignation, he could no longer compare to Natsume, who was enjoying the Emperor's favor.

Hiruzen Sarutobi hesitated, but ultimately did not speak.

It wouldn't hurt to give it a try.

Anyway, given Tsunade's personality, she wouldn't make things difficult for Sarutobi Asuma.

"Is there anything else?"

Tsunade frowned almost imperceptibly.

She's very unhappy right now.

Suddenly, Sarutobi Asuma appeared and disrupted her plans.

I wonder if Hiruzen Sarutobi was behind it all?

Old man, don't think I won't get angry.

Natsume is not just my student.

No one can take his place.

"If not, let's start voting now."

Tsunade waved her hand and said, "Hizashi, collect the data."

Not long after.

The data is available.

Natsume overwhelmingly defeated Sarutobi Asuma.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed. Just as he thought.

His last bit of hope was also extinguished.

"Natsume."

Tsunade turned around, her eyes filled with love, and smiled gently, saying, "From today onwards, you are the Sixth Hokage."

"Um."

Natsume resisted the urge to hug her and nodded, saying, "I will try my best."

[Because of your actions, Tsunade's fate has changed. You have gained 90 points of Fate Value.]

[Because of your actions, Kakashi Hatake's fate has changed. You have gained 80 Fate Points.]

Tsunade's smile faded, and she became serious again, facing the people in the council hall once more.

Apart from a few who seemed dissatisfied, most people have accepted the result.

"If there are no objections, let's announce it to the public. We'll hold the succession ceremony after Natsume meets the daimyo."

"yes!"

Everyone answered in unison.

The well-prepared members of the Anbu set off, and within ten minutes, notices were posted all over Konoha.

"I'm so bored!"

Naruto, hands behind his head, said impatiently, "It's been so many days, why hasn't Natsume-sensei contacted us yet?"

Uchiha Sasuke remained silent and did not answer.

He was still thinking about their previous sparring match.

Since the two started training together, they have been sparring more and more often.

But he lost nine out of ten times, and the last time it was a draw.

Sasuke Uchiha believed it was due to chakra.

He always fought until he was exhausted, but Naruto Uzumaki was always full of energy, as if he had inexhaustible energy.

It made him question the meaning of life.

"Sasuke, it seems like something's going on."

Naruto Uzumaki pointed to the notice board in front of him and said.

By this time, the area was already crowded with people.

"Not interested."

Sasuke Uchiha glanced at it and said coldly.

"Come on, let's go take a look!"

Naruto Uzumaki excitedly pulled him into the crowd.

"The Sixth Hokage, Natsume?!"

He gasped, then hung his head in dejection. "Natsume-sensei beat me to it!"

"..."

Uchiha Sasuke was speechless.

If this guy had the same intelligence he usually displayed during battle, he would have won countless times already.

Unfortunately, it can't be replaced.

When it comes to battle, Naruto Uzumaki becomes exceptionally sharp, as if he were a born ninja.

"Sasuke!"

Naruto Uzumaki, brimming with renewed enthusiasm, asked, "Now that Natsume-sensei is Hokage, does that mean we can take on higher-level missions?"

"idiot!"

Sasuke Uchiha turned and left.

Natsume becoming Hokage is far more complex than that.

As students of the Hokage, their lives will inevitably undergo various changes.

In a sense, it was beneficial to him.

After all, complex struggles can accelerate a person's growth.

Sasuke Uchiha suddenly thought of Itachi Uchiha.

He was once a staunch defender of the Hokage.

The news of Natsume's appointment as the Sixth Hokage spread not only in Konoha but also throughout the ninja world at an extremely fast pace.

Sunagakure Village.

A certain archaeological site.

Danzo Shimura opened his eyes.

Looking at the endless desert, he thought of Konoha Village again.

What a beautiful scene it was!

He was once the Hokage's assistant, second only to the Hokage, yet he didn't know how to cherish it.

Now all we can do is regret it.

"Lord Danzo."

A young ninja suddenly appeared in front of him.

"What is it?"

Danzo Shimura glanced at him and asked, "Has the seal been broken?"

"not yet."

The young ninja shook his head and said, "Lord Kazekage has brought you some interesting news."

"What is it?"

Danzo Shimura said indifferently, "I hope you won't waste my time."

"Natsume is about to become the Sixth Hokage."

"That's what the young ninja said."

"What did you say?"

Danzo Shimura's expression changed drastically. He asked, "Are you sure this is true? Natsume isn't even twenty years old yet, how could he become Hokage?"

"Absolutely true."

The young ninja didn't actually believe it either, but he had already confirmed it with the spies from Konoha Village, and it was indeed true.

"Has Konoha gone mad? Letting some greenhorn become Hokage?"

Danzo Shimura's face was full of resentment.

He didn't understand.

Why would Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hiashi Hyuga, Shikaku Nara, and others agree to such an outrageous appointment?

If you can accept Natsume, why didn't you choose me in the first place?

I admit I'm not as good as Minato Namikaze and Tsunade.

But am I really not as good as a little kid?

Danzo Shimura gripped his cane tightly, a sharp killing intent flashing in his eyes.

He took a deep breath and said, "I need to see Lord Kazekage."

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