NOVEL WEB Chapter 30: ch30
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After Tobirama Senju's burial, the election of the Third Hokage quickly became a priority. The Uchiha and Hyuga clans jointly invited all major families in Konoha to a meeting to discuss the matter.
The Senju clan was, of course, invited. They had to attend this meeting; if they dared not to come, Uchiha Nan could announce the succession of the Third Hokage the next day, and it would be unanimously accepted.
In the meeting room, the patriarchs of each family attended promptly, some bringing senior family members with them, quickly filling the room.
"Since the Second Hokage has been buried, Konoha cannot remain leaderless. It's time to elect the Third Hokage to lead Konoha forward," Hinata Takuma declared.
After he spoke, all eyes turned to Uzumaki Mito.
"Before Tobirama died, he selected the Third Hokage for Konoha," Uzumaki Mito stated.
The audience was unsurprised; Uchiha Nan had already spread this news throughout Konoha.
"That person is Sarutobi Hiruzen."
The room fell silent. The clan leaders had considered Sarutobi Hiruzen's nomination a joke, not to be taken seriously.
They hadn't expected Uzumaki Mito to actually propose it in the meeting. Even the suggestion of Senju Momoma would have been more acceptable, as most acknowledged his qualifications for Hokage.
As for Sarutobi Hiruzen? Ridiculous!
"Mito-sama, isn't Sarutobi Hiruzen unsuitable? Can he really be Konoha's Hokage?" Hyuga Takuma frowned, voicing his opinion tactfully, not wishing to embarrass Mito publicly.
"I agree with the Hyuga clan leader's opinion!"
"I agree!"
Hyuga Takuma's words resonated, sparking opposition and creating a one-sided situation.
"Quiet, quiet!"
Uzumaki Mito frowned, halting the arguments in the room, then spoke calmly:
"Regardless, this is the Third Hokage chosen by Tobirama. Let Sarutobi Hiruzen stand and speak his piece."
Uzumaki Mito signaled Sarutobi Hiruzen; the stage was set for him to perform.
Sarutobi Hiruzen, seated next to Sasuke Sarutobi, felt invigoratedāit was time to shine!
He had rehearsed this scene countless times in his mind, with a script ready.
Lately, he had pondered Konoha's future. If he became Hokage, how would he restore Konoha's strength and balance relations with other ninja villages?
Most importantly, he focused on Konoha's Will of Fire. Where Konoha dances, the fire never stops!
This was the Will of Fire he gleaned from Senju Tobirama's self-sacrifice.
Sarutobi Hiruzen aimed to change the current situation with a speech about the Will of Fire, convincing everyone to give him a chance.
He steeled himself, stepping to the center of the room, ready to speak.
"Everyone, the future of Konoha..."
Sarutobi Hiruzen began his impassioned speech.
But Uchiha Nan had no interest in Sarutobi Hiruzen's rhetoric. The clan leaders present were practical; the Will of Fire was just a nice idea, not a treasure.
Uchiha Nan glanced at Uchiha Inahiro beside him.
Inahiro, now's the time to showcase the skills you learned from me!
"Be energetic, don't embarrass us!"
"You've trained hard!"
Uchiha Nan encouraged Inahiro, who gave him a reassuring nod. Just Sarutobi Hiruzen?
How dare he spout nonsense here?
"Hey!"
"Sarutobi Hiruzen!"
"Shut your mouth!"
"You're from a small family, a coward who fled the battlefieldāwhat right do you have to speak here?"
"Want to be Hokage?"
"I tell you, no chance!"
Uchiha Inahiro stepped forward, interrupting Sarutobi Hiruzen, catching him off guard.
"Hahahaha!!!"
Uchiha Nan laughed heartily. Inahiro, you're a real talent.
I'll reward you with two kilograms of sweet potato casserole later.
This was brilliantly executed, just as I taught you.
Uchiha Nan's arrogant laughter filled the room, and clan leaders joined in.
Who cared about Sarutobi Hiruzen's words? They were just humoring Uzumaki Mito.
Everyone present knew the reality. Only the Senju and Uchiha clans had a shot at Hokage.
They awaited the Uchiha clan's stance. With their clear position, everyone could now laugh freely.
What qualifications did Sarutobi Hiruzen have to discuss Konoha's future?
Laughter and mockery echoed, leaving Sarutobi Hiruzen embarrassed and speechless. It was his first time facing such humiliation.
And the attendees were all higher-ranking clan leaders.
Sarutobi Hiruzen wished for the ground to swallow him, glaring at Uchiha Inahiro. If looks could kill, Inahiro would be in pieces.
Indeed, the Uchiha were inherently evil!
The teacher was right; such a family shouldn't be in Konoha!
Sarutobi Hiruzen vowed to teach the Uchiha a lesson someday.
Uzumaki Mito frowned, disappointed in Sarutobi Hiruzen. Could he not handle such a minor setback?
The Uchiha hadn't even started yet!
"I, the head of the Uchiha clan, have always seen it as my duty to protect Konoha. I believe I'm more suitable for the Third Hokage position!"
"But Sarutobi Hiruzen, since Tobirama appointed you as the Third Hokage, you must have some merit!"
"I'll give you a chance. If you beat me, I can endorse you as the Third Hokage on behalf of the Uchiha clan!"
Uchiha Nan stood, revealing his ambition.
The laughter ceased. The true contest for Third Hokage had begun.
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked to Uzumaki Mito, hoping she'd intervene. She had promised to handle the Uchiha.
But Sarutobi Hiruzen was destined for disappointment. To Uzumaki Mito, he was merely a pawn to test Uchiha Nan's strength.
She didn't even glance at him, stating coldly:
"Hiruzen, accept the challenge!"
"If you wish to be Hokage, you must have the strength to match!"
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