Master, Please Become a Hokage

He could tolerate the Leaf's higher-ups plotting against him in the past.

But now, he was the Hokage, and he cared more about everyone in the village.

This matter... could absolutely not be left at that.

A secret discussion began.

Uchiha Mikoto, as Uchiha Fugaku's representative, managed the clan's various affairs.

There was naturally no problem in consulting with her.

To prevent Danzo from potentially attacking Uchiha Mikoto.

Sarutobi Ryo suggested... transferring Uchiha Mikoto to a safe place.

And where was the safest place in the entire Leaf Village? It was undoubtedly his own manor.

Sarutobi Ryo, who had long since turned his manor into a fortress, could protect Uchiha Mikoto very well until she gave birth.

Calculating Uchiha Mikoto's due date, there were still about 7 months left.

She was nearly 3 months pregnant.

After properly settling Uchiha Mikoto, the remaining task was to gather evidence.

When the time was right, he would strike Danzo with lightning speed, pulling him down in one fell swoop.

And Danzo's downfall would also thoroughly shock Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura.

Thus, they could also promote new Leaf higher-ups.

Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and the others... it was time for them to retire and enjoy their twilight years.

Sarutobi Ryo thought to himself.

......

Soon, the three who had finished their discussion began to take action.

Hatake Sakumo returned to the Hokage Building.

Uchiha Mikoto was escorted all the way by Sarutobi Ryo to his manor.

Uchiha Shisui was waiting in the living room.

Upon seeing Itachi's mother arrive, he breathed a sigh of relief, knowing Young Master Sarutobi Ryo's arrangements.

After settling Uchiha Mikoto in the detached courtyard.

Uchiha Shisui began to inquire about the next course of action.

"Shisui, you must not show any animosity towards the higher-ups... it's easy for them to notice..."

Once Uchiha Shisui showed emotions like hatred or anger.

Danzo and the others would notice.

At that time, he might be assassinated.

He had to act as if nothing had happened.

"I understand."

Uchiha Shisui was stunned, then nodded.

It was understandable for young people to be vigorous and impetuous, but it depended on the timing.

After overthrowing Danzo and the others, it wouldn't be too late to show his true feelings then.

After Shisui left.

Sarutobi Ryo thought for a moment, there were still many things he could do with the remaining preparation time.

For example... telling Tsunade and the others about this matter.

Telling Nara Shikaku and the others...

Letting them see Danzo's true colors.

Oh, and there was Jiraiya too.

Jiraiya was the Leaf ninja who could least tolerate others plotting against the Leaf or harming their own people.

Once the righteous Jiraiya knew about this, he would definitely stand on his side.

Taking advantage of this gap, he could also win over Orochimaru.

Orochimaru was eager to clear his name from Danzo, this moment... was a good opportunity to give him a chance to clear his name.

When the time came... everyone would be on my side.

How could you old geezers fight me?

Sarutobi Ryo was full of confidence in the future of the Leaf...

That night.

Sarutobi Ryo personally delivered food to Uchiha Mikoto.

Itachi, who learned that his mother had moved in, also came here...

Chapter 144. Midnight, Helping Mikoto Regulate Chakra

Itachi, who still didn't know what had happened, was still somewhat ignorant.

He looked at his mother's bulging belly, looking forward to his younger brother's birth.

There were still about 7 months left until his mother's due date.

In these six months, he would take good care of his mother.

"No matter what, Mother is also a ninja..."

Uchiha Mikoto said with a smile.

She didn't need her son's care.

After all, she was a Leaf Jonin.

She possessed sufficient physical qualities to take care of herself.

"Itachi, some things have happened within the Uchiha clan... so your mother has moved over..."

Sarutobi Ryo spoke ambiguously.

Itachi, who had been instilled with this idea in advance, also understood that only by becoming a formal ninja could he participate in the clan's regular meetings.

So, what he could do at the moment was to cultivate well.

Strive to graduate quickly after enrolling next year and become a Genin.

After Itachi left.

Only Sarutobi Ryo and Mikoto were left in the room.

After placing the dinner on the table, Sarutobi Ryo chatted with Uchiha Mikoto for a few more words.

The detached courtyard here was quite quiet, and no one would disturb them.

"For entering and exiting, I will activate the barrier and set a password..."

Sarutobi Ryo informed Uchiha Mikoto of the barrier's password.

This way, others would not be able to break into here.

Of course, Nohara Rin also knew the password, and Tsunade would also know it later.

Because they would periodically diagnose Uchiha Mikoto.

Uchiha Mikoto nodded, very grateful for Sarutobi Ryo's thoughtfulness.

"Then, Madam Mikoto, I won't disturb you any further..."

After informing Uchiha Mikoto of the location of the bathroom, kitchen... and other suites, Sarutobi Ryo left.

Standing at the door, watching Sarutobi Ryo's back disappear into the night.

Uchiha Mikoto couldn't help but sigh, the Uchiha clan had really encountered a benefactor...

Then, in the next six months, she would definitely be able to wait peacefully until giving birth...

Uchiha Mikoto returned to the house, looked at the exquisite side dishes, and soon began dinner.

After finishing dinner, she entered the bathroom, washed up, and then returned to the bedroom and turned off the lights.

Sleepiness surged, and for some reason, she was particularly tired today.

This feeling was like being treated with medical ninjutsu by Miss Rin...

Thinking like this, Uchiha Mikoto tilted her head and quickly fell into a dream.

I don't know how long has passed...

Outside was silent.

The entire manor, the entire Leaf Village was immersed in the darkness.

With the swaying of shadows.

A figure quietly came here.

Forming hand seals with one hand, using the password to pass through the barrier.

Sarutobi Ryo slowly came to the living room, and then followed the fluttering of chakra and entered the bedroom.

Creak...

The door opened.

In the bedroom, Uchiha Mikoto was lying on the brand new bedding.

Between her eyebrows, there was a hint of sorrow, presumably due to her longing for her deceased husband.

But at the same time, there was also a slight smile on the corner of her mouth, apparently due to her expectations for the Uchiha clan's beautiful future.

The mixture of these two emotions, expressed on her beautiful cheeks, formed a unique and beautiful scenery.

Of course, the most eye-catching thing was her graceful figure.

Because she was pregnant, some places were slightly plump.

Sarutobi Ryo's breathing became slightly heavier.

His gaze fell on her bulging belly.

Three months pregnant.

Her abdomen was just beginning to take shape.

Sarutobi Ryo thought.

Sasuke's birth was still a fact of fate.

The circulation of Indra's chakra must also be no exception.

However...

After all, many things were different.

The course of facts had been changed.

And as one of the future saviors.

Sasuke's importance was self-evident.