Chapter 371

For those tasked with drafting governance plans for the five regions, it was necessary to first delineate the boundaries of each region. 

Without such divisions, they wouldn't know how to proceed with their proposals.

"The first region is the Region of Water, which encompasses the original Land of Water and the surrounding archipelagos," Hui began.

As he spoke, he activated the Water Curtain Technique, creating a virtual screen where he projected a massive map of the Shinobi World. The map clearly marked the boundaries of the Region of Water.

"Next, the original Land of Lightning and several neighboring countries will be designated as the Region of Lightning."

"In the same way, the original Land of Earth and its adjacent countries will form the Region of Earth. The original Land of Wind and its neighbouring countries will become the Region of Wind. Finally, the original Land of Fire and its adjacent countries will be designated as the Region of Fire."

With these words, Hui finalized the specific boundaries of the Five Regions, dividing the entirety of the known world into clear sections.

The only areas left outside this division were regions yet unexplored by humans. Hui planned to organize an exploration team to investigate those uncharted territories in the future.

"These are the Five Regions. You are free to choose one and create your governance proposal based on it," he continued.

This was no small task.

Each region covered an immense area, involving numerous former nations, and each was complex in its own way.

Drafting a reasonable and comprehensive governance plan in a short time would be incredibly challenging.

However, the very difficulty of the task made it an excellent test of their capabilities.

The positions of the Five Regional Leaders were so critical that only individuals with exceptional abilities would be entrusted with them.

In reality, while there were five regions, their choices essentially boiled down to four.

The Region of Fire, after all, was unlikely to attract any contenders.

Konoha itself was situated in the Region of Fire. Its governance system was already mature, leaving little room for change.

Moreover, Konoha's governance had always been under Hui's direction. In the field of governance, he was seen as an untouchable peak by everyone present.

Who would dare to tamper with or modify it?

Not only would they not dare, but their own governance plans would have to take Konoha's system as a foundation, adapting it to the specific circumstances of their assigned regions.

Hui had anticipated this reaction. After some thought, he spoke again.

"The Region of Fire will not include Konoha. I have separate plans for Konoha."

At this declaration, many eyes immediately turned toward the Region of Fire.

Excluding Konoha, the Region of Fire was clearly the easiest to govern. Its geographical environment was similar to Konoha's, rich in resources, fertile land, and a population with customs and habits nearly identical to those of Konoha. The people of the Region of Fire were also more open-minded, making them more receptive to new ideas.

Governing the Region of Fire would essentially involve replicating Konoha's governance model.

"Regarding the Five Regions and their leaders, we will continue this discussion in the next meeting. For now, I have an announcement to make."

Hui's words brought everyone back to attention. They quickly focused, realizing this was not a matter for discussion but a decision to be announced.

This meant it was something significant.

"Before I make the announcement, let me show you something," he said.

Hui gestured toward Minato, who immediately stepped forward.

Minato created multiple shadow clones, each carrying a pile of scrolls. The clones quickly moved through the meeting room, distributing the scrolls to everyone present.

The recipients looked at the words written on the scrolls, initially puzzled.

However, some among them smiled, their eyes lighting up with excitement.

The words on the scroll read: Eight Gates Sage Ascension Technique.

It was none other than the training method for the Eight Gates Ascension.

Hui had decided to begin spreading this revolutionary technique throughout Konoha.

As the attendees unrolled the scrolls and began reading, their expressions changed one by one.

They were stunned, their mouths agape and their expressions filled with disbelief.

"This... this... this!!!"

Someone stammered, trembling as they read the content on the scroll.

"A completely new power system?!"

"A technique that allows the human body to evolve? This is incredible!"

"To use the human body to ascend to godhood... what a groundbreaking concept!"

"Natural energy, the Eight Gates within the body, sealing techniques, Sage Mode, human evolution... Can such a technique truly succeed?"

"This is unbelievable, absolutely unbelievable!"

The room erupted into noise, the attendees too excited to remain calm.

Those who had already cultivated the Eight Gates Sage Ascension Technique smiled knowingly.

The reactions of the others reminded them of their own emotions when they first encountered this method.

They had been just as thrilled and incredulous back then.

"In the village, you may have noticed that some individuals leaving my office bear a new mark on their foreheads. That mark is the Seal of the Sage," Hui revealed, dropping yet another bombshell.

This revelation caused many in the room to change their expressions instantly.

Some began to piece together the truth, while others found themselves riddled with new questions.

Seeing their confusion, Hui addressed their concerns directly.

"Why were they granted the Sage Seal so early? Naturally, there is a reason.

"Now that you have seen this technique, you should understand its significance.

"This method has the potential to transform the entire world and everyone within it. It is simply too important.

"Before the world was unified, to prevent the technique from being leaked, it was impossible for me to allow the entire village to begin cultivating it.

"As for why some people were allowed to cultivate it early, it was because they passed my tests.

"These tests included talent... and mindset.

"Talent speaks for itself. As for mindset, let me make it clear: I have long been aware of everyone's little schemes and thoughts.

"Of course, everyone has their own self-interests, and I can understand that.

"As long as those personal ambitions do not harm Konoha's interests, I've chosen to turn a blind eye."

Hui's words were laced with a faint smile, causing some to break out into a cold sweat. Their faces turned pale as their hearts raced.

They felt both fear and relief.

Fear that their hidden intentions had already been discovered. Relief that they hadn't acted against Konoha's interests.

No, those who had dared to plot against Konoha's interests... were already gone!

In an instant, a chill ran down their spines.

Indeed, those individuals were gone, though many had assumed they'd simply been reassigned elsewhere.

"This matter is now in the past, and I will not pursue it further.

"Remember, it is fine to have small ambitions for the sake of your clan's development.

"But if you harm public interests, do not blame me for being ruthless."

With that veiled warning, Hui returned to the topic of the Eight Gates Sage Ascension Technique.

"Now, regarding the Eight Gates Sage Ascension Technique," he continued.

"With this technique, the cultivation system of this world is destined to change.

"It will shift from the chakra-based system to a triad of natural energy, Sage Chakra, and ordinary chakra.

"Although I do not encourage continuing with the chakra system, if anyone is particularly attached to it, I will not object.

"However, I believe that most people in this world will embrace the natural energy and Sage Chakra systems, especially through the cultivation of the Eight Gates Sage Ascension Technique.

"Therefore, I plan to rename the entire world, The unified nation, The Sage World, or Sage Shinobi Nation.

"As for Konoha... it, too, will be renamed.

"One month from now, in what will be the 40th year of Konoha, the era of Konoha will officially end.

"From that day forward, Konoha will be renamed Hidden Sage Village.

"Likewise, the title of Hokage will come to an end on that day.

"From that day forward, I will become the first leader of Hidden Sage Village, with the title Sage, the First Sage!"

Hui's declaration marked the end of the old era and the definitive conclusion of the world's existing cultivation system.

Going forward, the cultivation system of this world would revolve around natural energy and Sage Chakra.

The ultimate goal of cultivation would be self-evolution.

This was the most monumental transformation, a revolution that far surpassed the mere replacement of an era.

For this transformation symbolized the beginning of humanity's journey from mortals to gods!

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