RNP Page 353
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After announcing the start, the Third Hokage returned to the high platform.
He needed to exchange pleasantries with the daimyo of the Land of Fire, since the country still needed the daimyo to govern it.
It has to be presentable enough to save face.
"...Orochimaru's recent research into limb cloning has greatly enhanced our Konoha's fighting strength."
"If things continue to develop like this, the future is limitless."
The Third Hokage praised Orochimaru above.
Daming also chimed in:
"The culinary recipes provided by Orochimaru and Uchiha Kawasaki have enabled our Land of Fire to earn a lot of money from foreign trade."
"Tsunade is Hashirama's granddaughter, who among them would become the Fifth Hokage...?"
While the Third Hokage and the Daimyo were chatting.
The vote counter began counting: "One vote for Uchiha, one vote for Orochimaru, one vote for Orochimaru..."
"One vote for Tsunade, one vote for Tsunade, one vote for Tsunade..."
The person counting the votes clearly received the pile of votes for the medical ninja.
He kept repeating Tsunade's name.
Sitting in the back, Mitokado Homura's face darkened. He had nominated Tsunade just to annoy Uchiha Kawasaki.
It now seems like they've shot themselves in the foot, as all the Jonin in the medical system have gone to Tsunade.
Fortunately, Mitokado Homura raised his head and glanced at the Third Hokage, who was chatting with the Daimyo.
Fortunately, Hiruzen had made a backup plan. No matter how much Uchiha Kawasaki struggled, he was destined to fail.
Mitokado Yan relaxed as he thought about this.
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Sure enough, not long after, all the votes were for Orochimaru.
On the monitor, Tsunade had only 71 votes, Kawasaki had 115 votes, and Orochimaru had a full 260 votes.
This overwhelming vote difference gave everyone in the audience confidence.
However, the vote count is not over yet, and the identity of the Fifth Hokage cannot be announced at this time.
Tsunade crossed her arms, frowning slightly as she looked at the vote count, seemingly lost in thought. 119
Orochimaru had a faint smile on his face, seemingly in a good mood.
The vote counting on stage continued: "Orochimaru, Orochimaru, Orochimaru, Uchiha..."
But everyone knew it was almost over.
On the stage, Shisui and Kawasaki exchanged a glance, and Kawasaki nodded.
Then Kawasaki suddenly raised his hand.
Immediately, an ANBU member arrived beside Kawasaki, and Kawasaki said something to the ANBU member.
The Anbu members were astonished. After confirming the information several times, they quickly reported to the Third Hokage.
The third generation narrowed his eyes, wondering what Kawasaki was up to.
but.
The Hokage position will never be given to the Uchiha!
"Lord Hokage, the Uchiha clan has withdrawn from the Hokage election."
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The first sentence uttered by the ANBU completely baffled the Third Hokage.
"What did you say? Say it again!"
The third generation doubted that they had misheard.
The Anbu understood the Third Hokage's surprise, after all, he had confirmed with Kawasaki three times.
"Lord Hokage, you heard right. Uchiha Kawasaki has announced his withdrawal from this election."
After confirming again, the Third Hokage frowned and asked:
Did he say anything else?
The ANBU shook their heads.
The Third Hokage inquired about the score and, upon learning that Orochimaru was far ahead, wondered if Kawasaki was planning to lose in a more dignified manner.
Although he gave Kawasaki a reason, the Third Hokage felt a great sense of unease.
However, the Third Hokage had no idea what Kawasaki was planning.
He could only wave his hand impatiently and say, "Go and inform them."
The secret agents received their orders and left. (Nono Zhao)
The Third Hokage's purpose in coming today is to announce the start of the election and to reveal the results of the Fifth Hokage election.
If he were to personally handle all the details, it would be completely unbecoming of his status.
So the secret service went on a trip.
Mitokado Homura, acting as an advisor elder, picked up the microphone.
The vote counting here has also been temporarily suspended.
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"We have just received news that Honorary Elder Uchiha Kawasaki has withdrawn from the election for the Fifth Hokage."
As soon as Mitokado Yan spoke, the entire venue stirred up.
Some people see the score on the stage and think it's only natural.
But some people felt something was wrong. If they wanted to quit, they would have done so already. What was the point of quitting now?
The outcome at this point is obvious.
"Uchiha Kawasaki, on behalf of the Third Hokage, I ask you if you really intend to withdraw from the race for the Fifth Hokage."
There was complete silence. Kawasaki nodded and answered clearly, "Yes, I'm withdrawing."
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Although Mitokado Yanagi had no idea what Kawasaki was up to, he continued to announce:
"Alright, Kawasaki Uchiha has withdrawn from the Fifth Hokage election, leaving only Orochimaru and Tsunade."
Please continue counting the votes.
Tsunade looked at Kawasaki with great confusion, her brows furrowing even more.
Sasuke glanced at his father and brother, whose expressions remained unchanged, and suppressed his doubts.
Naruto scratched his head, looking somewhat puzzled.
However, he knew he couldn't make a lot of noise in this situation, so he had to swallow his doubts.
Although there are nominally two more candidates.
However, the huge vote difference made it clear to everyone that the outcome of the election was no longer in doubt.
Some families are even considering how Orochimaru's style of doing things differs from that of the Third Hokage.
How should my family deal with Orochimaru in the future?
Sure enough, after the remaining dozen or so tickets were used up.
The ballot box ahead is empty.
The ballot counters opened the ballot box and found it empty.
The vote count on the screen stopped at Orochimaru with 376 votes, Tsunade with 113 votes, and Kawasaki with 197 votes.
Orochimaru won with an overwhelming advantage.
His vote count even exceeded the combined total of Kawasaki and Tsunade.
The Third Hokage has already come down from the Hokage Building.
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A hush fell over the room as everyone awaited the Third Hokage's announcement.
The Third Hokage walked to the microphone, a smug smile on his face, and said:
"The results of today's vote of confidence are in."
"I won't read out the specific numbers; everyone can see them."
"Then I declare!"
The crowd below was ready to cheer.
A clear voice interrupted the Third Hokage's words.
"Wait!"