Konoha: The Soul King from the Uchiha Clan

Chapter 337 A Wise Woman Knows When to Adversity

Five days later, in a town in the southern part of the Land of Fire, Mei Terumi, disguised, wandered aimlessly through the streets...

After landing in the southeastern part of the Land of Whirlpools, Mei Terumi rested for a day before setting off to cross the Land of Whirlpools and join a caravan to enter the Land of Fire.

The Land of Whirlpools was too chaotic, with spies and agents from all sides gathering there. It was also relatively close to Kirigakure in the Land of Water, so Mei Terumi dared not stay any longer.

The Land of Fire is different; it's large, prosperous, and has a better living environment. With Konoha in charge, the number of spies from Kirigakure is relatively reduced.

After several days of rest and treatment, Mei Terumi's injuries have healed, her chakra has been restored, and her strength has returned to its peak.

Feeling safe again, Mei Terumi is lost once more, unsure of where to go or what to do next...

She said she wanted to go back for revenge and save Kirigakure, but for the time being, Mei Terumi didn't know where to start, feeling confused and conflicted.

As she walked, shadows fell, and Mei Terumi suddenly realized her path was blocked...

Mei Terumi assumed he was some kind of thug, hooligans, or gangster who had lustful thoughts, and in a bad mood, she looked up, ready to lash out...

Upon seeing the person who arrived, Terumi Mei was slightly taken aback.

"Ms. Terumi Mei, don't you recognize us?" Kisame grinned.

"Kisame Hoshigaki, an S-rank rogue ninja from Kirigakure who stole the Samehada sword."

"A rogue ninja of the Hidden Mist Village, whose sword was stolen by one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, Juzo Biwa."

"What are you doing here?"

Mei Terumi's expression remained indifferent, but she was already on guard.

"You're an S-rank rogue ninja now. There's really nothing to stay in that wretched place, Kirigakure. It's dark, oppressive, and bloody," said Juzo Biwa expressionlessly.

"We came here specifically to see Ms. Terumi Mei; we have important matters to discuss," Kisame Hoshigaki explained.

Yes, she's an S-rank rogue ninja now. She never imagined this day would come...

Mei Terumi was somewhat downcast, but she quickly rallied and asked in a deep voice, "How did you find out about me?"

"How did they discover my whereabouts?"

"Does Ms. Terumi Mei intend to discuss business here?"

"Don't worry, we meant no harm. Otherwise, we would have attacked you while you were distracted."

"We're both S-rank rogue ninjas, and from the same village. Can you give us some trust?" Kisame Hoshigaki asked with a smile and a gentle tone.

After a slight hesitation, Mei Terumi said, "Come with me."

With her in control of the conversation, at least there's no need to worry about being ambushed.

After saying that, Mei Terumi turned and left, with Kisame and Juzo immediately following.

The three walked out of the town and came to a riverbank. The river was flat and open, making it difficult for anyone to hide.

"Please tell me what's wrong."

Mei Terumi turned around with a calm expression, her arms crossed, her ample bosom slightly compressed, but because she was wearing combat-appropriate clothing, it didn't reveal much of her figure.

"We have two things to discuss."

"The first thing is to invite you to join our organization," Kisame said seriously.

"You're all wearing the same clothes; I can tell you've joined the same organization."

"What's your organization called?"

"What is the purpose?"

"What are the benefits like?"

Terumi Mei, who was just wondering where to go, suddenly had an idea and became interested, so she launched into a series of three high-quality moves.

"The organization is well-known."

"As for our purpose, we can't reveal it easily, because if you don't join us after finding out, we'll have no choice but to take action against you."

"The treatment is naturally not as good as that of the great ninja villages, but there is no shortage of food, drink, clothing, equipment, and medical supplies."

"Under normal circumstances, as long as the fixed number of tasks is completed each month, the rest of the time is free to arrange."

Mei Terumi said calmly, "The Akatsuki?"

"Never heard of it, but since you've all joined, you must be someone special, right?"

Kisame nodded slightly and said, "Indeed, they are not simple. The outer members of the organization are basically Jonin-level, and the official members are stronger and more mysterious and terrifying than the last."

Mei Terumi's eyebrows twitched slightly, and she asked with surprise, "This is quite interesting. Who are the official members? Could you tell me?"

"That falls within the realm of what can be said. Have you heard of Sasori of the Red Sand, Kakuzu?"

"The missing genius puppeteer of Sunagakure?"

"A top-tier bounty hunter active in the underworld?"

"That's right."

"This is getting more and more interesting. Are there any more interesting people out there?"

A smile played on Terumi Mei's exquisite and charming face.

"Of course."

"The organization includes a descendant of Madara Uchiha, who attacked Konoha, released the Nine-Tails, and plotted to kill the Fourth Hokage."

"The organization's leader even possesses the legendary Rinnegan, the eye of the Sage of Six Paths!"

"So, are you interested?"

Upon hearing this, Mei Terumi's smile froze, and she was completely stunned, her mind racing.

This Akatsuki organization is quite extraordinary, having gathered so many powerful and terrifying figures. What exactly is their purpose?

That's really intriguing!

Perhaps I could join this organization and take a look...

While learning more about the organization, they would see if there was an opportunity to use its power to take revenge and eliminate the Fourth Mizukage and the Master.

By then, her strength will probably have reached a new level, and she will be able to return to Kirigakure and seek the position of the Fifth Mizukage.

Once she becomes the Mizukage, she can transform the Blood Mist Village into the shape she envisions, according to her own will...

Mei Terumi said seriously, "Such an interesting organization is naturally of my interest. I hope you two will take good care of me in the future."

Kisame shook his head and said with a smile, "It's not about taking care of you, it's about being of the same ilk."

"There are factions within the organization, namely the two I mentioned last."

"Only by being of one mind and advancing and retreating together can we be successful and thrive in the organization."

"This is one of the reasons we recruited you into the organization; after all, Ms. Terumi Mei's strength is no less than ours."

Mei Terumi smiled and said, "Mr. Kisame really has a gentlemanly demeanor that doesn't match his appearance."

"Haha... Juzo, this is the first time someone has said I have gentlemanly manners, and it's a beautiful woman at that."

A slight smile appeared on Pipa Juzo's indifferent face as he said, "I don't know if you're a gentleman or not, but you're certainly not bad."

"Haha, thank you for the compliment."

"Alright, Ms. Terumi Mei, let's move on to the second matter."

"Please speak."

"Next, Ms. Terumi Mei, please come with us to meet someone."

Kisame's smile faded, his expression turned serious, and his eyes filled with reverence.

Seeing Kisame's solemn expression, Mei Terumi's heart skipped a beat, and she asked in surprise, "Who is it?"

"Those to whom we truly pledge our loyalty!"

Kisame and Juzo spoke in unison, their expressions serious and solemn.

Mei Terumi was taken aback by what she heard; that sentence contained a lot of information.

It turns out that these two guys were neither the leader of Akatsuki nor the leader of another faction within Akatsuki, but someone else.

So those two guys joined the Akatsuki organization for ulterior motives?

It seems the people behind these two are trying to recruit me...

After hearing so many secrets, if she refuses, the two of them will probably turn against each other immediately, and might even fight to the death!

After quickly weighing the pros and cons, Mei Terumi smiled and said, "Alright, lead the way."

"A wise move. Please come with us." Kisame nodded in approval.

The next moment, Kisame and Juzo moved and leaped upstream in the river. Mei Terumi didn't play any tricks and followed them directly.

The three of them vanished in a few leaps and bounds...

(End of this chapter)