"You're running pretty fast."
Natsume let out a soft chuckle.
Even in Sage Mode, he couldn't sense Obito Uchiha.
It only means that his position is no longer within the detectable range.
It had to be said that using Kamui to escape was truly a top-notch skill.
"Damn it!"
Ao suddenly shouted, "Everyone, retreat immediately!"
Natsume immediately turned his head to look.
Not far away, San was full of unstable Chakra, as if it was going to explode the next second.
Was the tailed beast going to self-destruct?
Natsume's expression turned solemn.
That Obito Uchiha was really a headache.
After Ao gave the order, the other Kiri Ninjas fled desperately.
Only Yuanshi and Mei Terumī remained in place.
They were forming hand seals, trying to minimize the damage.
But with the power of a tailed beast's self-destruction, they probably wouldn't survive.
Natsume didn't hesitate anymore.
Ao's Byakugan can't instantly dispel the Genjutsu.
But his Mangekyo Sharingan could.
Previously, he was worried about being noticed, but now no one cared about him.
Natsume immediately formed hand seals with both hands.
[Genjutsu: Release]
Yagura Karatachi suddenly trembled and regained consciousness.
Many things rushed into his mind.
His face showed a complex mix of shock, shame, and anger. It was like a rapid succession of images.
"Mizukage!"
Natsume shouted loudly, "Immediately control the Chakra in your body!"
Yagura snapped out of it, realized the problem, and quickly formed hand seals.
"The Genjutsu has been released!"
Ao shouted excitedly.
He thought it was his merit.
Mei Terumī was slightly stunned.
How did Natsume notice that the control was released earlier than Ao?
But now wasn't the time to think about this. She watched Yagura warily.
The chaotic Chakra was gradually being retracted.
Yagura stopped the self - destruction of the Three - Tails.
After all, he was a perfect Jinchuriki.
But the fact that he had been controlled was undeniable.
Thinking about how Kiri had almost been destroyed because of him over the years, Yagura seemed to age a lot all of a sudden.
"Lord Mizukage, are you awake?"
Yuanshi stepped forward with a cane and asked.
"I'm sorry, Elder Yuanshi."
Yagura said guiltily, "I'm no longer worthy of being the Mizukage. I've made too many mistakes."
"Those who do wrong must be punished."
Yuanshi played the role of the elder and said, "From today on, Mei Terumī will be the Mizukage. You will no longer interfere in the affairs of Kiri and wait for a new Jinchuriki to appear."
Although it was a bit hasty, it was indeed not suitable for Yagura to participate in the following things.
It would be better for Mei to take charge, and it would also help her build up her prestige and make a quick transition.
"I have no objections."
Yagura nodded.
Although he had been controlled, he hadn't lost consciousness, so he knew that Mei was indeed a qualified candidate.
Originally, there were many talented people among the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist, but he had forced them all onto the path of rebellion.
His sins are so grave that even if he were executed, they would be hard to wash away.
But since he was the Jinchuriki of the Three - Tails, this could only be put aside for the time being.
Hearing this, Mei was immediately surprised.
Although Mei Terumī knew she would become the Mizukage, she didn't anticipate that this day would arrive so swiftly.
At the age of twenty, she was undoubtedly the youngest Kage currently.
[Because of your actions, the destiny of Mei Terumī has changed. You have gained 100 destiny value points.]
[Because of your actions, the destiny of San Isobu has changed. You have gained 90 destiny value points.]
[Because of your actions, the destiny of Yagura Karatachi has changed. You have gained 90 destiny value points.]
[Because of your actions, the destiny of Yuanshi has changed. You have gained 49 destiny value points.]
[Because of your actions, the destiny of Ao has changed. You have gained 47 destiny value points.]
[Because of your actions, the destiny of Obito Uchiha has changed. You have gained 20 destiny value points.]
Hearing a series of prompt sounds, Natsume couldn't help smiling.
After waiting for a long time, the new Mizukage, Mei Terumī, finally had time to have a private conversation with him.
"Thanks for your help tonight."
"You're welcome. I've already got my reward."
Natsume was referring to the matter of Mei Terumī working for him for a year.
"Even so, our Kiri has taken a huge advantage."
Mei Terumī couldn't imagine how severely Kiri would have been hit if it weren't for Natsume.
In comparison, working for a year was truly a great bargain.
"The plan of your chamber of commerce to open new shipping lanes will continue after the Mizukage Building is rebuilt."
Mei Terumī showed her sincerity.
Although she thought there might be some problems behind the new shipping lanes, as Natsume said, he had already obtained the approval of the Land of Water.
Moreover, Kiri was in urgent need of money, so they couldn't afford to offend Natsume, this super-rich guy.
Who knew they might have to ask him for help later.
"No problem."
Natsume nodded and said, "In that case, I'll go back during this period."
Rebuilding the Mizukage Building and the nearby buildings would take at least a month.
There was no need for him to stay and wait.
"When will you leave?"
Mei Terumī didn't think there was anything wrong with it. Anyway, they would meet again.
"Tonight."
Natsume explained with a smile, "The earlier I leave, the earlier I'll be back."
He turned and walked outside.
"Wait."
Mei Terumī suddenly called out to him. She took a few steps forward and subconsciously swallowed.
"Can I see your real face?"
This part isn't over yet. More exciting stuff ahead!
"Do you really want to see it?"
Natsume stopped and said, "It's really ugly."
"It's okay."
Mei Terumī was really just on a whim. But for some reason, when she heard him say it was ugly, she felt an inexplicable sense of loss.
Natsume touched his mask and slowly took it off.
"You..."
Mei Terumī's eyes widened instantly. After a moment, she said softly, "You lied to me."
In an instant, she transformed from the imposing Mizukage into a somewhat pouting young girl.
"Because I wanted to see your reaction."
Natsume laughed and said, "It's quite interesting and cute."
This was the application of psychological expectation.
Lower it first, then raise it.
Mei Terumī shuddered and gave him a discontented look.
But when she caught his teasing look, she suddenly felt a jolt like an electric current.
It wasn't until Natsume had gone far away that she came to her senses and felt her heart pounding.
"What's this feeling?"
Mei Terumī murmured to herself.
Under the same night sky.
In a forest outside the Metropolis of the Land of Fire.
"Finally over," Asuma Sarutobi sighed as he took out a pack of cigarettes.
"Don't smoke," Tsunade glared at him and said, "There are so many good things to learn, but you have to learn to smoke from your father."
"Okay, I won't."
Asuma Sarutobi quickly put away the cigarettes and flashed an ingratiating smile.
He knew Tsunade's fiery temper.
Especially these days, it had gotten even more extreme.
Kazuma had a chance to escape, but she beat him so badly that he was barely recognizable.
The scene was so tragic that anyone who saw it would say just one word: miserable.
"Are you staying here as a guardian ninja or coming back to Konoha with me?"
Tsunade stirred the campfire and asked casually.
"Going back to Konoha," Asuma Sarutobi said in a deep voice, "I left because I had an argument with my father. I thought 'Tama' referred to the Daimyo, but he said I didn't understand what 'Tama' was."
The so - called "Tama" was a piece in shogi that decided the outcome, similar to the "General" in Chinese chess.
"Do you understand now?"
Tsunade looked up at his prematurely mature face and asked.
"After what happened with Kazuma, I've gained a lot of new insights. I think it refers to the present and the future," Asuma Sarutobi said with an enlightened look, "In the present, protect the people we love and our companions. In the future, protect the next generation."
Tsunade unconsciously glanced at the necklace on her chest.
What is my "Tama"?
After being separated from Natsume for so long, she finally understood that feelings could accumulate over time and distance.
She wanted to escape, but she couldn't.
Because one can't deceive their own heart.
"Whether it's the present or the future, my 'Tama' is you,"
At this moment, Tsunade was filled with determination.
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