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Chapter 675 Mu Yue is the popular choice

"How could my Five Elements Great Link Bullet..."

Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly opened his eyes and subconsciously looked around vigilantly, only to find that he was at home, not fighting with Sosuke.

"Huh, I actually had a nightmare."

Sarutobi Hiruzen took a deep breath and exhaled, then rubbed his forehead with his hand, and finally felt better.

Then Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at the clock and saw that the time was just a little earlier than his usual wake-up time, so he simply got up.

After washing up and finishing his breakfast, Sarutobi Hiruzen went directly to the Hokage's office to start working.

"I need to talk to Mu Yue about Sosuke's matter at noon today." Sarutobi Hiruzen thought after dealing with a few documents.

No matter what, Mu Yue is the assistant Hokage of Konoha.

It's understandable that he didn't say anything yesterday because he had mixed feelings when he just came back, but it's not right to keep dragging it on. You can't hide such important information just for the sake of face.

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At this moment, there was a sudden knock on the door of the Hokage's office.

"Enter."

Namikaze Minato pushed open the wooden door and walked into the Hokage's office, "Sandaime-sama."

"It's Minato, what's the matter?" Sarutobi Hiruzen asked after putting down his pen.

"I'm here to report to you about the recent identification of special jonin." Namikaze Minato explained.

The special jonin are a very special group.

The original intention of Konoha to establish this level was to promote those who were not strong enough or had some unbalanced abilities that did not meet the standards of a formal jonin, but who had special talents.

But as things developed, an unspoken rule was gradually added: even if one did not have any special talents, if one had enough merit and experience, one could be promoted to a special jonin.

Now that the war is over, it is natural to promote a group of veteran Chunins who have made great contributions.

Otherwise, with the high standards of Konoha's Jonin, most ninjas would have no need to strive after reaching the Chunin level, because they would never be able to be promoted to Jonin.

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked as if he was listening.

This is no small matter, especially for a jonin. He is still a jonin, and it is difficult to get promoted based on merit.

"Well, you did a good job." After listening, Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded.

Unlike his teacher Jiraiya, Namikaze Minato is the ninja that Sarutobi Hiruzen believes is second only to Mu Yue in terms of reliability.

Minato Namikaze smiled modestly and prepared to leave.

Then Sarutobi Hiruzen thought of something and called out to Minato Namikaze.

“I’ve seen a lot of discussion in the village recently about the Yondaime. Some people think it’s better for the Sannin to take the throne, while others support a young ninja like Mu Yue.

Minato, your teacher is Jiraiya, and Mu Yue is also your friend, what do you think about this?" Sarutobi Hiruzen asked curiously.

In fact, he mainly wanted to ask about his opinion on Mu Yue, because Jiraiya didn't want to be Hokage at all, but that would be too deliberate.

Namikaze Minato stopped and turned back to look at Sarutobi Hiruzen, revealing an expression of serious thinking, and then said:
"I think Mu Yue is more suitable to be the Hokage."

Minato Namikaze knew his teacher Jiraiya very well. Jiraiya did not want to be Hokage, nor was he suitable to be Hokage. It was difficult for Minato Namikaze to imagine Jiraiya being the Hokage.

Tsunade suffers from hemophobia, and unless she overcomes this, Minato Namikaze feels that she is not suitable to be Hokage.

The Hokage rarely fights in person, but it's not that he doesn't need to. And when the time comes that the Hokage is needed to fight, his fighting ability will be crucial. How can he fight if he has hemophobia?

As for Orochimaru, Namikaze Minato felt that he was not as good as Mu Yue.

Mu Yue possesses the Wood Release technique of Hashirama Senju, which means that even though Mu Yue is not of any family, he is extremely orthodox, which is a victory.

Mu Yue has strength that surpasses Orochimaru, and defeated the Fourth Kazekage on the battlefield at an extremely fast speed. This is his second victory.

Among the three wars, Mu Yue was the ninja with the greatest military achievements in the entire Konoha, and this was his third victory.

Minato Namikaze felt that as long as he was willing to think about it, he could help Mu Yue win ten games, because Mu Yue was really too outstanding.

"It seems that you, Minato, are very optimistic about Mu Yue becoming Hokage." Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed as he listened to Minato Namikaze seriously listing Mu Yue's advantages.

"Maybe you two will compete in the future. Some people in the village are very optimistic about you."

Judging from the inheritance of his master, Namikaze Minato is the direct descendant of Hokage. If he develops for a few more years, his reputation may surpass that of the Three Ninjas.

It is impossible to surpass Mu Yue. The two have many similarities, and Mu Yue is much stronger. When facing Mu Yue, most people will not choose Minato Namikaze.

"Then I will probably lose badly." Namikaze Minato said with a smile.

This cannot be blamed on others. If Mu Yue became a candidate for the fourth generation, Namikaze Minato himself would want to vote for Mu Yue.

If there really was a competition, Minato Namikaze would not surrender, but with his current abilities, he is indeed no match for Mu Yue, who can lead Konoha further.

Looking at the gentle face of Minato Namikaze, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but think of Danzo Shimura.

Why could Minato Namikaze say such words so calmly, and why did Danzo Shimura have such a deep obsession after not becoming the Third Hokage.

Does one have to become a Hokage to be considered a high-ranking official?

"Sandaime-sama, if there is nothing else I will go back to work."

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and watched Namikaze Minato leave.

Five minutes later, Sarutobi Hiruzen put down the pipe in his hand, exhaled thick smoke, and called the Anbu at the door: "Please invite the two consultants over."

He is indeed not fit to continue serving as Hokage, as he actually has nightmares related to Sosuke.

Konoha needed a strong and confident young ninja more than an elderly mistake-maker like him.

For the sake of Mu Yue, who is popular among the people, let him go his own way once again.

"Hiruzen, is there something…"

"I want to resign from the position of Hokage and start the election for the Fourth Hokage." Sarutobi Hiruzen interrupted directly.

Mitomon En and Utane Koharu were dumbfounded. After thinking about it all night, this is all they thought about?
"Hirozen, this is a serious matter..."

Mito Menen wanted to persuade him but was interrupted by Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"At work, it's called position." Sarutobi Hiruzen tapped the table with his fingers.

Mitomon Yan was somewhat helpless, but this was in accordance with the rules, he had no choice but to change the topic:
"Sandaime, the war has just ended. Konoha needs you to take charge of the overall situation and maintain stability. Four years. I support you in electing a new Hokage after four years."

Utane Koharu also gave some advice, but Sarutobi Hiruzen remained unmoved.

"I am the Hokage!" Sarutobi Hiruzen said firmly.

Mito Kado En was speechless, realizing Sarutobi Hiruzen's determination. "Have you forgotten the consequences of insisting on your own way? You will regret it."

Utatane Koharu makes a final effort.

"I am stubborn, but Mu Yue is the popular choice." Sarutobi Hiruzen said meaningfully.

Utane Koharu and Mitokado En both fell silent.

"Six years. During these six years, I will ensure that your positions will not be affected."

Six years later they will be sixty years old, which is considered old in the ninja industry. It is time for them to step down and give newcomers a chance.

"Let's discuss the election." Mitomon Yan said.

The three of them discussed until noon, and then Sarutobi Hiruzen asked the Anbu to notify Mu Yue to go to the conference room for a meeting.

He originally wanted to talk to Mu Yue about Sosuke at noon, but the high-level meeting was more important at the moment, so Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to talk about it after the meeting.

In the conference room.

When the four high-ranking officials arrived, Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke:
"This meeting is mainly to determine the election of the Fourth Hokage."

When saying this, Sarutobi Hiruzen took a special look at Mu Yue.

"Electing the fourth generation now?" Mu Yue was a little surprised.

It’s not that Mu Yue is narcissistic. The only reason he wants to choose Hokage at this time is that Sarutobi Hiruzen wants him to be the Hokage.

After thinking about it carefully, Mu Yue felt it was reasonable.

Thanks to his holding back, Konoha did not lose anything this time, and Sarutobi Hiruzen's mistake was not big, at least not to the extent that he had to resign from the position of Hokage.

But one thing needs to be considered, he performed too well, and Sarutobi Hiruzen trusted him very much. Under such circumstances, it is normal for Sarutobi Hiruzen to have the idea of ​​letting him succeed to the throne in advance.

"I almost made a big mistake. I am no longer fit to continue serving as Hokage." Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a slight sigh.

Since it was a high-level meeting, Sarutobi Hiruzen did not say much, but only briefly explained the motivation for re-electing the Hokage.

"What do you think about the nominees for the Fourth Hokage?" Sarutobi Hiruzen asked, looking around.

He was going to pass it on to Mu Yue, but the process could not be that he gave the order directly and then Mu Yue would become Hokage, but it had to be done through an election.

The reason why Senju Tobirama was able to pass the message directly to him was because it was a critical war period at that time and special matters had to be handled specially.

Directly passing on the throne in peacetime goes against tradition. The first Hokage of Konoha was the result of a vote by all the people of Konoha.

"I think Assistant Mu Yue is qualified and capable of serving as the fourth generation and can be one of the nominees." Mizuto Menyan said.

What he most hoped for was for Sarutobi Hiruzen to take the position, but since he had to choose, he would definitely choose the best.

"Assistant Mu Yue has made many outstanding achievements on the battlefield. I agree." Utane Koharu nodded in approval.

Mu Yue sat there silently without saying anything. In fact, he wanted to say that he had an opinion and he disagreed, but this was about his own nomination and he could not express his opinion.

"Then the first nomination has been confirmed. Are there any others?" Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and continued to ask.

Since it is an election, there cannot be only one candidate, otherwise what is the point of electing.

"I think Orochimaru also has the ability to become Hokage and can be one of the candidates nominated for the Fourth Hokage," suggested Utatane Koharu.

There are only a few people in Konoha who are qualified to be candidates for Hokage. Tsunade and Jiraiya don't want to be Hokage, and it would not look good to force them to be nominated as candidates, so the only one left is Orochimaru.

"Orochimaru has been fighting for Konoha on the battlefield for many years and has made great contributions. I agree." Mito Kado En said in approval.

"With Orochimaru's qualifications and strength, he is indeed qualified to serve as the fourth generation. I agree." Mu Yue also nodded.

After all, he is my partner, so give him some face.

"Then the second nomination is confirmed to be Orochimaru." Sarutobi Hiruzen made the decision.

"I think Shuimen should also be nominated. He has outstanding abilities and has made a lot of contributions to the village." Mu Yue said after thinking for a while.

Mu Yue has no idea about Hokage, but in the current situation, Mu Yue doesn't want to be Hokage, and there are many people begging him to be the Hokage. Even if he wants to give the position to Minato Namikaze, it may not be useful, and even if he forces Minato Namikaze, he may not accept it.

He nominated Minato Namikaze not to become Hokage, but to give Minato Namikaze further opportunities.

If Sarutobi Hiruzen and others do not reject the nomination of Namikaze Minato, then Namikaze Minato will be equivalent to having once been a true candidate for Hokage, and his status will be different.

If Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others refused, then Mu Yue would promote Namikaze Minato to a senior position, and Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others would not be able to refuse.

"Minato is indeed outstanding, but the nomination is a bit inappropriate. He is still lacking compared to you, Mu Yue." Mitomon En said after exchanging glances with Sarutobi Hiruzen.

There is no clear limit to two people for the nomination of Hokage. It is fine if Mu Yue wants to nominate another person, but that person cannot be Minato Namikaze.

It’s not that they have any problem with Minato Namikaze, but Minato Namikaze’s qualifications are slightly questionable.

Although Mu Yue is as young as Namikaze Minato, his achievements are quite exaggerated. He has turned the tide of battles many times and captured thousands of Kirigakure ninjas by himself.

Minato Namikaze's excellence is not enough to make up for his qualifications. If Minato Namikaze were to be nominated, it would definitely cause dissatisfaction among some senior jonin who have made many achievements on the battlefield.

Although their performance in the Third Ninja World War was not as good as that of Minato Namikaze, they also made contributions in the Second Ninja World War. Overall, the difference is not much. Why should Minato Namikaze be nominated?
Even if he was not selected in the end, it still meant that he almost became the Fourth Hokage, which was an honor and recognition for many Konoha ninjas.

"Minato still needs more training. It's too early for him to become Hokage." Utane Koharu also expressed his opinion.

"Then Mu Yue and Orochimaru are still tentatively chosen. Does anyone else want to nominate? If not, the nominees will be confirmed." Sarutobi Hiruzen continued to ask.

Utane Koharu and Mitokado En shook their heads.

The three of them had already discussed it and nominated Mu Yue and Orochimaru, with Orochimaru being the runner-up, and no one else was nominated.

"I have no objection." Mu Yue replied.

His purpose has been achieved.

"Since we have reached a consensus, we will hold a Jonin meeting in a week to formally vote on the election of the Fourth Hokage."

There are two rounds of voting. The first round is the voting by the jonin. Although the number of people is small, the weight is very large, accounting for about 40% of the total vote. The one with the advantage can basically secure the position of Hokage.

The second round was a vote by mid- and low-level ninjas and by the general public, each accounting for thirty percent.

The voting is not over yet, as a meeting will be held with the daimyo and high-ranking officials of the Fire Nation.

The daimyo must personally confirm that there are no problems before deciding who will be the Hokage, and finally a formal ceremony for the succession of the Hokage will be held to hand over the position.

Of course, this is basically just a formality, and the daimyo will not reject the candidate given by Konoha.

On the surface, Konoha is just the military force of the Land of Fire, but in reality, Konoha is a country within a country, and the daimyo has no control over Konoha at all.

PS: The existence of the daimyo in the original work is quite subtle. Sometimes it seems that his status is high, but in fact it is just like that.

Danzo even dared to make open threats during a meeting.

(End of this chapter)