Naruto Orochimaru: I must win this time

44 years of Konoha

"Ah! Uncle Snake, you are back!"

Just after returning home, Shizune heard the noise and quickly came out to check. When he saw Orochimaru, whom he hadn't seen for a long time, he quickly ran over excitedly.

After Shizune graduated from the ninja school, she devoted herself to learning medical ninjutsu from Tsunade, and occasionally took on some tasks.

Ninjas need to perform a certain number of tasks every year, otherwise they will not meet the task quota during the Chunin Exam.

But for genin, the tasks performed are not that difficult, not to mention that to take on difficult tasks, one must have matching strength.

It doesn't mean that you can take on any mission if your brain is hot, and the mission administrator will not let the ninja die in vain.

After this period of training, Shizune's childish face has become much firmer, and the soft and fragile girlish aura in her body has also disappeared.

If there is a violent teacher, the disciples cannot be so cowardly!

"Well! Long time no see, Shizune."

Orochimaru's broad palm rubbed her little head habitually.

"Oh, Uncle Snake has grown up!"

Shizune pushed away Orochimaru's arm with a look of disgust, but there was no way she could escape Orochimaru's clutches.

You have grown up, will you no longer be called Uncle Snake in a few years and will be called Orochimaru instead? That seems to be the case!

"Where's Tsunade?"

Rumping Shizune's hair may be one of his few bad tastes.

After hearing Orochimaru's words, Shizune pursed her lips in dissatisfaction:

"Hey...he's lying on the table!"

Sure enough, Tsunade was already unconscious just after lunch at noon, and without Orochimaru around, she returned to a state of drunkenness and dreams.

"Forget it, you can handle it yourself! I'm going to report on my work."

Before Shizune could continue to ask more questions, Orochimaru's figure disappeared.

I just wanted to store the scroll when I came back. I still had to report to the Third Generation after not seeing anyone for so long, and I also wanted to check with Danzo.

Let’s see how the old thief Danzo’s research is progressing and his own two pairs of eyes.

"Hiruzen, when do you plan to step down?"

The Third Hokage was sitting at his desk smoking a cigarette, and opposite him was a one-eyed, one-armed middle-aged man, who was the old thief Danzo.

"This matter will still need to be determined by the villagers' election to find the best candidate to be the next Hokage."

The third generation looked at Danzo's fiery expression and snorted coldly in his heart.

In his opinion, no matter who sits in this position, it is impossible for Danzo to sit in this position. He still knows this is a big deal.

The two grew up together and had the same teacher. They have relied on and competed with each other for so many years, and they know each other very well.

The two cooperate and oppose each other. The third generation is responsible for the overall management on the surface, while Danzo is responsible for solving some problems that are difficult to solve on the surface.

Danzo does all the dirty and tiring work, and the two of them are yin and yang. There are even rumors that there is Hiruzen on the outside and Danzo on the inside.

After so many years of development, the root force Danzo has established has become extraordinary, and as a high-level official in Konoha, his authority is very heavy.

It's just that this old Yinbi doesn't know how to publicize his own personality. He has paid so much for Konoha, and most of the things he does are shady.

Therefore, his reputation among the masses is very poor, and because of the military-style management of the root organization, what he does is not known to outsiders at all.

After hearing that the third generation was going to run for Hokage according to the formal procedures, Danzo's eyes were filled with gloom.

This method has no chance of winning for him. This clearly tells him that the position of Hokage cannot be given to you, but you need to fight for it yourself. Don't say that I won't give you a chance. You are useless, little brother. .

The Third Hokage was ordered to do so during the First Ninja War and did not follow these procedures, but now it is peace time.

If he wants to win the position of Hokage, he must either run for office or get rid of the Konoha senior officials who oppose him.

But the latter is obviously impossible, not to mention that the third generation will not agree, and Koharu and Mito Kaden will not stand on his side for no reason. This is not in their interests.

"Hmph! I have devoted so many years to Konoha, and my qualifications and merit are enough to hold this position!"

Danzo still doesn't give up. In his opinion, the Hokage will come to my house this year.

He has been doing all the dirty work for so many years, so there must be hard work without credit! If he is not qualified, who else is?

As long as the third generation nods, even if the other two elders have opinions, it will be of no use. By then, the Anbu and the roots will be in his hands, and he will have the most important military power. Two old guys with no real power cannot make any big waves!

I have been a Hokage for more than 20 years, what’s wrong with asking me to do it for a few more years? As long as you nod, the next speaker will be me, the Fourth Hokage Shimura Danzo!

My own failure is terrible, but my brother's success is even more heart-wrenching!

"Duanzo! This position is not something you can just do if you want to. Even if I agree, the villagers won't agree, and if the villagers agree, the major families won't agree!"

Seeing that Danzo still wanted to abdicate, the Third Generation was also annoyed. What era do you think we are in now? The two great ninja wars have passed!

Take another look at who you are? It would be fine if Danzo you were an honest person who worked hard for the development of Konoha, but if you don't look at yourself in the mirror, no matter what work you do, you smell of blood, you are destined to be invisible in this life!

Besides, do you think I'm blind for developing the root organization that serves you behind my back all these years? Besides, you are not my disciple. Over the years, there are many outstanding ninjas in the village. Why should I let you, an old guy who cannot stand up to the stage, be the Hokage?

After hearing Sandaime's words, Danzo's face turned blue and white, and finally turned red and shouted:

"Just say it! Hiruzen, do you support me being the talker?"

In his opinion, the will of the villagers and the opinions of the major families are nonsense. Anyone who dares to disobey will be suppressed. With iron-blooded methods, he is not afraid that they will not recognize his status.

"You have so many people supporting you, it's enough without me!"

Saying this, do you think I am your godfather? After a pause, Sandai continued:

"Danzo, I have to retire after so many years. Konoha needs new blood and energetic young Hokages to lead Konoha. There is no ship to carry us in the new era!"

The third generation looked at Danzo seriously, and his tone became less aggressive. These were his words from the bottom of his heart.

But these words had another meaning when Danzo heard them.

"You Sarutobi Hiruzen have been Hokage for more than twenty years. You have done enough and are tired. You are going to retire.

And me? I have been working day and night for more than 20 years, and now I have finally managed to survive your retirement, but you come to me and tell me to stop, there are young and outstanding ninjas out there.

If I can't beat you to death, I really want to go up and give you a few big mouths! "

One can imagine how devastated Danzo was at this moment, as a sinister look instantly flashed across his eyes.