Naruto, what kind of Hokage would you be if you didn't roll around!

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Hinata blushed with embarrassment.

"I'm so sorry, Kakashi-sensei, it's because Naruto-kun kept telling me to eat as much as I wanted, that's why..."

Naruto laughed heartily: "Kakashi-sensei, Hinata has already given you enough face!"

"If we were to eat without any restrictions, the price would probably have to increase several times over!"

Kakashi was shocked: "You really can't judge a book by its cover..."

"but……"

"Sasuke, you ate six bowls too!"

Sasuke snorted, "I need to eat more to increase my strength and become stronger as soon as possible so that I can get nutrition and energy."

Kakashi: "..."

"Well, whatever, it's just what I, as a teacher, should do..."

He paid the bill with a heavy heart; it was a huge sum of money.

Then, after serving Ichiraku Ramen, Kakashi addressed the three of them.

"After being promoted to Chunin, theoretically, one can stand alone and even lead a team on missions."

"Although, it still basically requires a long period of training."

"You are all well aware of the current situation in Konoha Village. There is a high chance that there will be a shortage of manpower. You must also be prepared to carry out important missions at any time."

"And it's very likely that I won't be by your side anymore..."

The three of them had a sudden realization: becoming a Chunin was not only a recognition of their strength, but also the beginning of taking on more important responsibilities.

"Kakashi-sensei, I understand!"

"Don't worry, I can definitely do it!"

"Yes, I believe in you too."

"Alright, I have to go to the Hokage meeting. You all go and collect your Chunin uniforms and other necessary equipment..."

"come on."

Kakashi waved and left.

Naruto and his two companions went to receive their official appointments as agreed.

In the lobby of the Hokage Building, next to the room where ninja missions are issued, is the place where the Chunin Exams are handled.

Naruto was pleasantly surprised to find Iruka-sensei there.

"Iruka-sensei!"

"long time no see!"

Iruka smiled slightly: "Yes, Naruto, the last time I saw you was in the Forest of Death, but you had already passed out by then..."

"Really? I don't remember!"

"But hehe, Iruka-sensei, I'm already a Chunin!"

Iruka was also very pleased: "I know."

He glanced at Gekko Hayate and Genma Shiranui beside him.

"Because we don't have enough manpower, I'm also helping to take charge of this matter."

"Naruto, Sasuke, Hinata, you three all performed very well. As your teacher at the Ninja Academy, I am honored and truly proud of you!"

Hinata smiled sweetly: "Thank you, Iruka-sensei."

Sasuke nodded slightly.

"Alright, here are your Chunin uniforms, along with new headbands, leg wraps, ninja tool pouches, and so on. These are all symbols of Konoha Chunin."

"Of course, the most important thing is this letter of appointment personally signed by the Hokage."

"You must keep it safe."

Naruto took them one by one and quickly changed into new clothes in the hall without thinking twice.

"Isn't he handsome?!"

Iruka-sensei sighed, "Naruto, you don't need to be in such a hurry..."

Hinata blushed and nodded, "He's very, very handsome, Naruto-kun..."

Sasuke snorted dismissively.

That's when.

Several other figures also walked in.

"Oh, it's you guys!"

"Shikamaru, I never thought you could become a Chunin!"

The trio of Ino-Shika-Cho entered.

Naruto immediately greeted him warmly.

Shikamaru picked at his ear, his face full of helplessness.

"This is not something I can decide. If you ask me, this is a real problem."

Choji laughed, "Shikamaru, you're just being smug after getting the benefit!"

Ino also chimed in, "That's right!"

"But speaking of which, your Team 7 is really impressive. I didn't expect all three of you to be promoted to Chunin. That's extremely rare in all the Chunin Exams."

Hinata said, "Ino, you're really amazing too..."

"Hey, don't say that, I'm still a long way from there..."

At that moment, another group of three also walked in.

It was Kiba Inuzuka, Shino Aburame, and Sakura Haruno.

Their team naturally came to accompany Shino.

Naruto greeted him just as warmly.

"Hey, Shino! I didn't expect someone as insignificant as you to have advanced!"

Shino's face darkened: "Naruto, what are you saying?"

"When did I become invisible?"

Kiba Inuzuka patted him on the shoulder.

"That's the truth, because sometimes even when we're on the same team, I often don't see you..."

Everyone burst into laughter.

Shino could only shake his head helplessly.

Looking at these students, Teacher Iruka was overwhelmed with mixed feelings...

Just a year ago, they were just kids at the ninja academy...

Now, they have all grown so strong and so outstanding...

Especially Naruto.

Iruka had witnessed his performance firsthand and was genuinely happy for him, feeling a sense of pride akin to that of a guardian.

"You all did very well. I am truly gratified to see your growth..."

Everyone said, "Thank you, Teacher Iruka!"

Iruka was somewhat sentimental, and his eyes involuntarily welled up with tears.

"Alright, come and collect your Chunin equipment."

At that moment, the sound of arguing could be heard coming from inside the Hokage Building.

"Huh? What's going on?"

Naruto looked up curiously.

Teacher Iruka probably understood what had happened, but he just sighed and shook his head.

"These are not things you should know right now."

"However, things should settle down soon..."

……

In the Hokage's office.

Danzo Shimura once again brought up Hiruzen Sarutobi's sins.

Hiruzen Sarutobi did not deny that now that the alliance with Sunagakure has been renewed, the Chunin Exams have been handled properly, and Konoha is being successfully rebuilt.

Although Orochimaru remains at large, that is not something that can be accomplished easily.

He did indeed handle all the urgent matters as promised.

Now, Danzo Shimura is launching another attack, still trying to force him to abdicate and hand over power to a more capable successor.

Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a deep voice, "I will never go back on my word."

"Now that things have been mostly settled, I can step down and hand over the position to someone more capable. But as I said before, Danzo, the position of Hokage cannot be given to you."

“I have already discussed it with Jiraiya. He will go to find Tsunade and persuade her to return to the village.”

Danzo Shimura said coldly, "What if Tsunade disagrees?"

"Is the village destined to remain leaderless forever?!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi firmly stated, "Until then, I will continue to act as Hokage."

"Of course, things can't go on like this forever."

"I gave Jiraiya a timeframe, the deadline is..."

"One month!"

Danzo Shimura was speechless for a moment.

"Alright, if Jiraiya can really find and persuade Tsunade to return to the village within a month, then I have nothing more to say."

"But if I can't do that, I can't just stand by and watch the village fall into danger..."

"You understand what I mean, Hiruzen."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said, "Hmph, just wait and see."