Naruto: Nara's skill set is incredibly sneaky.

Chapter 214 He had no choice but to die!

Looking at the ravaged Kirigakure, Shikatoki asked, "Can you still afford to pay the ransom?"

Yuan Shi smiled awkwardly, hesitated for a moment, and finally slowly said, "I know you look down on most things in Kirigakure now, but there is one thing that Kirigakure still has that we can be proud of."

Hearing Master Yuan say this, Lu Shi suddenly became interested, "What do you mean?"

"You know that the seven ninja swords of Kirigakure are all different, and this effect is due to Kirigakure's unique forging techniques." After saying this, Genshi cautiously looked at Shikatoki.

He knew in his heart that for a ninja of Shikatoki's level, the strength of a weapon was not enough to help someone in dire need; it would only be a bonus.

However, the one Yuan Shi gambled on was not for Shikatoki himself, but for Konoha.

Shikatoki stroked his chin, somewhat puzzled, and asked, "I have a question about this technology: why hasn't Kirigakure forged any other ninja swords since those seven appeared?"

Shika's words directly hit the sore spot of Kirigakure.

Master Yuan hesitated for a moment before answering truthfully: "There are two reasons. One is that although the forging technology exists, no one has learned it since the craftsman who forged the seven ninja swords passed away."

"Another issue is the materials. The materials needed to forge these special ninja swords are also special."

"The Hidden Mist Village experienced two Shinobi World Wars. The Third Mizukage died, and after the Fourth Mizukage succeeded him, he was controlled and opened the Bloody Mist Village. There was simply no energy left to collect special materials."

When the Third Mizukage died, Genji stared at Shikatoki with a resentful look.

Several of the shadows disappeared together when they were with the Nara deer.

In the end, only the Third Mizukage died. You tell me, what a mess this was.

Shikata didn't feel anything about this. He had already gone to save people. It was the Third Mizukage who was too useless to hold on until he arrived. What could he do?

"Then this forging technology is practically useless, unable to be mass-produced!"

Shikatoki originally thought that if mass production were possible, every Konoha ninja would have a special ninja tool.

"It's true that mass production is impossible, but we can't deny the technology." Master Yuan's tone carried a hint of determination.

Lu Shi agrees with this point, after all, those ninja swords are indeed very magical, and in the ninja world, apart from the ninja tools left behind by the Sage of Six Paths, which are not bad, the others are relatively ordinary.

"Alright, alright, but I not only want the technique, but also the complete forging records. If you have any forging tips or anything from the craftsmen, give them to me as well. Your Kirigakure village can make a copy and keep it."

Deer means no politeness whatsoever.

Upon hearing this, Master Yuan felt relieved.

"No problem, I'll have someone prepare right away. What about Seven-Tails?"

"You guys take care of Kirigakure first, then choose a Jinchuriki and come find me." Shikatoki glanced around; Kirigakure was in complete chaos. Finally, his gaze settled on the Mizukage's building. "I'll stay there for now."

Master Yuan was somewhat reluctant to refuse, after all, there were some secrets of Kirigakure hidden in the Mizukage Building.

But when he was about to speak, Master Yuan stopped himself.

The reason is simple: Yuan Shi discovered that it didn't matter whether Nara Shikatoki knew these secrets or not, as Nara Shikatoki's strength was more than enough to crush Kirigakure.

After Shikatoki left, all the ninjas present breathed a sigh of relief.

Shikatoki doesn't have any imposing aura, and he looks very peaceful, but look at this barren ruin that stretches all the way to the forest. Coupled with the legend of Nara Shikatoki, the ninjas of Kirigakure feel a great sense of oppression when they see Shikatoki.

The cleanup work went smoothly.

When the unconscious ninjas awoke and learned that Kirigakure had been replaced by a new dynasty, they felt no sadness but rather great joy.

Surely no one actually likes Blood Mist Village?

The selection of the Fifth Mizukage has been finalized, and just like in the original work, it is Mei Terumi.

In truth, Kirigakure didn't have a choice.

Of all the villagers in Kirigakure, only Mei Terumi possesses the highest strength and prestige, thus meeting the criteria.

In addition, Yagura Karatachi was locked up in the Mizukage's office.

Uchiha Shinho's control over him had disappeared, so Yagura Karatachi also regained consciousness.

"Let me go! I am the Fourth Mizukage!" Yagura Karatachi tried to break free of the ropes binding him, but his chakra had already been sealed by Shikatoki.

Terumi Mei and Genji were sitting not far from him.

"Yagura Karatachi, the Fifth Mizukage has been confirmed; it's Mei Terumi." Genji stared calmly at Yagura Karatachi.

Yagura, who was struggling, was taken aback. He turned his gaze to Mei Terumi to the side and then sighed: "I have no objection. After all, I did make a mess of Kirigakure."

"It's good that you know. Also, the Seven-Tails will be resealed into Ao's body later."

This was the result of discussions between Terumi Mei and Genji.

Originally, Genji intended to place the Seven-Tails inside Mei Terumi's body, but Mei Terumi refused.

She believes that you can't put all your eggs in one basket. At present, the only person Kirigakure can trust is Ao. By placing the Seven-Tails inside Ao's body, Kirigakure will have gained another high-end combatant.

Genji's words made Yagura Karatachi tremble, staring at the two in disbelief. "You're going to extract the Seven-Tails from me?"

"right!"

"Then I'll die!"

Yagura's tone was tinged with fear.

Mei Terumi's eyes were indifferent. "Yagura Karatachi, you should know the damage you have done to Kirigakure. The destruction of the bloodline clan, the defection of a large number of ninjas, and the fact that you have reduced Kirigakure's strength to less than one-tenth."

"Then I was being controlled!" Yagura immediately defended himself.

"You're the Fourth Mizukage of Kirigakure! Anyone can be controlled, but you can't!" Mei Terumi said, sounding exasperated. "Besides, ordinary ninjas wouldn't believe you can be controlled."

"Those ninjas don't care about any of that; all they know is that you gave the order, so they want you dead!"

Mei Terumi's words caused Yagura Karatachi to slump into his chair, looking somewhat dejected.

"I...I can make amends too. Kirigakure is in dire need of rebuilding, and my strength isn't lacking!" Yagura Karatachi still wanted to...

Give it a try.

Unfortunately, neither Genji nor Terumi Mei were moved.

Yagura's death was inevitable.

Only his death can appease the ninjas and villagers of Kirigakure.

"You guys are so noisy!"

Lu Shi yawned and pushed the door open to come in. "I just wanted to take a nap. You guys came next door to argue, huh?"

"Nara Shikatoki?!" Yagura's pupils contracted, then his gaze shifted to Mei Terumi. "You've actually colluded with Konoha to deal with me? You're playing with fire!"

Shika looked at Yagura Karatachi speechlessly. "What the hell are you pretending for! Didn't you attack me yesterday? You're acting like you just saw me. Or are you not used to me not punching you in the head yesterday?"

Mei Terumi smiled sarcastically: "Yagura Karatachi, you don't need to use such high-sounding reasons to stall for time. Everyone here knows what you're up to."

"I can tell you very clearly that killing you is not only Kirigakure's intention, but also the Daimyo of the Land of Water's. And do you know what price Kirigakure paid to clean up the mess you've made, even going so far as to enlist Nara Shikatoki?"

Yagura remained silent.

Upon hearing that the daimyo of the Land of Water was involved, Yagura Karatachi resigned himself to his fate.

The entire Land of Water, from top to bottom, wants him dead. And with Nara Shikatoki by his side, he's a dead man, both politically and militarily.

After an unknown amount of time, Yagura Karatachi slowly spoke, "I know."

"It's good that you understand." Seeing this, Master Yuan clapped his hands, and Qing walked in from outside. "Shikatoshi-kun, we'll choose Qing as the Jinchūriki. What do you think?"

Lu Shi's gaze was fixed on Qing.

This wasn't the first time he'd dealt with Qing; Lu Shi had even gouged out Qing's eyeballs.

After scanning the area with natural energy, Lu Shi gave his assessment: "Physical fitness is acceptable, barely acceptable."

"Then I'll leave it to you, Mr. Lu Shi. We've already prepared the venue."

After Yuan Shi and Terumi Mei led Shikatoki and the others to a secluded grove, they left on their own.

Qing stayed obediently by Lu Shi's side the whole time.

He can't be naughty! The psychological trauma Lu Shi inflicted on him is too great.

As Yagura looked at the approaching deer, his body trembled slightly, and he forced a smile: "Does this count as death?"

"In your hands?"

Lu Shi shrugged: "You can think that way if you want."

"Then I still have a lot of face."