Naruto: Evil is easy to commit, making Amegakure great again.

"Don't say things that are unreasonable, kid!"

Before Jiang Ming could reply, Ibuki Aoi, the Jonin responsible for escorting Jiang Ming back to Amegakure, frowned and coldly reprimanded him.

"Since you know you're a burden, stop bothering Jiang Ming, the genin, and just go live obediently in the orphanage in Amegakure!"

These words sounded extremely harsh, but only Ibuki Aoi knew the truth—he had forcibly suppressed all the reluctance in his heart and forced himself to be the villain.

All this was to ensure that Jiang Ming, the "rising star of the rain-hidden world" who was highly regarded by Hanzo of the Salamander and whom even Hanzo himself somewhat trusted and who was thrilled by Hanzo's excellent speech, would not be dragged down by the weak.

It affected his cultivation progress.

They lost their lives in this brutal war where they might never see the sun rise again.

"this......"

Upon hearing this, even Konan herself felt that what Ibuki Aoi said made a lot of sense.

She had neither formidable ninjutsu skills nor a strong physique.

Even a decent meal and a place to shelter from the wind and rain have become her greatest desires now...

Being young, I couldn't help Jiang Ming much at all.

On the contrary, they will most likely become a burden to him.

His pace slowed in this rain-soaked land where smoke and fire filled the air.

It brought him some unnecessary trouble and burden.

"Can."

Just as Xiao Nan lowered her head, buried her face in the arms of the female rain ninja, her shoulders trembling slightly uncontrollably, feeling that Jiang Ming would never agree to her request, the next second...

Jiang Ming's calm reply was like a ray of light.

It illuminated her frail body and dispelled all the confusion and fear deep within her heart.

This drew confusion and bewilderment from everyone present.

Are you serious?

Ibuki Aoi stepped forward, her brows furrowed into a tight knot.

Do you really understand what you're doing?

Jiang Ming is now the only user of the [Bloodline Limit] in Amegakure.

He was highly regarded by him, Lord Hanzo, and many other high-ranking officials of the Land of Rain, including Tsuchino Juzo.

It is seen as a tender sprout of hope that can lead the Land of Rain toward a "happy future".

"You are the only bloodline limit user in Amegakure!"

"Don't gamble everything for this one child; she'll ruin you!"

Ibuki Aoi looked serious.

The words were filled with urgency and disbelief.

They tried various methods to persuade Jiang Ming to give up the idea of ​​adopting Xiao Nan.

But this was met with a firm response from Jiang Ming.

"I am a person who keeps my word."

Jiang Ming had previously said, "As a ninja whose life's goal is to protect this land, my primary mission is to ensure that every citizen of the Land of Rain can live to see tomorrow's sun!"

Now, faced with this real-life case, if Jiang Ming really chooses to ignore Konan as Ibuki Aoi suggested and let her be placed in the orphanage in Amegakure, what would happen?

Then all the personas he had previously cultivated would have collapsed!

"You don't think I was just saying those things casually, do you?"

Jiang Ming's voice was flat, yet it precisely struck a chord with everyone present.

This unconsciously reminded them of the things Jiang Ming had said before.

I felt Jiang Ming's profound beliefs and his dedication to action.

"I...I didn't mean that!"

Upon hearing this, Ibuki Aoi quickly offered an explanation.

He was afraid that Jiang Ming would misunderstand his true intentions.

"I...I just don't want you to be held back from your daily training and lose your life in the upcoming war!"

"drag?"

It has to be said that Aoi Ibuki is really good at setting the stage.

Because of the noise they made when they entered Amegakure earlier, many villagers had already quietly opened their windows to listen to what was happening outside.

This created an excellent platform for Jiang Ming to establish his persona and speak.

You can acquire merit points over a wide area.

"If even a child who yearns to live is to be abandoned... then what's the point of me being strong enough to survive this war?"

"What else is worth protecting even at the cost of my life?"

Jiang Ming's tone was firm, and his gaze was sharp as a knife.

As if in a normal conversation, he explained his understanding of the "Will of Rain".

"You must understand—the foundation of this land has never been any particular bloodline limit user on whom those around them place their hopes!"

"But it's about every citizen of the Land of Rain, like Konan, who wants to live to see tomorrow's sun!"

[Ding! The system has detected that the host has moved a total of 206 people, including Konan, Chishima Hanako, Tsuchino Juzo, and Ibuki Aoi. Merit points +777!]

As soon as these words were spoken, the cold notification sounds of the [Strongest Leader System] rang out one after another.

In just a few minutes, he had enough merit points to allow Jiang Ming to do two more five-draws.

"I kept her by my side not out of a momentary pity!"

"It's because—I will teach her survival skills, enabling her to protect the actions of more people!"

The increase in system merit points made Jiang Ming unconsciously raise his voice considerably.

He turned to look at Konan, who was still nestled in the arms of the female ninja, secretly glancing up at him, and earnestly extended his left hand to her.

"This is not an act of charity on my part, but rather my personal practice of my own beliefs!"

Jiang Ming's speech silenced the people present and the countless villagers of Yuyin Village who were secretly listening.

The initial doubts and confusion were gradually replaced by shock.

Jiang Ming's choice was not based on personal feelings.

Rather, it reveals itself from the fundamental standpoint of "protecting this land"—acting for the greater good!

"I will not let her interfere with my cultivation, nor will I let the need to teach her survival skills affect the mission."

Jiang Ming looked calmly at Ibuki Aoi.

They planned to wrap up this "impromptu speech".

"I am responsible for her safety, and I will bear all the consequences alone. It has nothing to do with anyone else."

Jiang Ming's statement can be considered a disclaimer.

This gradually calmed down Ibuki Aoi, who had been looking anxious.

A complex expression of admiration appeared on his face.

"I see......"

Looking into Jiang Ming's firm and earnest eyes, he suddenly understood why he had been moved by Jiang Ming's speech.

"Remember what you said, Jiang Ming, you're a submissive..."

In the heart of this young man, there lies a belief far greater than "becoming stronger to save his life."

This belief was enough to support him in breaking through the indifference of the chaotic world and making actions full of human warmth.

"come over."

Jiang Ming nodded slightly and looked at Xiao Nan again.

"From today onward, I will put my beliefs into practice and teach you the skills to survive."

"To empower you to protect the sun in your own heart and the hearts of many others."

His voice was calm, yet it carried a power that could calm people's hearts.

This power is not a tangible thing, but rather stems from his golden spirit of keeping his word and upholding his beliefs.

"I......"

Xiao Nan stared at him blankly, tears welling up in her eyes again.

This time, she wasn't crying because of inferiority or despair.

Every tear contained her gratitude and happiness at being reborn and embracing warmth once again.

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