12 The Consequences for his disappearance (2/2)
For a leader of one of the largest country, Fire Daimiyo was very weak and indecisive. He was easily swayed by strong and usually relied on his advisor to sort out any of his problems.
”Ah, ye..yes. I think so too as well. You've been holding the seat for a bit too long now Hiruzen. Why don't you give you post to your student Jiraiya? Its time for new generation to shine” The Fire Daimiyo said as tried to appear like a leader. He always had a liking for Jiraiya but that feeling was generated mostly because he was the author of his favorite book Icha-Icha series. More importantly, Jiraiya was Hiruzen's student and one of the legendary Sannins.
”I think its better for Danzo to take up the post since he is more dedicated to the village. Jiraiya has always been an outside agent and not fit for politics. Most of our council is in favor of Danzo succeeding as the Hokage. I hope you can reconsider your decision Daimiyo-sama.” The Council Elder said again and many started to state their agreement as well.
”This..” The Fire Daimyo started to hesitate as he looked towards his advisor.
”Enough, only Hokage is allowed to appoint a next Hokage and others can only have their say when Hokage is missing or dead. Since I'm standing in front of you then I'll appoint a Hokage myself if you want a change of face in the seat.” Hiruzen banged the table and stood up.
”A week from now Jiraiya will take the take on the title of the Fifth Hokage and will be responsible for taking care of the village. I hope you're all satisfied by this” Hiruzen walked out without waiting for their reply.
”It's decided then.” The fire Daimyo who was hesitating just now stood up as well in relief and walked out. He didn't want to remain on the room any longer as the atmosphere was too heavy.
Danzo didn't speak the whole time but one could tell he was pretty unsatisfied with how things had progressed. He had been eyeing the seat for decades now and Hiruzen had been standing in front of him the whole time.
A week later Jiraiya took up the post as the Fifth Hokage and his era had officially started. Naruto's disrupted his plans and Tsunade denied him even after months of pleading. Seeing Danzo had started to put pressure on his teacher he couldn't do much and took up the post as the Fifth Hokage.
The one who was most affected by this incident was Yugao Uzuki as she had been the one who had taught Naruto the Summoning Jutsu. While it wasn't entirely her fault but someone needed to take the blame and it was she who suffered at the end. Her title as a Jounin was stripped and sent to prison to appease the village elders.
Naruto was unaware of the changes happening in the village as he was busy with his training. He had underestimated his importance in the village and never expected how his decision to stay there could affect the whole village.