The Fourth Hokage Takes Office and the New Leadership

Jiraiya himself planned to travel throughout the Ninja World during peacetime, gathering inspiration and writing the sequel to The Icha Icha Series. On the other side, Hiruzen Sarutobi stood not far from Dan Katō, seemingly lost in memories, as though he saw himself taking up the Hokage position thirty years ago. Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu stood behind Hiruzen Sarutobi, their eyes filled with deep envy as they looked at Torifu Akimichi. "Master Dan, the Daimyo's heir has arrived as an envoy. It is time to begin the ceremony.