Chapter 134 : Kakashi; I’m Sixth Hokage?

Gaara was filled with anticipation, his gaze fixed on the live broadcast room.

Before long, two items appeared on the screen.

The first was a fruit.

[Star Fruit: Enhances control over magnetic forces.]

The second was a Rank 2 Golden Pill.

Although a Rank 2 Golden Pill's effects were inferior to those of Rank 3 or higher, it was still beneficial. It could significantly boost one's chakra reserves and extend lifespan by a decade.

In Sunagakure...

"Marvelous, the Star Fruit and the Rank 2 Golden Pill are both good treasures. The Rank 2 Golden Pill can extend one's lifespan by ten years!" someone exclaimed.

Gaara hesitated, torn between the options.

For someone facing imminent death, choosing the Rank 2 Golden Pill was logical. Ten more years of life meant more than just time—it meant hope. But Gaara was still young; there was no urgent need to prolong his life.

"I'll go with the Star Fruit," Gaara decided.

After all, his primary method involved controlling sand through magnetic forces, enhancing this control would greatly augment his strength.

With his decision made, Gaara selected the Star Fruit.

A gray fruit materialized in Gaara's palm.

Without hesitation, he devoured the fruit in one gulp.

Boom!

A surge of energy coursed through Gaara's body.

In an instant, the transformation brought by the Star Fruit was complete.

Gaara could feel the difference immediately, as if he could sense the magnetic currents flowing through the heavens and earth.

Levitating, Gaara realized he could fly without relying on his sand.

Before, in order to fly, Gaara had to manipulate sand, but now he could directly control magnetic forces to propel himself through the air, offering him a more versatile and flexible means of flight.

However, his mastery over magnetic forces still primarily focused on manipulating sand. While he could manipulate other objects to some extent, it wasn't as effortless as with sand.

Later on, Gaara decided to test his newfound ability to control the Star Sand and discovered that his power had increased by nearly 20%.

"My strength has improved significantly. Choosing the Star Fruit was the right decision!" Gaara exclaimed excitedly.

The residents of Sunagakure erupted in cheers upon witnessing Gaara's ability to fly without relying on sand. They all recognized that this enhancement was due to their leader Fifth Kazekage consuming the Star Fruit.

"Congratulations, Kazekage-sama!" the Sand Shinobi exclaimed one after another.

In the Golden List live room:

[Third Tsuchikage: Gaara, how does the Star Fruit work for you?

[Gaara: It's excellent. It suits me perfectly, and I can fly without needing sand.

[Third Tsuchikage: Flying without sand? Isn't that the same ability as mine?

[Gaara: Almost.

[Fourth Raikage: I envy the ability to fly. Despite reaching the Six Paths level, I still can't fly!

[Third Tsuchikage: Flying isn't just about strength, Fourth Raikage. It depends on one's own abilities and cultivation method.

[Fourth Raikage: Perhaps when my strength reaches a certain level, I can achieve flight through sheer force.

Following this, the twenty-eighth position on the Kage-level list was announced. Kakashi eagerly awaited the results in the live broadcast room, and to his delight, he secured this ranking.

Soon, two reward items appeared in the live broadcast room: a bottle of elixir and a question-and-answer card.

[True Elixir: Enhances Chakra and improves physical conditioning to some extent.

[Question-and-answer card: Answering questions correctly provide significant rewards.

[Might Guy: Kakashi, you've also received a quiz card. Are you willing to take the risk?

[Kakashi: Actually, I prefer True Elixir. It can enhance my chakra significantly and even improve my physical fitness to some extent.

[Fourth Raikage: True Elixir may seem average at first glance, but it has the potential for significant improvement over time. Choosing the question and answer card might be a better gamble. Look at how Neji Hyuga answered correctly and obtained the resurrection charm. Perhaps you could also obtain one and bring back your father, Hatake Sakumo.

[Kakashi: Hmm...

[Hatake Sakumo: Kakashi, don't fall for the Fourth Raikage's persuasion. He wants you to choose the question and answer card, but if you answer incorrectly, you'll gain nothing.

[Fourth Raikage: I assure you, I have no such intention!

[Hyuga Hiashi: You once sought to take my daughter Hinata's eyes and sent Jonin to eliminate a child. When that failed, you were responsible for my brother's death. What kind of person do you think you are?

[Fourth Raikage: That's all in the past. I apologize to you now, alright?

[Hyuga Neji: Ugh...

Kakashi finds himself torn between taking a risk and playing it safe by choosing True Elixir directly.

[Kakashi: Let's go with the question and answer card. The True Elixir I received won't significantly boost my strength, so I might as well take the chance. If I answer correctly and obtain a treasure that greatly enhances my power, maybe I'll secure a spot in the top ten of the Kage-level rankings when they're next updated.

So, Kakashi decides to use the question and answer card.

[Kakashi: I'll choose the question and answer card!

He swiftly activates the card.

[Might Guy: Kakashi, you can do it!

[Tsunade: Come on, Kakashi!

A mysterious figure emerges in the scene, clad in the attire of the Sixth Hokage, with their face concealed.

Now, the question is presented.

[Question: Who is the Sixth Hokage of Konoha?

[Tsunade: This is the moment!

[Senju Hashirama: It's definitely not Danzo. As for potential candidates, there are only a few.

[Tsunade: Might Guy? Kakashi?

[Senju Tobirama: The process of selecting a Hokage is rigorous, requiring not only high prestige but also formidable strength.]

[Might Guy: Perhaps it's me!]

[Fourth Hokage: It could be Kakashi himself!]

[Uzumaki Naruto: Kakashi-sensei, I also believe it must be you. I support you becoming the Sixth Hokage!]

"Whom shall we choose? Could it really be me?" Kakashi pondered.

Not quite certain of his own identity, Kakashi reasoned, why not choose himself?

[Kakashi: The Sixth Hokage of Konoha is me, Hatake Kakashi!]

[Might Guy: Kakashi, you've chosen yourself!]

[Fourth Raikage: Kakashi is quite confident!]

[Kakashi: Ahem, if the Sixth Hokage is indeed me, then by not choosing myself, wouldn't I have answered the question incorrectly?]

Soon, the results were revealed.

[Congratulations to Hatake Kakashi for providing the correct answer!]

[Kakashi: Haha, as expected, I am the Sixth Hokage!]

[Uzumaki Naruto: Congratulations, Kakashi-sensei!]

[Jiraiya: Well done, Kakashi. I shall address you as Hokage-sama from now on!]

[Kakashi: Jiraiya-sama, don't jest. This is but a potential future, not necessarily set in stone.]

[Fourth Hokage: It's settled then. We all support you, Kakashi. Your position as the Sixth Hokage is solid!]

[Might Guy: Kakashi, I envy you. You've become the Sixth Hokage!]

Within the confines of the Leaf, beneath its roots.

"Damn it, the Sixth Hokage is Kakashi, and the Seventh Hokage is Naruto. It seems I won't have a shot at becoming Hokage in the future," muttered Danzo.

However, he swiftly shifted his focus to a more pressing concern.

"Now isn't the time to worry about the Hokage position. It's imperative to address the threat posed by Uchiha Sasuke. Given Sasuke's temperament and newfound strength, coupled with his knowledge of the past, he may seek revenge," Danzo contemplated.

"As long as I remain concealed, Uchiha Sasuke may not dare to infiltrate Konoha to assassinate me. Even if he attempts it, with my ten Sharingan and the Izanagi technique, he cannot dispatch me instantly. I must patiently await reinforcements. His threats need not trouble me," Danzo concluded.

Having correctly answered the quiz, Kakashi's reward soon followed.

A reward flashed on the screen of the live broadcast room, illuminating a golden pill.

"It's a Rank Four Golden Pill!"

Kakashi's eyes widened in astonishment.

With this golden pill, he might have a chance to ascend directly to the rank of Six Paths. Even if he couldn't reach that level, he would come remarkably close.

"This reward is incredible!" Kakashi exclaimed with excitement.

[Might Guy: Kakashi managed to snag the Fourth Rank Golden Pill! What luck! Only the elite few ever lay hands on such a treasure. Kakashi, remember when you clinched third place on the Beautiful Boys List? That was with a Fourth Rank Golden Pill. And now, even at 29th place, you've struck gold again! Truly miraculous!]

[Tsunade: This Rank Four Golden Pill might just be the key to Kakashi's breakthrough to the Six Paths level.]

(Third Tsuchikage: Last time Kakashi obtained the Fourth Rank Golden Pill, his lifespan increased by 300 years. Now, with another Fourth Rank Golden Pill in hand, will it add another 300 years to his life? That would be 600 years of vitality! His strength will soar!)

[Kakashi: Hahaha, luck seems to be on my side this time. Let's make use of this Fourth Rank Golden Pill!]

Kakashi swiftly retrieved the Rank Four Golden Pill and swallowed it in one gulp.

Boom!

The energy of the Golden Pill surged through Kakashi's body, causing his Chakra to skyrocket and his life force to surge.

His strength surged continuously until it reached a critical point, a boundary that even the mightiest struggle to surpass - the threshold between super Kage-level and the realm of the Six Paths.

However, under the influence of the Rank Four Golden Pill, this boundary began to fade away, bit by bit.

Finally, as the energy of the Golden Pill neared depletion, the veil of darkness surrounding the Kai was shattered by its power.

Boom!

In that moment, Kakashi transcended the boundary of super Kage-level and ascended to the realm of the Six Paths.

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