Naruto entry

Page 710

Especially the years I spent imprisoned in Konoha...

At this moment, as one of the guards, she could only suppress her anger and perform her duties.

The group was led to the Raikage's office, where they took their seats.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Mabui, as the Raikage's strategist, began a tentative conversation.

She gracefully poured tea for everyone, and then casually spoke:

"Speaking of which, the ninja world has been quite turbulent lately. We have received some scattered intelligence about the remnants of that force called 'Akatsuki'... which seems to still be active."

She raised her eyes, her gaze seemingly falling on Kiyoshi, but actually also sweeping over Tsunade.

"There are unconfirmed reports that they seem to be abusing some kind of forbidden technique that desecrates the dead. I wonder if the Hokage has more concrete information on this? In particular, a Konoha ninja named Kato Dan, whose name seems to be related to these incidents."

When the name Kato Dan was clearly pronounced, the air in the office seemed to freeze for a moment.

"He and Orochimaru were both members of the Shinkyo organization. Together, they launched an attack on Takigakure, severely injuring the current leader of Takigakure, Shibuki, and also taking away the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki."

Mabuyi spoke up.

These are no secrets.

Takigakure Village had no intention of hiding it and spread the news immediately.

If they kept it hidden, Takigakure could continue to be among the top tier of the five great nations, just like in the past.

However, in that case, the actions of the Shinkyo organization would not be known to others.

Takigakure Village will suffer in silence.

Ultimately, Takigakure decided to spread the news, drawing everyone's attention to the Shinkyo organization.

This way, if the Shinkyo organization were to use the Seven-Tails' power in the future, it would be prevented.

This behavior is actually disrupting the "balance of the tailed beasts".

All nations tacitly adhere to this agreement: even if they capture a Jinchūriki from an enemy nation, they will not immediately transfer the Tailed Beast, but will either kill it or wait for someone to ransom it back.

If a ninja village collects too many tailed beasts, it will inevitably arouse the suspicion of other forces, leading to a siege.

"what?!"

Tsunade suddenly looked up, slamming her teacup down on the table with a clatter, spilling tea.

Her face turned deathly pale, and her brown-gold pupils contracted in shock as she said:

"You mean... Duan? He...resurrected? And became...a rogue ninja? That's impossible!"

She glanced at Kiyoshi instinctively, her eyes filled with disbelief and a panicked search for confirmation.

Kiyoshi frowned slightly. He gave Tsunade a reassuring look, then turned to Mabui and the Raikage, saying:

“Miss Mabui is very well-informed. Konoha does have some clues about the New Akatsuki's misuse of forbidden techniques. However, what happened in Takigakure was Orochimaru's personal behavior. He has been labeled a rogue ninja, and whatever he does has nothing to do with Konoha.”

"Hmph, isn't that your Second Hokage's forbidden technique?"

The Fourth Raikage couldn't help but say.

Who doesn't know that the "Impure World Reincarnation Technique" is the work of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju?

He developed this forbidden technique that desecrated the dead and even used it on the battlefield.

It was only because it was so heinous that it was banned.

Orochimaru stole the forbidden technique sealed in Konoha.

Kiyoshi said.

"Does the use of some kind of magic mean that others are also implicated?"

Kiyoshi chuckled lightly.

He raised his left hand, where a pale blue arc of electricity swirled, like a laser.

Storm escape!

Kiyoshi used a technique that was a mixture of "Lightning" and "Water" chakra.

Lightning alone cannot be freely controlled, but with the addition of the "water" attribute, the technique can flow as freely as water, and the lightning becomes a laser whose direction and angle can be freely controlled.

Kiyoshi raised his right hand again, revealing jet-black arcs of electricity that crackled and popped.

Black Thunder!

"Then what am I, who uses these two techniques?"

Kiyoshi said.

Both "Storm Release" and black lightning are actually signature ninjutsu of Kumogakure.

Kiyoshi's black lightning initially mostly came from the Third Raikage.

Later, Kiyoshi innovated and continuously improved upon his style, transforming it into a uniquely personal style of lightning release.

"Humph!"

The Fourth Raikage's expression was not good.

He himself did not inherit the black lightning from his father, the Third Raikage.

Currently, only Darui can use it in the entire Hidden Cloud Village.

During his imprisonment in Konoha, Darui was considered the most promising candidate to become the Fifth Raikage.

After his return, he continued to serve as the Raikage of Kumogakure.

"Don't get agitated, Raikage."

Mabuyi quickly replied.

Raikage usually has a fiery temper, and the Fourth Raikage is no exception.

If it weren't for the presence of Konoha behind him and Kiyoshi's formidable personal strength, Mabui felt that the Raikage would be about to make a decisive move.

"Let's talk about the deal with Konoha first."

Mabui spoke, took out several pages of a contract bound together, bent down and handed them to Kiyoshi.

In Qingsi, you can also see the distinctive ravines of the Mabuyi people.

To be honest, Kiyoshi has tasted many fruits.

However, I have never actually eaten the light brown fruit.

"Are you alright, Tsunade-sensei?"

Kiyoshi took it and looked at Tsunade beside him.

Tsunade seemed very confused; she became like this after hearing Kato Dan's information.

She didn't understand why Kato Dan had become a rogue ninja.

At the same time, he also felt guilty.

Because she remembered that she had kissed Kiyoshi a few days ago.

So... what should her relationship with Kato Dan be?

Although the two did not get married, nor did they formally establish any relationship, they did not engage in any actions that crossed the line.

But... what will Dan Kato think?

"I am fine."

Tsunade shook her head.

Kiyoshi reached out and took Tsunade's hand, stroking the back of her hand.

Upon seeing this, Tsunade felt a surge of warmth in her heart, knowing that Kiyoshi was comforting her.

But the more she felt this way, the more guilty she became.

She felt sorry for Kato Dan.

Because Kato Dan's image in her mind was indeed becoming increasingly blurred.

Instead, he became obsessed with Kiyoshi's figure, unable to extricate himself.

This wasn't something she could change; it was something that happened naturally, like water flowing into a channel.

After all, Kiyoshi actually spent much more time with her than Kato Dan did.

She became acquainted with Dan Kato after Dan Kato supported her medical ninja plan at the Jonin meeting.

Not long after, Kato Dan died in the Second Shinobi World War.

As for Kiyoshi, she could say that she watched him grow up from childhood and he accompanied her for more than ten or twenty years.

"uncle!"

Shizune was also very shocked when she heard the news.

But what shocked her even more was that Kiyoshi actually took Tsunade's hand without hesitation.

Such a surge of information almost overwhelmed my silent brain.

No, how did the relationship become so complicated?

Tsunade is her teacher, that is, her master, so what should she call Kiyoshi from now on?

"Ok?"

Uchiha Hikaru had never heard of the name Kato Dan before, and wondered why the expressions of the people around him had changed.

And why did Lord Kiyoshi suddenly hold that woman's hand?

Although the woman looked very young, the air about her gave Uchiha Hikaru the feeling of a mature woman.

He must be much older than Kiyoshi.

This left even the simple-minded Uchiha Hikaru confused.

Time passes quietly.

"That's it for today."

The Qing official presented the treaty to Mabuyi.

The above are nothing more than trade matters, as well as further exchanges on medical ninjutsu.

However, Tsunade is not in that condition right now, so Kiyoshi plans to talk about it again in a few days.

"Killer Bee, take the rest of you down there."

Mabuyi opened his mouth.

She subconsciously wanted Yugito to bring it, but then she remembered some past grievances between Yugito and Kiyoshi, so she gave up.

Kirabi nodded.

When facing Kiyoshi, he had absolutely no interest in rapping.

Killer Bee quickly led Kiyoshi forward, and the group arrived at a temporary residence.

The area is filled with buildings in the style of Kumogakure (Hidden Cloud Village). Looking up, thunderclouds are rolling in the sky, as if it's about to rain.

"I...I'm going back to rest now."

Tsunade seemed to be in a bad mood, so she went straight back to her room.

"Tsunade-sama..."

Jingyin called out, her face full of worry.

But there was nothing she could do.

Moreover, after learning that her uncle, Kato Dan, had become a rogue ninja, her thoughts were incredibly complex.

"You all should get some rest. I'm going to check on Tsunade-sensei."

Kiyoshi said.

"Please, Kiyoshi."

Shizune looked at Kiyoshi with a pleading expression.

Kiyoshi nodded and then entered Tsunade's room.