Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 111 The Debt-ridden Water Shadow

"Those who awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan are bound to be extremists, so don't be surprised."

Natsume noticed Orochimaru's expression and said calmly.

This also applies to Uchiha Shisui.

As a member of the Uchiha clan, to maintain such a gentle nature is quite an extreme, isn't it?

"Even if it were true, Itachi Uchiha would not cooperate with me."

Orochimaru grinned, a mocking smile on his face, and said, "I used Sasuke to threaten him back then, and he no longer acknowledges me as his teacher."

"You don't understand Uchiha Itachi."

Natsume said firmly, "He would do anything for Konoha."

Even his most beloved younger brother, Uchiha Sasuke, he prepared Kotoamatsukami.

Once someone betrays Konoha, they are forcibly corrected.

"And you and Danzo Shimura, in his eyes, belong to the dark side of Konoha."

Natsume continued, "He will hate you, but he won't kill you, because that would weaken Konoha. Besides, where there is fire, there is shadow; he will only see you as indispensable."

"What an idiot!"

Orochimaru gave a sinister smile and said, "The Will of Fire is quite a good thing."

"Now that we've talked about the rewards, let's talk about the costs."

Natsume changed the subject, casually tossing a small note to Shimura Danzo, "Tell him about this, and that you will definitely support him becoming Hokage."

Orochimaru glanced at the contents and immediately licked his lips.

interesting.

But does this guy still have any dealings with Danzo Shimura?

Before he could ask any more questions, Natsume had already disappeared.

Unlike the previous times, this time there was a faint fluctuation of chakra.

Orochimaru was slightly taken aback, and then his expression changed slightly.

It is the Flying Thunder God Technique.

How did he learn it in such a short time?

The thought that he hadn't even obtained the Mangekyou Sharingan yet filled Orochimaru's eyes with murderous intent.

Standing on the main street of Konoha, Natsume tilted his head.

What should I do?

In the past, he had always practiced the Flying Thunder God Technique.

But now that it's no longer needed, it seems like there's nothing to do.

Tsunade works in the Hokage Building, so it's not convenient to disturb her.

Let's wait until she becomes Hokage before we do anything about it.

It must be quite interesting.

Should I practice Shimura Danzo's famous saying?

"Tsunade, you'll regret this!"

Natsume stroked his chin, already anticipating an interesting scene.

As for what to do with Danzo Shimura?

Let him defect.

Natsume had a sudden inspiration and immediately felt that he could have a lot of fun.

He suddenly stopped, and many images flashed through his mind.

It is the return of the shadow clone.

After successfully mastering the Flying Thunder God Technique, he sent his shadow clones to various places to bury kunai or shuriken with the Flying Thunder God Technique style.

This is the furthest.

In the Land of Water and the Hidden Mist Village.

The energy consumption of the Flying Thunder God Technique is determined by distance, weight, and volume.

The farther away, the heavier and larger the object, the more chakra is needed.

Why is the first requirement for mastering the Flying Thunder God Technique to be that the user possess a large amount of chakra?

This is the reason.

I'm afraid you're too arrogant and will travel too far and die.

Let's take a closer look at the owners of the first two Flying Thunder God Techniques.

Needless to say, Tobirama Senju, as a member of the Senju clan, had an inexhaustible supply of chakra.

Minato Namikaze, despite being of commoner origin, possessed a considerable amount of chakra.

This can be seen from the fact that they can cultivate into immortals.

Furthermore, during the Nine-Tails' rampage, he used the Flying Thunder God Technique to transfer the Tailed Beast Ball.

If you don't have much chakra, would you dare to do this?

With the help of Uzumaki Ena and his own training, Natsume's chakra now far surpasses that of an average Jonin.

Moreover, he also has the original necklace as a power bank.

If that doesn't work, we can temporarily switch to a fairy body for fun.

In short, there's no need to worry about consumption.

Natsume thought for a moment, realizing it had been a long time since he had seen Mei Terumi, and wondered how she was doing.

He found a deserted place.

The Flying Thunder God Technique is activated.

Of course, they didn't go directly to Kirigakure.

Because the range of perception isn't that wide.

If the mark cannot be detected, the Flying Thunder God Technique cannot be triggered.

Minato Namikaze, the fastest man in the ninja world, was always a step too slow at crucial moments.

There was really no other way.

The Flying Thunder God Technique has its limits.

Unless you possess unlimited chakra and extraordinary sensory abilities.

Even so, this technique is already incredibly powerful.

After teleporting several times, Natsume finally arrived at Kirigakure.

He took a breath; his chakra was almost completely depleted.

But it must be said that the speed is very fast; a journey that would take several days can be completed in less than a minute.

Water Shadow Building.

Mei Terumi clenched her fists, but finally couldn't hold back and slammed her fist into the table, which was extremely unladylike.

"Those bastards! They keep delaying the allocation of funds!"

After the Mizukage was replaced, Kirigakure was destroyed by the Tailed Beast Ball and faced reconstruction.

But I have no money.

They had no choice but to ask the daimyo of the Land of Water for money.

The regular funding for this year was already allocated at the beginning of the year, so this is an extra allocation.

The Land of Water was immediately reluctant.

Moreover, the Hidden Mist Village requires a relatively large amount of money.

With this mindset, funding was indefinitely delayed.

It's been a month, and I haven't received a single penny.

"This isn't like you at all."

The sudden sound startled Mei Terumi slightly, but she quickly realized it was Natsume.

She quickly tidied up the somewhat messy desk and regained her composure.

"Have you finished your business?"

Without Mei Terumi realizing it, her voice became much softer.

"More or less."

Natsume glanced at her hair, still the wavy style he'd braided for her, and couldn't help but smile, asking, "What are you angry about?"

"It's the Land of Water; the funding hasn't arrived yet."

Mei Terumi paused, then suddenly remembered that Natsume had close ties with the daimyo and nobles, and asked, "Do you have a way to urge them on?"

"It's difficult."

Natsume sighed, "My relationship with the Land of Water is nothing more than a transaction of money."

Upon hearing this, Mei Terumi's eyes dimmed considerably.

Without money, the reconstruction and development of Kirigakure will inevitably be slowed down.

At this rate, even if she works herself to death in the position of Mizukage, it will be difficult for Kirigakure to catch up with Konoha.

"I do have some spare money that I can lend to you."

Natsume's lips curled into a smile as he spoke.

Mei Terumi's eyes lit up immediately, but then she hesitated.

What price will be paid for this loan?

How much can you lend?

"Seven hundred million."

Natsume said casually.

Terumi Mei's heart skipped a beat.

In her eyes, Natsume seemed to turn golden.

Too dazzling.

Seven hundred million is definitely not a small amount.

Even the most renowned and powerful individuals from the five major villages would rarely have a bounty exceeding one hundred million taels on the black market.

Having tens of millions of taels is already quite good.

Seven hundred million is enough to help Kirigakure get through its most difficult period.

At this moment, Mei Terumi even considered abandoning her ninja ways and going into business.

Of course, she was, after all, the Water Shadow, and quickly returned to normal.

Seven hundred million taels sounds wonderful, but the interest alone is enough to kill a person.

"What are the interest rates or terms?"

Terumi Mei asked calmly.

"Well, didn't you promise to work for me for a year? How about another year and a half?"

Natsume admired the watery, shadowy aura she suddenly exuded and asked with a smile.

Mei Terumi showed a surprised expression.

Why is it this condition again?

She felt something was amiss.

Could he be...?

Mei Terumi shook off the thought that shouldn't have popped into her head, pondered for a moment, and said, "Okay. But I'll add one condition: you can't make me do anything detrimental to Kirigakure."

"That's natural."

Natsume hadn't thought about it before.

His plan was quite simple.

If you give her two and a half years, that's enough for her to become an excellent idol.

Mei Terumi breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

In that case, working for him for two and a half years would indeed be a worthwhile investment.

Not only did they help them drive away the mysterious masked man, but they also provided the Hidden Mist Village with an interest-free loan of 700 million.

It was a huge profit.

Terumi thought to herself that if she weren't the Mizukage, she would be very willing to be honest with him and make friends, instead of being wary like she is now.

How are we going to pay back 700 million?

Ninth update

(End of this chapter)