Master, Please Become a Hokage

“Huff... huff...” Rin Nohara's eyes flickered, and indescribable things welled up in her heart.

“Rin, next time... for the second treatment, I'll still have to ask you, okay?”

Sarutobi Ryo reached out and slowly stroked the girl's cheek.

Rin Nohara's face flushed red, and she nodded slightly, agreeing to the treatment in the future.

Sarutobi Ryo was very satisfied with this: "Good, Rin... then you should take a good rest."

After saying that, Sarutobi Ryo straightened his clothes and then left the underground area.

After the closing sound rang out, Rin Nohara was the only one left underground.

The indescribable taste in her mouth and the thoughts that welled up in her heart made her brain a mess.

Corresponding to this was the joy that welled up in her heart.

Finally, she was one step closer to him...

“Next time...”

Rin Nohara's face turned even redder, and she couldn't help but shudder as she thought about the next treatment.

Chirp~.

Then, she heard the subtle sound of something flowing in her ears.

......

Not long after, Sarutobi Ryo visited Nara Shikaku.

Yamanaka Inoichi, Akimichi Choza, and others were at his home.

The heads of the Ino-Shika-Cho clans began a secret conversation with Sarutobi Ryo.

Sarutobi Ryo directly stated that he intended to run for the Fifth Hokage.

Nara Shikaku nodded, not surprised by this: "With Ryo-sama's talent, he is indeed qualified to run."

The Fourth Hokage's competitors included Hatake Sakumo, Orochimaru, and others.

At this time, Ryo-sama was already able to capture the Five-Tailed Jinchuriki alive and had become a strong ninja close to the Sannin.

And when the Fifth Hokage election comes in the future, Ryo-sama's strength will probably surpass the Sannin.

This is not an exaggeration, but a fact.

After all, someone who has learned the Eight Gates Formation is completely different from ordinary ninjas.

Because my ambition lies in becoming the Hokage.

The last trace of dissatisfaction in Nara Shikaku's heart because of serving as the vice squad leader also disappeared.

Because he knew.

If Sarutobi Ryo becomes the Fifth Hokage, it would mean that the entire Konoha would still be led by the Sarutobi clan and the Ino-Shika-Cho trio.

The interests of everyone are the same.

After a brief explanation, everyone decided that when the Fourth Hokage vote came, they would vote for Hatake Sakumo.

Hatake Sakumo has outstanding military achievements and is Sarutobi Ryo's teacher, so no matter how you look at it, he is one of their own, so there is no problem at all.

“By the way, Ryo-sama, there might be some problems with the Uchiha...”

Nara Shikaku mentioned.

Uchiha Fugaku died in battle, and the war has reached the stage of endgame.

The Uchiha, who have calmed down, may become restless.

Although Uchiha Yashiro, as a veteran ninja of three generations, can suppress others.

But in the long run, it won't be a good thing.

“That's simple.”

Sarutobi Ryo nodded, also having arrangements for this.

“I will personally make a trip to the Uchiha.”

Namikaze Minato brought back Uchiha Obito, and will most likely want to train Uchiha Obito to become the next successor.

And he has a different view.

Someone more outstanding and talented than Obito... Uchiha Itachi is the most suitable candidate.

Hearing Sarutobi Ryo nominate Uchiha Fugaku's son, Nara Shikaku was initially a little confused.

But when Sarutobi Ryo praised Itachi Uchiha's talent as being no less than the Sannin, at least at the level of Hatake Sakumo, surprise appeared on their faces.

Afterwards, Nara Shikaku and the others thought of Uchiha Fugaku's act of taking down the Third Raikage together, and they suddenly understood.

As expected... like father, like son.

“Then, Ryo-sama, we will give our full support to whatever you need next.”

The atmosphere was so harmonious that Nara Shikaku and the others were very happy.

Under Ryo-sama's leadership, Konoha's future will definitely be bright.

Chapter 96. Reunion with Mikoto

That afternoon, at the Uchiha clan compound.

Sarutobi Ryo quietly paid a visit.

The setting sun shone on the simple courtyard, covering it with a layer of orange light.

Sarutobi Ryo stared at the courtyard.

From the half-open door, he could see a figure sweeping the floor.

Uchiha Mikoto, dressed in black to mourn her late husband, looked slightly haggard.

Her pale face had a heart-stopping beauty because of her sorrow.

Counting the days, the forty-nine-day mourning period was coming to an end.

Before long, Uchiha Mikoto would take off this outfit and return to a normal life.

Sarutobi Ryo's eyes were fixed on her, until...

“Mother, we have a guest.”

Itachi, who was young but had an extraordinary perception, immediately spoke up to remind her.

Uchiha Mikoto, immersed in her thoughts, raised her eyes slightly and looked at the entrance of the courtyard: "Who is it?"

“Mikoto-fujin, sorry to bother you...”

Sarutobi Ryo gently pushed open the door and walked in.

Itachi, also dressed in black, stood near his mother, helping to sweep the courtyard.

Mikoto: "Ryo-sama?"

......

A moment later, Sarutobi Ryo entered the living room.

First, he respectfully paid his respects to Uchiha Fugaku's portrait.

After completing the etiquette, Sarutobi Ryo slowly sat down.

Across the low table, Sarutobi Ryo looked at the mother and son.

Because of his father's death, Itachi, at a young age, had to be forced to grow up, shoulder heavy responsibilities, and fulfill his duties as a man.

He tried his best to show proper etiquette, staying by his mother's side.

In Sarutobi Ryo's opinion, Uchiha Itachi was indeed intelligent, but after all, he was inexperienced.

His lack of experience was obvious to anyone at a glance.

“Ryo-sama, are you here... for the Uchiha clan's affairs?”

Uchiha Mikoto turned her mind and began to guess.

When Uchiha Fugaku was alive, she followed her husband in everything.

Now that her husband was dead, she could only manage the family and even... the clan on her own.

Her husband's death would inevitably lead to the election of a new captain of the police force.

No matter what everyone thinks, this is an ironclad fact of the future.

“Yes, Mikoto-fujin, I have several things to discuss this time, including the Uchiha clan's problem...”

Sarutobi Ryo cut to the chase.

First, he talked about the Hokage election.

The preparatory election ceremony for the Fourth Hokage has already begun.

During this preparation stage, the village will inform all the "Jonin" in the village.

Because only Jonin have the right to vote.

Then, the Jonin will begin to "nominate", putting slips of paper with names written on them into the suggestion box.

The Konoha high-level will eventually collect these slips of paper, which is considered a preliminary audition.

After this stage is completed, it will enter the next stage, which is... the formal election.

At that time, all Jonin will be present.

The Daimyo will also come to witness and vote together with the dignitaries of the Land of Fire.

Because the Daimyo's appointment is also an important item.

This matter is naturally also related to the Uchiha clan.

Because there are many Jonin within the Uchiha clan. After all, the Uchiha are known as an elite clan. They can produce many Jonin.

“This matter... should be discussed with Yashiro...”

Uchiha Mikoto said hesitantly.

After getting married, she became a full-time housewife and no longer performed missions.

And Yashiro is the second-in-command of the Uchiha clan...

“……”

Sarutobi Ryo shook his head, interrupting Uchiha Mikoto's hesitation.

“Mikoto-fujin, what I want to talk about is the future of the Uchiha 'clan'.”

Sarutobi Ryo emphasized the words "clan" in his tone.

Uchiha Mikoto blinked her eyes, making an expression of wanting to hear the details.

At the same time, she clapped her hands, signaling Itachi to leave.

Because the following conversation may involve secrets.

“No need, it's fine for Itachi to stay here...”

Sarutobi Ryo reached out to stop her.

“This matter is also related to Itachi.”

“?” Itachi widened his eyes slightly, wondering how it could be related to him.