Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage!

The person who found it most difficult to accept was naturally Rina herself.

Looking at her paralyzed puppet, she almost cried, but considering the current situation, she held back her tears and said, "This is not puppetry at all!"

Upon hearing this, Yamato retracted his puppet arm and looked at her strangely.

"I never said this was a puppet technique. Any technique or ninja tool can be used as long as it can defeat the enemy and is useful enough. Why should we be so particular about what it is?"

His words were very direct, and silenced everyone in the Sand Village.

Especially Rina.

She was originally very angry, thinking that a place like Konoha could not even be called a puppetry technique, but when she thought about it carefully, she realized that the other party had never said from the beginning to the end that he was going to demonstrate puppetry.

and.

Isn't puppetry used to kill enemies?

According to Yamato, there is indeed no problem.

"Hokage, this puppet... no, I think it's more like a special ninja tool. This ninja tool..."

Luo Sha really wanted to ask directly "How much is it?", but he forced himself to hold back the words.

There are children present!
It is not a good idea to talk about these materialistic things directly, and it will affect his image as the Kazekage.

but.

The Sand Village has so many puppet techniques, but they can't create one as powerful as Konoha's.

In comparison.

Konoha has been studying puppetry for a short time, and it has already reached such an incredible level.

and……

Their puppetry is completely different from that of the Sand Village and is indeed in another direction.

"It really is more like a ninja tool."

Tsunade didn't explain further, she just smiled and waved her hand to signal Yamato that he could leave.

Maki really wanted to shout at the other person.

however.

Thinking about his opponent's age, he realized that even if he defeated his opponent, it would not mean anything.

not to mention.

Speaking of puppets and ninja tools alone, the other party's creations are indeed superior to theirs.

That terrifying power...

what happened?

All the ninjas in the Sand Village were thinking and pondering. They couldn't figure out how Konoha could create such exquisite and powerful ninja tools.

Among them, the one with the most complicated emotions was naturally Luo Sha.

He still has a deal with Konoha that has not been finalized -

Exchange the mine for a puppet ninja tool.

Tsunade had not forced him to sign the contract before, and now it seemed that she was not afraid that he would not agree.

Rasa was in mixed feelings and didn't even have the heart to continue the tour, let alone know what Tsunade was talking about with his men.

After several minutes, he gradually came to his senses.

……

On the roof of a tall building in the distance.

"Is Luo Sha going to take the bait this time?"

"He is a cautious yet bold man. For just a ninja tool like this, he would definitely have to calculate carefully. But if it was a full-body puppet, he would agree."

Jingyan laughed.

The cell version of Hashirama will definitely not be sold outside, and even if it is sold outside, the Sand Village is actually unable to control such a powerful creation.

As for the normal version, they are still working on it, but the basic chakra focusing and strengthening patterns are very simple.

As long as you have the metal to make chakra armor, you can complete it.

When the Sand Village feels the benefits, we will sell the second version of puppet ninja tools to them...

Thinking of this, a bright smile appeared on his face.

"Is it certain that there is this kind of chakra metal in that area?"

"Yes, the intelligence ninja has sent back the news and confirmed that there are such resources there. The rest of the places are still being investigated."

Jingyan nodded.

"Good! Great!"

Mitomon En also smiled brightly.

According to Jing Yan, technology can be iterated and upgraded, and outdated and ancient technology will sooner or later be eliminated by more powerful ones.

but.

Resources are non-renewable.

Even if the Sand Village has magnetic escape technology and can mine large amounts of minerals, they will run out sooner or later.

By exchanging basic weapons technology for a valuable mine, Konoha will definitely make more money!

As for Konoha...

With more chakra metal, you can make more ninja tools like this.

Mitomon Yan thought of this and immediately said, "Kyohiko, don't forget to delay for a while, lest the Sand Village realizes the importance of minerals!"

"Already doing it."

Jingyan nodded slightly.

In the past, Mitomon En was indeed rather dim-witted in some areas.

But recently, since Mitomon Yan has been cooperating and learning from him in education, his mind has become more active, like an old tree coming back to life.

As for Sarutobi Hiruzen, he also got the most suitable position -

Ninjutsu research!

The study of spiritualism has recently begun to be implemented in the dark department, and all iterations will be completed in two months at most.

After that, you just need to continue to increase the number of members of the psychic beast family.

The research and manufacture of the Five Elements Puppet can greatly enhance Konoha's strength, and will be of great use in the future whether dealing with White Zetsu or the ninja armies of other ninja villages.

The power and efficiency generated by this kind of mutual coordination are definitely higher than the past war model of winning by quantity.

Now we just wait for the results!
……

In the Sarutobi clan's territory, Sarutobi Shinnosuke came back from outside and was surprised to see his mother Biwako and father Sarutobi Hiruzen at home.

"Dad is home every day recently?"

"Not every day."

Sarutobi Biwako was washing vegetables and couldn't help laughing.

?

Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked confused.

What's so funny about this?
He was on a mission recently, so he didn't know what was happening inside Konoha, and he didn't know that Sarutobi Hiruzen had just returned from a mission...

Sarutobi Biwako had a kind smile.

"Your father, after completing a research project given by Tsunade, went to see Tsunade happily, and came back with another research project."

"what?"

Upon hearing this, Sarutobi Shinnosuke was stunned for several seconds, then he couldn't help laughing, "Isn't this what Tsunade-sama, Kyohiko and the others did on purpose?"

"Hahaha!"

Sarutobi Biwako finally couldn't hold back.

There was a violent coughing sound from inside the room, followed by a voice.

"what's so funny?"

"I'm doing something for the village. What do these little details matter?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen walked out angrily.

He glared at Sarutobi Biwako, then looked at Sarutobi Shinnosuke.

"I remember you were supposed to pass through Kyoto on this mission. Have you visited Asuma?"

“I’ve seen it from a distance.”

Sarutobi Shinnosuke nodded, then smiled and said, "You don't have to worry about him. This kid has his own friends now."

"Hey……"

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed.

He is not worried about friends or socializing, but about other things.

but.

He knows it too.

Asuma left Konoha simply because he didn't want to have any deep connection with him. The grudge between him and that boy was secondary.

He said nothing more and changed the subject.

Afterwards, Sarutobi Hiruzen slapped his forehead.

"By the way, your earth escape is pretty good. Let's take a look together."

He pulled Shinnosuke into the house.

After a while, Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked surprised.

This kind of puppet technology is unheard of.

If this can really be done, such a weapon, at least like the summoning beasts of the three ninjas, can change the situation on the battlefield to a certain extent.

If it can be successfully produced, it will be Konoha's secret weapon. "Father, this research is very meaningful!"

"Yes, you study the earth escape part, and I will study the other types. Let's conquer all five patterns together!"

"Ok."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked excited.

Outside, Sarutobi Biwako smiled helplessly.

The father and son are of the same character!
……

"Luo Sha, how about it, after reading this, are you satisfied with our ninja school?"

"Satisfied, of course satisfied!"

Luo Sha nodded repeatedly.

Then, he hesitated for a moment and said, "I just don't know how to collect tuition fees?"

"We in Konoha provide a lot of subsidies to our ninjas, so the tuition for children is relatively low. It's definitely not that cheap for you from the Sand Village to go to school."

Tsunade answered.

Afterwards, she evaded the issue by saying that “education finance” was in the hands of the three major consultants and that she had no right to interfere.

Let Luo Sha and the three consultants argue about this matter!
Anyway, they're used to it.

Tsunade thought to herself.

She smiled and said, "Luo Sha, we have been ninjas for many years, so there is no need to play those tricks. Let's talk about the most important thing directly."

"Regarding that ninja tool..."

Luo Sha was very excited.

But the price is the resources of a mine!
Although they had already dug up a lot of the mine and less than half of the resources were left, they were still precious minerals.

He gritted his teeth and said, "I am very tempted, but I want to know, will our Sand Village also get puppets like yours?"

"of course not."

Tsunade shook her head.

Luo Sha was stunned for a long while, with a look of confusion and puzzlement on his face.

Tsunade's answer was within his expectations, but also beyond his expectations -

He didn't expect that Tsunade would answer so straightforwardly without any concealment.

Don't you want to pretend?

Tsunade smiled and said, "Rosa, this puppet device is very special. I'm sure you have figured out its core, right?"

Amplify the power of chakra.

Luo Sha said secretly.

He was silent for a few seconds, then nodded gently: "Yes."

"The basic one is to amplify the effect of chakra and increase its power. Different functions can be added on top of it, for example, the five basic escape techniques."

Tsunade raised the corner of her mouth slightly, "Besides, who told you that this kind of ninja tool only has one hand?"

"what?"

Luo Sha was stunned at first, then his eyes widened, unable to stop being shocked. "You mean, it's actually a component?"

"Of course, I told you, this is a puppetry technique that transcends time. You, the Sand Village, will definitely not lose out if you buy it."

Tsunade said seriously.

Luo Sha's heart was beating like a drum. Even though he was knowledgeable, he had never thought that a puppet could be designed like this.

This is equivalent to using people as puppets and strengthening their own ninjutsu abilities. It's more like...

armor?

"Are you telling the truth? Then, what kind of ninjutsu does the child's puppet ninja tool correspond to?"

"Considering that you are our ally, I can reveal it to you, but you are not allowed to leak it out, otherwise..."

Tsunade sneered, the threat in her words obvious.

Then, she paused and said, "Wood Release!"

"Wood escape?"

Luo Sha’s first reaction was “impossible”, but then he thought of an information he had received a long time ago.

In addition to Kyohiko, Konoha has a second ninja who masters Wood Release Ninjutsu, and he had previously demonstrated his abilities in the war against the Iwagakure Village.

but.

Since it is impossible to confirm whether it was Jingyan impersonating him, there have been many different opinions over the years.

Now it has been confirmed that

it is true!
Konoha really has a second child who masters Wood Release.

Luo Sha's pupils shrank, his thoughts quickly diverged, and he further understood Konoha's attitude.

Show your strength!

Even though that child's strength is not as strong as Jingyan, with the special puppet armor, he still possesses incomparably powerful strength.

If the Sand Village wants to betray, it must weigh the cost.

Luo Sha nodded in understanding.

"I understand!"

Wood Release is indeed special!

Even if Konoha was willing to give it, they would not be able to control the power of this puppet ninja tool.

but.

Even so, as long as they get this puppet armor, they, the Sand Village, can study its structure and function, and then derive and develop new products.

Trading half a mine for technology is a huge win!
He answered immediately.

"I personally agree to make a deal with Konoha, but it involves special resources, so I need to consult the Daimyo."

"Of course, I don't expect it to be finalized immediately. After all, it takes some time for us to produce it."

Tsunade tapped her fingers on the table and said, "By the way, you want to join Konoha in the Chunin Exam. Coincidentally, the Hidden Rain Village has a similar idea and should be coming to Konoha soon."

"Ame Hidden Village?"

Luo Sha was slightly stunned.

Unexpectedly, Konoha quietly hooked up with the Hidden Rain Village.

This is the most powerful village among all the small ninja villages!

He felt heavy-hearted, but forced a smile and said, "It would be best if we could host it together."

……

At this time, Yahiko and Konan were indeed about to arrive in Konoha.

Outside Konoha.

"Yahiko, it's all your fault. You insisted on taking the long way to go to Tansho Street. I didn't expect it to be a place like that!"

Xiaonan was very angry.

Yahiko coughed lightly and said, "I never thought that the good place that Jiraiya-sensei mentioned would be this kind of..."

"What good place could he be talking about?!!"

Xiaonan snorted coldly.

Yahiko laughed in silence, and then he explained: "It's not that I didn't gain anything..."

"Oh?"

Xiaonan took a quick look and obviously didn't believe it.

Yahiko pondered for a moment and said, "I heard that the Kazekage of the Sand Village is also coming to visit Konoha this time."

"What does this have to do with us?"

Konan is quite powerful, but her thinking in this regard is obviously not on the same level as Yahiko.

Yahiko was very patient.

"Our three-party alliance can set up a four-party co-governance zone in the south near the River Country."

Quartet...

Naturally includes the country of rivers.

but.

As a country without a ninja village, the only thing that Kawanokuni needs to do is to ensure that the interests of the daimyo and the aristocracy are not lost.

If such a town could be built, the Rain Country would definitely gain the advantage.

Xiaonan heard this——

"I don't quite understand, but I know one thing."

"what?"

Yahiko looked at her.

Konan smiled slightly and pointed in the direction of Konoha.

"No matter what you come up with, we now have to consider the attitude of Konoha, the attitude of Sand Village, and Hanzo-sama above us."

"Yeah! I really miss the time when we were in the Bird Kingdom..."

Yahiko sighed.

In the village of Bird Country, they basically have the final say, and Yahiko can do whatever he wants without any fear.

But when they arrived at the Hidden Rain Village, Hanzo said that he trusted them, but it was still unknown how much trust they had, and everyone in the village did not submit to him.

There’s a long way to go! (End of chapter)