Chapter 675 Mu Yue is the one everyone expects
"How could my Five-Escape Continuous Bullet..."
Sarutobi Hiruzen opened his eyes suddenly and looked around subconsciously, only to realize that he was at home and not fighting Soyousuke.
"Phew, I actually had a nightmare."
Sarutobi Hiruzen took a deep breath and exhaled it, then stretched out his hand to rub his forehead, which made him feel better.
Then Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at the clock and saw that the time was just a little earlier than his usual time to get up, so he simply got up.
After washing up and finishing breakfast, Sarutobi Hiruzen went directly to the Hokage's office and started working.
"I'm going to tell Mu Yue about Soyousuke's affairs at noon today." Sarutobi Hiruzen thought after processing a few documents.
No matter what, Mu Yue is Konoha's Hokage assistant.
It's understandable that he just came back yesterday and was in a mixed mood and didn't say anything. It would be outrageous to keep putting it off. He couldn't hide such important information just for the sake of face.
Boom boom.
At this time, there was a knock on the door of the Hokage's office.
"Enter."
Minato Namikaze pushed open the wooden door and walked into the Hokage's office, "Sandaime-sama."
"It's Minato, what's the matter?" Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pen and asked.
"I'm here to report on my work with you, regarding the recent identification of special jounin." Namikaze Minato explained.
In particular, Jonin is a very special group.
The original intention of Konoha to establish this level was to promote talents who were not strong enough or who did not meet the official Jonin standards, but who had special talents.
But with development, an unspoken rule was gradually added. Even if you don't have special talents, you can be promoted to a special jounin if you have enough merit and qualifications.
Now that the war is over, it is natural to promote a group of meritorious old chuunin.
Otherwise, based on the high standards of Konoha's jounin, most ninjas would have no need to struggle when they reach chunin, because they will never be promoted to jounin.
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked like he was listening.
This is not a trivial matter, especially if you are a jounin, you are also a jounin. It is very difficult to be promoted based on merit.
"Well, you did a good job." After hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded.
Unlike Jiraiya, the teacher, Namikaze Minato is a ninja that Sarutobi Hiruzen considers to be second only to Muzuki in reliability.
Namikaze Minato smiled modestly and prepared to leave.
Then Sarutobi Hiruzen thought of something and stopped Namikaze Minato.
"I see that there has been a lot of discussion in the village recently about the Fourth Generation. Some people think it is better for the Sannin to succeed, while others support young ninjas like Mu Yue.
Minato, your teacher is Jiraiya, and Mozuki is also your friend. What do you think about this? "Sarutobi Hiruzen asked curiously.
In fact, he mainly wanted to ask what he thought of Mu Yue, because Jiraiya didn't want to be Hokage at all, but that was too deliberate.
Namikaze Minato stopped and turned back to look at Sarutobi Hiruzen, showing a serious thinking expression, and then said:
"I think Mu Yue is more suitable to become Hokage."
His teacher, Minato Namikaze, knew it all too well. Jiraiya didn't want to be Hokage, nor was he suitable to be Hokage. It was hard for Minato Namikaze to imagine Jiraiya being Hokage.
Tsunade suffers from hemophobia. Unless Tsunade overcomes this, Namikaze Minato feels that Tsunade is not suitable to become Hokage.
The Hokage rarely fights in person, and there is no need to do so. And when it comes to the stage where the Hokage is required to fight, the Hokage's combat effectiveness will be very important. How can he fight if he has hemophobia.
As for Orochimaru, Namikaze Minato felt inferior to Mugetsu.
Mu Yue has the wood style of Thousand Arms Pillars. Although Mu Yue is not of any family's bloodline, she is extremely orthodox. This is a victory.
Mu Yue has the strength to surpass Orochimaru, and defeated the Fourth Kazekage at extremely fast speed on the battlefield, which was his second victory.
Among the three battles, Mu Yue was the most accomplished ninja in Konoha, and this was a three-win victory.
Namikaze Minato felt that as long as he was willing to think about it, he could help Mu Yue win ten games, because Mu Yue was really good.
"It seems that Minato, you are very optimistic about Mu Yue being the Hokage." Listening to Namikaze Minato's serious expression on Mu Yue's advantages, Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed.
"Maybe you two will compete in the future. Some people in the village are very optimistic about you."
Judging from the inheritance of the sect, Minato Namikaze is the direct descendant of the Hokage. If it develops for a few more years, his reputation may surpass that of the Sannin.
It is impossible to surpass Mu Yue. There are many similarities between the two sides, and Mu Yue is so much stronger. When facing Mu Yue, most people will not choose Namikaze Minato.
"Then I will probably lose miserably." Namikaze Minato smiled.
You can't blame others for this. If Mu Yue becomes the fourth generation candidate, Namikaze Minato himself would like to vote for Mu Yue.
If he really wants to compete with Namikaze Minato, he will not surrender, but with his current ability, he is indeed no match for Mu Yue, who can lead Konoha further.
Looking at Namikaze Minato with a gentle face, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but think of Shimura Danzo.
Why could Minato Namikaze say such things so calmly, but Danzo Shimura had such a deep obsession even after he did not become the Third Hokage.
Does this official have to be Hokage to be considered great?
"Sandaime-sama, if there is nothing else, I will go back to work first."
Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and watched Namikaze Minato leave.
Five minutes later, Sarutobi Hiruzen put down his pipe, exhaled thick smoke, and called the ANBU at the door: "Invite the two advisors here."
He is indeed not suitable to continue to be Hokage, and he actually has nightmares related to Soyousuke.
Konoha needs a strong and confident young ninja more than him, an old wrongdoer.
For the sake of Mu Yue, who is loved by everyone, let him go his own way again.
"Hiruzhan, is there something..."
"I want to resign as Hokage and start the election of the Fourth Hokage." Sarutobi Hiruzen interrupted directly.
Mito Kaden and Koharu were dumbfounded. They thought about this all night?
"Hiruzhan, this is a serious matter..."
Mito Kadoyan still wanted to persuade but was interrupted by Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"Calling one's position when working." Hiruzen Sarutobi tapped his finger on the table.
Mito Monoyan was a little helpless, but this was also in line with the rules. He couldn't say anything, so he had to change his words:
"Sandaime, the war has just ended. Konoha needs you to preside over the overall situation and maintain stability. Four years. I support the election of a new Hokage after four years."
After going to bed, Koharu also tried to persuade him, but Sarutobi Hiruzen remained unmoved.
"I am the Hokage!" Hiruzen Sarutobi said forcefully.
Mito Kadoen was speechless, realizing Sarutobi Hiruzen's determination. "Have you forgotten the consequences of going your own way? You will regret it."
I moved to Xiaochun's bed to make a final effort.
"I am determined to have my own way, but Muyue is the one everyone expects." Sarutobi Hiruzen said meaningfully.
Koharu and Mito Monobu fell into silence when they went to bed.
"Six years, within six years, I will ensure that your positions will not be affected."
Six years later, they will be sixty years old. They are considered old in the ninja industry. They should retire and give opportunities to newcomers.
"Let's discuss the election." Mito Menyan said.
The three of them discussed together until noon, and then Sarutobi Hiruzen asked the ANBU to inform Muyue to go to the conference room for a meeting.
He originally wanted to talk to Mu Yue about Sosuke at noon, but the high-level meeting was more important at the moment, so Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to finish the meeting before talking.
In the conference room.
When all four senior executives arrived, Sarutobi Hiruzen said:
"This meeting is mainly to determine the election of the fourth generation Hokage."
When saying this, Sarutobi Hiruzen glanced at Mu Yue in particular.
"Electing the fourth generation now?" Mu Yue was a little surprised.
It's not that Mu Yue is narcissistic. If he chooses Hokage at this time, it can only be because Sarutobi Hiruzen wants him to be Hokage.
After thinking about it carefully, Mu Yue felt it was reasonable.
Because of his persistence, Konoha did not lose anything this time. Sarutobi Hiruzen's mistake was not a big one, at least not to the extent that he would have to resign as Hokage.
But one thing must be taken into consideration. He performed too well, and Hiruzen Sarutobi trusted him very much. In this case, it was normal for Hiruzen Sarutobi to want to let him succeed him in advance.
"I almost made a big mistake, and I am no longer suitable to continue to be Hokage." Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a slight sigh.
Since it was a high-level meeting, Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't say much, except for a brief explanation of his motivations for re-electing Hokage.
"What do you think about the fourth generation nominee?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, looking around.
He was going to pass it on to Mu Yue, but the process could not be his direct order, and then Mu Yue would become Hokage, but it would have to be done through elections.
The reason why Senju Tobirama could be passed on to him directly was because it was a very critical war period, and special matters were dealt with.
It goes against tradition to directly pass on the throne during peacetime. The first Hokage of Konoha was the result of a joint vote by all Konoha people.
"I think Auxiliary Mu Yue is qualified and capable to serve as the fourth generation head, and can be one of the nominees." Mito Monen said.
What he most hoped for was Sarutobi Hiruzen, but since he had to choose, he would definitely choose the best one.
"Assistant Mu Yue has repeatedly accomplished extraordinary feats on the battlefield, I agree." Xiaochun nodded in approval as he went to bed.
Mu Yue sat silently and said nothing. In fact, he wanted to say that I had an opinion and I disagreed with it, but this was about his own nomination and he could not express his opinion.
"Then the first nomination has been confirmed like this, is there anything else?" Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and continued to ask.
Since it is an election, there cannot be only one candidate, otherwise there would be no choice.
"I think Orochimaru also has the ability to become Hokage and can be one of the nominees for the fourth generation." Koharu suggested.
There are only a few people in Konoha who are qualified to become Hokage candidates. Neither Tsunade nor Jiraiya wants to be Hokage. It doesn't look good to be forced to be nominated as a candidate. It can only be Orochimaru.
"Orochimaru has been fighting for Konoha on the battlefield all year round. His hard work has earned him great achievements. I agree." Mito Kadenen agreed.
"With Orochimaru's qualifications and strength, he is indeed enough to serve as the fourth generation, I agree." Mu Yue also nodded.
After all, he is his partner, so give him some face.
"Then the second nomination will be Orochimaru." Sarutobi Hiruzen made the decision.
"I think Minato should also be nominated. He has outstanding abilities and has made a lot of contributions to the village." Mu Yue thought for a while and said.
Muyue has no idea about Hokage, but in the current situation, Muyue doesn't want to be Hokage, and there are many people begging him to be Hokage. Even if he wants to be Hokage, it may not be useful, and it may not be possible to force Minato Namikaze to do so. accept.
He nominated Namikaze Minato not to let Hokage, but to give Namikaze Minato further opportunities.
If Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others do not refuse Namikaze Minato to be nominated, then Namikaze Minato will be equivalent to having a real alternate Hokage status, and his status will become different.
If Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others refuse, then Mu Yue promotes Minato Namikaze to a high-level position, and it will be difficult for Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others to refuse again.
"Minato is indeed outstanding, but there is something wrong with the nomination. Compared to Mugetsu, he is still lacking." Mito Katoen and Sarutobi Hiruzen made eye contact for a while and said.
There is no clear limit for Hokage nominations to only two people. There is no problem if Mu Yue wants to nominate another person, but this person cannot be Namikaze Minato.
It's not that they have any problem with Minato Namikaze, it's that there is a slight problem with Minato Namikaze's qualifications.
Although Mugetsu is as young as Namikaze Minato, Mugetsu's achievements are exaggerated. He has turned the tide of the battle many times and captured thousands of Kirigakure ninjas by himself.
Namikaze Minato's excellence is not enough to make up for his qualifications. If Namikaze Minato is nominated, it will definitely cause dissatisfaction among some senior jounin who have many achievements on the battlefield.
Although their performance in the Third Ninja War was not as good as Namikaze Minato, they also made meritorious service in the Second Ninja War. Overall, they are not too different. Why can Namikaze Minato be nominated?
Even if he is not selected in the end, this is considered as having almost become the Fourth Hokage, which is an honor and recognition for many Konoha ninjas.
"Minato still needs to practice more, Naruto is too early for him." Koharu also expressed his position after sleeping.
"Then Mozuki and Orochimaru are still tentatively selected. Does anyone else want to nominate? If not, the nominees will be determined." Sarutobi Hiruzen continued to ask.
After going to bed, Koharu and Mito Monohan shook their heads.
The three of them had already discussed it, nominating Mu Yue and Orochimaru, Orochimaru would be the companion, and no one else would be nominated at all.
"I have no objection." Mu Yue replied.
His purpose has been achieved.
"Now that we have reached an agreement, we will convene a Jonin meeting in one week to formally vote on the Yondaime election."
There are two rounds of voting. The first round is the Jonin voting. Although the number of people is small, the weight is very large, accounting for about 40% of the overall voting. The winner can basically lock the position of Hokage.
The second round is the middle genin vote and the ordinary people's vote, each accounting for 30%.
The voting is not over yet, there is a meeting to be held with the Daimyo and senior officials from the Fire Nation.
The daimyo must personally confirm that there are no problems before he can determine who will be the Hokage. Finally, the Hokage's succession ceremony will be officially held for handover.
Of course, this is basically a process, and the daimyo will not reject the candidates given by Konoha.
On the surface, Konoha is just the military force of the Country of Fire, but in fact Konoha is a country within a country, and the daimyo has no control over Konoha at all.
PS: The existence of famous names in the original work is quite subtle. Sometimes it feels like they have a high status, but in fact it’s just that.
Danzo even dared to openly threaten during meetings.
(End of chapter)