The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

Mianma looked at the earthen platform with a smile and said.

Lying? Anyone can do that. You can just close your eyes and unleash a smooth combo on you. The current Mianma is not the same as before. He can do this kind of thing just like that. It's just a matter of adapting to the situation. Mianma said that although he can't compare to these old foxes, he still has the basic skills.

When Tsuchida heard Menma's reply, his expression paused slightly.

He really didn't expect Menma to be so shameless.

That's right!

In Tu Tai's view, this is a shameless act. A lover of peace? You really dare to say that.

In the series of battles, your Takigakure village must have killed the most ninjas from opposing villages, right?

At this point, everyone's calling themselves peace-loving? Have they no shame?

For a moment, Tu Tai wanted to burst into a tirade of curses, but he managed to restrain himself.

Ultimately, it seems that in these successive battles, they were not the initiators, but rather the ones who were passively responding. Moreover, all crows are black, so there's no need to talk about the second brother. More importantly, they are now in need of others' help.

Just believe whatever people say.

"Ah, Lord Menma, rest assured, I will definitely relay the message back to our Raikage."

Tu Tai quickly adjusted his mindset and replied with a smile.

It was as if they truly shared a deep friendship.

"That would be the best. I also believe that our two villages can reach a consensus on many issues."

Mianma continued.

They still didn't bring up any reason, just rambled on and on.

The dough doesn't seem to be taking the bait at all.

Tu Tai immediately felt helpless.

Is this boy in front of me really only 13 years old? He doesn't look it at all; he's definitely a little fox.

Tsuchidai wanted to start by getting information from Shibuki.

But Shemu acted as if he was just there to listen in, which made Tutai even more helpless.

This is definitely a case of not releasing the hawk until you see the rabbit.

"Ahem, as a token of our sincerity, we have some small gifts from our Hidden Cloud Village. We hope that Lord Menma and Lord Shibuki will not find them offensive."

He had no choice but to speak up again, and as he spoke, he pulled a scroll out of his pocket.

Seeing this, Mianma's lips curled up slightly.

A shifty look in his eyes.

Karin, who was sitting on one side, also understood and stepped down, taking the scroll directly from the earthen platform's hand.

"Hehe, your village is too kind."

Menma spoke insincerely as he took the scroll from Karin, opened it, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

A not-too-thick list of supplies.

As a gift to restore normal relations between the two villages, it is indeed substantial enough. However, to think that one can exchange this list of supplies for the captured Cloud Ninja is wishful thinking. Not to mention that the most important person in the Cloud Village's intentions is definitely Yugito.

Whether Mianma is willing or not is one thing.

The attitude of the Hidden Cloud Village itself is another matter entirely.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 349 Agreed

"This is just a token of our appreciation. In addition, our Raikage also hopes to establish a cooperative relationship with your village in many aspects in the future, such as development rights in some areas and mission quotas in some regions. The Raikage has instructed me to have more in-depth negotiations with you."

Tu Tai said with a smile.

It wasn't just a hoax.

Regardless of what they were thinking, at least on the surface, both the Fourth Raikage and Tsuchida were genuinely willing to trade and cooperate with Takigakure. Even if it was just to initially appease Takigakure and to exchange for the captured Kumogakure ninja and the Two-Tails Jinchuriki, they were actually offering something.

This is simply a matter of attitude.

His expression also became noticeably softer.

This might sound a bit ridiculous, but sincerity and attitude are truly the most important prerequisites.

If even this basic attitude is lacking, no diplomatic negotiations can begin; one side always has to humble itself.

"Well, then I must thank your village for your assistance."

Mianma said with a smile.

Shibuki, who was in the lower position, also looked pleasantly surprised.

Once the supplies are used up, it's all over.

However, the opening of new regions and the acquisition of mission quotas are long-term issues that require a ninja village to become powerful.

It involves issues from all aspects.

The most direct issue is economic. Without money, how can you train ninjas?

Do ninja tools cost money? Do facilities cost money? Do food, water, and toilet facilities cost money? And what about all sorts of equipment and supplies?

You want to become stronger without money? Dream on.

The conditions offered by Kumogakure are exactly what Takigakure has been dreaming of. Shibuki was worried that his village would face difficulties in the future, given that it was already at odds with so many other ninja villages. But now it seems that things are not so difficult.

"If Your Excellency is satisfied, then we wonder if it would be appropriate for some of our companions who have been stranded in your village due to a misunderstanding to return in time. The families of these little ones in the village are quite missing them."

Seeing the expressions on Mianma and Shemu's faces, Tsuchida leaned forward slightly and tentatively stated the main purpose of his group's trip.

Hearing the words of the earthen platform.

Menma smiled slightly and nodded, saying, "Yes, that's certainly not a problem, but it will still take a little time. I think Tsuchida-san can understand that, right?"

The conditions they offered were so clear and generous.

There was no need for Menma to keep beating around the bush. After all, there were only less than a hundred captured Cloud Ninja, and these conditions were already sufficient for the exchange.

Anyway, there's no point in keeping these people around, is there?

"Huh?"

Hearing Menma's straightforward words...

The earthen platform was startled instinctively.

Why is he so agreeable? If Menma had just given a dumbfounded answer from the beginning, Tsuchida wouldn't have been surprised. But after the initial conversation, Tsuchida could clearly realize that the young man in front of him was definitely not someone who could be easily bullied or fooled.

The terms offered by our side do seem very generous, but apart from the initial list of supplies which will indeed be delivered in the next few days, the other terms will depend on the progress of the cooperation between the two parties.

And even if we take a step back and consider the worst-case scenario...

Even if everything is achieved, the other side agreed far too easily.

It's important to know that among the captured Cloud Ninja, there was the most crucial Two-Tails Jinchuriki—Yugito.

Based on my observations and the information I've gathered, I think this Uzumaki Menma needs to negotiate for at least a few more conditions.

It can't be...

Suddenly.

A thought flashed through Tsuchida's mind, and his expression changed slightly. After taking a deep breath, Tsuchida tentatively asked, "If that's what you say, Lord Menma, then that's naturally the best. Waiting a little while is no problem at all, as long as everyone who is stranded can return."

In his words, he deliberately emphasized the words "slightly" and "all".

Tutai is certain that Mianma, who sits in the main position, will understand his meaning.

"Hehe, of course, everyone will go back. Almost everyone can go back with Tsuchikage after a couple of days of preparation. The only special cases are those who will have to wait a little longer. Of course, please believe me, Tsuchikage and Raikage, that it really is only a short time."

With a broad smile, Mianma said.

The underlying meaning in his words was quite obvious.

Tu Tai's expression darkened, and Xi and Samui, who were positioned below him, also looked somewhat unpleasant.

The two-day waiting period undoubtedly refers to the time it takes for the supplies donated by Kumogakure to arrive. This is not a problem. Tsuchita did not try to sabotage things from the beginning. Including the later cooperation plan, considering the current situation in the ninja world, cooperation is not an unacceptable thing.

Tu Tai is a very rational and realistic person.

However, the special case that Mianma mentioned later requires waiting for a while longer. Anyone who isn't a fool can tell that he was definitely referring to Yumu Ren.

As for the reason?

You could guess most of the earthen platform with your toes.

That is precisely why Tutai found it so troublesome, even though it was a difficulty he had anticipated from the beginning.

"Well, waiting a little while is no problem, but the people in our village are quite eager. In this regard, we hope that Lord Menma and Lord Shibuki can be more magnanimous."

However, in the end, they didn't really give a firm 100% rejection.

Considering the current situation.

Tu Tai himself couldn't easily break off relations.

It's still necessary to pull things together from all sides. Whether it succeeds or not is another matter, but at least we should try, right?

Even if the hope is slim, you have to comfort yourself.

Furthermore, even if we were to fall out, we shouldn't do it here. What if they get angry and attack us?

No matter how cunning and shrewd he may be, he is still just a young man. Young people are often impetuous, and Tu Tai doesn't want to just kick the bucket so easily.

"That's natural."

"Well, since Menma-kun has said so, Tsuchida-san, please rest assured."

Mianma and Shemu spoke in turn, one after the other.

Although Tu Tai was deeply frustrated, he couldn't say anything more. He could only force a smile and nod, saying, "That's natural."

"Well, it's getting late. You've come all this way, so please rest first. Although our village doesn't have any particularly magnificent scenery that can compare with yours, it has its own unique charm. You might want to take a look around when you have some free time."

Mianma slightly raised his hand and said softly.