The Master of Konoha's Legacy

Perhaps in a few hundred years, the ninja bloodline monopoly will no longer exist.

Except for Danzo, all the Konoha high-ranking officials knelt obediently and remained motionless.

A closed folding fan emerged from the sedan chair, slowly lifting the curtain to reveal Naraku's slightly arrogant face.

Immediately afterwards, Naraku stepped out of the sedan chair with the help of the big man and looked around at the kneeling crowd.

His gaze first swept past Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was lying at the very front, and Danzo, who was giving him a friendly smile.

His gaze lingered on the two people behind him, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

According to intelligence, this blond-haired youth should be Minato Namikaze.

The middle-aged man should be Fugaku Uchiha, the head of the Uchiha clan.

These two men's battle achievements and strength are enough to qualify them for the position of Hokage.

In other words, today's meeting will select the Hokage from these four individuals.

That guy said he didn't care about it, but I don't know if that's true or not.

[Chapter 320. The Will of the People and the Power Over Konoha]

(Two chapters combined into one)

Thinking of this, Naraku turned his gaze back to Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was kneeling obediently on the ground.

Just to be on the safe side, let's treat this as a lie for now.

Then Hiruzen Sarutobi would not be able to continue as Hokage.

He and that guy had a blood feud, not to mention that Shinnosuke died because of him.

Hiruzen Sarutobi definitely harbors hostility towards me, but he's only being considerate of my status.

Konoha hasn't been so obedient these past few years.

Then, Naraku looked at Danzo, whose smile seemed a little off.

He smiled and nodded at him.

But in his heart he thought to himself:

This one-eyed dragon must be Shimura Danzo, who has been in contact with me all along.

It would be great if he could become Hokage.

Moreover, the information he gave me also said that he had already gained that guy's support.

I don't know if Danzo lied to me, or if that guy lied to him.

Naraku's smile remained unchanged as he turned his gaze back to the two people behind him.

Uchiha Fugaku...

The head of the Uchiha clan was closest to that guy by blood.

Minato Namikaze...

According to intelligence, the guy's official identity is that of a teacher, and they seem to have a pretty good relationship.

But this person seems to be very close to Hiruzen Sarutobi, and it's unknown whether he will be targeted by their anger.

This is a bit tricky...

The only option now is to play it by ear and see what that guy says.

The only one that can be definitively ruled out is Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The Konoha ninja under this old man's leadership have become increasingly less respectful of the Daimyo's forces.

We need to give him a good talking-to. If we can force him to lose his senses, we can take advantage of the situation and get rid of him.

After thinking it over, Naraku took two steps forward and came to stand in front of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

His eyes were lowered, and he said in an enigmatic tone, "Sarutobi, Hiruzen."

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly raised his head and met Naraku's gaze.

But Naraku's eyes narrowed slightly, and he murmured:

"You look a lot like one of my old friends."

He immediately frowned, lightly patted his forehead, and said with a look of annoyance:

"It's just that my memory isn't very good, so I can't remember."

Forget it, I can't be bothered to think about it if I can't remember. It's probably been dead for too long.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's body trembled almost imperceptibly, and a warm smile appeared on his wrinkled face as he said:

"Your Highness, you must be tired from your journey. Please go to the Hokage Building and rest for a while."

Seeing that the white-haired Hiruzen Sarutobi was so patient, Naraku felt a sense of powerlessness, as if he had punched cotton.

He instantly lost interest in Hiruzen Sarutobi.

He's just a spineless old man.

But Naraku waved his hand dismissively and said:

"No need to rest, it's better to get the important business done as soon as possible."

The smile on Danzo's face at this moment even had a rare hint of flattery.

“That’s right. His Highness is very busy, so we need to hurry up as well.”

"Your Highness, this old man will show you the way."

Naraku nodded slightly and said calmly:

"Lord Danzo is very kind."

As Danzo led Naraku toward the Hokage Building, the many high-ranking officials present stood up one after another.

However, everyone seemed to avoid looking at Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Most of the high-ranking officials hurried toward the Hokage Building as if they were avoiding a plague.

A small number of high-ranking members who had always been loyal to Hiruzen Sarutobi kept their heads down and remained silent.

This made Hiruzen Sarutobi feel a sense of sadness, as if he had been abandoned by his former lover.

Only Minato Namikaze came to Hiruzen Sarutobi's side, helped him up, and said with a worried expression:

"Lord Hokage..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and shook his head, patting Minato Namikaze's hand as he said:

"It's alright. It was my rudeness that offended you, Your Excellency."

Besides, I'm so old now, I've long since let go of these things.

After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced with a smile at the backs of the high-ranking officials and clan leaders who were walking towards the Hokage Building.

But he kept all of these people in his heart.

Preparing to settle scores later.

Hokage Building.

Despite being disabled, Uchiha Tonan did not go to the village entrance to greet Naraku.

Instead, they went directly to the conference room and occupied a good spot at the front to wait.

A short while later, the conference room door opened.

Danzo led Naraku in.

Danzo saw Uchiha Tonan sitting in his seat and nodded to him inwardly. Thinking of the conditions he had agreed upon with Uchiha Tonan earlier, he thought with excitement: This time it's a sure thing.

He then introduced Naraku to Naraku:

"Your Highness, this is Konoha's hero, Uchiha Tonan."

Naraku glanced casually at Uchiha Tonan, fanned himself with his folding fan, and nodded, saying, "Very good."

Uchiha Tonan gave a slight bow and said, "Greetings, Your Highness, Daimyo."

Seeing that Naraku didn't seem interested in Uchiha Tonan, Danzo didn't go into further detail.

He led Naraku to sit in the main seat.

Then, a group of senior executives entered the conference room one after another.

Walking at the very back were Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi and Minato Namikaze.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat down, glanced at Minato Namikaze beside him, and then looked at Tonan Uchiha, who was sitting upright.

His eyes flickered slightly, but it was unclear what he was thinking.

Seeing that everyone had arrived, Danzo presumptuously stood up and coughed lightly, saying:

"Ahem, today, under the witness of His Highness the Daimyo."

We will gather here to reward those who made outstanding contributions in this battle.

Of course, those who have made contributions should be rewarded.

Those who have made mistakes must also bear corresponding responsibility and accept punishment.

As he spoke, he gave the composed Hiruzen Sarutobi a deep, enigmatic look.

Then, with a smile, he bowed to Naraku at the head of the table and said:

"Your Highness, is there anything you would like to add?"

Naraku, however, kept in mind what Uchiha Tonan had told him earlier, and casually flicked his folding fan, saying:

"You're right, go on."

Danzo nodded and addressed the crowd with great enthusiasm:

"According to convention, punishment is given first, followed by reward."

After all, many more positions can be created after the fines are imposed.

This will also make it easier to reward those who have made contributions.