CIATB Chapter 349 Minato Didn't Get Married Because of Pregnancy
Chapter 349 Minato Didn't Get Married Because of Pregnancy
The transfer of power in Konoha went more smoothly than expected.
Hiruzen Sarutobi voluntarily stepped down, and at the urging of his friends, he nominally joined the council of elders, becoming one of the six elders, but publicly declared that they had relinquished their power.
Minato Namikaze ascended to the position of Hokage based on his absolute strength and prestige.
Konoha is entering a new era—a more open, more efficient, more active, and more prosperous era for ordinary ninjas.
On the high platform, Minato Namikaze, dressed in his brand-new Fourth Hokage robes, delivered a speech.
"Thanks to the entrustment of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and the trust of the entire village, I, Minato Namikaze, will succeed as the Fourth Hokage of Konoha."
Here, I extend my deepest respect to the Third Hokage. You have dedicated half your life to protecting Konoha, safeguarding the entire village with your benevolence and wisdom, and laying a solid foundation for our stability. Now, you have stepped down to serve as a cabinet minister, and this magnanimity is a blessing to Konoha.
The future of Konoha does not belong to a few, but to every ninja who stands firm here and every ordinary villager living their life.
From now on, I will break down barriers and give every commoner ninja a stage to realize their ambitions. From this day forward, I will stand in front of everyone and protect every villager and every inch of Konoha's land.
Ladies and gentlemen, wherever leaves fall, fire will never cease to burn.
"good!"
"Yellow flash! Yellow flash!"
"The Fourth Hokage! The Fourth Hokage!"
The people of Konoha applauded and cheered, celebrating as the whole village did, while the new Hokage Rock quietly fell into the hands of the craftsmen.
Several months later, in Konoha Village.
The wedding bells echoed through the village.
In the central square of Konoha Village, flowers and ribbons adorn every corner.
The villagers spontaneously gathered on both sides of the street, cheering loudly.
This was not just a wedding, but a celebration—the wedding of the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, and Kushina Uzumaki.
It is another union between the center of power and the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki. Of course, this is only due to political factors. Most importantly, they share the same reason for their union as the First Hokage: perfect love!
Minato Namikaze was dressed in a white suit, his golden hair shimmering in the sunlight, and his blue eyes were full of tenderness.
He stood on the platform in the center of the square, holding a bouquet of red flowers, his gaze fixed on the red-haired woman in a white wedding dress at the end of the aisle.
Kushina Uzumaki walked slowly towards them.
Her red hair was styled into an elegant updo, with a few wisps of hair falling around her ears, making her face appear even more delicate.
The white wedding dress trailed behind her, its hem embroidered with the emblem of the Whirlpool Clan, shimmering with a faint golden light in the sunlight.
Her cheeks were slightly flushed, her eyes were filled with tears, but a bright smile graced her lips.
As she walked to the platform, Kushina stopped and looked at the blond man in front of her.
"Watergate".
"Kushina."
The two looked at each other, and everything around them seemed to fall silent.
The wedding was officiated by Hiruzen Sarutobi.
The old Hokage was dressed in a formal black kimono, holding an ancient scroll in his hands, with a kind smile on his face.
"Minato Namikaze, will you marry Kushina Uzumaki?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice wasn't loud, but everyone present heard it clearly.
Minato looked into Kushina's eyes, his voice gentle yet firm: "I do. I swear, from this day forward, I will dedicate my life to protecting you, to making you the happiest woman in the world. In good times and bad, in health and sickness, I will stay by your side until the very last moment of my life."
Kushina's tears finally fell as she stroked her belly, her eyes brimming with emotion.
"Kushina Uzumaki, will you marry Minato Namikaze?"
Kushina sniffed, nodded vigorously, her voice trembling with tears yet unusually loud.
"I do! I swear, from this day forward, I will always be by your side, cooking delicious food for you, helping you organize your files, giving you a back massage when you're tired, and listening to your troubles. You are the Hokage of Konoha, but you are also my Minato. I will love you with all my life, forever."
Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the audience.
Hiruzen Sarutobi closed the scroll and announced with a smile, "Then, in the name of the Third Hokage and the Principal of the Konoha Ninja Academy, I hereby formally announce that you are now husband and wife."
Minato stepped forward, gently lifted Kushina's veil, and leaned down to place a tender kiss on her lips.
Kushina closed her eyes, stood on tiptoe, and wrapped her arms around his neck.
Confetti burst in the air, petals fell from the sky, and cheers were deafening.
In the crowd, Mikoto Uchiha held the hand of five-year-old Itachi Uchiha, her eyes filled with tears and a warm smile on her lips.
She glanced at Uchiha Fugaku beside her, who unusually showed a gentle expression and lightly squeezed her hand.
"That's wonderful," Mikoto Uchiha said softly. Her best friend was finally happy.
"Hmm." Fugaku Uchiha gave a soft "hmm."
Mikoto glanced down at her slightly protruding belly, a gentle, maternal glow spreading across her face. She took Itachi's small hand and placed it on her stomach.
"Itachi, you're going to be a big brother."
Uchiha Itachi raised his head, a hint of anticipation flashing in his obsidian-like eyes. He looked at his mother's belly, then at her face, and then carefully placed his small hand on her abdomen.
"younger brother?"
Mikoto laughed: "I don't know yet. But does Itachi want a little brother?"
Itachi nodded seriously: "I want a younger brother."
Looking at his wife and children, Fugaku still wore a bitter expression, but his heart was filled with happiness.
Not far away, Hyuga Hiashi and Hyuga Hizashi stood at the edge of the crowd.
Hiashi Hyuga wore a faint smile, but there was a hint of worry in his eyes.
Hyuga Kagami, the Hokage's disciple, is the greatest disgrace to the Hyuga clan. He is secretly hunting tailed beasts, though few people know this.
But you can never hide fire with paper.
"Ugh!"
Hyuga Hizashi noticed the change in his brother's expression and gently tugged at his sleeve: "Brother?"
"It's nothing." Hiashi Hyuga snapped out of his thoughts. "Let's go, the wedding is over."
With the news of the Fourth Hokage's ascension spreading throughout the ninja world, the ninja world finally entered a season of prosperity and growth.
The leaders of various ninja clans and the young ninjas of Konoha successively led their beloved girls into the hall of marriage, and one after another, they gave birth to the fruits of their love.
Today is a special day.
Inside the elder's office, Uchiha Shisui knelt on one knee. This Shisui, who had made a great name for himself on the battlefield, had finally been promoted to Special Jonin today.
He then joined the Dark Division, became a squad leader, and entered the center of power.
This is very important for the Uchiha clan, representing the initial step towards reconciliation and overcoming their differences.