In Naruto With Gacha Template

Chapter 177: Chapter 180: Orochimaru: Danzo, I Am the Hokage

Time reached Monday.

Eight o’clock in the morning.

After breakfast, Natsuki headed to the Anbu base.

He walked into his office and began processing the documents submitted by the Anbu.

Natsuki picked up the first document.

This was a document related to Shinno.

Natsuki had specifically instructed Zo to report any actions taken by Shinno immediately.

He opened the document and began reading.

Shinno had obviously come prepared.

After entering Konoha, he settled down near Might Duy.

Under the guise of a doctor, he offered free treatment and fatigue relief to the father and son, Might Duy and Might Guy.

Over time, the two sides became familiar with each other.

Through Shinno’s sweet talk, Might Duy taught him the Eight Inner Gates.

And yesterday, he made another move.

He sneaked into the Uzumaki clan compound at night to scout the terrain.

Natsuki suspected he would attempt to steal Konoha’s secrets in the near future, specifically the jutsu formula to create the Zero-Tails.

Judging from the original work, these jutsu formulas undoubtedly originated from Konoha, or more accurately, the Uzumaki clan’s Fuinjutsu.

Since the Uzumaki clan had not been annihilated, he set his sights on the Uzumaki clan compound in Konoha.

Natsuki looked thoughtful.

Recently, there was indeed an excellent opportunity: the Hokage inauguration ceremony.

The Hokage inauguration ceremony would be attended by both ninjas and villagers, gathering at the square in front of the Hokage building.

Even the Uzumaki clan ninjas would be no exception.

After all, such a grand event was a rare sight in decades.

Moreover, having lived in Konoha for so long, they were considered half-Konoha ninjas.

Natsuki put down the document in his hand.

He naturally wouldn’t stop Shinno. On the contrary, he would help him.

By the time Natsuki finished reading the document, it was already nine o’clock.

He got up and walked toward the Hokage building.

The villager voting had concluded, and next was the Jonin voting.

Today was the day the Jonin meeting convened.

"Natsuki, over here!"

As soon as Natsuki walked into the meeting room, he heard Nawaki’s voice.

He looked up and saw Nawaki, Yakushi Nonou, Namikaze Minato, Tsunade, Orochimaru, and the others.

After Namikaze Minato learned the Flying Thunder God Technique, Sarutobi Hiruzen had specially promoted him to Jonin.

Besides them, he also saw Hatake Sakumo.

But he didn’t sit with Tsunade and the others.

Natsuki walked over.

Not long after they chatted, the meeting room was already full.

Soon, Sarutobi Hiruzen, Shimura Danzo, Utatane Koharu, and Mitokado Homura walked in.

Shimura Danzo was visibly displeased, his face straight, radiating a cold aura.

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked very relaxed, a smile on his face.

After the four sat down, the Jonin meeting officially began.

"Natsuki."

Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke up. "First, announce the results of the villager voting."

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

Natsuki stood up and said. "In the villager voting, the one with the most votes is Orochimaru."

"What a pity."

Jiraiya whispered. "I was even thinking of yielding the Hokage position to you to create a beautiful tale."

Orochimaru smiled helplessly.

"Does anyone have any objections?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at the crowd and said. "If not, we will begin the Jonin voting."

Everyone shook their heads.

Shimura Danzo had objections, but it was useless. He could only remain silent.

"Natsuki."

Seeing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen instructed. "Distribute the blank ballots."

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

Natsuki walked up to Sarutobi Hiruzen.

From his desk, he took a stack of blank ballots.

He turned around and threw them directly.

Under his chakra control, a ballot landed precisely in front of everyone.

Seeing this, many people revealed shocked expressions.

Such chakra control was not something an ordinary Jonin could possess.

"Natsuki’s strength is becoming increasingly unfathomable."

Tsunade chuckled, picked up a pen, and wrote down Orochimaru’s name.

Then she placed the ballot face down on the desk.

The others did the same.

Only the two Hokage candidates, Jiraiya and Orochimaru, did not vote.

Natsuki clapped his hands.

Two Anbu squads appeared.

They collected the ballots in order.

Natsuki took a large box, put the ballots inside, and shuffled them.

Zo set up a large blackboard.

"One vote for Orochimaru."

Natsuki took a ballot from the large box and called out.

Zo immediately made a mark under Orochimaru’s name.

Time slowly passed.

Although the tally wasn’t finished yet, Orochimaru’s votes were already leading by a large margin.

However, no one found it surprising.

With Tsunade and Hatake Sakumo withdrawing, Orochimaru becoming Hokage was already a certainty.

As for Jiraiya, in terms of strength and status, he was indeed not inferior to Orochimaru.

However, in terms of merits, he was slightly lacking.

Because in the Second Great Ninja War, Orochimaru was the supreme commander.

Coupled with Jiraiya being outside the village every day, giving off a somewhat unreliable vibe.

A moment later, the vote tally was complete.

"I announce that in the Jonin voting, Orochimaru is the winner."

Sarutobi Hiruzen stood up and said.

The crowd immediately applauded.

Although only two procedures had been completed, it was actually already over.

The remaining Daimyo approval was just a formality.

Because the Daimyo didn’t care who the Hokage was.

"That’s great!"

Nawaki couldn’t help but pump his fist.

Orochimaru glanced at him, a smile appearing on his face.

Natsuki raised an eyebrow.

He felt that after becoming Hokage, the gloominess surrounding Orochimaru had lessened.

Natsuki thought for a moment and understood the reason.

Orochimaru knew very well what kind of Hokage the people liked.

And being too gloomy all day wasn’t suitable for carrying out his work.

However, he estimated Orochimaru wouldn’t change too much.

Thinking of this, Natsuki felt such a change wasn’t bad.

After all, Orochimaru hadn’t turned dark to begin with.

"Tomorrow, I will go with Orochimaru to the metropolis of the Land of Fire to see the Daimyo."

Sarutobi Hiruzen added. "Once the Daimyo approves, we will hold the Hokage inauguration ceremony. The time is set for next Monday."

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

The crowd said in unison.

"Natsuki, have the Anbu notify everyone of the result."

Sarutobi Hiruzen instructed.

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

Natsuki immediately said.

"Meeting adjourned."

Sarutobi Hiruzen paused and said. "Orochimaru, follow me to the Hokage’s office."

Orochimaru got up and walked toward the Hokage’s office.

"You guys head back first. I have to go to the Anbu."

After greeting Tsunade and the others, Natsuki went to the Anbu base.

Soon, the news of Orochimaru winning both the villager and Jonin voting spread throughout Konoha.

Many people realized that Konoha was about to undergo a massive change.

Many also sensed the arrival of opportunities.

Especially those ninjas who had served under Orochimaru during the Second Great Ninja War.

Although Orochimaru didn’t seem as outgoing as Jiraiya, he had an eye for talent.

He was very clear about how much ability and talent you had.

In Natsuki’s words, Orochimaru was a very practical ninja.

In the original work, whether it was the Sound Five, Yakushi Kabuto, or Uchiha Sasuke, they could all fulfill their value under him.

It was just that after turning dark, he became too cold, treating everyone as tools.

Of course, the current him definitely wouldn’t be that cold.

Konoha spent a lively week.

Yesterday, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire arrived in Konoha.

Natsuki had been busy with the Anbu for a week, finally completing the preparations for the Hokage inauguration ceremony.

A new Monday.

The square in front of the Hokage building was packed with villagers and ninjas.

"Truly spectacular!"

Uchiha Obito looked around and boasted shamelessly. "My Hokage inauguration ceremony in the future will have to be even grander than this!"

"Graduate first before talking, dead last."

Hatake Kakashi said bluntly.

"Darn Kakashi!"

Uchiha Obito’s face turned red with anger as he asked. "Who says the dead last can’t become Hokage?"

Just like his counterpart in the original work, he became the dead last.

Actually, his ninjutsu talent wasn’t bad, but his theoretical grades were terrible.

"Well said!"

Might Guy gave a thumbs up, his teeth flashing, and said. "Obito, I can feel your hot-blooded youth!"

"Kakashi."

Sarutobi Asuma asked casually. "How does it feel after becoming a ninja?"

"Yeah."

Yuhi Kurenai asked curiously. "Do you have to do a lot of missions every day?"

"No."

Hatake Kakashi shook his head and said. "I’m a Genin right now, so I don’t do many missions, and none of them are difficult."

"Looking at it this way, graduating early isn’t anything special."

Uchiha Obito curled his lip and said.

"But my strength is improving very fast."

Hatake Kakashi glanced at him and said. "I can already participate in the Chunin Exams."

"What?"

Uchiha Obito’s expression instantly froze.

"Chunin Exams?"

Nohara Rin asked with a look of surprise.

"This fast?"

Sarutobi Asuma was also somewhat shocked.

"Natsuki-senpai, Nawaki-senpai, and Minato-senpai have taught me a lot."

Hatake Kakashi thought for a moment and said. "I’m at least five times stronger than when I graduated."

"How is that possible?"

Uchiha Obito looked as if he couldn’t accept it.

"Simply terrifying!"

Might Guy immediately clenched his fists and said. "Youth cannot admit defeat! I have to work even harder!"

"Comparing oneself to others only leads to anger."

Yuhi Kurenai shook her head and said.

They were actually all considered geniuses, but compared to Hatake Kakashi, they weren’t that genius.

While they were chatting, Shimura Danzo, Mitokado Homura, Uchiha Fugaku, and others were pondering the future of Konoha.

After the Hokage inauguration ceremony ended, the newly appointed Hokage, Orochimaru, would announce new policies.

What they cared about most were personnel changes.

After all, the new Hokage couldn’t possibly completely retain the old Hokage’s staff. frёeωebɳovel.com

Just like when Sarutobi Hiruzen became Hokage, he appointed Shimura Danzo, Mitokado Homura, Utatane Koharu, and others.

The most crucial moment would be the Jonin meeting after the Hokage inauguration ceremony.

The new Hokage’s first Jonin meeting would reveal his intentions.

Time quickly reached nine o’clock. freewёbnoνel.com

The door to the Hokage’s office opened.

Orochimaru walked out.

He had already changed into the Hokage cloak, representing the Hokage.

"Teacher."

Natsuki, who was waiting at the door, went up to meet him.

He was the Anbu Commander, so he didn’t wait in the square with Nawaki and the others.

"Let’s go."

Orochimaru nodded and headed upstairs.

At this time, on the rooftop of the Hokage building, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire and Sarutobi Hiruzen were already waiting.

Upon seeing Orochimaru, Sarutobi Hiruzen took out the Hokage hat.

Seeing this, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire took two steps forward, stood by the railing, and looked at the sea of people below.

He raised his hand, stopping the crowd’s chatter.

The voices vanished, and it instantly became quiet.

"I announce Orochimaru as the Fourth Hokage of Konoha!"

The Daimyo of the Land of Fire announced loudly.

Cheers immediately erupted.

Spreading outward like a tidal wave.

Nawaki jumped up and down in the crowd, waving enthusiastically.

"You’re not a child anymore. You should be calmer."

Seeing this, Tsunade said with a smile. "Acting like this, Orochimaru wouldn’t dare entrust you with heavy responsibilities."

"I’m usually very reliable."

Nawaki chuckled, scratched his head, and said.

Tsunade looked toward the rooftop.

The Hokage inauguration ceremony had reached its most crucial moment.

"Orochimaru, I leave the future of Konoha to you. I hope you can do better than me."

Sarutobi Hiruzen handed the Hokage hat to Orochimaru and said.

"Thank you, Teacher."

Orochimaru took the Hokage hat, revealed a smile, and said. "I will work hard."

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded and stepped aside.

Next was the time for the new Hokage to deliver a speech.

Compared to Sarutobi Hiruzen, Orochimaru’s speech wasn’t as long-winded.

But since it was his first speech after becoming Hokage, he said a bit more, taking half an hour.

"Could it be that after becoming Hokage, one automatically masters the speech skill?"

Jiraiya shook his head and said. "Hearing these words come out of Orochimaru’s mouth is truly terrifying."

"It is indeed a bit unusual."

Tsunade laughed helplessly and said.

Orochimaru rarely talked about the Will of Fire.

But in this speech, he talked about it extensively, saying quite a bit.

"At least he said less than Teacher."

Tsunade added.

"That’s true."

Hearing this, Jiraiya said happily. "From now on, we won’t have to listen to Teacher’s lengthy speeches. From this perspective, it’s still very good."

Nawaki, Namikaze Minato, and the others looked at each other, not knowing how to evaluate this.

With the end of Orochimaru’s speech, the Hokage inauguration ceremony also came to a close.

The crowd began to slowly disperse.

However, the Jonin all headed toward the meeting room in the Hokage building.

Natsuki was also very curious about what new changes would occur after Orochimaru became Hokage.

After arriving at the meeting room, he sat with Nawaki and the others.

"Natsuki, do you have any insider information?"

Nawaki asked impatiently.

"What kind of insider information do you want?"

Natsuki asked back.

"Like whether Teacher has arranged any jobs for me or something."

Nawaki said with a look of anticipation.

"I don’t know."

Natsuki shook his head and said. "Teacher didn’t tell me."

"You actually don’t know either?"

Nawaki was somewhat surprised. "I thought you might become a Hokage advisor or something."

"What are you thinking?"

Tsunade glared at him and said. "You guys are still young. Stop dreaming about it now. It might be possible in a few years."

"Don’t worry, Orochimaru will definitely arrange something for you."

Jiraiya patted his shoulder and said. "It would be a waste not to assign work to someone as energetic as you."

"That doesn’t sound like a compliment."

Nawaki froze for a moment and said.

Jiraiya couldn’t help but laugh out loud.

Before long, the meeting room was filled with Jonin.

Natsuki swept a glance and found that Sarutobi Hiruzen hadn’t come.

Relinquishing power so directly?

But it made sense. Orochimaru wasn’t Namikaze Minato. With his methods, managing Konoha wouldn’t be a problem.

"We will now begin the Jonin meeting."

After Orochimaru sat down, he immediately said.

The meeting room instantly quieted down, and everyone looked at him.

Shimura Danzo, in particular, was exceptionally nervous.

"First matter, Konoha will establish a Research Department responsible for all experiments."

Orochimaru said slowly.

Natsuki raised an eyebrow, not surprised.

Previously, when Orochimaru conducted experiments, he funded them personally and didn’t have Konoha’s support.

Establishing a Research Department now meant Konoha would provide funds and personnel.

"What do you mean by all experiments?"

Shimura Danzo frowned and asked.

"If other departments, including Root, want to conduct experiments, they must also be executed by the Research Department."

Orochimaru replied.

"Orochimaru!"

Shimura Danzo abruptly stood up and said angrily. "Don’t go too far!"

"Too far?"

Orochimaru said with a calm expression. "Concentrating the entire village’s resources can better improve the success rate of experiments."

"I disagree!"

Shimura Danzo said sharply. "Root must retain the right to conduct experiments!"

"Has your Root been conducting some shady experiments?"

Orochimaru asked back.

Shimura Danzo’s breath hitched.

But he immediately said righteously. "All the experiments our Root conducts are for Konoha!"

"If that’s the case, then let Konoha help your Root conduct experiments."

Orochimaru said calmly. "We can’t let your efforts go unrewarded."

Shimura Danzo’s face instantly twisted, trembling with anger.

Seeing this, Tsunade and Jiraiya thought to themselves, beautifully done.

"All of this is being executed according to Konoha’s regulations."

Orochimaru asked again. "Do you have any other questions?"

"I..."

Although Shimura Danzo was very displeased, he didn’t know what to say.

"Please compile the experiments your Root wants to conduct and send them to my office tomorrow."

Orochimaru said with a faint smile.

"Hiruzen. He won’t agree to this!"

Shimura Danzo suddenly grasped at straws and immediately said.

"Teacher told me before that he supports all my decisions."

Orochimaru said nonchalantly.

"I don’t believe it!"

Shimura Danzo lost his composure and said.

"Danzo, I am the Hokage!"

Orochimaru felt impatient and immediately said in a deep voice.

Shimura Danzo felt as if he had been struck by lightning, freezing in place.

In Konoha, the Hokage possessed supreme authority.

He had completely understood this point ever since Sarutobi Hiruzen became Hokage.

Now hearing this sentence from Orochimaru’s mouth, he burned with anger.

"Orochimaru, you will regret this!"

Shimura Danzo said through gritted teeth.

Hearing this, Orochimaru didn’t care.

Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu exchanged a glance, both feeling the situation was tricky.

With Orochimaru as Hokage, he might be even harder to deal with than Sarutobi Hiruzen.

Because Sarutobi Hiruzen valued old ties.

They were all students of Senju Tobirama back then, sharing the bond of fellow disciples.

But Orochimaru had no relationship with them whatsoever.

"Second matter, restart the Wood Release experiments."

Orochimaru continued.

The crowd instantly erupted in an uproar.

Shimura Danzo’s heart jolted, feeling his limbs go weak.

Could it be that his secret Wood Release experiments had already been discovered by Orochimaru?

The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.

First, Orochimaru established the Research Department, forbidding Root from conducting experiments independently, and now he was restarting the Wood Release experiments. This was simply a warning to him.

____________________________________________________

Read Advanced Chapters on : patreon.com/Kaizo247

~ Every 150 PS = Bonus Chapter

~ Push the Story forward with your [Power Stones]