Under the astonished gazes of the crowd, the Fourth Hokage's inauguration ceremony was successfully completed.
Among them, the woman kneeling before him became a hot topic among the villagers of Hidden Leaf Village.
After all… as a citizen of Konoha, the rising status of ninja meant that the village would soon become the center of the Land of Fire.
At that time, Konoha might develop into a flourishing city just like the country's capital.
Needless to say for the ninja themselves—even ordinary villagers who weren't ninja would benefit greatly.
Thus, in a short time, Mirai Uchiha's popularity among the villagers reached an unprecedented level.
Even Hashirama Senju, the so-called "God of Ninja," couldn't compare.
The Uchiha Clan directly celebrated Mirai Uchiha becoming the Fourth Hokage by lighting fireworks all night long.
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Morning.
Mirai Uchiha stepped out of Linxia's room.
Such a beautiful and noble woman—he had no reason to set her free.
Besides… Linxia showed complete obedience without any resistance.
Mirai Uchiha headed straight to the Hokage Tower.
This time, he officially moved into the Hokage's Office with the identity of the Fourth Hokage.
Several scrolls lay on the desk, all concerning property arrangements involving the Shimura Clan, Tenkin Clan, and Mito Gate Clan.
Half of these properties were claimed by the Uchiha Clan, while the remaining half was divided among other ninja clans such as the Kurama Clan, Hyūga Clan, and Nara Clan.
Mirai Uchiha simply glanced through them before signing his name.
With his current status and position, money had already become nothing more than optional numbers.
It was better to distribute it among others, letting those loyal ninja clans taste some sweetness.
After all… only when both the stick and the carrot were used together could subordinates devote themselves entirely to serving him.
Even though he possessed overwhelming strength, various trivial matters still required his underlings to handle.
"Hmm?"
Mirai Uchiha raised his eyebrows slightly, revealing a meaningful smile in his eyes.
On the scroll he held was information regarding the arrangement of a particular estate.
Though not particularly large, if he recalled correctly, this estate should have once belonged to Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju.
"Come in."
A woman with a mask and long purple hair appeared before Mirai Uchiha.
"Yugao, transfer ownership of this property to my name."
"Yes!"
After Yugao Uzuki left, Mirai Uchiha handled a bit more paperwork on his desk before letting out an impatient yawn.
These matters are too cumbersome. It seems establishing a Hokage secretary team has become an urgent matter.
Mirai Uchiha created a Shadow Clone, then his original body left the Konoha administrative building.
He arrived in front of a civilian residence and knocked on the door.
Seeing Mirai Uchiha, Kushina Uzumaki's face lit up with a surprised smile: "Mirai?"
"How come you're here? Come in quickly!"
She stepped aside to welcome him inside, then poured a cup of tea and said jokingly, "The Fourth gracing my humble home truly makes it shine with glory."
Mirai Uchiha couldn't help but laugh out loud: "Kushina, even you have learned how to flatter now."
Kushina gave a soft humph.
It was Mirai Uchiha who gave her the free life she had longed for so much. What was wrong with offering a bit of flattery?
If it had been that old windbag Hiruzen Sarutobi instead, she would've punched him without hesitation.
The bedroom door opened beside them, and Minato Namikaze walked out carrying a sleeping infant boy.
"Minato, when did you become such a hands-on dad?"
Upon hearing this, Minato smiled helplessly: "No choice. Unable to compete against freaks like you, I can only stay at home idly."
Although becoming Hokage had been his lifelong dream, he had no complaints about losing to someone like Mirai Uchiha.
Mirai Uchiha put down his teacup and turned serious: "Minato, are you interested in becoming the head of Anbu?"
Minato looked slightly surprised: "Anbu Commander? Me?"
Mirai Uchiha nodded: "Exactly."
Minato asked curiously: "Why me?"
Anbu was the personal guard directly under the Hokage, comprised of the most trusted ninja by the Hokage himself.
He had assumed Mirai Uchiha would choose Shisui Uchiha for the position...
Mirai Uchiha replied calmly: "Minato, there's my own reasoning behind appointing you as Anbu Commander."
"This is preparing you in advance for becoming Hokage in the future."
"Become Hokage?!"
Both Minato and Kushina exclaimed simultaneously; even the sleeping Naruto Uzumaki in Minato's arms frowned slightly in discomfort.
"What exactly do you mean, Mirai?"
Kushina hadn't noticed Naruto's reaction yet, glaring at Mirai Uchiha with confusion written all over her face.
Mirai Uchiha spoke softly: "Becoming Hokage was merely to heal the Uchiha Clan's heartache."
"I personally have no attachment to being Hokage."
"If nothing goes wrong, I will unify the entire ninja world and establish a unified nation."
"I shall become the Emperor of this nation, bringing an eternal end to all wars."
"Once that time comes, the Hokage position will be yours..."
Mirai Uchiha briefly explained his plan.
Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki were so stunned they couldn't utter a word.
Unifying the Ninja World?
An Emperor?
So Mirai's ambitions were this grand?
"What? Don't tell me..."
"You're not willing?"
After hearing Mirai's words, both Minato and Kushina immediately shook their heads vigorously.
Becoming Hokage had been their lifelong dream since childhood. How could they possibly refuse?
Especially Minato, whose bright and cheerful demeanor now radiated excitement.
He originally thought he'd lost all hope of becoming Hokage once Mirai took over.
Never did he expect Mirai still had such plans in mind.
Minato stood up, his expression serious as he solemnly said, "Mirai, I vow to give my all. I won't let down your expectations."
Mirai motioned toward the teacup on the table, and Kushina immediately picked up the teapot to refill it.
"Not bad."
Mirai smiled and finished the tea in one gulp.
Back when he hadn't yet grown into his own, the couple had supported him greatly.
Now that he had the capability, he didn't mind giving them a little joy.
After all, it was just a small, effortless gesture...
However, after his initial excitement, Minato's expression grew serious.
"Mirai, your idea of eliminating wars in the Ninja World by forming a unified nation does sound amazing."
"But... Even if the entire Ninja World became a single nation, different regions would inevitably develop conflicts."
"Without war, humans will continue to reproduce, and limited resources will eventually become scarce due to a population surge. This is the natural course of development."
"If improperly managed, even with unification, external threats would simply transform into internal strife..."
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