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Chapter 200 The 4th Hokage, please join us!
"Everyone, I have been in power for seventeen years, and today, I will finally give way to Hatake Sakumo."
"In the past few years, Konoha has achieved great success, which makes me proud and gratified."
"But my era has come to an end, and the new baton will be taken over by Hatake Sakumo."
"The younger generation will eventually take the stage, and it starts with me today."
Xingye Feng spoke every word clearly, reaching everyone's ears.
The entire square was silent, and everyone listened attentively. After Xingye Feng finished his last sentence, a sad atmosphere arose.
Senju Hashirama sensed the change in atmosphere and couldn't help but exclaimed: "Xiao Feng is really popular."
“Even after leaving office, he has such popular support.”
Uchiha Madara snorted coldly: "I'm afraid the people's sentiments are too strong. I don't know if the next Hokage can bear it."
The people's strong support will make it very difficult for the new Hokage. This highly sticky public support is a double-edged sword.
After a moment's silence, Hashirama Senju suddenly chuckled and looked up at the Fourth Hokage, saying, "I think Xiaofeng must know. I believe there will be a solution."
“He’s never let me down.”
Uchiha Madara narrowed his eyes but did not refute his words.
On the stage, Xingye Feng naturally felt this deep feeling of sorrow and he was also very moved by it, but this emotion could not last long.
So, he took a deep breath, and his tone suddenly rose, as if he was cheering.
"And the young man next to me - Hatake Sakumo, is probably unknown to the people present."
The Anbu is Konoha's secret agency, and its popularity is not high among ordinary villagers.
As the head of the Anbu, Hatake Sakumo's identity is naturally strictly protected.
The focus of this ceremony gradually shifted to Hatake Sakumo. People in the square whispered and talked to each other, all trying to get news.
"Who is he? Do any of you know him?"
"I don't know, but I heard this name has great achievements and once led the Second Ninja World War."
"Huh? Is that so? I didn't expect this person to be the Hokage!"
"From this point of view, it seems very good. I think he should be able to take on the position of Hokage."
"Well, that's not necessarily the case. A Hokage who can fight doesn't mean anything."
Hatake Sakumo had excellent hearing and could hear all the whispers from the audience. Hearing these discussions and doubts, he couldn't help but look at Hoshino Kaede with a wry smile.
Feeling Hatake Sakumo's gaze, Hoshino Kaede smiled and said, "Why? Are you feeling stressed?"
Hatake Sakumo nodded and said truthfully, "It's very big. Your prestige is too high. I don't know if I can handle it."
Looking at the crowds of people in three layers inside and outside, Xingye Feng's expression became serious: "The prestige is too high, so we should work hard to catch up and let the facts speak for themselves."
"Time can smooth everything out and dilute everything. Don't look at the current situation, but as long as you make achievements, then you will have a secure position."
Hatake Sakumo nodded thoughtfully, pondering in his mind.
Hoshino Kaede raised his hand and pressed it to silence the crowd's discussion, and continued, "Hatake Sakumo was the commander of the Second Ninja World War and the head of Konoha's Anbu."
"Over the years, you have been working hard for Konoha and fighting against forces from other villages, making outstanding contributions."
"During the Second Shinobi World War, he captured the Chiyo elder of the Sand Village alive, laying the foundation for victory."
"So, I choose him to succeed the Fourth Hokage!"
Hoshino Kaede kept talking about Hatake Sakumo's past and recounting his military achievements one by one.
These real achievements in battle made the people who didn't know him suddenly see the light, and they immediately looked at him with admiration.
In a short period of time, the doubts dropped to freezing point and most people began to support it.
Seeing this, Hoshino Kaede curled his lips and looked at Hatake Sakumo: "It's your turn. I have done everything I can. The rest depends on you."
After the groundwork is done, it's time for the main character to come on stage.
Upon hearing this, Hatake Sakumo took a deep breath, revealed a firm and serious look, stood in front of the stage, and began the Fourth Hokage's speech.
And Hoshino Kaede quietly retreated, and the rest was up to Hatake Sakumo.
Seeing this, Hashirama Senju grabbed Uchiha Madara who was caught off guard, walked out of the crowd, and found Hoshino Kaede.
"Are you just going to leave it like this?" Hashirama asked curiously.
Hoshino Kaede spread his hands: "What else? Sakumo is not a child anymore. He knows what to do. I don't need to say more."
Senju Hashirama pretended to be in deep thought, paused and said, "There is a sense of sharpness in him, is he practicing swordsmanship?"
After that, he asked himself again: "I didn't expect the swordsmanship to be so strong."
Hoshino Kaede smiled and said, "Sakumo's swordsmanship is unique in the ninja world, and this sharpness is also what I value."
"In this situation, we must be unstoppable and sharp."
Senju Hashirama nodded: "That's true." Then he asked Hoshino Kaede: "What do you plan to do after you leave office?"
"Me?" Xingye Feng thought for a moment, then sighed and shook his head, "I'm afraid I can't rest yet. Sakumo needs some time to adapt, so I can only take over first."
Then, he asked, "By the way, teacher, have you decided what to do?"
During this month, Hashirama traveled all over Konoha, but he still couldn't decide what to do.
His identity was extremely sensitive, and no one in Konoha knew about it except for a few people.
Hashirama scratched his head and said frantically, "Oh, don't mention it. I find that I can't keep up with the times."
"I can't play with any of the things that Orochimaru invented."
Hoshino Feng suppressed his laughter and said, "The things invented by Orochimaru are really interesting. People need to keep up with the times and practice more."
The scientific research fanatic Orochimaru did not disappoint his expectations and invented new things almost every year.
When it comes to technology, Orochimaru can hold up the entire sky of Konoha, and this is absolutely no joke.
Every time his invention appears in the market, it will inevitably trigger a shopping boom and boost Konoha's economy.
Of the profits generated by these inventions, Orochimaru belonged to himself and made a fortune.
"Alas..." Hearing his disciple say this, Hashirama lowered his head in frustration, with a sad face.
Suddenly, there was a commotion in the meeting room during the conversation. Xingye Feng curved his eyebrows and nodded approvingly.
"It looks like the ceremony is over."
At this moment in the meeting hall, in complete contrast to the depressed mood just now, Hatake Sakumo conquered them with his personal charm.
Everyone was extremely excited. They were cheering and shouting, celebrating the birth of the Fourth Hokage.
This news spread rapidly throughout the ninja world like a wave.
After hearing this, the Kazekage in the Sand Village could not help but say with regret: "Hatake Sakumo... Konoha is really full of talented people."