Master, please become the Hokage

"Ahui, Liuli, let's go..."

Sarutobi Ryo ignored Kushina and walked straight to the entrance of the Hokage Building.

"Sarutobi Ryo~! I want to fight you in a duel~~!" Kushina shouted from behind, and Namikaze Minato tried his best to dissuade her, which calmed down the storm.

......

When Sarutobi Ryo entered the Hokage's office, several senior executives were already waiting.

After hearing about Sarutobi Ryo's experience as an ANBU, they naturally had to ask about it.

"Sarutobi Ryo..."

Sarutobi Hiruzen just started to speak.

Mizutomon Yan at the side suddenly started to interrupt: "Minato, you are here."

At this time, Minato Namikaze walked into the office.

"Minato's recent performance has been very impressive..." Utane Koharu turned her head and looked at Mitomon En.

"Ah."

Mito Monohan nodded.

"While leading the class, the other missions were all completed perfectly... Huh... there was even an S-rank mission among them."

"..."

Seeing the two people speaking in unison, a strange look flashed across Sarutobi Ryo's eyes.

what is this.

To pave the way for Minato Namikaze in advance.

This reminds me of Ryoma Aburame’s personal experience and Nono’s sudden departure without saying goodbye.

Combined with what is happening now.

Probably, the assassination plan against Hatake Sakumo has begun.

In order to pave the way for Minato Namikaze, the top leaders began a series of actions.

This includes but is not limited to the murder of Hatake Sakumo, as well as advertising in front of others and starting to support Namikaze Minato.

Is this your Will of Fire?

How can we establish the Will of Fire with this group of insects?

Whatever the Konoha high-level officials said later, Sarutobi Ryo ignored.

After they finished praising Minato Namikaze and talking a lot of nonsense, the two advisors looked at Sarutobi Ryo.

"Sarutobi Ryo, what do you think?"

"Ok?"

Sarutobi Ryo turned his head away.

"What did the two senior executives just say? I didn't hear clearly."

Utatane Koharu: "......"

Mitomon En: "......"

"Sarutobi Ryo, how is your injury?" Biwako, who was sitting next to him, kept his eyes on his son.

Having checked Nono's mission report, she was very concerned about Kurochu Raiga's dying counterattack using the Thunder Blade.

"Mother, I'm almost recovered now. I should be fine in a few days."

Sarutobi nodded, his face bright.

There was no sign of injury at all.

This also made Sarutobi Biwako feel a little relieved.

"Minato, you go down first." Utane Koharu signaled Minato Namikaze to retreat first.

Snap.

Soon, the door to the Hokage's office closed, and the shadows in the room grew longer.

"Sarutobi Ryo, we all know about your mission experience, but there's a question mark..."

Danzo, sitting in the shadows, spoke slowly.

"How did you bribe Ringo Ayuri?"

At this time, the people being questioned were Sarutobi Ryo, Yamanaka Kei, and Hinata Ruri.

The three of them had acted together before, so Hinata Ruri was also among those being questioned.

However, Nono's report did not include the process of how Sarutobi Ryo bribed Ringo Ayuri, which is the limitation of Nono's perspective.

The specific answer must naturally be asked by the Konoha high-level officials themselves.

"Your previous report stated...that the Twelve Guardian Ninjas were collaborating with the enemy, so your plan was to lure out the contact...Ringo Ayuri..." Utane Koharu took over, her face solemn. "But why did you suddenly change your mind?"

"Rai Toga wasn't on Ringo Ayuri's back at the time, and according to Kirigakure's common sense, the blade is still there as long as the person is... I guessed that Kirigakure wanted to use that transaction to get rid of Ringo Ayuri... Plus, her complexion looked strange, like she was seriously ill..."

Sarutobi Ryo began to explain with a neither humble nor arrogant attitude, and soon explained the whole story.

"The other party killed Ringo Ayuri, which was just a normal replacement of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen. But saving Ringo Ayuri and letting her live would cause great trouble and trouble to Kirigakure later... Besides..."

Sarutobi Ryo's expression changed and his eyes were as sharp as knives.

"I removed the termite [Guardian Ninja] from the Land of Fire, and in the process, I killed the next successor designated by the Kirigakure high-ups... Kurochu Raiga, isn't that enough?"

Sarutobi Ryo now has an outstanding record of military success.

As soon as he became a jonin and joined the Anbu, he made a series of precise kills.

He dealt with the Twelve Guardian Ninjas and killed the new Seven Ninja Swordsmen...

No matter what, they have fully demonstrated their strong personal strength and talent.

Now that you can kill Blackhoe and Thunderfang, you can kill others later.

It is reasonable and logical that they are all ninjas worthy of being trained.

"Sarutobi Ryo is a man of exceptional personal strength and excellent leadership skills. My subordinates all speak highly of him... With Sarutobi Ryo's talents, he's well-qualified to be the 'Anbu Captain'... How about giving him a direct promotion?"

Danzo, who spoke before Utane Koharu, directly praised Sarutobi Ryo.

It is obvious that Danzo, Utatane Koharu, and Mitokado Homura have different opinions on the selection of the next Hokage.

Danzo didn't think the fourth generation should be Minato Namikaze.

He…had other ideas.

"This is not good...Danzo." Mitomon En frowned immediately after hearing this.

Promoted to squad leader right after joining the Anbu?

There has never been anything like this.

"Are you getting senile? If this gets out, what will people say about Sarutobi Ryo?"

Utane Koharu immediately retorted.

"Others would say... Sarutobi Ryo was able to rise so quickly because of his father!"

"That's fine. Sarutobi Ryo's talent has surpassed everyone's expectations. He should be in the right position. The doubts will vanish as his talent is proven..."

Danzo shook his head, his tone calm.

"And... Koharu, I am the ANBU Commander."

Danzo said, I have the final say in Anbu.

"Based on my many years of experience leading the Anbu, I know that someone of Sarutobi Ryo's talent would be wasted if he were placed in an ordinary Anbu position... Rules are life, but people are life. Making the best use of people is what a qualified leader should do..."

Danzo was unmoved and didn't listen to the objections of Mitomon En and Koharu.

"Hahaha......"

At this moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen's hearty laughter rang out.

He was very happy that Danzo had such a high opinion of his son.

"Danzo, I'm really happy that you can say that, but you also have to consider the thoughts of Xiaochun and Yan..."

Sarutobi Hiruzen felt that such a rapid promotion was indeed a bit too hasty.

"Then wait a few days."

Danzo nodded.

"How about promoting Sarutobi Ryo to ANBU captain in one week?"

Utane Koharu, Mitomon En: "..."

Isn't that the same as getting promoted now?

According to tradition, it takes at least half a year, or even more than a year!

"Biwako, what do you think?" Danzo looked at Sarutobi Ryo's mother, intending to gain help from her.

Biwako is the first generation of Anbu ninja. In terms of Anbu, she has the most seniority and has more say.

"Um......"

Biwako frowned slightly, as if thinking.

"In the history of Anbu, there has never been such a rapid promotion, but...it is true that no one can achieve the level of Sarutobi Ryo..."

I dare not say that there will be no one to come after me.

But it is definitely unprecedented.

Since the village was founded, I have never heard of anyone who just joined the Anbu and killed two well-known strong men in succession.

so......

"Danzo, I agree with your proposal." Biwako nodded slightly and finally expressed his opinion carefully.

"That's it then..."

Danzo's mouth curled up into a sinister and cold smile.

"Sarutobi Ryo, if you have time, go to the Anbu Base. Maybe there's something that might interest you..."

After saying that, Danzo stood up and left the Hokage's office.

The goal has been achieved, so there is naturally no need to stay here.

Koharu and Yan, you two want to support Minato Namikaze.

And I am betting both ways.

The intervention of Orochimaru and Sarutobi Ryo will muddy the situation.

I won’t let you two get what you want... humph!

Chapter 48. Planning by the top leaders

"..."

Sarutobi Ryo watched Danzo leave.

Showing courtesy for nothing is either cheating or stealing.

Even with his toes, Sarutobi Ryo knew what Danzo was trying to do.

These people are so determined.

The candidate for Hokage will be one of the three people: himself, Minato Namikaze, and Orochimaru.

What about Hatake Sakumo?

Does he deserve to die?

The next Hokage may not be Hatake Sakumo, after all, Hatake Sakumo's dream is to live a free and unrestrained life.

But just say it clearly.