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Boss, wait!

No, no, no! You gotta stop!

Huh?

What's wrong? I was just getting started!

It's terrible!

I just got the word that Lord Danzo has died! That means he's not the Sixth Hokage anymore!

Come on! You've gotta be kidding me!

I've been preparing and studying Lord Danzo's face so much, I can even see him in my dreams!

Damn it! What the heck?!

So, who's gonna be the next Hokage?! Can you tell me that?!

She originally worked for Orochimaru before she joined up with Sasuke as a shinobi with the Akatsuki.

If that's the case, she must have a lot of intel.

Hey! Be nice, now!

Also, from what she tells me, she was there when Sasuke and Danzo battled.

So, you actually witnessed them fighting?

Is he really interrogating me right here?!

Okay, we'll hold her at the Intel Division. We'll get everything she knows.

Take her away.

Sir.

Hey! Stop! I'm not going to try to escape!

Let go of me, already!

I'm thirsty! Get me something to drink!

Oh, by the way...

How's Lady Tsunade doing?

She's still unconscious.

Oh, I see.

Well, if you'll excuse me, I need to go report to the elders.

Kakashi.

The Leaf's chain of command is all in shambles right now.

Someone has to restore order as soon as possible.

Yes, I know that.

"Kakashi Hatake, the Hokage."

Sasuke did that?

That's... unbelievable.

[whining]

That's why I want you guys to let me handle Sasuke.

You want to fight Sasuke alone?! Do you honestly think we'd all go along with something like that?!

Like TenTen says, Naruto, we can't always let you do what you want all by yourself.

The reason is because this is a big problem for the whole village.

Look, I'm not being selfish!

I know you swore you'd go into full details when we got back, but--

I never thought you would say this!

All of us have made up our minds and resolved to eliminate Sasuke! You can't do this alone!

Listen, Naruto... I hope you're not just saying that you're going to take down Sasuke...

... when you're actually planning to protect him.

I'm not. Trust me, I have no intention of protecting Sasuke.

Rasengan! Chidori!

Sasuke must have been greatly weakened...

...by fighting at the Five Kage Summit and against Danzo.

Why not take him down right then?

Madara Uchiha was there, so it wouldn't have gone that easily if we tried.

And besides...

That's no excuse...!

You shouldn't have let him get away like that!

C'mon, Naruto! You're strong, aren't you? You're the village hero that took down Pain, remember?!

Hero...?

Yeah! You could've taken Sasuke down like you did with Pain!

That's not true.

Why?

You can't beat Sasuke just by being strong. 'Cause now I know...

Inside of him is...

What is it, Naruto?

What did you find out?

No one should take on Sasuke. Not with the way he is now.

Just what do you mean?

That I'm the only one who can fight him. And that's all I can say.

Yeah, great, thanks! That tells us nothing!

You have to explain! What happened?!

I'll tell you everything when I can. I promise.

There you go again, giving us the runaround! Damn it.

Naruto.

So, Sasuke?

How about it?

Can you tell me what it is I'm thinking right now?

Can you...

Read my mind?

And can you...

... understand that if you and I fight each other...

... we'll both die.

Naruto, what are you hiding?

Well...

Just leave all this to me. Trust me, guys.

Hey, wait a minute, you can't just leave!

Naruto.

Hey! Naruto!

Now even Danzo...

What a shame. The more gifted they are, the sooner they pass.

We must convene a council meeting right away to determine the next Hokage.

The forming of the allied Shinobi Force will be delayed if there's no Hokage.

Well, then it can't be helped. We'll recommend you for the position.

Especially since our ally the Sand has recommended you.

I am prepared.

That didn't take much convincing...

Of course, it is a bit out of character for me to be Hokage.

It'll be fine... I'll go request a conference with the Feudal Lords.

Return home and prepare until you're called.

There really isn't anything for me to prepare for.

Kakashi.

Let me just say one thing to the next Hokage.

Danzo was ambitious, but all he did was for the sake of this Village.

Hiruzen in the light and Danzo in the dark.

Everything in the Hidden Leaf went most smoothly back then.

Is that meant to be an excuse?

Only advice.

Don't take on everything by yourself.

You would do well to find a confidant to stand beside you.

You and I are the only ones remaining from the old days, now.

There is no telling what the fate of a shinobi will be...

Sensei, they say I'm going to be the next Hokage.

Ah!

Kakashi!

Well, ya got home safe.

But let's see how you're doin'!

Okay, you didn't injure yourself out there, did ya?

No, I'm fine.

Well... It's been a while, how 'bout a rematch?!

Why's that?

Seriously!? You ask why?!

How can you even say that?! Because you and I are rivals forever and ever, that's why!

We've had over a hundred matches up to now!

Let's add one more!

In that case...

Now... no Sharingan!

Rock, Paper, Scissors!

No! Not that!

Not this time!

Our challenge... will be that!

I've put a finish line up there. And we'll race to it!

Guy, this isn't the time for--

Yes, I know. And that's exactly why I want to have a hot-blooded challenge between us right now!

You'll accept it, won't you, my rival?!

You're right. No time like the present.

All right. Let's do it.

And why is it that you want to start way out at the entrance to the village, again...?

Because I want to enjoy this challenge...

...to the absolute fullest.

Well, you ready?

Anytime you are.

Go!

[yelling]

[laughing]

Come on, buddy! Here we go! Whoa, Okay, okay!

I'm good, I'm good! Ahhhhh!

[yelling]

Ow! When did you get those things?!

Oh. From a pile of junk. Before we started.

Hey, that is not fair!

Nice throw!

[grunting]

Look out! Comin' at ya! Woo hoo!

[grunting]

[chomping]

Let me guess: you're thinking about Naruto, aren't you?

Hmm? Yeah.

[eating]

Just forget it. It won't do you any good.

What won't?

We'll only find out what happened if he decides to tell us.

Here.

Hm. I guess so.

[slow-motion yelling]

What the hell are they up to?

You think something happened...?

[grunting]

Comin' through!

[laughing]

With all the construction, all the roads are different, I can't tell where we're going!

Me either!

What's that...?

Hm?

Look, I don't think anyone's gonna be satisfied with the way things stand now.

What does that mean?

I'm talking about Sasuke.

Are you satisfied with the way things stand, Sakura?

I don't know, but I believe you must have a plan, so I'm putting my faith in you.

Huh?!

Huh?

Is that Kakashi Sensei and Guy Sensei?!

Whoa, no way!

Oh, please. Don't tell me that those two are at it again!

No doubt about it. It's their rivalry contest.

Guy-Sensei probably challenged him to it! Of all the times to do this.

You're wrong.

I think that's exactly why he's doing this right now.

Huh? What is?

Incredible! Just what I expect from my rival!

This challenge is only getting started!

Yup!

[grunting]

[grunting]

While Guy Sensei is battling it out with his rival, I will fight as well!

Huh?

[slow-motion yelling]

[laughing]

Lee! Who crossed first!?

[grunting]

[anxious giggling]

The winner... is Kakashi Sensei!

Ahhhhh!

Thank you, Guy; that challenge was just what I needed. Huh?

Congrats.

No. This is nothing to be congratulated for!

You're the hokage! Congratulations!

[gasping]

When you become Hokage, you probably won't be able to accept my challenges anymore.

I wanted to put you to the test one last time before it became official.

Thank you, Kakashi.

Thanks, but this isn't the last time. We'll always be rivals, and that will never change!

Huh?

Listen, Guy, I truly find it reassuring having you there, and I hope you always will be.

[sobbing] Oh, Kakashi.

I can't bring this whole village together by myself, Guy. Are you listening?!

Hey!

You're Kakashi Hatake, aren't you? The next Hokage?

Uh... yeah?

Oh, this is just perfect! Pleased to meet you! Here, let me measure your face!

I'm gonna have to make a mold, too.

I'm sorry... what?!

You know, it's for the great stone faces! Of the Hokage!

I need you to come with me. This won't hurt a bit.

Uh, hey! Hold on a second! W-what-- Hurt?!

It seems to me it's not easy being the Hokage.

Yeah...

Well, Lee... It looks like I've been one-upped by my eternal rival...

But still!

Yes! Now it is your turn to pass him by, Sensei.

If Kakashi is the Hokage, Then I will aim beyond that!

I will go far beyond the Hokage, to the very apex of human achievement!

I wish you luck, Guy Sensei!

Thank you!

By the way, what is beyond the Hokage, anyway?

Uh... I don't know...

Good hair! You always wear it like this?

Uh, well, sometimes--

The headband should be at an angle.

It doesn't have to be exact, I mean--

You're funny. People tell ya that? Once it's carved, it's extremely hard to change.

No kidding.

Well, that's all I need. Unless, of course, I missed something.

Nope, didn't miss a thing!

Good! Then let's get ready to make the mold.

Got it!

Is that plaster...?

Oh, yeah! Good stuff.

You see, what we do is paint this on your head in thin layers in order to make a mold of your face!

Let's get this started. You'll have to take that off...

What?!

That mask. It'll have to go. Your stone face won't look so great if there's no face to be seen!

Someone! Come quickly! Please!

What's happened?

[gasping]

Shizune, don't tell me...

[sobbing]

Thank you for accepting.

Of course. Although I'd feel a lot better if you became Hokage, Shikaku.

Yeah, right. I'm old enough to retire and have my son take over for me.

You know I'm in no position to do that.

Yeah.

I can't believe it. Danzo has fallen to the Akatsuki...?

Yes.

We must decide who'll be the next Hokage.

Each one of us is recommending Kakashi Hatake.

Oh! Yes, I know him.

Kakashi Hatake! Enter!

Yes! He's a very nice choice.

Now then,... Kakashi Hatake, I appoint you--

I appoint you. Hmmm...

What's wrong, my lord, is there a problem?

Oh, well, it's just... what number Hokage do I appoint him to?

What number, sir?

Danzo was appointed Number Six but died before he formally assumed the office.

And because of that I'm uncertain if Kakashi should be Number Six or Number Seven.

[gasping]

But even if Danzo had not formally assumed office--

Which number...?

Number Six, I should think.

No, I would say Number Seven.

But Number Six never officially took office!

[arguing]

Hmm... mm-hmm...

Very well, then... Kakashi Hatake, I hereby--

Excuse me!

Guy?!

What is this intrusion? We are in a very important conference!

I have come to report a sudden change, sir!

Really? What kind of change?

[sobbing]

Lady Tsunade!

Shizune... you're crushing me.

Send word to the other villages! Tsunade, Hokage of the Hidden Leaf, is alive and well!

Report this to the feudal lords of the other lands, too.

We should also let the people of our village know about this.

Then I will leave that job to you.

So, um...

Uh...

Is it all right if I go home?

Well, since you're free, why don't we get some sushi?

We can see who can eat the most!

Why not?

Boss, wait! No, no, no! You gotta stop!

Huh??

What is it?

Lady Tsunade has been reinstated as the Hokage.

What?! You gotta be kidding me! I wasted all that time again?!

It was indeed I who summoned you... Er... Who are you again?

C'mon, could you remember my name already?!

Oh, yes, that's right, that's right! I've had a prophecy about you.

Now, listen carefully...

Next time on Naruto Shippuden: Prophecy of the Great Lord Elder.

It's all clear to me now.