I am the new Hokage of Konoha.

She, Yahiko, and even Jiraiya all believed that Nagato's Rinnegan was something he was born with.

But after experiencing everything today, and witnessing firsthand that Nagato's Rinnegan was out of control under Black Zetsu's manipulation, he was completely out of control.

After Madara obtained the Rinnegan, he mastered it immediately and unleashed a power of the Rinnegan that was far stronger than Nagato's.

Xiao Nan finally came to realize a fact.

That means Nagato's Rinnegan didn't belong to him, but to a man named Madara.

As for why it appeared on Nagato?

This brings to mind the Tailed Beast Weapon Project, the Rinne Rebirth Technique, and the initial appearance of the fake Madara beside Nagato, constantly instilling his ideas into him.

Clearly, Nagato had become Madara's pawn a long time ago.

Yahiko's ideals, Nagato's ideals, and her wishes were all nothing but a joke to the mastermind behind the scenes.

Even without today's events.

Sooner or later, all of Nagato's efforts, including his own, will become a stepping stone for someone else.

Therefore, Xiao Nan, who has now come to her senses and realized her past mistakes, not only does she not resent Yun Ting, but she is also grateful to him for helping to expose all the conspiracies, so that she and the last one, Nagato, who has finally come to her senses, would not continue to be deceived.

As for her true targets of hatred, she undoubtedly placed them on Uchiha Madara, who had fooled her and Nagato for most of their lives, Zetsu, and that fake Madara.

However, his own strength was far from enough to avenge his friend.

Therefore, disregarding her own safety, she chose to make contact with Konoha, who was previously her enemy.

Only with the help of the powerful forces of Konoha could she fulfill her wish for revenge.

Upon hearing Konan's explanation, Yun Ting nodded in understanding and said, "So Konan's visit this time is to join forces with Konoha to deal with Madara, is that right?"

"Yes!" Xiao Nan nodded emphatically.

"In that case, what is your identity? Akatsuki? That infamous organization that gathers S-rank rogue ninjas in the ninja world won't do!" Yun Ting asked.

“Akatsuki... wasn’t like this at the beginning. It was an organization formed by Yahiko, Nagato, me, and many like-minded friends from the Land of Rain, to find a warm way out for the Land of Rain, which was always shrouded in darkness and weeping.”

Xiao Nan recalled the memories with a faint warmth on her face.

Then, she looked at the glaring red cloud on the Akatsuki uniform and shook her head heavily. "Unfortunately, after that fake Madara joined, Akatsuki has changed and can never go back to what it was."

“Now that Nagato, the leader, is dead, the Akatsuki members may go their separate ways, or they may reunite with Madara. As for me, I will no longer be one of them. However, since I am cooperating with Konoha, I have my own bargaining chips.”

At this point, Konan looked at Yunting and said with utmost seriousness, "I am now in actual control of Amegakure and even the Land of Rain. I am aware of Konoha's ambitions. As long as you, Hokage, can help me take revenge, Amegakure and the Land of Rain will be willing to join Konoha's camp."

"Rain Ninja?"

Hearing Xiao Nan's words, Yun Ting was truly tempted.

Aside from the five great nations, among the smaller nations, Amegakure, which was able to hold its own against the Fire, Wind, and Earth nations during World War II, was actually stronger in combat than Takigakure, which had been far removed from the war for a long time and was known as one of the five great nations.

Although he was later taught to be a better person.

However, under the leadership of Nagato and Konan, the strength of Amegakure, which has been recuperating and resting for years, has recovered and increased significantly without outsiders knowing.

Having such an unexpected force join their ranks, and with Konan also included, is indeed a great help to Konoha.

Don't be fooled by the fact that Konan was previously overwhelmed by Obito; that was because of a lack of information and because Obito's abilities were indeed a counter to hers.

In terms of combat strength, Konan, who personally recruited many members of the Akatsuki, is in no way weaker than the other four Kage.

After thinking for a moment, Yun Ting made it clear: "Konan, you should know that even without you, Konoha will deal with Madara and the others."

“I understand. But for Nagato’s sake, if given the chance, I would be more willing to contribute my own strength to this matter as well,” Konan nodded.

Now that her two closest friends are gone, the only reason she lives, besides rekindling the three's original shared desire, is revenge.

And all of this is inseparable from Konoha.

Revenge goes without saying, but as for the three's initial wish for peace and prosperity in the Land of Rain...

Perhaps becoming a member of the future Land of Fire and receiving their help would be an effective solution.

As for the power he possesses.

For Xiao Nan, this is not important at all.

Seeing Yun Ting deep in thought, Xiao Nan's face showed a rare hint of tension.

In the end, she didn't have to wait long.

Having no reason to refuse such a generous offer, Yun Ting quickly smiled and extended his hand, saying, "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

Upon seeing this, Xiao Nan paused for a moment, then stiffly extended her hand as well, and said with a sigh of relief, "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

It was clear that the angel from Amegakure had never performed such a ceremony before, and Yun Ting didn't make things difficult for her.

He quickly pulled the object from her cold hand and made a request: "I heard that Hiruko, this S-rank rogue ninja from Konoha, has been in Amegakure all along. Now that the alliance has been formed, before the news spreads, I hope you, Konan, can take care of him as soon as possible."

A pledge of allegiance?

“I understand. I will have Hiruko’s body sent to Konoha soon.” Konan nodded without refusing.

Having chosen to stand on the same side, she would not waver.

Afterwards, the two leaders, as the supreme leader of the Land of Fire and the de facto leader of the Land of Rain, discussed some important matters concerning the alliance between the two countries. Yun Ting then explained:

"The alliance between the two countries must remain a secret for now. After that, I will send Jiraiya, one of the Legendary Sannin, to Amegakure as an envoy of Konoha to establish contact between the two villages."

"Jiraiya-sensei?" Konan, who was about to leave, trembled slightly.

To be honest, the only person she was truly close to in this world was Jiraiya, the teacher she had once resolved to be her enemy.

"That's fine too."

Times have changed, and Konan now truly longs to see Jiraiya, who lives on in her memories.

"Thank you!"

Konan, who had brought Nagato and Yahiko's bodies with her, earnestly thanked Yunting.

"It was nothing. By the way, that masked man who's always been following you and calls himself 'Madara' is actually named Uchiha Obito," Yun Ting added as a final reminder.

"Uchiha...Obito? I'll remember him!"

After imprinting the name deeply in her heart, Xiao Nan departed like an angel amidst the fluttering paper scraps.

Chapter 215 Jiraiya's Wedding Gift

"I never expected that the little brat from back then would grow up to be this big."

Watching Konan's departing figure, Tsunade, with her arms crossed, sighed.

She still vividly remembered how terrified those three brats from the Land of Rain were when Orochimaru looked at her with murderous intent.

However, who would have thought that these three people would grow up to be where they are today?

Although Jiraiya's ideological education was problematic, it must be said that, in terms of teaching ninjas, he was absolutely deserving of the highest honor.

Both the three orphans from the Land of Rain and Minato later proved this point.

"Can Jiraiya be the liaison officer between Konoha and Amegakure?" After Konan's figure disappeared from sight, Tsunade turned to Yun Ting beside her and asked.

As her former partner, she had a deep understanding of Jiraiya's unreliability.

Although Jiraiya has completed many missions over the years under the direction of Konoha's intelligence department in order to atone for his sins.

But given the preconceived notions, Tsunade was worried that the other party would still be "gathering inspiration" at this crucial moment, which is why she asked such a question.

"Don't worry, Jiraiya may be unreliable in small matters, but he's trustworthy in important ones. Besides, since we have such a good master-disciple relationship, we should naturally make the most of it," Yun Ting replied calmly.

Of course, he wouldn't mention that the reason for this arrangement was partly due to the fact that Jiraiya had secretly sent him a new work in the Icha Icha series, the collector's edition of "Icha Icha Violence," and a hidden masterpiece called "Icha Icha Power," whose content was even more outrageous than the former and could not be published.

With such a double surprise, and considering that he has been diligent in his work over the years and has not expressed any dissenting opinions on the reforms of Konoha and the Land of Fire, Yun Ting decided to make an exception for him.

Once the matter in the Land of Rain is resolved, it will be time to lift the ban on them and return to the village.

Time has passed, and now the Land of Fire and Konoha are both under his own control. Jiraiya has long since given up on changing things, and even if he did, there's nothing he can do now.

As for the fact that he is also a love rival...

With his and Tsunade's child already so grown up, Yun Ting could be more forgiving of a loser in love.

Although it is said that Jiraiya got drunk for several days after learning that he and Tsunade were getting married.

But afterwards, the other party still sent wedding wishes and gifts, clearly having accepted everything.

By the way, speaking of Jiraiya's gift, it seems that Tsunade kept it hidden after opening it.

Yun Ting still doesn't know what it is.

Now that he had thought of this, after sending Shisui away, Yun Ting asked Tsunade about it.

"A gift from Jiraiya..."

Tsunade, somewhat surprised that Yun Ting suddenly asked this, smiled slightly.

Since so much time had passed, she no longer hid it and said, "It's a book he wrote himself."

"A book?"

Yun Ting felt a knot in her heart, and subconsciously thought of intimate scenes.

Before he could even internally deny it, Tsunade chuckled and directly told him:

"A book called 'Guide to Male Psychology and Behavior.' I must say, Jiraiya, the author of this book, is quite good. He really understands men's minds. This book has taught me a lot, especially about understanding men. How about it? I've been a pretty good wife all these years, haven't I? Yunting, remember to thank Jiraiya properly later."

No wonder!

"!" Yun Ting suddenly realized.

The reason Tsunade was able to maintain such a good relationship with her husband for five years was because of Jiraiya's meticulous and insightful guidance.

After all, only a pervert can truly understand a pervert.

Especially since this lewd writer became a bestseller throughout the ninja world, he can be considered a top-tier lewd writer.

Such a person, once they turn against men, is truly adept at taking them down.

Really...

I never expected that Jiraiya would betray the revolution!

And he even gave Tsunade this gift that was specially made for him!