Naruto: Off the Rails from Tsunade’s Lap Pillow!

"Lord Hokage."

Kurenai Yuhi bowed slightly and said, "The Daimyo has agreed that Natsume will become the Sixth Hokage."

"Didn't he come with you?"

Tsunade nodded and then asked, "Without the Daimyo's personal authorization, the Hokage cannot officially take office."

"The Daimyo wants to meet Natsume and hopes he will go to the Metropolis of the Land of Fire in person."

Kurenai Yuhi took out a letter and said, "This is the Daimyo's order."

"I see."

Tsunade tore open the envelope and quickly scanned it. There was nothing worth noting.

According to the convention, there was indeed no problem.

After all, the Daimyo was of noble status. Normally, it was the Hokage who should go to pay a visit.

"Thank you for your hard work, Kurenai."

Tsunade put away the order and smiled. "You can go now."

"It's my duty."

Kurenai Yuhi immediately replied, bowed again, and then turned around and left the Hokage's office.

"It seems you have to make a trip to the Metropolis of the Land of Fire."

Tsunade casually handed the order to Natsume, who was standing behind her.

"It's okay. I have the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b], so it won't take much time."

Natsume didn't even look at the order.

"Then prepare to convene a Jonin meeting."

Tsunade showed a relaxed expression on her face and said, "After being the Hokage for several years, I'm really exhausted. Really don't know how the old man managed to persevere and even find it enjoyable."

"Everyone has different pursuits."

Natsume smiled and said, "That's why you're so special, Sister."

"If you have time for flattery, you might as well go and inform the Jonin."

Although Tsunade's tone was quite disdainful, she seemed quite pleased on the surface.

"Okay."

Natsume nodded and headed to the next - door Hokage's secretary's office.

"Uncle Hizashi, could you tell the Jonin in Konoha there'll be a Jonin meeting the day after tomorrow morning? There is an important matter to announce."

"No problem!"

Hizashi Hyuga couldn't contain his inner joy, and his face became extremely bright.

He had learned from Hiashi Hyuga in advance that Natsume was about to become the Hokage and that he would be promoted to a Hokage advisor.

Now that it was confirmed, he naturally couldn't help himself.

Natsume glanced at him but didn't say anything.

He would deal with the [Caged Bird Seal] matter after he officially took office.

But it should be based on Hinata Hyuga's situation.

He just didn't know if Hinata Hyuga had the courage now.

Well, it seemed that he, as her teacher, had to teach her well.

Time passed quickly.

Two days flashed by in an instant.

In the meeting hall of the Hokage Building.

It was already full of people.

Most of the Jonin knew nothing about what was going to happen next.

Only a few who had received the news in advance were relatively calm.

"The Third, why are you here?"

As Hiruzen Sarutobi entered the noisy meeting hall, the atmosphere suddenly changed.

Since Tsunade took office, he had been living a leisurely life at home, not interfering in any of Konoha's affairs and naturally not participating in any meetings.

His sudden appearance today undoubtedly implied that something big was about to happen.

This made some Jonin feel extremely uneasy, afraid that it had something to do with them.

The Third, Hiruzen Sarutobi, although he has retired, his seat is definitely in the front row.

Originally, Natsume sat in the center, but now he has taken that place.

"Kosuke, long time no see."

"Lord Third."

Kosuke Maruboshi responded calmly.

"We've known each other for so long. Now I'm just an ordinary ninja. You can just call me Hiruzen."

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said, "I never thought you'd be willing to take the position of the Konoha Police Force Minister."

Of course, what he really didn't expect even more was the transformation of the Konoha Police Force carried out by Tsunade and Natsume.

How should he put it?

It's truly a stroke of genius.

They had taken back a private armed force that originally belonged to the Uchiha clan into the hands of the Hokage.

Moreover, the conflicts with the villagers had also been resolved.

"It's nothing. Since Konoha needs me, I'll naturally do my part."

Kosuke Maruboshi's face darkened slightly, and he asked, "Did you come here specifically to oppose it today?"

As the minister of the Konoha Police Force, he was naturally one of the Konoha high - ups, so he also knew the purpose of this Jonin meeting.

"Is that what you think of me?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled bitterly upon hearing this.

Although he really couldn't let go in the past, he had no other thoughts now.

"That's good."

Kosuke Maruboshi glanced at him and said, "After all, you're no longer the Hokage. Don't interfere in Konoha's affairs anymore."

"You think so highly of Natsume?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was a little surprised and said, "Although he's quite powerful, he's still young and prone to making mistakes."

"It's not that I think highly of him. It's from personal experience."

Kosuke Maruboshi shook his head and said.

He has witnessed Natsume's performance as the Assistant to the Hokage over the past few years.

He was much more experienced and decisive than Hiruzen Sarutobi.

He could even handle the trivial matters of the Konoha Police Force in an orderly manner.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had never worked with Natsume, only heard some rumors.

So he didn't quite understand Kosuke Maruboshi's answer.

At the same time, he felt a bit jealous.

Old buddy, you didn't talk like this when I was in office.

Not far away, Might Guy nudged Kakashi Hatake and asked, "What should we do now that Lord Third has taken Natsume's seat?"

This chapter is not over!

"Don't you know?"

Kakashi Hatake looked at him with his dead - fish eyes and asked, "You're a member of the Hokage's bodyguard team. Don't you read the documents?"

"You know me. I feel sleepy as soon as I see those documents."

Might Guy showed his shiny teeth and said, "I can't waste my youth on this!"

"Is that why you turn the office into a gym?"

Kakashi Hatake sighed and said, "Just wait. You'll know soon."

He doesn't tell Might Guy now because this guy is a big mouth.

Then everyone would know.

Kurenai Yuhi on the side pursed her lips and smiled.

Two interesting guys.

In fact, she was also very shocked when she first found out.

Considering Tsunade's age, it's perfectly reasonable for her to serve as Hokage for a few more years.

Passing on the position to Natsume at that time would seem more appropriate.

At present, Natsume does seem too young.

Kurenai Yuhi took a deep breath. No matter what, the outcome was already set.

As a bodyguard of the Fifth Hokage, she only hoped that Natsume would make good arrangements for them.

After all, every new leader brings in his own people.

She had experienced the benefits of being a Hokage's bodyguard. Losing that status suddenly would be quite uncomfortable.

As all the Jonin arrived, the meeting hall was almost full.

Soon, Tsunade pushed the door open and entered.

Natsume silently followed behind her.

"Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to come here," Tsunade sat at the head of the table, her hands crossed, and said seriously, "There's only one thing on the agenda today: to vote for a new Hokage."

"What?"

"A new Hokage?"

"What's going on?"

The crowd below began to murmur, all showing expressions of surprise and shock.

Compared to Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had remained in the position despite his advanced age, Tsunade's decision to step down now seemed rather premature.

"Quiet," Tsunade said slowly, "I've passed my prime as a ninja and feel tired. It's time for the young to take over."

It was an obvious lie.

Some Jonin who had intended to speak up suddenly noticed something amiss.

All the clan leaders of the major ninja clans had remained very quiet and hadn't voiced any opinions.

For a moment, the meeting hall fell into a somewhat awkward silence.

After all, those who had reached the rank of Jonin were mostly intelligent people.

"Now, let's start proposing candidates for Hokage," Tsunade scanned the room with her eyes and asked calmly, "Personally, I recommend Natsume. If anyone else has a candidate, you can raise your hand and speak up."

"I recommend Asuma Sarutobi," an impatient voice rang out.

It was the current clan leader of the Shimura clan.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart skipped a beat.

This wasn't what he had intended.

Due to Danzo Shimura's defection, the Shimura clan's reputation had greatly declined. They couldn't support a ninja from their own clan, so they turned to support their former ally, the Sarutobi clan.

Hiruzen Sarutobi instinctively wanted to stop him but hesitated for a couple of seconds.

He had to admit that those words had stirred his thoughts.

Just then, many Jonin echoed the suggestion.

These were all ninjas who had received favors from Hiruzen Sarutobi or agreed with his Will of Fire.

In other words, they were his old subordinates.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's mood became even more solemn.

If he refused now, it would inevitably hurt their loyalty.

But if he didn't refuse, Asuma Sarutobi's chances were slim.

Even though he had tried to pave the way.

It can be said that everything is in place, just waiting for the right moment.

However, with his retirement, Asuma couldn't compare to Natsume, who was currently in the limelight.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was about to say something but held his tongue. In the end, he remained silent.

It wouldn't hurt to give it a try.

After all, with Tsunade's personality, she wouldn't make things difficult for Asuma Sarutobi.

"Any more suggestions?" Tsunade frowned slightly, almost imperceptibly.

She was very annoyed right now.

Suddenly, Asuma Sarutobi popped up and messed up her plan.

I wonder if Hiruzen Sarutobi is fanning the flames behind the scenes?

Old man, don't think I won't get angry.

Natsume is not just my student.

No one can take his place.

"If there are no objections, let's start voting now."

Tsunade waved her hand and said, "Hizashi, collect the data."

It didn't take long.

The data was out.

Natsume overwhelmingly defeated Asuma Sarutobi.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed. As he expected.

His last bit of hope was forced to be extinguished.

"Natsume."

Tsunade turned around, her eyes full of love, and showed a gentle smile. "From today on, you are the Sixth Hokage."

"Yeah."

Natsume resisted the urge to hug her and nodded. "I'll do my best."

[Because of your actions, Tsunade's destiny has changed. You have gained 90 destiny value.]

[Because of your actions, Kakashi Hatake's destiny has changed. You have gained 80 destiny value.]

Tsunade put away her smile and became serious again, facing the people in the meeting hall.

Apart from a few who seemed unconvinced, most had accepted the result.

"If there are no objections, announce it to the public. After Natsume meets the Daimyo, we'll hold the succession ceremony."

"Yes!"

Everyone replied in unison.

The Anbu members, who had been prepared, set off one after another. Within ten minutes, they had plastered notices all over Konoha.

"How boring!"

Naruto Uzumaki put his hands behind his head and said impatiently, "It's been so many days. Why hasn't Teacher Natsume come to us?"

This chapter is not over yet!

Sasuke Uchiha remained silent and didn't answer.

He was still thinking about the previous spar.

Since they started training together, the number of spars had gradually increased.

But nine times out of ten, he lost, and the remaining one was a draw.

Sasuke Uchiha thought it was because of chakra.

Every time he was exhausted, but Naruto Uzumaki was always full of energy, as if he had endless stamina.

It made him doubt his life.

"Sasuke, there seems to be some commotion."

Naruto Uzumaki pointed to the notice board in front.

There was already a crowd gathered there.

"Not interested."

Sasuke Uchiha glanced at it and said coldly.

"Come on, let's go and have a look!"

Naruto Uzumaki pulled him excitedly and squeezed into the crowd.

"The Sixth Hokage, Natsume?!"

He gasped in surprise and then became dejected. "Teacher Natsume got there first!"

"..."

Sasuke Uchiha was a bit speechless.

If this guy had the same intelligence in battle as he does in normal times, he would have won countless times.

Unfortunately, it was impossible.

Once in battle, Naruto Uzumaki would become extremely sharp, as if he were a natural ninja.

"Sasuke!"

Naruto Uzumaki got excited again and asked, "Now that Teacher Natsume is the Hokage, can we take on high - level missions?"

"Idiot!"

Sasuke Uchiha turned around and left.

Natsume becoming the Hokage was far from that simple.

As the students of the Hokage, their lives are bound to undergo various changes.

In a sense, it is beneficial to him.

After all, complex struggles can accelerate a person's growth.

Sasuke Uchiha suddenly thought of Itachi Uchiha.

He used to be a staunch defender of the Hokage regime.

The news that Natsume was appointed as the Sixth Hokage not only spread in Konoha but also reached the ninja world at an extremely fast speed.

Sunagakure Village.

Some ruins.

Danzo Shimura opened his eyes.

He looked at the endless desert and thought of Konoha Village again.

What a scenic place it was!

Once, he was the Assistant to the Hokage, second only to the Hokage and above all others, but he didn't know how to cherish it.

Now he can only regret it.

"Lord Danzo."

A young ninja suddenly appeared in front of him.

"What's up?"

Danzo Shimura glanced at him and asked, "Is the seal undone?"

"Not yet."

The young ninja shook his head and said, "Lord Kazekage has brought you an interesting piece of news."

"What is it?"

Danzo Shimura said indifferently, "I hope you won't waste my time."

"Natsume is about to become the Sixth Hokage."

The young ninja said.

"What did you say?"

Danzo Shimura's face suddenly changed. He asked, "Are you sure this is true? Natsume isn't even twenty. How can he become the Hokage?"

"Absolutely true."

Actually, the young ninja didn't believe it either, but he had confirmed it with the spy in Konoha Village, and it was indeed true.

"Is Konoha crazy? Letting a kid become the Hokage?"

Danzo Shimura's face was full of unwillingness.

He couldn't understand.

Why did Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hiashi Hyuga, Shikaku Nara and others agree to such an outrageous appointment?

Since you can recognize Natsume, why didn't you choose me back then?

I admit that I'm not as good as Minato Namikaze and Tsunade.

But am I still inferior to a kid?

Danzo Shimura tightly grasped his walking stick, and a fierce killing intent flashed in his eyes.

He took a deep breath and said, "I need to see Lord Kazekage."

Four thousand words.

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