radicalducati Chapter 559 The Fourth Hokage, Uchiha Sanfeng
Chapter 559 The Fourth Hokage, Uchiha Sanfeng
Uchiha Hachimoku remembered something, and his expression became slightly serious.
"Now that Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others' crimes have been exposed, the position of Fourth Hokage is vacant. What are your plans? The entire Hidden Leaf Village now has complete faith in you; no one is more suitable for this position than you. Are you... planning to run for the Fourth Hokage?"
Uchiha Mitsunori accepted the hot tea, a faint smile playing on his lips, showing no humility whatsoever: "Tsunade will recommend me for the Fourth Hokage; no one else would dare to compete with me."
He gently turned the teacup in his hand, the tea swirling gently in the cup, reflecting the light. "As for the new Konoha Elder Council..."
"I plan to have Tsunade, Hiashi Hyuga, and Shikaku Nara form an elder council to assist me in governing Konoha."
"Tsunade is a descendant of the Senju clan. She has superb medical skills and can protect the lives of Konoha ninjas. Moreover, she has a very high reputation and is quite famous in the ninja world. She is one of the people I trust the most."
"Hyuga Hiashi is the head of the Hyuga clan. He is strong, calm and composed, and can represent the power of the Hyuga main family to stabilize the ninja clan order in Konoha and appease the emotions of the other ninja clans. Nara Shikaku is exceptionally intelligent, skilled in strategy, meticulous, and capable of planning and strategizing. He can advise on the development of Konoha, coordinate the overall situation, and handle all matters, big and small, in Konoha."
"These three complement each other, each with their own strengths. They are enough to support the elders of Konoha and assist me in governing Konoha well."
Uchiha Yatsuho nodded, a look of agreement on his face, and couldn't help but say, "That's right, these three are indeed the best choices. With them assisting you, Konoha will definitely get better and better."
He then remembered something else, his expression growing even more serious, and his tone lowering: "There's another matter. After the Third Hokage's conspiracy was exposed, Orochimaru defected to Konoha and his whereabouts remain unknown. Should we send people to track him down, capture him, and punish him for his crimes of participating in human experiments?"
"After all, he has the blood of too many innocent people on his hands, and we can't let him get away with it."
The mention of Orochimaru brought a flash of hatred to the eyes of the Eighth Hokage of Uchiha... Some of his clansmen had been used as test subjects by Orochimaru, and he had always wanted to avenge them.
Uchiha Mitsunori shook his head slightly, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes. His tone was calm but carried an undeniable determination, without the slightest hesitation: "No need, keep him, he's still useful."
He raised his hand, gently stroking his chin, and slowly said, "Orochimaru is proficient in forbidden techniques and human experimentation. Although he has committed numerous evils and his hands are stained with blood, making him an unforgivable villain, his talent is undeniable. Perhaps he can be of use to Konoha in the future... For example, when the Fourth Shinobi World War breaks out, his forbidden techniques may become Konoha's trump card, and may save Konoha from danger."
"Of course, if he dares to come back and cause trouble, or harm the villagers and ninjas of Konoha again, it will not be too late to deal with him then. At that time, I will personally kill him and make him pay the price for his crimes. I will never let him get away with it again."
His tone was calm, yet it carried a strong sense of confidence... He had enough strength to control the overall situation, and enough confidence to deal with the potential threat from Orochimaru.
Although Uchiha Yatsuho had his doubts, he still felt deep down that Orochimaru shouldn't be allowed to escape justice. However, he also knew that Uchiha Sanmine's thinking was far more meticulous than his own, and since Sanmine had said so, he must have his reasons. Therefore, he didn't ask any further questions and bowed, replying, "Alright, I'll listen to you. We won't send anyone to track Orochimaru's whereabouts, but we'll keep a close eye on his movements. If he dares to return, we'll strike immediately and kill him."
As night deepened, the stars shone brighter, and the gentle moonlight bathed the earth of Konoha, dispelling some of the night's chill.
The streets of Konoha have long since returned to peace. Occasionally, patrolling ninjas walk by, their steps steady and firm, the torches in their hands swaying slightly, reflecting their upright figures as they guard the tranquility of Konoha.
Inside the Hokage's office, the lights were on, with lanterns hanging from the ceiling, their dazzling light illuminating the entire office.
The conference table was filled with people... All the Jonin of Konoha and representatives of the major ninja clans were present, sitting around the table with varying expressions: some solemn, some expectant, and some reverent...
What they revered was the man standing at the head of the conference table, Uchiha Mitsumine.
At the start of the meeting, Tsunade was the first to stand up. She wore a pink dress, her long hair tied up, and her expression was resolute. Her gaze swept over everyone around the conference table, and her voice was steady and powerful, without the slightest hesitation, clearly reaching everyone's ears: "Gentlemen, the crimes of the Third Hokage have now been exposed, and traitors such as Shimura Danzo have been dealt with and received their due punishment. The position of Fourth Hokage has been vacant for a long time. Konoha cannot be without a leader, cannot be without a leader."
"I propose that Uchiha Mitsunori be appointed as the Fourth Hokage. He has the heart of Konoha, possesses formidable strength, acts justly, and has made great contributions in the process of eliminating Konoha's evil, earning him the deep affection of the people. Only he can lead Konoha to a new life and protect every villager and ninja of Konoha!"
After she finished speaking, she turned her gaze to Uchiha Mitsunori, her eyes full of trust and support... She knew that Uchiha Mitsunori was capable, responsible, and competent to serve as the Fourth Hokage.
As Tsunade finished speaking, a chorus of agreement erupted in the meeting room, one after another, without a single dissent. Hiashi Hyuga was the first to stand up. Dressed in the traditional attire of the Hyuga clan, his expression calm, arms crossed, he solemnly echoed, "I agree with Tsunade's proposal. Lord Uchiha Mitsumine is capable, responsible, fair, impartial, and deeply loved by the people. He is suitable to serve as the Fourth Hokage. Our Hyuga clan fully supports Lord Uchiha Mitsumine!"
After speaking, he bowed slightly, his expression respectful.
Nara Shikaku nodded slowly, adjusted his glasses, and added with a wise look in his eyes, "Lord Mimine is a man of extraordinary strategy, meticulous mind, and masterful planning. He can not only cleanse Konoha of its evils but also lead Konoha to grow stronger. Konoha will surely return to a state of peace and prosperity."
The other Jonin and ninja clan representatives also expressed their agreement, standing up one by one, bowing, and saying, "We agree and support Lord Uchiha Mitsumine as the Fourth Hokage!"
No one raised any objections, and no one dared to raise any objections...
Uchiha Mitsunaga now holds power in the Konoha Guard and enjoys the deep trust of the villagers and ninjas. Furthermore, his actions in purging traitors and seeking justice for the victims have already won everyone's approval. Moreover, the various ninja clans also need a strong leader to guide Konoha out of its shadows and protect its peace, and Uchiha Mitsunaga is undoubtedly the best candidate.
The Jonin sitting in the corner exchanged glances, their eyes filled with awe. They knew that the Uchiha Three Peaks' control of the government was a foregone conclusion, and no one could stand against them. Rather than resisting, they might as well submit and perhaps secure a chance for their clans to survive.
Uchiha Mitsunori stood up, raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet, and slowly swept his gaze over everyone around the conference table. There was not a trace of pride, nor a trace of humility. His voice was deep and firm, clearly reaching everyone's ears: "Thank you all for your trust. Since you have recommended me to serve as the Fourth Hokage, I will not refuse, nor will I let you down."
He paused, his tone growing increasingly resolute, "From this day forward, I will do everything in my power to govern Konoha well, eradicate all evil in Konoha, severely punish the wicked, protect every villager and ninja, comfort the families of the victims, develop Konoha's strength, and allow Konoha to shake off the shadows and return to clarity."
"Let every citizen of Konoha live and work in peace and contentment, and let Konoha regain its footing in the ninja world, creating new glories!"
As the words fell, enthusiastic applause erupted in the conference room. The applause was loud and sincere, lasting for a long time before gradually subsiding. The applause echoed throughout the Hokage Building and across the night sky of Konoha, carrying the expectations and hopes of everyone.
Uchiha Sanfeng raised his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet again, and continued to announce: "Today, I officially announce that the new members of the Konoha Elder Council are... Tsunade, Hyuga Hiashi, and Nara Shikaku."
"From this day forward, the Elder Council will assist me in governing Konoha, discussing major affairs of Konoha, and formulating development plans for Konoha. They must not engage in favoritism, corruption, or bribery, nor betray the trust of Konoha or the expectations of any Konoha citizen. Any violation will be severely punished!"
Tsunade, Hiashi Hyuga, and Shikaku Nara stood up, bowed respectfully to the three Uchiha leaders, and replied in unison, "As the Hokage commands! We will do our utmost to assist the Hokage in governing Konoha well, and we will never show favoritism or engage in corruption, never betray the trust of Konoha, and never fail the expectations of every Konoha citizen!"
Their voices were firm, their eyes sincere, and they all shared the same belief: to protect Konoha, to restore Konoha to its former glory, and to create a new era of prosperity for it.
Then, Uchiha Mitsunori's expression grew increasingly serious, his eyes more resolute, and he announced three important orders in a firm tone. Each word carried immense weight, resonating deeply with everyone: "First, all the property of the Sarutobi, Shimura, Utatane, and Mito clans shall be confiscated and added to the Konoha treasury. Not a single penny shall be kept by anyone. This property will be used entirely for the reconstruction and development of Konoha, to repair buildings damaged by war and intrigue, to improve the lives of the villagers, and to enhance the overall strength of Konoha."
"Secondly, we will provide double compensation to the families of the children who were harmed in the human experiments, to make up for their trauma, comfort their emotions, let them feel the warmth of Konoha, and let those children who have passed away rest in peace."
"Third, immediately reissue compensation to all ninjas injured or killed in the Third Shinobi World War. There shall be no delays or withholdings. It must be delivered to every family member to make up for their losses and to thank them for their sacrifices for Konoha."
These three directives, every word and phrase, resonated deeply with everyone, especially the families of the victims. The families of the children who were killed in the past finally received the compensation they deserved, and their wounds were somewhat soothed; the families of the ninjas who died or were injured in World War III also finally received their long-awaited compensation, and their grievances were finally released.
The confiscation of the property of the four clans injected new vitality into the development of Konoha, giving it the capital for reconstruction and development.
Inside the meeting room, enthusiastic applause erupted once again. This time, the applause was louder, more sincere, and more passionate than before, filled with recognition, anticipation, and hope. Everyone knew that the shadow of Konoha was gradually dissipating; a new era was quietly beginning.
Uchiha Sanfeng stood in the main seat, looking at the people before him. A hint of determination and a hint of relief flashed in his eyes... He knew that the burden on his shoulders was heavy, but he had the confidence and ability to lead Konoha to a new life and to glory.
Outside the window, night deepened, and the moonlight shone gently and brightly on the top of the Hokage Building, as if it were protecting this land and the hope on this land.
The streets of Konoha have long since returned to peace. Occasionally, patrolling ninjas walk by, their steps steady and firm, their torches illuminating the path ahead and the future of Konoha.
The storm that swept through Konoha has finally come to an end. The deep-seated evils have been redressed, and the innocent victims have been able to rest in peace. The era of the Fourth Hokage, Uchiha Mitsunaga, has only just begun.
He will uphold the spirit of the Uchiha clan, take on the responsibilities of a Hokage, and maintain unwavering faith to protect this land, safeguard every citizen of Konoha, eliminate all evil, develop Konoha's strength, restore Konoha to its former glory, and let Konoha's light illuminate the entire ninja world.