172Mei Terumi: I really shouldn't have done that.AI Model: gemini-2.5-flashChapter 172 Terumi Mei: I really shouldn't have done that
"Recently, I had another idea, and I plan to seek Tsunade's cooperation once her anger subsides."
Orochimaru's eyes gleamed, "I plan to try the method I saw Ōtsutsuki Urashiki use last time."
What method?
Nara Shikaku was bewildered, and Naruto was also a bit curious.
Ōtsutsuki Urashiki, that was on the battlefield, what did he do?
"I saw him absorb Ninjutsu and even reflect it back. The most amazing thing was the pellets he pulled out of his fish basket, which significantly boosted his abilities when eaten."
"The Akimichi Clan also has a similar ability. So, can mechanical objects do it? Can other people do it?"
Orochimaru spoke eloquently, "It just so happens that Tsunade and I can combine our strengths."
Naruto finally exhaled a long breath, "Speaking of which, you have so many research projects."
"Of course, I'm not afraid of danger anyway."
Orochimaru said nonchalantly, "If there's danger, a Shadow Clone can solve it. If my main body is really needed, I'll just find someone; it's quite simple."
"Alright, that's very Orochimaru."
Naruto didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
However, it was precisely because of Orochimaru's existence that Konoha Village gained many strange and wonderful things.
He now believed that the scraps researched by these scientists and research institutes could indeed benefit the common people.
Thinking of the country that became a great power in less than a century in his previous life, Narutofelt a sense of awe.
They were all a group of lovely people.
"I'm just a common man."
Naruto stared at the intelligence on the computer, his voice cold, "According to this photo, search secretly, and there might be a surprise."
Danger must be nipped in the bud. Currently, the most difficult problem is the Kara.
Since they have been discovered and there are photos, there's no harm in trying.
Perhaps there will be a surprise, right?
Orochimaru and Nara Shikaku highly approved of Naruto's approach.
As for 'alerting the enemy,' it was not an issue for Naruto's current abilities.
He could completely crush them openly and honestly.
They couldn't just let them develop, that would be too foolish.
Naruto also had his own little scheme.
How old was Amado's daughter again?
He was only 13 years old now; had Amado's daughter been born yet?
However, seeing him with Jigen, it seemed she had been born and something had happened to her.
What about Kawaki?
He shouldn't have been born yet.
"How old was I in that world again? I think it was 32."
He vaguely heard Future Sasuke casually mention it.
What about Boruto?
According to the timeline, Kawaki definitely hadn't been born yet, and those artificial humans might not even exist.
Oh, right.
There was also Ao from Hidden Mist Village, who was crippled in the Fourth Shinobi World War and was lured into joining the Kara.
Moreover, Kara's researchers were spread throughout the entire Ninja World.
At that time, the Kara was definitely at the peak of technology; other countries simply couldn't compare.
"Tsk, it's still impressive."
Thinking of this, Naruto sighed, encouraged Nara Shikaku again, and then gracefully left the office.
Orochimaru also parted ways with him.
"It seems I have nothing to do again."
Orochimaru had already gone to find Tsunade, preparing to research whether Ashura's Chakracould be separated and taken away.
Nara Shikaku was also doing preparatory work.
He was the idlest person in the entire Village.
...
"This is Konoha Village, so prosperous!"
When the group, covered in dust, arrived at Konoha Village, they were astonished to find that all the information in their intel was completely different from what was before their eyes.
If the old Konoha Village was a Village, then the current one was a somewhat dilapidated town.
As for being somewhat dilapidated, that was also because not many years had passed since Narutotook office until now.
Even with Ninja present, it was impossible to transform a small Village into a complete behemoth in just a few years; a bit of dilapidation was quite normal.
No!
This wasn't dilapidation; these were nascent imperfections that would gradually be perfected with time.
"Lively, prosperous, full of vitality."
Mei Terumī sighed, "This is so much better than our Hidden Mist Village."
Chōjūrō stood by, helplessly complaining, "This is completely incomparable, alright?"
Although the Hidden Mist Village had improved over the years thanks to Mei Terumī's efforts, it was still not qualified to compare itself to the Konoha Village before them.
This was the place where Uzumaki Naruto, the Hokage, resided, and it would also be the most prosperous place in the future.
Ao stood silently to the side.
At this moment, he truly felt helpless to complain.
Really,
He had never seen a Mizukage like this.
You probably forgot what I have in my eye. Isn't coming to Konoha Village just walking into a trap?
And yet she still made him come. He was truly speechless.
Mei Terumī perhaps sensed Ao's unease, patted his shoulder, and comforted him, "Don't worry, I heard Tsunade is in the Village. Even if this eye has to be returned, it's fine. Let her perform surgery for you. Actually, a normal eye isn't a big problem, right?"
Ao: "..."
Thank you!
He was not comforted.
"Welcome, welcome! I am the elite Jonin of the Land of Fire's Konoha Village, Kisame Hoshigaki, here to greet you this time."
Mei Terumī: "..."
Ao: "..."
Chōjūrō: "..."
The three looked at Kisame Hoshigaki with complicated expressions.
They knew he was a Ninja from the Land of Fire's Konoha Village, and an elite Jonin at that. He didn't need to emphasize it so much.
He was even gritting his teeth.
Mei Terumī raised an eyebrow, her voice gentle as water, "Don't worry, we will forget your shameful Hidden Mist Village past and Akatsuki Organization experience."
There was a hint of gritting teeth in her words.
Kisame Hoshigaki gave a simple-minded smile, "Mei Terumī, come with me."
Mei Terumī nodded, following Kisame Hoshigaki, constantly observing the suitor with whom she frequently exchanged letters.
She hadn't felt it before, but during the last great war, she had started to find him more agreeable.
Look at those teeth; they must feel very comfortable to bite.
Hmm?
What am I thinking?
Mei Terumī was startled, then quietly moved a few steps away from Kisame Hoshigaki.
She shouldn't be thinking such dirty thoughts; it was truly improper.
Calm down!
I am a good woman, and this is Konoha Village. I must maintain the Mizukage's dignity and authority; I cannot be a lovesick fool.
Mei Terumī's face showed a hint of dignity and solemnity.
Kisame Hoshigaki was baffled.
Ao and Chōjūrō exchanged glances, smiled helplessly, and both put a hand to their foreheads.
There's no hope for her.
"You will stay here for the night. We will inform the Daimyo."
After settling Mei Terumī, Kisame Hoshigaki went to the Hokage Office and informed Nara Shikaku.
Nara Shikaku narrowed his eyes and nodded.
Mei Terumī's arrival meant they were about to begin a new chapter.
"If we can achieve it without shedding blood, that would be good too."
Nara Shikaku thought of Naruto.
Indeed, he was undeniably strong and ambitious.
However, it was still a bit uncertain. He would wait for the people from Hidden Cloud Village to arrive, then let Naruto demonstrate his power again.
Only then could they truly be intimidated.
"In a world where all great power belongs to oneself, only strength is the eternal theme."
In his mind, he recalled Naruto's resolute words...