Chapter 1: In Sunagakure, About to Ascend the Throne, Feeling a Little Panicked
My name is Sayan, and I am a transmigrator.
[Laktozlu: The protagonist, "Sayan," is an original character who transmigrated from our world into the Naruto universe. In the original translation, his name was rendered as "Shi Yan," but I have changed it to "Sayan."]
Today, I have to make a major decision, one that will change my entire life. Because I transmigrated into the Naruto world.
That's right, the world where Shinobi are tools and civilians are worth less than dogs. The Naruto world where sons kill fathers, fathers harm sons, students kill masters, and masters betray students.
More importantly, the place where I live is not Konohagakure! It's Sunagakure—a place filled with yellow sand, lacking water and supplies, and destined to be humiliated by Deidara in the later years.
And that important decision is... I am about to succeed as the Sandaime Kazekage of Sunagakure.
That's right, the cursed seat of the Kazekage. In the original story, the Sandaime was killed in the Village by his own people, the Yondaime was stabbed to death by Orochimaru, and the Godaime was humiliated by Deidara before having his Tailed Beast extracted and dying. All sorts of unimaginable ways to die.
The Kage of other Villages die in battle by taking the enemy down with them to protect the new generation; only the Kage of Suna die in such obscure and pathetic ways.
I think it's ridiculous, but there's no way around it. Because Sunagakure just participated in the Second Great Ninja War.
And then... the Nidaime Kazekage was beaten badly... If I hadn't erupted at the end to block the pursuers, Suna might have had to surrender directly!
And most importantly... I am the child that the Nidaime Kazekage, Shamon, picked up and raised. Whether in terms of strength or political status, I am the unquestionable choice.
"Sayan, what do you think of our proposal just now? Nidaime-sama is still unconscious, and only you can take charge of the overall situation and lead everyone forward."
Chiyo-sama, sitting opposite him, expressed great helplessness. Originally, through the development of Nidaime-sama and by avoiding the first war, Sunagakure had accumulated a lot of Shinobi and foundation.
It could be said that the current Sunagakure is at its absolute peak of the past few decades!
The older generation of Kage-level powerhouses includes the Nidaime Kazekage, Chiyo herself, Bunpuku, and Ebizo—totalling three and a half, with Ebizo counting as half. The new generation has Sayan and Sasuke, two Kage-level fighters. [Laktozlu: The author has given the Third Kazekage, whose name was never revealed in the original series, the name "Sasuke."]
It was the peak state of Sunagakure, but who knew that just as the war started, the Nidaime Kazekage would be heavily wounded and near death? If he hadn't been saved by Sayan, he would have died right then and there.
There was no choice; in this moment of crisis, someone must step up to lead the overall situation. Sayan was the most suitable candidate,he had the strength and the status.
But who knew this guy Sayan would actually space out on such an important occasion? This made Chiyo doubt her decision; maybe she should let Sasuke try. Although he was a bit weaker, he was still Kage-level after all.
Sayan's thoughts were interrupted by Chiyo's words. He jolted, quickly sat up straight.
"Chiyo-sama, I feel that my current seniority is still too shallow. Besides, isn't Shamon-sama still here? As long as Shamon-sama wakes up, it will be fine."
Are you kidding me? The Kazekage? This cursed position? If it were any other Kage, even the Mizukage of Kirigakure...
Sayan wouldn't have hesitated, but the Kazekage position really required careful consideration. And what time was it now? The Second Great Ninja War, a time when Konoha stood alone at the top. Just their younger generation could hold up the entire battlefield. Sakumo Hatake alone could dominate the entire Wind-Fire Battlefield.
Taking the stage now, isn't that just looking for trouble? And, most, most, most importantly, the Kazekage's hat is green! Green! Who the hell wants to wear green!
"Sigh~ Sayan, we all know that letting you succeed now is relatively cruel to you. But I have already diagnosed Shamon-sama; the injuries this time are too heavy. So, Sayan, Sunagakure needs you."
Chiyo sat in her chair, trying her best to persuade Sayan. There was no other way; in the younger generation, only Sayan and Sasuke were qualified. But in terms of battle record, status, and contribution, only Sayan was the most suitable.
Of course, the most important thing was Sayan's Jiton (Magnet Release) Kekkei Genkai. Sasuke's was Satetsu (Iron Sand), while Sayan's was Sakin (Gold Dust). Although Sunagakure's economy could still hold up now, what if it couldn't in the future? She heard that Sayan had saved up quite a bit of private money recently.
Sayan opened his mouth. Chiyo had already said this much; what else could he say? He also knew he was the most suitable. Raised by Shamon since childhood, he was loyal.
Plus, his heroic performance in the rearguard action not long ago and (most importantly) he possessed the Tenshi no Ou (Angel King) Template [Laktozlu: The power system originally called "Angel Hua Ye" (Chinese) by the author has been changed to "Tenshi no Ō" (Angel King) to better fit the universe.]
That's right, the Tenshi no Ou from a certain academy. Although it was only 20% fused and in the first stage, it had already given him Tailed Beast-level Chakra reserves.
Sayan had secretly compared himself to the Ichibi (One-Tail); he had about 1.5 times its amount. As expected, a One-Tailed Chakra amount is just weak.
And that was just one of the abilities. For example, having all seven types of Chakra, increased durability, and enhanced combat awareness had placed Sayan's strength at the peak of the Kage level.
He had originally planned to devour more energy to reach the second stage before preparing to take office. By his estimation, reaching the second stage should put him at the level of Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha (EMS). At that time, he would be a minor invincible existence.
Thinking carefully, having been in this world for over a decade, Sunagakure had given him initial safety and time to grow. In all fairness and reason, he shouldn't back down.
"Fine, I agree to become the Sandaime Kazekage. However, Chiyo-sama and everyone else must follow my commands completely from now on. Otherwise, please find someone more capable for this Kazekage position."
"Good, no problem. We will all listen to you. So, get ready; the succession ceremony will be in two days."
Hearing the response, everyone present was incredibly happy.