In Naruto, build the strongest Hidden Mist Village.

Chapter 43 Rasa's Killing Intent, Kisame's Hope

Hurry up, hurry up, faster!
Sweat beaded on Yekura's forehead as she ran desperately toward Sunagakure, glancing up every now and then with a hint of panic at the still-extending ice mirror in the sky.

No, we can't let that guy continue the slaughter.

We must reach a settlement immediately.

Naoki Kaguya, stop now!
Otherwise, they would all die.

However, Kaguya Naoki is destined never to hear the cries of her heart.

The ice mirror suddenly turned and moved forward in one direction.

The light refracted by the ice mirror shone into Ye Cang's eyes, causing her to close them involuntarily, feeling somewhat powerless.

She knew that yet another Sand Village squad was about to face annihilation.

"Lord Yakura."

Behind her were the Sand Village ninjas she had gathered using communication fireworks.

At this moment, they looked at the ice mirror with panic and fear, and someone spoke in a trembling voice.

"Should we continue fighting those monsters?"

"Not anymore."

Ye Cang let out a breath and smiled.

"I will rush back to the village immediately and ask the Fourth Hokage to make peace with Kirigakure!"

"The Yondaime."

The Sand Village ninjas were slightly excited and moved by Pakura's words of peace.

Then, with a hint of distrust, he muttered something to himself.

Only when Ye Cang turned his gaze did he lower his head.

These guys, really, sigh.

Ye Cang sighed, feeling a touch of sadness in his eyes.

The disappearance of the Third Kazekage, the strongest Kazekage, brought an end to the revival of Sunagakure.

Then, the ninja war broke out. Without a leader, most of the military forces were consumed and slaughtered before they could achieve any results.

After finally stabilizing the situation, signing a peace treaty with Konoha, and selecting the Fourth Kazekage, the village was still thrown into turmoil because Rasa had no battle record.

After finally quelling the conflict and launching an attack, they thought they could gain some advantage and achieve some results before withdrawing their troops for a truce.

Unexpectedly, they provoked a monster like Kaguya Naoki, which not only made the war impossible to win, but also put a large number of ninjas in the village in mortal danger.

Thinking of this, Ye Cang felt even heavier.

The fourth generation leader, with the first war ending in such a state, it seems his position in the village is about to become unstable again.

Even if it comes at a great cost to reconcile, it will still take a lot of effort to quell the opposition in the village.

Unrest and strife are about to erupt in the village once again.

Ye Cang silently stroked the headband on his head, a resolute look in his eyes.

We must help the Fourth Generation to quell the chaos in the village.

When the ninja world is at peace, everything will be alright.

"Finally home!"

Hearing the cheers behind him, Yecang gathered his thoughts, a smile appearing on his face. He looked up at the towering rock walls of Sunagakure and let out a long sigh.

Although they were intercepted by that monster, Kaguya Naoki, they suffered considerable losses.

Fortunately, the response was timely, and they managed to save so many people and preserve their last bit of vitality.

Stepping into the oasis near Sunagakure, Yekura no longer yielded to the majority of ninjas following behind her, and instead ran quickly toward the Kazekage Building.

. . . . . . . .

"These are the reasons why I believe we must reconcile with Kirigakure as soon as possible."

After Ye Cang finished speaking, he waited anxiously to the side, his heart pounding, quietly awaiting Feng Ying's response.

After a long while, a sigh was heard, making Ye Cang's heart even more uneasy.

"Yakura, you know that."

Seeking reconciliation so soon after the start of war will not only be met with resistance from Konoha, but will also face significant opposition within the village.

The Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, sat high on his throne, his face somewhat gloomy, his eyes bloodshot, showing no trace of the composure expected of someone in a high position.

"But, Lord Kazekage."

"Naoki Kaguya of Kirigakure is far too powerful; we probably have no way to fight against him."

Ye Cang raised his head and earnestly advised him.

Seeing the bitter look on Feng Ying's face, it seemed that he still did not want peace.

Just as Yecang was about to speak again, Luosha raised his hand, revealing a stiff smile, which made Yecang swallow his words.

"In that case, I trust you. We will formally negotiate peace tomorrow."

"However, I will need your help to formally meet with the commander of the Mist Village and submit the scroll."

Ye Cang was overjoyed and immediately spoke up. "Lord Fengying, the matter of peace negotiations should be discussed sooner rather than later."

It's still early today, why don't we go today?

Luo Sha sighed and poured out his bitterness.

"I still need to spend some time convincing others."

Ye Cang nodded in realization, a hint of understanding and sympathy appearing in his eyes.

The fourth generation is under too much pressure.

"Also, Yecang, under no circumstances should any information be revealed before this operation."

"To prevent petty people from obstructing our progress."

Ye Cang accepted the order with a stern expression, and seeing that Feng Ying had no further comment, he immediately withdrew.

Shortly after Ye Cang withdrew, Feng Ying Luo Sha immediately took out a scroll that he had prepared beforehand and spoke in a deep voice to the Anbu outside the house.

"Gather your squad and deliver this scroll to the Mist Shadow Camp as soon as possible."

If Kaguya Naoki tries to stop you, give him this scroll.

Having given these instructions, the secret service personnel withdrew.

At that moment, the office window was pushed halfway open by the wind, and a slight coolness seeped into the room, which eased Luo Sha's anxiety a little.

Ye Cang.

Don't blame me.

Who made you the only competitor for the Kazekage position?

The village cannot truly be at peace unless you are killed.

Moreover, if this war ends so hastily...

Wouldn't that mean I have to bear the responsibility for the war's defeat? And you, Scorching Release: Pakura, are to become the hero who leads the Sand Village back to peace.

If this continues, the position of Kazekage will be yours.

Only if you die in the battle against Kirigakure can I have enough reasons to reconcile and suppress the unnecessary thoughts of many others.

Seemingly having convinced himself, Luo Sha's eyes hardened.

The village can no longer withstand another upheaval.

So, for the sake of the village, please die as soon as possible!

Fengying Luosha raised his head, his face contorted with rage.

At the same time, the group of Anbu carrying the scroll that Kazekage Rasa had specifically requested be delivered to Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village) stepped out of the gates of Sunagakure (Hidden Sand Village).

As the sun was about to set, Kaguya Naoki intercepted the small team and also discovered the scroll.

Zabuza Momochi bent down, groped the corpse, and took out the scroll.

He glanced at it, his eyes flashing, and veins immediately bulging.

"Fengying, what a complete bastard!"

"How could a bastard who would do something like this become a Shadow!"

Kisame Hoshigaki tilted his head slightly, a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

But before Kaguya Naoki gave any instructions, he only swayed slightly and did not look at it on his own initiative.

"All right."

Naoki Kaguya stood up, took the scroll from Zabuza's hand, and spoke gently to the two who had not yet made a move.

"You may go back on your own."

"Sunagakure will be dealt with tomorrow."

Having said that, Kaguya Naoki summoned an ice mirror and, without giving the two any more time to speak, sped away into the distance.

Can it be resolved tomorrow?
A hint of surprise flashed in Kisame's eyes as he looked up. Gazing at the pale blue figure reflected in the ice mirror, his gaze became somewhat mesmerized, as if the blue and white robes of the Water Shadow God were already fluttering around that man.

Commander, you think you can take down Sunagakure, one of the Five Great Ninja Villages, in just three days?

You really have a knack for creating miracles.

I wonder if you, as the most outstanding ninja in Kirigakure, could bring about even the slightest change to this village that only knows falsehood and betrayal?
"Hey, you weirdo!"

Kisame Hoshigaki turned his head and looked at Zabuza Momochi, whose face was full of impatience.

"It's time to go. Make sure you stay well behind Lord Zabuza Momochi, or no one will save you if you die!"

Kisame Hoshigaki paused, then nodded thoughtfully, looking at Zabuza Momochi's exposed neck.

Is this... a companion?

As Kisame was muttering to himself, high in the sky, Kaguya Naoki opened the scroll of Kazekage.

Kazekage, how could you let Kirigakure personally kill Pakura?

Only Sunagakure's personal intervention could truly plunge her into despair.

(End of this chapter)