112Uzumaki Naruto, come forward!AI Model: gemini-2.5-flashChapter 112 Uzumaki Naruto, here comes the action!
"They actually announced it at this time. He's truly bold."
Obito and Zetsu hid to the side, coldly watching the scene unfold.
As expected, everyone who was unaware was too shocked to speak.
This was truly a first in history.
But seeing the Daimyo, Hokage, and many other important figures with unchanged expressions, the clever ones quickly understood.
This was clearly premeditated; today was just to inform them.
Still, many people found it hard to believe.
How did Hokage-sama suddenly become the Daimyo just like that?
That speed, it must be Flying Thunder God.
Thinking about it, hmm, it suits Hokage-sama quite well.
"They just blurted it out so casually, not giving anyone any time to react."
Jiraiya looked at the Daimyo, then at Naruto, and smiled helplessly: "Although I knew about it early, this kind of understated ascension is truly a first."
"It's the overwhelming power that comes with strength; the Daimyo is open-minded. Would you try that with the Daimyo of the Land of Wind?"
"Don't even think he'd give up without a fight to the death."
Tsunade was cracking melon seeds, watching the show.
Today's show was very rich; the change in Daimyo was just an appetizer.
She swept her beautiful eyes around, feeling a bit regretful.
No one came out to stop this grand spectacle, which was a pity.
Jiraiya seemed to have seen through Tsunade's thoughts and patted her shoulder with a smile: "Don't think about it. Unless people from other countries stand up."
"But that's impossible; they're not fools either and won't mess around at this time."
"Hmm, I know."
Tsunade spat out the melon seed shell from her mouth, her gaze fixed on Naruto.
At this moment,
Naruto showed no excitement, no elation. He simply calmly took the megaphone from the Daimyo's hand, and with it, the authority of the Daimyo.
From this moment on, he was the Daimyo.
As for the cumbersome ceremonies of ascension, they were merely superficial additions, harmless.
"It's coming, it's about to begin."
Uchiha Fugaku and the others sat upright, excitedly watching Naruto.
Hyuga Hiashi narrowed his eyes, his body tense.
Jiraiya, who had been lounging, also straightened up, his expression solemn.
Tsunade, who had been cracking melon seeds nearby, also put them away and became serious.
One after another, everyone who knew Naruto's true identity tensed up, then reacted.
They knew,
This day, this moment, would be recorded in history.
No one knew what the future held.
At the same time, they also knew that a great battle was imminent.
This battle was inevitable.
No one wanted to mess up at this critical moment; they couldn't afford to lose face.
"Hmm?"
"What's going on?"
Orochimaru keenly sensed that something was amiss.
Sitting above, he saw it clearly.
From the moment Naruto took the megaphone, these strong individuals from Konoha Village all reacted in unison.
Orochimaru was very familiar with this kind of reaction; it was preparation for battle.
"My agreement with Yakushi Kabuto wasn't for this moment, was it?"
Orochimaru pondered, his gaze falling on Naruto.
Could it be…
A startling thought appeared in his mind.
Is this person going to expose his true identity?
Hiss!
Orochimaru narrowed his snake-like eyes, his tongue unconsciously flicking.
He wanted to see who this person truly was.
To be honest,
They had long investigated the true identity of this Hokage, but could never uncover it.
He was a mystery, always hidden in a fog, making him impossible to see through or grasp.
"The atmosphere seems a bit off."
Obito's expression was grave: "Did they discover something?"
"It shouldn't be. Orochimaru is well-hidden, and even if something was discovered, shouldn't this Fourth Hokage make a move?"
"Does he still have the mood to make a speech?"
Hearing Zetsu's words, Obito furrowed his brow, then nodded: "You're right. Perhaps it's something else. In any case, it's better to be careful."
"Hmm, I know. Sasori of the Red Sand and the others are already hidden, scattered around, so there won't be any mishaps."
Zetsu and Obito waited to see what would happen!
"By the way, have you seen Naruto?"
Sasuke leaned coolly against the side, but at this moment, he was somewhat agitated.
He found that Uzumaki Naruto had disappeared at this crucial moment.
What time was it now?
This was the most critical moment of the Chunin Exams, and he was playing hide-and-seek.
Ino and the others also shook their heads blankly when they heard this: "We don't know. Come to think of it, we haven't seen him at all today."
Shikamaru looked around when he heard this, his brows tightly furrowed.
Where would Naruto go at such a critical moment?
Could it be…
Shikamaru's clever mind began to spin rapidly, and he quickly arrived at a startling conjecture.
He whispered: "Everyone be careful. Perhaps something unexpected will happen soon."
Hmm?
Hearing this, his few companions all looked over.
"Naruto might have been protected. Today is the change of Daimyo, and it's also the Chunin Exams, so someone is definitely trying to stir up trouble."
"Anything related to a Jinchuriki is definitely not a small matter."
Shikamaru said hurriedly: "In short, it's always right for us to be careful."
"Also, don't look around too deliberately. I think those people up there must have anticipated something, and nothing will go wrong."
"Choji, Ino, we're ready to provide support at any time."
"Understood!"
Hearing this, their expressions were firm.
They trusted Shikamaru. Since Shikamaru said so, then it was indeed possible that something big was about to happen.
They were also a part of Konoha Village, and it was their duty to help.
"Might Guy, Kisame, be careful. Something's wrong!"
Kakashi narrowed his eyes, putting away his Icha Icha Paradise.
Might Guy subconsciously looked at Kakashi and nodded heavily.
Kisame grinned when he saw this: "Good, it's a perfect time to earn merit."
He had joined Konoha Village but hadn't accomplished anything, spending his days farming vegetables.
Now that the opportunity was at hand, he had to perform well.
Perhaps he could even become a high-ranking member of Konoha Village.
Under the gaze of countless eyes, amidst the mixed gazes of the various shady characters below, Naruto slowly approached with the megaphone, and his calm voice slowly drifted out: "Many of you probably know that I am not the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze."
"Many of you also want to know who I truly am."
Naruto looked at the incredulous, unsurprised, and uncertain expressions of many Ninja below, chuckled softly, and continued:
"Today, as you wish!"
Having said that,
Naruto lowered his gaze.
At this moment,
Leaves danced in the air,
A gentle breeze swirled!
All the noisy sounds were suppressed. Under countless gazes filled with anticipation, shock, and terror, Naruto's voice floated lightly across the entire arena, across Konoha Village.
"Transformation Technique, Release!"
Boom!
The next moment, a figure, not particularly tall, yet one who had swept aside Konoha F4, suppressed all dissent, ascended to the Hokage position, and held it for four or five years, appeared before everyone.
At this moment,
Uzumaki Naruto, has arrived!!!