Hokage Tower.
Roof.
Kushina Uzumaki gasped for breath as she ran up the stairs, clutching the newly completed Hokage ceremonial robe.
"I did it! The ceremonial robe is done!"
Her voice instantly captured everyone's attention.
Minato Namikaze, Shizuka Yuhi, Hiashi Hyūga, Murakumo Kurama, Shikaku Nara...
Everyone instinctively stepped aside, clearing a path.
From behind them, a black-clad man with ink-like pupils stepped forward.
Early sunlight bathed his handsome face in gold.
His faintly lazy expression radiated unwavering confidence, naturally drawing eyes from all directions.
"Mirai, here's your ceremonial robe..."
Kushina handed the freshly made Hokage robe into Mirai Uchiha's hands.
"Thank you for all your hard work, Kushina."
Mirai Uchiha quickly put on the robe. The white fabric was embroidered with striking red flame patterns.
"The Fourth Hokage" was boldly stitched across the back.
Above the shoulders on the long sleeves was the Uchiha Clan's fan symbol.
Standing tall in the ceremonial robe, he resembled a sword drawn from its sheath—sharp and elegant.
"S-So cool..."
Kurenai Yuhi and Rin Nohara couldn't help but swoon.
Even the usually proud Anko Mitarashi found her breath quickening, "Senpai really does have that charismatic charm..."
As for Mikoto Uchiha and Konan, even in public, they gazed at Mirai Uchiha with dreamy expressions.
Yakumo Kurama grabbed her canvas and began sketching rapidly.
"Hey! Kakashi, look how amazing Mirai looks! Even though we're the same age, he became the Hokage already."
"It feels like a dream come true."
Listening to Genma Shiranami's words, Ebisu nodded in agreement.
Even if it were a dream, he wouldn't have dared to imagine receiving so much attention from beautiful women.
Kakashi Hatake let out a soft scoff, "Turn envy into motivation. Let jealousy fuel your persistence."
"One day, you two will shine just like Mirai does now."
This sudden lecture left Ebisu and Genma Shiranami momentarily taken aback.
A memory flashed through Kakashi's mind—the exact way Mirai had said this line before. He sighed lightly and patted both of their shoulders, "Life is long. Just keep learning."
Finished speaking, he noticed Mirai looking directly at him. Kakashi's mood suddenly brightened, and he dashed toward Mirai.
"Future, how did I do just now?"
Mirai Uchiha didn't hold back either. He coldly commented on Kakashi Hatake's actions: "A crude imitation. You aren't even a tenth of my caliber."
Time passed.
With everyone's anticipation, the inauguration ceremony of the Hokage officially began.
First, Shikaku Nara read a long opening speech.
Its content largely revolved around the founding ideals of Konoha, Mirai Uchiha's accomplishments, and the promotion of the Will of Fire.
Yet, instead of putting everyone to sleep, the speech electrified the entire atmosphere.
Finally… amidst thunderous cheers, Mirai Uchiha slowly walked to the edge of the Hokage Tower.
"Future-sama! Future-sama! Future-sama!"
"Ah! So handsome! How can someone be this beautiful and this strong at the same time?"
"I want to bear Mirai-sama's child! Is there any chance he'd look my way?!"
"Mirai-sama must be one of the youngest ever to become a Kage in the ninja world. From now on, Konoha will enter a golden age of peace and prosperity!"
"Mirai-sama is definitely the most perfect Hokage candidate in my heart!"
…
Mirai Uchiha just stood quietly as the cheers lasted for nearly ten minutes.
Many people had already fainted from sheer excitement.
Only when Mirai Uchiha slightly raised his hand did the crowd gradually quiet down.
Looking out over the sea of faces watching him with burning eyes, Mirai Uchiha spoke loudly.
"I'm very glad to receive everyone's recognition, allowing me to become the Fourth Hokage."
"Reforming the police force, defeating the Kazekage, Raikage, and Mizukage, leading everyone to victory in the war, eliminating parasites like Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura…"
"I've done many things in the past, and I'll do even more in the future."
"Bearing everyone's expectations, I absolutely won't fail."
"…I will eliminate wars in the ninja world and let everyone live peaceful, harmonious lives!"
Mirai Uchiha couldn't help but say a bit more; his mood had become somewhat excited.
Even though he had lived two lives, in this moment, he still felt his blood boiling with excitement.
Seeing Mirai Uchiha finish speaking, Shikaku Nara stepped forward again and shouted, "Everyone!"
"You all already know what happened recently, right?"
Hearing Shikaku Nara's words, the crowd in front of the Hokage Tower became ecstatic once more.
Of course they knew exactly which incident he was referring to.
Because of the Daimyo's obstruction, Mirai Uchiha had angrily killed him and forced the nobles to recognize the truth — that ninja possessing godlike abilities would stand at the pinnacle of the ninja world's hierarchy.
They finally admitted that ninja possessing divine power would occupy the highest position in the hierarchy of the ninja world.
The reason Ninja exist is because they are divine messengers sent by the Divine to govern the ninja world.
This matter indeed deserves mention at this moment.
Seeing everyone's expectant gazes, Shikaku Nara spoke plainly: "At the strong request of the Crown Princess from the Land of Fire, we have added a special segment to today's Hokage inauguration ceremony."
"Now, please welcome the Crown Princess!"
Thunderous applause broke out.
Under the watchful gaze of everyone, a woman dressed in an extravagant gown slowly stepped forward.
She carried herself with elegance and grace. Her ornaments sparkled with rarity and value. Her beauty was unmatched. Her status was undeniably noble...
Linxia approached Mirai Uchiha, knelt down, and respectfully lifted the Hokage hat—emblem of authority—high above her head.
"Lord Hokage, I represent the Daimyo and all the people to sincerely congratulate you on becoming the Hokage."
"Starting today, you shall be the most honored person in the Land of Fire!"
Mirai Uchiha accepted the Hokage hat from Linxia's hands. Immediately after, Linxia prostrated herself on the ground: "Please accept my allegiance."
Seeing Linxia's posture of submission, everyone present felt momentarily stunned.
They never expected that this so-called special segment would turn out to be such an act.
After quite some time, the crowd finally came back to their senses.
The Crown Princess, representing the highest nobility of the Land of Fire, had actually knelt before the Hokage!
In full view of so many witnesses!
The villagers of Hidden Leaf, who had never truly understood the significance of the Daimyo's subordination or the reversal between ninja and civilian statuses, now finally felt the change firsthand.
Lord Hokage truly is incredible!!!
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