Konoha: We, the Uchiha, are ready to give up!

However, on the other side...

Minato Namikaze was indeed starting to get interested, and couldn't help but speak up immediately.

"Of course, no problem."

"I have a good relationship with your clan leader. As long as the Uchiha don't defect from Konoha, why would I take action against them?"

"But why?"

"You seem very confident!"

"And more importantly, there's something wrong with your bet!"

"Such a good opportunity, and all I need to do is remain neutral?"

Chapter 136 Advising Minato Namikaze, in the Name of My Own Good

Minato Namikaze, I really don't understand.

Yes.

If it were a normal person, since they were certain of winning, wouldn't they be more inclined to try and win them over?

Why is it that when you switch sides with Uchiha Jin, all you need to do is remain neutral?

this moment.

He became increasingly interested.

He was curious to hear what else Jin had to say.

Uchiha Jin, however, remained calm.

He paused for a moment before suddenly speaking.

What I'm about to say might not be very pleasant.

"Brother Minato, you can't be angry. I can only guarantee that what I said makes sense!"

Minato Namikaze, arms crossed over his chest.

He is a magnanimous person and naturally doesn't care about trivial matters.

He nodded directly and said, "Just say what you want to say. Your brother Minato is very magnanimous and will definitely not make things difficult for you later."

"Ah That's good!"

　"703," Uchiha Jin took a deep breath before speaking calmly, "Because Orochimaru is too strong!"

"For a veteran like him who participated in World War II, he had enough subordinates to obey his orders, and moreover, there were ninja clans willing to support Orochimaru."

"Moreover, Orochimaru himself has a self-centered personality."

"If he comes to power, he will definitely take charge of Konoha according to his own personality."

"Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi is his teacher, he can't order Orochimaru around!"

"As for the other elders, needless to say."

"Even if they disagree, Orochimaru can still issue orders; he has enough ninjas to do things for him."

"This is something that Hiruzen Sarutobi and the elders absolutely cannot accept!"

"After ruling Konoha for so many years, how can they accept having no power in their hands?"

"Brother Minato, you're different!"

"First of all, you have only been rising to power for a short time, and you haven't had enough time to truly establish a power centered around you."

"Moreover, because of the Flying Thunder God Technique, it is extremely difficult for you to even establish bonds with other ninjas."

"So when you're doing a mission, you often need to keep changing teammates."

"This means that you may have a great reputation, but in reality, you don't have any reliable subordinates."

“Especially since you come from a commoner background and have no ninja clan to support you.”

"If you come to power, nothing will change."

"Because no one will carry out what you say. A few elders and the former Hokage can stop you."

"Don't even mention the major departments of Konoha, you can't even command the Anbu."

"The only thing you could possibly lead is the Hokage's Guard!"

"But the problem is, the guard team only has four members at most. How much can they do for you?"

"Even if I thought about it with my toes, I know who Hiruzen Sarutobi would support."

"If Minato takes over, Hiruzen Sarutobi will still rule Konoha."

"Business as usual!"

Minato Namikaze remained calm.

But his heart was already in turmoil.

Actually.

The others had no idea that when he returned today, Hiruzen Sarutobi had already told him that he would support him in becoming the Fourth Hokage.

At the time, he was very happy.

But now, after hearing what Uchiha Jin said, he only felt his hands and feet turn ice cold.

He wanted to be Hokage, but he also wanted to get things done.

He had no desire to be a mere puppet!

I see.

Although he was still not quite willing to accept Uchiha Jin's speculation, believing it was just a coincidence.

But, same thing.

His sixth sense, however, was telling him that perhaps Uchiha Jin was right.

Time slowly passed.

Minato Namikaze thought for a long time before finally speaking: "Even if the Hokage wants me to take over, he only has one vote. What makes you think he can succeed?"

“Brother Minato, is this a problem?” Uchiha Jin shrugged. “As long as Hiruzen Sarutobi is willing, then the Sarutobi, Utatane, Mitomon, and Shimura clans will definitely all vote in support.”

"The Ino-Shika-Cho trio are all from the Hokage's faction, so they are naturally better able to see the true situation of Konoha next."

"Therefore, they naturally dared not refuse Hiruzen Sarutobi's request!"

"Next up is your master."

"Although Jiraiya has no subordinates or power, he has risked his life for Konoha. With him personally campaigning for you, he can win over a large number of people for you."

"Even Tsunade, out of respect for Jiraiya, might have to step in and support you."

"With the princess of the Senju clan making an appearance, there will naturally be another large wave of votes."

"Since you come from a commoner background, you can at least get half of the votes from the commoner Jonin faction."

"The election for Hokage is about voting, but there's actually a lot of room for maneuver."

"After the war ends, you'll find that most of the Jonin who supported Orochimaru will be transferred to the border to guard the frontier. Since they can't come back for the election, they naturally can't vote."

"The Jonin class representative is Nara Shikaku. When to start the election is entirely up to Hiruzen Sarutobi, isn't it?"

"As long as the Jonin team is dealt with, dealing with the Daimyo is just a formality."

"The others have no chance!"

"Even your rival Orochimaru, the instant the war ends, will be given a secret mission by Hiruzen Sarutobi, and Orochimaru will naturally disappear completely..."

"Hiruzen Sarutobi has been in charge of Konoha for so many years, his influence has long since penetrated into every aspect of life."

"This is no joke."

Minato Namikaze was utterly speechless.

So, is that so?

Can even the Hokage election be manipulated like this?

Wow, I've really learned something new!

He finally understood that when Uchiha Jin made the bet with him, he didn't need to do anything more.

A puppet Hokage is indeed unnecessary!

He tried to refute it, but found himself speechless.

After a long time.

He could only shake his head helplessly.

"Um, Jin-kun!"

"I still can't trust you. You said too much today. I need to think about it carefully."