Hiruzen Sarutobi's words had no effect on Yuuki!
After all, Hiruzen Sarutobi could only rely on two people: Jiraiya and Tsunade.
Yuuki had prepared for such a long time, wasn't it precisely to deal with the current situation?
Forget about Hiruzen Sarutobi calling for Jiraiya.
Even if Senju Hashirama was called out, Yuuki declared that he would not lose!
Fifth Hokage, I, Uchiha Tomoki, am destined to be!
Even the Six Paths Sage can't stop me!
I said so!
Yuuki's expression remained unchanged; he simply waited quietly.
However, Hiashi, who was beside him, was a bit anxious. If Yuuki didn't become Hokage, how long would he have to wait for a chance to deal with Hiruzen Sarutobi?
Hiashi harbored deep hatred for Hiruzen Sarutobi.
It was Hiruzen Sarutobi who had tried to force him to his death back then, but he didn't die, and Hizashi did.
This incident could actually serve as a black mark against Hiruzen Sarutobi, but Yuuki wasn't keen on tarnishing Hiruzen Sarutobi's reputation, as he was about to become Hokage himself.
It was enough to just remove Hiruzen Sarutobi from power; as for all the disgusting things Hiruzen Sarutobi had done? There was no need to make the entire Village aware.
Hiruzen Sarutobi could have problems, but the Hokage could not; this was Yuuki's demand, and Hiashi could only agree.
As for after Hiruzen Sarutobi was no longer Hokage, then it would be a matter of settling grudges and seeking revenge privately, and that would no longer concern Yuuki.
Hiashi was precisely worried about this point; once Jiraiya became the Fifth Hokage, it would be difficult to say if he would ever get his chance for revenge.
After all, Hiruzen Sarutobi's current appearance suggested he didn't have many years left to live!
It wasn't just Hiashi; many Ninja in the ranks behind him showed worried expressions. Yuuki didn't turn around, but with Shinatsuhiko activated, he sensed the change in everyone's demeanor.
Yuuki softly said,
"Calm down, everything is under control!"
Shinatsuhiko accurately transmitted his words to the ears of those Ninja whose mindsets had shifted slightly.
Yuuki's reassurance had an immediate effect, and everyone, including Hiashi, regained their composure.
That's right!
Just trusting Lord Yuuki was enough.
It must be said that Yuuki's once-despised ocular jutsu, Shinatsuhiko, had been played to its full potential by Yuuki, becoming his most frequently used ability, even far surpassing his template abilities.
There are no useless abilities, only how you use them!
Indeed, the 'it smells good' phenomenon is a law that humans cannot escape.
Amidst what could almost be considered universal attention, Jiraiya emerged from the Hokage Building behind Hiruzen Sarutobi.
In such a serious setting,
Jiraiya did not act like a clown reciting those few doggerel poems.
He appeared very proper.
Yuuki, on the other hand, instantly switched his expression the moment he saw Jiraiya, a brilliant smile spreading across his face.
"Senior Jiraiya, after collaborating for so long, this is finally our first meeting!"
"Ahahaha! I should be the one thanking Clan Head Yuuki for his care!"
Their conversation, like that of old friends, completely flustered Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Jiraiya with some shock, clearly not expecting how his honest and simple disciple had gotten involved with Uchiha Tomoki.
"Jiraiya! You…"
"Old man, I know you've always called me back because you want me to become Hokage, but my aspirations truly aren't here. My main reason for returning to Konoha this time is that I often hear about Konoha's changes in the Ninja World and wanted to experience them firsthand."
Without waiting for Hiruzen Sarutobi to speak, Jiraiya continued,
"I've seen the Village's changes with my own eyes. I believe Clan Head Yuuki will be an excellent Hokage. Old man, you should put aside your prejudices. I won't interfere in your affairs. I'm going to see Minato's child."
Then Jiraiya left without looking back, leaving behind a broad silhouette.
Leaving Hiruzen Sarutobi to be bewildered by the wind alone!
Hiruzen Sarutobi was in a state of desperation. Jiraiya, having been misled by Gamamaru, was solely focused on finding the Child of Destiny and had no mind for Konoha's troubles.
Unless a war broke out and Konoha, as Jiraiya's homeland, needed his strength, only then would Jiraiya become a Konoha Ninja.
Returning to Konoha this time, after several years of Yuuki's development, Konoha had undergone earth-shattering changes. Jiraiya even felt it was better than the Konoha in his memories.
Jiraiya, knowing who brought about all these changes, didn't think there was any problem with Yuuki becoming Hokage.
Why would he be willing to get involved in such troublesome matters!
As for how Yuuki and Jiraiya got involved.
That was even simpler.
With Konoha Voice broadcasting 24 hours a day, shouldn't there be a midnight channel?
Jiraiya, as the Ninja World's greatest literary figure, was naturally a perennial favorite on the midnight channel!
On one hand, it satisfied the needs of many perverts in Konoha, and on the other, it also served to promote Jiraiya's reputation.
With such a reputation, Jiraiya becoming Hokage?
Hiruzen Sarutobi, also a pervert, was naturally a loyal listener of the midnight channel. He didn't see any problem with this, as Jiraiya's reputation as a pervert was well-known among Konoha Ninja.
It was just that Hiruzen Sarutobi, lacking copyright awareness, obviously didn't know that Yuuki had already sent Jiraiya a lot of money under the guise of authorization.
Over time, the two had already developed a relationship through the bond of money, though they had never met in person.
Tsunade's situation was similar; Yuuki had plenty of money, so he simply found an excuse with a few new drugs from the pharmaceutical factory and established a financial transaction with Tsunade.
At the same time, he also acquired most of the real evidence against Tsunade, the old debt dodger.
While lust and gambling are insignificant in the face of strength, Yuuki's strength was even greater than theirs.
With obvious flaws, how could the two compare to Yuuki?
With their past achievements?
In the current Konoha, if you randomly ask someone to list Tsunade's and Jiraiya's contributions to Konoha, nine out of ten wouldn't be able to give a coherent answer.
But if you ask about Yuuki's contributions, anyone could list them off like family treasures!
This kind of relationship, maintained by money, wouldn't make Tsunade and Jiraiya compromise on matters of principle.
But did Yuuki have any principled issues?
No!
Yuuki's will of fire was more intense than anyone else's, wasn't it?
He was practically the embodiment of the will of fire!
Before Jiraiya had gone far, Yuuki spoke to stop him.
"Senior Jiraiya, please wait a moment. Naruto probably hasn't finished school yet. As a Konoha Jonin, it would be better to participate in the upcoming events!"
Upon hearing this, Jiraiya, showing respect, stopped in his tracks and didn't leave, but instead stood with the civilian Ninja who had come to watch the commotion.
Then Yuuki once again made a Village-wide broadcast.
"Fellow Konoha citizens, I have received your requests. Therefore, in my capacity as Head of the Military Police Force, I declare that we shall now proceed with the election process for the Fifth Hokage!"
"The Hyuga Clan seconds the motion!"
"The Aburame Clan seconds the motion!"
"The Nara Clan seconds the motion!"
"The Inuzuka Clan seconds the motion!"
"Gekko…"
"Shiranui…"
"....."
All the major and minor clans of Konoha agreed to immediately begin the election for the Fifth Hokage, and then all eyes turned to Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Under everyone's gaze, Hiruzen Sarutobi reluctantly and with difficulty spoke.
"The Sarutobi Clan, seconds the motion!"
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