However, on the other side, Namikaze Minato was indeed starting to get interested, and he couldn't help but speak up.
"That, of course, is no problem."
"My relationship with your Clan Head is also good. As long as the Uchiha don't betray Konoha, why would I make a move against them?"
"But, why?"
"I feel like you're very certain!"
"And more importantly, your bet has a problem too!"
"Such a good opportunity, and all you need is for me to remain neutral?" Minato.
Chapter 136: Advising Namikaze Minato, in the Name of "I'm Doing This For Your Own Good"
Namikaze Minato truly didn't understand.
Yes.
If it were a normal person, since they were sure they could win, they should try to win him over more, right?
Why, when it came to Uchiha Jin, did he only need to remain neutral?
At this moment, he grew even more interested.
He wanted to hear what Jin could say.
Uchiha Jin, however, maintained a normal expression.
After a brief moment of contemplation, he suddenly spoke.
"What I'm about to say might be a bit unpleasant."
"Minato-nii, you can't get angry. I can only guarantee that what I say makes sense!"
Namikaze Minato crossed his arms.
He was naturally a magnanimous person and didn't care about trivial matters.
He nodded directly and immediately said, "Just say whatever you want. Your Minato-nii is very open-minded, and I guarantee I won't make things difficult for you afterwards."
"Good, that's good then!"
"703" Uchiha Jin took a deep breath, then spoke calmly: "Because Orochimaru is too strong!"
"For an old veteran like him who participated in the Second Great Ninja War, he has enough subordinates to obey his commands, and there are Ninja Clans willing to support Orochimaru."
"Moreover, Orochimaru himself has an autocratic personality."
"If he takes office, he will definitely govern Konoha according to his own personality."
"Even if Sarutobi Hiruzen is his teacher, he won't be able to order Orochimaru around!"
"As for the other elders, there's even less to say."
"Even if they disagree, Orochimaru's orders will still be carried out. He has enough ninja to do his bidding."
"This is something Sarutobi Hiruzen, and the elders, absolutely cannot accept!"
"Having governed Konoha for so many years, how could they accept having no power in their hands?"
"Minato-nii, you are different!"
"First, your rise has been too short. You haven't had enough time to truly establish a power base centered around you."
"And because of the Flying Thunder God Technique, it's even very difficult for you to form bonds with other ninja."
"So when you do missions, you often need to constantly change teammates."
"This means that while your reputation might be great, you actually don't have any reliable subordinates."
"Especially since you come from a civilian background, with no Ninja Clan backing you."
"If you take office, nothing will change."
"Because no one will carry out what you say; a few elders and the former Hokage can block you."
"Let alone Konoha's major departments, you can't even command the Anbu."
"The only thing you might be able to control is the Hokage Guard Squad!"
"But the problem is, the Guard Squad only has four slots at most, how much can they do for you?"
"Even if I thought about it with my toes, I would know who Sarutobi Hiruzen would support."
"If Minato-nii takes office, Sarutobi Hiruzen will still govern Konoha."
"Everything will remain the same!"
Namikaze Minato's face was calm.
But within his heart, waves had already been stirred.
Actually, other people didn't know that when he returned today, Sarutobi Hiruzen had already told him that he would support his ascension to Fourth Hokage.
At the time, he was very happy.
But now, hearing Uchiha Jin say this, he only felt a chill run through his limbs.
He wanted to be Hokage, but he wanted to accomplish things.
He certainly didn't want to be a mere puppet!
So, that's how it is.
Although he was still somewhat unwilling to accept Uchiha Jin's conjecture, believing it was just a coincidence.
But, similarly, his sixth sense was telling him that perhaps Uchiha Jin was right.
Time slowly passed.
Namikaze Minato thought for a long time before he couldn't help but speak: "Even if the Hokage-sama hopes for me to take office, he only has one vote. How do you believe he can succeed?"
"Minato-nii, is that a problem?" Uchiha Jin shrugged: "As long as Sarutobi Hiruzen is willing, then the Sarutobi, Utatane, Mitokado, and Shimura Clans will definitely all vote in favor."
"The Ino-Shika-Cho is inherently aligned with the Hokage, so they can naturally see the true situation of Konoha more clearly."
"So, they naturally wouldn't dare to refuse Sarutobi Hiruzen's request!"
"Next, there's your master."
"Although Jiraiya has no subordinates or power, he has, after all, risked his life for Konoha. With him personally campaigning for you, he can win you over a large number of supporters."
"Even Tsunade, out of respect for Jiraiya, might have to come out and support you."
"With the Senju Clan Princess stepping forward, that's naturally another large wave of votes."
"You also come from a civilian background, so you can at least get half of the votes from the civilian Jonin."
"While the Hokage election is said to be about voting, there is actually a lot of room for manipulation."
"After the war ends, Minato-nii, you will find that most of the Jonin who support Orochimaru will be transferred to border garrisons. Since they won't be able to return for the election, they naturally won't be able to vote."
"The Jonin Squad leader is Nara Shikaku. When to start the election is just a word from Sarutobi Hiruzen, isn't it?"
"As long as the Jonin Squad is handled, the Daimyo's side is just a formality."
"Others have no chance!"
"Even your opponent, Orochimaru, the moment the war ends, Sarutobi Hiruzen will give him a secret mission, and Orochimaru will naturally completely disappear…"
"Sarutobi Hiruzen has governed Konoha for so many years; his influence has long permeated every aspect."
"How can this be just talk?"
Namikaze Minato was completely speechless.
So, that's how it is?
Even the Hokage election can be manipulated like this?
Truly, an eye-opener!
He finally understood why Uchiha Jin didn't need him to do more when he made a bet with him.
A puppet Hokage, indeed, was not necessary!
He tried to refute, but found he had nothing to say.
After a long while, he could only shake his head helplessly.
"Um, Jin-kun!"
"I still can't believe you right now. You've said too much today. I need to think about it carefully."