Chapter 30: Hokage, Wife
The Hokage of Konoha, the Third Hokage himself, personally came to find Sasuke.
"…"
Sasuke was a little nervous. After all, this was the Hokage of Konoha.
'Did Tsubaki report me?'
If the kunoichi Tsubaki had reported Sasuke, there was no way he could deny it.
"Sasuke, do you have some time?"
"Let's talk..."
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, had a kindly expression and didn't seem to be here to hold Sasuke accountable.
This meant that the old man wasn't aware of what Sasuke had done last night.
"Sure!"
Sasuke didn't refuse.
On a rooftop, the Third Hokage stood with his hands behind his back. This old man had dedicated his entire life to Konoha.
Now, the Third Hokage wasn't even taller than Sasuke!
"Sasuke, what do you think about the position of [Hokage] in Konoha?"
The Third Hokage was clearly implying something.
Perhaps it had to do with Sasuke showcasing his strength last night by killing the Chūnin, Mizuki.
Sasuke answered honestly, "The Hokage is like the village chief, the one who leads the village to prosperity."
The Third Hokage looked at Sasuke.
"That's an interesting explanation. Then, do you want to become Hokage in the future?"
Sasuke answered bluntly, "Not interested!"
"Being Hokage is too exhausting and too dull."
"Freedom is my pursuit!"
Sasuke knew that the Third Hokage was testing him. The Uchiha clan's identity was too special—they could never become Hokage in Konoha.
Of course, Sasuke genuinely had no interest in the Hokage position.
In the original story, after Uzumaki Naruto became Hokage, he was exhausted every day like a dog.
The Third Hokage carefully observed Sasuke's expression and saw that he wasn't lying.
He smiled and said, "I've heard that not only has your strength skyrocketed, but even your personality has changed significantly."
"At the Ninja Academy, you even publicly declared in front of all your classmates that both Sakura and Ino are your girlfriends?"
Seeing that the Third Hokage had brought up his personal life, Sasuke grinned. "A man who isn't romantic has wasted his youth!"
"I like Sakura, and I like Ino too. To ensure they both find happiness, I have no choice but to reluctantly become their shared boyfriend."
The Third Hokage didn't expect Sasuke to be so direct. He chuckled helplessly, "You brat."
"Although it's not unheard of for a man to have multiple wives, in Konoha, most people still follow monogamy."
Sasuke retorted bluntly, "That's just because they don't have the ability."
"Even in a monogamous world, many people have lovers, mistresses, and secret affairs. That's just as disgraceful."
Sasuke confidently declared, "But I'm different. I do it openly and honorably."
The Third Hokage was truly shocked.
He never expected that Sasuke, who had once been obsessed with revenge, had now become so... flamboyant.
When it came to being Hokage, he had no interest at all!
But when it came to women, he was more enthusiastic than anyone!
"What an 'honorable' approach..."
The Third Hokage sighed. "Even if you have the ability to keep Sakura and Ino from fighting over you."
"But what about their parents? Can you handle them?"
"If they come to me to complain about their daughters, as the Hokage of Konoha, I will still have to intervene."
Although the Third Hokage didn't like to meddle in other people's family affairs…
Sasuke was just too much.
He not only felt no shame but was actually proud of it!
This was excessive!
Sasuke laughed. "Don't worry, Third Hokage. Since I can handle Sakura and Ino, I can naturally handle their parents too."
The Third Hokage looked at Sasuke in surprise.
"You brat, just how many tricks do you have up your sleeve?"
Sasuke looked at the Third Hokage, and a thought suddenly crossed his mind. He reached out his hand.
"Third Hokage, why don't you take a look for yourself?"
This little brat actually took the initiative to let him probe?
'Is he really this open and straightforward?'
In the Third Hokage's eyes, Sasuke was just a kid.
Who would be on guard against a child?
But in just the past two days, the rumors about Sasuke had been overwhelming.
One move to kill Mizuki.
Publicly embracing both Sakura and Ino at the Ninja Academy.
Even though Sasuke was still a kid, the Third Hokage had no choice but to ask questions.
"Alright then, I'll test your strength a little."
The Third Hokage reached out his aged hand and touched Sasuke's palm, intending to sense his chakra reserves.
[Ding-dong!]
Hearing the pleasant chime of the [Invincible Sign-in System], Sasuke immediately revealed a victorious smirk.
This was the Hokage! Signing in on him—how much power would he gain?!
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Fire Release Ninjutsu.]
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Earth Release Ninjutsu.]
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Lightning Release Ninjutsu.]
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Water Release Ninjutsu.]
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Wind Release Ninjutsu.]
[Congratulations on signing in with the Hokage. You have obtained Sealing Jutsu.]
The Third Hokage was known as the "Professor of Ninjutsu."
His three disciples were none other than the Legendary Sannin of Konoha!
Such a highly respected figure…
And in that brief moment of contact, Sasuke had successfully signed in and gained most of the Third Hokage's abilities.
There were too many types of ninjutsu to list, so they were categorized simply: Fire Release, Wind Release, Water Release, Earth Release, Lightning Release, and so on.
…
This was incredible!
In just an instant, Sasuke had acquired the power of the [Professor of Ninjutsu].
On top of that, with the Nine-Tails' chakra and his Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan…
Sasuke's current strength was already on par with the Third Hokage!
…
"Hm?"
Just as the Third Hokage had begun to sense that Sasuke's chakra reserves had reached Jōnin level…
He immediately withdrew his hand.
"Third Hokage, I suddenly feel that it's better to keep some things private."
"Rest assured, I have no interest in being Hokage or revenge."
"I will also help protect Konoha!"
"But now that I've awakened, I love beautiful women—just like your student, Jiraiya..."
Sasuke grinned mischievously. "So, Third Hokage, even if you don't support me, please don't oppose me either."
"Oh, by the way, dating women costs money. So, all the wealth left behind by the Uchiha clan after their massacre—please hand it all over to me!"