Chapter 526: The Hokage Election
As news of Tsunade's abdication spread through Konoha, the debate over who would become the new Hokage grew more intense.
Two days later, the election officially began.
This election was unlike any before—it was the most democratic in Konoha's history, allowing all villagers to participate.
At dawn, people began gathering in front of the stage that had been set up for the event.
Smiles filled the crowd as they discussed the changes that had taken place in the ninja world over the past year.
Of course, the hottest topic was the competition between Nawaki and Minato.
Both were among the most outstanding ninjas of the younger generation.
They shared similar experiences and came from strong backgrounds.
Throughout Konoha's history, three out of four Hokages had come from the Senju clan.
If Nawaki were elected, he would be seen as a successor to his ancestors' will, a symbol of continuity.
Even if the Senju clan was no longer as numerous as before, their legacy would not be easily forgotten.