This Naruto is a player

"You brat! Don't you know how to respect your elders?"

Jiraiya was furious. He pulled a book out of his pocket and showed it to Naruto: "See? I told you before, I'm a writer, and I'm gathering material for my work!"

Naruto saw the red cover of the book and found it surprisingly familiar.

"Intimate Paradise"?

Isn't this the book that Kakashi-sensei carries around all day?

"So you're the author! What exactly is in this book?"

"Hehe, kid, you recognized me, didn't you?"

Jiraiya finally showed a hint of proud satisfaction on his face, which was indeed the case if you didn't look at the shoe print and handprint on his face.

"However, I won't tell you what it contains."

"Besides, humph! You brat, you interrupted my research. I'll let it go this time, but I won't let you off so easily next time."

"and many more!"

Naruto called out to stop him, as if he had suddenly realized something.

His gaze, sharp as lightning, locked onto the back of the silver-haired, spiky man: "If I'm not mistaken, you must be the legendary, famous Jiraiya-sama?!"

Jiraiya paused, turning back in surprise: "Oh? Kid, you know this immortal?"

You can't not know them!

For the sake of the "Hokage cause," he had long since thoroughly understood the Konoha leadership's hierarchy.

The harsh truth is: the Hokage throne? What good is being good at nothing but fighting?

The core of the Hokage throne is still: the master-disciple lineage/brotherhood relay.

A strong background is what truly matters!

Although Naruto Uzumaki is bound to Kakashi, the "Sixth Hokage of the Future," and himself, the "Seventh Hokage," it will be a long time before Kakashi takes over.

His goal had been set long ago: the Fifth Hokage!

To become Hokage, two things are indispensable: fame and ability, no, fame and virtue.

Therefore, Germany (military force) has been maxed out.

The only thing I've been searching for is "fame"—but I haven't been able to find it!

If Naruto becomes the Seventh Hokage, he won't lack for titles, since his master was the Sixth Hokage. But if he wants to become the Fifth Hokage beforehand, he'll need to build a new ladder for himself.

Seeking to become the Third Hokage's apprentice? The old man is already too old and in seclusion. What about the Sannin? Orochimaru defected, Tsunade is missing, and Jiraiya is wandering the ninja world.

But who could have predicted this!

To my surprise, I ran into Old Deng again at the hot spring.

A turning point in life can be fleeting!

Why not just grab it and refine it instantly?

In a flash, Naruto stepped forward, his voice clear and bright: "Lord Jiraiya!"

His eyes were burning, and there was nothing else in them but a desire for the Hokage!

"Please accept me as your apprentice!"

Chapter 88 Jiraiya Questions Life

Becoming Hokage? That's just an appetizer for Naruto!

He knew perfectly well that becoming Hokage meant more than just taking over Konoha, the "strongest ninja village".

What does Naruto represent?

1. Plenty of henchmen: The ninja clan underlings are crying and begging for protection!

2. A gathering of experts: The entire village's elite will work for you!

3. Treasure Trove of Knowledge: Forbidden Techniques? Secret Secrets? Unlock them all!

4. And even more importantly: directly cling to the Land of Fire as a golden thigh! Money, food, people, you can have whatever you want, and it's officially certified.

but!

There was something stuck in Naruto's throat, something he couldn't figure out or understand.

Look at these ridiculous rules in the ninja world: ninja villages have to grovel before the daimyo?

What the hell?! Are ninjas only fit to be the daimyo's dogs?

Haha, it must be due to the influence of the historical and cultural aspects of our daily lives.

The scope of a small life is no good, the scope of the ninja world is so small it's barely enough to fill a tooth gap, brother!

Naruto is different; he has been influenced by five thousand years of history.

It can be said that: the emperor should be the one with the strongest army and the most powerful horses; is it not a matter of birth?

Why is the Hokage only in charge of military affairs?

Why should the powerful Hokage have to hide in the broken cage of "ninja"?

The mere title of Fifth Hokage is nothing but a load of rubbish!

The table he really wanted to overturn was the chair under Daming's butt.

The throne of the Daimyo of the Land of Fire—this is just the first step towards becoming the sun of the ninja world.

Hokage?

It's just a stepping stone, used to ascend to the throne of a daimyo!

Who would want to be just a lowly village chief?

Let's set a small goal first: to take direct control of both military and political affairs! To be the undisputed and truly benevolent father of the Fire Nation!

As for having a clone impersonate the Great Name before that?

Is her personality difficult to control? Secondary.

The point is: if you can sit in that position openly and honestly, why bother using a stand-in in secret?

The path to be a benevolent one should be taken in a righteous and honorable manner!

Once he's firmly seated on the Hokage throne and grips the gun tightly, he can easily concoct a grand righteous cause—"Serving the Emperor"? "Purge the Emperor's inner circle"? Slogans are as numerous as he wants.

That's the advantage of having a long history; there are too many patterns to follow.

And then there's the propaganda from media groups!

They went straight for it and snatched that golden dragon throne!

At that time: He stood on high ground and gave a shout, and countless underlings stood up.

That outdated and tattered "Daimyo" system is swept straight into the dustbin of history! I'm starting a new version!

The prerequisite for accomplishing all of this is to become Hokage.

Naruto had long been prepared to ascend to the Hokage throne.

The strategy is simple yet effective: carrot in the left hand, stick in the right.

No, it's "reputation" in the left hand and "morality" in the right.

The "morality" was already in place; all that was missing was the "name".

in fact

If Orochimaru hadn't suddenly been caught up in the Konoha Collapse, forcing him to race against time...

Naruto has a hundred tricks up his sleeve, slowly laying them out.

But now?

With only one month left until the Chunin Exams, the 'Konoha Collapse Incident' is also fast approaching!

No time!

Therefore, we have no choice but to take a shortcut.

Naruto's eyes looked like they were welded to this weird old man!

Look at this guy, he looks a bit comical, but wow, his build and his imposing presence!

It's practically a 'walking political vetting pass'!

His reputation is quite impressive:

Master's seniority: The Third Hokage's last disciple!

Status in the martial arts world: One of the legendary Sannin of Konoha!

The most prestigious title: The Fourth Hokage's personal mentor!

Worshiping this Buddha? That's equivalent to—

Instantly stamped with the "Naruto Direct Lineage" gold seal, officially certified VIP!

I did this for no other reason than to buy insurance against being a "pre-selected candidate" in the Hokage election!

Don't miss out!

The third generation could reign for half a century.

Who knows if this unknown Fifth Hokage will be a long-lived figure like the Third Hokage?

Thinking of this, Naruto took a deep breath and focused his energy: "Jiraiya-sensei! Please take me as your student!"

"Oh."

Jiraiya's lips twitched. This little blondie changes his mind faster than flipping through a book!

He just called me a "lecherous immortal," and now he's sucking up to me?

Taking him on as a disciple? It's definitely time to teach him how to control the Nine-Tails.

but!