"Ding! Changed Hiruzen Sarutobi's fate, rewarding one draw opportunity!"
"Ding! Changed Danzo Shimura's fate, rewarding one draw opportunity!"
Wait?!
Only two?
A strange look flashed in Bai Ye's eyes. Logically speaking, Homura Mitokado and Utatane Koharu were also killed by him.
Similarly, the fates of Tsunade and Orochimaru were also changed by him, along with Uchiha Fugaku, Sasuke, and other members of the Uchiha Clan. The fates of all these people were altered.
Why wasn't this counted as his reward?!
"Ding! Changed the Uchiha Clan's fate, rewarding two draw opportunities!"
Four draw opportunities. The change to the Uchiha was counted as two draw opportunities, not including everyone.
Similarly, Bai Ye also noticed that some less important people did not seem to grant him reward opportunities, and neither did those whose fates were indirectly changed.
It seemed his previous expectation of a chain reaction leading to dozens of draw opportunities had been completely shattered.
But thinking about it, if it were given like that, he might change the fate of some people just by doing anything.
However, Bai Ye still felt pretty good about getting four draw opportunities.
Bai Ye temporarily ignored the draw opportunities and looked at the other Ninja clans. Now that Hiruzen Sarutobi and others had been dealt with, Konoha was essentially leaderless.
He glanced at Hiashi Hyuga. It was his turn to step forward now. Otherwise, if he had just killed Hiruzen Sarutobi and then immediately declared himself Hokage, it would seem too abrupt. Although at this point, no one would dare to object, it would only set a very bad precedent.
Similarly, he also needed Hiashi Hyuga to make a statement. The interests of the Sarutobi and other clans were to be taken by them. If they didn't do something, how could he accept it in good conscience?
Receiving Bai Ye's gaze, Hiashi Hyuga slowly walked out from the crowd, then lightly coughed, "Today's matter is clear. It was a struggle between the Third Hokage and the Uchiha. Since both sides have determined a victor, we will proceed with Hiruzen Sarutobi's burial as the Hokage. As for any past mistakes or achievements, let others judge them. How about we elect a new Hokage tomorrow?"
In fact, he had initially considered whether to conceal some of Hiruzen Sarutobi's actions.
After all, this would be a stain on a Kage's reputation, and also a stain on the Village.
But Hiashi Hyuga also found it somewhat unacceptable, mainly due to Hizashi Hyuga's death. For years, he had wanted to clear Hizashi Hyuga's name, for himself, and for the Hyuga Clan.
Therefore, Hiashi Hyuga decided to do it this way!
And upon seeing Hiashi Hyuga's stance, many people more or less agreed, but some also had other thoughts in their hearts at this moment.
"Shikaku, what do we say?"
"Let's elect the Hokage tomorrow. It seems Konoha is about to undergo a great change!"
Shikaku said softly, and Akimichi Choza, beside him, also looked a bit strange.
A change was certainly coming, but from his words, it seemed not so simple.
"They've formed an alliance."
"How is that possible?!"
Inoichi Yamanaka looked at Nara Shikaku in shock. This answer made him feel a sense of astonishment.
The Uchiha and Hyuga actually cooperating?
"The Hyuga's actions today were very strange. Didn't you see that most of our clan members were blocked outside? And it was the Hyuga who blocked them. At first, I thought they were preparing to make the first move, but now it seems highly likely they have already cooperated. And from the conditions of both sides, it's quite possible that Bai Ye will become the Fifth Hokage later. This is the first time since Konoha's founding, and something never thought possible—that a Uchiha could become Hokage!"
This was what surprised Shikaku the most. In his opinion, the Uchiha could absolutely not become Hokage.
After all, the Uchiha's current situation, as well as policies inherited from the past, were all directed against the Uchiha. This led to the Uchiha having a very bad reputation in the Village, and coupled with being disliked by many Ninja, very few Uchiha were able to enter the decision-making level.
But now, Bai Ye's successful resistance not only resolved all the original obstacles but also made it possible for the Uchiha to become Hokage. In his view, the Hokage position already belonged to Bai Ye, and tomorrow would likely just be a formality.
The Hokage had always been from the Senju line, having no relation to anyone else. If you weren't from the Senju line, you couldn't become Hokage. And this dissatisfaction wasn't just with the Uchiha; perhaps the Hyuga Clan was also dissatisfied, along with past events and other interests. In short, these two clans had cooperated.
"The Hokage isn't chosen by everyone—"
Akimichi Choza was about to say something, but then he stopped.
Because he remembered that Hiruzen Sarutobi's ascension wasn't chosen by everyone either, but was designated by the Second Hokage.
It seemed that the current situation would truly be as Shikaku said.
"In short, after tomorrow, the Village will probably usher in a new order, and we also need to get on good terms with the Uchiha. Speaking of which, it shouldn't be worse than now, right?!"
Shikaku pondered for a moment, feeling that although the Hokage had changed, it seemed like it could lead to greater strength.
Uchiha Bai Ye's strength was clearly much greater than the current Third Hokage + Danzo and others combined.
Therefore, in terms of high-end combat power, he won.
And the Uchiha Clan was also stronger than the Sarutobi clan and other combined clans.
This wasn't just the Uchiha; many other clans would also integrate later.
Not only the Uchiha, but many clans in the Village were dissatisfied with Hiruzen Sarutobi. This actually led to some wasted resources and an inability to fully utilize combat power within the Village.
Reaching this point, in Shikaku's view, was entirely Hiruzen Sarutobi's own doing.
In order to consolidate his power, he framed Konoha White Fang and forced the Sannin away. Now, there was no one left in the Village who could stand up and help him.
Moreover, the Hokage position leaving the Senju line was not a bad thing.
"Then let's go back tonight and discuss it!"
Inoichi Yamanaka pondered for a moment, then looked at Shikaku and asked.
They certainly couldn't rest tonight; they had to make some preparations for tomorrow. Perhaps most of the other great clans were doing the same.
With such a major event happening tonight, who could sleep?
"Everyone, let's stop here for tonight. How about we discuss other matters tomorrow?"
Bai Ye glanced at everyone present. It was clearly not suitable to elect a Hokage tonight, and there were still many things to discuss with the clan.
The crowd also didn't want to stay there. Everyone was already dead, so what else could be said?
"Naruto, do you want to stay in the clan tonight?"
Bai Ye looked at the somewhat dejected Naruto, who evidently hadn't recovered from the previous events.
Perhaps it was because he had learned the truth.
Lies don't hurt people; the truth is a sharp blade.
"Clan Head Bai Ye, is my father really a hero? Can you tell me about my father?"
Naruto took a deep breath, then looked at Bai Ye seriously. For him, even though he had been deceived, used, and even had bonds artificially created, at this moment, he still maintained an optimistic attitude.
"Of course, by the way, do you still feel like hearing this now?"
Bai Ye was a little curious. If it were anyone else, they probably wouldn't be in the mood right now.
"Although I was deceived by Grandpa Third Hokage and realized that my experiences over the years should have been better, at least now I know the truth. I can tell everyone that I am not a demon fox, and my father is the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze!!"
As he spoke, Naruto gave a thumbs-up, a brilliant smile flashing across his face.
This optimistic demeanor even stunned Sasuke, who was beside him.
He…
"Is this Ashura's Chakra acting up?"
There was no Kotoamatsukami from Shisui at this time.
Had his personality changed, or was Naruto's personality always like this?
Bai Ye suddenly felt that Ashura's Chakra was truly terrifying. After such treatment, not to mention turning dark, he should at least be somewhat erratic like Gaara was at first, right?
Yet he remained so optimistic. No wonder he was one of the few male protagonists in Japanese anime without any dark spots. To say it and do it—that was his Ninja Way.
"How about this, you and Sasuke sleep together tonight. You can learn about your father's story from Sasuke!"
"Ah?"
Sasuke was stunned, looking at Bai Ye with some confusion. Why was Naruto staying with him?
And they were going to sleep together?
No?!
Wasn't anyone going to speak up for him?
He hadn't agreed at all!
"What 'ah'? Aren't you classmates? From now on, you and Naruto will live together. Also, I will train you, Naruto. Starting tomorrow, you, like Sasuke, will also become my disciple!"
"…"
Since he had Sasuke, Bai Ye naturally didn't mind taking on another Naruto.
Hearing Bai Ye's words, Naruto's face froze. He evidently hadn't expected Bai Ye to take him as a disciple.
This happiness seemed to come somewhat suddenly.
"This dead last is also going to be taken as a disciple by Sensei?"
Sasuke turned his head to look at Naruto with some surprise. At the Ninja Academy, Naruto's talent was very poor. Why would Sensei take Naruto as a disciple?
Was it because of his tragic experiences?
"But my talent isn't good…"
Naruto said, lowering his head in shame. Although he had constantly clamored to become Bai Ye's disciple before, when Bai Ye was actually going to take him as a disciple, he hesitated a little.
"Your talent is excellent. Your father, Minato Namikaze, and your mother, Kushina Uzumaki, were both very talented Ninja. Your talent simply hasn't been developed yet!"
"Really?"
A flicker of joy passed through Naruto's heart. After all, nothing was more joyful than receiving recognition and respect from others.
This also made Naruto feel a long-lost warmth.
"Of course, go rest with Sasuke first. There are still many things to deal with tonight."
Today's matters were not over yet.
On the other side.
Itachi was currently looking at Shisui and Fugaku in disarray.
He hadn't expected that his best friend and his father would now stand on opposite sides of him.
"Let's go, Itachi."
Through a swirl of a different dimension, Obito appeared before Itachi. He had originally intended to retrieve Shisui's eyes today.
However, he hadn't expected Bai Ye to win, and Itachi was no match for Shisui and Fugaku at all.
Two Mangekyo fighting one Itachi made Obito, who was originally planning to hide and ambush, decide to quickly retreat.
If Bai Ye reacted, then it would truly be impossible to leave.
However, although he had finished speaking, Itachi still showed no intention of leaving, and Obito knew that Itachi seemed to be intent on continuing to hold back the two Mangekyo so that the plan on that side could succeed.
Obito could only mercilessly expose Itachi's current thoughts: "Hiruzen Sarutobi, Danzo Shimura, and others have all been killed by Bai Ye. Danzo's Root has also been annihilated. The Konoha Village clans and other Ninja did not choose to continue fighting. After the two sides decided the victor, this matter is completely over. Konoha will elect a new Hokage tomorrow!"
Zetsu had been observing the battle earlier, and immediately informed Obito of the news after it ended.
He also expressed some of his doubts: Bai Ye's eyes were very special, not quite like a Mangekyo, but rather like an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan.
However, previous investigations showed that Bai Ye did not have the qualifications for an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan at all.
After telling Obito all this, Obito could now only use Itachi. Perhaps he could wait until later for Itachi and Sasuke, this pair of brothers, to produce an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan. Now, using the conflict between Itachi and Bai Ye, once Itachi had an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, he would definitely seek out Bai Ye.
But at present, he had no strength to fight Bai Ye. If he didn't retreat now, it would be troublesome later.
He wasn't very keen on appearing in the sight of everyone in Konoha just yet.
"Impossible… How is that possible?!"
Itachi's belief seemed to be collapsing at this moment. Bai Ye had won, and according to the intelligence gathered earlier, Bai Ye would become Hokage after winning.
If Konoha fell into Bai Ye's hands, Konoha would probably be truly finished, right?!
How could a Uchiha become Hokage?!
Even now, Uchiha Itachi stubbornly believed that the Uchiha Clan simply could not become Hokage!
Once a Uchiha became Hokage, Konoha would definitely collapse.
"It's over, Konoha is completely finished. That guy…"
"Don't say so much, let's go!"
Obito directly placed his hand on Itachi's shoulder, then used Kamui to leave the area.
The Akatsuki Organization currently lacked talent, and he also needed to create an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan. Itachi was the best pawn, and he would not allow Itachi to die before that.
"This?!"
Fugaku and Shisui looked at the two's strange departure method, and for a moment, they didn't know what to do.
Space ability?
"What now?"
Actually, from the previous battle, Shisui and Fugaku had no intention of killing Itachi. They thought they could quickly resolve the fight with Itachi, but they hadn't expected the masked man to suddenly appear and take Itachi away.
"Hiruzen Sarutobi has also been dealt with. The subsequent events will likely follow Bai Ye's earlier plans. We should now inform Bai Ye of the situation here!"
Shisui was helpless; he hadn't fulfilled what he had promised Bai Ye earlier.
"Then let's go back!"
Fugaku nodded, and the two returned to the Uchiha. After informing Bai Ye of the situation there,
Bai Ye was also a little surprised. He hadn't expected Itachi to activate his Mangekyo in such a situation.
And Obito appeared and took Itachi away. Thinking about it, perhaps he should leave it to Sasuke later.
Bai Ye rubbed his chin. It would be good to leave a pair of Mangekyo for Sasuke so he could synthesize an Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan later. Otherwise, with Sasuke's usage, they would be useless in a month.