novelzi Chapter 273
Chapter 273
Chapter 273The familiar conference room, filled with Konoha’s high-ranking officials and elite shinobi, was already bustling.
Everyone who needed to attend had arrived, as this was a special meeting, the first one since Hui officially became the Third Hokage.
Of course, Tobirama was absent.
Having stepped down as Hokage, Tobirama, though technically obligated to attend such meetings as an elite shinobi, now preferred dedicating his time to re
Once they had finished reading, he addressed the group again, “Now, let’s open the floor for discussion. If anyone has questions or suggestions regarding any of the points in the document, feel free to speak.”
No sooner had Hui finished than someone raised their hand.
“Third Hokage-sama, regarding this section…”
One by one, questions were raised, and clarifications were sought.
Hui responded to every query with patience and thorough explanations, addressing any doubts about the policies.
The day passed in this manner, with the morning meeting stretching well into the night.
And even then, the discussions were far from complete. The scope of the reforms involved nearly every department, clan, and elite in the village, leaving much to be deliberated.
Fortunately, Hui’s authority as Hokage ensured that even those clans who stood to lose some privileges did not dare cause trouble. They could only grit their teeth and accept the changes.
If someone else had been Hokage, the disputes and delays would likely have dragged on for days.
“That was quite the major overhaul that will affect nearly all of Konoha,” Sakumo said as he walked alongside Hui under the streetlights that evening.
Having stepped down as ANBU Head, Sakumo no longer wore his mask.
From today onward, he was the Administrative Department Head, effectively serving as Hui’s right-hand man.
“This is only the beginning,” Hui replied, “If not for limited manpower and the need to avoid overwhelming the system with sudden changes, I would have introduced even more reforms.”
Sakumo’s eyes lit up. “It sounds like you have a bigger plan. I’m getting excited all of a sudden.”
The passion from Hui’s speech about Konoha’s future still lingered in Sakumo’s heart, and hearing Hui’s confidence only heightened his anticipation.
“Haha, all in good time,” Hui replied with confidence.
“I suppose you’re right. We’ve got plenty of time. Even thirty years from now, we’ll only be in our fifties,” Sakumo said with a smile.
To witness such a Konoha in his lifetime would be the greatest fulfillment.
“Oh, by the way, tomorrow is the Ninja Academy’s opening ceremony. You’ll need to give a speech,” Sakumo reminded Hui.
Hui nodded, already prepared.
It would be his first public event as Hokage.