I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 344 Shizune's Gift!

Having decided to run for the fourth generation, Nara Rangkei had no intention of hiding it.

"Running for Hokage" is not some shameful or disgraceful thing.

Moreover, Uchiha Shisui, Hyuga Rei, and Shizune were all his subordinates and staunch supporters.

If Nara Rangei has to keep it a secret even when facing his own three teammates, then there's no point in continuing with his campaign plans!

As expected.

The information that Nara Rinkei released at this moment exploded within the team like a depth charge.

"What?!?!"

Uchiha Shisui suddenly stood up, excitedly activating his three-tomoe Sharingan.

The diners nearby, seeing those bloodshot eyes, swallowed their complaints.

Uchiha? I can't afford to mess with them...

Fortunately, Uchiha Shisui was not a rough-around-the-edges ninja. When he realized that he was being a little too excited, he forcibly suppressed his agitation, apologized to the diners around him, and immediately sat back down.

"Is this for real, Captain? You're really planning to run for the Fourth Hokage?"

Uchiha Shisui fired off a barrage of questions, still unable to conceal his excitement.

"There have been rumors circulating in the village lately about the upcoming election for the fourth generation head. Chief Fugaku also mentioned at a recent clan meeting that he would be running for the fourth generation head. Captain, are you going to run for the fourth generation head now?"

"This is absolutely fantastic!"

Just as Nara Rinkachi had just thought.

Running for Hokage is not a shameful or embarrassing task.

Conversely, only ninjas who meet the requirements in terms of strength, prestige, qualifications, and many other aspects are qualified to participate in the Hokage election.

Uchiha Shisui, Hyuga Rei, and Shizune greatly trusted and admired their captain's strength.

Although the captain can be a little lazy at times.

However, overall, the opponent is still a true legendary ninja.

Hinata Rei looked at his captain, a strange expectation flashing deep in his fair eyes.

If the captain becomes Hokage, then what about the clan's tradition...?

Thinking of this, Hinata Rei's originally heavy mood suddenly began to turn in a positive direction.

"The head of our Hyuga clan also intends to run for the Fourth Hokage."

Like Uchiha Shisui, Hyuga Rei also provided information, and at the same time, he made a very unusual witty remark.

"Putting aside the relationship between the captain and the team members, Captain, we can be considered rivals now, right?"

Nara Rinka looked at Hinata Rei with a slightly horrified expression.

The girl's emotional shift was truly bizarre.

The mood was so low just a moment ago, how come you've suddenly become so positive?

Moreover, in Nara Ranka's memory, Hinata Reiko had always been a cold and aloof girl, and this was the first time he had ever heard her joke on her own initiative...

"team leader!"

Silent voice actively offered her support from the sidelines.

"I believe you can definitely beat all your competitors!"

Thank you for your support.

Nara Rinka suppressed her lingering resentment, smiled in response to Shizune, and then nudged Uchiha Shisui with her elbow.

"Zhishui, don't forget your promise! Don't forget to vote for me!"

One of the key aspects of the Hokage election is the voting by the Jonin team.

As an elite ninja who has already made a name for himself, "Shisui of the Body Flicker" undoubtedly has the right to vote in the election for the Fourth Hokage.

In comparison, neither Hyuga Rei nor Shizune are currently official Jonin and do not have the right to vote.

"...Of course, no problem!"

Uchiha Shisui hesitated between the clan leader and the captain for a moment, and decided on his side in less than half a second.

I'm determined to be the Uchiha Shaking Grass!

Although Uchiha Shisui really wanted to support Uchiha Fugaku in running for the Fourth Hokage.

However, he did know that Fugaku Uchiha's chances of becoming the Fourth Hokage were not high.

Rumors about the upcoming Five Kage Summit are spreading like wildfire throughout Konoha Village.

The topic of "fourth generation reserve" has also attracted the attention of many interested people.

According to an unnamed person's count, there are only a handful of ninjas in Konoha who are qualified to run for the Fourth Hokage.

Orochimaru, Jiraiya, Tsunade, Minato Namikaze, and other clan leaders who made their names on the battlefield.

In the eyes of some people

Fugaku Uchiha was indeed qualified to run for the Fourth Hokage.

But that's all I'll ever be qualified for...

In terms of overall strength in the election, Fugaku Uchiha could at best only surpass Hiashi Hyuga.

At the very least, Fugaku Uchiha earned the title of "fierce-eyed" on the battlefield.

On the other hand, what about Hiashi Hyuga?

What does he have?

Let's not even talk about "achievements" anymore; Hyuga Hiashi can't even find a "highlight"...

however.

If we say that there were several ninja clan leaders between Fugaku Uchiha and Hiashi Hyuga...

Then there are several Jiraiyas between Nara Rinka and Uchiha Fugaku!

It's not that "fierce eyes" aren't powerful.

All I can say is that "Shadow of Darkness" is too brutal!

When it comes to real achievements and merits, the Dark Shadow can say to all the Konoha ninja who participated in the Third Shinobi World War—not targeting anyone in particular, but everyone here is trash!

Nara Rinkei chatted with his three subordinates for a while, which earned him a very solid vote.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, the Nara group left the restaurant together.

Uchiha Shisui and Hyuga Rei took their leave.

Only the mute remained in place.

Nara Rinka and Shizune walked slowly along the roads of Kikyo Castle under the moonlight.

suddenly.

"Captain, this is... my gift."

Shizune stopped and took out a scroll from her ninja tool bag, handing it to Nara Rinka with both hands.

Please accept this.

"Um……"

Nara Rinka looked at the respectful black-haired girl and hesitated whether she should accept the gift.

But in the end, he still reached out his right hand and picked up the scroll that Silent handed him.

"Mute, thanks."

A message notification popped up silently on the panel at that moment.

[S-rank technique [Spirit Transformation Technique] detected. Learn it?]

Nara was somewhat taken aback by the sight of the cassia tree.

The gift from the silent man was more valuable than he had expected.

S-rank ninjutsu given away so easily?

Young girl—no, rich woman?

"Captain, thank you for your continued care and support."

When Shizune saw Nara accept the gift, a smile immediately appeared on her delicate face.

"This ninjutsu scroll is one of the legacies left by my uncle. It is a very, very difficult S-rank ninjutsu that involves very, very profound Yin Release nature transformation."

"With my talent, I may never be able to learn this ninjutsu in my lifetime..."

"But Captain, you are different."

"Captain... I hope you like... this gift."

"Yes, I like it very much."

Goodnight everyone

(End of this chapter)