Master, Please Become a Hokage

The name of Konoha's White Fang, Sakumo Hatake, was too famous...

The three people might not have had the idea of killing Sakumo Hatake, but they must have secretly discussed it, planning to first control Sakumo Hatake, even shelve him, in order to pave the way for others to become the Fourth Hokage.

Otherwise, logically and reasonably, Sakumo Hatake, who is the strongest and has the highest popular support, would definitely become the next Hokage smoothly.

"Father, Mother."

Just then, Ryō Sarutobi stepped forward, attracting everyone's attention the moment he spoke.

"Sakumo-sensei has no interest in politics, and he doesn't want Kakashi to get involved in it either. To serve Konoha peacefully is his greatest wish."

Ryō Sarutobi's statement echoed in the Hokage's office.

He raised his head and looked around.

Ugly faces came into view, very clearly.

Heh.

You want to eat people, but you pretend to be kind and dare not say it openly.

You talk about the Will of Fire, but when I open it up, it's all about eating people.

Chapter 7. Preparations Before the Mission

Once upon a time, the Will of Fire changed from protecting cherished people or things to... killing relatives, friends, and even wives and children for the sake of the village.

Should I say, did they forget their original intention? Or did the dragon slayer eventually become a dragon?

The authorities are confused, but the onlookers are clear.

Having lived two lives, Ryō Sarutobi's heart is like a mirror, seeing everything very clearly.

"Ryō-shōnen..."

Seeing Ryō Sarutobi stand up to speak for him, Sakumo Hatake's eyes were filled with relief.

He had seen many talented juniors, but those with firm will and outstanding character were few and far between.

Ryō Sarutobi called Sakumo Hatake "sensei" because he had been learning swordsmanship from Sakumo Hatake.

Just like Konohamaru in later generations, who had Ebisu as his home tutor.

Ryō Sarutobi also took Sakumo Hatake as his teacher to teach him swordsmanship.

Seven-attribute ninjutsu and summoning techniques are not rare things.

But powerful swordsmanship... in the entire Konoha, only Sakumo Hatake possesses it.

It was with his fierce swordsmanship that Sakumo Hatake made a name for himself as Konoha's White Fang.

"Yes, Ryō Sarutobi, you speak well."

Homura Mitokado nodded.

So, don't say any more.

"Then let's settle it this way. After Kakashi graduates, let Minato be his jōnin leader."

Homura Mitokado looked at his colleagues, and after a discussion, they established the future arrangement.

Ryō Sarutobi's advice was ignored.

This scene further confirmed the importance of power.

Having strength without power means having no freedom to choose one's destiny.

Looking at the main quest prompt flashing before his eyes, Ryō Sarutobi silently made a decision in his heart.

The path of the Anbu Squad Six Captain...

"Homura, Koharu, Danzō, perhaps we should listen to Sakumo's opinion..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned slightly at his colleagues, then looked at Sakumo Hatake, his eyes softening.

"Sakumo, you can boldly state your demands..."

"Hokage-sama..."

Sakumo Hatake raised his head and looked at the faces of the high-level officials.

......

Not long after.

The group walked out of the Hokage Building.

The jōnin assessment mission was scheduled for tomorrow.

Participants included Ryō Sarutobi, Kei Yamanaka, Ruri Hyūga, Minato Namikaze, Kushina Uzumaki, Hayama Shirayuki... and a group of other Konoha ninjas.

The destination was the "Ruins of Whirlpool Country."

Years ago, Whirlpool Country was destroyed in the Great Ninja War.

The Konoha high-level officials' mistaken judgment of support was also the reason for Dan Katō's death.

Green mountains bury loyal bones.

Princess Tsunade's lover died in the support battle.

Because what invaded Whirlpool Country at that time was not a few scattered powerhouses, but a joint effort by the two great nations of Kumogakure and Kirigakure!

Countless enemy ninjas poured in like a tide, and in just a few days, the entire country was completely destroyed.

Of course, the division of spoils of war led to Kumogakure and Kirigakure continuing to fight on that ruin, which was another story.

Since then, conspiracy theories have quietly emerged...

Some conspiracy theories say that the Konoha high-level officials deliberately ignored Whirlpool Country...

After several years of fermentation, the conspiracy theories among the people have shown a tendency to intensify.

In order to silence the public and quell these rumors.

The Konoha high-level officials decided to send a team to the Ruins of Whirlpool Country to drive out the scattered enemy ninjas entrenched there.

Now, the war is over, entering a period called "Post-War."

Although the battles are not as tragic as during the war, those who can survive the war are the elites of the elites.

This also leads to many post-war missions being potentially more dangerous than during the war.

On the surface, this is an ordinary jōnin assessment.

In reality, it is a demonstration of the Konoha high-level officials' determination.

The core of this mission is Ryō Sarutobi.

As the eldest son of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Ryō Sarutobi's actions are always under the watchful eyes of everyone.

Sending his son to the dangerous Ruins of Whirlpool Country is enough to dispel the people's dissatisfaction and conspiracy theories.

After all, even the Hokage's son has been sent to the most dangerous area.

What reason do others have to continue condemning the high-level officials?

"Ryō-shōnen, your assessment mission is extremely dangerous, you must survive..."

Sakumo Hatake and Ryō Sarutobi walked side by side on the road.

If Ryō Sarutobi dies in the Ruins of Whirlpool Country, it can instead deepen the loyalty of more Konoha ninjas and ordinary people to the village, and also reduce the number of competitors for the next Hokage election. This is a blatant scheme.

— Just like the death of Nawaki Senju.

"Sakumo-sensei, I'm fine, but it's you... you're going to suffer in the future..."

Ryō Sarutobi looked at this gentle-faced man.

Although Sakumo Hatake possesses unparalleled talent and strength surpassing the Sannin.

In terms of personality, he is not suitable to be a cold-blooded killing machine. A pastoral life is his home.

As Kakashi is about to graduate and be led by Minato Namikaze.

Sakumo Hatake's life of being suppressed and PUA'd by the Konoha high-level officials will also begin.

Under the step-by-step destruction of the Konoha high-level officials, this gentle man, like the uncle next door, will inevitably fall into the abyss.

"Well..."

Sakumo Hatake scratched his silver hair.

"I think there shouldn't be much of a problem."

His eyes narrowed into crescents because of the smile. At this time, Sakumo Hatake had not yet realized the possible ending of his future.

......

That night, the bright moon hung high in the sky.

After dinner, Ryō Sarutobi stood in his courtyard and took a stance.

As a chūnin about to participate in the jōnin assessment.

Ryō Sarutobi's actual strength has met the standard, and it is no problem to treat him as a jōnin.

However, because he has not truly become a jōnin, the resources he currently possesses are still at the chūnin level.

For example, for the five basic attribute techniques, the difficulty level of the techniques mastered by Ryō Sarutobi ranges from E-rank to D-rank to C-rank.

Taijutsu, genjutsu, Yin Release, and Yang Release are also the same.

C-rank represents chūnin difficulty.

When he truly becomes a jōnin and obtains a qualification assessment, he will naturally be able to master B-rank... that is, jōnin-level resources.

Technique level does not absolutely represent power.

But usually, technique level and power are equal, only equal to or greater than its own power.

For example, a C-rank Fire Release: Great Flame Technique.

The power will only start at C-rank.

If Hiruzen Sarutobi were to use it, he could unleash B-rank or even higher-level power.

However, if a child or a beginner were to release it, they might only spit out a small fireball, and the power might only be D-rank or even E-rank.

Ryō Sarutobi recalled what he had learned in his mind, preparing for tomorrow's "jōnin assessment."

After recalling all the techniques, Ryō Sarutobi took a stance and began to practice taijutsu.

As long as ninjutsu is learned and muscle memory is memorized, it can be maintained at a certain level.

But taijutsu is something that will quickly regress if not practiced.

So... exercising every day has become Ryō Sarutobi's daily routine.

D-rank taijutsu includes Konoha Whirlwind, Konoha Gale...

C-rank taijutsu includes Konoha Great Whirlwind, Konoha Rising Wind, Shadow of the Dancing Leaf...

As Ryō Sarutobi performed them, the courtyard became lively, stirring up the scene.

The Sarutobi clan is born with divine power, possessing unique advantages, and is not as clumsy as the Akimichi clan.

So, it is very suitable for practicing various taijutsu.

With great power and suitable moves, they can maximize the power of their own surname.

"Konoha Whirlwind!"

Ryō Sarutobi twisted his body, and his body rotated like a whirlwind, and the left leg kicked out, stirring the air.

Then, it was the right leg.