Avengers of the Whirlpool Family.

Chapter 375 Konoha Mission
This is a skill that is essential for high-ranking people in a country or a ninja village.

They can be fighting to the death one second, and can sit together and chat peacefully the next.

Because they not only represent themselves, but also represent a country and a ninja village. Everything must be based on the overall situation and the interests of the country and the ninja village.

Any behavior, any judgment.

They all serve the core interests.

As the leader of Takigakure Village, Shibuki had some qualities in this aspect. Both the previous leader and the later leader Mizuno Satoru paid close attention to Shibuki's training. If the successor lacks these basic abilities, then it would really be nothing to look forward to.

Therefore, when facing the three jonin, Shikaku, Haiyi, and Kakashi, there was really nothing wrong with Shibuki's superficial efforts.

Only Xianglin's skill in cultivating Qi is not so perfect yet.

After all, she is just a girl of about 14 years old. It would be strange if she was really that cunning, but on the surface, she is still okay.

Shikaku also had a smile on his face, as if he didn't care at all that his arm was destroyed by the companion of the person in front of him. He said with a calm expression: "Mr. Shibuki is too polite. Your village is reorganized with a new look, and it is also the succession celebration of Lord Ame-kage. We in Konoha should come to congratulate. We still have to ask Lord Ame-kage, Mr. Shibuki, please don't blame us for coming too late."

Hikari Village, Tianying!
After being approved internally, such a name was directly announced throughout the ninja world.

Because this also requires the unanimous approval of the ninja villages in all countries in the ninja world.

The Star Hidden Village in the Bear Country is completely a self-contained community, or to put it bluntly, it is deceiving itself.

Look at the ninja world, which country has recognized it?

Aren’t you all treating Xingyin Village as a joke?
film!
This is not just a self-satisfying name, but also a reflection of the status of a great power and a manifestation of the division of interests within a ninja village.

As long as all the ninja villages in various countries acknowledge the status of the Hikage Village and recognize the identity of the Tenkage as the Sixth Kage, the Hikage Village will naturally have the right to influence and share the benefits of other small countries in the surrounding areas.

This is a real "righteous cause".

Of course, the most important thing is strength. Even if other countries do not recognize it, as long as Menma and the others have the matching strength, it is the same. It’s just that the former can be easier, which is why Menma can’t understand.

When the Sand Village came, it could be said that they were currently at a disadvantage and did not want to cause any trouble. When the Kumogakure Village came, they had already signed a 'peace agreement' before. In addition, their own Yuuki were still in Menma's hands. Even if the probability was very low, close to 0, there was still a possibility of redeeming them. Naturally, they would not refuse. It was just a name after all.

Whether he comes to the Iwagakure Village or not, it means that there is a bit of an ambiguous relationship between them.

Only Konoha.

There are really a thousand reasons not to come, and it is even more likely that they will directly and publicly denounce the Hikari Village for such behavior.

It’s not about whether it’s useful or not, but whether you will do it.

But now, Konoha not only sent people here.

It is such a luxurious and large delegation, and now it has directly acknowledged Menma's "Tenkage" status at the main gate of the ninja village.

Let alone Xianglin.

Shibuki was stunned subconsciously.

With this move, Shibuki really expressed that he had never experienced this before. Did Konoha just admit defeat?

Isn't it?

A hint of suspicion could not help but flash across Shimu's pupils.

Is there something hidden?

Shibuki tried hard not to look at Karin. Many thoughts flashed through his mind quickly. Unable to make a judgment, he took a deep breath and adjusted his mindset.

"Haha, Lu Jiu-san, that's too polite. Please come in this way."

If you can’t figure it out, don’t think about it.

Anyway, I am here to do the welcoming work.

There is no need to think too much.

Shibuki leaned sideways in an inviting gesture and spoke softly.

Karin, who was sitting on the side, also had a smiling face, as if she was not affected by Shikaku's words at all.

Shikaku also spoke as if it were a very ordinary sentence.

He smiled and nodded.

Following from that.

Under the leadership of Shibuki and Karin, the Konoha group strode towards the interior of the village.

All the way.

Shikaku, Kakashi, and Haiyi in the team are still fine.

But Shikamaru, Choji, Kiba and other young people couldn't help looking around. Strictly speaking, this was the first time for them to visit other ninja villages in other countries. The most important thing was that this ninja village was the one they had just fought against before.

If I have to say it, it's definitely a weird feeling.

They don't have as much life experience as their parents.

"It doesn't look that different from Konoha..."

Walk in along the avenue.

Look at the stores on both sides.

And from the people of Guangyin Village who were walking around, one could clearly feel their high spirits.

There was also a hint of strangeness in Shikamaru's eyes.

But Shikamaru had no idea that the Takigakure Village was not like this before. Although it was somewhat more peaceful and tranquil than other small ninja villages, that was all. This kind of happiness and confidence that came from the heart was not there before.

These are all caused by facial numbness.

In just less than two years, these people completed a transformation that was almost like an evolution.

Before, they all looked up to the five major countries.

Now they can look at each other on an equal footing. Some people with greater self-confidence feel that their own ninja village can look down on the five major countries of the past.

Because judging from the current situation.

Didn't our own ninja village defeat the Hidden Cloud Village, Hidden Leaf Village, and Hidden Mist Village one after another, and even forced the Hidden Sand Village to retreat! ?

Who can compare with such a brilliant record! ?

Is this what has become of the former overlord, the Hidden Leaf Village?
Therefore, when the Hikari Village was established and delegations from major ninja villages arrived, the people of the Hikari Village all had a feeling of honor.

They are now a superpower!

It is the sixth largest country that must be recognized by all ninja villages. Their leader is the newly-promoted Sixth Kage - Lord Amakage.

"This is the place we have arranged for everyone in the Hidden Leaf Village to live. Generally speaking, you can move around freely, but please do not trespass in certain areas. If you want to go out at night, please report to our guards and patrols to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. What do you think? Shikaku-san!"

After arriving at a house not far from the central street of Ninja Village.

Shibuki stopped at the gate with a smile on his face. His seemingly peaceful words were full of warnings. "This is a natural thing. Please don't worry, Mr. Shibuki. All of us in Konoha will abide by basic etiquette and order."

Shikaku chuckled back.

"That's good. Well, since you have come from afar, please take a rest. We won't disturb you. Xianglin, let's go."

Shibuki smiled and nodded.

Following from that.

He left with Xianglin, who had been silent almost the entire time.

Shikaku looked at the direction the two people left and frowned slightly.

"Shikaku?"

Haiyi on the side came closer and wanted to ask something.

"Let's go in first and then talk."

But he was interrupted by Lu Jiu just waving his hand.

Say it.

Lu Jiu himself took the lead and walked in the front.

The group of people behind also followed in.

As these houses were specially built and later renovated to receive foreign guests, it can be said that all the supporting facilities are very complete, and the service staff are also very well arranged. It is very "considerate" that no ninjas are arranged in the internal area, and they are all ordinary people.

But these are common configurations.

When walking to the back area of ​​the house where we were staying.

"Ms. Hinata, although I know you are very concerned about Naruto-kun's problem, this is the Hidden Light Village after all, and we are new here. I hope Miss Hinata can control herself. This is the best choice not only for Miss Hinata, but also for Naruto-kun. The same goes for the rest of you. This is not our Konoha. You must remember your identity. Shikamaru, as a Chunin, you should understand your position and ability. Remember?"

Shikaku also stopped and spoke to the little ones who were about to leave to rest in their respective rooms, especially Shikamaru and Hinata.

The former is his own son, and Shikaku hopes to see the mature and rational side of his child, rather than acting casually. This is not Konoha, and the present is not the past. Everything is incomparable.

They represent Konoha!

A true ninja.

Then there is no need to mention Hinata.

Everyone knew why she appeared in the delegation. This was also the reason why Shikaku came to the Hidden Light Village in person. It was also for this reason that Shikaku did not want to see Hinata and the other little ones make any irrational judgments or behaviors.

If that happens, it will not only harm them, but will also affect Naruto (if Naruto is still alive as Shikaku himself judged).
The most important thing is that it will affect the facial numbness.

Although Shikaku is not as naive as Jiraiya and has always been known for his rationality, if he can really do what Jiraiya said, it would indeed be the best outcome for Konoha.

Of course, Lu Jiu himself felt that it was almost impossible.

But everything has to be struggled for, right?

"Well, Uncle Shikaku, please rest assured that I won't do anything rash."

Hinata took a deep breath and replied playfully.

Hinata more or less understood the principle that caring too much will lead to confusion. After all, she was born into a real family of ladies. The Hyuga clan was undoubtedly an ancient clan with a history of nearly a thousand years. In terms of status, they were definitely one of the best in the ninja world. Although the training of their offspring was very retro in many aspects, it could even be said to be stubborn.

But everyone still has the necessary qualities.

Hinata knew very well that the more she cared about what Naruto said, the more she should not act recklessly.

This is the 'enemy camp'!

"Don't worry, Dad. I know what I should do."

Shikamaru at the side also nodded heavily in reply.

I'm past the age of joking now.

If they are qualified ninjas, they should hold themselves to the standards of ninjas, and obeying the orders of their superiors is one of them.

As the main person in charge of the delegation, all the orders given by Shikaku must be obeyed by everyone in the delegation.

The rest of the delegation dispersed.

They all returned to their corresponding rooms to rest, while Shikaku took Kakashi, Haiyi and Might Guy to a room in the front.

"Axing, I'll leave it to you."

Before the four entered the room.

Shikaku also spoke to a young ninja standing outside wearing a Konoha vest.

"Well, don't worry, Shikaku-san!"

This young ninja was a rare Jonin-level perception ninja from the Hidden Leaf Village who was specially arranged by Tsunade to be in the delegation.

His actual combat capability is indeed a little weak, but in terms of perception ability, this senior ninja named Axing can be regarded as an outstanding existence in the ninja world. Under normal circumstances, as long as he does not make any mistakes or carelessness, and releases his perception techniques with all his strength, even an ordinary Five Kage-level existence cannot escape Axing's detection.

Once you get close to the corresponding range, Ah Xing will react!

It is because of the existence of Axing.

Only after a long time can you feel at ease.

After nodding, Lu Jiu and the other three stepped into the house and closed the door tightly.

"So, what should we do next, Shikaku? Although this is just a snippet of the information we have so far, it can be seen that the current Takigakure Village is on very tight security, which is completely different from the past. The most important thing is that barrier. Who knows, there might be a similar barrier somewhere. If we act rashly, our tracks will be easily exposed, right?"

Just sat down.

Yamanaka Haiyi couldn't help but ask.

They came to Konoha with two clear intentions. One was to determine whether Naruto was dead or alive, which was related to the next decision of their Hidden Leaf Village.

At least that's what they really think.

The second is to further confirm the specific situation of the Hikari Village at the moment, including but not limited to the configuration of the top management, the approximate combat power of the entire ninja village, and whether the merger of the former Takigakure Village and Kusagakure Village is really as smooth and smooth as it appears to the outside world.

Can we find a breakthrough?

It is also the top priority!

It should be said that on this point, the ninja villages in other countries all have the same attitude.

They don't really want to see that this newly established ninja village is so impeccable. What they want to see is finding loopholes and attacking its weaknesses.

"No, these actions are prohibited. Haiyi, I didn't agree with this approach before, but I haven't seen the situation in Guangyin Village with my own eyes, so I didn't make a direct judgment. Judging from the contact just now, any dangerous action of ours has a great possibility of being exposed. We can't take risks!"

(End of this chapter)