In Naruto, build the strongest Hidden Mist Village.

Chapter 147 Are Ninjas Used for This Kind of Thing?! Nationwide Education Plan

Kirigakure Village.

On either side of the old vehicle frame, Akatsuki members stood in rows, looking at the plaque in front of them, murmuring to themselves, exchanging glances, and it was not hard to see the expectation in their eyes.

Their experiences over the past few days have led them to regard this place as a potential beacon of truth.

These ninjas, burning with conviction, were ready to learn.

The same applies to Nagato.

After taking a deep look at the plaque, he looked away and surveyed his surroundings, while also speaking.

"Konan, keep a close eye on your surroundings. Senior Tree said he will stay at the entrance of Kirigakure."

"Yes."

Xiao Nan answered, looked around, and saw the crowded scene with a helpless expression.

Hidden among the dense crowd, she couldn't even find a gap through which light could pass.

Putting aside her search, Xiao Nan's heart stirred.

How bustling it is!

Is this still a ninja village?
The Land of Rain was one thing, but it was a closed, desolate, and isolated village, where merchants and travelers were not allowed to enter.

Other small countries are much the same.

It's Konoha.

Konan's face showed a look of reminiscence. When they were very young, their teacher Jiraiya had described Konoha.

At that time, they regarded it as paradise, and although they grew up and loathed the villages that waged war, it never stopped them from having beautiful dreams about those places.

But today.

Xiao Nan looked at everything before her and silently compared them.

Wuyin seems to be much more prosperous than those other places.

I wonder what the village is like.

"Senior Tree!"

Nagato's delighted cry pulled Konan back from her reverie.

Looking up, a masked figure squeezed through the gaps in the crowd.

Xiao Nan's face immediately lit up with a happy and relieved smile.

With Tree-senpai's arrival, the Akatsuki organization felt reassured.

"Senior Tree, where are we going now?"

Nagato, who is usually introverted, is always quite cheerful in front of Kaguya Naoki.

Although Kaguya Naoki didn't know the reason, he was genuinely happy about this change.

"Cover your face first."

Naoki Kaguya pointed at Nagato's pale purple pupils.

"You'd better watch your eyes. If Kaguya Naoki finds out, your life will be in danger."

"You should know that Kaguya Naoki is currently the most terrifying individual fighter in the world, and the closest to the god of the ninja world."

"I am no match for him, but a mere one-hit wonder."

"One round?"

Nagato silently swallowed, recalling the massive, sky-covering sun that shone when Tree-senpai unleashed its power.

Even someone like Senior Tree is no match for him, so adding him along doesn't seem like much.

Moreover, this is their stronghold, Mist Village.

The members of the Akatsuki organization immediately became cautious.

Even the curious glances became secretive, for fear of being arrested and imprisoned as spies.

"All right."

Kaguya Naoki watched as Nagato and Konan put on their masks one after the other before waving his hand and taking the lead at the head of the group.

"Let's go, everyone."

"Welcome to Kirigakure."

After crossing the sign for Hidden Mist Village and walking onto the wide main road, I saw an Earth Release ninja repairing the road. I had seen this scene many times before.

They understood that these repair missions were mostly completed by genin (lower-rank ninja), which led them to speculate that these missions should have been issued by Kirigakure as D-rank missions.

As for using ninjas to repair roads, it was quite an eye-opener for them, as they never knew ninjas could be used in this way.

But upon closer reflection, it seems far too extravagant.

"A glass of chilled juice, please."

This unfamiliar term immediately caught the attention of Nagato and the others. Before their eyes, a portly merchant entered a strangely styled shop.

In the very center of the shop sat a drowsy ninja wearing a Kirigakure headband. Sensing movement at the door, he looked up, grabbed a cup of red liquid, and a faint blue light emanated from his hand.

That's ice.

Nagato's Rinnegan was naturally able to detect the subtle changes on the surface of the juice, and he could see individual ice crystals forming.

This is chilled juice.

Use the bloodline limit of an Ice Release ninja to make juice.

What a waste!
Nagato shook his head, feeling that Kirigakure was not only not the legendary Blood Mist Village, but also gave him a sense of entertainment to the death.

but.

These thoughts completely vanished when he reached the entrance of the ice cream shop.

Even under the shadows, it was clear that the ninja was disabled.

Using the Ice Release bloodline limit, at least they can still make a living.

What a brilliant idea!
Nagato dismissed all her previous thoughts and her curiosity about Kaguya Naoki grew stronger.

He felt that all these changes must have a reason.

Ultimately, only those in power can accomplish all of this.

As the ruler of Kirigakure, Kaguya Naoki is the man most likely to complete all these reforms.

Just as he was thinking this, Senior Tree suddenly reached out and stopped the vehicle.

"It seems like the Mizukage of Kirigakure is announcing some important decision."

"It's troublesome."

Naoki Kaguya shook his head, prompting Nagato to ask a question.

"Senior Tree, what's the trouble?"

“Look around you.”

Nagato subconsciously tilted his head slightly, trying to find traces of the ninja on the roof. Finding nothing, he looked straight ahead, looking around, trying to identify the ninja.

At this moment, Xiao Nan suddenly realized.

"Look, those people from Kirigakure are probably all there to listen to the Mizukage's speech."

"Guessed it right."

Naoki Kaguya clapped his hands.

"I went to listen to Shuiying's lecture."

"Let's take a detour, settle you down as soon as possible, and then get Yahiko to the hospital immediately."

Nagato glanced at the high platform shrouded in mist, a hint of reluctance in his eyes; he was genuinely curious.

can.

Yahiko is more important.

The group made up their minds, turned the vehicle around, and tried to find some open windows to get to the hospital as quickly as possible.

but.

The densely packed city walls left them somewhat helpless.

and.

The Hidden Mist ninjas standing on the wall had already noticed these rebels.

If they were truly businessmen, they wouldn't be afraid of anything, but since they really have some problems, they wouldn't dare cause trouble at this time.

"Let's go back and listen to it."

Even Kaguya Naoki was somewhat helpless.

Nagato and Konan nodded and followed.

Since we've already waited so long, let Yahiko wait a little longer.

"Let me hear it too."

Yahiko, weakened by his injuries and barely able to speak, took the initiative to speak. He hadn't been completely asleep all this time; he had noticed and even envied the differences in Kirigakure.

"Then let's go together."

Nagato smiled, helped Yahiko up, and listened carefully.

A strange feeling arose in everyone's heart.

The Akatsuki organization is once again fighting for its ideals!
On the high platform, Naoki Kaguya's voice was clear and melodious.

"Next, we at Wuyin will implement a universal education program."

Upon hearing this, voices rose from the audience, but Kaguya Naoki continued to speak.

"Since acquiring great wealth, I feel that the ninja academy should no longer be a stage for ninja children; it should belong to more people."

More people?

Nagato frowned.

Ninjas are an elite profession that involves living on the edge of a knife; mediocre individuals will only become a burden on the battlefield.

He has come to realize this in recent days.

Why would Naoki Kaguya do such a thing?
"Those with high talent can receive elite combat training and become a true ninja."

"Those with average talent who are less likely to participate in war after graduation will also receive combat training."

"However, we cannot accept missions indiscriminately."

As Nagato listened to Kaguya Naoki outline the paths for those with varying levels of talent, he slowly nodded.

Then, he frowned again.

Can't I accept tasks at will?

But isn't the source of funding for the Ōmura ninjas simply taking on missions?
Now, isn't Kaguya Naoki cutting off his own source of income?

As expected, as soon as Kaguya Naoki finished speaking, the previously quiet crowd began to make noise.

Something's wrong?

Compared to Nagato, Yahiko was more concerned about the people of Kirigakure. He not only heard no complaints, but also heard their expectant anticipation as they awaited Kaguya Naoki's perfect solution. Good.
This kind of trust is truly terrifying.

They are probably even better than our Akatsuki organization.

The Akatsuki organization only had a few members, while Kirigakure had so many people. How could Kaguya Naoki still manage to do this?

Yahiko felt a deep sense of emotion and straightened his body with effort.

He decided.

If I am fortunate enough to have my legs healed, I will definitely try my best to learn how Kaguya Naoki did it!

Just as he clenched his fist, Yu Guangzhong saw Kaguya Naoki pressing down with both hands, and quickly perked up.

As expected, as soon as Naoki Kaguya gestured, the previously noisy crowd immediately fell silent.

"I'm sure everyone in Kirigakure is aware of our trade routes and port plans."

The crowd nodded in unison; even those who didn't know much about the Akatsuki could vaguely guess what was going on.

After all, the unique trade routes of the Water Kingdom were still fresh in their minds.

"Therefore, I have decided to assign these children, whose talents are average and who are unlikely to truly grow into ninjas, to positions that do not require high-level ninja power, in order to maintain peace."

“Those with slightly less talent but still mediocre abilities will become engineering ninjas based on their chakra attributes.”

"Do some tiring engineering work."

Naoki Kaguya smiled.

"However, it's still the salary for a D-rank mission. Although it's nothing compared to what a ninja earns, it's still..."

The sound still lingered in the air above the misty place, but it had been completely drowned out by the civilians who could no longer suppress their emotions.

Perhaps the ninjas didn't understand, perhaps the powerful clans didn't understand, but the common people did!
They certainly understood what this meant!
Ninjas are paid many times more than ordinary civilians. Even many ordinary merchants earn less than the ninjas who take on missions.

Money is very important.

But there is one more thing that is also very important.

In this cruel world, everyone in Kirigakure yearns for power.

Only ninjas can satisfy their thirst for power!
Power is everything!
Even the future brought back by mediocre people is something they cannot imagine.

This extreme emotion brought a profound shock to everyone in the Akatsuki organization!

Cheers and shouts filled the streets and alleys, and the deafening roar of cheers was deafening.

Nagato couldn't help but raise her head.

The sun hangs high, the sky is filled with rosy clouds, a towering platform gleams in the sunlight, and the clouds on the horizon are arranged neatly like fish scales. At the center of all this is Naoki Kaguya!
Is this the power of people uniting their hearts?
Yahiko gripped the blanket tightly, then heard heart-wrenching shouts.

"Mizukage-sama!"

"Mizukage-sama!"

The waves surged, penetrating deep into their hearts. At the heart of the tide, the Akatsuki members' faces were flushed yet pale.

In any case, they have made their decision.

Stay here!
They, the Akatsuki, stayed here to see how Kaguya Naoki did it, and to see what the Mizukage would do next.

This is the embodiment of their ideals; this is everything they dream of.

"Let's go."

Seeing that the crowd was beginning to disperse, and noticing the various emotions stirred up by his speech among the Akatsuki members, Kaguya Naoki simply said...

"Take advantage of this time to treat your leg injury so you can continue pursuing your dreams."

"Yes, Tree Senior."

The Akatsuki members snapped out of their daze, quickly tidied themselves up, and rushed to the hospital.

At that moment, Kaguya Naoki deliberately slowed his pace and walked to Nagato's side.

"You admire Naoki Kaguya?"

Nagato hesitated slightly, nodded, then shook his head.

Naoki Kaguya smiled.

"Nagato, you should know that worship is always the furthest distance from understanding."

"Since you've chosen to learn from him, you need to find something that truly understands him."

Nagato paused, as if he had realized something.
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"I'm still as excited as ever."

Hozuki Mangetsu looked at the scene outside and sighed deeply.

Zabuza snorted coldly, without saying anything more.

Kisame nodded in agreement.

Of course, in the end, the three of them couldn't help but glance at Uchiha Shisui's face, feigning indifference.

Even after spending so much time together, they have come to trust Zhishui quite a bit, but what if something goes wrong?
"So this is Lord Naoki."

Shisui looked at the scene before him with longing in his eyes. Noticing his companion's gaze, he quickly spoke up.

However, although his doubts were not dispelled, it was still his true thought.

Konoha has never seen such a scene before.

The Third Hokage was no good, and Shimura Danzo was even worse.

A new era has finally arrived, and the fallen leaves will only become decaying, withered branches and fallen leaves.

For the sake of the family, for everyone's future, let's try our best to gain a foothold here, Shisui!
"Everyone."

"When will we be able to appear on a real battlefield as members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist?"

Thinking about how to gain a foothold, Shisui couldn't help but ask a question.

Hozuki Mangetsu frowned.

He also wanted to ask this question, since they hadn't had any new missions since returning from the Sand Village battlefield.

Learn the Flying Thunder God Technique.

They're not geniuses like Naoki-sama, so how could they be so fast?

"Wait, then."

Kisame casually tossed his Samehada, which was already showing signs of bloodlust, behind him.

"I suspect that Lord Naoki will be giving us a mission soon."

"At that time, the Konoha brats will appear in the world wearing our Kirigakure headbands."

Zabuza grunted twice, and Shisui lowered his head before touching his headband and raising it firmly.

Lord Minato taught him.

Now that you've made your choice, you must stay steadfast and keep going!

(End of this chapter)