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Chapter 258 My Lord, Times Have Changed! (Please Subscribe and Vote)

A colossal thousand-armed Buddha statue stood tall, and atop the Buddha's head stood the God of the Heavenly Star. With Hoshinoichi's control, the colossal Buddha statue beneath him was immediately covered by a honeycomb shield. Then, just like the God of the Heavenly Star and the thousand-armed Buddha statue, lightning burst forth from the honeycomb, forming a purple Takemikazuchi armor on the surface.

At this moment, not only were Ao and Yu, the high-ranking Mist Ninja, stunned by this move, but even Nagato was shocked.

Nagato couldn't help but think of the topic Konan had mentioned to him before—the topic of changing the environment of the Land of Rain and the Land of Wind—and at this moment, he felt a wavering: Perhaps... he really could do it!

Between Susanoo's brows, Obito Uchiha looked up at the terrifying thing before him. He never imagined that there was something even more terrifying than the complete Susanoo.

Or rather, Hoshino Shuichi's chakra far surpasses his.

Black Zetsu couldn't help but exclaim, "He truly surpasses Hashirama Senju back then!"

He knew all too well about Hashirama Senju's strength.

With the same move, the one in front of me was much more powerful than the Senju Hashirama back then.

At this moment, Black Zetsu made up his mind that he had to revive Madara Uchiha using the Impure World Reincarnation method ahead of schedule.

Otherwise, neither Obito Uchiha nor Nagato would be a match for Shuichi Hoshino.

Moreover, both of them had other intentions.

Black Zetsu doesn't want any more accidents to happen!

At this moment, Obito Uchiha took a deep breath and said, "The outcome is not yet decided. Although its power is great, Susanoo has a significant advantage!"

As he spoke, Susanoo took to the air, intending to use its agility and speed to attack from behind.

At this moment, the hair of the Heavenly Star God on the top of the Thousand-Armed Thunder Buddha's head roared out, rapidly extending with a whooshing sound, and wrapping around Susanoo.

Susanoo swung his sword, cleaving through the chains, but more came swirling in, binding Susanoo's hands, feet, and body, making it difficult for him to fly or move.

Immediately afterwards, a thousand hands moved in unison, and fists rained down.

Obito Uchiha roared, his Susanoo exerting force with both arms, shattering the Fire Nether Lock of Starry Sky Shuichi, and his twin swords clashed with the descending fist.

The stalemate escalated into a terrible storm.

However, Susanoo blocked a few punches, but even more punches came crashing down.

Most importantly, within the Heavenly Star God, Hoshino Shizuka released a ninjutsu.

Super Heavy Rock Technique!

The force of the falling punch was doubled.

Bang bang bang!

A barrage of fists rained down on Susanoo.

This is not just a simple Wood Release technique; not only is its power stronger, but it also possesses powerful Lightning Release energy.

Obito Uchiha tried to resist, but after three punches, he completely lost the power to fight back and was blasted down from the sky by a barrage of punches, crashing to the ground.

The fists continued to fall, and the powerful defensive capabilities of the Complete Susanoo were rapidly crumbling, being smashed apart by each punch. Obito Uchiha had no ability to resist and could only watch helplessly as the Susanoo collapsed.

The earth shook violently, then cracked open, causing the walls of the nearby Hidden Mist Village to collapse, and houses to fall as the earth cracked open.

"Retreat immediately!"

"Get away from here!"

Ao and the other Kirigakure Jonin shouted and leaped about, dodging the terrifying cracks that appeared on the ground.

One by one, the mist ninjas retreated.

At this moment, Nagato finished charging up his power, and a black ball was condensed from his palm and then flew up into the air.

"What is that?"

Terumi Mei exclaimed.

Hoshita Shuichi, observing this as well, said, "The Rinnegan's immense power... you know about the moon, right?"

"That was created by the Sage of Six Paths using this technique!"

Mei Terumi was stunned upon hearing this.

At this moment, the black sphere that had flown high into the sky burst forth with a dazzling white light. The light swept across the earth, causing it to tremble violently before cracking open and rising into the air.

The Mist Ninja who had just retreated were suddenly lifted into the air along with the rocks.

"What happened?"

"Run!"

One by one, the Mist Ninjas tried to escape, but they were helplessly sucked into the air.

Qing looked up and saw the black sphere high in the sky, shouting, "Yu Gao, can you attack that black sphere?"

Yu Gao, standing on the rock, glanced at it, then put on the Tailed Beast Cloak and opened his mouth to condense a Tailed Beast Ball.

As soon as Nagato, who was suspended in the air, had a thought, the ground where Utaka was standing collapsed, causing him to lose control of his body and the Tailed Beast Ball he had condensed went completely astray.

The Susanoo had been reduced to nothing, and Obito Uchiha appeared in the distance.

boom!

Above the Thousand-Handed Thunder Buddha's head, the God of Heavenly Stars leaped up, a pair of wings extending from his back.

Unlike Susanoo's wings, these are fixed wings, also with a honeycomb structure. The power of the Scorching Release bursts out from the honeycomb holes, causing the God of the Heavenly Stars to increase its speed dramatically and soar into the sky at lightning speed.

At the same time, the God of Celestial Stars opened his six arms, and spiraling shuriken condensed from them.

Wind Release: Rasengan!

Scorching Release: Rasengan!

Lava Release: Rasengan!

Lava Release: Rasengan!

Magnet Release: Rasengan!

Lightning Release: Rasengan!

The sixth Sage Art Rasengan was thrown out, precisely hitting the black sphere created by Nagato's charged energy with the suction force.

Rumble!

With a deafening roar and a burst of intense light, the black sphere was shattered by six Sage Art Shuriken, the Planetary Devastation was broken, the suction force disappeared, and the boulders and Mist Ninjas in the air fell to the ground.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Nagato shot out with a whoosh, heading straight for the Six-Tails Jinchuriki, Utakata, who had missed his target.

However, Hoshino Shuichi was faster, instantly moving to Utakata's side, grabbing him with one hand and placing him on the shoulder of the God of the Heavenly Star.

"It seems there's no chance anymore."

Black Path.

Obito Uchiha nodded and immediately used Kamui to retreat.

Nagato then flew away.

The God of the Celestial Stars descended to earth, and beneath the stars, Hideichi watched Nagato depart.

Mei Terumi opened her mouth, but in the end, she didn't say anything about saving the Three-Tails.

"Is it over?"

"The enemy has withdrawn!"

"Thank goodness! I almost thought I was going to die!"

……

As the Mist Ninja landed, they felt a surge of joy at surviving the ordeal, but looking around at the vast ruins of war, they were filled with confusion and helplessness.

This battle completely overturned everyone's understanding.

Gradually, all the Mist Ninja couldn't help but look at the figure who had released the God of the Heavenly Star and Mei Terumi descended from the sky.

"The God of Ninjas!"

"This is the true god of ninjas!"

"Only a god could possess such power!"

……

Ao and several Jonin leaped towards Mei Terumi, but their worries remained: "Given the current situation in the village, only Mei Terumi is suitable to be the Fifth Mizukage."

"But even the fifth generation couldn't withstand such an enemy!"

"What should we do?"

Qing was filled with worry.

Soon, the group arrived in front of Hoshino and his two companions.

"Mr. Shuichi, thank you so much this time!"

Ao bowed deeply in thanks, and the other Jonin followed suit.

Although the Third Mizukage could be said to have died at the hands of Hoshinobi Shuichi, not to mention the losses inflicted during the Third Shinobi World War, Kirigakure and Hoshinobi Shuichi were arguably sworn enemies.

But all the past hatred was automatically ignored and forgotten by Qing and the others in the face of overwhelming strength.

Faced with the attitude of Ao and the other Mist Ninja, Hoshino no Shuichi nodded calmly and said, "The Akatsuki's goal is the Tailed Beasts. Let's strengthen the protection of the Jinchuriki!"

One sentence silenced all the Fog Ninjas.

Faced with such a powerful enemy, there's no way to protect them.

Hoshino Shuichi didn't say anything more and turned to leave.

Qing quickly said, "Lord Xiu, please wait."

Xingxia Xiu stopped and turned around: "Is there anything else?"

Mei Terumi gritted her teeth inwardly. She knew that Shuichi Hoshishita was faking it, but there was nothing she could do about it.

Ao didn't care about saving face; the safety of the village was more important. He respectfully said to Hoshino Shuichi, "Lord Shuichi, we hope you can stay for the time being as a witness to the election of the Fifth Mizukage."

"After all, you're also a friend of Mei Terumi-sama, right?"

He has changed how he refers to Mei Mei, and his inclination is already quite obvious.

After saying that, Qing looked at Mei Terumi.

Mei Terumi took a deep breath before speaking, "Besides being a witness, we hope to have a closer connection with Konoha."

"After all, we now have a common enemy."

Hoshita Shuichi nodded slightly: "Okay!"

So the group returned to Kirigakure.

Part of the Water Shadow Building collapsed, but another part remains intact.

Inside the meeting room.

Mei Terumi, Ao, and several elders, along with Kirigakure Jonin, sat around the round table. Hoshino Shuichi was also among them as a distinguished guest. Zabuza Momochi, who had been treated, didn't care about the gazes of others and stood behind Hoshino Shuichi.

After scanning the room, Qing, acting as the host, began, "Everyone, the village is now in an unprecedentedly critical situation. We must select the most suitable candidate for the fifth generation head, so I hope you can make a decision quickly."

"I now propose that Mei Terumi, a Jonin, be appointed as the Fifth Mizukage!"

"Who's in favor, and who's opposed?"

Several Kirigakure Jonin and the veteran ninja exchanged glances, then unanimously declared, "I agree!"

"I agree!"

"There is absolutely no problem with Mei Terumi serving as the fifth generation; she is already the strongest person in the village."

……

No one objected.

Or rather, those who had enough power to oppose him had already been sent away by the Fourth Mizukage, who had been controlled by Obito Uchiha.

Thus, Mei Terumi, who was not yet twenty years old, became the Fifth Mizukage of Kirigakure, and also the youngest Kage in Kirigakure and even the ninja world!

After Mei Terumi took the main seat, she said, "Right now, the most important thing is Utakata's safety. That Akatsuki organization... Ao, did the village have any information about them before?"

Aoto: "The Akatsuki was originally a ninja organization active in the Land of Rain, known for its peace, but I don't know why it has become such an evil organization."

He looked at Hoshino Shuichi: "Shuichi-sama, regarding the Akatsuki organization, I wonder if you could share some information?"

Everyone turned to look at Hoshino Shuichi.

Hoshita Shuichi said calmly, "Okay."

"According to current intelligence, this organization's goal is to collect all the tailed beasts and forge them into the Ten-Tails, the ultimate weapon, to cast an ultimate genjutsu called Infinite Tsukuyomi, trapping everyone in an illusion and thus ending war in the ninja world."

Everyone in the meeting room was stunned.

"This... can it really trap everyone in an illusion?"

Someone spoke up instinctively, but then realized that it might actually be possible.

I've already witnessed the power of the Rinnegan.

Zabuza Momochi couldn't help but say, "Putting everyone into an illusion, this kind of peace is nothing but a lie."

"I definitely don't want that."

Mei Terumi's focus, however, was on the Ten-Tails, and she asked, "The Ten-Tails, what kind of being is that? Is it even more powerful than the Rinnegan?"

Before Hoshino Shuichi could speak, Utakata said, "The Six-Tails said that the Ten-Tails is the origin of the nine tailed beasts, and the Sage of Six Paths was once the Ten-Tails' jinchūriki."

"What?"

"The Sage of Six Paths is the Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails."

Exclamations of surprise rang out.

Ao said in a deep voice, "The Rinnegan and the Ten-Tails—such power is simply beyond the ability of any ninja village to withstand, isn't it?"

"Since the Akatsuki organization wants to collect all the Tailed Beasts, they are the enemy of all ninja villages. We should unite with other ninja villages to deal with the Akatsuki organization."

"Lord Shuichi, if you were to give the call, I believe we could gather the power of the entire ninja world."

Hoshita Shuichi shook his head slightly: "You're thinking too much."

"Konoha shared this information with Kumogakure a long time ago, but the Fourth Raikage has no intention of joining forces."

"Furthermore, if we are to join forces, the best way is to concentrate the Jinchūriki for unified protection; otherwise, it's meaningless."

"Then, the safest place is naturally Konoha, but..."

Hoshino Shizuka smirked, "Other ninja villages won't trust Konoha."

"Or rather, you simply won't believe it unless you experience it for yourself."

Mei Terumi felt secretly embarrassed and annoyed upon hearing this, as she felt that Shuichi Hoshita was talking about her.

The numerous ninja remained silent.

Because if it weren't for today's battle, they would never have handed over the Tailed Beasts or Jinchuriki.

But now, what makes Kirigakure able to retain the Six-Tails Jinchuriki?

After a moment of silence, Ao and the others all looked at Mei Terumi.

Mei Terumi looked at Hideaki Hoshita and said, "We are willing to form an alliance with Konoha and entrust the Six-Tails Jinchuriki to Konoha for protection."

"We are also willing to fight alongside Konoha against the Akatsuki."

Hoshino Hideichi said calmly, "To be honest, Kirigakure's strength is insignificant when it comes to dealing with Akatsuki."

"If it weren't for the tailed beasts, I wouldn't have made a move today."

Many hidden villages in the mist changed color.

One of the Mist Ninja quickly said, "Lord Hideaki, the more people there are, the greater the power!"

Zabuza Momochi sneered, "What's the use of having more people against such a powerful opponent?"

The numerous ninja remained silent.

Mei Terumi knew Shuichi Hoshishita's purpose, so she remained silent.

Kirigakure is now in a very unfavorable position. If they take the initiative, they will probably be at the mercy of others.

However, she couldn't find a way to break the deadlock.

Behind Hoshino Shuichi, Momochi Zabuza's gaze swept over the assembled Mist Ninja, and he suddenly smiled, "I have a suggestion!"

"How about we form a marriage alliance between Kirigakure and Konoha?"

"I don't think Lord Shuichi will refuse the Fifth Mizukage's request for a marriage alliance with the Fifth Mizukage!"

Mei Terumi shuddered, looked up and glared at Zabuza Momochi, her face flushed with anger and embarrassment.

"That bastard..."

Terumi Mei gritted her teeth, her fists hard as a rock.

The ninja, including Ao, couldn't help but exchange bewildered glances.

Some people said, "For the Mizukage to marry an outsider, isn't that... a bit inappropriate?"

Was the Mizukage of the Five Dynasties married out of the country?

Are you kidding me?

Zabuza Momochi continued to play support: "Then there's nothing we can do."

"The Hidden Mist Village doesn't have any good bargaining chips right now."

Hoshino Hideichi's eyes twitched upon hearing this; it made him sound like a pervert.

A ninja from the mist was very annoyed: "Hey, Zabuza, you used to be a member of this village too."

Zabuza Momochi said coldly, "That's why I'm here today, and that's why I gave that suggestion just now."

"The current situation is very clear: Kirigakure is no longer able to fight Akatsuki alone, and it can't even protect its Jinchuriki."

"No, they can't even protect their own village."

"My lord, times have changed!"

(End of this chapter)