Mizukage's Pokémon Ninja Scroll

Chapter 445 The Leader of the Orange Light Party

The preliminary rounds before the third final exam have completely concluded, and the final list of participants has been finalized.

Kabuto Saigyouji from the Hidden Mist, Ringo Ameyuri, Hozuki Mangetsu, and Guren.

Uchiha Shisui and Mitarashi Anko from Konoha.

Maki of Sunagakure, and Kalanchoe of Amegakure.

Although four people from Kirigakure were able to advance, it was partly due to the distribution of opponents in the preliminary rounds.

However, the fact that half of the people who advanced, and three of them were disciples of Jianchuan Ju, made him, the Mizukage, very proud.

After the selection process, all participating candidates and their entourage were arranged to rest in Seafog City, awaiting the actual third exam.

However, the ninja village, where many candidates had been eliminated, did not choose to leave.

Instead, they stayed behind, ready to await the final ceremony.

The Hidden Mist Village also generously granted them the right to move freely during this period.

This allows the members of the small ninja villages who have lost their eligibility for the exam to have a good time exploring the Sea Mist City.

On the contrary, those genin who successfully passed the exam probably won't be in the mood for leisurely strolling around during this time.

After this tiebreaker, most people's true abilities were revealed.

There is not a single mediocre player among the top eight.

Left with no other choice, all of them began to cram at the last minute, hoping to perform better in the final exam.

At least for Jianchuan Ju, they received three applications to borrow the training ground immediately after the preliminaries ended.

Of course, Tachibana Kenkawa couldn't just leave the four genin on Kirigakure's side alone.

Even Honglian, who was not his disciple, was given special training along with him.

However, before that, Tachibana Kanakawa had some more important things to do.

Sea Fog City, the ninja stronghold of the Fog Village, an ordinary secret room.

Sitting alone in the secret room, Tachibana Kanagawa gently stroked the ring on her hand and channeled a small amount of chakra into it.

Before long, a response came from the other end of the ring.

Then two colorful figures appeared in front of Jianchuan Ju.

Meanwhile, the Rinnegan belonging to Uchiha Madara also appeared in Tachibana's eyes.

That's right, what Tachibana Kenkawa is using right now is the Rinnegan exclusive ninjutsu "Illusionary Body Technique," which he learned specifically from Nagato.

How could Jianchuan Ju possibly let go of such a convenient and easy-to-use long-distance communication capability?

What appears now are Elder Yuanshi and Qing, who are far away in Kirigakure.

As soon as the call connected, Elder Yuan immediately bowed respectfully and reported back.

"Fourth Hokage, the additional security personnel for the third exam have already departed, led by Kisame Hoshigaki and Kaguya Rakuso."

Upon hearing this, Jianchuan Ju nodded, only then remembering that this was the task she had previously assigned to Elder Yuanshi.

After the second exam, daimyo and nobles from various countries will arrive in Seamist City one after another.

Firstly, they come to relax and have fun; secondly, it's a rare opportunity for these people to gather and socialize.

So unless something really comes up and delays them, most people won't choose to come at the last minute.

With so many distinguished tourists gathering together, the security forces in Sea Fog City naturally need to be upgraded in advance.

However, after thinking about it, Jianchuan Ju still gave a reminder.

"Although Teacher Qing is in charge of the village, essential defensive forces are still necessary."

"Everyone can see that by choosing Sea Mist Castle as the location for the Chunin Exams, we will significantly increase the defenses here. It's hard to guarantee that no one will try anything funny with the village at this time."

However, upon hearing Jianchuan Ju's words, Elder Yuan and Qing's expressions both fell.

Ao, whom Jianchuan Ju referred to as having her own presence, was speechless with exasperation.

"Lord Mizukage, you are overthinking it. With the backup plans you left in the village, even if you send out half of your ninjas, or even if you leave none behind, I doubt anyone can pose any threat to the village."

Thinking back to the so-called "last trump card" that Jianchuan Ju showed to the two of them before setting off for Haiwu City.

Qingzhen felt that Jianchuan Ju's worries were completely unnecessary.

If anyone actually thinks that Kirigakure will fall into emptiness and tries to do something funny, they'll probably have the chance to witness what true despair is.

Hearing Qing's complaints, Jianchuan Ju scratched his head awkwardly, but still explained.

"That move isn't as convenient as you think, and it's always best to keep your trump cards hidden as much as possible."

Elder Yuanshi could also see that his Mizukage did not want to continue the conversation on this matter, so he simply changed the subject.

"Fourth Boss, Miss Hikari departed yesterday. I wonder if she has contacted you yet?"

Elder Yuan's change of topic only made Jianchuan Ju even more embarrassed.

Ever since witnessing a sparring match between Uchiha Hikaru and Nagato, Elder Genji has held the two in even higher esteem.

Regardless of age or social status.

In this ninja world where strength reigns supreme, these two's combat prowess would be respected wherever they are.

Elder Yuan Shi also greatly admired Jian Chuan Ju for being able to "lure" these two top combatants back.

The only side effect is that Elder Yuanshi has now become a staunch supporter of the "Orange Light Party".

He hinted at his feelings to Tachibana Kenkawa more than once in private.

Whether it's possible to take the relationship with Uchiha Hikaru to the next level and ensure that this powerful force is firmly bound to the Kirigakure's chariot.

So even if there wasn't anything particularly important going on, Elder Yuan would subtly mention Uchiha Hikaru's existence to Tachibana Kanagawa.

"Guang hasn't contacted me yet. Actually, I mentioned to her before that we didn't need to leave so early."

"The shadows from each village will definitely arrive last, so it won't matter much if she takes action a little later."

Upon hearing this, Elder Yuan said something meaningful.

"I suppose Miss Guang is planning to surprise you in Sea Fog City on her way? I guess I'm just being nosy."

Upon hearing this, Jianchuan Ju's lips twitched uncontrollably; she no longer wanted to pay attention to this disrespectful old man.

He turned to Qing beside him and began to talk about the real question he wanted to ask during the call that day.

"Teacher Qing, are Xinyue, Ming, and the other two still resting in the village? I have a mission that I need them to run."

The task that Tachibana Kenkawa mentioned was to send them to Kusagakure to bring back Karin, whom Kanako Uzumaki had entrusted to him before her death.

After much deliberation, Tachibana Kanagawa decided not to forcefully demand the person from the official authorities or the Grass Village.

This would not only damage the reputation of Kirigakure, but it's also hard to guarantee that Kusagakure won't try to appease them.

It would be better to just send someone to secretly take Karin away.

Anyway, Karin is probably only about a year old now. Once she grows up a bit, no one will recognize her, and she won't even need to hide her identity.

Even if it were exposed later, Kusagakure wouldn't dare to actually come knocking on their door to demand it back.

(End of this chapter)