blogombal Chapter 33 Ambition, the Raikage's Lightning Release Ninjutsu
Chapter 33 Ambition, the Raikage's Lightning Release Ninjutsu
"Impossible! You're extorting me!" Without a second thought, Raikage angrily refused. His tiger-like eyes flashed with a murderous ruthlessness as he stared intently at Ishikawa, his fists clenched so tightly they seemed about to explode!
One billion taels? Does this kid even have a concept of money? That's almost a year's military budget for the Hidden Cloud Village...
And Tsunade, is he crazy or is she crazy?! She actually dares to ask for an exorbitant consultation fee. Is the Raikage's head really that valuable??
"Can't afford the consultation fee and still acting so aggressive? Do you think Konoha is a charity? Don't forget we're enemies." Ishikawa gritted his teeth and said, his face hardening, as he was targeted by the Raikage. He immediately turned around and gestured for Tsunade and Kakashi to leave.
Ask for an exorbitant price, then negotiate on the spot.
A billion might be a bit much, but he didn't believe the Raikage would really dare to sacrifice himself.
At this time, the Hidden Cloud Village had recovered from the three wars and seemed to be at its zenith, but in reality, it was all bark and no bite.
Apart from the Fourth Raikage and Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, the village has no other Kage-level ninjas to speak of.
Therefore, even if it offends the Raikage, Ishikawa has to squeeze every last drop out of Kumogakure so that Tsunade can gain real benefits, and he cannot refuse his subsequent requests.
[Fortune favors the bold! Do you know how hard it was for me to become stronger? I'm so envious of those protagonists with system-based stories; even though they're illogical and commonplace, it's so satisfying...]
"Wait!!" Just as Ishikawa was sighing in exhaustion, Amai from Kumogakure suddenly shouted from behind.
This made Tsunade and Kakashi, who were about to speak, shut up at the same time, and they looked up with a sudden thought.
“Ten billion taels is absolutely impossible, but if it’s for a consultation fee, we can continue to talk…” Amai quickly spoke up to stabilize the situation, then looked at the Fourth Raikage with a slightly pleading expression. “Lord Raikage, Kumogakure cannot lose you.”
The Raikage was certainly aware of the situation in Kumogakure, but continuing the discussion would only be a matter of how much money was involved, and such a solution was not in line with his style.
Suddenly, a fierce glint flashed in the Raikage's eyes, showing no sign of weakness. "If you want to start a war between Kumogakure and Konoha, feel free to try."
"Threate me? That's a despicable tactic!" Tsunade sneered, her eyes filled with mockery. "Konoha has never been afraid of war, but before that, you will be the one who dies."
"Lady Tsunade is right. Besides, without the Raikage, it's uncertain whether Kumogakure will even be able to declare war on Konoha! After all, your sworn enemy, Iwagakure, won't let such a golden opportunity slip by." Kakashi followed closely, completely disregarding the Raikage's threat.
Following the Third Shinobi World War, the five great nations had reached a very delicate balance of power. If Konoha and Kumogakure were to go to war, it would inevitably trigger a chain reaction, leading to the Fourth Shinobi World War.
He believed that unless the Cloud Village was stupid, they wouldn't risk starting a war. Who knew who would fall first in the end!
Most importantly, he cannot afford to be cowardly and let the Raikage see through Konoha's true strength, thus bringing a real war crisis to the village.
"You guys, don't go too far..."
Seeing that Tsunade and Kakashi remained unmoved, the Raikage was so angry that he almost vomited blood, but he was powerless to do anything about it.
His threats of war were merely verbal; he dared not actually wage war. Even if he were alive, let alone losing Kumogakure, there was no guarantee that Kumogakure would ultimately prevail in the war!
If the Hidden Cloud Village truly possessed that kind of strength, the previous Byakugan incident wouldn't have ended so abruptly; instead, it would have become an excuse for the Hidden Cloud Village to wage war against the Hidden Leaf Village.
"Excessive? You went too far first! You resort to force when you can beat us, but when you can't, you expect us to reason with you? There's no such thing as a free lunch." Ishikawa sneered repeatedly, then quickly leaned close to Kakashi's ear.
"Teacher, let's not talk about the amount of money for now. We must get that Lightning Release secret technique from the Raikage. I want to learn that ninjutsu."
Kakashi's pupils contracted instantly, his eyes showing surprise. "Ishikawa, I suddenly realize I underestimated you! I didn't expect you to be so bold as to covet the Cloud Village's Lightning Release technique."
"Don't you want to have the speed and power that the Raikage just displayed, teacher? I happen to have lightning chakra, and with that secret technique, I'm confident I can be as strong as the Raikage!" Ishikawa rolled his eyes, making no attempt to hide his ambition and confidence.
This is a Lightning Release secret technique that directly reaches the Kage level. Moreover, with this, he can stimulate his nervous system to learn and use Kakashi's Chidori, as well as a whole package of Chidori derivative ninjutsu.
Concealing his abilities? Concealing them at this moment would be idiotic. With the doorknob as a help, he'd be a fool not to seize such a golden opportunity…
"Pretty confident, kid." Tsunade chuckled, looking at Ishikawa as if he were an idiot.
As strong as the Raikage? Are you kidding me! Do you really think learning that secret technique will make you the second Raikage?!
Naive idea...
Of all the ninjas in Kumogakure who have mastered this secret technique, only the Third Raikage and the Fourth Raikage, to her knowledge, have reached this level.
"Even if it's wishful thinking, it seems like an opportunity!" Suddenly, Tsunade smiled and looked at the Raikage.
"One billion or five billion ryo, plus your Lightning Release ninjutsu and taijutsu. No bargaining." Tsunade cut to the chase, her tone leaving no room for negotiation. "If you don't agree, then while you still have time, go back and prepare for your funeral to decide on the Fifth Raikage!"
"Tsunade, you..." The Fourth Raikage was instantly enraged and immediately tried to refuse.
But as soon as he spoke, his subordinate Amai stepped forward and stopped him with a look. "Lord Raikage, it seems there's no room for negotiation! Your Lightning Release Armor has probably already been copied by Kakashi's Sharingan. Why don't you agree to their request first?"
“Amai…” Upon hearing this suggestion, Lei Ying glared angrily! But when he saw the pleading and hint in Amai’s eyes, he suppressed his raging anger with grief and indignation.
Although he didn't know what Amai's plans were, he had to make compromises for the sake of the village.
"I can give you the Lightning Release Secret Technique now. I will go back to the village to prepare the 500 million taels! Now, after you get the scroll, please treat Lord Raikage first." Seeing the Raikage nod in agreement, Amai slowly turned around and spoke in a humiliating manner.
As they spoke, Amai reached out and took the secret technique scroll that Raikage had taken out, then tossed it to him.
"Very good, I hope you won't try anything underhanded in the deal!" Tsunade nodded with satisfaction, her words carrying a hidden meaning.
Kakashi, standing nearby, casually took the scroll and quickly opened it for a thorough examination. Although his Sharingan had already roughly copied it, nothing beats the direct visualization provided by a secret technique scroll.
Meanwhile, Ishikawa, standing nearby, looked at the scroll in Kakashi's hand with wide-eyed delight. He hadn't expected things to go so smoothly; he had actually obtained the Cloud Village's Lightning Release technique.
In an instant, Ishikawa seemed to see a broad road beneath his feet, raging with lightning, leading straight to the future.
This could be a blockbuster film...