Hokage Office.
Today is the seventh day of Yeruashi's official term as Hokage.
He used to leave a Shadow Clone in the office, but in any case, most cases are handled by Shikaku, only a few of the most important matters require his personal consideration, and all the little things are limited to a quick glance and a signature.
But today in the Hokage's office was his actual body.
It wasn't because of the 'seven' celebration, but something really came up that needed his attention, it was related to Kirigakure.
"So, do you wish to claim the ninja swords and sign a peace treaty?"
Yeruashi rested his elbows on the table and interlocked his fingers as he listened to Shikaku's report.
Speaking of the swords of the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist, there was an incident recently, the Nuibari used by Rin simply disappeared.
The reason for the disappearance was the use of the summoning technique by Kirigakure.
The other six were sealed in scrolls and could not be summoned.
After this incident, Yeruashi examined the remaining swords and discovered that their connection is similar to the mark of Hiraishin and can only be erased with the power of the Six Paths.
As for using the ability to reverse time to remove the connection, it is simply not practical, because the spatial marks were established during the creation of the swords and are one with them, it can be said that the swords themselves are the mark.
"Tell them... first, to return the summoned sword and hand over the scroll of the contract that binds all the swords together, after that we will consider the issue of concluding a contract between the villages."
Yeruashi waved his hand.
Shikaku hesitated for a moment, but said nothing.
After working with Yeruashi for some time, Shikaku has already understood his character quite well, he is the kind of person who will never tacitly accept losses.
His new Hokage is extremely direct and decisive.
For example.
If any problems arise in the course of the mission, Yeruashi will immediately send a massive force to destroy the barrier.
In the past.
This crude and direct style would undoubtedly provoke a violent reaction, and the Great Ninja Villages would definitely try to take advantage of the opportunity and put Konoha at a disadvantage.
But now everything is different.
Whether it is Iwagakure, Kumogakure, Sunagakure or Kirigakure, hardly anyone thinks of continuing the war with Konoha. Although there are no peace talks, but at the same time, everything is calm at the front, so most of Konoha's forces are free.
In this situation.
No one wanted to stand in the way of Konoha.
Yeruashi didn't really care if the Great Ninja Peoples were ready to sit at the negotiating table, it didn't matter, because sooner or later he himself would unite the entire ninja world.
On the table in front of Yeruashi was a stack of papers, on the top documents were written a few words in large letters.
"Shadow Guard Training Program."
Although the Anbu department was disbanded, Konoha needs a similar organization.
Only the new organization will not focus on controlling Konoha, but on 'research', 'support' and 'attack', etc.
"I can build it according to the specifications of the Gotei Thirteen system.... The first Squadron should be transferred to Kakashi, but he is not yet qualified for the position of Chief Captain, you can make him Vice-Captain."
Yeruashi took a pen and pondered for a moment, taking notes from time to time.
Kakashi was too weak.
Taking into account the training sessions held in the Time Domain, Kakashi's current age is about fourteen. Right now, his strength is at the level of an Elite Jounin... this is clearly not enough to fill the position of Chief Captain, maybe it is worth improving Kakashi's training....
Second Squad. Execution Squad, Captain-Kimimaro Kaguya, but the name is circled, this candidate has not yet been finalized.
Third Squadron. Support Squad, Captain-Uchiha Shisui.
Although Shisui has not yet awakened Mangekyou Sharingan and only has a three tomoe Sharingan, his strength has already reached the level of an Elite Jounin. After becoming Hokage, the Uchiha Clan placed Shisui under his direct command.
Like Kakashi, Shisui will be temporarily placed in the position of Vice-Captain, and after the force reaches the required grade, he will take the position of Squad Captain.
Fourth Squadron. Medical Squadron, Captain-Nohara Rin.
Rin is strong enough for the position of Captain, but her age is a bit insufficient, so she will also be appointed Vice-Captain. In fact, Yeruashi wanted Tsunade to become the Captain of this squad, but holding this position is tantamount to becoming her direct subordinate, so Tsunade, as her master, will of course reject this.
Fifth Squadron. Rescue Squad, Captain-Uchiha Itachi.
Officially, Yeruashi had designated the position as temporarily vacant, but it was actually reserved for Itachi. Once Itachi grew up, no one would be able to compete with him for the position of Captain.
Sixth Squad. Fox Squad, Captain-Hyuga Hinata?
Yes, the squad in charge of guarding the fox.
The actual duty of this squad is to capture ninjas and criminals detected by Kurama, this task is relatively simple and suitable for the Hyuga Clan.
As for why Hinata, and not Neji or Hanabi? of course, this has nothing to do with the fact that Yeruashi really liked Hinata, who didn't cry in his arms during the Hyuga Clan banquet It's just that someone like Hinata will find it easier to find a common language with Kurama!
Seventh Squad. Internal Security Squad, Captain-Uchiha Sasuke?
Sasuke's fate should have already completely changed as the reincarnation of Indra, in the future, he will definitely be qualified to hold the position of Captain. The only problem was that three members of the Uchiha Clan had already been chosen as Captains....
But who could blame the Uchiha Clan for the fact that so many amazing geniuses were born into their ranks?
Compared to maintaining an imaginary balance, Yeruashi was much more concerned about the real benefits.
Eighth Squadron. scouting squadron, Captain-Inoichi Yamanaka?
When it comes to transmitting or receiving information, a member of the Yamanaka Clan is best suited for the position of captain of this unit, personal strength is not that important in this matter.
The Ninth Squadron. Combat Unit, Captain-Might Guy.
This does not require additional comments.
It was enough for Yeruashi to have these nine squadrons under his direct command, each of them will be composed of about twenty elite ninja, this is a much smaller scale than the Anbu squadrons.
As for the science squad and the like, they were completely ignored as not being fit to join the Shadow Guard.
Having made this distribution, Yeruashi roughly determined the route of development and use of Konoha's best talents in the future.
"Hokage-sama."
Just as Yeruashi put down his pen, a voice echoed from the side, and then Kurenai entered the office with a refreshment.
Looking at Kurenai as he entered, Yeruashi stroked his chin thoughtfully and thought about the need to create a tenth squad responsible for guarding the Hokage....
Oh, he seems to be abusing his powers too much....
Worth thinking about later.