Lord Hokage!
Even though Jin had just shoved him, Fugaku Uchiha wasn’t the least bit angry. He still seemed to be in a state of dreamlike disbelief.
Acting Hokage is still Hokage!
Just like how no one in Konoha dared disrespect Sarutobi Hiruzen when he was Acting Hokage, no one would dare treat the village leader lightly.
Especially in the Leaf Village!
More importantly, this was the culmination of years of Uchiha’s dreams, realized under Fugaku Uchiha’s leadership.
Fugaku’s complex emotions mirrored those of the Uchiha clan: a sense of long-awaited recognition and joy, swelling the spirits of the Uchiha present.
Had it not been for the tense atmosphere, some might have reacted out of fear or even acted rashly.
“Acting Hokage…”
In stark contrast to the Uchiha’s uninhibited joy, the other clans found the atmosphere strange.
Even after a while, the idea of a Uchiha Hokage felt bewildering.
But this scenario seemed somewhat more acceptable compared to the days when Danzo was still around.
It was like living in a house with someone constantly threatening to tear off the roof. To maintain peace, everyone else naturally opposed it.
But if that person then suggested opening a small window instead, the others might agree more readily.
If, after opening the window, the person settled down peacefully, those who opposed tearing off the roof might even feel relieved about their decision.
“Lord Choza!”
Shikaku Nara, with his wisdom, saw the key issue but didn’t mind the current situation, given his alliance with the Ino-Shika-Cho trio.
“The Uchiha, as allies, can be reassuring…”
Choza Akimichi, his eyes filled with nostalgia, seemed to envision a hopeful future, his large hands steadying Shikaku’s shoulders.
However, the most conflicted emotions belonged to the former Acting Hokage.
Sarutobi Hiruzen!
Standing at the pinnacle of Konoha’s power, he had never expected to feel his influence decline in just a month.
All of this!
Stemmed from one person, someone he had once considered insignificant.
Hiruzen’s gaze fell on the figure in the crowd, surrounded and revered like a star. His heart was filled with overwhelming resentment.
Danzo, you damn fool!
If not for Danzo’s actions, those scandals wouldn’t have tainted me, the representative of the Will of Fire!
If not for Danzo, the ninjas who once trusted me wouldn’t be so wary now.
If not for Danzo, the Uchiha would have been a manageable issue, and Asuma would have eventually…
Sigh…
Despite his rising thoughts, Hiruzen steeled his resolve.
On the surface, he had lost this round, but with his years of accumulated influence and connections, he believed he could turn things around.
The future will return to…
Huh!
Hiruzen’s burgeoning determination was abruptly shattered by the sight before him, filling his mind with disbelief.
A white cloak adorned with blood-red flames and two long black ribbons billowed in the wind.
Jin, now clad in the Hokage’s ceremonial robes, floated in the air, standing on a crimson chakra-formed platform, gazing down at the crowd with an air of superiority.
Lord Hokage!
The words inscribed on the white cloak were unlike any previous Hokage, leaving the crowd in a daze.
Damn it!
You said this wasn’t premeditated!
Hiruzen, who had thought this outcome was sudden, now felt like prey in a trap, overwhelmed by the hunter’s gaze.
How could this be?
But Jin paid no mind to the odd looks. Adjusting to the title of Hokage, he cleared his throat, signaling the crowd to quiet down for his inaugural speech.
“I am honored to have the support of my comrades. It is with your backing that I have earned this sacred title. From today, I will fulfill the duties of Hokage, serving the villagers of Konoha wholeheartedly…”
Hmm…
Though Jin’s words were flawless, the crowd looked bewildered. Could a Uchiha really say such things?
Besides!
Are you sure this Hokage title was given through everyone’s approval?
Even Fugaku seemed skeptical but proudly straightened, considering his position.
As the crowd’s complex emotions focused on the young man delivering his grand speech, they couldn’t help but feel a familiar weariness reminiscent of Hiruzen’s Will of Fire speeches.
“Alright!”
Just as the crowd felt drowsy, Jin raised his voice sharply, regaining their attention.
“As long as I, Jin Uchiha, am Hokage, I will shoulder the responsibility of making Konoha great again!”
You’re just Acting Hokage!
Hiruzen wanted to retort but suppressed it, keeping his thoughts to himself.
Satisfied with the crowd’s reaction, Jin signaled to a Uchiha member below.
“Yuta, how’s the task I assigned?”
Swoosh!
Yuta Uchiha appeared, kneeling before Jin, his proud voice echoing.
“Lord Hokage! As instructed, we’ve sent the letter to the Raikage using Shadow Clones!”
What letter?
The crowd was puzzled, but Jin’s loud laughter quickly answered their unspoken question.
“Good! The Hidden Cloud has gone too far, conspiring with Sarutobi Hiruzen against our people. If the Raikage doesn’t publicly apologize and return our people’s remains…”
“Declare war!”
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