Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 95 Tsunade was filled with determination

"You run pretty fast."

Natsume chuckled softly.

Even in Sage Mode, he couldn't sense Obito Uchiha.

This only means that his location is no longer in the service area.

It has to be said that Shenwei's escape is truly exceptional.

"Damn it!"

Qing suddenly shouted, "Everyone, back up immediately!"

Natsume immediately turned his head to look.

Not far away, Isobu was filled with a large amount of unstable chakra, as if he was about to explode at any moment.

Tailed beast self-destruction?

Natsume's expression hardened.

Obito Uchiha is such a troublemaker.

After the order was given, the remaining Hidden Mist Village ninjas fled in panic.

Only Yuan Shi and Zhao Meiming remained in place.

They were forming hand seals, trying to minimize the damage.

However, given the power of the tailed beasts' self-destruction, they most likely won't survive.

Natsume no longer hesitated.

The white eye of the blue light could not be removed instantly.

His Mangekyou Sharingan is...

He had previously worried about being noticed, but now no one cares about him.

Natsume immediately formed hand seals.

"Illusion - Release!"

Yagura was jolted awake and regained consciousness.

A multitude of thoughts flooded my mind.

His face displayed a complex mix of emotions, including shock, shame, and anger, flashing across his face like a revolving lantern.

"Water Shadow!"

Natsume shouted, "Control the chakra within you immediately!"

Yagura, regaining his senses and realizing the problem, quickly formed hand seals.

"The illusion has been broken!"

Qing shouted excitedly.

He even thought it was his achievement.

Mei Terumi was slightly taken aback.

How come Natsume discovered the control was lifted earlier than Ao?

But now was not the time to think about that, she said, watching Yagura with wariness.

The chaotic chakra was gradually withdrawn.

Yagura prevented the Three-Tails from self-destructing.

He was, after all, a perfect Jinchūriki.

But the fact that he was controlled is undeniable.

Thinking about how Kirigakure had been almost completely destroyed because of him over the years, Yagura Karatachi suddenly looked much older.

"Lord Mizukage, are you awake?"

Master Yuan stepped forward, leaning on his cane, and asked.

"I'm sorry, Elder Yuan."

With a look of remorse, Yagura said, "I am no longer worthy to be the Mizukage. I have made too many mistakes."

"Wrongdoing must be punished."

Genji, acting as an elder, declared, "From today onward, Mei Terumi will serve as the Mizukage. You will no longer interfere in the affairs of Kirigakure; await the appearance of a new Jinchūriki."

Although it was rather hasty, what happened next was indeed not suitable for Yagura Karatachi to be involved in anymore.

It would be better for Mei Terumi to be in charge, and it would also help her build prestige and make the transition faster.

"I have no objection."

Yagura nodded.

Although he was being controlled, he did not lose consciousness, so he knew that Mei Terumi was indeed a qualified candidate.

The Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist originally had many talented members, but he forced them all onto the path of rebellion.

His sins are so great that even execution would not absolve him of them.

However, since he is the Jinchūriki of the Three-Tails, the matter can only be suppressed for the time being.

Mei Terumi looked surprised upon hearing this.

Although he knew he would become the Mizukage, he never expected that day to come so soon.

At twenty years old, Ying is undoubtedly the youngest Ying at present.

[Because of your actions, Mei Terumi's fate has changed; you have gained 100 Fate Points.]

[Because of your actions, the fate of the Three-Tailed Isobu has changed. You have gained 90 points of Fate Value.]

[Because of your actions, Yagura's fate has changed; you have gained 90 Fate Points.]

Because of your actions, Master Yuan's fate has changed; you have gained 49 points of Fate Value.

Because of your actions, Qing's fate has changed; you have gained 47 Fate Points.

[Because of your actions, Obito Uchiha's fate has changed. You have gained 20 points of Fate Value.]

Natsume chuckled as he listened to the series of notification sounds.

After a long wait, the newly appointed Mizukage, Terumi Mei, finally had time to speak with him alone.

"Thank you for your help tonight."

"You're welcome, I've already received my payment."

Natsume was referring to Mei Terumi working for him for a year.

"That being said, it is our Hidden Mist Village that has come out on top."

Mei Terumi couldn't imagine the devastation Kirigakure would have suffered without Natsume.

In comparison, working for a year is a great bargain.

"Your Chamber of Commerce's plan to open up new shipping routes will continue after the Water Shadow Building is rebuilt."

Mei Terumi revealed her sincerity.

Although she thought there might be some problems behind the new route, as Natsume said, he had already obtained the approval of the Land of Water.

Moreover, Kirigakure desperately needs money, and they can't afford to offend Natsume, this super-rich man.

Who knows, I might need to ask him for help again later.

"no problem."

Natsume nodded and said, "In that case, I'll take this opportunity to go back."

The Water Shadow Building, along with the surrounding structures, will take at least a month to rebuild.

He naturally had no need to stay and wait.

"When are you leaving?"

Mei Terumi didn't think it was a big deal; they would meet again anyway.

"tonight."

Natsume explained with a smile, "The sooner we leave, the sooner we can go back."

He turned and walked out.

"etc."

Mei Terumi suddenly called out to him, took a few steps forward, and subconsciously swallowed.

"May I see your true face?"

"You really want to see it?"

Natsume stopped and said, "It's ugly."

"It's okay."

Mei Terumi's decision was indeed impulsive, but for some reason, hearing him say it was ugly made her feel inexplicably disappointed.

Natsume touched the mask and slowly took it off.

"you……"

Mei Terumi's eyes widened immediately, and after a moment, she said softly, "You're lying to me."

In an instant, she fell from the majestic water shadow back into a somewhat coquettish young girl.

"Because I wanted to see how you would react."

Natsume laughed and said, "It's quite interesting, and quite cute."

This is the application of psychological expectations.

First lower it, then raise it.

Mei Terumi shuddered and gave him a disapproving look.

But when she met his teasing gaze, she suddenly felt a jolt of electricity run through her.

It wasn't until Natsume had walked quite a distance that she came to her senses and touched her heartbeat.

"What does this feel like?"

Terumi Mei murmured to herself.

The same night.

A forest outside the metropolis of the Land of Fire.

"It's finally over."

Sarutobi Asuma sighed and pulled out a pack of cigarettes.

"Don't smoke."

Tsunade glared at him and said, "Why did you have to learn to smoke like an old man like you?"

"No, no, I won't smoke."

Sarutobi Asuma immediately put away his cigarette and put on a fawning smile.

He knew Tsunade's fiery temper all too well.

Especially recently, it has become increasingly outrageous.

Kazuma originally had a chance to escape, but she beat him to a pulp.

Anyone who came to that scene would say one word: tragic.

"Are you staying to continue being a Guardian Ninja, or are you coming back to Konoha with me?"

Tsunade poked at the fire and asked casually.

"Return to Konoha."

Sarutobi Asuma said in a deep voice, "I left because I had a fight with the old man. I thought 'jade' referred to the daimyo, but he said I didn't understand jade."

The term "jade" refers to a chess piece that determines the outcome of a game, equivalent to the "general" in Chinese chess.

Do you understand now?

Tsunade looked up at his mature-beyond-his-years face and asked.

"Through the experience with Ma, I've gained many new insights, which I believe refer to the present and the future."

Sarutobi Asuma, with an enlightened expression, said, "Now, protect those you love and those who are with you. In the future, protect our next generation."

Tsunade subconsciously looked at the necklace on her chest.

What is my jade?

After being separated from Natsume for so long, she finally understood that emotions accumulate with time and distance.

She wanted to escape, but she couldn't.

Because it is impossible for a person to deceive their own heart.

"Whether now or in the future, my jade will always be you."

At this moment, Tsunade was filled with determination.

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