After finalizing the deal with Natsume, Mei Terumī heaved a sigh of relief and reclined in the Mizukage's seat, crossing her fair and supple legs.
During this time, she'd been worrying about money daily. Now, she could finally relax a bit.
However, the predicament remained the same. After all, the seven hundred million ryō was borrowed and had to be repaid eventually.
Given Natsume's might, it'd be hard to renege on the debt.
Especially since there was a mysterious and powerful organization behind him.
If Mei Terumī hadn't been cornered by reality, she wouldn't have taken this approach.
Natsume leaned against the window, looking at her with a smile in his eyes.
Today, she was still wearing a blue dress.
"I want to ask a question."
Mei Terumī looked up, her emerald eyes full of curiosity and a hint of uneasiness. "You asked me to work for you for two and a half years. What exactly will I do?"
Although conditions had been set before, who knew if they'd be too extreme?
"I haven't decided yet."
Natsume waved his hand nonchalantly and said, "I'll let you know when the time is right."
"Okay."
Mei Terumī had to quell her unease and asked seriously, "The missions you posted have reached the required number. Where should we start?"
"About this, in a while, the people from my chamber of commerce will come. You just follow their instructions."
Natsume naturally wouldn't supervise the work personally.
With the backing of Kiri, they could handle any trouble that came their way.
It was simply hassle - free.
"Oh, there's one more thing."
Natsume remembered the Land of Whirlpools and asked, "I hope to bring the Land of Whirlpools under my control. Will there be any trouble?"
Upon hearing this, Mei Terumī was a bit taken aback, yet it also seemed reasonable.
After all, from a shipping perspective, taking over the Land of Whirlpools was indeed quite convenient.
"The present - day Land of Whirlpools is worthless. With the support of the Land of Water and Kiri, you won't face any problems."
Mei Terumī paused for a moment and then said, "The only thing to note is Konoha Village. They may react to this."
"Konoha Village is fine."
Natsume pointed his index finger skyward and said, "I've got someone in high places backing me up."
"…?"
Mei Terumī's heart skipped a beat. She let out a somewhat bewildered sigh and said, "You're really well - connected."
"Good health allows for more socializing, which means building connections."
Natsume said nonsense.
Actually, it wasn't utter nonsense. He relied on his good looks to live off women.
Konoha Village doesn't have the time to worry about the Land of Whirlpools right now.
By the time they react, Tsunade will be the Hokage.
He really had someone high up backing him up.
"Okay."
Natsume looked at her and asked, "Then, Lady Mizukage, can you accompany me to the Land of Whirlpools again?"
Mei Terumī was slightly taken aback and then recalled the feeling of being held by Natsume at the former site of Uzushio Village.
A twinge of bitterness welled up in her heart. She shifted her gaze to the papers on the table.
Logically, she doesn't have the time to go out at the moment.
Moreover, the mere Land of Whirlpools didn't call for her intervention.
"Sure."
Mei Terumī somehow assented. Then she looked up, her face cold and businesslike. "There must be appropriate compensation."
"I thought I could get a free mission from the previous deal," Natsume shrugged, saying regretfully.
"What I mean is..."
Mei Terumī suddenly felt a pang of unease and quickly said, "If you want to leave the village, you must have a mission."
It was a lie.
As the Mizukage, she didn't need to report her comings and goings.
Natsume didn't expose her and said, "Then I'll come again next time."
Mei Terumī was taken aback. "Next time?" She'd thought they'd head to the Land of Whirlpools today.
"By the way, I have a question," Natsume straddled the windowsill and asked. "Can you sing? Or is singing a killer?"
"Singing?"
A look of confusion appeared on Mei Terumī's face.
"Yeah, singing," Natsume confirmed again.
"I've never sung before," Mei Terumī looked at his non - joking expression and replied.
"Can you sing a song for me next time I come?" Natsume said, pushing his luck.
"...?"
Mei Terumī found it hard to maintain her calm expression.
Before she could answer, Natsume made the decision.
"That's settled then!"
Before his voice faded, he had disappeared.
Mei Terumī was stunned for a few seconds, then a blush slowly appeared on her face.
Why did she agree to such a condition?
Wait, I didn't agree.
But should she sing?
Mei Terumī was in a dilemma.
Natsume appeared at the Daimyo's Mansion in the Land of Waves using the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b].
Ena Uzumaki had become the president of the Thousand Sunny Merchant Guild.
Although she hadn't stood out too much, she hadn't made any mistakes either.
It was believed that she would do even better after some time.
Ena Uzumaki had known about the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] before, so she wasn't surprised to see him.
"What would you like to drink?"
She immediately stopped what she was doing and asked.
"Do you have black tea?"
Natsume asked, thinking of a meme.
"Yes," Ena Uzumaki opened the door. After a short while, she brought a cup of black tea.
But Natsume didn't take it.
"Wh... what's wrong?"
Ena Uzumaki thought she had done something wrong and asked nervously.
"The clothes are wrong. You have to wear a maid outfit," Natsume said seriously.
Ena Uzumaki was slightly stunned, then smiled helplessly.
After getting along for so long, she had realized that Natsume was actually a pervert.
All kinds of unexpected ideas were challenging her worldview.
"Oh!"
"Wait a moment," Ena Uzumaki put down the black tea and entered the room.
There was a side door behind her office for her convenience in handling work.
Soon, Ena Uzumaki reappeared in front of Natsume.
She was wearing the most classic black and white maid's dress, with long - sleeved gloves that covered her hands.
There was a bell around her neck, making a faint sound when she walked.
The black skirt reached her thighs, revealing her black thigh - high socks.
Ena Uzumaki held the skirt and curtsied gracefully, smiling slightly and calling out, "Master."
Natsume nodded in satisfaction, lay down on the sofa, and said, "Feed me the black tea."
"Yes, master."
Ena Uzumaki's eyes were glistening with a gentle light. She picked up the black tea, took a small sip, and then passed it to Natsume.
Half an hour had passed by the time they finished the cup of tea.
"Are you staying the night?"
Ena Uzumaki looked down at Natsume and massaged his forehead with both hands.
"What's up?"
Natsume was enjoying the lap pillow and found it a bit strange.
She had never invited him to stay overnight before.
"I've successfully completed the training of the Yin Seal[b]Yin Seal[/b]. I'd like you to check out my results, Master."
Ena Uzumaki blushed and quietly reached out to touch Natsume.
She lowered her snow - white neck and smiled shyly.
"It took me so long to master it. Maybe I'm not very talented. Please go easy on me, Master."
"We'll only know after a try."
Natsume curled the corners of his mouth and said.
Ena Uzumaki released the Yin Seal[b]Yin Seal[/b], and a large amount of Chakra was released.
At this moment, no matter what kind of injury she suffered, she would recover.
Natsume didn't hold back either. He took out his Sword of the Thunder God[b]Sword of the Thunder God[/b], infused it with Chakra, and went all out. Blood gushed from the wound.
But in less than a moment, the split wound healed again.
"The Yin Seal[b]Yin Seal[/b] really lives up to its reputation."
It was Natsume who ended up exhausting himself.
Chapter 10
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