Naruto: The Abstract Strategist of the Akatsuki

Chapter 71 Temari: No!

Having received the promise of the last thing he wanted, Bai Mo left the Four Purple Flame Formation with satisfaction.

"Sister Xiao Nan, we're done. You can let Qinglong, who's waiting outside the village, come now."

"Mizukage and Tsuchikage, you can just help clean up the area."

After giving his instructions, Bai Mo headed in the direction where Gaara had broken through the barrier and left.

I wonder if Gaara has been successfully persuaded by Naruto's talk-no-jutsu yet.

on the roof.

Mei Terumi and Kurotsuchi watched the play for quite some time.

Although they stood conspicuously on the high ground, the forces present all tacitly fought their own battles without disturbing them.

There wasn't even anyone nearby.

They were afraid that if they weren't careful, the two of them would end up helping the other side fight.

After hearing Bai Mo's words, the two exchanged a glance.

"Mizukage, I'm leaving this to you. I haven't been a kage for long, and my strength is still somewhat lacking... Anyway, I'll take my leave now."

After saying that, Heitu flew away in the Light and Heavy Rock.

She was only half telling the truth.

Kurotsuchi's current strength, and even her future strength, is far inferior to Mei Terumi's.

However, she didn't run away because of her strength. She overheard Bai Mo and Xiao Nan talking and knew that Deidara was coming, so she went to join in the fun and watch the show.

"Sigh, I'm the only one left. They started something and then abandoned me."

Mei Terumi sighed softly, casually forming a hand seal, and a water column spewed from her mouth, landing on the streets of Konoha. The surging water swept away swarms of ninjas.

As for whether she took any Konoha ninjas with her, that's not her fault.

Wide-range ninjutsu is an indiscriminate attack; the fact that she didn't use Lava Release or Boil Release already shows that she was holding back.

"Well done, Mizukage! Keep it up! Keep it up!"

The First Hokage watched Mei Terumi's antics from inside the Four Purple Flame Formation, waving his arms happily and acting as a cheerleader.

"..."

Mei Terumi turned her head and looked over, instantly exasperated.

She's here all alone, spraying water, while a bunch of old men, perverts, and dead people are the audience inside a huge enclosure.

The second generation sat on the ground, watching his older brother gesticulate wildly, feeling that Konoha had completely lost face.

"That Jiraiya guy, it's one thing for us to be stuck inside, but what are you doing standing around watching instead of helping us out?"

The Second Hokage shouted at Jiraiya.

If you can't scold the big brother, can't you at least scold yourself?

"Uh, Second Hokage, I've already sent the toads of Mount Myōboku to provide support. I'm here to keep an eye on Orochimaru."

Jiraiya explained.

"Alright, monkey, come here, let's talk."

The second generation had completely given up and decided to give his disciples a few words of advice before remaining still and waiting for the Impure World Reincarnation to be lifted.

"teacher."

Hiruzen Sarutobi obediently walked over.

"Monkey, there's no problem with you keeping your promises, but you should also know what you should do as the Hokage of Konoha."

"Understood, teacher. Actually, some ninjas had already brought back some information before."

Hiruzen Sarutobi refers to Kakashi.

"Oh? That's good. Monkey, you must find out whether the enemy he mentioned actually exists, or whether he fabricated such an enemy to realize his own ambitions."

The second generation is currently feeling very heavy-hearted.

If what Bai Mo said is false, then someone like Bai Mo would be far too troublesome and terrifying as an enemy of Konoha.

If what Bai Mo said is true, then just how terrifying must an enemy be that requires such great effort from Bai Mo?

"Teacher, I understand. Orochimaru was right about one thing: the wind in Konoha had indeed stopped for a long time."

So after this is over, I plan to pass the Hokage position to either Jiraiya or Tsunade, one of them.

As soon as Hiruzen Sarutobi finished speaking, the Second Hokage glanced at Jiraiya outside and said, "Pass it on to Tsunade."

A street of folk customs, a street of short stories.

I've already seen the red-light district, but I haven't seen the one in Tanabata district yet, so at least there's still a glimmer of hope.

"Yes, yes, the Second Hokage is right! Old man, if you want to step down as Hokage, don't give it to me!"

Upon hearing their conversation, Jiraiya quickly chimed in, agreeing with the Second Hokage's words.

Just kidding, he doesn't want to go from writing "pajipaji" every day to writing "read" every day.

The only allure of inheriting the Hokage title for him was Hiruzen Sarutobi's crystal ball and telescope technique, which allowed him to spy on others.

If he had known there was no danger in Konoha, he wouldn't have come back.

"However, Sarutobi, if Tsunade shows no signs of returning this time, then let's pass it on to Jiraiya."

The second generation shifted their narrative.

"what?"

Jiraiya was momentarily stunned by the sudden change of heart.

"Um."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded solemnly.

If Tsunade shows absolutely no sign of returning, it means she has changed and no longer cares about Konoha. Such a person should never be allowed to become Hokage.

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In the woods.

Naruto is engaged in a fierce battle with Gaara, who has transformed into a full-fledged tailed beast, or rather, young Shukaku.

Sakura is taking care of Sasuke, who has used up all his chakra after using two Chidori attacks.

Temari watched the match from a hidden spot on a tree branch.

We are now at the most intense stage.

Naruto used Multiple Shadow Clone Technique to charge towards Gaara.

The shadow clones were repeatedly destroyed.

Gaara was still driven mad, but after the battle just now, he realized that what Kankuro had told him earlier was a lie.

Konoha ninjas don't have the habit of staring at buttocks.

Gaara relentlessly swung his claws, shattering Naruto's charging clones. He now only wanted to immerse himself in the slaughter; he was no longer afraid, no longer...

"Take this! This is the secret taijutsu technique of Konoha, taught to me by Kakashi-sensei—Thousand Years of Death!!!"

Suddenly, a passionate voice came from behind.

Naruto's real body, under the cover of shadow clones, had somehow appeared behind him!

And there's Kakashi, whom he mentioned, and that Thousand Years of Death!

Oh no!

Gaara, who had neglected his siblings for a long time, suddenly regretted not listening to his brother Kankuro's advice.

Temari, who was secretly watching the game, witnessed this scene, and her expression changed in countless ways.

She felt a mix of shyness as a girl, disdain for the Konoha ninjas, and concern for Gaara.

"But this Naruto Uzumaki doesn't know Lightning Blade, he should be alright, right?"

Temari, aware of Gaara's defense, muttered to herself.

Gaara had also thought of this, but as someone who experienced it firsthand, he only felt a cold sensation in his buttocks.

This is the texture of a kunai!

Wait, why do I have a fever?

boom! ! !

Gaara's butt exploded.

That inherently evil fox demon even put explosive tags on it!!!

Upon seeing this, Temari froze completely.

"Luckily I made it in time. I'll take a picture of this iconic scene and use it as a gift when he takes office as Kazekage."

A voice rang out from behind Temari.

"Don't poke my butt!!!!"

Temari, like a frightened bird, jumped in terror onto a nearby tree to protect herself.

Only after realizing that it wasn't a Konoha ninja but Bai Mo did they breathe a slight sigh of relief.

Bai Mo, who had just finished taking photos, was covered in black lines after holding the camera.

Who's going to poke your butt?

Don't slander someone's innocence out of thin air.