Avengers of the Whirlpool Family.

Chapter 184 Let’s get straight to the point

Almost at the same time that Ōnoki saw Menma.

Menma also saw Ohnoki flying over. Although he already knew that the Third Tsuchikage was a very rare ninja in the ninja world who could fly, after seeing him in person, Menma couldn't help but reveal a hint of envy in the depths of his pupils.

Not counting the battles of the wall-hangers.

At the shadow level, or even at the combat intensity of an ordinary super shadow goalkeeper, being able to fly is truly a great advantage.

The advantages of attack range and defensive maneuverability obtained here are truly incomparable to ordinary people.

Moreover, unlike Deidara and Rasa who had to ride or step on something, Ohnoki could fly in the sky easily, and it was not a big deal for him to carry one or two people with him.

This is coupled with the destructive power of Dust Release.

Therefore, even at the age of over 70, the Third Tsuchikage can still occupy an important position at the top of the ninja world.

"Haha, this one should be Uzumaki Menma-kun, he is indeed a hero born young. I haven't seen such an outstanding young man in many years. By comparison, I feel that I am really out of date."

As soon as it hit the ground.

Ohnoki stepped forward with a smile on his face, looking very familiar with the situation, and said this to Menma.

This guy is blatantly not trying to hide his intentions at all.

Even though Menma had expected this, he couldn't help but twitch his eyes slightly at this moment.

"No, no, Mr. Tsuchikage, you are too kind. Compared to you, I am still a brat."

You shouldn't hit a smiling person, not to mention that Menma had already made up his mind to win over the Third Tsuchikage as much as possible before he came. He bowed and saluted, and replied with a smile.

"Menma-kun, oh? Is it okay for me to call you that?"

Ōnoki smiled and shook his head, after politely asking for Menma's consent.

Then he continued, "When I was your age, I didn't have the strength and courage that you have. Menma-kun, don't be so modest. If this is not considered excellent, then no one in this world can be called a genius."

Anyway, compliments are free.

Oonoki just tried his best to put it on Menma's head.

Huang Tu, who was sitting next to him and looked honest, also looked like he was used to it. Others might not know what kind of personality his father had, but how could Huang Tu not understand it?
This is a realist leader in the true sense of the word.

Everything really depends on whether it is beneficial to one's own ninja village.

As long as it is beneficial.

No matter what it is.

Ohnoki was willing to do it, no matter who the target was, in what occasion, at what time, and who was Menma? He was the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

Huangtu knew too well how much his father wanted the numbness.

And this is a boy who is only 12 years old.

In his father's own words, as long as he could trick Menma, oh no, should I say persuade him to come to his own ninja village, he would have enough confidence to train Menma to become the true pillar of their Iwagakure Village.

"Well, we can only say that people are made by the times." Menma was of course aware of the meaning of Ōnoki's words, and was even more aware of Ōnoki's intentions. He just went over with a nonchalant attitude.

This actually caused a hint of surprise to flash across Ohnoki's pupils.

Because Menma's calmness was somewhat beyond Ōnoki's expectations, but when he thought of his previous performance, Ōnoki suddenly realized that if he was really an extremely immature and ignorant boy, he would probably have been buried long ago.

"That also requires someone with a heart to seize the opportunity, doesn't it? Menma-kun, just like Orochimaru-kun, after not seeing him for many years, Orochimaru-kun is even more charming than before."

Oonoki first spoke to Menma in a meaningful way.

Then he turned his head to look at Orochimaru beside him and greeted him with a smile.

"Style? Lord Tsuchikage is still good at talking. However, Menma-kun is different from me. I think Lord Tsuchikage should understand this, right?"

Orochimaru replied with a slight smile.

The meaning of those words was revealed almost without any disguise.

Oonoki can also get it immediately.

Or to be more precise, when he learned that Orochimaru would accompany Menma, the Third Tsuchikage was mentally prepared.

"That's natural. Orochimaru-kun is Orochimaru-kun, and Menma-kun is Menma-kun. I can still tell the difference between them. Therefore, I won't beat around the bush. Menma-kun, I think you can guess my intention this time. I now formally invite you to join our Iwagakure Village on behalf of the Iwagakure Village. Our Iwagakure Village can provide you with all the resources you want, and I can promise that I will never have any prejudice or discriminatory treatment against you, Menma-kun. If you are willing, I can personally accept you as my disciple. Moreover, our ninja village also has two Jinchūriki who can use the power of the tailed beasts almost perfectly and can guide you in all aspects."

So, after a brief greeting.

Ōnoki also went straight into the topic.

"Well, indeed, after learning from Orochimaru-san that Lord Tsuchikage intended to invite me to meet, I did guess a similar intention. But before I answer, Lord Tsuchikage, would you mind answering a few questions for me?"

Menma was not surprised at all. Through the original work and the conversation with Orochimaru before setting out, Menma could basically grasp the character of the Third Tsuchikage. To put it bluntly, this was a man who kept his word, and even though he was old, he was never vague or hesitant in doing things. He was just not as straightforward as the Fourth Raikage.

But in any matter, Ohnoki's decisiveness is not inferior to anyone else.

"Of course, just ask, Menma-kun."

Oonoki waved his right hand gently and spoke without hesitation.

Invite yourself.

People have doubts.

This is a matter of course.

If the other party agreed without hesitation as soon as he opened his mouth, Ohnoki would become suspicious.

I wonder if there is something wrong here.

"One question is, by inviting a traitor from Konoha like this, aren't you worried about angering Konoha and starting a full-scale war with Konoha? If I join your village, and Konoha threatens you with war, what will you do? Another question is, after all, I am from another village. You said that all my treatment will not be different and you will treat me equally. Are you really not worried about my loyalty at all? I am a traitor to the village. The last question is, if I reject you here today, what attitude will you take towards me?"

Menma looked at the Third Tsuchikage in the opposite position with a solemn expression and asked in a deep voice.

(End of this chapter)