Chapter 872: The Results
Once the Uchiha and Hyuga clans had completed their voting, the atmosphere gradually returned to normal.
Jonins from other major clans, as well as those from civilian backgrounds, stepped forward one by one to cast their votes. Despite the ongoing tension and nerve-wracking nature of the situation, there was a sense of order, and the voting process proceeded smoothly.
Notably, even the Jonins who were currently on duty or away from Konoha due to mission assignments had made arrangements to ensure their votes were accounted for. They had entrusted their votes to trusted individuals acting as proxies.
As a result, almost all of the Konoha Jonin, regardless of their circumstances, were able to participate in the crucial Vote of Confidence.
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On the rooftop of the Hokage Building,
Fugaku's gaze fixed upon the ballot box, his eyes shimmering with anticipation. A long-desired smile gradually spread across his face. His heart raced with excitement as the final vote was dropped into the box.
Accustomed to suppressing his emotions, Fugaku couldn't contain his elation. The Sharingan in his eyes instinctively activated; a visible sign of his intense emotions. His body trembled slightly, his breath growing rough with the surge of adrenaline coursing through his veins.
Throughout the voting process, Fugaku had meticulously observed every detail, silently keeping track of the votes that favored his candidacy. By combining the votes of the Uchiha clan with the support he had garnered from other shinobi clans through discreet hints, he was confident that he held a significant lead over Hyuga Kuroto, surpassing him by at least twenty votes.