Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 196 Konoha will help us? Are you stupid?

Lu Jiu pondered for a long time.

He knew Jingyan well and knew that the other party was not someone who spoke without reason. Since he had put forward an idea to discuss and exchange ideas with them, it must have some constructive value.

To seek benefits for the enemy is absolutely not the way Kyohiko is.

He thought for a moment and said, "Do you have a way to deal with the lightning strikes?"

"It's not certain yet, but there might be a way. And there's always a way if you look into it. The question is, what do you think of this? Is it reliable?"

Kyohiko replied.

The canyons of the Land of Lightning are unique, easily generating lightning, resulting in frequent lightning obstructions and disruptions to transportation between the valleys.

This is also why the trade routes to the Land of Lightning are so rugged and difficult to traverse.

If the trade route problem can be solved, the Land of Lightning will soon become wealthy. After all, the Land of Lightning's geographical location is in a good position for ocean shipping, which is actually quite good.

Shikaku thought for a moment and replied, "There might be a way, but what good would it do us?"

"Although the Land of Lightning may be on good terms with our Land of Fire in the short term, leading to increased trade, they will have to think twice before taking action in the future, but..."

"The style of the Hidden Cloud Village is that they may not be concerned with the consequences."

Lu Jiu's analysis.

Neither the Third Raikage nor the original Kinkaku and Ginkaku were the type to think things through carefully.

Their actions always outweighed their thoughts; otherwise, such a heinous act as kidnapping the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki wouldn't have happened, which was when Konoha was in a precarious situation.

If it were a powerful era, it would definitely have already gone to war with Kumogakure.

and so.

In Shikaku's view, this was aiding the enemy.

Jingyan smiled and said in a low voice, "But we can also quietly place the Flying Thunder God Technique formula inside through construction."

Shikaku and Yamanaka Inoichi's pupils contracted.

Flying Thunder God Technique?

This……

They hadn't considered that.

Mainly.

They don't know much about the Flying Thunder God and Flying Thunder Formation techniques, and they often don't think about this aspect in their tactical and strategic considerations.

Shikaku pondered for a few seconds, then took a deep breath, his expression suddenly changing.

"You..."

"Shh!"

Jingyan raised his finger.

Shikaku glanced outside, then leaned closer and said, "Are you going to wipe them out?"

Following Kyohiko's train of thought, he easily came up with this possibility—

If he didn't have designs on the Land of Lightning, would Kyohiko have come up with such a plan?

How is that possible!

Jingyan smiled and asked, "Do you think this is feasible?"

"The risk is too great!"

Shikaku's expression was serious. "Let's not even talk about whether it will work. Even if it does, how will you maintain your technique? And how can you be sure the equipment won't be damaged, and that they won't just replicate it and replace it with a new one?"

"I'm sure I have my own way."

Kyohiko's method, of course, was the art of amber.

Amber can exist underground for a very long time, and it cannot be damaged by lightning or earthquakes. When needed, it can be easily infiltrated using a flying lightning array or earth-遁 (earth-遁 is a technique for escaping into the ground).

of course.

If the Hidden Cloud Village doesn't pull any tricks, he'll be happy to have a period of peace so that the Hidden Leaf Village can build up its strength.

Shikaku was thinking and thinking...

He was tempted too!

If there is a way to ensure the integrity of the technique, then helping with its construction would be a "win" for Konoha, the Land of Fire, and the Land of Lightning, and neither side would have any reason to refuse.

even.

This incident could also deepen the relationship between the two countries, making their interests even more intertwined and forcing Kumogakure to remain connected with Konoha.

This was also a proposal they had planned beforehand.

However, due to various factors, the proposal was previously rejected.

If the problem can be solved...

That proposal can also be brought up for discussion.

Thinking this through, Shikaku said, "Kyohiko, what's your idea? If it can solve this problem, then we can definitely talk to Kumogakure!"

"Anyway, with the abilities of the Ibri clan, we can build and destroy as we please."

Jingyan whispered his final promise.

The Ibrahim clan.

With Amber, Flying Thunder Formation, and the Ibri clan's smoke transformation, unless Black Zetsu is causing trouble on the sidelines, the passage to Kumogakure is guaranteed to be impossible to rebuild.

but.

This method is definitely not as effective as infiltration or combat.

In addition, we need to find a way to make it more technically sophisticated so that it can't be quickly cracked by the Hidden Cloud Village.

As for Kyohiko's method...

He whispered, "I've been to their canyon before. It's caused by an accumulation of electrical charge due to the special climate. The solution I can think of right now is to divert the lightning away."

Draw them away?

Lu Jiu and Hai looked at each other in bewilderment.

They could offer some assistance with strategic, intelligence, and analytical matters, but they were completely helpless when it came to matters of lightning-style ninjutsu.

"We're afraid we can't offer any advice on this, but if the plan is feasible, we can certainly discuss it with the Hidden Cloud Village."

Shikaku agreed with Kyohiko's idea.

In any case, besides making money, they can also plant spies in enemy territory, which is a sure win for Konoha.

It would be even better if we could lock down the Thunder Kingdom without bloodshed through economic and trade means.

After thinking it over, he said, "If your method of attracting lightning is feasible, it's best to make it a bit more complicated, but you still have to keep the cost from being too high, otherwise they might just give up."

"I see."

Jingyan nodded.

He looked at the map.

Building a road along the way is definitely not an option.

Best location——

"What do you think of this place?"

"Build a dock?"

Shikaku looked in the direction Kyohiko was pointing.

That is the outer edge of the eastern peninsula of the Land of Lightning, located on an important shipping route from the East China Sea to the North China Sea, and to several countries such as the Land of Snow.

If a dock were built here...

The country that suffered the most was undoubtedly the land of water.

Shikaku looked at Kyohiko with surprise in his eyes: "You still want to instigate the Land of Lightning and the Land of Water?"

"It's not instigation, it's that they're bound to do it."

Jingyan smiled.

This area is a relatively wide strait, but ships can travel from countries like the Land of Tea and the Land of Bears all the way to the Land of Waves, the Land of Fire, and the Land of Hot Water.

Then, they would follow the ocean currents northward, resupplying and selling goods at the new ports in the north, before continuing their journey northward.

If this place is built...

While it's impossible to directly change the course, it will certainly reduce the number of ships.

Konoha is not afraid.

Anyway, they've already clashed with the Land of Water. They're not afraid of being bitten by a lot of lice, so it doesn't matter if they have one more enemy or one less.

But the Land of Thunder...

Having gained the benefits, it's unlikely that they'd want to avoid antagonizing the Land of Water.

There are no benefits without effort.

After thinking it over, Shikaku nodded repeatedly: "That's feasible! If Kumogakure doesn't have any ulterior motives, we can coexist peacefully. If they want to do something bad, we'll eventually need their nails."

"right."

……

Tsunade had just finished talking with the Third Raikage and asked Hiruzen Sarutobi to help with the reception when Kyohiko's report came in shortly after.

She looked down at the title of the report.

"Allies' Economic Development Support Plan"

Upon seeing the title, Tsunade couldn't hold back any longer. She looked up at Kyohiko and Shikaku, a hint of confusion on her face.

this--

Are you two from Kumogakure?

They're really good buddies!

Tsunade suppressed the urge to complain and patiently opened the book, carefully reading the contents.

Good guy!

It also includes illustrations and a description of the principles.

Looking at the tower structure above, along with the descriptions and explanations of its principles, Tsunade felt that Kyohiko had truly put in a lot of effort.

Leaving aside the principles...

She felt that the technique Jingyan was seriously considering was most likely feasible, so she glanced at it and continued reading.

soon.

Tsunade then understood Kyohiko and Shikaku's considerations.

"First, I want to see if it's really feasible."

Exactly...

Shikaku was also very curious.

He looked at Kyohiko and nodded slightly.

"certainly."

Jingyan smiled.

Then he took out a steel wire and continued to torment the potted plant.

Use a wooden stick to support the steel wire, and then—

Lightning Release!

On his palm, lightning chakra gathered into bolts of lightning, which spread and exploded in the surrounding air.

Immediately following.

Gala!

Lightning generated by Lightning Release chakra gathered around the steel wire and then continued to spread across the wire toward the ground.

Tsunade seemed to be deep in thought.

Steel wire.

In other words, it's the steel cable at the top of the tower.

So.

Is the tower merely an accessory?

Tsunade seemed to be deep in thought.

"The port can certainly be built, but its location leads to their core area, and there's a large area with a lot of lightning. How will they deal with that? Will they use towers again?"

"It doesn't have to be a tall tower, but it definitely has to be tall."

Kyohiko replied.

Tsunade pondered for a moment and said, "The technical difficulty is a bit low, and the method is feasible, but if the Land of Lightning were to unite with the Land of Water..."

She frowned, then relaxed.

It's unlikely!

If the Land of Water were to truly ally with the Land of Lightning, the Land of Water would suffer enormous losses, and their daimyo and nobles would never agree to it.

Furthermore, her gaze shifted and fell to the south.

"The Kingdom of the Sea."

For small maritime nations, the Land of Water is a behemoth, and even the Land of the Sea has to submit to the Land of Water's terrifying ninja army. However, the Land of the Sea no longer has any ninja villages.

Their ninjas were all borrowed from Kirigakure.

That place is quite different from the Land of Waves—

The Land of Waves involves many surrounding countries, but around the Land of the Sea, basically only Konoha Village will be affected.

The reason for considering the Sea Kingdom...

Naturally, this is because, after the sea route changes, the Sea Kingdom will become an important sea route city that replaces the Water Kingdom.

If this continues, the Land of the Sea may become even more powerful than the Land of Water!

"It will be difficult in the short term..."

Shikaku frowned.

Jingyan said, "The Land of the Sea is certainly not willing to be suppressed and exploited by the Land of Water. Let them fight among themselves. We don't need to worry about it too much."

You can never earn all the money in the world.

Konoha's naval operations are not strong, and a small number of elites cannot make up for the lack of numbers.

It's certainly beyond our reach to govern a maritime nation.

Tsunade sighed regretfully, "Then let's leave it at that. We can discuss and refine the plan further, and then we'll go and communicate with the Land of Lightning."

Yes.

The Land of Thunder.

The interests of a village are sometimes not the same as those of the state.

This matter cannot be negotiated with the Hidden Cloud Village.

……

In the north, Jiraiya wrote books while keeping an eye on the Land of Earth and observing the local customs and traditions. He lived a carefree and comfortable life.

Because I had something on my mind, my travels weren't very enjoyable.

"Why!"

"I wonder how Konoha is doing. Those brats, they didn't even write me a letter. They didn't even congratulate me when I published my book."

Jiraiya sighed.

but.

After he sighed, he remembered what he had written and immediately shook his head—

It's better not to think about yourself.

Especially Tsunade!

Although Tsunade has rarely gone to casinos since returning to Konoha due to being too busy, if she knew that she was writing this kind of book, she would definitely punch herself half to death.

"Tsunade's fist..."

"That's not right!"

"Why should I write a book? Because I'm broke!"

Jiraiya, thinking of this, became indignant again.

He lent all his money to Tsunade.

Although it is a debt, it is still unknown whether it can be recovered in the future.

Jiraiya was cursing and swearing, unable to calm down, when at that moment, a toad jumped out of the space with a "croak".

Hearing Jiraiya's mutterings, it was so frightened that it dared not speak.

Jiraiya paused for a second.

Then, he coughed lightly: "Fukumaru, what's up?"

"letter."

The toad spat out a letter, but then didn't rush back.

Jiraiya picked up the slightly damp letter, opened it, and could barely make out the contents.

As the words came into view one by one...

Jiraiya's expression gradually turned sour.

"What does the old man want to do?"

He gritted his teeth and almost crushed the letter in his hand.

Jiraiya took a deep breath: "Tell Kyohiko that I'll go back to the village as soon as possible. It's not appropriate for him to talk to the old man; I'll deal with him!"

As he finished speaking, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

If the old man really wants to do that kind of thing, then he'll have to make sure the old man has some dignity.

He didn't want it to come to that.

But since the old man was up to something, Jiraiya had no choice but to consider it.

……

In Konoha, the Third Raikage left the meeting room once again.

Back at her residence, Ai hesitated to speak.

The Third Raikage looked at him and said, "Spit it out if you have something to say, or have you gone mad from being locked up?"

"Father, what do you think Konoha is trying to do? On one hand, they're extorting us, and on the other hand, they want to increase trade with us and even ask us to solve their road problems..."

Ai couldn't understand it.

Konoha's actions truly baffled him.

The Third Raikage was silent for a few seconds, then said, "I can't quite put my finger on it, but I have a feeling they're up to something, they're definitely hiding something, and increasing trade won't solve anything for us."

the way……

Is it because the Hidden Cloud Village doesn't want to do it?

I don't have that ability!

Those valleys and mountains flashing with lightning forced their Hidden Cloud Village to build itself on the mountains.

If it were solvable, they would have solved it long ago and moved it down from the mountain.

The ninjas were alright, but who would want to suffer like that every day, especially the elderly or ordinary people? So no matter how reasonable Konoha's words were, there was nothing they could do about it.

He sighed.

At that moment, a voice rang out.

"Lord Raikage, I think they might have a way to solve this?"

"Um?"

The Third Raikage looked at his assistant and said, "Continue."

"Konoha wants us to beg them, and then they'll rip us off."

"Well……"

Ai was speechless for a moment, but he was polite and waited until the other person finished speaking before adding, "Why would Konoha do this? Are they stupid to help us?!"

"I don't know about that."

(End of this chapter)