Naruto: The whole world knows I am the savior

Chapter 118 Deceiving and Contacting Kirigakure

"Is what's going on in the village with Lady Tsunade?"

Nara Shikaku asked doubtfully, "If I do this, I'll be disobeying Lady Tsunade's orders."

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi was the Third Hokage, and the Sarutobi clan had a long-standing friendship with the Ino-Shika-Cho clans, a friendship that had been passed down since the Warring States period. Doing this would have made it a very difficult decision for him.

"Shikaku, I know this is difficult for you, but I really need to know Tsunade's whereabouts. She no longer trusts me as her teacher at all."

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head and said, "To be honest, my whereabouts are being monitored right now."

"Spying on you? Why? You're the Third Hokage!"

Upon hearing this, Nara Shikaku asked in shock, "Even if we disagree, there's no need for surveillance, right?" He suddenly felt that Lady Tsunade's actions were a bit excessive, especially since Hiruzen Sarutobi was her teacher.

"But that's the truth, Shikaku. Although I have a secret squad, I can't do anything about it. Only you can help me."

After hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's words, Shikaku Nara remained silent for a moment, and the room fell quiet.

After a few minutes, Nara Shikaku slowly spoke, "Third Hokage, my wife goes to the Yoshida family's vegetable stall to buy groceries almost every day."

"We can't let that Asma get away with it."

"Shikamaru is better off not doing this. He's too young and doesn't have the mindset of a mature ninja. If he does something like this, he'll be easily exposed."

Nara Shikaku shook his head and said that although it would be most appropriate for Shikamaru to come, since he had spent the most time with Sarutobi Asuma, Nara Shikaku did not want to involve Shikamaru. He suggested that their parents handle this matter.

"Then let's do as you say, Shikaku."

Hiruzen Sarutobi poured Shikaku Nara another cup of tea, then said in a low voice, "Thank you for your help, Shikaku."

"No, this is also for Konoha, Third Hokage."

After drinking his tea, Nara Shikaku chatted with Sarutobi Hiruzen about recent events; since he had come to visit today, there was no need to go through the trouble of sending a message tomorrow.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had heard of Tsunade's war plan, and since this war was essentially a cleanup for the agreement he had signed last time, he didn't pay much attention to it and skipped over it.

Rasa's visit to Konoha did make Hiruzen Sarutobi take notice, but it was most likely related to the war.

Konoha's attempt to win over Kirigakure has caught Hiruzen Sarutobi's attention.

If Konoha were to win over Kirigakure before starting the war, they might actually win the next Shinobi World War, and Tsunade's reputation would likely reach its peak.

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't want Konoha to win, but he couldn't bring himself to betray Konoha. According to his own desires, he didn't want a war to happen.

"I understand. I'll leave the rest to you, Shikaku!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded and then rose to see Nara Shikaku off. A while after Shikaku left, Hiruzen thought to himself, "I'm sorry, Shikaku, I didn't mean to deceive you."

After thinking for a long time, Hiruzen Sarutobi finally decided to ask Jiraiya.

That bastard rarely came back after taking on several long-term missions. Even when he did come back, he would only teach Naruto Uzumaki and rarely came to his teacher's place.

After resting for a while, Rasa went to the Hokage Building to see Tsunade.

Tsunade didn't beat around the bush and directly proposed the idea of ​​forming an alliance with Rasa, and told Rasa about the alliance treaty proposed by Shirakumo Yosuke.

Tsunade and Yosuke Hakuun had discussed this many times in private, but Yosuke Hakuun rarely showed up, so Tsunade usually made the final decision.

Luo Sha was very satisfied with this, but still asked many questions about the agreement.

If it really is as agreed, then if Sunagakure wins this battle, they will definitely make a huge profit.

This war is simply a replication of the Second Shinobi World War. However, the difference is that the Second Shinobi World War was a three-way battle, while the Fifth Shinobi World War is a joint effort between the Sand Village and the Leaf Village against the Rock Village.

Konoha would concentrate most of its strength to crush the Cloud Ninja. Rasa didn't know Konoha's strength, but Tsunade confidently said that they couldn't lose on the other battlefield, so he could only believe it.

The Sand Village must unleash its full power in this war, which means using the One-Tailed Jinchuriki; otherwise, the Four-Tailed and Five-Tailed of the Iwa Village will still be difficult to deal with on the battlefield.

With the One-Tailed Jinchuriki holding one back, the remaining Konoha village can handle it.

After some discussion, Rasa finally decided, "Then let's sign the agreement as the Hokage suggested. However, this agreement should be kept secret before the Chunin Exams, and will Kirigakure be involved?"

"Kirigakure and Konoha have just sent envoys, but we're not very confident we can persuade them. However, we should at least be able to get Kirigakure to stay out of the war."

Tsunade pondered for a moment and said, "Don't worry, Kazekage. If we can persuade Kirigakure to join the alliance, they won't be on the same battlefield as Sunagakure."

"Thank you for your understanding, Hokage."

Rasa nodded and said nothing more. The Sand Village and the Hidden Mist Village were mortal enemies. They fought for several years during the Third Shinobi World War. In the end, they signed a peace treaty, but they had to send Pakura away in order for the Hidden Mist Village to stop fighting.

If the ninjas of Sunagakure knew about Kirigakure, they would probably rebel and resist.

"If there's nothing else, I'd like to visit Yosuke Shirakumo next. I've heard that he was the one who proposed the oasis technology in the Land of Wind, so I'd like to have a talk with Lord Yosuke."

Upon hearing Rasa's words, Tsunade said somewhat awkwardly, "I don't know where he is either. Unless you stay in Konoha for another day, Kazekage, I will inform him tonight."

"In that case, I'll stay in Konoha for another day."

After thinking for a moment, Rasa agreed. Generally, the Kage of other ninja villages almost never spend the night in another ninja village.

But if he were to wait for Shirokumo Yosuke, Rasa felt that he could make an exception this time.

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"We hope that Lord Mizukage can give us a reply. Lord Raikage values ​​Kirigakure's choice very much."

Tsuchikage addressed Mei with a solemn tone, but Mei, resting her chin on her hand, replied calmly, "Even if you say so, it's difficult for me to give an answer right now. There are many things to consider in Kirigakure right now, and as the Mizukage, I must prioritize Kirigakure's well-being."

"But according to the information obtained by the Cloud Ninja, if the Mist Village doesn't make a choice soon, it will eventually be swallowed up by the Leaf Village."

"Mr. Tsuchida, although the five great ninja villages are of varying strengths, there has never been a case of one ninja village swallowing up another."

Mei Terumi said, her red lips slightly parted, "Kirigakure is not a pushover. If anyone really wants to annex us, it's just their ignorance."

"I think it's your ignorance that's to blame. How could Kirigakure choose such a Mizukage?"

Tsuchikage cursed inwardly, but showed no outward expression. He took a deep breath and asked, "Lord Mizukage, has Kirigakure not come into contact with anyone who can dream of the future?"

"What? A dream of the future?"

Mei Terumi paused, a look of confusion on her face, and asked, "What is that?"

"As expected, if Kirigakure had made contact, they certainly wouldn't have stood by and watched Konoha develop for two years. Instead, they would have formed an alliance with our Kumogakure two years ago."

Tsuchikage sighed, then solemnly explained, "About two years ago, people in the ninja world began having dreams about future events. At first, the Raikage didn't believe it, but as more and more information was gathered, the confirmed information became increasingly accurate."

"The future I dreamt of is real, and the person who will devour the five great ninja villages has appeared—it's Yosuke Hakukumo from the Land of Fire."

Upon hearing Tsuchidai's words, Terumi Mei's red lips parted in surprise, and after a long while, she finally spoke, "Lord Tsuchidai, this matter... is really a bit too much."

Before she could finish speaking, a member of the Kirigakure ANBU suddenly entered and whispered something to Mei Terumi that made her frown.

"I understand. Let Qing make the arrangements first, and tell him to be mindful of the impact."

After the ANBU left, Mei Terumi said to Tsuchidai, "I'm so sorry, Tsuchidai-san, I have something to take care of. I'll discuss what you just said with the others and then give you an answer."

"You'd better give me an answer as soon as possible, Lord Mizukage. The Cloud Ninja still have a lot of things to deal with, so we probably won't stay in Kirigakure for too long."

Mei Terumi nodded and said, "I will definitely get back to you within three days."

After sending the earthen platform away, Mei Terumi tapped the table, and two ANBU members appeared inside the room.

"Have Qing bring the people over. Remember to avoid the Cloud Ninja's people and prevent them from having any contact with each other."

"Yes, Lord Mizukage."

After responding, the Anbu used the Body Flicker Technique to leave, and not long after, the Konoha envoy was brought here.

"Lord Mizukage, I am Genma Shiranui, a ninja from Konoha. I am here on the orders of the Hokage to form an alliance with Kirigakure."

Shiranui Genkan spoke first, and then presented the alliance agreement that had been prepared in advance.

"Phew, I'm so tired. I really want to go back and rest for a while."

Ino Yamanaka sighed and rubbed her shoulders, then asked Asuma Sarutobi, "Asuma-sensei, why do we have to take on two missions a day? Isn't that a bit too rushed?"

"That's right, there's no time to rest at all."

Nara Shikamaru wholeheartedly agreed, saying that if he only had one mission a day, he could at least take a break; but now he has one in the morning and one in the afternoon, leaving him no time to rest at all.

"Stop complaining, you'll have time to rest tomorrow."

Asma chuckled.

Upon hearing this, Yamanaka Ino asked expectantly, "Are you not accepting missions tomorrow?"

"Okay, I'm not taking on any more missions. We'll gather for training tomorrow."

Asuma didn't even give Ino and the others a chance to catch their breath, continuing, "It's time to train your teamwork. And only when your teamwork improves will your secret techniques reach their maximum power."

In truth, Asuma also harbored some resentment. His Team 10 was, after all, selected and retained, and they might very well shine in the next Chunin Exams.

Asuma had high hopes for Shikamaru. He believed that if Shikamaru could overcome his lazy nature, he would be the first Chunin to become a Chunin in this generation. However, considering the unique characteristics of the Nara clan, Asuma thought it would be difficult to get Shikamaru to stop being lazy.

"Hey, Sakura? Sakura! Over here."

Yamanaka Ino suddenly saw four people walking towards her and happily raised her hand to greet them.

Opposite them was Team 8, who looked like they had just finished a mission and were heading to the Hokage Building to hand it in.

However, Sarutobi Asuma's expression changed slightly as he remembered what Kurenai Yuhi had bought at the general store, and a sudden pang of pain shot through his heart; but since Ino and the other two had already gone up, he had no choice but to follow behind.

While Ino and Sakura were chatting together, Asuma gave an awkward smile and greeted Kurenai Yuhi, saying, "Kurenai, it's been a long time."

"It hasn't been long, Asuma, only four or five days. Your students seem very strong and cheerful!"

Kurenai Yuhi politely explained that she was now Yosuke Shirakumo's lover and would deliberately keep her distance from Asuma, so she could only talk about her student.

"Is Team 10 also planning to participate in this year's Chunin Exams?"

"Yes, if the secret techniques of the Ino-Shika-Cho clans can be combined and they train well, they will definitely be able to get a good ranking in the Chunin Exams, and Shikamaru has a good chance of becoming a Chunin."

Kurenai asked in surprise, "Oh, so confident? He's... a child of the Nara family?"

Her hair was so distinctive, and she had just mentioned the Ino-Shika-Cho trio, so Kurenai Yuhi quickly thought of it.

"That's right, he has a high IQ. If he can change his lazy personality..."

"Yo-suke".

Yamanaka Ino's voice suddenly made them turn their heads, and soon they saw Shirakumo Yosuke walking from the direction of the Hokage Building.

Kurenai was about to greet him with a smile when she suddenly saw Ino Yamanaka run over and, upon getting closer, throw herself into Yosuke Shirakumo's arms, nuzzling her face against him like a kitten.

Upon seeing this, Kurenai Yuhi immediately clenched her fists, and the corners of her smiling mouth twitched involuntarily. Although she had heard that Yosuke Shirakumo was very popular with women when he was in the Ninja Academy, how could she not be angry after seeing this? That idiot Yosuke!

Sakura, not wanting to see Ino's saccharine, lovestruck expression, turned her head away.

But Sakura, turning her head, suddenly noticed that Kurenai-sensei's hand was clenched into a fist, and it looked like she was using a lot of force.

What happened to Teacher Hong?

A question flashed through Sakura's mind, then she casually looked up and saw that Kurenai still had a smiling expression on her face, but that smile made her feel a little scared.

"Ino."

When Shirokumo Yosuke saw Kurenai Yuhi in the distance, his heart skipped a beat. Oh no!

He wasn't prepared for a chaotic situation yet. If either of them found out about the other, it would be very troublesome. Fortunately, he encountered Kurenai Yuhi this time. If it had been Tsunade, he might have been in danger.

"Ino, did you just finish your mission?"

While asking the question, Shirokumo Yosuke swiftly pinched Yamanaka Ino's buttocks; only this method could make Ino let go of him.

Otherwise, if Ino were to be with him while talking to Kurenai, it would be truly difficult to salvage the situation.

Ino Yamanaka immediately sensed this, and then shyly released Shirakumo Yosuke, glaring at him with her beautiful eyes before whispering, "Yosuke-kun, H!"

"Let me check it out privately later, Ino."

After replying in a low voice, Shirakumo Yosuke approached Kurenai, Asuma, and the others, and greeted them, "Kurenai-senpai, Sakura, Shikamaru, Kiba, it's been a long time."

"General, you're so busy, how come we meet so often?"

Kurenai's tone carried a hint of resentment, both for not seeing each other for more than a day and for seeing Shirakumo Yosuke being embraced by Yamanaka Ino.

"Hehehe, because I've been busy with some special things lately."

Sensing the dissatisfaction in Yuhi Kurenai's tone, Shirakumo Yosuke could only divert her attention by bringing up another matter, and then try to make her forget the unpleasantness of the day while they were in bed that night.

"Team 8 and Team 10, if you both plan to participate in the Chunin Exams, you should check out the Scientific Ninja Tool Research Lab south of Training Ground 33. They have some things there that can improve your strength, which haven't been promoted in Konoha yet, but you can familiarize yourselves with them in advance."

Yosuke Shirakumo told them about the Scientific Ninja Tool Research Institute. Teams 8 and 10 found out relatively late, while Might Guy's team had already undergone enhancements.

Besides researching special ninja tools, it is also responsible for the Flying Castle and Chakra Cannon, making it arguably the most important place in Konoha.

"Matt Kai's team has already gone. Teams with more potential will receive notifications. Class 8 and Class 10 will be the second teams to go."

However, it's best to go separately, because the Scientific Ninja Tool Research Institute is very busy and doesn't have time to accommodate two teams at the same time.

Hearing Shirakumo Yosuke's words, Kurenai Yuhi temporarily put aside her slight awkwardness: "What's inside?"

Yosuke Shirakumo said, "Simply put, we are researching ninja tools similar to the Seven Ninja Swords of Kirigakure. Unlike ordinary ninja tools, many of them have special functions."

"I see. Asuma, will you go tomorrow or the day after?"

Asuma was taken aback, then glanced at Shikamaru and the others, and said, "Us? Tomorrow, let's postpone our training for a day."

"Then let's go the day after tomorrow."

After Kurenai finished speaking, she remembered that Class 8's task hadn't been submitted yet, so she said goodbye and left.

Once Kurenai Yuhi left, Asuma also announced its disbandment. They had already submitted their missions and could have gone home long ago.

Shirakumo Yosuke first escorted Yamanaka Ino to her doorstep, then said, "Ino, if I have time tomorrow, I'll accompany you to the Scientific Ninja Tool Research Institute. I have some things to take care of later."

Yamanaka Ino grumbled reluctantly, "Yosuke-kun is always so busy; he disappears for days at a time."

"Ino, I'll definitely come with you next time. I've been busy with the Chunin Exams lately."

After saying this, Shiraku Yosuke saw that Ino looked very cute with her aggrieved expression, so he kissed her on her fair forehead.

Ino's cheeks flushed instantly, and her grievances vanished in an instant. She lowered her head and whispered, "Then, Yosuke-kun, do you want it?"

cough~

Before Ino could finish speaking, she heard a cough behind her.

Turning around, Ino exclaimed in surprise, "Mom? When did you get here?"

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