Master, please become the Hokage

The name of Konoha White Fang, Hatake Sakumo, is too famous...

The three of them might not have intended to kill Hatake Sakumo, but they must have discussed it privately, planning to control Hatake Sakumo first, or even put him in hiding, in order to pave the way for others to become the Fourth Hokage.

Otherwise, it would be reasonable for Hatake Sakumo, who has the strongest strength and the highest public support, to become the next Hokage.

"Father, mother."

At this moment, Sarutobi Ryo stepped forward and the moment he spoke, he attracted everyone's attention.

"Sakumo-sensei has no interest in politics and doesn't want Kakashi to get involved. His greatest wish is to be able to serve Konoha peacefully."

Sarutobi Ryo's words echoed throughout the Hokage's office.

Raise your head and look around.

Ugly faces came into view, extremely clear.

Ah.

You want to eat people, but you pretend to be hypocritical and dare not say it openly.

The words on the mouth were "The Will of Fire", but when I opened it, I saw that it was all about cannibalism.

Chapter 7. Preparation before the mission

There was a time when the Will of Fire changed from protecting cherished people or things to... killing relatives, friends, and even wives and children for the sake of the village.

Should we say, have we forgotten our original aspirations? Or has the dragon slayer become the dragon himself?

Father, like son.

Having lived two lives, Sarutobi Ryo has a heart as clear as a mirror, and sees everything very clearly.

"Master Liang..."

Seeing Sarutobi Ryo stand up and speak for himself, Hatake Sakumo's eyes were full of relief.

He has seen many talented juniors, but very few have strong wills and outstanding character.

Sarutobi Ryo calls Hatake Sakumo "teacher" because he has been learning swordsmanship from Hatake Sakumo.

Just like Konohamaru in later generations, he had a tutor named Ebisu.

Sarutobi Ryo also became a disciple of Hatake Sakumo to teach him swordsmanship.

Seven-attribute ninjutsu and summoning techniques are not rare.

But powerful swordsmanship...in the entire Konoha, only Hatake Sakumo possesses it.

It was thanks to his sharp swordsmanship that Hatake Sakumo earned the reputation of Konoha White Fang.

"Well, Sarutobi Ryo, you said it very well."

Mito Monohan nodded.

So don't say anymore.

"Then it's settled. After Kakashi graduates, Minato will be his lead jonin."

Mitomon En looked at his colleagues, and together they decided on the future arrangements.

However, Sarutobi Ryo's advice was ignored.

This scene further confirms the importance of power.

Having strength but no power means there is no possibility of freely choosing one's destiny.

Looking at the main quest prompt for Shining Retina, Sarutobi Ryo silently made up his mind.

The road to becoming the leader of Anbu Team 6...

"Hum, Koharu, Danzo, maybe we should listen to Sakumo's opinion..."

Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned slightly at his colleagues, then looked at Hatake Sakumo, his brows softened.

"Sakumo, just feel free to express your wishes..."

"Hokage-sama..."

Hatake Sakumo raised his head and looked around at the faces of several senior executives.

Sarutobi Hiruzen's kind eyes formed a sharp contrast with the cold eyes of the remaining senior officials.

The cold gazes of the elders seemed to warn Xiaochun: "Hatake Sakumo, watch your words. If you don't consider yourself, consider your son too."

As the saying goes...it's easier to meet the King of Hell than to deal with the little devils. Despite the goodwill shown by Sarutobi Hiruzen as the Hokage, Hatake Sakumo still had to consider the expressions of several high-ranking officials nearby.

Faced with his own weaknesses, Hatake Sakumo could only compromise with difficulty: "Hokage-sama... I... have no objection..."

......

Soon after.

Everyone walked out of the Hokage Building.

The Jonin assessment mission is scheduled for tomorrow.

Participants include a group of Konoha ninjas including Sarutobi Ryo, Yamanaka Kei, Hyuga Ruri, Namikaze Minato, Uzumaki Kushina, Shirakumo Hayama, etc.

The destination is the "Whirlpool Country Ruins".

Several years ago, the Kingdom of Whirlpool was destroyed in the Ninja World War.

The Konoha high-level officials' misjudgment of support was also the cause of Kato Dan's death.

Loyal bones are buried in the green mountains.

Princess Tsunade's lover died in the support battle.

Because those who invaded the Whirlpool Country at that time were not just a few scattered strong men, but the joint efforts of the two great powers, Kumogakure and Kirigakure!

Countless enemy ninjas poured in like a tide, and in just a few days, the entire country was completely destroyed.

Of course, the division of the spoils, which led to the Hidden Cloud Village and the Hidden Mist Village continuing to fight on the ruins, is a story for later.

Since then, conspiracy theories have quietly emerged...

There is a conspiracy theory that the Konoha high-level officials deliberately left the Whirlpool Country alone...

After several years of fermentation, conspiracy theories among the people have shown signs of becoming more and more intense.

In order to shut up everyone and quell these remarks.

The Konoha high-level officials decided to send a team to the ruins of the Whirlpool Country to expel the scattered enemy ninjas entrenched there.

Now, the war is over and we have entered a period called "post-war".

Although the fighting was not as brutal as during the Great War, those who survived the war were the elite among the elite.

This also makes many post-war missions even more dangerous than during the war.

On the surface, this was an ordinary jonin examination.

In fact, it was a display of determination by Konoha's top brass.

The core of this mission is Sarutobi Ryo.

As the eldest son of the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, Sarutobi Ryo's actions are always under the scrutiny of everyone.

Sending his own son to the dangerous ruins of the Whirlpool Country is enough to dispel the public's discontent and conspiracy theories.

After all, even the Hokage's son was sent to the most dangerous area.

What reason do others have to continue to condemn the top management?

"Master Liang, your assessment mission is extremely dangerous. You must survive..."

Hatake Sakumo and Sarutobi Ryo walked side by side on the road.

If Sarutobi Ryo died in the ruins of Whirlpool Country, it would deepen the loyalty of more Konoha ninjas and ordinary people to the village, and also reduce the number of competitors for the next Hokage. This is an open strategy.

——Just like the death of Senju Nawaki.

"Teacher Sakumo, I don't have any problems, but you... will suffer in the future..."

Sarutobi Ryo looked at the man with a gentle face.

Although Hatake Sakumo possesses immense talent and is stronger than the Sannin.

But in terms of personality, he is not suitable to be a cold-blooded killing machine, and pastoral life is his destiny.

As Kakashi is about to graduate, he is led by Minato Namikaze.

Hatake Sakumo is suppressed by the Konoha high-level officials, and his PUA career is about to begin.

As Konoha's high-level officials continue to destroy him, this gentle man who looks like the uncle next door will inevitably fall into the abyss.

"Well......"

Hatake Sakumo scratched his silver hair.

"I don't think it should be a big problem."

His eyes narrowed into crescents because of a smile, but at this moment Hatake Sakumo had not yet realized the possible ending of his future.

......

That night, the moon was bright in the sky.

After dinner, Sarutobi Ryo stood in his own courtyard and prepared himself.

As a Chunin who is about to take part in the Jonin exam.

Sarutobi Ryo's actual strength has reached the standard, so it's okay to be regarded as a Jonin.

However, because he has not truly become a Jonin, the resources he currently possesses are still at the level of a Chunin.

For example, the difficulty levels of the five basic attribute techniques that Sarutobi Ryo mastered range from E-level, to D-level, and then to C-level.

The same is true for physical techniques, illusion techniques, Yin escape techniques, and Yang escape techniques.

C-rank represents the level of Chunin difficulty.

Once you truly become a Jonin and obtain qualification assessment, you will naturally be able to master B-level...that is, Jonin-level resources.

The level of a technique does not necessarily represent its power.

But usually the level of a technique is equated with its power, and it will only be equal to or greater than its own power.

For example, a C-rank Fire Style: Great Flame Technique.

The power will only start at C level.

If Sarutobi Hiruzen were to perform it, he could unleash the power of B-rank or even higher.

However, if a child or a beginner were to release it, it would probably only spit out a small fireball with a power of only D or even E level.

Sarutobi Ryo recalled what he had learned in his mind and prepared for tomorrow's "Jounin Examination".

After recalling all the techniques, Sarutobi Ryo took up his stance and began to practice physical techniques.

As long as you learn Ninjutsu and memorize it through muscle memory, you can maintain a certain level.

However, if you don't practice physical skills, you will quickly regress.

So... exercising every day became a compulsory daily routine for Sarutobi Ryo.

D-level physical skills, including Konoha Whirlwind, Konoha Gale... and other physical skills.

C-level physical skills include Konoha Great Tornado, Konoha Rising Wind, Shadow Dance Leaf... and other physical skills.

As Sarutobi Ryo performed his moves, the yard became filled with a fierce atmosphere and began to stir up the scene.

The Sarutobi clan is born with supernatural powers and has unique advantages, but they are not as clumsy as the Akimichi clan.

Therefore, it is very suitable for practicing various physical techniques.

With great strength and appropriate moves, one can maximize the power of one's own surname.

"Konoha Tornado!"

Sarutobi Ryo twisted his body, spinning like a whirlwind, and kicked out his left leg, stirring the air.

Next, the right leg.