People are devouring everything; I have a bucket list.

Thump!

As Sushiro Hozuki watched Kaguya Takashi's twisted corpse fall, his fat face twitched, staring in astonishment at the unidentified figure covered in black cloth.

At this moment, Kisame, standing to the side, gripped his standard ANBU katana tightly and said warily:

"Who is it?"

Hearing the sound, Xiao Yang turned around and looked at the two of them.

The turn made Suigetsu Hozuki's heart skip a beat, and he immediately raised Samehada, his face showing vigilance.

It was at this moment that

One by one, the ANBU members appeared in a flash, suddenly surrounding Xiao Yang, Suigetsu Hobutsuki, and Kisame.

Upon seeing the appearance of the Anbu, Kisame's expression suddenly turned strange, as if he had realized that he was the one being guarded against.

Meanwhile, when Suigetsu Hobuki saw the Anbu approaching, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief and his gaze towards Xiao Yang was no longer so wary.

At this moment, Xiao Yang turned his gaze to Mei Terumi, the only person he recognized in the Anbu, and said:

"Kaguya Takashi is dead. Now, capture all members of the Kaguya clan immediately, alive."

"Yes, Fifth Generation Lord."

Mei Terumi immediately bowed her head in response, and then gestured to the surrounding ANBU members.

The Dark Division instantly dispersed and began to suppress the Kaguya clan, who were still resisting.

Meanwhile, Suigetsu Fuguki stared at Terumi Mei as if he had seen a ghost:

"Are you... 'Zhao'?"

"What did you mean by 'Fifth Generation'?"

The Watermelon Pufferfish Demon knows Mei Terumi.

The direct descendant of Elder Yuanshi, the leader of the current generation of the Teru family, a bloodline clan, a dual bloodline holder, and a political ally of the Fourth Mizukage.

Why would someone suddenly address a stranger as the Fifth Generation?

Could it be that, during the lull in the Kaguya clan's rebellion, Master Yuan seized the opportunity to launch his own rebellion and usurp power?

But this isn't right!

As a veteran who has been assisting the First Mizukage since the village's founding, if Yuan Shi really wanted to rise to power, there was no need to wait until now.

Besides, both the Fourth Hokage and Genji were fully aware that Genji was secretly grooming Mei Terumi to succeed him.

If anyone is to rise to power, it should be Mei Terumi, not this unknown powerhouse who becomes the Fifth Hokage.

Suigetsu Hozuki was completely bewildered: "What on earth happened?"

At this moment, Mei Terumi raised her head, glanced at Suigetsu Hozuki, and calmly explained:

"Due to severe injuries, the Fourth Mizukage was unable to continue his duties. Before falling into a coma, he appointed Kaguya Tsuki to immediately assume the position of Fifth Mizukage."

"Sushizaki Fuguki, do you have any more questions?"

Watermelon Mountain Pufferfish Demon was bewildered. What other questions did he have?

He has so many questions!

What does it mean that Kaguya Light was appointed as the Fifth Hokage by the severely injured Fourth Hokage?

His surname is Kaguya!

Was he a member of the Kaguya clan who had just rebelled?

A member of a rebellious bloodline family, appointed as the Fifth Hokage by the Fourth Hokage in a time of crisis?

Mei Terumi, shouldn't you first sort out the logic in what you're saying?

Are you sure this was a crisis appointment, and not a rebellion to seize power?!

Suigetsu Hobutsu immediately wanted to question it.

However, at that very moment, the sharkskin in his hand suddenly twitched.

Suigetsu Hozuki, who was connected to Samehada by mind, immediately realized something and turned to meet Xiao Yang's gaze.

When the Watermelon Pufferfish met Xiao Yang's calm gaze, his breath suddenly stopped.

It was only then that Suigetsu Hobutsu realized a problem.

This suddenly appearing Kaguya Tsuki appeared on the battlefield at an incredible speed beyond his comprehension, and killed Kaguya clan chief Kaguya Takashi in a single blow.

This terrifying strength undoubtedly places him on par with the Five Kage.

At least in terms of physical skills, the opponent has the level of a "Shadow".

In Suigetsu Hozuki's view, losing Kaguya Takashi to face such a powerful opponent was extremely unwise.

Especially given that the Fourth Hokage is likely already being sidelined by the person in front of him and Mei Terumi, it's even less worthwhile.

If even the water shadow is controlled, why should I still serve him?

Realizing this, Suigetsu Hozuki immediately lowered his head and said:

"Suikazan Fuguki, obeying the Fourth Hokage's dying wish!"

Xiao Yang felt somewhat regretful seeing how honest the fat man was:

"Since you've agreed, then go and suppress the Kaguya clan immediately."

Upon hearing this, the Watermelon Mountain Pufferfish Demon gritted his teeth:

"Yes, Fifth Generation."

Then, Suigetsu Hozuki immediately waved and, with Kisame and the others, began to deal with the remaining members of the Kaguya clan present.

Seeing this, Mei Terumi arranged for two ANBU to follow Suigetsu Hobutsuki on a mission, while she herself went to Xiao Yang's side.

"Fifth Hokage, Kaguya Takashi is dead, and the remaining Kaguya clan is no longer a threat. What do you think..."

Xiao Yang didn't speak, but turned to the side, looking in the direction of the ruins of the Water Shadow Building.

Seeing Xiao Yang's expression, Mei Terumi followed his gaze and looked over. When she saw that Xiao Yang was observing the ruins of the Water Shadow Building, she immediately asked in confusion:

"Fifth Generation, what are you looking at?"

At this moment, Xiao Yang sneered and said:

"I'm waiting for someone to die."

Mei Terumi paused for a moment, then realized something, and her expression changed instantly.

Oh no! There's danger over there on Qing's side!!

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Ruins of the Water Shadow Building.

The Anbu members who had left earlier arrived at the scene with five Jonin from the Sealing Team.

Upon seeing Yagura's dying breath, the leader of the sealing squad couldn't help but shout:

"Lord Mizukage!"

With only a breath left, Yagura looked up at him and said weakly:

"Yuan Mou, release me from the seal of the Jinchūriki."

"What?" Yuan Mou was stunned for a moment, completely unexpected that Yagura would issue such an order.

At this moment, Yagura, forcing himself to stay alert, said:

"Quickly, I can't hold on much longer."

After he finished speaking, he looked at Yuan Mou with a deathly gaze and said:

"After I die, let Master Genki properly assist the Fifth Generation."

Upon hearing Yagura Kujira even suggest that his own grandfather assist the Fifth Hokage, Yuan Mou's expression immediately changed. He gritted his teeth, led the sealing team forward, and forcibly released the Jinchuriki's seal.

Sealing a Jinchuriki is extremely troublesome, but that's only when sealing a Tailed Beast. Releasing a Jinchuriki's seal, especially when you don't need to worry about the Jinchuriki's life or death, is extremely quick.

Soon, under the control of the five sealing team members, a massive amount of Three-Tails chakra was extracted from Yagura's body.

A massive, massless chakra floated in the air. At close range, the oppressive aura of the tailed beast chakra sent chills down the spines of everyone present.

Even Qing dared not open his Byakugan again at this moment, to face that terrifying chakra directly.

As the last of the Three-Tails Isobu's chakra was extracted, Yagura, in a final burst of energy, glanced at Isobu in mid-air and whispered:

"Feel sorry."

As soon as he finished speaking, Yagura Karatachi stopped breathing.

The three-tailed Isobu, floating in mid-air, remained motionless and silent.

Meanwhile, Ao, who had been keeping a close watch on the Three-Tailed Isobu, fearing that it might go berserk, had a strange expression on his face.

It was only then that Qing remembered that the Fourth Hokage seemed to be a perfect Jinchūriki who was in perfect harmony with the Three-Tails, Isobu.

In other words, the Fourth Hokage's last words were an apology to Isobu?

As for why they apologized, Qing didn't know; perhaps there was some promise between them.

However, this matter is not important.

The important reason is that if the Fourth Hokage and the Three-Tails had a deep relationship, the Fourth Hokage's dying words might have allowed the Three-Tails, Isobu, to "take care" of Kirigakure a little longer.

If that's the case, Kirigakure shouldn't need to expend much effort to continue sealing the Three-Tails, Isobu; instead, they'll gain the assistance of a tailed beast.

This is of paramount importance to Kirigakure, which is currently in a period of transition between the old and new Mizukage after losing the Mizukage.

Just as Qing was pondering the current situation,

A vortex suddenly formed around Yuan Mou.

Immediately afterwards, a deep, resonant voice rang out:

"Thank you all for removing my three tails intact."