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"Pleasant to work with."

Nara Shikaku shook hands with Ebizo, and said with narrowed eyes, "Old sir, please don't do anything like buying from the upstream supplier and then taking over the downstream supplier, otherwise everyone's business will be ruined."

"How could that be? If we really did that, either we would be swallowed up by the person before us or by the person after us. Either way, we would be at a disadvantage."

Ebizo sighed, "In the end, it's just a matter of lacking strength..."

"In that case, how about we help you vet the candidates and see who would be more suitable as the next Wind Shadow?"

Nara Shikaku suddenly spoke, and Ebizo's eyes widened in surprise. He reached out and tightly grasped Nara Shikaku's hand.

"Mr. Nara's words were somewhat of a joke."

"I don't think so."

Nara Shikaku, seemingly oblivious to the fact that his hand was being gripped so tightly, smiled and said, "After all, this is a step forward in our friendly cooperation."

I understand!

Qianqiu suddenly stood up. The two charlatans started communicating telepathically about all those agreements and such, and he didn't understand them at all.

But she understood this part!

Help the Wind Kingdom choose a Wind Shadow?

This is a very big deal!

If the Land of Wind really did take Konoha's opinion into account when choosing the Kazekage, then this situation is going to get interesting.

A weak nation has no diplomacy. If a country has to rely on other countries to elect its leader, doesn't that directly mean that the country is submitting to that country?

"This……"

Ebizo's mind raced as he pondered whether the complex web of interests involved aligned with his expectations.

Chiyo, on the other hand, jumped up.

"no!"

"How can we agree to that!"

"Konoha will help us choose the Kazekage? Don't even think about it!"

She wasn't stupid; she naturally understood how significant it was for Feng Ying to be chosen with someone else's help.

"What? We meant well! Look at what you've become without the Wind Shadow!"

Seeing that Nara Shikaku had started "telepathically communicating" with Ebizo again, Chiaki simply stepped in and confronted Chiyo herself.

"Who knows, before this war is even over, your Wind Kingdom might be driven to extinction by internal strife over the election of the Wind Shadow!"

There are traces to this; every leader election, especially the rise of the Shadow, is a history of blood and tears.

Moreover, given the current state of the Land of Wind, it would be extremely difficult for a strong and established Kazekage to take the throne.

In reality, Ebizo was also extremely worried.

Because of the timeline, the Third Shinobi World War started much earlier than in the original story. At this time, the Fourth Kazekage, Gaara's father, had not yet reached his full potential and was unable to take on the position of Kazekage on his own.

The power struggles within the upper echelons of the Land of Wind are also quite intense. Rasa, who is hovering at the threshold of becoming a Kage and has not yet reached that level, appears somewhat weak.

In short, there's still one problem: the Land of Wind has no people!

Konoha is producing a wealth of talent, while the Land of Lightning is also boasting a new AB duo, along with a variety of powerful ninjas.

Not to mention the neighboring Land of Earth, where the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki's son, Akatsuchi, is incredibly strong, along with Akatsuchi and Shiratsuchi, who possess the bloodline limit of Explosion Release, and the recently rising prodigy, Onoki's granddaughter, the future Leg Kage, Kurotsuchi.

Even in the most obscure Land of Water, there is the formidable weapon of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

The Land of Wind is really feeling stifled. If you count carefully, are there any ninjas who are particularly outstanding?

No!

In recent years, the ninjas of the Land of Wind have truly suffered from a lack of promising young talents; otherwise, they would not have fallen to the bottom of the five great nations.

"Even if we fight amongst ourselves until the country is destroyed, it doesn't mean that your Konoha should have to choose the Kazekage for us!"

Chiyo said angrily, while Chiaki rolled her eyes, "Is it really necessary? We're just choosing a Kazekage, it won't affect your internal decisions."

"Making it as if he were dying."

"Ok?"

"What did you say?"

Upon hearing Chiaki's words, Ebizo suddenly realized what she meant and grasped Nara Shikaku's hand, saying, "Do you agree with what your little princess said?"

"Ah this..."

Chiaki was shocked. She was just trying to retaliate against old woman Chiyo. What was Ebizo trying to do?

"...Approved."

Nara Shikaku glanced at the embarrassed Chiaki and nodded calmly.

"No... Strategist... I won't say anything more, you decide for yourself..."

Chiaki curled up in a ball with a bitter face, feeling like she was going to die. She had only been being stubborn, but if she ruined Nara Shikaku's plan because of this, she would be a sinner.

"How to say?"

Ebizo looked expectantly at Nara Shikaku, who smiled and glanced at the cowering Chiaki, saying calmly, "There's nothing wrong with that."

"We're just here to keep an eye on things for you; in crucial moments, we might even be able to lend you a hand."

"However, this condition will be added after our agreement is finalized."

Ebizo was overjoyed. "That's natural, that's natural!"

"Alright, it's a pleasure to do business with you!"

Nara Shikaku smiled and nodded, giving Chiaki a reassuring look.

"Good! Someone, bring the best food to Princess Konoha!"

Ebizo clapped his hands and gave instructions to his men.

He pulled over Chiyo, who had a sour face, and said to Chiaki with a smile, "Come on, let's not talk about business anymore, let's enjoy a feast!"

Chapter 276 A Chill Runs Through My Neck

"I was wrong."

"I'll accept whatever punishment I get this time."

"I have a sharp tongue."

In the village on Kikyo Mountain, Chiaki sincerely apologized to Nara Shikaku, saying, "I will take responsibility for the consequences of this matter."

"Responsible?"

What are you responsible for?

Nara Shikaku sat cross-legged in front of the fire, casually poking at the torch. "Oh... when it comes time to elect the Kazekage, you can participate, it won't be a problem."

"……no."

Qianqiu said awkwardly, "If I hadn't spoken out of turn, you might have been able to gain more benefits, right?"

"It's not that bad, you're overestimating me."

Nara Shikaku remarked with admiration, "Ebizo is truly remarkable; seeing him in person is far better than hearing about him."

"Don't be fooled by his happy appearance; he has actually planned every step of the way."

"?"

Chiaki stared blankly at Nara Shikaku, while Akimichi Choza and Yamanaka Inoichi smiled mysteriously.

"It's starting! Mr. Nara's Grand Lecture Series!"

The two of them quickly slipped out arm in arm, dragging away the still somewhat confused You Nu Zhiwei along with them.

At this time, Chiaki and the others had returned to Kikyo Mountain from the main force of the Land of Wind. Yakushi Nonou and Yakushi Kabuto had made proper arrangements for the villagers of Kikyo Village and explained the current situation to them.

With Kabuto Yakushi mediating and Nono Yakushi's abilities, the villagers of Kikyo Village easily accepted everything and warmly welcomed the group from Konoha.

Compared to the ninjas from the Land of Wind, the situation in Konoha is much better.

Chiaki left her storage scroll to the pharmacist Nono. Not only did she not use the villagers' ingredients, but she also distributed a lot of ingredients to the villagers.

In fact, the villagers are very simple and honest. They will repay those who are good to them a hundredfold or a thousandfold.

Chiaki provided the ingredients, and the hospitable villagers lined up to cook for the Konoha people, even going so far as to hunt and retrieve their hidden wine to treat them.

The ninjas from the Land of Wind stationed on Mount Kikyo have all withdrawn and returned to their main force.

Having experienced the millennia, they were all grateful to Chiaki. They had given up on themselves and were ready to die, but now they were alive again because of Chiaki. They even played a role in promoting the change in the relationship between the Land of Wind and the Land of Fire.

"cough."

Nara Shikaku looked at Chiaki, who had stayed behind to "listen," with admiration. Chiaki looked around blankly. Apart from Mirai, who was still with her, she blinked her big eyes at Nara Shikaku. Everyone else had disappeared.

Even Yakushi Nonou and Yakushi Kabuto noticed something was wrong and quickly slipped away.

"Well... how about we make this quick and easy?"

Chiaki's heart skipped a beat, and she forced a smile as she asked Nara Shikaku.

Nara Shikaku nodded knowingly and began to recount the entire incident from the very beginning.

He explained his own thoughts and ideas, along with those of Ebizo, and broadened Chiaki's mind and horizons, showing her how to respond to various tactics.

Chiaki was initially somewhat alarmed, after all, Yamanaka Inoichi and Akimichi Choza had both simply run away.

Later, she began to enjoy listening to him. Nara Shikaku was extremely intelligent and had a strong teaching ability. Chiaki could understand the tactics he explained.

but……

When discussing the 139th tactical plan and countermeasures, Chiaki had already shifted from a state of great interest to one of painful anxiety.

It's too long...

There are too many options...

Is this really a human brain?