Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

After a while.

"Kyohiko-kun, what brings you here today?"

"I've been researching a ninjutsu these past few days, and I have some questions about it, so I wanted to talk to you about it."

The newcomer was none other than Uchiha Fugaku.

Jingyan smiled.

A look of confusion crossed Fugaku Uchiha's eyes.

Ninjutsu research?

Looking for me?

He was only stunned for a moment, but quickly came to his senses.

During this time, he had heard about some of the happenings in Konoha, after all, Fugaku was not the same as before.

Even their Uchiha clan...

They can also move into senior management positions, participate in key meetings, and receive regular meeting reports from time to time.

and so.

He knew what Konoha had been doing lately.

Research ninjutsu!

and.

It is also a peculiar new type of puppetry.

Fugaku Uchiha immediately nodded and said, "Then, let's talk over there. This isn't the place to chat."

He paused slightly as he spoke.

"Shisui, continue to help everyone practice swordsmanship and the Body Flicker Technique. Don't neglect your own training either."

"Yes, Master!"

Shisui bowed respectfully.

After watching Kyohiko and Fugaku leave, he finally looked up, wondering what the two of them were going to talk about.

Ninjutsu research?

Is there really any ninjutsu research in the world that can stump the teacher?

He scratched his head.

After thinking about it for a moment, I put it out of my mind.

As Fugaku said, his key now is to become stronger; only by becoming stronger can he do more.

I'm still too weak!

Shisui turned and headed towards the crowd, continuing his exchange of swordsmanship and body-flickering techniques.

It was supposed to be an exchange, but in reality, he was teaching the others.

Because these people's teleportation skills and swordsmanship are not as good as his.

It's just a nicer way of putting it.

……

Inside the guard's office, in the captain's office.

The two sat down, and Fugaku poured a cup of tea, laughing, "What kind of ninjutsu is this that even Kyohiko-kun can't figure out?"

"It's not a particularly difficult ninjutsu..."

Kyohiko did not answer directly.

He looked up at Fugaku: "How have you been these past few days, senpai?"

"You mean after the reorganization of the security detail?"

Fugaku countered with a question.

He took a sip of tea, then put down the cup, pondered for a moment, and then began to speak.

"After the reorganization, the combat effectiveness of the guards decreased somewhat, but everyone is working for Konoha, so they are more proactive in their work."

Fugaku's words were an admission that the Uchiha clan in the past had not been proactive in some matters and had not played a role.

no way.

The Uchiha clan has rebelled far too many times. The fact that they have gained the benefits they have now is entirely due to the benevolence of the current leader of Konoha.

The key is--

It's very likely that Kyohiko will not be at the helm for just one generation; the next generation might still be Kyohiko, and even after he dies, Kyohiko might still be alive.

The vitality of the Senju clan is truly astonishing!

and so.

For the sake of the Uchiha clan, even though he and Kyohiko were of the same rank in the village, he had to lower his stance.

Moreover, the Uchiha clan in the past did indeed have problems.

Upon hearing this, Kyohiko couldn't help but laugh and say, "That puts my mind at ease. What about the use of the ninja dogs?"

"Ninja dog..."

Fugaku hesitated for a moment, then frowned slightly. "What ninja dogs can do, ninjas can do too. Besides, there are very few battles around the village. I'm wondering if ninja dogs can really be of any use."

He explained his considerations, then suddenly realized what he was doing and quickly offered an explanation.

"I'm not questioning the village's decision-making, but I'm worried about wasting the village's resources."

Keeping a ninja dog costs money!

Especially the guards.

The guard team's funding comes entirely from village allocations, and after the recent reorganization, the allocated funds have increased significantly compared to usual.

Some of the extra portions were assigned to the ninjas in the guard team, while many others were used for ninja dogs.

We don't need the guards either!

Is this necessary?

Fugaku was puzzled, but Kyohiko said seriously, "Senpai, have you forgotten how Madara designed Obito?"

"You mean, the Hidden Mist ninjas, and those clones?"

Fugaku frowned. "Even the 'Ninja Dog' seems to be struggling to deal with these clones."

It's not that the ninja dogs are useless, but those things never even go near them, so how could the ninja dogs smell them?

Kyohiko said, "When the guards encounter battle, they can be extra deployed to patrol outside, and they are not necessarily limited to Konoha territory."

Fugaku paused for a moment, then immediately became serious.

Going to war?

He thought for a moment and said, "Didn't we capture the Eight-Tails of Kumogakure? Under these circumstances, would they still dare to fight?"

"It's uncertain about Kumogakure, but it's hard to say about Madara and Onoki."

Jingyan shook his head.

He didn't go into details, saying that some information couldn't be revealed to Fugaku, and that it was best to stop there.

At this point, he took out the glass bottle.

"Fugaku-senpai, here's your eyes back."

"You don't... um?"

Fugaku thought Kyohiko didn't need it anymore, but upon closer inspection, his pupils suddenly contracted.

The magatama on those eyes has disappeared!

He was somewhat taken aback.

"it?"

"I did an experiment. I dispelled the pupil power inside it, and that's how it turned out. It's not usable now."

Kyohiko replied.

Fugaku withdrew his eyes and observed carefully; it was indeed a state of blindness caused by the exhaustion of his pupil power.

He was somewhat surprised.

Within the Uchiha clan, two forbidden techniques can cause blindness, but...

Kyohiko doesn't know either Izanagi or Izanami.

He didn't think that someone of the other party's stature would steal these two forbidden techniques for experimentation; it was more likely that they had figured out a way to dispel pupil power themselves.

That's already amazing!

because……

He observed that the eyes had been transplanted.

Given Kyohiko's personality, it's highly likely he used it for his own experiments.

This thing is risky!

"Kyohiko-kun's methods are truly astonishing!"

"I tried reluctantly, but ultimately failed."

Kyohiko took out another scroll. "Fugaku-senpai, there's another technique I hope you can master."

Fugaku took it.

He glanced at it and couldn't help but look up.

This is Chakra Sensing Technique!

Created by Tobirama Senju, it allows one to sense the movement of chakra within a surrounding area by examining it with their fingers.

Although not as effective as rolling one's eyes, it still has a significant effect.

"I see."

Fugaku, his expression serious, nodded and accepted the gift. "I will master it as quickly as possible!"

"The safety of Konoha is in your hands."

After bowing, Kyohiko got up and left.

Fugaku Uchiha rose to see him off.

After seeing Jingyan off, he quickly took out the glasses to examine them carefully, confirmed their authenticity, and then put them back.

It is indeed the eye of the Uchiha clan!

So, Jingyan's experiment failed, and he lost interest in the Sharingan.

Fugaku breathed a sigh of relief.

Previously, he was worried that Konoha would continue to covet the Sharingan sealed in the scroll in his hand, but now he can feel a little more at ease.

……

Upon returning to Sunagakure, Rasa quickly assigned tasks to resolve some backlogged issues within the village.

He stayed up until late at night before finally letting out a long sigh.

Sunagakure is truly deserted!

If he had any talent left, he wouldn't have ended up like this.

At this moment, Luo Sha felt a pang of regret.

If I had known this would happen, I shouldn't have sent Maki to Konoha. That child was talented and should have been able to grow into a pillar of the village.

But now...

Whether he can maintain his original intentions after being sent to Konoha is hard to say.

but.

If we don't send them there, how will those children stay in line?

Konoha is too prosperous!

"Sigh! I hope he can help the village and retain some talented people, otherwise, Sunagakure will truly perish!"

Luo Sha, feeling heavy-hearted, got up, opened the door, and went out.

Elder Naito, holding documents in his hand, was about to knock on the door when he saw this and froze.

"Kazekage-sama."

"The elders haven't left yet? Is there something you want to discuss?"

Luo Sha brought him in.

Elder Naito entered and bowed, saying, "Lord Kazekage, there's news from Kyoto!"

"Oh?"

Luo Sha's eyes lit up, and he immediately took it.

Then, he glanced at it and his expression immediately stiffened.

The meaning of daiming...

If it's just that broken hilltop, let them decide for themselves.

but.

This is not a decentralization of power, but rather a sign that the daimyo and nobles of Kyoto have completely stopped caring about the northern desert.

Therefore, they naturally didn't care about Sunagakure.

Luo Sha stared at the receipt, remaining silent for a long time.

Elder Naito said, "Lord Kazekage, the Daimyo should trust us..."

"I understand, Elder."

Luo Sha took a deep breath. "As long as we achieve results and produce positive effects, they will still recognize us, and everything will be alright then."

The key to Sunagakure now is...

With each defeat, Kyoto's funding dwindled year by year.

They urgently need to show Kyoto results.

Therefore, some sacrifices are truly out of the question right now.

Luo Sha lowered the scroll.

"Elder, I plan to fully cooperate with Konoha. I will send people to Konoha to discuss the division of the northern part of the Land of Rivers."

"Fine, for now... that's all we can do."

Elder Naito lowered his eyebrows.

The Sand Village now has no bargaining power.

Fortunately-

In the alliance, the third party is not one of the powerful Five Great Ninja Villages, but Amegakure.

A dead skinny camel is bigger than a horse.

Although Amegakure is very powerful among the smaller ninja villages, it still doesn't have the same foundation as Sunagakure.

"Then let's change it! Also, regarding the climate issue, we can talk to Konoha and Amegakure again and try to finalize that as well..."

Luo Sha explained his thoughts one by one.

Regarding the matter of the Land of Rivers, they can make concessions to allow Amegakure to gain more benefits.

but.

The climate must be improved!

Transforming the northern desert will not only improve the climate of the northern part of the Land of Wind, but more importantly—

Let the nobles see the value of the north!

The desert is not a desolate or worthless place.

This place can be transformed, crops can be produced, and even trade routes can be opened up.

Amegakure needs the interests of the Land of Rivers, but what they really need more is the support from Kyoto.

Both sides got what they wanted!

Elder Naito pondered for a moment, then nodded gently: "I understand."

"Afterwards, at sea, tell them to be extra careful. We must cooperate with Konoha to take down the Land of the Sea!"

Luo Sha's eyes flashed with a fierce light.

Sunagakure is indeed weak.

but.

If we can't beat Konoha and Iwagakure, how can we not beat Kirigakure?

not to mention.

With Konoha's help this time, we're sure to win!

"The nobles have a lot of business at sea. If they take over the maritime kingdom, they can also gain more benefits and influence in Kyoto."

The old man nodded in agreement.

Leaving aside the question of why Sunagakure became so weak.

In a sense, cooperating with Konoha is a win-win situation!

"Um."

……

On the sea near the Land of the Sea.

"Who are you people? How dare you plunder our merchant ship!"

"Hey, the Land of Water? This is our Land of the Sea! No matter how strong your Land of Water is, you have to step aside!"

On the pirate ship, a burly man held a samurai sword, his eyes fierce. "If you know what's good for you, hand over the goods. We rob you, we don't kill you, otherwise..."

"What else can we do?"

A figure stepped out of the ship, his gaze cold.

"You bunch of wandering ninjas, don't you know that the Land of the Sea employs ninjas from our Hidden Mist Village?"

Then, figures emerged from the surrounding sea.

Hidden Mist Ninja!

The leader was none other than Kisame Hoshigaki.

He failed his previous mission and was scolded and punished, which led to his punishment here.

Compared to Kyohiko, Kisame is certainly much weaker.

can.

That's only relatively speaking. In Kirigakure, he was a top genius of the Hoshigaki clan, with an exceptionally high chakra level at a young age.

Now he...

It's naturally stronger than before!

The next second, he moved forward in a flash, instantly appearing on the sea surface and slapping his palm onto the water.

Water Escape·Rain Four Sharks!

Four sharks leaped into the air and flew towards the ship ahead.

A few rogue ninjas dared to plunder ships near the Land of the Sea, and even ships from the Land of Water.

Not only that, these people dared to rob a second time!

How could he tolerate it?

The water shark surged upstream, but in the next moment, fireballs suddenly erupted from the ship.

Fire Release Ninjutsu?

How could a wandering ninja master such a large-scale fire jutsu?

but.

He's only at the Chunin level.

He snorted coldly and instantly formed a hand seal.

The technique of concealing oneself in mist!

Not only him, but also the Hidden Mist Ninjas around the sea released their Hidden Mist Techniques, covering the entire sea area.

Immediately afterward, Kisame Hoshigaki formed hand seals again.

Water Release: Great Shark Bullet Technique!

A huge shark emerged and slammed into the distant ship.

This attack, combined with the help of their companions, will surely wipe out everyone on this ship...

Kisame Hoshigaki was pondering this.

Suddenly, a scream rang out from the ship.

Immediately afterwards, he sensed a Hidden Mist ninja being cut off from the ship and falling directly into the sea.

died?

Kisame was somewhat shocked. The next moment, he sensed—

boom!

A massive wall of water rose from the sea, blocking his giant shark projectile.

Although the shark quickly devoured the water wall's chakra.

but……

The next second, he sensed the figure rapidly approaching him.

That speed?

How could that speed be possible for a wandering ninja!

Kisame immediately realized something was wrong.

Boom!

With a clash of blades, he almost lost his grip on the blade and was sent flying.

That's some real force!

"Hey!"

The other person sneered and quickly kicked him.

Kisame immediately used a kunai to defend himself.

but.

The opponent didn't dodge.

Boom!

The kunai struck a leg guard, failing to pierce the opponent's defense; instead—

Bang!

He was knocked away again.

The next second, the opponent's blade turned and was in front of him in an instant.

laugh!

Kisame fell backward, but his arm was still cut.

So fast!

This guy could never be a wandering ninja!

He didn't have time to think it through.

He quickly ran his fingers across the wound and pressed them directly onto the water's surface.

The next second, sharks surfaced and swallowed him whole, disappearing into the sea. (End of Chapter)