"Those who awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan are bound to be extreme individuals. There's no need for you to be so surprised," Natsume said calmly, noticing Orochimaru's expression.
The same was true for Shisui Uchiha.
As a member of the Uchiha clan, being able to maintain a gentle personality was also a form of extremism, wasn't it?
"Even if it's true, Itachi Uchiha won't cooperate with me," Orochimaru sneered mockingly. "I once threatened him with Sasuke. He doesn't recognize me as his teacher anymore."
"You don't understand Itachi Uchiha," Natsume said firmly. "He'd do anything for Konoha."
He even prepared Kotoamatsukami[b]Kotoamatsukami[/b] for his beloved younger brother, Sasuke Uchiha.
If Sasuke ever betrayed Konoha, he'd forcefully correct him.
"In his eyes, you and Tanzō Shimura belong to the dark side of Konoha," Natsume continued. "He'll hate you, but he won't kill you because it would weaken Konoha. After all, where there's fire, there's shadow. He just thinks you're indispensable."
"What an idiot!" Orochimaru gave a cold laugh. "The Will of Fire is indeed a good thing."
"Now that we've talked about the reward, let's discuss the price," Natsume changed the subject and casually tossed a small note to him. "Tell Tanzō Shimura about this and say that you'll definitely support him as Hokage."
Orochimaru glanced at the note and immediately licked his lips.
This was interesting.
Did this guy have a deal with Tanzō Shimura?
Before he could ask, Natsume had vanished.
Unlike the previous times, there was a faint Chakra fluctuation this time.
Orochimaru was slightly startled, and then his expression changed.
It was the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
He actually learned it in such a short time?
Thinking that he still hadn't awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan, killing intent flashed in Orochimaru's eyes.
Standing on the street in Konoha, Natsume tilted his head.
What should he do?
In the past, he'd always been practicing the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
But now that he didn't need to, he felt at a loose end.
Tsunade was working in the Hokage Building, so it wasn't convenient to disturb her.
He'd wait until she became Hokage and then stir things up.
It'll definitely be a lot of fun!
Should he practice that famous line of Tanzō Shimura's?
"Tsunade, you'll regret it!"
Natsume stroked his chin, already picturing the amusing scene.
As for how to deal with Tanzō Shimura?
Maybe he should make him defect.
Natsume had a sudden inspiration and thought it would be great fun.
Suddenly, he stopped walking, and many images flashed through his mind.
It was the return of his Kage Clone.
After successfully mastering the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b], he'd sent his Kage Clone to various places to plant Kunai or Shuriken engraved with the Flying Thunder God Technique formula.
This was the farthest one, in the Land of Water and Kiri.
The consumption of the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] is determined by distance, weight, and volume. That is to say, the farther, heavier, and larger the target is, the more Chakra is required.
This was why the first requirement for practicing the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] was that the user had a large amount of Chakra.
It's to prevent you from overestimating your abilities and teleporting too far and dying on the way.
Let's elaborate on the first two owners of the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
Needless to say, Tobirama Senju, a member of the Senju clan, had so much Chakra that he couldn't use it all up.
Minato Namikaze, although from a commoner background, also had a fair amount of Chakra.
This could be seen from his ability to practice Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b].
Moreover, during the Nine - Tails Incident[b]Nine - Tails Incident[/b], he used the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] to transfer a Tailed Beast Ball[b]Tailed Beast Ball[/b].
If he didn't have enough Chakra, would he dare to do such a thing?
With the help of Ena Uzumaki and his own training, Natsume's current Chakra far exceeded that of an ordinary Jonin.
Moreover, he had the First Hokage's necklace[b]First Hokage's necklace[/b], which was like a power bank.
If all else failed, he could temporarily switch to the Sage Body[b]Sage Body[/b].
In short, there was no need to worry about Chakra consumption.
Natsume thought for a moment. It had been a long time since he last saw Mei Terumī. He wondered how she was doing now.
He found a deserted place.
He activated the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
Of course, he didn't go directly to Kiri.
Because his sensor range wasn't that wide.
If he couldn't sense the mark, he couldn't trigger the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
Minato Namikaze, known as the fastest man in the ninja world[b]ninja world[/b], always seemed to be a step late at critical moments.
Actually, it was understandable.
The Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] had its limits.
Unless one had infinite Chakra and super - strong sensor abilities.
Even so, this jutsu was extremely powerful.
After several teleportations, Natsume finally arrived at Kiri.
He took a deep breath. Most of the Chakra in his body had been consumed.
But it had to be said that the speed was amazing. A journey that would take several days could be completed in less than a minute.
At the Mizukage Building[b]Mizukage Building[/b].
Mei Terumī clenched her fists. Finally, she couldn't hold back and punched the table, which was far from ladylike.
"These bastards! They keep dragging their feet on the fund allocation!"
After the change of the Mizukage[b]Mizukage[/b], Kiri had been damaged by the Tailed Beast Ball[b]Tailed Beast Ball[/b] and was facing reconstruction.
But they had no money.
So they had to ask the Water Daimyo[b]Water Daimyo[/b] for funds.
However, this year's normal allocation had already been completed at the beginning of the year, and now it was an extra one.
The Land of Water[b]Land of Water[/b] was immediately reluctant.
Moreover, Kiri was asking for a relatively large amount of money.
With this kind of attitude, the fund allocation was postponed indefinitely.
A month had passed, and they hadn't received a single ryo.
"This isn't like you," a sudden voice made Mei Terumī start slightly. Then she realized it was Natsume.
She immediately tidied up the somewhat messy table and regained her dignity.
"Have you finished your business?"
This chapter isn't finished!
Before she even realized it, Mei Terumī's voice had become much softer.
"Almost," Natsume glanced at her hairstyle. It was still the curly waves he had braided for her. He couldn't help smiling and asked, "What are you angry about?"
"It's the Land of Water[b]Land of Water[/b]. The fund allocation hasn't arrived yet."
Mei Terumī paused for a moment. Suddenly, she remembered that Natsume had good relations with the Daimyo[b]Daimyo[/b] and the nobles, so she asked, "Can you urge them?"
"It's difficult," Natsume sighed. "My relationship with the Land of Water[b]Land of Water[/b] is just a financial deal."
Hearing this, Mei Terumī's eyes dimmed a lot.
If Kiri didn't have money, the progress of reconstruction and development would surely be slowed down.
At this rate, even if she remained the Mizukage until her death, it would still be difficult for Kiri to catch up with Konoha Village.
"I have some spare money and can lend it to you," Natsume said with a smile on her lips.
Mei Terumī's eyes immediately lit up, but then a hesitant look crossed her face.
What's the price for this loan?
"How much can you lend?"
"Seven hundred million [Ryo]."
Natsume said it nonchalantly.
Mei Terumī's heart skipped a beat.
In her eyes, Natsume seemed to be glowing with a golden aura.
So dazzling.
Seven hundred million [Ryo] was definitely not a small amount.
Even the well - known super - strong warriors from the Five Great Villages could hardly get a bounty of over one hundred million [Ryo] on the black market.
A bounty of tens of millions [Ryo] was already quite good.
Seven hundred million [Ryo] would be enough for Kiri to get through the most difficult period.
At this moment, Mei Terumī even thought about quitting being a ninja and going into business.
Of course, as the Mizukage, she quickly regained her composure.
Seven hundred million [Ryo] sounded great, but the interest alone would be a killer.
"What's the interest or the condition?" Mei Terumī asked calmly.
"Well, didn't you promise to work for me for a year before? How about adding another year and a half to that?" Natsume asked with a smile, admiring the air of a Mizukage that suddenly emerged from her.
Mei Terumī looked surprised.
Why was it this condition again?
She felt something strange.
Could he be...?
Mei Terumī quickly dismissed the inappropriate thought. After pondering for a moment, she said, "Okay. But I have an additional condition. You can't ask me to do anything that's bad for Kiri."
"Of course."
Natsume never thought about it anyway.
His plan was quite simple: to have her work for him for two and a half years, which would be enough for her to become an excellent idol.
Hearing this, Mei Terumī let out a sigh of relief.
In this case, working for him for two and a half years was really a huge bargain.
He not only helped them drive away the mysterious masked man but also provided an interest - free loan of seven hundred million [Ryo] for Kiri.
Mei Terumī thought secretly that if she weren't the Mizukage, she'd really like to be honest with him and make friends, instead of being on guard like now.
But how could she pay back the seven hundred million [Ryo]?
The ninth update
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