Chapter 39: The plot of the rampage
“What did you just say?”
The Third Hokage said in disbelief. He led Konoha to win the second and third ninja world. After a great war, Orochimaru now asked him to abdicate while celebrating his victory in the Third Ninja War?
“It’s the same again, Mr. Sarutobi, I don’t want to discuss why Danzo can do so many crazy things, but still live well until now. I hope the reason for your abdication is Hokage’s. Too much power!"
Orochimaru knows very well that even though his prestige is comparable to that of the Third Hokage, he is more willing to believe in Orochimaru than Sarutobi Hiruzen, who has been the Hokage for decades. It's a minority.
Fortunately, Orochimaru had other options.
He does not need to prove that he can be stronger than the Sandaime as Hokage, he only needs to let interested people know that he is willing to transfer more rights to everyone.
“Nonsense!”
“The Sandaime is wise and powerful...”
“How dare you covet the position of Hokage!”
...
The shocked Konoha advisors and elders finally reacted at this time and scolded Orochimaru angrily, treating Orochimaru as a villain who wanted to usurp power and seize the throne and framed Danzo.
“Do you understand what you are saying?”
The Third Hokage had a cold face. Although he once had the idea of training Orochimaru as his successor, this did not mean that he could accept it. Orochimaru's shift to seize power.
If Orochimaru thought that he could compete for the position of Hokage because he was the hero of the Third Ninja War, then the Third Hokage would make Orochimaru understand how wrong he was.
"The first Hokage established the village so that his descendants could protect young children, but now there are even five-year-old genin appearing on the battlefield; the original intention of each ninja clan joining Konoha was to get the protection of the village, but now some people are using the village The power to persecute the ninjas in the village..."
Orochimaru said slowly, his voice was not loud, but the advisors and elders who yelled at him gradually closed their mouths.
The surrounding ninjas and villagers, especially those who had followed Orochimaru to the battlefield, were even more emotional.
Because Orochimaru said what countless people want to say but dare not say.
Even the Uchiha clan, who usually have a higher eye than the sky, fell into silence unconsciously when facing Orochimaru at this time.
"I understand, what you said is indeed very important. I will discuss it with the consultant elders later..."
The Third Hokage said solemnly.
At this time, he no longer regarded Orochimaru as a disciple who needed to be taught, but as a competitor who was competing with him for the position of Hokage.
"Discuss? Haven't you realized it until now, Sarutobi-sensei..."
The corners of Orochimaru's mouth raised slightly. Now that he has made up his mind to compete for the position of Hokage, what he did Naturally, preparation cannot be that simple.
The next moment facing countless villagers and ninjas, Orochimaru took a deep breath.
"I will swear to the first Hokage who founded Konoha. If I become Hokage, I will fix the term of Hokage. Starting from me, the term of each Hokage shall not exceed twenty years!"
< br>The third generation of Hokage changed his expression again, who made him the longest-serving Hokage. Although Sarutobi Hiruzen also had the idea of retiring before this, he never really said it out.
Many people even acquiesced that the Sandaime would be punished until death.
It would be fine if no one mentioned it, but now that Orochimaru has taken the initiative to propose that Hokage have term limits, he will be at a disadvantage no matter what he says.
"I will return the power to the re-elected elders who can truly represent the village, and only retain the power directly under the ANBU and the wartime commander!"
Orochimaru still said unhurriedly.
Now even the advisors and elders who stood firmly behind the Third Hokage were moved.
It is true that their influence is not small, but strictly speaking they only have the right to make suggestions to the Hokage. If the Hokage refuses to adopt them, they can only be spectators. Unless the Hokage's own prestige is insufficient, there is a need to compromise with these advisors and elders.
"I will open up all the ninjutsu collected in the village, and establish a system that allows all ninjas in the village to contribute in exchange for the ninjutsu they need!"
The ninjas who were originally just spectators and witnesses raised their heads, and some even He rubbed his ears subconsciously, suspecting that he heard something wrong.
If you can exchange your contribution for the ninjutsu you want, it is a dream for most ninjas.
"I will return the power to choose the next Hokage to all ninjas in Konoha, and all registered ninjas will vote to determine the position of Hokage!"
The cheers of countless people Everything was drowned in an instant, and the Third Hokage took off the hat that represented Hokage with a sad expression.
Even if the first generation is resurrected, it is impossible to prevent Orochimaru from becoming the fourth generation Hokage.
If it were the world before Polusalino traveled, especially those countries with electoral systems, the four things Orochimaru announced would probably not have even the slightest splash.
People have long been accustomed to the promises made by politicians, and no one will take the promises made during the election campaign as true.
However, for the Konoha Ninja Village, which has never experienced this, these four declared by Orochimaru are enough to determine the ownership of the Fourth Hokage.
The live broadcast ended here, but everyone in the chat group was still immersed in the deafening cheers of countless people.
[Kobayashi: It’s amazing, Orochimaru-san, so many people are cheering for him~]
[Haihara Ai: Indeed, but what I’m more curious about is, how did he think of doing this? 】
[A passer-by who wanted to hug Luo Feng’s thigh: Ah, this... really has nothing to do with me! ]
[Haihara Ai: You think too much, no one will think this has anything to do with you. 】
[Passers who want to hug Luo Feng’s thigh: Wait a minute! What do you mean? Obviously I have persuaded Boss Orochimaru! 】
[Fubuki: Oh? How did you persuade me? 】
[Passers who want to hug Luo Feng’s thigh: Ah this...]
[Porusalino: @Orochimaru would you mind expressing your thoughts? 】
[Orochimaru: Oh, just taking back what should belong to me. 】
Standing on the rooftop of the Hokage building, Orochimaru has put on the hat belonging to the Hokage and accepted the cheers from countless villagers and ninjas.
Perhaps in the eyes of others, it was unwise for Orochimaru to limit his power in this way.
But for Orochimaru, what he cared about was never the power he could gain after becoming Hokage.
"Long live Hokage-sama!"
"Lord Orochimaru!"
"Long live Konoha Village!"
...
At the end of the Third Ninja War, welcoming such a Hokage who is willing to delegate power and even actively limit his own power is something worth celebrating in the eyes of many Konoha ninjas. .
Whether they are ninjas from the ninja clan or civilian ninjas, they are all convinced by the fourth generation Hokage. Even the arrogant Uchiha, because Orochimaru seeks justice for their people, treats this newcomer. The Hokage was very grateful.
(End of this chapter)