Naruto: My Unique System

Chapter 189: Some experiences that others have, there's no need to verify them

The Hokage Guard is like the secretary of certain leaders in his previous life. It seems like the position is not high, but the status is higher than many middle-level leaders.

Even if a branch company is established or assigned an overseas position, it is very likely that the secretary will ascend to the top and become the leader of the branch company.

Similarly, the Hokage Guard is the same. Or rather, each Kage's guard is an extremely special existence.

When the hidden villages were established, during the first Five Kage Summit, those who attended as Hokage Guard were all successors to the positions of the Kages of each ninja village, either as Second or Third.

In Konoha, the Second Hokage Senju Tobirama was once the Hokage Guard of the First Hokage Senju Hashirama, and the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen was the Hokage Guard of the Second Hokage. The Sixth Hokage Kakashi also served as a Hokage Guard at one point.

It can be said that the value of this position is extremely high, because serving as a Hokage Guard not only means taking on the responsibility of guarding the Hokage but also implies close contact with Konoha Elders matters.

Perhaps they may not have the right to speak, but they are definitely among the first to be informed of any changes within and outside the village.

Moreover, if anyone within the village wants to know the recent mood of the Hokage, for example, when submitting proposals, it is not allowed to approach the leader directly. The Hokage Guard becomes the best person to inquire about the leader's mood and stance.

In other words, every Hokage Guard becomes the intermediary between the Hokage and the heads of major ninja clans or those holding important positions, and these individuals will also try to maintain good relations with the Hokage Guard.

Sarutobi Hiruzen proposing Tatsuma for the position of Hokage Guard means he truly intends to consider Tatsuma as "one of his own."

Although they belonged to the same faction before, Sarutobi Hiruzen's resources were somewhat tilted, with Tsunade always in between. However, if Tatsuma becomes the Hokage Guard, even that slight gap in between will be eliminated.

Tatsuma naturally understands all the intricacies involved, so after Sarutobi Hiruzen proposed it, he neither immediately declined nor dared to agree right away. Instead, he glanced at Tsunade.

At the same time, he also glanced at Orochimaru beside Tsunade. Orochimaru clearly understood the intentions of their sensei, and he nodded slightly, agreeing to the proposal.

However, Tsunade seemed oblivious and asked, "What are you looking at me for? You don't want to go to the Konoha Hospital, and I'm not familiar with other places. Make your own decision."

Only then did Tatsuma turn back, looking at Sarutobi Hiruzen, maintaining his modesty and humility. He said, "Hokage-sama, I'm just a Chunin. Will I be lacking in ability to serve as your guard?"

When facing the leader, this aspect isn't good. Clearly desiring something, yet feeling the need to modestly decline first, and then only under the leader's "request," reluctantly accepting the favor.

Sarutobi Hiruzen also smiled and said, "Tatsuma, there's no need to underestimate yourself. Your talent and ability are among the most outstanding I've seen among your peers. Moreover, the Hokage rarely leaves the village. As a Hokage Guard, you'll naturally have to stay in the village year-round. With your current abilities, you'll more than adequately handle any dangers that may arise."

"I'm actually concerned that staying in the village for a long time might hinder your growth."

Tatsuma knew it was time to agree because if he continued to decline, it might give the impression of reluctance or unwillingness to become a Hokage Guard.