I am the most popular character in Naruto!

I'm tired of hearing about so many options...

Furthermore, many of the solutions are not necessarily feasible and can only be simulated in the mind. Qianqiu said that her brain has begun to stop working and is burning out.

"Stop, stop..."

"That's about enough... Time for dinner..."

Chiaki quickly called a halt to Nara Shikaku's plan. Mirai was already fast asleep in Chiaki's arms. She had become drowsy during the fifth plan and was fast asleep by the tenth plan.

Nara Shikaku smacked his lips, took a sip of tea, looked at the sky outside, and nodded, still wanting more.

"Okay, then I'll finish by explaining the plan and agreement we've finalized."

"hiss……"

Chiaki gasped. Before hearing this, she still felt a little guilty towards Nara Shikaku, after all, she had done something wrong.

But now, forget about guilt. It's already a sign of Chiaki's good temper that he didn't kill Nara Shikaku on the spot.

"This agreement is actually quite simple; it can be deduced from the previous Plan No. 102."

Nara Shikaku smiled and said with his hands clasped together, "The current situation of the Land of Wind is nothing more than that it has made a deal with the Land of Earth, asking the Land of Earth to help resist the invasion of the Land of Lightning, and in return, they will be responsible for paying for the military expenses, food supplies, and the reward they will receive afterward."

"It's essentially the same as mercenaries. For the Land of Earth, this is a huge win. It can protect its vested interests in the Land of Wind while weakening the Land of Lightning's fighting power. It's a win-win situation."

"It seems that the Land of Earth must have another army, besides the one on the front lines, that is stirring up trouble."

"They have had enough time to recuperate and can accumulate a large population to wage war."

Chiaki nodded. Nara Shikaku had just mentioned this point: the Land of Earth has a wealth of talented ninjas, comparable to Konoha, and in terms of the population available for war, the Land of Earth completely surpasses Konoha.

It's important to know that during the Second Shinobi World War, Konoha suffered a devastating defeat, resulting in excessive population losses.

But what about the Land of Earth and the Land of Thunder?

They didn't really make any moves, thus preserving their forces and saving the opportunity for a major battle for now.

"Therefore, I proposed this agreement to the Land of Wind: we will fight the Land of Thunder for them, and we will not need to pay any fees. We will cover all the military expenses and supplies ourselves. They only need to meet the conditions that we offer them after we defeat the Land of Thunder."

Nara Shikaku stretched his neck and said contentedly, "So, when I put the selection of the Kazekage as a condition, Ebizo agreed without hesitation because that's what he wanted."

"With Konoha's support, he can act freely and choose the Kazekage who best serves his interests."

Qianqiu shuddered, feeling a chill run down her spine at the intellectual battle between the two. They had barely spoken, yet they had managed to achieve so much cooperation.

"...Speaking of which, aren't we at a disadvantage? We don't need military spending or supplies..."

After pondering for a moment, Chiaki rested her chin on her hand and asked Nara Shikaku. Nara Shikaku chuckled and said, "What loss? These are all things we got from the Land of Wind during the last Shinobi World War. We're just making the most of them."

"By the way, we'll head to the Land of Grass starting tomorrow. It's time to give the Land of Lightning a surprise."

Chapter 277 Be a decent human being

A month has passed since the Battle of Jiegeng Mountain was quelled.

Just as the entire ninja world was shocked and shaken by this news, the protagonist of the Kikyo Mountain battle, the life goddess Senju Chiaki who created the myth of one against a thousand, was kneeling on the ground with a mournful face, receiving a lecture from the ninja in front of her.

Tsunade, with one hand on her hip and an air of authority, reprimanded Chiaki.

"You're very brave!"

"You really dare to take on Mount Kikyo alone?"

"what?"

"If you're so powerful, why don't you go and fight the entire army of the Thunder Kingdom all by yourself?"

"So strong, why don't you go and fight the Raikage one-on-one?"

"You've gone too far! Don't you know others will worry?"

The more overjoyed they were upon receiving the news, the more fearful and worried they became when they faced the real person.

Tsunade raised her eyebrows and cursed Chiaki for his impulsive actions.

"Waaaaah... I already told you I didn't conquer Kikyo Mountain by myself..."

Chiaki knelt there, wiping away her tears, accepting the scolding, but no matter how she explained, Tsunade wouldn't listen.

So true.

The eldest sister is like a mother; this saying is absolutely true.

If your mother thinks you're wrong, then you're wrong, no matter how you explain it.

Moreover, the more you explain, the higher the probability of being scolded, and there's even a good chance you'll get beaten up.

In the end, Chiaki could only hang her head, fiddling with her long pink hair in grievance, and accept Tsunade's scolding.

What can I do?

Tsunade is not only my older sister, but also my teacher. Regardless of her status, she has the right to reprimand me.

When Tsunade was tired of lecturing, she looked at Chiaki with a complicated expression and went up to hug her.

"Thank you for your hard work, Chi-chan."

"……Um……"

Chiaki obediently hugged Tsunade, "I'm so tired... Sister..."

To act like a goddess, to project a powerful aura of pressure—all of this was completely foreign to Qianqiu.

Her strength increased while she was around ninjas of a higher rank than herself.

Chiaki had never experienced much suppression from a higher level to a lower level; she was almost always surrounded by ninjas stronger than her.

Therefore, in Chiaki's mind, he was nothing special as a Jonin. He had no arrogance, nor the airs and understanding that a Jonin should have.

"Hey……"

Tsunade gently stroked Chiaki's long hair; only she could offer Chiaki comfort at this moment.

The future is not good. In Qianqiu's heart, she is more inclined to be someone who needs protection than someone who can be spoiled or show weakness.

As Chiaki's status rises and her strength gradually increases, this kind of hard work will only increase in the future, unless one day Chiaki truly stands at the pinnacle of the ninja world and no one makes her do things she doesn't like, or unless there is no more war in this ninja world.

Then, Qianqiu won't be so tired.

The two embraced quietly for a while, and then Mirai lifted the tent flap and walked in, saying softly, "Chiaki, Lady Tsunade, it's time to eat."

Chiaki and Tsunade then realized what was happening and exchanged a smile.

Tsunade reached out and pulled Chiaki up from the ground, placing her in Mirai's hands.

"Let's go eat. I also want to ask our strategist what he's planning to do."

"After ruining my little Qianqiu, are you going to ruin me now?"

Tsunade strode ahead angrily, charging towards the main camp. Inside the main camp, Nara Shikaku and Namikaze Minato were discussing the overall details of the troops.

Akimichi Choza was happily enjoying the feast in front of him, chatting and laughing with Yamanaka Inoichi.

Shizune placed the plate in front of Yu Nu Zhiwei, swallowed hard as she looked at the parasites crawling on his fingers, feeling a little scared.

Tsunade barged into the tent with her golden sword, rudely interrupting the atmosphere. Seeing Shizune serving the meal, she walked over and snatched the plate.

"what……"

Shizune, whose attention was focused on Aburame Shimi, was startled. She turned around and saw Tsunade, then breathed a sigh of relief, bowed, and stepped back.

"Hey, Nara's little strategist."

Tsunade carried the food to Nara Shikaku, while Chiaki, holding Mirai's hand, followed closely behind her.

She also wanted to know what Nara Shikaku was up to now. This guy seemed to be spinning like a top, always thinking about doing something big.

"Good evening, Lady Tsunade."

Nara Shikaku looked up and glanced at Tsunade, gave a casual bow, and continued studying the map.

Every now and then, he would exchange a few words with Minato to check on the situation on the battlefield.

Tsunade: (#‵′)

Oh dear.

That young man is pretty impressive.

In the entire Hidden Leaf Village, no one dares to ignore their princess!

Snapped!

Tsunade slammed her hand on the table, making the documents on it bounce up.

"???"

Everyone in the main tent was startled, and all eyes were fixed on Tsunade.

Qianqiu wiped her sweat; it seemed her older sister's fiery temper hadn't changed at all.

"Do you look down on me? The commander-in-chief is right here, and you're not going to communicate with me?"

Tsunade held her head high with arrogance. She hadn't learned any of the etiquette a princess should have, but she had thoroughly mastered the airs of a princess.

"……Well."

Nara Shikaku put down the map and documents in his hands, stood up helplessly, and said to Tsunade, "Then, I'll ask, and you answer?"

"Well, you ask."

Tsunade crossed her arms, waiting for Nara Shikaku to ask her question.

What is our current marching speed?

"This……"

"How much grain and fodder have been consumed?"

"Uh……"

"How much longer until we reach the battlefield in the Land of Grass?"

How many people are in the army of the Land of Lightning?

Who are the personnel who will be deployed?