Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 83: Is there any late-night snack?

"Lord Takashi, you have indeed come prepared."

Mei Terumi slowly exhaled.

Although she is only twenty years old, she has been trained as a water lily since childhood, and her abilities and vision far surpass those of her peers.

I never expected that Natsume would lead the conversation like this.

She not only failed to gain the upper hand, but also quite approved of the conditions or temptations offered by the other party.

If what Natsume said is true, then even if he doesn't care about these five waterways, Kirigakure will have to take care of them.

Because it has great strategic significance.

This could be the opportunity to change the traditions of Kirigakure.

When the waterway opens, not only elite ninjas will be needed, but also ordinary ninjas.

In this situation, bloody rule seems extremely inappropriate.

Natsume looked at her eyes sparkling like stars and couldn't help but chuckle.

Actually, the waterway only looks quite plausible now.

In the later stages, it becomes less effective.

Even if a warship uses chakra as a shield, it can't withstand someone piloting a Gundam.

What happened to Kirigakure was none of Natsume's concern.

He's just tying it to the boat now to make it easier for him to do business.

Incidentally, gradually bring it under control.

Shipping is just the beginning.

Although it was just the beginning, it broadened Mei Terumi's horizons.

I never imagined that the combination of maritime transport and ninja villages would have such an effect.

"This is not a decision I can make alone."

Mei Terumi calmed herself down and said, "I need to report this to the Mizukage."

Upon hearing this, Natsume frowned slightly.

Yagura, being out of control, would definitely agree.

But Obito Uchiha wouldn't do that.

He came to destroy Kirigakure; there's no reason for Kirigakure to develop.

Natsume simply had no reason to stop it.

He thought about it and realized that it wasn't actually a bad thing.

After Mei Terumi suffers a setback, she will definitely begin to suspect Yagura Karatachi.

If it was tradition before, what about now?

As the Mizukage, the fact that he doesn't work for Kirigakure is clearly problematic.

With a little guidance from Natsume, the truth will be revealed.

"Lord Takashi, I have benefited greatly today, and I am very grateful."

Mei Terumi stood up, bowed slightly, and said, "I will discuss the details after the Mizukage agrees."

"OK."

Natsume watched her leave.

To be honest, Mei Terumi is very beautiful, but he doesn't really like her hairstyle; it looks like a pine tree.

If we have the chance, we should make her change to long, straight black hair.

night.

Mei Terumi arrives again.

She didn't try to hide it; her face looked terrible.

The result can be imagined.

"I'm sorry, Master Takashi."

Mei Terumi forced a smile and said, "The Mizukage has not approved your plan."

"Come in and talk."

Natsume pointed to the food on the table and said, "I was just having dinner. If you haven't eaten, you can join me."

Mei Terumi wasn't in the mood to eat, but she didn't refuse and sat down.

"What's the reason?"

Natsume handed her a pair of chopsticks and asked.

There is no reason.

Mei Terumi's delicate face showed confusion. "That's something I can't understand either."

When she reported her plan to Yagura, she was met with a stern rejection.

Without any explanation, I was kicked out.

Actually, she had suspected Yagura Karatachi before.

At first, he was relatively normal, but later, I don't know what happened, he became increasingly harsh or even bloody.

Furthermore, he single-handedly orchestrated the annihilation of the Kaguya clan, the most powerful bloodline limit ninja clan in Kirigakure.

In short, since he took office, the village has been declining and has never become prosperous.

He refused such a good opportunity.

Mei Terumi was immediately at a loss.

"I did expect that."

Looking at the girl's beautiful face so close to his own, Natsume said, "So you don't need to worry about it."

"How could I not care?"

Mei Terumi instinctively gripped her chopsticks and said, "The Mizukage should be the ninja who cares most about Kirigakure, but he has repeatedly turned a blind eye."

Ultimately, it was just youthful impetuosity.

Coupled with the setback she suffered today, she lost her composure slightly.

Otherwise, he wouldn't say such things to a stranger.

Another reason is that she admires Natsume.

"What I mean is that you don't need to worry about the Mizukage. Kirigakure can still develop."

Natsume stepped back, took out a permit, and said, "The Daimyo of the Land of Water has granted me permission to open a new sea route."

Mei Terumi's gaze swept over them, and her brows slowly furrowed.

She already understood what Natsume meant.

Yagura refused, saying that he could only manage the waters near Kirigakure at most.

However, the outer waters are under the jurisdiction of the Land of Water.

Natsume could easily open up a waterway around Kirigakure.

He has the support of the Water Kingdom, so it doesn't matter to him.

But if she were to help him, she would undoubtedly be going against Yagura's orders.

Mei Terumi unconsciously bit her lip due to her inner turmoil.

Natsume looked at her and suddenly felt an urge to smooth it out with his fingers.

He picked up his chopsticks, took a piece of fish, and chewed it slowly.

"It is only natural for me to issue a commission and for you to accept the mission; even the Mizukage cannot stop me."

Mei Terumi stared at him with her eyes open, and after a moment of silence, said, "I will try to gain the support of the Elder Yuan Master."

The most respected ninja in Kirigakure is Genshi.

In the original work, after Yagura Karatachi died, he took over the position of Mizukage before passing it on to Mei Terumi.

But he wasn't power-hungry; he was simply grooming a successor.

During the period of temporary administration, all powers were delegated to Terumi Mei.

When the time is right, it will be only natural for her to become the Mizukage.

The Grand Master is quite old.

Mei Terumi generally doesn't bother him; she only asks him about important matters.

Once Yuan Shi supports her, it means she has enough confidence to refuse Yagura.

"Hopefully we'll get good news."

Natsume nodded and said, "Don't look so gloomy anymore, have some delicious food."

"Thanks."

Mei Terumi's expression gradually relaxed, and she suddenly smiled, her cold face instantly becoming more girlish.

"May I ask why Lord Takashi is wearing a mask?"

"Oh, I was naughty when I was a child and got injured on my face, leaving a scar. So I started wearing a mask so as not to scare people."

Natsume had already prepared his explanation.

"Feel sorry."

Mei Terumi said somewhat embarrassedly, "I didn't mean to ask."

"It's alright, it's not a taboo."

Natsume changed the subject, saying, "I plan to issue the commission first, and then conduct an on-site investigation of the nearby shipping lanes. Would you be interested in coming along? Consider it as protecting me while we're at it. The reward will definitely satisfy you."

"If Elder Yuan agrees, I will naturally protect your safety."

Mei Terumi smiled and said.

Dinner is over.

Xia watched her leave, then turned and went back to her room, feeling a little hungry.

After all, there was one more person competing with him for food.

After thinking for a moment, he used the Reverse Summoning Technique to appear in Konoha Village and then sneaked into Uzumaki Ena's room.

"Don't wake Karin."

Natsume pressed his hand to her lips and whispered.

Ena Uzumaki nodded.

When he snuggled into her arms, a sudden panic ensued.

"You seem very nervous?"

Natsume noticed that her body was a little stiff, and asked the question knowing the answer.