Master, Please Become a Hokage

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As Sarutobi Ryo entered the private courtyard, Hyuga Natsu stepped forward and gently knocked on the door: "Ruri-sama, Ryo-shosama has come to visit......"

"......"

Silence.

After waiting for a moment, the door opened.

Ruri took the initiative to open the sliding door.

Although she didn't speak, Sarutobi Ryo knew that she was allowing him to enter.

Thus, Sarutobi Ryo, with years of tacit understanding, quickly entered her boudoir.

The room was very clean, with a faint fragrance.

She sat cross-legged on the tatami mat.

Ruri knelt and sat opposite him, facing each other across the low table.

Hyuga Natsu was about to leave to create a private environment for the two to talk, but Sarutobi Ryo stopped her.

"Miss Natsu, you don't need to leave, it's nothing that others can't hear......"

Sarutobi Ryo's words made Hyuga Natsu feel doubtful, but she still walked over and stood aside.

Chapter 59. Hyuga Hizashi Entrusts Wife and Children

"Ruri, I have now mastered six bloodline limits......"

Ryo-shosama said that he has six bloodline limits, ah, this......

Hyuga Natsu just thought Ryo-shosama was joking.

Although Ryo-shosama's reputation has been growing lately, how should I put it, six is too exaggerated......

I'm afraid he's just trying to make Ruri-sama happy because she's in a bad mood.

"I'm only one small step away from entering the Kage level......"

Sarutobi Ryo assessed his basic qualities.

In the official Naruto databook, there is something called "Comprehensive Basic Stats".

From Genin to Chunin to Jonin, there are actually strict numerical representations.

For example, the limit for Genin is 38. Shikamaru during the Chunin Exams happened to have this value. If it is greater than or equal to this value, there is a chance to become a Chunin.

Another example is that among the Special Jonin, the strongest ninja is Morino Ibiki, with a total value of 55. Exceeding this value allows one to become a Jonin.

Among the Jonin, Kurenai Yuhi's value is 58, and Shizune also has a similar value. The two are the gatekeepers among the Jonin.

At the end of Part 1, Kakashi's value is 66.

And Sarutobi Ryo estimates.

At this time, his basic value is probably "67", which is close to the level of his elderly father, Sarutobi Hiruzen.

But note that the Third Hokage in his old age has severely diminished stats. It is the level after degeneration, but years of experience and experience are still there.

Sarutobi Ryo at this age naturally has less experience than his aging father, Sarutobi Hiruzen.

However, in terms of physical fitness, he has completely surpassed his old father.

Going further up, every step forward is like an insurmountable gap. This is easy to understand.

Moreover, the strength of a ninja, at this level, cannot be judged solely by basic qualities.

The total strength of a ninja = "Basic Stats" + "Ninjutsu / Bloodline Limit / Bloodline Elimination / Ninja Tools".

This formula holds true.

"Now, I have the initial ability to rewrite fate......"

Sarutobi Ryo took a deep breath and looked out the door.

Years of hard work, years of forbearance, keeping a low profile.

Finally, he has reached the point where he is only one step away from the Kage level.

Of course, if you count the ability to summon Katsuyu and the assistance of the bloodline limit, the total combat power can definitely compete with the Kage level.

Rewrite fate?

Hyuga Natsu listened silently on the side.

Fate...... This word is something that the people of the Hyuga clan often mention.

The branch family members are branded with the Caged Bird Seal shortly after birth, when they are still children.

The fate of the branch family is to serve the main family, to do their best for the main family until death.

Rewriting fate or something...... It sounds like something from another dimension.

"Ruri, I have never told you before...... that I want to help you change your fate."

Sarutobi Ryo glanced over and stared at the expressionless girl in front of him.

In her crystal-clear eyes, there is no brilliance, only...... dullness.

She stared at the table, without saying a word, as always.

"Because I didn't have the power before, and saying it would be like drawing a big cake......unreliable......"

Sarutobi Ryo shook his head.

He wouldn't learn from someone who just likes to draw big cakes.

"Now I have the power, so...... I promise you, I will find a way to change your situation and change the fate of the Hyuga clan!"

Sarutobi Ryo solemnly promised Ruri.

What is the Will of Fire?

The Will of Fire is to protect important people or things.

For Sarutobi Ryo, Hyuga Ruri, who grew up with him and was a teammate in the same squad, is one of his most important people.

After saying that.

Sarutobi Ryo got up, nodded, and bid farewell to Ruri.

"Ryo-shosama, are you leaving......" Hyuga Natsu quickly followed and went out.

"......"

Ruri knelt in place, expressionless, without moving.

[Inject the Will of Fire into Hyuga Ruri]

[Progress: 10%!]

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Hyuga Natsu walked in the courtyard, her steps a little messy.

Because she heard something she shouldn't have heard.

The branch family maid looked up, frequently looking at the young man walking in front.

The other party is the son of the Hokage, with a noble status.

But he said that he wanted to change Ruri's fate and change the words of Hyuga......

What does this mean?

Is it saying...... that the higher-ups are going to attack the Hyuga clan?

Hyuga Natsu felt uneasy and a little disturbed.

She didn't know whether she should report what she had just heard to Hizashi-sama.

"Ryo-shosama......" Just as Hyuga Natsu hesitated, Sarutobi Ryo suddenly stopped.

"Ryo-shosama."

In front, someone also called Sarutobi Ryo's name.

"May I have a word aside......"

It was Hyuga Hizashi.

He glanced at Hyuga Natsu, the meaning was obvious.

He didn't want Hyuga Natsu to hear the conversation between the two.

"Yes." Sarutobi Ryo nodded and followed Hyuga Hizashi into his room.

Outside the door, Hyuga Natsu didn't know whether to stay or leave.

On the one hand, she wanted to hear the conversation between the two.

On the other hand, she didn't know if she should report the matter to Hizashi-sama now.

"Perhaps...... Hizashi-sama has noticed Ryo-shosama's intention, so he wants to persuade Ryo-shosama?"

Thinking this way, Hyuga Natsu stayed in place, pricked up her ears, and tried her best to listen to the conversation between the two in the room.

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"Ryo-shosama, I have carefully considered what you said before......"

Hyuga Hizashi clenched his fists, took a deep breath, and finally made a certain decision.

"I have thought about it carefully. With me, I cannot give Ruri a promise and happiness......"

Hyuga Hizashi gave a wry smile, and the Caged Bird Seal on his forehead seemed to throb faintly.

Once a branch family, always a branch family.

But......

But...... why is he still unwilling?

Unwilling ah......

"I don't care about myself, but...... Ruri she......"

Growing up with Hyuga Ruri since childhood, childhood sweethearts.

Hyuga Hizashi watched Ruri's mood become more and more gloomy every day.

If this continues, perhaps she will eventually wither directly and die in depression.

He didn't want to see his childhood sweetheart have such an ending.

He didn't want her to wither.

So......

"Ryo-shosama, do you have a way to save Ruri?" Hyuga Hizashi looked up, his eyes looking at the handsome young man opposite him.

"Yes."

Sarutobi Ryo gave Hyuga Hizashi a definite answer.

This answer made Hyuga Hizashi slowly widen his eyes.

"But before that......"

Sarutobi Ryo said, looking out the door.