Konoha's Hextech Ninja

Even when going out on missions, one must report to Konoha and obtain Konoha's permission before proceeding.

The number of ninjas in Sunagakure must be strictly limited and cannot exceed the number stipulated by Konoha.

All the immediate family members of the high-ranking members of Sunagakure Village, especially their children, must be sent to Konoha as hostages.

If Konoha is attacked by the enemy, Sunagakure must unconditionally send troops to assist, and Sunagakure will bear all logistical and war expenses.

and many more.

All in all, there are more than a hundred items listed.

Its severity is such that if Sunagakure were to sign this contract, Sunagakure would never have a chance to turn things around and would forever be suppressed by Konoha.

They might even become a complete vassal of Konoha.

This is even worse than being swallowed up by Konoha.

If Konoha were to annex Sunagakure, at the very least, the survival of Sunagakure's residents and ninjas would need to be addressed.

Now, Konoha can simply enjoy the benefits without paying any price, and gorge itself on Sunagakure.

“There is no way our Shayin Village will sign this treaty!”

Chiyo finally lost her composure, glaring at Yagami Yoruichi, and declared vehemently, "Konoha has broken the alliance and started a war. Even if you are strong, we in Sunagakure are willing to admit defeat! But we cannot accept this treaty. It is no different from simply annihilating Sunagakure!"

Yagami Yoruichi stared into Chiyo's eyes for a moment, then said casually, "Destroy Sunagakure? It's not impossible. Anyway, all the ninjas in Sunagakure are already in my hands, so killing them all won't be difficult."

All the ninjas from Sunagakure have been captured?!

Chiyo was startled and quickly turned to look at Ebizo.

Ebizo's expression was grave, and he nodded slightly.

Noticing this detail, Yagami Yoruichi chuckled to himself.

It turns out that Ebizo was the sensory ninja.

So, the question about chakra that Chiyo mentioned earlier was based on her performance in battle?

However, Yoruichi Yagami would not think that she was comparable to Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha just because of this.

The Wood Dragon Technique is far from being the limit of Hashirama Senju's abilities, and it couldn't defeat Madara Uchiha.

Perhaps they simply felt that they didn't need to use overly powerful techniques to deal with mere Sand Ninja.

"If you don't sign, then Sunagakure Village has no reason to exist." Yagami Yoruichi tapped the table, issuing a final ultimatum: "You have ten minutes to consider. If you haven't made a decision in ten minutes, then I will assume you have chosen to let Sunagakure Village be destroyed!"

The rewards for killing thousands of ninjas are astonishing, enough for Yagami Yoruichi to exchange for a large number of hero templates and try out the [Servant Summoning] function.

Yagami Yoruichi was also hoping that Sunagakure would refuse to surrender, so that he could have an excuse to destroy Sunagakure.

Ideally, one should step over the corpses of Sunagakure Village to find a way to reach the Six Paths level, or even higher.

In that case, their deaths weren't entirely in vain.

Chapter 198 Sunagakure Village Submits, Visitor from Another World

"Elder Qiandai..."

As they left Kikyo Castle, Rasa couldn't help but speak up: "Signing that agreement... the future of our Sunagakure Village..."

"As long as people are alive, there is still a chance. If everyone dies, then there is no future to speak of!"

Chiyo interrupted Rasa, saying, "Konoha has produced such a powerful figure. We can't defeat him, so we have to back down! But remember, this dormancy is temporary. When we return, we must find a way to strengthen the village and cultivate strong individuals, so that one day we can return this humiliation to Konoha!"

"Rasa."

Ebizo chimed in, "When we get back, you should take over as Kazekage. We two old folks are out of touch with the times; the future will have to be handed over to you young people."

The elders' words filled Luo Sha with both resentment and excitement.

After a long silence, Rasa nodded and said, "I understand, elders. I will not let you down. One day in the future, I will repay Konoha for this humiliation tenfold!"

"Konoha, when did this... monster suddenly appear?!"

Chiyo muttered to herself, "Judging from his age, he's not even as old as Yecang."

Yekura is already quite outstanding among the younger generation of Sunagakure. He is nearly ten years younger than Rasa, but his strength is not much worse than Rasa's. He already has combat power far exceeding that of an average elite Jonin.

However, compared to that Wood Release ninja of Konoha whose identity is unknown, the two are on completely different levels.

Chiyo couldn't help but miss her grandson who had left the village without permission.

In terms of strength, Scorpion is the strongest among the younger generation of Sunagakure Village.

Unfortunately, not long after the Third Kazekage disappeared, Scorpion left the village alone and never returned.

Out of respect for Chiyo, Sunagakure did not issue a warrant for Sasori's arrest, but in private they already regarded him as a half-traitorous ninja.

After a moment of confusion, Chiyo spoke up: "Rasa, the village's finances are tight, and we also have to pay reparations to Konoha after the defeat. When we get back, we'll need you to put in a lot of effort."

The war indemnity amounted to a staggering 30 billion taels.

Even if the payment is made in installments over ten years, the annual compensation would still amount to as much as 3 billion taels, along with exorbitant interest.

In addition, the village's finances also need to be maintained, and the meager allocation from the Daimyo of the Land of Wind to Sunagakure Village is simply not enough.

More importantly, Konoha has taken away most of the missions that Sunagakure Village relies on for its livelihood, which will lead to a sharp decline in Sunagakure Village's income.

New sources of income must be developed to ensure the stability of the village.

Upon hearing Chiyo's words, Rasa's face darkened.

His teacher, the Third Kazekage, used Magnet Release to mine for many years to supplement the village's finances.

Am I going to follow in my teacher's footsteps?

“Your Gold Sand Magnetism Release is more efficient at making money than the Third Hokage’s Iron Sand Magnetism Release,” Chiyo said earnestly. “Rasa, don’t worry about saving face. Saving face won’t fill the villagers’ stomachs.”

“I understand, Elder Chiyo.” Rasa quickly adjusted his mindset and promised, “When I have time, I will try my best to mine and sell more placer gold. However, the two elders will need to think of ways to sell it and try to get a high price.”

"As for Yecang..." Luo Sha was about to say something.

Ebizo interrupted Rasa: "Since Yekura went to Konoha as a hostage, we must conclude that she is no longer trustworthy! Perhaps after being brainwashed by Konoha, Yekura will actually harm the interests of Sunagakure."

Upon hearing Ebizo's words, Rasa nodded slightly, his heart finally settling down.

He became the Kazekage, his biggest rival was sent to Konoha as a hostage, and he was judged as 'untrustworthy' by the village elders.

In addition, the village's finances depend on its own gold dust magnetic field.

From now on, I won't have to worry about the stability of my power in the village.

The only problem is how to deal with that Wood Release ninja from Konoha who looks younger than Yekura but is incredibly strong.

In an instant, Rasa thought of the village's 'ultimate weapon'.

"Once we get back, we should select a suitable Jinchuriki and seal the Tailed Beast as soon as possible. Only the power of the Tailed Beast can possibly contend with that terrifying Wood Release ninja," Rasa said.

……

Inside the Kikyo Castle camp.

After most of the Sand Village ninja were released, the city instantly became much emptier.

"Lord Yoruichi."

Nara Shikaku looked at the ceasefire agreement signed by both sides with some surprise and exclaimed, "Sunagakure Village is really willing to sign such an agreement."

Yoruichi Yagami kept saying that "no bargaining is allowed."

But in the end, they did loosen their grip on the terms a little.

Not many, just one change.

The clause regarding "giving the One-Tail to Konoha" was removed from the war reparations paid by Sunagakure to Konoha.

All other terms remained unchanged, forcing Sunagakure Village to sign the contract.

The 30 billion ryo in reparations alone, plus the high interest paid in installments, would be enough to make Konoha a fortune.

Not to mention, half of the missions from the Land of Wind, as well as all the missions from more than ten small countries surrounding the Land of Wind, must be handed over to Konoha.

The rewards from these missions alone would greatly increase the income of Konoha's ninjas, and the village would also receive a substantial cut.

With these factors combined, Konoha will be able to earn at least hundreds of billions of yen in revenue over the next ten years.

Of course, the bulk of the reward, or mission compensation, is distributed to the ninjas below. The village can only take a cut of 5% to 20% based on the ninja's rank.

However, since the ninjas earned money, they naturally had more funds to spend, which also boosted the village's economy.

Moreover, given the village's current policies, a significant number of ambitious ninjas will invest their extra earnings into improving their strength, thus enhancing Konoha's overall power.

“If they don’t sign, the village will be wiped out; they have no choice.”

Yagami Yoruichi smiled and said, "I'll have to trouble Shikaku-senpai with the hostages who are left behind."

Nara Shikaku and Yagami Yoruichi communicated and learned that Yagami Yoruichi left these hostages behind partly to strengthen her control over Sunagakure Village.

More importantly, they wanted to try to 'brainwash' these hostages, to make them accept Konoha's values, so that they could indirectly use them to profit Konoha after returning to Sunagakure, or even to instigate a split within Sunagakure from within.

Despite the challenge, Nara Shikaku readily agreed, saying, "Don't worry, Yoruichi, just leave it to me. I'll take care of everything."

"Next, we should..."

Just as Yoruichi Yagami was about to order a return to the village, a ninja rushed over and reported, "Lord Yoruichi, an urgent report from a border patrol ninja!"

Yagami Yoruichi took the information and glanced at it, then immediately showed a strange expression.

Upon seeing this, Nara Shikaku immediately asked, "Lord Yoruichi, what happened? If it involves classified information, then pretend I didn't ask."

"It's nothing, just a little accident." Yagami Yoruichi shook her head and said, "Make arrangements for the ninjas who stay behind. Although Sunagakure has surrendered, we can't let our guard down for a while. Leave some ninjas skilled in sensory perception and reconnaissance to keep an eye on the border. As for the others, let them pack their things and prepare to return to the village."

Yagami Yoruichi waved his hand and said, "I'm going to the border. You don't need to wait for me when you set off."

After saying that, Yagami Yoruichi activated the Flying Thunder God Technique and disappeared from the spot.

……

The border between the Land of Wind and the Land of Rivers.

At the makeshift outpost set up by Konoha, two Konoha ninja squads were watching the four ninjas in the room with bated breath.

Somewhat strangely, the four ninjas who were under strict control were also wearing headbands worn by Konoha ninjas.

"Hey!"

Naruto Uzumaki yelled, "We're Konoha ninjas too! Why are you tying us up?! Is this how you treat your fellow villagers?!"

"Shut up, Naruto!" Despite her hands being tied, Sakura remained violent, slamming her head into Naruto and yelling, "It's all your fault for messing with the seal and causing us to end up like this!"

"Hey, behave yourself!" a Hyuga clan ninja shouted. "Don't try anything funny! Otherwise, we will take all necessary measures!"

Whoosh!

Yagami Yoru appeared in the house in an instant, quickly assessing the situation, and asked the border patrol team leader, "Is it them?"

“Yes, Yoruichi-sama,” the Hyuga ninja quickly replied. “They claimed to be Konoha ninja, on a special mission, searching for Jonin Minato Namikaze. We’ve checked; their badges and equipment are indeed from Konoha, but…”

Not to mention that these people who claimed to be 'Konoha ninjas' could not produce any credentials or mission orders to prove their identities.

The fact that they claimed to be looking for Minato Namikaze on the northern front, yet they came to the southern Land of Rivers and entered through the Land of Wind, is highly suspicious.

So the patrol team arrested them immediately after they were discovered.

Although they didn't know why the other side didn't resist, the patrol captain still didn't dare to be careless and immediately reported to Yoruichi Yagami.

“I understand.” Yagami Yoruichi recognized the identities of these 'suspicious individuals' with just one glance. He waved to the patrol team and said, “You guys continue with your mission. Leave this to me.”

"Yes, Lord Yoruichi." The patrol captain responded and immediately left with his men.

"This gentleman."

Upon hearing how others addressed Yagami Yoruichi, Yamato realized that Yagami Yoruichi's identity was extraordinary and immediately spoke up: "It may be hard to believe, but we are indeed Konoha ninjas. We just accidentally triggered a seal and came to this era from the future..."

“Yes, I believe you.” Yagami Yoruichi gestured for Yamato to stop talking, pointed at Uzumaki Naruto, and said, “The one inside him is the Nine-Tails, right? There can’t be two Nine-Tails in the ninja world, so you definitely don’t belong to this world.”

The moment she saw the group, Yoruichi Yagami realized that they had arrived in this time and space through the Dragon Vein.

However, in Yagami Yoruichi's memory, in that movie, only Uzumaki Naruto and Yamato traveled through time via the Dragon Vein.

Sakura and Sai, however, did not travel back twenty years, but remained in their original timeline.

For some reason, what I'm seeing now is the complete 'New Seventh Squad'.

Moreover, the timing isn't quite right.