Previously, when Hanaku learned about Kazuki, he thought it was a second Madara.
However, Hanaku later discovered that Kazuki seemed different from Madara. If he were truly like Madara, his mother would not treat him in such a way.
When Hanaku learned that Kazuki used the hundred-meter-tall Susanoo, he was even more unable to remain calm. His strength was absolutely not inferior to Madara's back then.
For Konoha, having such a Hokage successor, it was unknown whether it was a blessing or a curse.
However, Kazuki should be able to protect Konoha, right?
Considering Konoha's current situation, Kazuki was the most suitable to become Hokage, and no one could stop him from becoming Hokage anymore.
Even if the Daimyo might have some complaints, logically speaking, the relationship between the Hokage and the Daimyo was equal. If Kazuki gained Konoha's recognition, then the Daimyo could not restrain the Hokage.
The current Konoha was not the weak Konoha of the future. When Hashirama and the Daimyo cooperated, both sides maintained an equal relationship, which was written into the original agreement.
The Daimyo could not directly interfere with the selection of the Hokage.
As a member of the Senju clan, Hanaku sometimes could not choose what decision he should make. It was hard to imagine what the situation would be like after Kazuki would become Hokage in the future.
After all, looking at Kazuki's personality, he did not seem like someone who would be subservient to others. If the Daimyo displeased him, Kazuki would probably put a knife directly to the Daimyo's neck.
It wasn't that Hanaku had now become a lackey of the Daimyo. He was mainly concerned about Konoha's safety, as even Kazuki might not be able to defeat the Daimyo if they revealed their trump card.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, Kazuki." Hanaku said, collecting his emotions and greeting Kazuki.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, uncle Hanaku." Kazuki thought for a moment and still addressed Hanaku this way.
Not only was he Tsunade's father, but simply because he was Mito's son, Kazuki would respect him.
As for him being Hashirama's son, Kazuki actually wouldn't respect him that much. He only respected Mito, and as for Hashirama, he wasn't worthy of his special respect.
"Mm."
The two sat opposite each other, and after a long time, Hanaku finally spoke, "Thank you for taking care of Nawaki. I have already seen him, and he has grown a lot in recent years."
"Nawaki's own talent is very good, he is a very diligent ninja." When Nawaki was mentioned, a faint smile appeared on Kazuki's lips.
Nawaki and Samehada were very compatible, and Samehada also liked Nawaki. After acquiring Samehada, Nawaki's strength has been growing at a visible rate.
Currently, he possesses genuine Jonin level strength, a fourteen-year-old Jonin, he is still a little behind Tsunade and the others at their age. But this is already very impressive.
Moreover, given Nawaki's configuration, it's not impossible for him to fight against an Elite Jonin.
"Heh heh, I know what kind of person Nawaki is. Actually, he's not suited to be a ninja, but when he was three years old, I took him back to Konoha to see his mother, and he fell in love with Konoha, and his talent is also quite good, so I temporarily allowed it." Hanaku shook his head slightly.
On this matter, he chose to respect Nawaki's own choice. As for himself, he really didn't have much interest in being a ninja.
"He has always been excellent and hardworking. It's just that for you all to want him to grow to the level of the First Hokage, it's almost impossible." Kazuki mentioned Nawaki, and a smile also appeared on his lips.
"But his talent is definitely not bad."
If Nawaki continues to grow at his current rate, gradually, it won't be difficult for him to reach elite jonin at 16, and then it's a matter of slow accumulation. By around thirty, when his body is in its prime, reaching Kage-level is very normal.
If one lacks talent, no matter how many resources they have, it's impossible to grow to the Kage level.
He just set his own standards a little too high. Growing to the level of the First Hokage, let alone Nawaki, even Tobirama couldn't do it back then.
Compared to Tobirama, Nawaki is still quite a bit behind. Of course, Tobirama's Water Release is enough for Nawaki to learn from.
Actually, the main reason is that you and your wife are holding Tsunade and Nawaki back.
Kazuki sensed Hanaku's aura. The other party might not have undergone specialized ninja training for many years, but his vitality and other aspects were even better than Tsunade's and Nawaki's.
In other words, Hanaku's talent is great. Of course, this is understandable. After all, this is the son of Hashirama and Mito.
It's just a pity that his bloodline was later diluted by the descendants of the Daimyo, which significantly reduced Tsunade's and Nawaki's talent.
Speaking of which, when Nawaki grows up, he can introduce him to a girl from the Uchiha clan, or have him marry a member of the Uzumaki clan or Senju clan, the bloodline concentration should not continue to decrease. This is also for the future of the Ninja World.
Look at Boruto in the future. You can say Boruto is too mischievous or that he doesn't have enough drive, but you can't say his talent is bad.
"That's right. Nawaki is very good right now." Hanaku nodded slightly.
"After a while, I'll let Nawaki go to the Daimyo's mansion for a period of time. The Daimyo also wants someone to protect his safety. Now Nawaki has become a well-known genius in the village."
"Protect the Daimyo? You're willing?" Kazuki looked at Hanaku with a hint of playfulness.
It was a good thing the Daimyo hadn't asked him to be a guard. Otherwise, Kazuki would definitely not mind having the Daimyo's mansion play a game.