Pokémon Ninja Scrolls of the Mizukage

Chapter 418 The conspiracy behind it

That's right, it's not just Konoha that wants to hold a joint Chunin Exam.

Jianchuan Ju and Elder Yuanshi had also planned to hold a joint Chunin Exam led by Kirigakure.

However, the Hidden Mist Village itself has always adhered to the principle of "secrecy".

Not only is the geographical location inconvenient for transportation, but there is also nothing to see in the surrounding area.

There isn't even a real, large-scale battle venue open to the public.

If a joint Chunin Exam were really held in the Hidden Mist Village, it would be hard to imagine how many nobles and wealthy businessmen would come to visit.

Even if some of them could come, it would probably make their stereotype of the Hidden Mist Village even more serious.

So after this decision was made, Jianchuan Ju and Elder Yuanshi had always believed that the venue for the Chunin Exam should be set in Umigiri Castle.

As an emerging city, Haiwu City was originally positioned as a commercial city.

An innovative and open style was established at the beginning of the city’s construction.

As the venue for the Chunin Exam, it not only allows visitors to get to know the Hidden Mist Village again, but also boosts the economic trade of the Sea Mist City.

Compared to other participating small ninja villages, the resistance from going to Sea Mist Castle to take the exam will be much weaker than going directly to the headquarters of the Hidden Mist Village.

While Kirigakure was demonstrating its own strength, it was also able to save some face for others.

That is if you want to invite Konoha.

Their mood when they come to visit Sea Mist City may be a little subtle.

Of course, Jian Chuanju wouldn't take such a small matter to heart.

It's just that I didn't expect it.

Before Kirigakure sent an invitation to Konoha, Konoha's invitation to the joint Chunin Exam was sent first.

Fortunately, Elder Yuanshi gave Jianchuan Ju a good answer.

"The island training ground in Sea Mist City has already been completed because there is less content that needs to be renovated."

"As for the large-scale battle arena in Sea Mist City, it was actually completed some time ago."

"It's just that you said before, Yondaime-sama, that once the venue is built, it can be opened to the public first, rented to businesses for exhibitions, or held some celebrations, concerts, and other events to attract tourists."

"My plan is not fully prepared yet, so I didn't report it to you right away."

Jianchuan Ju nodded when he heard this, and he was not too surprised.

This was the idea he had given to Elder Yuanshi.

After all, although the Battle Arena was built specifically for the Joint Chunin Exam, this kind of large-scale exam is only held once or twice a year.

The rest of the time should be used elsewhere.

Organizing some large-scale activities can not only attract tourists, but also recover some of the construction funds.

However, now that time is a bit tight, it is obviously not suitable to give priority to arranging these side jobs for the battle hall.

"Let's put the external leasing on hold for now, and prioritize the barrier protection and strength inspection."

Hearing this, Elder Yuanshi also understood Jianchuan Ju's meaning and continued to ask along the lines of his words.

"So, Mizukage-sama, how should we respond to Konoha's invitation?"

Jianchuan Ju tapped his fingers on the table a few times, organized his words a little, and began to speak.

"Let's discuss this with Konoha first and see if they are interested in moving the exam to Sea Mist City and hosting it together with us."

"After all, Konoha probably doesn't want to see most of the small countries give up their invitations and come to our side to take the exam."

"By then, not only will their purpose of holding this exam be largely defeated, but it will also be embarrassing."

Jianchuan Ju's words were not outrageous. After all, after the previous war, the mission shares of several small countries were allocated to the Kirigakure.

Although Konoha is still trying to maintain its prestige as the largest ninja village, many people can see their weakness.

If only Konoha held this joint Chunin Exam and extended invitations to these small countries.

Then most of the small ninja villages would not offend Konoha.

The nobles of small countries were also happy to participate in the event and travel and visit at the same time.

But if both Kirigakure and Konoha send out invitations at the same time, at least the small ninja village close to the Land of Water will definitely choose to follow their boss.

The remaining relatively neutral countries, or small countries backed by the Land of Earth and the Land of Wind, will inevitably reconsider whether to accept Konoha's invitation.

After all, if it comes to that, the bad reputation of the Hidden Mist Village in the past would actually serve as a deterrent.

Should he offend Kirigakure, which is known as the 'blood mist', or Konoha, which is always famous for its 'magnanimity', because of such a small matter?

This is actually not a very difficult multiple-choice question.

Of course, even so, it remains unknown whether Konoha will agree.

Out of caution, Elder Yuanshi naturally needed to remind Jianchuan Ju to make preparations in this regard in advance.

"What if Konoha refuses?"

Jianchuan Ju didn't think much about it and replied directly.

"If Konoha refuses, tell them that our final exam will be held on the same day as theirs. As long as the Chunin Exam is held normally, it will only matter whether the subsequent diversion effect is good or bad."

"Besides, our previous target was not them. Our focus was still on the Sand Village. Whether it was an invitation from Konoha or from us, we had to at least make sure they agreed to one."

"In fact, it might be better for us if the Kazekage-sama led the team to participate in Konoha's Chunin Exam."

Elder Yuanshi thought about that scenario.

Although it deviates slightly from their original plan, it does seem to be a good idea.

However, for safety reasons, Elder Yuanshi still made another suggestion.

"We can negotiate with Konoha first. We will take care of this joint exam. The next time Konoha holds a joint exam, we will also actively lead the team to participate."

"Then our two families will jointly send an invitation to Sunagakure, which can also be regarded as promoting the relationship between our allies."

After hearing this, Jianchuan Ju did not reject Elder Yuanshi's proposal.

After all, it was the first time that Kirigakure held a joint Chunin Exam, and it was also one of the more important large-scale external events after he took office as Mizukage.

Making it a grand event can also be considered as laying a good foundation for the future.

On the contrary, Jianchuan Ju didn't care at all about the fact that after inviting Konoha, the Genin of the Hidden Mist Village might have to face strong enemies in the exam and run the risk of failing and being embarrassed.

Not to mention that the strength of his disciples is quite good.

Even if all the Genin were defeated in the end, Konoha would still be the winner.

But with himself as the youngest Mizukage, no force dared to underestimate the future potential of Kirigakure.

"Okay, let's do it."

After finishing speaking, Jianchuan Ju seemed to have thought of something and reminded Elder Yuanshi again.

"By the way, as for the invitation from the Hidden Rain Village, Naruto can go there when the time comes."

"After he sends out the invitation, let him stay there for a while and don't rush back."

"It's been delayed for so long, when the time comes, just let him choose the right time and act directly."

(End of this chapter)