Naruto: Mikoto and Tsunade, don't let either of them go.

"You have become the woman of Uchiha Kagami, but you are also the Mizukage of our Kirigakure. Only with this identity will the Uchiha clan feel at ease forming an alliance with us, without worrying that we will go back on our word."

Mei Terumi opened her mouth, but could no longer utter a rebuttal. However, she knew in her heart that her man, the head of the Uchiha clan, had played a significant role in her becoming the Mizukage, even if he might not know it.

Chapter 292 Water Reflection of Mei Mei

Chapter 292 Water Reflection of Mei Ming

Seeing Mei Terumi's expression, how could Yuan Shi not understand what she was thinking? He didn't deny it and admitted it:

“Girl, I admit that your identity as Uchiha Kagakuzan is indeed a reason why you were able to inherit the position of Mizukage of Kirigakure at this time.”

But, girl, I must tell you that even without Uchiha Kakuzan's appearance, you are still the most perfect successor to the Mizukage in my heart.

Whether in temperament, intelligence, strength, or sense of responsibility, you are outstanding in the entire Hidden Mist Village.

So, girl, please don't think that you inherited the position of Mizukage because of Uchiha Kakuzan.

"Right now, it's only because of his status as the Uchiha clan leader that we need to quickly place you in a suitable position; that will be more beneficial for the future development of Kirigakure."

Seeing how much effort Genji had put into comforting her, Terumi Mei smiled and said in a joking tone...

"As long as Elder Yuanshi doesn't think that I, Terumi Mei, will do anything to betray the village in the future, that's fine."

Genji was amused by what Mei Terumi said, and looked at her with a smile, saying:

"I watched you grow up, or I raised you. If I really misjudged you, then it's all my fault."

Mei Terumi looked at Genji, her smile slowly fading, and said seriously:

"Even if it costs me my life, I will not let Master Yuan down."

Master Yuan smiled and shook his head, rejecting the idea: "You don't need to risk your life there. You must remember that only when people are alive can there be hope and a future. Temporary failure is nothing. Only by standing to the end can you be considered a success."

Mei Terumi remained silent for a long time after hearing Genji's words, and finally bowed to him, saying, "I have learned a lot."

Uchiha Kakuyama didn't have to wait long at the night market before Terumi Mei returned. The two then started strolling around as if nothing had happened.

When the night was deep and quiet, Uchiha Kakuzan was about to send Terumi Mei back when she stood still without moving, which made him look at her with some confusion.

Mei Terumi lowered her head slightly, her face and ears flushed red, making her look incredibly captivating under the light.

Mei Terumi said in a slightly weak voice, "Kyuu-kun, I plan to stay with you tonight, is that alright?"

Uchiha Kakuzan was not pleased by Mei Terumi's words; instead, he frowned slightly.

"Meimei, is there anything you need me to do? Just tell me directly, you don't need to make yourself suffer like this."

Upon hearing Uchiha Kazuyama's words, Mei Terumi raised her head and looked at Kazuyama with eyes that seemed to contain the entire starry sky.

Mei Terumi shook her head and said:

"No, Mr. Qiushan, I'm not that kind of person. It's just that I feel there are too many uncertainties and regrets in life, so I made up my mind to make sure I don't have any regrets. What, Mr. Qiushan, don't you like me?"

Upon hearing Mei Terumi's words, Uchiha Kakuzan, recalling the passing of the Fourth Mizukage, understood somewhat. He slowly reached out and embraced Mei Terumi, smiling as he said:

"How could I not like Mei Mei? Now that you've made up your mind, I couldn't be happier."

After Uchiha Kakuyama finished speaking, he immediately pulled Terumi Mei along and headed towards the place where he had received him in Kirigakure.

Mei Terumi suddenly grabbed him, turned her head slightly to look at his questioning gaze, and said somewhat embarrassedly:

“Qiu Shan-jun, I’ve always lived alone. It’s quite quiet where I live.”

Looking at the shy Mei Terumi, Uchiha Kakuyama suddenly remembered that there were two third wheels in his place, and two very sharp and perceptive ones at that. He then exclaimed in realization:

"Yes, I haven't been to your place yet. I'll go check it out today."

Upon hearing what Uchiha Kakuyama said, Mei Terumi disregarded her shyness and immediately pulled him towards her house.

Mei Terumi's home is a relatively small apartment-style house, with few rooms but it is very well organized.

After being led into the room by Mei Terumi, Uchiha Okayama was embraced by her before he even had a chance to look around. Mei Terumi looked at him with loving eyes.

Seeing Mei Terumi's expression, Uchiha Kakuzan forgot all about observing his surroundings and stared into Mei Terumi's gentle, watery green eyes.

It's just that Mei Terumi's residence is relatively remote, with virtually no other residents around. Otherwise, who knows how many people would have heard the noise they made.

Since this was Mei Terumi's first time, Uchiha Kakuzan didn't make things too difficult for her.

Therefore, Uchiha Kakuzan did not use his full strength when facing Mei, this newbie. After all, he cherished his own woman, especially since she was a beautiful woman who loved him.

Finally, everything returned to calm and quiet, as if everything that had just happened was an illusion.

Uchiha Kakuzan embraced Terumi Mei, gently stroking her long hair, and said with a smile:

"How are you? If you're really in pain, I'll use medical ninjutsu to treat you."

Actually, my medical ninjutsu is pretty good too.

Upon hearing Uchiha Kakuyama's words, Mei Terumi recalled her embarrassing moment and, somewhat annoyed and angry, bit his chest, though reluctant to bite hard.

"How dare you say that?"

Mei Terumi said, turning her head to the side.

"It's not comfortable at all, you're overthinking it."

Upon hearing Mei Terumi's words, Uchiha Kakuzan gently stroked her hair and teased her, saying:

"I wonder who said that just now. Did that person lose their memory?"

Upon hearing Uchiha Kakuyama's words, Mei Terumi immediately adopted an ostrich-like behavior, burying her head in his chest and muttering:

"I don't know, I don't know, I don't know anything."

Chapter 293 Alliances and Negotiations

Chapter 293 Alliances and Negotiations

When Uchiha Kakuzan heard Mei Terumi's seemingly unreasonable words, he didn't provoke her any further. Instead, he held her tightly in his arms, enjoying the peaceful moment.

Mei Terumi nestled in Okayama-kun's arms, slowly calming herself down, and used her delicate, slender fingers to draw circles on the spot where she had just bitten.

After a while, Mei Terumi suddenly spoke up: "Kyuu-kun, I may soon be accepting the position of Mizukage. It is Genji's will."

Uchiha Kakuyama raised an eyebrow in surprise, even stopping what he was doing:

"So fast, what happened?"

Mei Terumi paused for a moment, then said:

"The Fourth Mizukage has committed suicide. The village needs a leader to stabilize the people's hearts, and Elder Yuanshi has chosen me."

Upon hearing Mei Terumi's words, Uchiha Kakuzan comforted her, "This is a good thing! Why do I sense you're not very happy?"

Mei Terumi snuggled closer to Okayama-kun and said somewhat dejectedly:

"If I inherit the position of Mizukage, I cannot easily leave the village unless there is something important. Otherwise, I will have to stay in Kirigakure and protect the village."

It's not that I don't want to protect the village, but as the head of the Uchiha clan, you are destined to leave this place. If you leave, I won't be able to stay with you.

Uchiha Kakuzan was somewhat surprised to hear Mei Terumi's words and asked:

"Didn't you tell me you wouldn't leave Kirigakure with me?"

Upon hearing what Okayama-kun said, Mei Terumi replied without hesitation:

"I regret it. I've changed my mind. I want to be with Qiu Shan-jun every moment. I don't want to be separated from Qiu Shan-jun, I never want to be separated from you."

Upon hearing Mei Terumi's words, Uchiha Kakuzan kissed her forehead and comforted her:

"Don't worry, leave this to me. I'll talk to Master Yuan and he'll definitely take you away."

Upon hearing Uchiha Kakuzan's words, Mei Terumi unexpectedly shook her head:

"No need, Qiu Shan-jun. I just need to know that you have me in your heart."

Now is the most vulnerable time for Kirigakure. If I leave the village at this time, not only will my mentor who trained me be heartbroken, but I will also be unable to get over it in my own heart.

"If you have time in the future, please come and visit me. Remember, there will always be a woman waiting for you in Kirigakure."

Uchiha Kakuzan was somewhat moved by Mei Terumi's pitiful words.

Because she knew clearly in her heart that Qiushan-kun's time in Kirigakure was not long, and she could not leave here to go with him, she cherished the time she spent with him all the more.

Uchiha Kakuzan thought for a moment, then raised his hand, which glowed with a bright green light.

Uchiha Kakuzan used medical ninjutsu to treat her injuries.

Even after receiving treatment, Terumi Mei did not wake up. Instead, she snuggled closer to Okayama-kun, as if she wanted to be even closer to her lover.

Uchiha Kakuyama kissed her pretty face, then held her and fell asleep.

Over the next few days, nothing changed in Kirigakure; everything remained the same as usual.

Uchiha Kakuyama understood that this was all because that old man, Genji, had covered up the news of the Fourth Mizukage's death.

The Fourth Mizukage didn't just commit suicide recklessly; at least a few days before his suicide, he handed over his power and subordinates.

Therefore, although the Fourth Mizukage died suddenly, it did not have any negative impact on Kirigakure.

Not only did they drive away Shisui and Itachi who were by Uchiha Kakuyama's side, they also completely withdrew the Kirigakure Anbu who were protecting and monitoring Kakuyama and the others.

However, although Mei Terumi really wanted to be with Okayama-kun, she also started getting busy.

After all, she was about to become the Mizukage and had to start learning to accept and manage all aspects of Kirigakure.

Not only do they need to take over the various departments and powers belonging to the Mizukage in Kirigakure, but they also need to appease the various forces and clarify the relationships between all parties.

It was only because Master Yuan was there to help her that she was able to accomplish these things smoothly.

However, no matter how late Mei Terumi was busy, she would still rush home to spend some time with Okayama-kun, who was already staying there.

In other words, Uchiha Kakuyama is now quite proficient in medical ninjutsu, which can help her recover her energy and make her full of energy. Otherwise, Terumi Mei would have been exhausted long ago.

Time flew by, and just as Uchiha Kakuzan had finished touring the entire Hidden Mist Village and was preparing to take his leave, he received Mei Terumi's first invitation as the Mizukage.

Next, Mei Terumi, in the name of the Mizukage, representing Kirigakure, prepared to form an alliance with the Uchiha clan.

Neither Uchiha Kakuzan nor Shisui were particularly skilled in these matters, so he directly brought Elder Uchiha Ryo from the clan's territory to negotiate and form alliances.

Accompanying the Grand Elder was Uchiha Sei, a disciple once instructed by Uchiha Kakuzan, a somewhat world-weary but skilled genjutsu disciple with a somewhat dark gaze.

When Uchiha Kakuzan met him, he was somewhat surprised. It seemed that the Grand Elder was also preparing to groom him to be his successor.

That's true. Generally speaking, people like this, although they may have some flaws in their personality, are intelligent and see things very clearly.

I believe this is why the Grand Elder chose him.

Chapter 294 Water Shadow Office

Chapter 294 Water Shadow Office

Uchiha Kakuzan stayed in Kirigakure for a few more days, and only after Mei Terumi had finished holding the Mizukage succession ceremony did he prepare to leave Kirigakure.

Late at night, inside the Mizukage Building, today was Mei Terumi's first day as Mizukage.

Not only must a ceremony be held to give an explanation to the villagers of Kirigakure, but also to meet with the heads of various departments, as well as the Mizukage's direct subordinates—the Kirigakure Anbu.

Therefore, only when it was late at night and everyone was quiet did Mei Terumi have time to say a few words to Okayama-kun, who had been waiting for her.

In the Mizukage's office, Mei Terumi had dismissed everyone in the entire Mizukage building, including the ANBU members responsible for her personal safety.

After everyone had left, Mei Terumi sat directly on Okayama-kun's lap, wrapping her long arms around his neck.

Uchiha Kakuzan was also taken aback by Mei Terumi's bold move. Amused, he patted her bottom and said with a laugh:

"You're really bold. Aren't you afraid of being found out?"

At this moment, Mei Terumi, still dressed in her daytime finery and wearing the cloak signifying her status as the Fifth Mizukage, smiled and said:

"Although I am now the Mizukage of Kirigakure, I am also Lord Kagura's woman,"

Uchiha Kakuzan, holding Mei Terumi who was sitting on her lap, gradually lost her smile and said with some reluctance:

"Meimei, I'm planning to leave in the next few days. After all, I am the head of the Uchiha clan, and I have my own responsibilities. I can't stay here forever."

"If I hadn't been busy these past few days with our alliance and your imminent appointment as Mizukage, I probably would have left a few days ago."

Upon hearing what Okayama-kun said, Mei Terumi's smile gradually faded, leaving only a hint of sadness in her eyes.

Then, as if she had made up her mind, Mei Terumi raised her head and looked at Qiushan-kun with tender affection, and said:

"Lord Qiushan, please leave me a child, otherwise I'm afraid you'll forget about me."

Uchiha Kakuzan wanted to say something after hearing Mei Terumi's words, but she silenced him with a kiss.

Gradually, Uchiha Kakuyama's emotions were also affected, and he began to respond to her.